Louis Latour : Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Morgeot" 2024

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" 2024 Louis Latour

Tasting

Colour
This wine reveals a deep ruby hue, enhanced by delicate garnet highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with spicy notes dominated by clove, harmoniously complemented by hints of undergrowth and strawberry.

Palate
On the palate, this wine offers a balanced structure with elegant tannins. Although it may show an assertive character in its youth, it extends into a long finish marked by delicious notes of black cherry.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine pairs beautifully with flavourful meats such as roast leg of lamb, beef tournedos, a traditional coq au vin, or a matured cheese like Brie.

Service and Storage

To fully appreciate the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" 2024, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 17°C. With fine aging potential, this wine can be enjoyed until around 2034.

The Elegance of a Great Pinot Noir from Chassagne-Montrachet by Louis Latour

The Estate

Officially founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is a true institution in Burgundy. Although the family's winemaking history began in 1731, it is this founding date that marks the starting point of its renown. Now led by Florent Latour, the estate spans 48 hectares, making it the largest Grand Cru estate in the Côte d'Or. Staying true to its family values and independence, this prestigious house combines respect for tradition with sustainable viticulture to showcase the finest Burgundian terroirs.

The Vineyard

The terroir of the Morgeot hamlet, located at the heart of the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation, benefits from a south-east-facing mid-slope exposure. The vines, averaging 30 years old, thrive on complex clay-limestone soils. The estate practices ISO14001-certified sustainable farming, limiting yields to 40 hl/ha to concentrate the aromas. Harvesting is carried out by hand to preserve the integrity of the grape clusters.

Winemaking and Aging

The making of the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" 2024 relies on traditional methods. Fermentation takes place in open vats with indigenous yeasts, accompanied by regular manual punching-down and a short maceration period to gently extract the tannins. After complete malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 to 12 months in medium-toast French oak barrels, 35% of which are new, all crafted by the house's own cooperage.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir