{"product_id":"louis-latour-meursault-1er-cru-chateau-de-blagny-2020","title":"Louis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Château de Blagny 2020","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10c8hz9\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eLouis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Château de Blagny 2020 Côte de Beaune, Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eLouis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Château de Blagny 2020 is a prestigious white Burgundy made from Chardonnay from a high-altitude Premier Cru vineyard above Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet. This cuvée is a monopole of Maison Louis Latour, giving the house full control over the entire vineyard. The wine combines the rich, round style of Meursault with the fresh tension of Blagny, supported by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels from Louis Latour's own cooperage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eVineyards and Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eChâteau de Blagny is situated high on the slopes above Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vineyards are located south of Volnay and Pommard, in Meursault, the largest southern white wine commune of the Côte d’Or. Due to its high altitude above Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, the wine gains extra freshness and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eMonopole:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a monopole? A monopole is a vineyard entirely owned or managed by one domain, allowing Louis Latour to create a very unique expression of Meursault Premier Cru here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow on stony marl and Jurassic limestone. These soils give Chardonnay structure, minerality, and a fresh, straight backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eVineyard \u0026 Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 30 years old, and the yield is around 40 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=\"1557\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eThis white Premier Cru from Meursault is made entirely from Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eChardonnay – Meursault Premier Cru:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay forms the complete basis of this wine, giving it its rich texture, floral aromas, almond notes, and mineral length. In Meursault, Chardonnay often gains more roundness and depth, while Blagny adds freshness, tension, and a more chalky precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eThe vinification follows the classic Burgundian approach for great white wines from Maison Louis Latour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine is traditionally fermented in oak barrels and undergoes full malolactic fermentation. This conversion softens the acidity and gives the wine more roundness, without losing the fresh tension of Blagny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eAging \/ Oak Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 8–10 months in oak barrels, 35% of which are new wood. Louis Latour uses French oak barrels from its own cooperage with medium toast, which provides subtle brioche, toasted almond, and extra texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Meursault Premier Cru has an aging potential of 6–8 years. The combination of fresh acidity, oak aging, and mineral structure gives the wine a sufficient foundation for further development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003eTasting Notes and Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003eIn the glass, Château de Blagny 2020 has a pale yellow color, with aromas of acacia blossom, brioche, and toasted almond. The taste is rich and round, yet remains firm due to the fresh tension and mineral undertones. The finish is long, refined, and lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3139\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Meursault Premier Cru at 12–14 °C, so that the creamy texture, floral aromas, and mineral freshness come together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3418\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3293\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with lobster, salmon with sorrel sauce, sautéed chanterelles, creamy fish dishes, poultry with cream sauce, and refined cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003eAccolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3474\"\u003e88–91\/100, Burghound.com (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlights the fresh energy, rich round flavor, and bitter lemon-like finish with aging potential from 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3637\"\u003e92–93\/100, The World of Fine Wine (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for lime, white flowers, ripeness, purity, and an energetic, savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3878\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"3763\"\u003e16\/20, Jancis Robinson (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Describes a rich and intense Blagny with floral notes, freshness, and attractive quality within its level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"4041\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3917\"\u003e93\/100, Wine Enthusiast (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciates the precision of lemon zest, orange oil, acacia, brioche, crushed stone, and the long vanilla-tinged finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4229\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4045\" data-end=\"4082\"\u003e90\/100, The Wine Advocate (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mentions aromas of Anjou pear, white flowers, green apple, and freshly baked bread, with a rich, textural style from this high-altitude vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4231\" data-end=\"4402\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4267\"\u003e93\/100, James Suckling (2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised as a typical Meursault with generosity, textural complexity, vibrancy, and abundant flinty minerality in the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4404\" data-end=\"4507\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e4.3 stars, Vivino:\u003c\/strong\u003e With over 1100+ user reviews, this Meursault Premier Cru demonstrates that it is also highly valued by wine enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14kb3ee\" data-start=\"4509\" data-end=\"4552\"\u003eMore information about Maison Louis Latour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4554\" data-end=\"5031\"\u003eMaison Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and is one of Burgundy's historic family-owned houses. Château de Blagny holds a special position within the house, as this Premier Cru is fully managed as a monopole by Louis Latour and is only made in white. The in-house cooperage plays an important role here, as the French oak barrels are tailored to the wine's style: rich and textural, but always with Burgundian freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45177577766991,"sku":"4711","price":84.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourMeursault1erCruChateaudeBlagny2020.webp?v=1778244146","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/louis-latour-meursault-1er-cru-chateau-de-blagny-2020","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}