Louis Latour - Pommard 2011
- Producer Maison Louis Latour
- Blend 100% Pinot Noir
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Pommard
- UPC N/A
Description
Pommard is for many the most familiar Burgundy appellation. The village itself lies
approximately 2 miles south of Beaune, and the total appellation is fairly extensive, covering 300 hectares, flanking a narrow valley which leads back into the Côte d'Or hinterland. The wines of Pommard are quite different from those of the neighbouring villages. They tend to be deeper and more concentrated than Beaune or Volnay wines and have a sumptuous perfume and bite without being too tannic. This wine requires a number of years to reveal itself
Tasting notes
Of a garnet colour, the Pommard 2011 reveals a nose of black cherries and spices, accompanied by notes of cloves. It is round in the mouth with lovely aromas of red berries and wonderful, persistent tannins.
Food pairing
Duck confit - beef "Bourguignon" - mature cheeses
Vinification
Fermentation Traditional in open vats
Ageing 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 15% new
Barrels Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Ageing 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 15% new
Barrels Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted