This was enjoyable in 2018 and continues to be so in this vintage, with fresh red and berry fruits, and a sense of life and vivacity across the palate. The texture could still be developed further but this is a lovely La Louviere with a sense of forward motion and balance, just coming in with a coffee lick on the finish to add interest. 50% new oak, across an array of different sizes. Now under the direction of Jacques Lurton, with new technical director Anne Neuville. Drinking Window 2024 - 2038
91 points Jane Anson decanter.com
The 2019 La Louvière was picked from 19 September to 11 October at 47hl/ha, then matured in around 50% new oak. It offers blackberry, melted tar and sous-bois scents on the nose, a little broody at first but opening up nicely with aeration. The palate is very well balanced with firm grip, plenty of graphite infused black fruit with a vivacious and quite persistent finish. This is a superb La Louvière, one of the best that I have encountered from barrel.
Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
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En Primeur | No |
New Arrivals | No |
Wine Type | Red Wine |
Wine Style | Traditional |
Country | France |
Region | Pessac-Leognan |
Varietals | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
Vintage | 2019 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Wine Points | 92-94 |