Monthelie Louis Latour

Region Burgundy, Côte de Beaune Appellation Monthélie AC  

Village Monthélie 

Grape Variety 100% Pinot Noir 

Vineyard Data: Average Vine Age 30 years Soil Composition Clay / Chalk Average Yield 45hl/ha Harvest Hand harvested

Winemaking: Fermentation Vessel Large open oak vats Maturation 10-12 months Barrel Type French oak, Louis Latour cooperage

Description: The home of predominantly red wines from the Pinot Noir grape, the vineyards extend over 225 acres covering the continuation of the Volnay slope and a broad basin behind the village itself which runs back northwards to link up with the Pommard hinterland. 

Cellaring Potential: To keep for 4-5 years

Suggested Food Match: Burgundy style beef, breast of duck, woodcock, cheese 

Serving temperature: Between 13 & 15°C