Louis Latour : Clos Vougeot Grand cru 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a deep, intense ruby hue.

Nose
The bouquet opens with blackcurrant bud aromas, enhanced by subtly toasted notes.

Palate
The palate is broad and velvety, revealing flavors of cherry, forest floor, and licorice. The tannins are exceptionally fine, and the lingering finish gracefully extends the tasting experience.

Food and Wine Pairings
Game, ribeye steak, braised lamb, veal with morel mushrooms, or cheeses such as Époisses or Langres make for refined pairings.

Serving and Cellaring
This wine should be enjoyed at 16–17°C (61–63°F) and can be cellared until around 2042.

A complex and elegant red Burgundy

Estate

The largest wine estate in Burgundy, Louis Latour boasts a winemaking legacy spanning over 200 years. Spread across the finest Premier and Grand Cru parcels from the Côte de Beaune to the Côte de Nuits, the 50-hectare Louis Latour vineyard produces a range of wines from 130 appellations, each expressing the unique character of its original terroir with authenticity and refinement.

Since 1996, Domaine Louis Latour has been actively committed to environmentally conscious and sustainable viticulture.

Vineyard

As early as the 12th century, Clos Vougeot—formerly owned by the Cistercian monks of Cîteaux—was dedicated to vine cultivation. Today, Clos Vougeot wines represent the largest Grand Cru appellation in Burgundy, encompassing 52 hectares of vineyards and 80 different owners.

Winemaking and Aging

100% malolactic fermentation in open vats, followed by aging in new French oak barrels for 10 to 12 months.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.