Pommard Arvelets Louis Latour

 Region: Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Appellation Pommard 1er Cru

Village: Pommard

Grape Variety 100% Pinot Noir

Vineyard Data: Average Vine Age 30 years Soil Composition Limestone / Clay Average Yield 40hl/ha Harvest Hand harvested

Winemaking: Fermentation Vessel Large open oak vats (30% new oak) Maturation 10-12 months Barrel Type French oak, Louis Latour cooperage

Description: Pommard is known the world over for its opulent red wines. Out of the 120 hectares of premier crus in Pommard, "les Arvelets" only constitutes 8 hectares. The name of this parcel speaks for itself: it is land cultivated at the bottom of a small valley. Situated on a slope at about 270m above sea-level, this parcel faces directly south and sits on clay-limestone soils. The rich nature of this soil explains the excellence of this wine.

Cellaring Potential To keep for 8-10 years

Suggested Food Match Duck confit, Beef Bourguignon, Epoisses

Serving temperature Between 12 & 14°C