Louis Latour - Pouilly-Fuisse 2016
- Producer Maison Louis Latour
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Pouilly Fuisse
- UPC 0 15643 42085 6
Tasting notes
The Pouilly-Fuisse 2016 reveals a yellow colour with green highlights. The nose is delicately minty with aromas of white fruits. The palate is frank and balanced with mineral and smoky notes. The finish is fresh and very charming.
Food pairing
Shellfish - charcuterie - skate - reblochon cheese
The vine
Average vine age 30 years
Soil Limestone, heavy clay
Average yield 45 hl/ha
Harvest Hand picked
Soil Limestone, heavy clay
Average yield 45 hl/ha
Harvest Hand picked
Vinification and ageing
Fermentation Traditional in stainless steel vats, temperature controlled with complete malolactic fermentation
Ageing 8 to 10 months ageing in stainless steel vats
Ageing 8 to 10 months ageing in stainless steel vats
Description
Pouilly-Fuisse is the name of a village in the Maconnais producing highly distinctive Chardonnay wine. The vineyards producing this wine are part of a breath-taking landscape where the limestone and heavy clay soils combine to create a unique 'terroir'.