Louis Latour : Beaune 1er cru "Clos du Roi" 2023

Characteristics and tasting advice for Beaune Premier Cru "Clos du Roi" 2023

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a deep ruby color.

Nose
The nose reveals red fruit aromas, particularly black cherry.

Palate
The palate is full and rounded, with notes of mocha. The finish offers lovely freshness accompanied by an appealing tension.

Food and wine pairings

This Beaune Premier Cru pairs perfectly with roast pork with cranberries, truffled capon or a soft cheese.

Serving and cellaring

Beaune Premier Cru "Clos du Roi" 2023 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 15 and 17°C. This wine has cellaring potential until around 2033.

A lively Beaune Premier Cru with beautiful tension

The estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Aloxe-Corton, Maison Louis Latour remains a Burgundian family business passed down through eleven generations. Owning extensive vineyards, including a large area classified as Grand Cru, it is the largest owner of Grand Cru parcels in Bourgogne. Visionary, the house was a pioneer in introducing Chardonnay to Corton-Charlemagne after the phylloxera crisis. The house combines the excellence of its estate with its négociant activity developed since 1867.

The vineyard

The Clos du Roi climat extends to the north of the Beaune appellation. The vines, averaging 30 years of age, enjoy a south/southeast exposure on clay-limestone soils.

Winemaking and aging

Beaune Premier Cru "Clos du Roi" 2023 is vinified in the traditional way in open vats, with full malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place for 10 to 12 months in medium-toasted French oak barrels, 35% of which are new, produced by the Tonnellerie Louis Latour.

Grape variety

This red wine from Bourgogne is made from 100% Pinot Noir.