{"product_id":"louis-latour-chateau-corton-grancey-grand-cru-2020","title":"Louis Latour Château Corton Grancey Grand Cru 2020","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nyf1jx\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eLouis Latour Château Corton Grancey Grand Cru 2020 Côte de Beaune, Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eLouis Latour Château Corton Grancey Grand Cru 2020 is Maison Louis Latour's flagship red Burgundy, made from Pinot Noir from 5 Grand Cru plots on the Corton hill. The name Grancey refers to the last owners of the château on the road to Corton, before the Latour family bought the estate in 1891. This wine is only made when the grapes are perfectly ripe, and after separate aging, only the best barrels are blended. As a result, Château Corton Grancey represents the most selective and prestigious red Corton style from Louis Latour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eChâteau Corton Grancey comes from Corton Grand Cru, in Aloxe-Corton in the north of the Côte de Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine is a blend of 5 plots from Domaine Latour Corton Grand Cru: Bressandes, Perrières, Grèves, Clos du Roi, and Chaumes. The proportion of these plots varies by vintage, ensuring that only the strongest balance makes it into the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow on marl and limestone. These soils give Pinot Noir structure, depth, and a mineral undertone, fitting the power of Corton Grand Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 40 years old, and the yield is around 35 hl per hectare. The grapes are harvested by hand, allowing for careful selection of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corton Grand Cru is one of the great red Grand Cru appellations of the Côte de Beaune. The wines are known for power, aging potential, and a firm yet refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eThis Grand Cru is made entirely from Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003ePinot Noir – Corton Grand Cru:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir gives Château Corton Grancey its deep ruby red color, black cherry, blueberry, spice, and refined tannins. On the Corton hill, the grape gains more power, depth, and aging potential than in many lighter village appellations of Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eThe vinification follows a classic Burgundian approach, with separate aging per plot and a strict final selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine is traditionally fermented in open vats. This method helps extract color, aroma, and structure from the Pinot Noir skins while preserving the grape's finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eAging \/ Oak Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 10–12 months in oak barrels, 35% of which are new wood. Louis Latour uses French oak barrels from its own cooperage with medium toast, which gives the wine extra depth, spice, and roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eSelection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5 Grand Cru components are first aged separately. Then, only the best barrels are blended for Château Corton Grancey, giving the wine its complexity and exclusive position within Louis Latour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Grand Cru has an aging potential of 10–15 years. Its structure, tannins, and concentration provide the wine with enough foundation to develop slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003eTasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3359\"\u003eIn the glass, Château Corton Grancey 2020 has a deep ruby red color with a slight garnet hue. The aroma is complex, with black cherry, blueberry, and mocha. The palate is round and layered, with soft tannins, subtle pepperiness, and a long, powerful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Corton Grand Cru at 16–17 °C, allowing the black cherry, mocha, spice, and soft tannins to fully express themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3633\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3537\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with wild boar, roasted beef, roasted quail, duck à l’orange, and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3815\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3687\"\u003e98\/100, James Suckling (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for its combination of wild and refined Grand Cru power, with spicy depth, fine tannins, and an energetic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3817\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3855\"\u003e90–92\/100, Burghound.com (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciates the earthy, slightly sauvage aromas, dark cherry, floral nuance, good energy, and firm length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3964\" data-end=\"4104\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3966\" data-end=\"3995\"\u003e94\/100, Tim Atkin (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlights blackcurrant, plum, underbrush, mineral power, beautifully textured tannins, and a soft fruit core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4106\" data-end=\"4235\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4108\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003e18\/20, Perswijn (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact and powerful, with ripe cherries, blackberries, leather, forest floor, bacon-like depth, and great length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4392\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4274\"\u003e93\/100, Wine Enthusiast (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praises the combination of umami, mushroom, black cherry, stony tension, juicy tannins, and vibrant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4557\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4396\" data-end=\"4433\"\u003e92\/100, The Wine Advocate (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Describes a full-bodied, layered style with raspberry, cherry, sweet spices, peony, dark chocolate, and powdery tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4559\" data-end=\"4712\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4603\"\u003e94\/100, Wine Spectator Insider (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Emphasizes the velvety texture, black cherry, blackberry, plum, earth, spices, and strong aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4714\" data-end=\"4830\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4740\"\u003e4.3 stars, Vivino:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very strong user score for this prestigious Corton Grand Cru from Louis Latour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d6pjzy\" data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4878\"\u003eMore information about Château Corton Grancey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4880\" data-end=\"5358\"\u003eChâteau Corton Grancey holds a special place within Maison Louis Latour. The wine is not from a single plot, but a selection from 5 Grand Cru plots on the Corton hill. This approach makes this cuvée unique within the house: each part is aged separately, and only after aging is it determined which barrels are good enough for the final blend. If a vintage does not meet the desired standard, Château Corton Grancey is not released as a separate cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45177347637327,"sku":"3472","price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourChateauCortonGrancey2020.webp?v=1778234797","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/louis-latour-chateau-corton-grancey-grand-cru-2020","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}