Louis Latour : Corton Grand cru "Clos de la Vigne au Saint" 2020

Characteristics and Tasting Recommendations of the Corton Grand Cru "Clos de la Vigne au Saint" 2020 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Color
Intense ruby color.

Nose
Cherry, licorice and nutmeg fragrances mingle harmoniously in a rich and complex nose.

Palate
Round, the palate reveals silky tannins stretching to a finish with delicate woody aromas.

food and wine pairings

This Grand Cru perfectly complements game such as roast hare or truffled partridge. It also pairs excellently with duck à l'orange and elevates matured cheeses with its structure and aromatic complexity.

Service and aging

This wine is best served at 16-17°C. It can be cellared until around 2035.

The Expression and Structure of a Burgundy Red Grand Cru

The estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Beaune, the Louis Latour estate remains an independent family property now run by the eleventh generation. Based in Burgundy, it is the largest Grand Crus domain in the Côte d'Or, with prestigious parcels such as Corton-Charlemagne and Chambertin. A pioneer in adopting modern techniques while preserving traditional methods, Louis Latour stands out for its exceptional family continuity spanning over two centuries.

The vineyard

Clos de la Vigne au Saint benefits from a privileged location on the Corton hill, with full south exposure over outcrops of parent rock. Soils rich in red marl and limestone give the wine its Burgundian typicity. The vines, averaging 40 years of age, are managed with a controlled yield of 35 hectoliters per hectare and hand-harvested to preserve grape quality.

Winemaking and aging

Traditional vinification in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place over 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, with 35% new oak at medium toast, allowing a harmonious integration of oak and preservation of terroir expression.

Grape variety

This Grand Cru is made exclusively from Pinot Noir.