Chateau La Louviere 2000
Introduction
Château La Louvière 2000 is an emblematic red wine from France, produced in the Pessac Léognan appellation of the Graves region. While the estate's winegrowing history dates back more than 700 years to approximately 1310, the current property is defined by its late 18th-century neo-classical architecture, which has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1991. Purchased in 1965 by André Lurton, a pivotal figure in the creation of the Pessac Léognan appellation, the winery follows a philosophy that balances time-honoured traditional methods with modern innovation to showcase its outstanding gravel terroir.
Wine Description
The 2000 vintage presents a deep ruby-red colour with a mature brick or purple rim. The sensory profile is intense and complex, offering a bouquet of blackberries, smoky cherry, and cassis, interwoven with tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, graphite, and dried herbs. On the palate, this medium to full-bodied wine is polished and solid, featuring a core of ripe fruit balanced by sweet tannins and good acidity. Stylistically, it is noted for its elegance and classic Bordeaux character, with mineral undertones and a long, concentrated finish. The varietal composition is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot. This wine has reached full maturity and is currently in an optimal drinking window that is expected to remain open through 2026 and beyond.
Accolades
Wine Spectator – 91 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – 90 points
Introduction
Château La Louvière 2000 is an emblematic red wine from France, produced in the Pessac Léognan appellation of the Graves region. While the estate's winegrowing history dates back more than 700 years to approximately 1310, the current property is defined by its late 18th-century neo-classical architecture, which has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1991. Purchased in 1965 by André Lurton, a pivotal figure in the creation of the Pessac Léognan appellation, the winery follows a philosophy that balances time-honoured traditional methods with modern innovation to showcase its outstanding gravel terroir.
Wine Description
The 2000 vintage presents a deep ruby-red colour with a mature brick or purple rim. The sensory profile is intense and complex, offering a bouquet of blackberries, smoky cherry, and cassis, interwoven with tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, graphite, and dried herbs. On the palate, this medium to full-bodied wine is polished and solid, featuring a core of ripe fruit balanced by sweet tannins and good acidity. Stylistically, it is noted for its elegance and classic Bordeaux character, with mineral undertones and a long, concentrated finish. The varietal composition is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot. This wine has reached full maturity and is currently in an optimal drinking window that is expected to remain open through 2026 and beyond.
Accolades
Wine Spectator – 91 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – 90 points
Description
Introduction
Château La Louvière 2000 is an emblematic red wine from France, produced in the Pessac Léognan appellation of the Graves region. While the estate's winegrowing history dates back more than 700 years to approximately 1310, the current property is defined by its late 18th-century neo-classical architecture, which has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1991. Purchased in 1965 by André Lurton, a pivotal figure in the creation of the Pessac Léognan appellation, the winery follows a philosophy that balances time-honoured traditional methods with modern innovation to showcase its outstanding gravel terroir.
Wine Description
The 2000 vintage presents a deep ruby-red colour with a mature brick or purple rim. The sensory profile is intense and complex, offering a bouquet of blackberries, smoky cherry, and cassis, interwoven with tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, graphite, and dried herbs. On the palate, this medium to full-bodied wine is polished and solid, featuring a core of ripe fruit balanced by sweet tannins and good acidity. Stylistically, it is noted for its elegance and classic Bordeaux character, with mineral undertones and a long, concentrated finish. The varietal composition is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot. This wine has reached full maturity and is currently in an optimal drinking window that is expected to remain open through 2026 and beyond.
Accolades
Wine Spectator – 91 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – 90 points
