Louis Latour - Corton Clos Du Roi Grand Cru 2018 (750ml)
Price: $185.99
| Producer | Louis Latour |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Corton Clos du Roi |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Sku | 7708 |
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Designated a Grand Cru since 1937, this wine was already well-known in the 15th century when the King of France added Corton wines to his personal cellars. Upon the death of Charles le Téméraire, the final duke of Burgundy, this parcel of vines passed into the hands of the royal winemakers and therefore became Corton "Clos du Roi" (plot (of land) of the king). With a perfect easterly exposure on the hill of Corton, the Latour vines are worked in the traditional way. Harsh pruning permits later harvests and also insures that a good level of ripeness and richness is achieved in the grapes. This wine has fantastic ageing capacity.
Louis Latour Description
Our Corton Clos du Roi reveals a stunning ruby red hue, with a complex nose of currants, walnuts, and cloves. On the palate the wine is round and ample with licorice notes and silky tannins.
Wine Spectator: 93 Points
Blackberry and black cherry flavors hold center court in this fruity, velvety red. It's backed by dense tannins and remains fresh through the lingering finish. Chalky tannins leave a firm, dry sensation. Best from 2024 through 2042.
Wine Advocate: 92 Points
The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru is showing well, offering up aromas of raspberries, spices, rose petals and rich soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, layered and enveloping, it's rich but lively, with velvety tannins and a generous core of fruit.
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