Latour 1962

Winery Notes
Weather Conditions – A cold, frosty winter until March. After a cold and rainy first half of April, the second half was warm and humid. First flower on 10 June. Flowering developed quickly due to the fine weather. The grapes were plentiful and of good quality. Hot, dry weather during June. The foliage was beginning to suffer from the lack of rain, but the grapes remained healthy and promising. Splendid, hot dry August. September was similar to August with a few beneficial showers. The first ten days of October were fine and warm, the harvests took place from 1 to 20 October.

Vintage Quality
Great Year Tasting Notes: The first tastings were promising: rich wines with a hint of acidity on the palate (very similar to the 1953, with a little more vinosity at the start). This is a serious wine that has kept its promises, but never gained the reputation it deserved, as it has always been in the shadow of the 61. The bouquet presents aromas of caramel; lots of substance; concentrated, supple yet vigorous, with fruit supported by good acidity.