Louis Latour - Clos De La Vigne Au Saint - 2020
Description
Clos de la Vigne au Saint is a very old vineyard; the earliest known record of its existence is in 1375 when it is mentioned in the records of the Chapter of Saulieu. The Latour family have a long connection with this vineyard which began in 1731 when Florent Latour's ancestor owned a section of the vineyard. Since then, it has remained in family hands, passing from generation to generation. The vineyard has perfect southerly exposure on the Corton hill lying on a bedrock outcrop towards the bottom of the slope. The soil is a rusty red color and rich in marl, which gives the wines distinct aromas. This wine possesses the elegance that we expect from a Cote d'Or Grand Cru and will age particularly well.
Terroir
Marl and limestone
Harvest
Hand-picked
Vinification
Fermentation: Traditional in open vats
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Ageing
10 to 12 months aging in oak barrels, 35% new
Technical Data
Average vine age: 40 years
Average yield: 35 hl/ha
Average yield: 35 hl/ha
Tasting Notes
Our Corton "Clos de la Vigne au Saint" 2020 has an intense red ruby hue and offers a cherry and licorice nose. These aromas carry through to the palate, along with notes of nutmeg. This wine is full-bodied and very delicate. The tannins are well integrated and the finish is long and softly oaky.
Food Pairing
Food pairing: Roasted hare - partridge - duck "a l'orange" - mature cheeses
Serving temperature: 61-63°F
Serving temperature: 61-63°F