Louis Latour : Chambolle-Musigny 1er cru "Les Chatelots" 2014

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru "Les Chatelots" 2014 by Louis Latour

Tasting

Appearance
An elegant garnet hue adorned with luminous reflections.

Nose
The bouquet reveals subtle floral aromas, dominated by rose, harmoniously intertwined with delicate spicy notes.

Palate
The palate proves ample and remarkably supple, offering superb freshness. It unfolds indulgent flavours of cherry and mocha, underscoring the complex yet delicate character of this wine with its silky tannins.

Food and wine pairings

This red wine will pair wonderfully with refined dishes featuring duck or truffles, as well as with noble poultry such as capon. It will also enhance feathered or furred game, such as woodcock or wild boar served with red berries, before concluding the tasting with a fine, creamy cheese like Brillat-Savarin.

Serving and cellaring

To fully appreciate the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru "Les Chatelots" 2014, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 17 °C.

The elegance of a great Chambolle-Musigny terroir crafted by Louis Latour

The estate

Officially founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is a true institution in Burgundy. Now led by Florent Latour, this historic family estate watches over an exceptional 48-hectare vineyard, the majority of which is classified as Grand Cru. The only Burgundian estate to own its own cooperage, it stands out for its artisanal expertise and its long-standing commitment to sustainable viticulture. This world-renowned name embodies excellence and independence, perpetuating a unique winemaking heritage through wines that express all the richness of the region's finest terroirs.

The vineyard

The Climat "Les Chatelots" is nestled in the heart of the Chambolle-Musigny appellation, in the prestigious Côte de Nuits. This renowned terroir lies on shallow clay-limestone soils derived from Jurassic rocks, which ensure excellent drainage while retaining water at depth. The vines, with an average age of 35 years, are cultivated with controlled yields of around 35 hl/ha. These unique geological conditions give rise to wines of great finesse, particularly fragrant and elegant.

The vintage

2014 proved to be an exceptional year for the region, offering ideal weather conditions for the vines. Despite a few hailstorms early in the season and variable rainfall during July and August, the berries developed thick skins that effectively protected them from rot. The growing cycle ended with excellent grape ripeness, ensuring a healthy and high-quality harvest.

Winemaking and ageing

After hand-harvesting, the berries destined for the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru "Les Chatelots" 2014 undergo traditional fermentation in open vats, followed by full malolactic fermentation (100%). The wine is then carefully aged for 10 to 12 months. This ageing takes place in medium-toasted French oak barrels, 40% of which are new, all meticulously crafted by the estate's own cooperage.

Grape variety

This wine is made exclusively from Pinot Noir (100%).