Louis Latour : Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2020

The richness and elegance of a Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru wine

The estate

Founded in 1797, the Louis Latour house is today represented by the 11th generation, led by Louis-Fabrice Latour. A négociant-éleveur, Maison Louis Latour owns the largest Grand Cru estate in Burgundy.

The vineyard

Located to the southwest of Romanée-Saint-Vivant, the “ Les Quatre Journaux ” plot benefits from superb exposure. Owners of part of this terroir since 1898, the Latour family now holds a 0.8-hectare vineyard that gives rise to a great Romanée-Saint-Vivant wine. The “ Les Quatre Journaux ” plot takes its name from an old Burgundian unit of measure, a “Journal” corresponding to approximately 0.40 hectares. The vines, averaging 30 years old, are planted on iron-rich clay soils.

Winemaking and aging

Hand-harvested grapes undergo traditional fermentation in open vats. Full malolactic fermentation. Aging for 10 to 12 months takes place in new French oak barrels from Maison Louis Latour’s own cooperage.

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2020 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
Deep, the color is garnet red.

Nose
The nose combines intense fragrances of blackcurrant, mocha, and licorice.

Palate
Broad and generous, the palate charms with its silky texture, with licorice and blackcurrant aromas stretching into a fresh, beautifully long finish.

Food and wine pairings

This great red Burgundy pairs ideally with lièvre à la royale, duck parmentier with truffles, or the Burgundian cheese Cîteaux.

Serving

For optimal enjoyment, serve between 60.8 and 62.6°F (16–17°C).

Cellaring

This Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2020 by Louis Latour can be cellared until around 2055.