Louis Latour - Domaine Latour - Aloxe-Corton 2017
- Producer Maison Louis Latour
- Blend 100% Pinot Noir
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Aloxe Corton
- UPC N/A
Description
Aloxe-Corton has been the home of the Latour family and the heart of Domaine Louis Latour for centuries. The village of Aloxe-Corton is located in the north of the Côte de Beaune on a stony hillside at the foot of the hill of Corton. It was in 1862 that the name of the climat Corton was added to the village name Aloxe. The vineyards of Domaine Louis Latour surround this famous village and yield a classic Aloxe-Corton.
Estate
The Latour family founded the ‘Maison de négoce’, an important shipping company, in 1797, and it is still based at 18 Rue des Tonneliers in Beaune to this day. The company is unique in Burgundy in that it is still family-owned and family-run, having been passed down from father to son for ten generations over 200 years. Maison Louis Latour ships its wines to over 180 countries worldwide. These world-class Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs can be found on the most famous dining tables around the globe.
Tasting notes
The Aloxe-Corton "Domaine Latour" reveals a deep ruby hue and a powerful nose of black cherry and licorice. The mouth is round and elegant with melted tannins. Notes of liquorice emerge on the finish with a subtle toasty touch. Very food friendly.
Technical data
Average vine age 30 years
Soil: Limestone, alluvial sand and gravel
Average yield 40 hl/ha
Harvest Hand picked
Fermentation Traditional in open vats
Ageing: 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 15% new
Barrels Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Soil: Limestone, alluvial sand and gravel
Average yield 40 hl/ha
Harvest Hand picked
Fermentation Traditional in open vats
Ageing: 10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 15% new
Barrels Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
