Louis Latour : Corton Grand cru "Clos de la Vigne au Saint" 2016
Stock currently at the producing estate – Will ship after April 15, 2026
Description
Characteristics and tasting tips for Corton Grand Cru "Clos de la Vigne au Saint" 2016 by Louis Latour
Tasting
Appearance
Dark color with garnet highlights, deep and enticing.
Nose
Oaky nose, marked by beautiful notes of cherry and licorice.
Palate
The palate, carried by elegant tannins, unfolds aromas of damson, wild plum, and strawberry tree. Lovely extension with a very long, lingering finish.
Food and wine pairings
This Grand Cru pairs perfectly with game such as roasted hare or truffled partridges. It also matches beautifully with duck à l’orange and elevates aged cheeses thanks to its structure and aromatic complexity.
Serving
This wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 60–63°F (16–17°C).
An elegant and complex red Grand Cru from Burgundy
The estate
Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Beaune, the Louis Latour estate remains an independent family-owned property run by the eleventh generation. Based in Burgundy, it is the largest estate of Grands Crus in the Côte d'Or, with prestigious plots such as Corton-Charlemagne and Chambertin. A pioneer in adopting modern techniques while preserving traditional methods, Louis Latour stands out for its exceptional family continuity over more than two centuries.
The vineyard
Clos de la Vigne au Saint enjoys a privileged location on the Corton hillside, with full southern exposure on outcrops of mother rock. The soils, rich in red marl and limestone, confer the wine’s Burgundian typicity. The vines, averaging 40 years of age, are managed for a controlled yield of 35 hectoliters per hectare and harvested by hand to preserve grape quality.
Winemaking and aging
Traditional vinification in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging takes place for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, with 35% new oak of medium toast, allowing harmonious oak integration and preservation of the terroir expression.
Grape variety
This Grand Cru is made exclusively from Pinot Noir.
