Aloxe Corton Louis Latour

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.