Aloxe CortonLouis Latour
Louis Latour
- Production region Côte de Beaune
- Color Red
- Classification Communale
- Vintage 2001
Région : Burgundy, Côte de Beaune
Appellation : Aloxe-Corton AC
Village : Aloxe-Corton
Grape Variety : 100% Pinot Noir
Vineyard Data :
Average Vine Age : 30 years
Soil Composition : Limestone/Alluvial sand/Gravel
Average Yield : 40hl/ha
Harvest : Hand harvested
Winemaking :
Fermentation Vessel : Large open oak vast (10% new oak)
Maturation : 10-12 months
Barrel Type : french oak, Louis Latour copperage
Description :Aloxe-Corton has been the home of the Latour family and the heart of Domaine Louis Latour for centuries. Surroundingthis famed village, the vineyards of Domaine Louis Latour yield a classic Aloxe-Corton : inviting, warm red colour which leads to an earthy, spicy, tannic palate which mellows beautifully with age.
Cellaring Potential : 6-8 years
Suggested Food Match : Burgundy style beef, woodcock, fondue bourguignonne, chaource cheese.
Serving temperature : Between 14 and 16°C.
