Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2018

Country: France Region: Burgundy

Varietal:ChardonnayVintage:2018

Colour:White Style:Dry

Producer:Louis Latour

Description:
After the ravages of the Phylloxera epidemic at the end of the 19th century the Latour family took the then unusual decision to tear up the dead Aligot and Pinot Noir vines and replace them with Chardonnay. This decision leads them to create one of Burgundy's most celebrated white wines. Today the Latour family owns 10.5 hectares which makes them the biggest owner in the appellation. The Latour's Corton-Charlemagne vineyards are located on a prime section of the Corton hillside where the south-easterly aspect ensures maximum exposure to the sun. The fruit is harvested as late as possible to guarantee maximum ripeness.

Tasting Note:
Corton-Charlemagne 2018 is a powerful, complex wine. Its nose is intense, with notes of white stone fruits such as white peach, fresh hazelnut, vanilla, almond paste and roasting. The wine is full-bodied for the palate, and the vanilla is complemented by aromas of fresh almond and lime blossom. The experience ends with a very fine aromatic aftertaste that has subtle saline notes.

Food Match: Shellfish - lobster - foie gras - fish - mature cheeses