Louis Latour : Aloxe-Corton 1er cru "Les Chaillots" 2018

Tasting advice for Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru "Les Chaillots" 2018 from Domaine Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
Garnet color

Nose
Cherry, nutmeg and lovely spicy notes blend harmoniously in the cellar.

Palate
Broad and generous, the palate releases aromas of undergrowth, raspberry, licorice and coffee.

Food and wine pairing
This Premier Cru from Bourgogne pairs perfectly with roasted poultry, game birds and aged hard cheeses.

Serving and cellaring
Serve between 59 and 63°F.

The freshness and richness of a Bourgogne red wine

The estate
Founded in Beaune in 1797, the Louis Latour estate still belongs to the same family, now represented by its eleventh generation. With 50 hectares in the Côte d’Or, it holds the largest collection of grands crus in Bourgogne. Renowned for its ability to combine tradition and innovation, Louis Latour has showcased its exceptional terroirs through precise winemaking and its own facilities, including its cooperage and historic cellars.

The vineyard
The “Les Chaillots” plot is located in the commune of Aloxe-Corton, in the Côte de Beaune. Its name echoes the stony nature of its soils, composed of clay, sand and alluvial gravel. The vines, averaging 35 years of age, produce a concentrated and elegant wine that is faithful to this renowned climat.

Winemaking and aging
The grapes are harvested by hand, then traditionally vinified in open vats. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in full. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, 35% of which are new, supplied by the estate’s cooperage.

Grape variety
100% Pinot Noir