Louis Latour : Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2013

Characteristics and tasting notes of Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2013 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
The wine reveals a deep and elegant garnet hue.

Nose
The bouquet is particularly intense, unveiling seductive aromas of black cherry and liquorice, subtly underlined by toasted notes.

Palate
The palate offers a remarkably velvety texture, combining freshness and length. It unfolds flavours of red cherry and delicate woody touches, supported by suave tannins, leading to a persistent and powerful finish.

Food and wine pairings
This great red wine will elevate dishes of character such as hare à la royale, duck and truffle shepherd's pie, or a matured Cîteaux cheese. More generally, it will pair wonderfully with feathered game and meats in rich sauces.

Serving and cellaring
To fully appreciate Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2013, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 17°C. With exceptional ageing potential, this vintage will continue to develop in the cellar and can be enjoyed until around 2048.

Other characteristics
Regarded as one of the most illustrious red wines of the house, this cru stands out for its highly aromatic profile.

The elegance and power of an exceptional Romanée-Saint-Vivant by Louis Latour in Burgundy

The estate
Founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is a true institution in Burgundy. This family-owned and independent estate spans 48 hectares, including an exceptional 27 hectares classified as Grand Cru. Now led by Florent Latour, the property perpetuates ancestral expertise while committing to sustainable viticulture. A unique feature in the region, this prestigious house owns its own cooperage, thereby perfectly mastering the ageing of its wines. The house is renowned worldwide for the excellence and remarkable diversity of its terroirs.

The vineyard
The "Les Quatre Journaux" plot benefits from a privileged location in the south-west of the Romanée-Saint-Vivant appellation, in the immediate vicinity of the legendary Romanée-Conti. On this exceptional 0.8-hectare terroir, the vines, averaging thirty years of age, thrive on rich soils composed of ferruginous clay. The estate favours low yields, limited to 30 hectolitres per hectare, and carries out exclusively manual harvesting to preserve the optimal quality of the berries.

Winemaking and ageing
The creation of Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2013 begins with a traditional fermentation in open vats, accompanied by a malolactic fermentation carried out at 100%. The wine then benefits from meticulous ageing of ten to twelve months. This crucial stage takes place entirely in new French oak barrels, made by the house's own cooperage and featuring a medium toast, in order to enhance the structure and complexity of the wine.

Grape variety
100% Pinot Noir