Domaine Latour Giraud Meursault Charmes Premier Cru Burgundy 2023 750ml

Domaine Latour-Giraud is an estate in Meursault with vignerons history tracing back to 1680. Known as a benchmark producer of white Burgundy, the estate blends centuries-old tradition with modern precision. Today, the 11-hectare domain is run by winemaker Jean-Pierre Latour, who joined his father in 1983 and fully assumed management in 1993, alongside his sister Florence, who handles administration

It owns 0.50 hectares split evenly between Charmes Dessus (upper slope) and Charmes Dessous (lower slope), with vines in the upper portion over 35 years old. Indigenous-yeast fermentation, barrel fermentation, traditional bâtonnage to give the wine mid-palate fatness and texture, then aged in aged in French oak (Max 25% new) for 11 to 12 months.

Tasting Note

The elegant smoky aromas are accompanied by the ripe passion fruit, white peach, spice, and acacia blossom, backed by succulent yet energetic flavors and an impeccably well-balanced, persistent finish.

Rating

Burghound: 91 - 94 Points