Chateau La Tour Du Pin 2009

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

Pierre Lurton, the director of Cheval Blanc, has completely resurrected this estate since it was acquired by the owners of Cheval Blanc. A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc grown in clay and gravel soils, the 2009 La Tour du Pin is the finest wine I have ever tasted from this property. It reveals terrific fruit intensity along with a full-bodied unctuosity, great purity, sweet tannins, and a heady, long finish. The alcohol level must be more than 14% given the glycerin content and the wine’s thickness. It should drink well for 15+ years.

Winespectator (88)

Coffee and smoke notes frame pomegranate and cranberry flavors in this firm, rather tart red. Lively, if a bit lean. Chewy tannins give this a slightly rustic character.

Rene Gabriel (17)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.