Louis Latour - Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2011
- Producer Maison Louis Latour
- Blend 100% Chardonnay
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Corton-Charlemagne
- UPC 0 26861 11154 9
Description
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 Aligote and Pinot Noir vines and replace them with Chardonnay. This decision leads them to create one of Burgundy's most celebrated white whites. Today the Latour family owns 11 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.
Tasting notes
With a golden yellow colour, the Corton-Charlemagne 2011 has a complex but intense nose. With notes of vanilla, mocha and nut, this wine is ample with a round structure. One discovers hints of almond pastes with a lovely mineral finish.
Food pairing
Shellfish - lobster - foie gras - fish - mature cheeses
The vine
Average vine age: 30 years
Soil: Stony limestone
Average yield: 40 hl/ha
Harvest: Hand picked
Soil: Stony limestone
Average yield: 40 hl/ha
Harvest: Hand picked
Vinification and ageing
Fermentation: Traditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation
Ageing: 8 to 10 months ageing in oak barrels, 100% new
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Ageing: 8 to 10 months ageing in oak barrels, 100% new
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted