Louis Latour : Château Corton Grancey Grand cru 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of Château Corton Grancey Grand cru 2022 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a deep, dark ruby color.

Nose
The nose reveals a spicy bouquet, marked by aromas of blackberry, pepper, and undergrowth.

Palate
Generous and silky, the palate delivers flavors of licorice, coffee, and cherry. The finish is fresh and lingering, harmoniously extending the tasting experience.

Serving and Cellaring

For optimal enjoyment, serve between 16 and 17°C. This Burgundy red wine can be cellared until around 2037.

Food and Wine Pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with wild boar with black cherries, duck à l’orange, roasted quail, grilled rib of beef, or aged cheeses.

A suave and beautifully balanced Burgundy Grand Cru red

The estate

Founded in 1797, Louis Latour is now represented by the 11th generation, headed by Louis-Fabrice Latour. As a négociant-éleveur, Louis Latour owns the largest estate of Grands Crus in Burgundy.

The vineyard

The Latour family acquired the château in 1891, located on the Route des Cortons and previously owned by the Grancey family. Produced only in exceptional years, this Château Corton Grancey Grand cru by Louis Latour is made from grapes sourced from five climats (Bressandes, Perrières, Grèves, Clos du Roi, and Chaumes). Averaging 40 years of age, these vines are planted on marl and limestone soils characteristic of the Corton appellation.

Vinification and aging

After manual harvesting, fermentation is carried out traditionally in open vats with 100% malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels (35% new), sourced from Louis Latour’s own cooperage.

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%).