The history of Château LaTour-Martillac is etched into the very stones of its estate, taking its name from the 12th-century fortified tower that still stands in the main courtyard. Originally built by the ancestors of the philosopher Montesquieu, the fort once held a strategic position guarding the route between Bordeaux and Toulouse. In 1930, Alfred Kressmann acquired the property and renamed it to distinguish it from its Médoc namesake, beginning a legacy of excellence that spans generations. The estate’s prestige was solidified early on when its 1934 red vintage was selected for the coronation of King George VI in 1936. Today, it remains a prestigious Classified Growth of the Graves, standing as one of only six elite properties recognized for both its red and white wine production.