| Red Chassagne Montrachet Louis Latour |
Description
Chassagne-Montrachet and its neighbor Puligny are renowned for their Grands Crus, the most famous being the Montrachet. But in the shadow of these white Grands Crus, Chassagne-Montrachet also produces remarkable reds on its clay soil with ferric inclusions. These wines have body and their structure is reminiscent of the reds of the Côte de Nuits.
Winemaking & Aging
Fermentation
Traditional in open tank, 100% malolactic
Breeding
10 to 12 months in oak barrels, 35% new Barrels
Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium heat
Tasting
Tasting note
Our 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge reveals a very pretty ruby color. Complex aromas mix and give an aromatic and spicy nose: liquorice, vanilla, undergrowth and black fruits. The mouth is round and fresh, the tannins are supple, enhanced by notes of blackcurrant and cherry.
Food / Wine Pairing
Veal filet mignon - grilled meat - mature cheeses |
