Louis Latour : Aloxe-Corton 1er cru "Les Chaillots" 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru "Les Chaillots" 2022 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
The wine boasts a beautiful ruby color.

Nose
The bouquet reveals aromas of wild strawberries, licorice, and undergrowth.

Palate
On the palate, this wine charms with its roundness and silky tannins, unveiling notes of fresh almond, cherry, and licorice.

Food and Wine Pairing

This Premier Cru pairs perfectly with game birds, poultry, and aged cheeses.

Service and Aging

The Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru "Les Chaillots" 2022 is ideally enjoyed at a temperature between 59 and 63°F. This wine can be kept until around 2037.

A Premier Cru from Côte de Beaune combining finesse and silky power

The Estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Beaune, the Louis Latour estate remains a family-owned property managed by the 11th generation of the Latour family. Based in Burgundy, it is the largest estate of Grands Crus in Côte d'Or, with prestigious plots in Aloxe-Corton and Corton. A pioneer of modern winemaking techniques since the 19th century, Louis Latour is distinguished by its bicentennial historic cellars and exclusive mastery of iconic plots like Corton-Charlemagne, combining Burgundy tradition with viticultural innovation.

The Vineyard

The "Les Chaillots" climate takes its name from the stony soil characteristic of this plot in Aloxe-Corton. Located in Côte de Beaune, this terroir consists of clay, sand, and alluvial gravel. The vines are on average 35 years old.

Winemaking and Aging

After manual harvesting, the Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru "Les Chaillots" 2022 is traditionally vinified in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels with medium toast, with 35% new barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.