# Meursault 1er Cru "Château de Blagny"

- **Producer:** Maison Louis Latour
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €122
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 12–14 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** ripe fruit, peach, apricot, lemon, grapefruit, butter, vanilla, toasted bread, toasted nuts, flinty, saline, wet stones, almond, hazelnut, honey

## About this wine

The Meursault Premier Cru "Château de Blagny" by Maison Louis Latour is a distinguished white wine from Burgundy, France. It is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in the exclusive Château de Blagny vineyard, a monopole owned entirely by Louis Latour. This vineyard is uniquely situated high on the hillside that overlooks the renowned villages of Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, within the Blagny hamlet. Founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is one of Burgundy's oldest and most respected family estates, now led by the eleventh generation. Their ownership of a dedicated cooperage underscores their commitment to quality and tradition. The high-altitude terroir of Château de Blagny contributes a distinctive minerality and tension to the wine, setting it apart within the Meursault appellation.

## Interesting facts

- Louis Latour exclusively owns the entire Château de Blagny vineyard (a monopole).
- The vineyards are situated high on the hillside, offering panoramic views.
- The estate has its own cooperage for barrel production.
- It's located on the border of two famous Burgundy villages: Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-full body and balanced acidity complement rich seafood and poultry. Its subtle oak influence and minerality pair well with creamy sauces and earthy mushrooms, while its freshness cuts through the richness of butter and cream.

## Wine making process

The Meursault Premier Cru "Château de Blagny" is crafted from 100% Chardonnay. The grapes are hand-harvested and then undergo traditional fermentation in oak barrels. A complete malolactic fermentation is carried out, contributing to the wine's texture and complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 8 to 10 months in French oak barrels, with about 35% being new. These barrels are sourced from Louis Latour's own cooperage and are medium-toasted. This process aims to integrate oak nuances while allowing the wine's inherent fruit and mineral characteristics to shine through.