Louis Latour Fleurie AC 37.5cl half bottle

Description

Louis Latour Fleurie AC presented in a 37.5cl half bottle. Fleurie is arguably the most famous of the 10 Beaujolais Crus and is often referred to as the “Queen of Beaujolais” due to its feminine, soft and elegant style (the fuller-bodied Moulin à Vent would be the King). Fleurie, like all red Beaujolais, is made from 100% Gamay grapes.

The Latour family have long been established in Burgundy’s wine trade. They began as vine growers in the village of Aloxe-Corton as early as 1768 and went on to establish what would become today’s business, Maison Louis Latour in 1797. They are now one of the region’s most famous names creating wines from their own 50 hectare domaine in the Côte d’Or and from grapes and wines purchased through the negociant arm of the business. The company remains in family ownership and Eléonore Latour, the 12th generation member of the Latour family, is the first female member of the family to join the business. Eléonore is the vice president and is ably supported by head winemaker Jean Charles Thomas and domaine director Christophe Deola. Although they are most famous for their Burgundy wines, Maison Louis Latour has vineyards in many other areas of France including Beaujolais, Ardeche – Coteaux de L’Ardeche and Var – Coteaux de Verdon.

The 100% Gamay grapes for the Louis Latour Fleurie AC come from selected vineyards in the Fleurie wine-growing region. The vineyards have an average age of 30 years old and are planted in pink granite and schistous soils. The grapes are harvested by hand and then the fruit is fermented in whole bunches of grapes in open vats. The wine is then aged for 10 to 12 months ageing in stainless steel vats.

Why buy half bottles of Louis Latour Fleurie?

Buting winein half bottles offers several benefits, including freshness, variety, and convenience. They are great for enjoying a glass or two when you don’t want to open a full bottle. They also offer the opportunity to try different wines without committing to a full bottle. The smaller size also means that they are an excellent choice for events, trips or picnics.