Beaune 1er Cru "Vignes Franches" 2020
Pinot Noir
Complete Malolactic Fermentation in Traditional open vats
Aged 10 to 12 months in oak barrels, 25% new
Barrels from Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted
Region: Côte de Beaune
Average vine age: 35 years
Soil: Clay and limestone
Hand picked
750ml, 13.5% Alc.
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Description
Historically the owners of this area did not have to pay tax on the land, hence the name 'Vignes Franches' (free vines). The Beaune Premier Cru "Vignes Franches" parcel, important part of Domaine Louis Latour, is found mid-slope. The clay soils are scattered with small pebbles which allows for easy drainage of water. Here we find the same opulence as in neighboring Pommard, as well as an extremely pleasant fruit-forwardness even when young. It is one of the best Premier Cru vineyards of Beaune, producing a wine that is capable of ageing to perfection for a considerable period of time.
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