Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot Rouge

Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot RougeLouis Latour

Louis Latour
Louis Latour
  • Production region Côte de Beaune
  • Color Red
  • Classification 1er Cru
  • Vintage 2020

66,00 €€ tax incl. / Bottles

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  • Region : Côte de Beaune
  • Village : Chassagne-Montrachet
  • Appellation : Chassagne Montrachet Premier Cru
  • Grape variety : Pinot Noir
 
The Vine
  • Average vine age : 30 years
  • Soil : Clay and limestone
  • Average yield : 40 hl/ha
  • Harvest : Hand picked
 
Wine tips
  • Cellaring Potential : 7-10 years
  • Serving temperature : 15-17°

 

Description
  • The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot” parcel of vines lies mid-slope with a south-easterly exposure. "Morgeot” is in fact a hamlet of Chassagne-Montrachet. The vines have been in place since the Maizières Abbey decided to clear the land and replant the Morgeot soils in the 15th Century. Only a quarter of the appellation's premier crus are planted with Pinot Noir. The red wines of Morgeot are balanced and sometimes a little bit firm when still young but to the savvy amateur with patience, they can offer generous aromas of small red fruits and fine tannins, together creating a beautiful harmony.
Vinification & Ageing
  • Fermentation
    Traditional in open vats
  • Ageing
    10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, XX% new
  • Barrels
    Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Wine tasting
  • Tasting Note
    The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" 2012 has a pretty deep ruby colour. On the nose dried fruit aromas blend perfectly with those of earthiness and liquorice. In the mouth it is a powerful wine with impressive tannic structure. There are pretty cherry notes on the finish.
 
  • Food Pairing
    Tournedos - roasted leg of lamb - "coq au vin" - Brie cheese