LOUIS LATOUR CHASSAGNE MONTRACHET 750ML

The Louis Latour Chassagne-Montrachet is a high-quality white Burgundy from the village of Chassagne-Montrachet, one of the most respected Chardonnay-producing areas in the world. This wine sits above entry-level Bourgogne wines in prestige and reflects a more specific terroir within the Côte de Beaune.

Core identity

1. Region: Burgundy, France (Côte de Beaune)
2. Appellation: Chassagne-Montrachet AOC
3. Producer: Maison Louis Latour (est. 1797)
4. Grape: 100% Chardonnay
5. ABV: ~13–13.5%
6. Aging: ~10–12 months in French oak barrels

Chassagne-Montrachet is known for producing some of the world’s most structured and age-worthy white wines, primarily from Chardonnay grown on limestone-rich soils.

Winemaking and structure

1. Fermentation occurs in oak barrels, including malolactic fermentation
2. Aging in oak adds texture and complexity without overwhelming the fruit
3. Vineyard soils of clay and limestone contribute to minerality and freshness

This combination creates a wine that balances:

1. Fruit richness
2. Bright acidity
3. Subtle oak influence

Flavor profile

Aroma (nose):

1. Yellow peach, melon, and apricot
2. Brioche and light butter
3. Floral and mineral undertones

Palate (taste):

1. Medium to full-bodied
2. Ripe orchard fruit (pear, peach, apple)
3. Almond, honey, and light vanilla
4. Noticeable minerality and tension

Finish:

1. Long and structured
2. Fresh acidity balancing creamy texture
3. Lingering notes of butter, citrus, and stone fruit

Style and character

Compared to other Burgundy whites:

1. Richer than Chablis (more fruit and oak)
2. Less heavy than Meursault (more acidity and structure)
3. Known for a balance of power and precision

It is often described as:

1. Elegant but substantial
2. Structured rather than purely creamy
3. Built for both immediate enjoyment and short-to-medium aging

Food pairing

Works particularly well with:

1. Lobster, scallops, and rich seafood
2. Roast chicken or turkey
3. Pork dishes
4. Cream-based sauces and cheeses

Variants (important distinction)

Louis Latour also produces:

1. Village-level Chassagne-Montrachet (what you listed)
2. Premier Cru bottlings (e.g., Morgeot), which are:
3. More concentrated
4. More complex and age-worthy

Overall impression

Louis Latour Chassagne-Montrachet is a classic benchmark Burgundy Chardonnay—combining ripe fruit, refined oak, and mineral structure. It offers more depth and seriousness than entry-level Burgundy while remaining approachable compared to top-tier Premier Cru or Grand Cru wines.