Louis Latour : Meursault 1er cru "Genevrières" 2021

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for Meursault 1er cru "Genevrières" 2021 Louis Latour

Tasting

Color
The color sports a pale, luminous yellow hue, revealing the full purity of this premier cru.

Nose
The bouquet unveils a rich and complex aromatic palette, blending notes of yellow peach and acacia honey with almond nuances. These aromas unfold with elegance, attesting to the finesse of the terroir.

Palate
On the palate, this Meursault 1er cru seduces with its breadth and generosity. Flavors of yellow fruits harmonize with marzipan notes, creating a rich and enveloping texture. The finish stands out for its beautiful, persistent minerality, bringing freshness and length.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Meursault 1er cru "Genevrières" pairs perfectly with creamy poultry, skate in browned butter, or a white truffle risotto. It also elevates soft-ripened cheeses such as Époisses.

Serving and Cellaring

The Meursault 1er cru "Genevrières" 2021 is best served at 12 to 14 °C. This wine can be enjoyed now but has a cellaring potential of approximately 7 to 10 years.

A Premier Cru blanc de Bourgogne with the typical mineral notes of the Côte de Beaune

The Estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Beaune, the estate Louis Latour remains an independent family property now run by the eleventh generation. Based in Bourgogne, it is the largest Grand Crus estate in the Côte d'Or, with emblematic plots in Aloxe-Corton. Former coopers turned winemakers, the Latour family combines modern innovation with respect for Burgundian traditions on mythical terroirs.

The Vineyard

The "Genevrières" climat is located in the commune of Meursault, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune. The vines, averaging 35 years of age, thrive on marl and limestone soils typical of the appellation.

Winemaking and Aging

Traditional vinification in oak barrels with full malolactic fermentation. Maturation takes place over 8 to 10 months in medium-toasted French oak barrels, 50 % of which are new barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, imparting complexity and balance to the wine.

Grape Variety

This premier cru is made exclusively from Chardonnay, the emblematic grape variety of the great white wines of Bourgogne, here expressing the full typicity of the Meursault terroir.