{"product_id":"1997-grand-vin-de-chateau-latour","title":"1997 Château Latour","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 1997 vintage in Bordeaux is widely regarded as a \"drinker's vintage.\" While it may not possess the legendary status of vintages like 1996 or 2000, it produced elegant, supple wines that reached their drinking window earlier. At nearly 30 years old, this 1997 Latour is in a beautiful state of maturity, offering a more approachable and refined experience while maintaining the estate's signature depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eChâteau Latour’s vineyards are located on gravelly soil overlooking the Gironde estuary, a unique terroir that provides natural frost protection and contributes to the wine's distinct mineral backbone. This bottle represents the pinnacle of Pauillac winemaking, showcasing a masterful balance of fruit, earth, and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/b\u003e 1997\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\/Appellation:\u003c\/b\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Château Latour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape:\u003c\/b\u003e A traditional Left Bank blend dominated by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/b\u003e, typically supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully mature, elegant, and medium-to-full-bodied Red Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Complex aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, and pencil shavings, evolving into secondary notes of tobacco leaf, leather, dried herbs, and forest floor. The palate is silky and refined with resolved tannins and a long, savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for (Food Pairing):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRoasted Meats:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic rack of lamb with herbs or a simple roasted beef tenderloin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGame:\u003c\/b\u003e Roasted duck or venison with a savory red wine reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEarthy Dishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Wild mushroom risotto or dishes featuring black truffles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCheese:\u003c\/b\u003e Aged hard cheeses like Comté or a mature Cheddar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HaoYue Fine Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43565532807242,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2485\/9722\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay4_2026_07_00_46PM.png?v=1777885275","url":"https:\/\/haoyuefinewine.com.au\/products\/1997-grand-vin-de-chateau-latour","provider":"HaoYue Fine Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}