Louis Latour : Meursault 1er cru "Goutte d'Or" 2020

The freshness and aromatic palette of a Meursault Premier Cru white wine

The estate

Domaine Louis Latour is the largest wine estate in Burgundy and boasts a winemaking history of over 200 years. Spread over the most beautiful plots of land in Premiers and Grands Crus from the Côte de Beaune to the Côte de Nuits, Domaine Louis Latour’s 50-hectare vineyard gives rise to a range of wines from 130 appellations, each of which authentically expresses the refined characteristics of its terroir of origin.

Since 1996, Domaine Louis Latour has been actively involved in environmentally-friendly viticulture.

The vineyard

Thomas Jefferson’s favourite wine, Louis Latour's "Goutte d'Or" is a Meursault 1er cru wine that stems from a vineyard located near the eponymous village, in the direction of Puligny-Montrachet. The vines are 35 years old on average and are planted on soils composed of marl, limestone and flint. The shape and colour of these soils, which resemble a drop of gold, have given this parcel its unique name.

Vinification and ageing

The hand-picked grapes are fermented in oak barrels. 100% malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 8 to 10 months in French oak barrels (50% new) from the estate's cooperage.

The blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Louis Latour’s Meursault 1er cru "Goutte d'Or" 2020: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour

Brilliant, this wine reflects subtle pale gold hues.

Nose

The nose gives off fragrances of vanilla, brioche and honey.

Palate

Full and refreshing, the palate blends woody aromas with notes of yellow fruit. The finish is persistent and has a pleasant tension.

Food and wine pairing

This Burgundian white wine will pair with a "bouchées à la reine", veal, pike, morel mushrooms or cheese.

Storage

Louis Latour's Meursault 1er cru "Goutte d'Or" 2020 can be kept in the cellar until 2027 which will enable it to express its full aromatic range.

Service

For an optimal tasting experience, serve between 12 and 14°C.