Louis Latour : Montrachet Grand cru 2019

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru from Louis Latour

Tasting

Nose
The bouquet enchants with its brioche and floral notes.

Palate
Broad, the palate reveals aromas of exotic fruits, peach and citrus stretching to a long, delicate finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

This Grand Cru pairs perfectly with large shellfish, lobster, premium fish or foie gras. These refined dishes highlight the richness and aromatic complexity of this exceptional wine.

Service and Aging

Montrachet Grand Cru should ideally be served at a temperature between 12 °C and 14 °C. This wine has an aging potential of 10 to 15 years approximately, allowing its complexity to fully flourish over time.

The Delicacy and Persistence of a Burgundy White Wine

The Estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Aloxe-Corton, Maison Louis Latour has upheld a Burgundian family tradition for over two centuries. As the owner of the largest Grand Cru estate in the Côte d'Or, the house notably holds emblematic parcels in Corton and Chevalier-Montrachet. Its integrated cooperage and its approach combining traditional heritage with modern innovation distinguish this independent family property, led by the Latour family who has passed down the name "Louis" through generations.

The Vineyard

The vineyard of Montrachet covers 8 hectares spread between the communes of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. Louis Latour's parcel spans 0.80 hectares located in the north-central part of the appellation, in the commune of Puligny-Montrachet. The vines, averaging 40 years of age, root in a subsoil composed of limestone, gravel and chalk. Hand-harvesting allows the collection of exceptional grapes with a controlled yield of 35 hl/ha.

Winemaking and Aging

The winemaking respects traditional methods with fermentation in oak barrels and full malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place over 8 to 10 months in 100 % new barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, crafted from French oak with a medium toast that brings finesse and complexity to the wine.

Grape Variety

100 % Chardonnay, the emblematic variety of great Burgundy white wines, which finds its noblest and most refined expression on the exceptional terroir of Montrachet.