Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019
Chardonnay
Complete Malolactic Fermentation in Traditional oak barrels
Aged 8 to 10 months in oak barrels, 100% new
Barrels from Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Region: Côte de Beaune
Average vine age: 30 years
Soil: Stony limestone
Hand picked
750ml, 14% Alc.
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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 Aligoté and Pinot Noir vines, and replace them with Chardonnay. This decision lead them to create one of Burgundy's most celebrated white whites.
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.
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