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Chateau La Louviere Rouge

2018
Producer
André Lurton Family
Blend
57% Cabernet Sauvignon
40% Merlot
3% Petit Verdot
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Appellation
Pessac-Leognan
UPC
0 15643 76403 5
Red Wine
Verified Stock
1697-18
Product Ratings
James Suckling 93pt

Ripe cherry, stewed blackberry, nutmeg, cedar and black olive on the nose. It's medium-bodied with sleek, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Flavorful.

by James Suckling, 2021
Wine Advocate 92pt

Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 la Louviere leaps from the glass with notions of redcurrant jelly, fresh blackberries and warm black plums, plus nuances of dried mint, cedar chest and ground cloves. The medium-bodied palate is refreshing and savory in the mouth, featuring a light touch of finely grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing with a compelling red berry lift. It's an elegant, lively expression of this vintage and one that really works!

by Wine Advocate, 2021
Wine Enthusiast 95pt

Ripe and spicy with blueberry fruits and rich tannins, this wine is just setting out on its long journey. One of the properties owned by the Lurton family in Pessac-Leognan, the wine balanced, with acidity and fruits allied to tannins.

by Wine Enthusiast, 2021
Wine Spectator 92pt

Nicely packed, with a mix of red and black cherry paste, singed mesquite and red licorice notes, all carried by a lively, brambly savory-tinged finish. Lots to like here. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

by Wine Spectator, 2021

History

ANDRÉ LURTON is the company’s founder, for almost 70 years he dedicated his life to his vines, as only a man born in a wine chateau could do. Jacques Lurton now runs the family estates; he was nominated president of the group by his family in June 2019. His vast winemaking experience around the world over 30 years, has given him inspired and creative vision which he now transmits to the Vignobles Andre Lurton.

Tasting notes

This wine has a clear, brilliant, deep color close to garnet red. Charming, with components of cocoa and sweet spice. Delicious on the palate and attractive. Round, complex, and enjoyable to drink thanks to red fruit flavors, with an aftertaste of cocoa and toasted overtones. Enjoy with osso bucco, grilled beef fillet, and lamb.

Estate

Château La Louvière has many fascinating facets. The sumptuous architecture of the château building dates from the late 18th century, but winegrowing here goes back more than 700 years. The first vines were planted circa 1310, although modern winemaking dates from the 17th century and was handed down by able monks from the Carthusian monastery in Bordeaux, who had acquired considerable talent as viticulturists and winemakers. The people who produce the wine in the 21st century have inherited these time-honored methods, adding just the right amount of innovation and modernity to make the utmost of the outstanding terroir.