Château La Tour de Mons 2018

A powerful and flavorful red wine from Margaux

The property
With origins dating back to the 13th century, the Château La Tour de Mons is one of the oldest wine estates in Margaux. Classified as a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Château La Tour de Mons underwent significant renovation work during the 1990s. Managed by CA Grands Crus since 2012 and under the direction of Anne Le Naour, technical director of the property, Château La Tour de Mons produces wines that reflect the typicity and authenticity of the Margaux appellation on the left bank of Bordeaux.

The vineyard
In one piece, the 48 hectares of vines of Château La Tour de Mons extend over Garonne gravels and clay-limestone soils in the heart of the AOC Margaux.

The vintage

With a very wet start to the season in Gironde, the 2018 vintage was shaping up superbly from the summer with warm temperatures and ideal water reserves. The enthusiasm was palpable at Château La Tour de Mons even before the grapes were brought in. The harvest took place under the best conditions with sunny, dry days and especially cool nights that allowed to maintain a good acidity level and very elegant aromatic profiles. In this property of the Margaux appellation, they speak of a "prodigious" vintage.

Vinification and aging

Following the harvest, the grapes are sorted, then placed in stainless steel vats suitable for parcel vinification. This slow process is carried out at low temperature in order to best preserve the superb aromatic profile of the vintage. The wine is then aged in barrels for 12 months, with a proportion of new wood of around 40%.

Blend

46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château La Tour de Mons 2018

Tasting

Color
Beautiful ruby hue.

Nose
The nose exudes delicious fragrances of black and red fruits.

Palate
Ample, the palate combines power, richness and aromatic persistence.