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 LA197-22/6PK
Label LA197-22/6PK

Louis Latour - Corton Clos du Roi - 2022

Producer
Country
France
Region
Burgundy
Appellation
Corton
UPC
0 15643 82986 4
Red Wine
Verified Stock
LA197-22/6PK
Product Ratings
Wine Spectator 96pt

Rich and succulent, like biting into a crunchy cherry, this red also delivers blackberry, violet, stone and earth accents. Lithe and well-delineated, firming up on the long, tightly wound finish. Though more about the minerality and structure in the end, this is balanced and full of energy.

by Wine Spectator, 2024
Wine Enthusiast 93pt

Initially showing a closed, reduced nose, this wine rewards patience or generous aeration. Concentrated and rustic, it reveals complex aromatic layers of dark cherry, cranberry skin, rose, truffle, and damp earth. The structured palate mirrors the nose with deep black cherry, subtle mushroom and vibrant violet notes, promising impressive aging potential well beyond 2035.

by Wine Enthusiast, 2025

Description

Designated a Grand Cru since 1937, this wine was already well-known in the 15th century when the King of France added Corton wines to his personal cellars. Upon the death of Charles le Temeraire, the final duke of Burgundy, this parcel of vines passed into the hands of the royal winemakers and therefore became Corton "Clos du Roi" (the king's vineyard). With a perfect easterly exposure on the hill of Corton, the Latour vines are worked in the traditional way. Harsh pruning permits later harvests and also ensures that a good level of ripeness and richness is achieved in the grapes. This wine has fantastic aging capacity.

Terroir

Marl and limestone

Harvest

Hand-picked

Vinification

Fermentation: Traditional in open vats
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted

Ageing

10 to 12 months aging in oak barrels, 25% new

Technical Data

Average vine age: 30 years
Average yield: 35 hl/ha

Tasting Notes

With its deep ruby color, our Corton Grand Cru "Clos du Roi" 2022 has an intense nose of blackberry, cherry and licorice. The palate is full-bodied and delicious, with a strong cherry flavor. The tannins are elegant but very present. Nice length.

Food Pairing

Food pairing: Roasted hare - partridge - duck "a l'orange" - mature cheeses
Serving temperature: 61-63°F