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

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

Tasting

Nose
Generous nose with aromas of spices and ripe fruit.

Palate
Voluminous on the palate, it combines spicy aromas with present tannins on the finish.

Food and wine pairings

This Beaune 1er Cru is the perfect accompaniment to roast pork, truffled poularde or soft cheeses.

Serving temperature

This red wine is ideally enjoyed at a temperature between 15 and 17°C.

A complex and expressive Premier Cru red wine from Burgundy

The estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Aloxe-Corton, Louis Latour is the largest holder of Grands Crus in Burgundy's Côte d'Or with approximately 28.63 hectares. Managed by the eleventh generation of the family, this independent house owns vineyards in the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. A pioneer of modern winemaking methods since the 19th century, the house combines tradition and modernity in its historic cellars in Beaune.

The vineyard

Clos du Roi constitutes a small 13-hectare plot in the north of the Beaune appellation. This historic terroir, once owned by the Dukes of Burgundy and later the French Crown, benefits from a south/south-east exposure on clay-limestone soils. The vines, which are 30 years old on average, are farmed traditionally, with yields of 40 hl/ha and manual harvesting.

Winemaking and ageing

Vinification is traditional in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Ageing takes place for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels with medium toasting from the Louis Latour cooperage, 35% of which are new.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir