The Latour-Martillac 2016 Blanc was missing some complexity on the nose, especially after such brilliant examples produced in the previous two vintages. The palate is well balanced with orange rind and mandarin notes, though to be honest it is missing some tension on the finish and it does not draw you back for another sip. 88-90 points

Nice grilled fruit on the nose and a fresh citrus-filled attack, but a little diluted through the mid-palate; it just doesn`t quite pull you along all the way. It has great charm and is frank in its attractions, but shorter than in the best vintages. 88 points

A wine that often shows gunflinty, thiol-derived characters in its youth, this is particularly well balanced in 2016, with understated, stylish oak, a leesy, textured mid palate and pithy, citrus-edged acidity. Chalky and refreshing. Drink 2019-26. 94 points

The 2016 Latour-Martillac Blanc offers lovely persistence from start to finish. Lemon confit, white flowers and sweet mint notes, along with the texture of the Sémillon, give the wine its midpalate creaminess and depth. This classy white will drink well upon release. 88-91 points