{"product_id":"louis-latour-vire-clesse","title":"Louis Latour Viré-Clessé","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bc062x\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eLouis Latour Viré-Clessé 2021 Mâconnais, Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eLouis Latour Viré-Clessé 2021 is a white Burgundy Chardonnay from the northern part of the Mâconnais, between Tournus and Mâcon. This appellation is relatively young within Burgundy, having been formed in 1999 around the villages of Viré and Clessé. The wine combines the round, ripe style of Mâconnais Chardonnay with fresh tension, almond, citrus, and brioche, while fermentation and aging in stainless steel keep the style clear and pure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eVineyards and Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eViré-Clessé is located in the northern Mâconnais and has its own distinct character within southern Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viré-Clessé is situated between Tournus and Mâcon. The appellation brings together the villages of Viré and Clessé, which bottled their wines as Mâcon-Clessé and Mâcon-Viré before 1999.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viré-Clessé is a young Burgundian appellation entirely focused on white Chardonnay wine. Its style distinguishes itself from more southerly appellations like Pouilly-Fuissé and Saint-Véran through its unique balance of roundness, fruit, and fresh tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow on clay and limestone. Clay gives Chardonnay more roundness and body, while limestone helps to maintain freshness and a refined mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines average 25 years in age, and yields are around 48 hl per hectare. The grapes are harvested mechanically, in line with the clean and accessible style of this cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eThis white Burgundy is made entirely from Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eChardonnay – Viré-Clessé:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay gives this wine its round mouthfeel, fresh almond, citrus, and floral fruit expression. In Viré-Clessé, the grape develops a riper Mâconnais style, but thanks to the chalky soil and stainless steel vinification, the wine remains vibrant and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eThe vinification focuses on freshness, roundness, and a pure expression of Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine undergoes traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and completes full malolactic conversion. This preserves the bright fruit character, while softening the acidity and adding roundness to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 8–10 months in stainless steel tanks. This ensures that the almond, citrus, and brioche notes remain pure, without any influence from wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Viré-Clessé has an aging potential of 3–5 years. This aligns well with the combination of round Chardonnay structure, fresh acidity, and mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003eTasting Notes and Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003eIn the glass, Viré-Clessé 2021 has a brilliant pale yellow color with green reflections. The nose opens with almond and brioche, followed by a round, expansive palate with fresh almond and citrus. The finish has great tension and remains fresh, precise, and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Viré-Clessé at 10–12 °C, allowing the fresh citrus, almond, and round structure to meld beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicious with charcuterie, fish dishes, and goat cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3106\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3108\" data-end=\"3286\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003e91\/100, Vert de Vin (2021):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for its floral and fruity character, with exotic fruit, white peach, citrus, acacia, lime blossom, and a fresh, precise finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003eVery, very attractive, The Buyer (2021):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly rated as an unoaked Mâconnais with delicate florals, silky texture, and a hint of lemon peel in the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14kb3ee\" data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003eMore information about Maison Louis Latour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3511\" data-end=\"3909\"\u003eMaison Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and belongs to Burgundy's historic family houses. The house remains independent and works with a style where origin, precision, and elegance are central. With Viré-Clessé, Louis Latour allows southern Burgundy to express itself in an accessible yet refined form, with Chardonnay, limestone, and stainless steel as the main building blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45225208053839,"sku":"4719","price":22.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourVire-Clesse.webp?v=1778682147","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/louis-latour-vire-clesse","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}