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Les Tourelles De Longueville 2010
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2010 Les Tourelles de Longueville has a pretty, more floral bouquet than its peers, hints of wilted violet joining the vibrant black fruit, rendering this quite Margaux-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, a little chewy but with good body and depth towards the finish. What is just missing is the precision and finesse on the finish. Good potential, but I would like to see more pedigree. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal.
Reviewed by: James Suckling
Aromas of blueberries and spices with lots of fresh flowers. Full body, with a beautiful core of ripe fruit that balances beautifully with the tannins and bright acidity. A wine for the future yet so enjoyable now. Second wine of Pichon Baron.
About the Producer
Les Tourelles de Longueville is rated as a Super Second, which is comparable to the First Growth. The proportion of Baron’s second-brand grapes is 58% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. The brewing method is mainly based on plots, so the winemaker can accurately grasp the influence of soil quality and annual climate. Merlot pre-fermented low-temperature maceration for 4-6 days. The rest were soaked in a stainless steel temperature-controlled tank for 20 days in the traditional way. Lactic acid fermentation in large tanks. 70% will use one-year barrels, 30% new barrels, aging for 12 months
