Louis Latour : Corton Grand cru "Perrières" 2020

A full and complex Corton red wine

The estate

Louis Latour is the largest winegrowing estate in Burgundy, with a history of over 200 years of winemaking. Spread across the most beautiful plots of land in Premier and Grand Crus from the Côte de Beaune to the Côte de Nuits, the 50-hectare vineyard of the Louis Latour estate gives rise to a range of wines from 130 appellations, each of which expresses with authenticity and refinement the characteristics of its original terroir.

This illustrious Burgundy estate has been actively engaged in environmentally conscious viticulture since 1996.

The vineyard

This Grand Cru "Perrières" 2020 is a Corton wine from the "Perrières" vineyard located on the hillside of Corton Grand Cru at an altitude of 273 metres. Facing south-east, these old vines are grown on brown and red clay soils.

Winemaking and ageing

Traditional fermentation in open vats, malolactic fermentation at 100%. Ageing for 10-12 months in oak casks (of which 50% were new) which come from the Louis Latour cooperage.

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Corton Grand Cru "Perrières" 2020 from Louis Latour

Tasting

Colour
The wine is of a deep ruby colour.

Nose
The nose has a great aromatic complexity, mingling cherry, undergrowth and clove notes.

Palate
Full and elegant, the palate delights with the suppleness of its tannins and its finish with toasted and licorice scents.

Food and wine pairing

This Burgundy red wine pairs perfectly with beef bourguignon but also with wild boar stew or mature cheeses.