Louis Latour - Marsannay Blanc - 2023
Description
Marsannay is the village which marks the northern gateway to the Cote d'Or on leaving Dijon, the capital of Burgundy and home to the Ducs de Bourgogne. This village marks the beginning of the Route des Grands Crus which follows the N6 highway through the Cote d'Or. Marsannay received its Appellation Controlee in 1987 in recognition of its consistently high quality wines.
Terroir
Clay and limestone
Harvest
Hand-picked
Vinification
Fermentation: Traditional in stainless steel vats, temperature controlled with complete malolactic fermentation
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Ageing
8 to 10 months aging in oak barrels
Technical Data
Average vine age: 25 years
Average yield: 50 hl/ha
Average yield: 50 hl/ha
Tasting Notes
A fresh bouquet of citrus fruits. The same aromas are found upon tasting with a floral finish to the wine. Round and velvety, with a good length, it is delicious while still young but a few years of cellaring will make it even more appealing.
Food Pairing
Food pairing: Aperitif - shellfish - fish - white meat
Serving temperature: 54-57°F
Serving temperature: 54-57°F