2013 La Tour Carnet

Bernard Magrez’s dense ruby/plum/purple-colored 2013 La Tour Carnet possesses good depth and ripeness as well as a rich, concentrated character. Even though there is something one-dimensional about this cuvee (no doubt because of the vintage’s shortcomings), it is a successful effort in this tough vintage. Drink it over the next 4-5 years.

Juicy cassis and smart, toasty oak aromas. Good concentration and persistence on the palate, plenty of floury tannin to finish. Serious, savoury and worthy of cellaring. (RH)

The 2013 La Tour Carnet is a delightful, forward wine to drink over the next few years. Sweet red plums, pomegranate, freshly cut flowers and cinnamon are some of the notes that are woven together in the glass. The 2013 isn't terribly complex, but it is quite pretty and nicely balanced. Tasted three times.