Louis Latour : Château Corton Grancey Grand cru 2017

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of Château Corton Grancey Grand cru 2017 by Louis Latour

Appearance
Beautiful ruby color.

Nose
The nose reveals intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, licorice, and clove.

Palate
A generous and fresh attack precedes an elegant palate, delicately oaked and supported by a beautiful balance.

Cellaring Potential

This red Burgundy wine can be cellared until around 2032.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Château Corton Grancey Grand cru 2020 by Louis Latour pairs beautifully with wild boar with black cherries, duck à l'orange, roasted quail, grilled ribeye steak, or aged cheeses.

Serving

For optimal tasting, serve between 16 and 17°C.

A lively and aromatic Corton Grand cru red wine

The estate

Founded in 1797, Louis Latour is now represented by the 11th generation, headed by Louis-Fabrice Latour. As a négociant-éleveur, Maison Louis Latour owns the largest Grand Cru estate in Burgundy.

The vineyard

In 1891, the Latour family acquired the château located on the Route des Cortons, previously owned by the Grancey family. Produced only in exceptional years, this Château Corton Grancey Grand cru by Louis Latour is made from grapes sourced from five Burgundian climats (Bressandes, Perrières, Grèves, Clos du Roi, and Chaumes). Averaging 40 years old, these vineyards are planted on marl and limestone soils.

Vinification and aging

Once the manual harvest is complete, fermentation takes place in the traditional way in open vats with 100% malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels (35% new barrels) from the Louis Latour cooperage. Following this parcel-based aging, only the best barrels are selected for the blending of this great Corton wine.

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%).