Louis Latour : Montrachet Grand cru 2021

Louis Latour unveils an intense and floral Bourgogne 1er cru wine

The estate

As the most significant vineyard estate in Bourgogne, the Domaine Louis Latour boasts a winemaking history of over 200 years. Spread across the finest plots within Premiers and Grands Crus from the Côte de Beaune to the Côte de Nuits, the estate’s 50-hectare vineyard gives rise to a range of wines from 130 appellations, each expressing with authenticity and refinement the characteristics of its original terroir.

As a renowned Burgundian estate, Louis Latour has been actively committed since 1996 to conscious and environmentally respectful viticulture.

The vineyard

This 2021 Grand cru is a Montrachet wine from a 0.80-hectare parcel that stretches from the top to the bottom of the slope, in the center of the northern part of Montrachet, located in the commune of Puligny-Montrachet. The 35-year-old vines are planted in stony marl, limestone, chalk and gravel soils.

The vintage

The year began with a cool, wet winter followed by an especially warm spring in late March and early April, promoting early bud break. From April 5 to 8, a cold snap down to -8°C severely impacted the vineyard. Although the weather conditions from June to early August increased sanitary pressure, flowering remained uniform. The milder, drier conditions at the end of August ensured optimal ripeness for the grapes that survived the frost.

Vinification and aging

Traditional fermentation in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation. Aged for 8 to 10 months in oak barrels (50% new).

Blend

Chardonnay (100%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for Louis Latour’s 2021 Montrachet Grand cru

Tasting

Color
The color is pale yellow.

Nose
Intense and floral, the aromatic bouquet develops notes of toasted almond.

Palate
Generous, the palate reveals subtle woody notes and lovely minerality that extends into a long finish.

Cellaring

This 2021 Montrachet Grand cru from Louis Latour can age in cellars for about 10 to 15 years to fully reveal its aromatic nuances.

Serving

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

Food and wine pairings

This white wine pairs ideally with shellfish (lobster), fish, or foie gras.