Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Chardonnay | 750ml | Grand Cru
A true icon of Maison Louis Latour, the Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru showcases the power and purity of Burgundy’s most legendary white wine terroir. Sourced from 30-year-old Chardonnay vines growing in stony limestone soils, this wine reflects the cool minerality and precision of the Corton hillside.
Undergoes complete malolactic fermentation in traditional French oak barrels, all 100% new and medium toasted by the Louis Latour cooperage, and aged for 8 to 10 months.
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Tasting Notes
Heritage
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.
Winemaking Details
Grape: Chardonnay
Region: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Vine Age: 30 years
Soil: Stony limestone
Harvest: Hand-picked
Fermentation: Complete malolactic in traditional oak barrels
Aging: 8–10 months in French oak (100% new)
Oak Source: Louis Latour cooperage, medium toast