Christian Le Sommer
Christian Le Sommer, an acclaimed winemaker for Chateau Latour for over fourteen years, left the famed first growth to pursue wine consulting 
throughout the world. Today he works with the Mendocino Wine Co. winemaking team, sharing his years of experience to help develop their top wines.
Le Sommer began his winemaking career at another famed French producer, Château d'Yquem in Sauternes. He also held management positions at Vignobles Ducourt (Entre Deux Mers) and Vignobles Henri Maire (Scv) (Arbois - Jura) before becoming the manager of Chateau Latour in Pauillac.
"Christian's breadth of knowledge and experience is unmatched," says winemaker Paul Dolan. "We are honored to be working with him and look forward to enjoying the wines produced from our collaborative experience."
Baccalaureat scientifique (D), Agricultural Engineer (Enita de Bordeaux)
1977-1979: Chateau d’Yquem
1979-1982: Vignobles Ducourt
1982-1986: Vignobles Henri Maire
1986 – 1999: Chateau Latour
1999- today: International Vineyard and Wine Consultant
Christian’s Playlist
1. Money, Pink Floyd
2. Sultans of Swing, Dire Straights
3. Rock Around the Clock, Bill Haley & his Comets
4. Satisfaction, Rolling Stones
