Louis Latour : Beaune 1er cru "Clos du Roi" 2017

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Beaune 1er Cru "Clos du Roi" 2017 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Color
Brilliant color.

Nose
Intense nose of cherry and undergrowth.

Palate
On the palate, round, silky tannins combine with delicious licorice notes, supported by a lovely freshness.

Food and wine pairings

This Beaune 1er Cru pairs perfectly with roast pork, truffled chicken or soft cheeses.

Serving temperature

This wine is best served between 15 and 17°C.

The vibrancy and finesse of a Burgundy Premier Cru red wine

The estate

Founded in 1797 by Jean Latour in Aloxe-Corton, Louis Latour represents the largest Grand Cru estate in Burgundy's Côte d'Or with around 28.63 hectares. Managed by the eleventh generation of the family, this independent house owns vineyards in the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. A pioneer of modern winemaking methods since the 19th century, the estate combines tradition and modernity in its historic cellars in Beaune.

The vineyard

Clos du Roi covers a small 13-hectare plot located in the north of the Beaune appellation. This historic terroir, once owned by the Dukes of Burgundy and later the French Crown, benefits from a south/south-east exposure on clay-limestone soils. The vines, averaging 30 years old, are managed traditionally, with controlled yields of 40 hl/ha and manual harvesting.

Winemaking and aging

Vinification is traditional in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in medium-toasted French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, 35% of which are new.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir