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Bottle LA98-2022-12-075
Label LA98-2022-12-075

Louis Latour - Santenay Blanc - 2022

Producer
Country
France
Region
Burgundy
Appellation
Santenay
White Wine
Verified Stock
LA98-22
Product Ratings
Wine Spectator 90pt

There's some breadth to this white, with flavors of peach, apple tart, butter, vanilla and clove. Bright and balanced, picking up a salty note on the finish.

by Wine Spectator, 2024

Description

This wine comes from the village of Santenay, which is the southernmost village in the Cote de Beaune and famous for its spa. The Santenay Blanc represents only 5% of the appellation of Santenay and is considered quite rare.

Terroir

Marl and limestone

Harvest

Hand-picked

Vinification

Fermentation: Traditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted

Ageing

8 to 10 months aging in oak barrels

Technical Data

Average vine age: 30 years
Average yield: 45 hl/ha

Tasting Notes

Our Santenay Blanc 2022 has a bright and pale yellow color. Its nose is floral, with hints of vanilla and acacia. Round and ample on the palate, it recalls notes of acacia, while also revealing aromas of honey. A wine of great freshness and length.

Food Pairing

Food pairing: Shellfish - fish - goat cheese
Serving temperature: 52-55°F