Unusually for the Cote d'Or the system of pruning employed by the growers of Santenay is the Cordon Royat rather than the simple Guyot. The producers argue that the increased richness of the soil in their vineyards needs to be compensated for by not overly burdening the vines by keeping them young and vigorously pruned. They produce admirable, lively wines, with a very abundant and special bouquet reminiscent of strawberry and cherry. Soil: Rich marl and limestone. Vinification: Traditional open vat fermentation with 18 months ageing in oak barrels. (12 x 75 cl)
Region:
France, Burgundy, Santenay
Producer:
Louis Latour
Product ID:
10199
Louis LatourSantenay Blanc AC
Description: With only 5% of the total hectarage under vine being planted with Chardonnay in this appelation, this wine is something of a rarity. However, it is an excellent alternative to some of its more illustrious neighbours of Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet, this completely satisfying Santenay has a pale gold colour. It is medium-bodied with aromas of pears and peaches with light dried fruit characters. Sophisticated, with balanced acidity, this wine boasts a surprising depth of flavour and a persistent length. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £158.45
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Louis LatourSantenay 1er Cru La Comme
Description: Louis LatourSantenay 1er Cru La Comme from France, Burgundy, Santenay by Domaine Louis Latour (12 x 75 cl) Price: £215.49
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Louis LatourSantenay 1er Cru La Comme
Description: Santenay is the Côte d'Or's last important wine growing region, lying adjacent to and south of Chassagne Montrachet. There are around 1,270 acres under vine, of which 99% is Pinot Noir. One third of the land is entitled to Premier Cru status. Typically the Santenay 1er Cru possess strawberry and cherry fruit, with a pronounced mineral like, stony, earthy character along with the scent of almonds, and good body. The wine is also capable of long ageing. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £215.49
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Louis LatourSantenay Blanc AC
Description: With only 5% of the total hectarage under vine being planted with Chardonnay, this wine is something of a rarity. Coming from the famous spa-town of Santenay, which serves as a rest-cure for those committed to long-term Burgundian indulgence, this white wine is fresh and bursting with ripe apple and nut notes. The finish is smooth and pleasurable. Soil: Marl and limestone. Vinification: 100% malolactic fermentation. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £176.85
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Louis Latour CUVEE LATOUR Bourgogne Rouge
Description: Typicity is of great importance for these wines. 100% Pinot Noir wines from the lesser-known yet well-placed vineyards of the southern Cote d'Or are harmoniously united with small lots of superior Santenay or Auxey-Duresses giving an overall result which is startlingly reminiscent of a fine Cote de Beaune wine. This Cuvee Latour Rouge has a beautiful, regal red colour, a full, rich bouquet and ample body, distinctive Pinot Noir fruit, robust tannin and subtle wood overtones together in exemplary balance climaxing in a long finish. Soil: Limestone, clay and granite. Vinification: Traditional methods. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £140.08
