Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 750ml

Description

Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 750ml

• After the ravages of the phylloxera epidemic at the end of the 19th century the Latour family took the then, unusual decision to tear up the dead Aligoté and Pinot Noir vines, and replace them with Chardonnay. This decision lead them to create one of Burgundy’s most celebrated white whites.
  Today the Latour family owns 10.5 hectares which makes them the biggest owner in the appellation. The Latour’s Corton-Charlemagne vineyards are located on a prime section of the Corton hillside where the south-easterly aspect ensures maximum exposure to the sun. The fruit is harvested as late as possible to guarantee maximum ripeness.

Vinification & Ageing

• FermentationTraditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation.
• Ageing8 to 10 months ageing in oak barrels, 100% new.
• BarrelsLouis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted.

Wine tasting

• Tasting NoteOur Corton-Charlemagne is a brilliant pale yellow, with an intense, complex nose of toasted almonds and hints of vanilla. Full-bodied and generous on the palate, with notes of fresh almonds and toasted coffee. Very good length.
• Food PairingShellfish – lobster – foie gras – fish – mature cheeses.

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