{"product_id":"louis-latour-julienas","title":"Louis Latour Juliénas","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"psniyb\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eLouis Latour Juliénas 2023 Beaujolais, France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data=\"480\"\u003eLouis Latour Juliénas 2023 is a red Beaujolais cru made from 100% Gamay, sourced from steep slopes with an ideal southern exposure. Juliénas is known as a powerful cru within Beaujolais and, in strong years, can approach appellations like Moulin-à-Vent and Morgon in terms of depth and structure. In this 2023 vintage, red fruit, spice, raspberry, and mint come together in a fresh, juicy style with silky tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eVineyards and Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eJuliénas belongs to the Crus du Beaujolais, the highest origin category within Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eLocation and Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes come from steep slopes in Juliénas, where the southern exposure helps the Gamay ripen well. This gives the wine more concentration than one would expect from a lighter Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is Juliénas? Juliénas is one of the Beaujolais crus and is known for red Gamay wines with more power, spice, and aging potential than most simple Beaujolais wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow on pink schist-like granite. This soil suits Gamay well and gives the wine its combination of fresh red fruit, fine spice, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eVineyard and Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 30 years old, and the yield is around 45 hl per hectare. The grapes are harvested by hand, allowing for careful selection of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eThis red Beaujolais is made entirely from Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e100% Gamay – Juliénas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gamay gives this wine its juicy red fruit, fresh acidity, and supple tannins. In Juliénas, the grape gains extra depth and spiciness due to the warm location, steep slopes, and granite-rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eThe vinification is traditional and focuses on fruit, freshness, and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ferments traditionally in open vats and undergoes full malolactic fermentation. This makes the acids rounder and gives the wine a suppler structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 10–12 months in stainless steel tanks. This keeps the focus on pure red fruit, fresh tension, and the spicy side of Juliénas, without oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louis Latour Juliénas 2023 can be aged for 3–5 years. With some bottle aging, the fruit, spiciness, and tannins will become softer and more integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003eTasting Notes and Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eLouis Latour Juliénas 2023 has a garnet red color and an intense aroma of red fruit with a hint of spice. The taste is fresh and juicy, with notes of raspberry and mint. The finish is long, with silky tannins and an elegant spicy tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Juliénas at 13–15 °C, so that the red fruit, fresh acidity, and soft tannins come together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicious with grilled meats, charcuterie, poultry, light meat dishes, and cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14kb3ee\" data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003eMore Information about Maison Louis Latour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003eMaison Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and is one of Burgundy's historic family-owned houses. The house remains independent and in the hands of the founding family. With Juliénas, Louis Latour demonstrates how Gamay from Beaujolais can be both juicy and fruity, as well as serious and spicy, especially when the grapes come from steep, sunny slopes within a cru appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45263990784079,"sku":"3512","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourJulienas.webp?v=1779199751","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/louis-latour-julienas","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}