# Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir (2023)

- **Producer:** Maison Louis Latour
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Provence, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €19
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, raspberry, red cherry, undergrowth, earth

## About this wine

Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir by Maison Louis Latour is a distinctive red wine from the IGP Var Coteaux du Verdon in Provence, France. Produced from 100% Pinot Noir, it originates from a high-altitude vineyard (500m) on the site of an ancient monastery. This unique terroir, with its cool nights, allows Maison Louis Latour, a renowned Burgundy producer, to successfully cultivate the delicate Pinot Noir grape in a region typically known for rosé wines. The 2023 vintage benefited from warm conditions, managed to ensure grape maturity. The wine offers an elegant profile with remarkable finesse, representing a unique venture for the producer.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyard is located on the site of an ancient monastery.
- Altitude of 500 meters is comparable to Burgundy Grand Crus.
- Pinot Noir thrives in Provence thanks to cool nights.
- Louis Latour, a Burgundy icon, produces this Southern French Pinot Noir.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and well-balanced tannins complement proteins like lamb and duck, while its fruit notes harmonize with sauces. Its freshness can cut through richer dishes, and subtle earthy undertones pair well with mushrooms and charcuterie.

## Wine making process

Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir is produced using techniques focused on preserving the grape's natural elegance and freshness. Fermentation occurs at controlled temperatures to capture delicate aromas and achieve balanced extraction. Aging is typically done in stainless steel or with minimal oak to highlight the fruit and terroir. Harvest decisions are critical, aiming for optimal maturity in the warm Provençal climate. The producer's approach emphasizes low yields and careful vineyard management to ensure concentration and finesse, reflecting Maison Louis Latour's Burgundian winemaking philosophy applied to this unique Southern French terroir.