Louis Latour - Corton Clos du Roi 2009
- Producer Maison Louis Latour
- Blend 100% Pinot Noir
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Corton
- UPC N/A
Description
Designated a Grand Cru since 1937, this wine was already well-known in the 15th century
when the King of France added Corton wines to his personal cellars. Upon the death of
Charles le Téméraire, the final duke of Burgundy, this parcel of vines passed into the hands of the royal winemakers and therefore became Corton 'Clos du Roi' (plot (of land) of the king). With a perfect easterly exposure on the hill of Corton, the Latour vines are worked in the traditional way. Harsh pruning permits later harvests and also insures that a good level of ripeness and richness is achieved in the grapes. This wine has fantastic ageing capacity.
Tasting notes
The intense red of this Corton pairs perfectly with the wooded notes harmoniously intertwined with the aromas of cherry, currant, liquorice and leather. The tannins are supple and the liquorice really comes through on the finish. Tasted November 2010.
Food pairing
Roasted hare - partridge - duck "a l'orange" - mature cheeses
Vinification
Fermentation: Traditional in open vats
Ageing: 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 25% new
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Ageing: 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 25% new
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
