Louis Latour : Pommard 1er cru "Epenots" 2018

A full-bodied and complex red wine from Burgundy

The estate

Founded in 1797, the Maison Louis Latour is today represented by the 11th generation with Louis-Fabrice Latour at its head. As a wine merchant and producer, Maison Louis Latour owns the largest domain of Grand Crus in Burgundy.

The vineyard

"Les Epenots" is a Pommard wine 1er cru made from vines averaging 30 years old, resting on clay-limestone soils.

Vinification and aging

Once the manual harvest is done, fermentation is carried out traditionally in open vats with 100% malolactic fermentation. The aging of 10 to 12 months is carried out in French oak barrels (35% new) from the cooperage of Maison Louis Latour.

Blend

Pinot noir (100%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Pommard 1er cru "Epenots" 2018 from Louis Latour

Tasting

Color
Deep ruby red color

Nose
Complex, the nose combines aromas of blackberry, roasted coffee and a touch of pepper.

Palate
The palate is full-bodied, marked by flavors of juicy cherry, cherry pit, and carried by a long and intensely sapid finish.

Cellaring

This red wine from Burgundy can be cellared until around 2028.

Food and wine pairings

Duck confit, beef bourguignon or even cheeses are refined pairings with this cuvée.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 15 and 17°C.