Pernand Vergelesses Ile des Vergelesses Louis Latour

 Region Burgundy, Côte de Beaune Appellation Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru

Village

Pernand-Vergelesses

Grape Variety 100% Pinot Noir

Vineyard Data: Average Vine Age 35 years Soil Composition Clay and iron Average Yield 40hl/ha Harvest Hand harvested

Winemaking: Fermentation Vessel Large open oak vats (25% new oak) Maturation 10-12 months Barrel Type French oak, Louis Latour cooperage

Description: The vineyard of « Ile des Vergelesses » is relatively high up on the slope and enjoys a northeasterly exposure, which means that the fruit achieves maximum ripeness quite late on.

Cellaring Potential: To keep for 5-10 years

Suggested Food Match: Wildfowl, chicken, matured cheese

Serving temperature: Between 13 & 14°C