Louis Latour : Beaune 1er cru "Clos du Roi" 2018

Characteristics and tasting tips for Beaune 1er Cru "Clos du Roi" 2018 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Nose
A nose with generous fragrances of spice and ripe fruit.

Palate
Broad on the palate, it combines spicy aromas with well-present tannins on the finish.

Food and wine pairing

This Beaune 1er Cru pairs perfectly with roast pork, poularde with truffles, or soft cheeses.

Serving

This wine is best enjoyed at a temperature between 59 and 63°F.

A complex and expressive red Premier Cru from Burgundy

The estate

Established in 1797 by Jean Latour in Aloxe-Corton, Louis Latour is the largest Grand Cru estate in the Côte d’Or in Burgundy with approximately 28.63 hectares. Led by the eleventh generation of the family, this independent house owns vineyards on the Côtes de Nuits and de Beaune. A pioneer of modern winemaking methods since the 19th century, the estate blends heritage and modernity in its historic Beaune cellars.

The vineyard

Clos du Roi is a small 13-hectare plot located in the northern part of the Beaune appellation. This historic terroir, once owned by the Dukes of Burgundy and later the French royalty, benefits from a south/southeast exposure on clay-limestone soils. The vines, averaging 30 years old, are traditionally farmed with controlled yields at 40 hl/ha and manual harvesting.

Vinification and aging

Vinification is carried out traditionally in open vats with full malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place for 10 to 12 months in medium-toast French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, 35% of which are new oak.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir.