Chateau La Tour Blanche, 1979 Sweet Wine
Sauternes
Sweet White Wine
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 14%

Price:
£119.00
Description
The 1979 Château La Tour Blanche Sauternes, a Premier Cru Classé from the Sauternes appellation, exemplifies the estate's commitment to producing refined and age-worthy sweet wines. Crafted predominantly from Sémillon, with smaller proportions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, this vintage reflects the favorable conditions of the 1979 harvest, which allowed for the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), essential for the concentration and complexity characteristic of Sauternes wines.
In the glass, the 1979 La Tour Blanche displays a golden yellow hue, indicative of its maturity. The nose reveals an intense exotic expression with notes of pineapple, complemented by hints of toasted bread, linden, tangerine, and resin that emerge upon aeration. On the palate, the wine offers a rich attack with a refined balance, slightly acidic, leading to a very pleasant length .
Tasting notes from enthusiasts highlight the wine's excellent balance between sweetness and acidity, preventing it from being cloying while maintaining its richness. One taster noted, "The sweet acid balance is GREAT - a bit of both so not cloying but not too acidic either. Wow. It just tastes fantastic" . Such balance is a hallmark of well-crafted Sauternes, allowing the wine to age gracefully over decades. (Cellar Tracker )
For pairing, the 1979 Château La Tour Blanche is versatile. It complements traditional choices like foie gras and blue cheeses, as well as more adventurous pairings such as spicy Asian cuisine or dishes featuring red berries or passion fruit . Serving the wine slightly chilled, around 14°C (57°F), enhances its freshness and allows its complex aromas to unfold .
About Chateau la Tour Blanche Château La Tour Blanche, nestled in the renowned Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate celebrated for its exquisite sweet wines. Dating back to the 18th century, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by devoted winemakers who have upheld a tradition of excellence. The vineyards, planted on gravelly and sandy soils, are predominantly composed of Sémillon, with smaller proportions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, yielding grapes of exceptional quality and concentration. Embracing traditional winemaking techniques, including the development of noble rot, Château La Tour Blanche produces wines that are rich, luscious, and vibrant, with opulent sweetness balanced by refreshing acidity. Renowned for their complexity, elegance, and longevity, the wines of Château La Tour Blanche continue to enchant wine enthusiasts worldwide, solidifying the estate's status as one of Bordeaux's most esteemed producers of sweet wines.
Condition
Good label and level, top of foil eroded with cork showing - this will not affect the continents of the bottle