Monthélie 1er Cru"Clos des Toisières"
- RegionCôte de Beaune
- VillageMonthélie
- AppellationMonthelie Premier Cru
- Grape varietyPinot Noir
The Vine
- Average vine age 30 years
- SoilBathonian limestone and clay.
- Average yield40 hl/ha
- HarvestHand picked
Wine tips
- Cellaring Potential5-6 years
- Serving temperature 15-17°
Description
- "Clos des Toisières" used to be a small quarry. 'Toisières' is derived from the word 'toit' (roof), and refers to the huge flat stones coming from this quarry sometimes used as roofs. Maison Louis Latour has the monopoly on this climat situated on the higher south-east facing slopes in the pretty little village of Monthélie, hidden away between the vineyards of Meursault and Volnay. Despite its imposing neighbours, Monthélie produces highly aromatic, robust red wines such as this "Clos des Toisières".
Vinification & Ageing
- FermentationTraditional in open vats, 100% malolactic fermentation.
- Ageing10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels.
- BarrelsLouis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted.
Wine tasting
- Tasting NoteThe Monthélie 1er Cru "Clos des Toisières" has a ruby red colour and has a nose of cherries and fresh almonds. In the mouth it is balanced and fresh with lovely firm tannins on the finish.
- Food PairingGrilled meat - "coq au vin" - flash-fried steak - mature cheeses.
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