Louis Latour : Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2021

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2021 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a deep, luminous ruby color.

Nose
The nose reveals intense aromas of mocha, blackcurrant, and roasted almond.

Palate
Full and fresh, the palate unveils flavors of almond, blackcurrant, and a vegetal note reminiscent of sap. The persistent finish extends the tasting experience with elegance.

Food and wine pairings

This great red Burgundy pairs beautifully with hare à la royale, duck parmentier with truffles, or Cîteaux, a Burgundy cheese.

Serving and cellaring

For optimal tasting, serve between 16 and 17°C (60–63°F). This wine can be cellared until around 2056.

The richness and vibrancy of a Burgundy red wine

The estate

Founded in 1797, Louis Latour is now represented by the 11th generation, headed by Louis-Fabrice Latour. As a négociant-éleveur, Louis Latour owns the largest estate of Grands Crus in Burgundy.

The vineyard

Located southwest of Romanée-Saint-Vivant, the "Les Quatre Journaux" plot enjoys superb exposure. The Latour family has owned part of this terroir since 1898 and today tends a 0.8-hectare vineyard producing a great Romanée-Saint-Vivant wine. The name "Les Quatre Journaux" refers to an old Burgundian unit of measurement, with one "Journal" equating to about 0.40 hectares. The vines, averaging 30 years old, are planted on iron-rich clay soils.

Vinification and aging

The hand-harvested grapes undergo traditional fermentation in open vats. Full malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in new French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).