# Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir (2024)

- **Producer:** Maison Louis Latour
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Provence, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, raspberry, strawberry, plum, violet

## About this wine

Domaine de Valmoissine is located on the site of the ancient monastery of Valmoissine, 500 meters above sea level in the Var region of Provence. Established by the historic Burgundian house Maison Louis Latour, this estate was chosen specifically for its unique microclimate. The high altitude offers warm, sunny days paired with cool nights, mimicking the diurnal temperature shifts of Burgundy. This allows Pinot Noir to ripen fully while retaining its essential acidity and delicate aromatic profile, proving that high-quality Pinot Noir can thrive in the south of France.

## Interesting facts

- Located at 500 meters altitude on the site of an ancient monastery, benefiting from cool nights in sunny Provence.
- Created by Burgundy giant Louis Latour to prove premium Pinot Noir could thrive in Southern France.
- The wine is aged entirely in stainless steel to preserve the pure, bright red fruit characteristics of the grape.

## Food pairing

This elegant, high-acid, low-tannin Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with lean meats, earthy flavors, and rich fish. The bright acidity cuts through the fat of duck and pork, while the wine's red fruit notes complement earthy mushrooms and savory herbs without overpowering them.

## Wine making process

The grapes are harvested by hand and fully destemmed before fermentation. Fermentation takes place in open stainless steel vats to ensure optimal extraction of color and delicate tannins while preserving the fresh fruit character. The wine is then aged for 10 to 12 months in stainless steel tanks. No oak aging is used, ensuring that the pure, vibrant fruit profile of the Pinot Noir grape and the unique terroir of the Var are fully expressed without wood influence.