Fruit of patiently transmitted know-how, the Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022 by Louis Latour is an invitation to rediscover the purity and precision of Pinot Noir under the banner of the Bourgogne AOC. Behind its confident silhouette, it delivers a clear reading of the variety, marked by restraint and aromatic precision. You will find the frankness of the fruit, the freshness of a masterfully controlled frame and a caressing texture that favours terroir expression over display. This wine is aimed at those seeking the clarity of a digestible red, able to brighten a convivial table as much as an intimate tasting moment. It stands out for its clean style, nuanced bouquet and harmonious mouthfeel, offering a sensory experience both accessible and demanding. In the glass, the grace of Pinot Noir becomes evident, without excess, with that sense of restraint that defines great Burgundy signatures.

Blend and winemaking

Produced from Pinot Noir, this 2022 Bourgogne benefits from traditional open-tank winemaking, respectful of the berries' integrity and aromatic purity. The malolactic fermentation is carried out at 100%, bringing suppleness and creaminess to the texture, while the 10 to 12 months ageing in stainless steel tanks preserves the freshness and precision of the fruit without oak influence. This ageing choice highlights the vintage’s liveliness and the cuvée’s straightness, with an alcohol content of 13% that guarantees balance and structure. Bottled in a 75 cl format, it reflects a pursuit of expressiveness and clarity, faithful to the Louis Latour house aesthetic, whose requirement aims for measured pleasure and exemplary drinkability.

Tasting notes

• Colour : deep, clear ruby with a crystalline brightness that promises a precise reading of the fruit.
• Nose : discreet at first, then opening onto red fruits with a touch of spice, all lifted by an airy freshness.
• Palate : round and fresh attack, controlled balance, savoury impressions of blackcurrant and liquorice, a straight and clean finish that calls for a second glass.

Serving temperature and advice

To reveal its silky frame and aromatic precision, serve this Bourgogne between 14 and 15°C in stemmed glasses with a tulip shape or slightly flared bowl. Decanting is not essential, but opening the bottle a few minutes before serving allows the bouquet to gain breadth. Store it away from light, at a stable temperature, with the bottle lying on its side. This wine has a cellaring potential of 2 to 3 years, during which it will retain its freshness and crunchy fruit. At the table, favour simple, seasonally driven dishes that showcase its uprightness and brightness, so as to savour all its tactile delicacy and aromatic purity.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : golden gougères, delicate charcuterie, light rillettes, to underline the fruit’s crunch without weighing down the palate.
• Starters : pâté en croûte, country terrine, thin mushroom tart, whose savoury quality resonates with its gentle spice notes.
• Main courses : grilled meats, roasted poultry, seared cuts of beef, herb-roasted vegetables, which happily welcome its freshness.
• Cheeses : aged soft or pressed cheeses such as Comté 12 months, Brie de Meaux, Tomme de Savoie, for a creamy and flavourful dialogue.
• Desserts : lightly sweetened red-fruit tart, clafoutis, where the fruity acidity answers the wine’s freshness.

Occasions

This Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022 is the right companion:

• At a shared dinner where a precise, candid red is sought to elevate seasonal cooking.
• For a Sunday lunch around roast poultry and oven-roasted vegetables, when freshness and suppleness are desired.
• As a thoughtful gift for a Pinot Noir lover, for an accessible and refined tasting.

Characteristics

• Name : Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022, Louis Latour
• Appellation : Bourgogne AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Grape variety : Pinot Noir
• Vintage : 2022
• Alcohol content : 13%
• Winemaking : traditional open-tank
• Malolactic fermentation : 100%
• Ageing : 10 to 12 months in stainless steel tanks
• Bottle size : 75 cl
• Cellaring : 2 to 3 years
• Serving temperature : 14 to 15°C
• Recommended pairings : grilled meats, aged cheeses