What is Château La Tour Carnet?

Château La Tour Carnet is a wine estate located in the Médoc region, in the town of Saint-Laurent-Médoc. It produces red wines classified as the fourth Grand Cru in the official 1855 classification of Bordeaux wines.

Which grape varieties are used to produce Château La Tour Carnet wines?

Château La Tour Carnet wines are mainly made from Cabernet Sauvignon, which accounts for around 50% of the blend. The rest of the blend is made up of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

What is the history of Château La Tour Carnet?

Château La Tour Carnet has a long history dating back to the 13th century, when the estate was owned by the de Montaigne family. It was bought by Bernard Magrez in 2000, who has worked to resurrect the estate and improve the quality of the wines produced.