Louis Latour : Chambertin Grand cru "Cuvée Héritiers Latour" 2018

Characteristics and tasting advice for Chambertin Grand Cru "Cuvée Héritiers Latour" 2018 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
Dark, the color reveals a ruby hue.

Nose
The nose exudes fragrances of blackcurrant, raspberry, and mocha.

Palate
The palate combines silky tannins with lovely freshness.

Food and wine pairing

This grand cru pairs perfectly with venison stew or sautéed hind with pepper accompanied by celery purée. It also elevates a perfectly ripe Soumaintrain cheese.

Serving and cellaring

Chambertin Grand Cru "Cuvée Héritiers Latour" is best enjoyed at 60.8–62.6°F (16–17°C). This age-worthy wine can evolve harmoniously until around 2036.

A generous and vibrant red wine from Burgundy

The estate

Established in 1797 by Jean Latour in Beaune, Louis Latour draws its roots from a Burgundian family tradition dating back to 1731. Now led by the eleventh generation of the Latour family, the house upholds the custom whereby each head bears the first name Louis. A pioneer of modern winemaking techniques since the 19th century, the domaine cultivates exceptional vineyards in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Its historic cellars in Beaune preserve two centuries of viticultural expertise, combining innovation with respect for ancestral traditions.

The vineyard

The Chambertin appellation lies at the heart of the Grands Crus of the Côte de Nuits, on an exceptional terroir renowned for its unique geological richness. The Latour family owns 0.81 hectares in a single plot, closer to Latricières than to Clos de Bèze. The vines, averaging 35 years old, are rooted in a Bajocian clay subsoil covered by shallow limestone soils mixed with gravel and clay.

Winemaking and aging

Hand harvesting precedes traditional vinification in open vats, followed by complete malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in 100% new French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage with a medium toast, bringing structure and complexity to the wine.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir.