Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Ch De La Tour
Label Name:
 
Cl. Vougeot Gc V.v Hommage Jean Morin
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Clos de Vougeot, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
3000ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Selection of the first bunch on centenarian vines; organic/biodynamic viticulture, appreciable whole-cluster fermentation, aged long in oak (special Chassin barrels for cuvée), very limited production.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Concentrated black and red cherry, plum and blueberry with violet and rose-petal lift, crushed stone/mineral, spice and subtle smoky-earth notes. Layered, textural palate with powdery, firm tannins and a long, perfumed finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Roast beef, lamb, game or mushroom risotto; beef bourguignon, aged Comté or hard cheeses. Asian pairings: Peking duck, char siu (barbecued pork), braised beef with soy/miso, mushroom and oyster sauce stir-fries.
Vineyard Info:
 
Château de la Tour (Labet family) is the largest single owner in Clos de Vougeot; run by François Labet and son Edouard. Estate farms old vines (one block planted 1910) under organic/biodynamic regimes.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Highly acclaimed: Wine Advocate (Neal Martin) ~96, Decanter 96, Jasper Morris 96–98, Burghound ~97; very