Louis Latour : Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Color
The color reveals a brilliant pale yellow hue with subtle golden highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with floral notes of acacia and honey, complemented by hints of citrus and a lovely minerality. Barrel aging brings delicate nuances of white fruit and toasted hazelnuts.

Palate
Full-bodied and round, the palate reveals delicious notes of pineapple and stone fruit. The overall impression is seductive, with a precise balance between fruity generosity, creamy texture, and mineral tension, extending into a lingering finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

This white wine pairs beautifully with raw scallops, shellfish, or grilled fish. It will also elevate fish in creamy sauces as well as goat cheeses.

Service and Storage

For optimal enjoyment, it is recommended to serve the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023 at a temperature between 12 and 14°C.

The Elegance and Mineral Precision of a Chassagne-Montrachet Wine

The Estate

Officially founded in 1797, the House of Louis Latour is a true institution in Burgundy. Still independent and family-owned, it is today led by Florent Latour, representing the eleventh generation, alongside Eléonore Latour. Based in Aloxe-Corton and Beaune, France, the estate owns 48 hectares of vines, making it the largest owner of Grand Cru-classified plots in the region. The estate stands out for its long-standing commitment to sustainable viticulture, its gravity-flow winery, and its own in-house cooperage, a craft preserved for more than two centuries.

The Vineyard

The "Les Chenevottes" climat is located within the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation, at the base of the Mont-Rachet hill. Facing southeast on gentle slopes, at an altitude ranging from 220 to 330 meters, the vines, with an average age of 35 years, thrive on soils composed of clay and limestone. This terroir offers ideal drainage and optimal sun exposure.

The Vintage

The year 2023 was marked by a mild spring and a hot summer with low rainfall. These weather conditions favored generous yields and optimal ripening of the berries, resulting in concentrated fruit while preserving lovely freshness.

Winemaking and Aging

The hand-harvested grapes are pressed directly. The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023 undergoes traditional fermentation in oak barrels, along with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging then takes place for 8 to 10 months in medium-toast French oak barrels, 50% of which are new, all crafted by the estate's own cooperage.

Grape Variety

100% Chardonnay