{"product_id":"louis-latour-montagny-1er-cru-la-grande-roche-2023","title":"Louis Latour Montagny 1er Cru La Grande Roche 2023","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ilj4km\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eLouis Latour Montagny 1er Cru La Grande Roche 2023 Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eLouis Latour Montagny 1er Cru La Grande Roche 2023 is a white Burgundy made from Chardonnay from Montagny, in the south of the Côte Chalonnaise. The vineyard is located high on the slopes and catches a lot of sun, allowing the grapes to develop extra flavour concentration. At the same time, the style remains clear and fresh, as Louis Latour opts for fermentation and maturation in stainless steel. This results in a full, generous Montagny Premier Cru with white peach, fresh hazelnut, honeysuckle, and a persistent mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eMontagny is located approximately 30 km south of Beaune, in the rolling hills of the southern part of the Côte Chalonnaise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Grande Roche is situated high on the slopes of Montagny. This high altitude and good sun exposure help the Chardonnay grapes achieve ripeness, concentration, and a full fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e What does Premier Cru mean? In Burgundy, Premier Cru refers to vineyards with a recognised higher quality within the appellation. Montagny Premier Cru is exclusively dedicated to white wine made from Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soil consists of limestone, chalk, and clay. This combination gives Chardonnay both freshness and tension, as well as sufficient roundness in its structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 35 years old, and the yield is around 40 hl per hectare. The grapes are harvested by hand, which helps to carefully select the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eThis Montagny Premier Cru is made entirely from Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eChardonnay – Montagny Premier Cru:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay forms the complete base here, giving the wine its white peach, floral aromas, almond notes, and full mouthfeel. In Montagny, the grape retains a lot of freshness, while the high altitude and chalky soil provide a refined, mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eVinification and ageing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eThe vinification focuses on purity, freshness, and a clear expression of Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine undergoes traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and full malolactic conversion. Stainless steel keeps the fruit taut and pure, while malolactic conversion softens the acidity and gives the wine more roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 8–10 months in stainless steel tanks. This ensures that the floral notes, fresh fruit, and mineral finish remain clear, without any influence from wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eAgeing potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Montagny Premier Cru has an ageing potential of 3 years. This suits its fresh, fruit-driven style, with enough structure to develop further for a short period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eTasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eIn the glass, this Montagny Premier Cru has a brilliant pale yellow colour. The nose opens with fresh hazelnut and honeysuckle, followed by a full, generous taste with almond paste and white peach. The finish is fresh, mineral, and persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Montagny Premier Cru at 12–14 °C, so that the full structure, white peach, and fresh mineral finish come together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with asparagus, rabbit galantine, trout with almonds, shellfish, and sheep cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3488\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003e94\/100, James Suckling (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for its mineral aromas of flint, grapefruit, lemon, wet river stone, and white flowers, with vibrant acidity, texture, and a slight phenolic grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3490\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3520\"\u003e89\/100, Decanter (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlights ripe peach, mirabelle plum, and melon, with a rich texture and a pure fruit style due to stainless steel fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3806\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3693\"\u003eGood energy, Burghound.com (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciates the nutty aroma, citrus, apple, spicy pear, and the fresh, slightly stony finish with good length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3913\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003e4.0 stars, Vivino:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong user score for this white Burgundy from Montagny Premier Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14kb3ee\" data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"3958\"\u003eMore information about Maison Louis Latour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3960\" data-end=\"4426\"\u003eMaison Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and is one of Burgundy's historic family houses. The house operates in the Côte d’Or, Côte Chalonnaise, Ardèche, and Provence, but remains strongly connected to classic Burgundian grapes like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. For this Montagny Premier Cru, Louis Latour consciously chooses stainless steel, so that the chalky origin, the fresh fruit expression, and the mineral tension of La Grande Roche clearly emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45177502531663,"sku":"4021","price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourMontagny1erCruLaGrandeRoche2023.webp?v=1778240134","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/louis-latour-montagny-1er-cru-la-grande-roche-2023","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}