Château La Tour Carnet 2023

A full-bodied and aromatic Haut-Médoc red wine

The estate

With origins dating back to the 12th century, the Château La Tour Carnet is one of the oldest in Médoc. The estate takes its name from its tower, built in 1120 and surrounded by moats. As early as 1407, the vine was planted on the estate. This property of Bernard Magrez was promoted to Cru Classé in 1855.

The vineyard

The Château La Tour Carnet 2023 is a Haut-Médoc wine from a 164-hectare vineyard located in the commune of Saint-Laurent-Médoc. Labelled High Environmental Value Level 3, the vines, averaging 27 years old, are planted on Gunzian gravel soils resting on a strongly calcareous clay base.

The vintage

The conditions at the beginning of the year are warm, mild and dry despite an early spring frost. This is followed by a dry and scorching summer.

Blend

This Château La Tour Carnet 2023 is the result of a blend of Merlot (75%), Cabernet Sauvignon (22%), Petit Verdot (2%) and Cabernet Franc (1%).