{"product_id":"macon-lugny-les-genievres-louis-latour-75cl","title":"Macon-Lugny Les Genievres 2024 Louis Latour 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMâcon-Lugny \"Les Genièvres\" from Maison Louis Latour is an elegant expression of Chardonnay from one of the Mâconnais region's most prestigious villages. The village of Lugny is located high up in the south of the Mâcon region and has a great reputation for its white wines, which has made Mâcon famous. The vineyard of \"Les Genièvres\" is one of the best in Lugny, benefiting from limestone soils and a warm climate that produces the most coveted white wines of the region. Maison Louis Latour selects the best grapes from this village, which thanks to its terroir, was the only village planted with Chardonnay 30 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is classic Mâconnais Chardonnay from one of Burgundy's most respected producers. Louis Latour has been selecting the finest grapes from Lugny's \"Les Genièvres\" vineyard, one of the village's best sites. The limestone soils and warm climate create ideal conditions for Chardonnay, producing wines with elegance, minerality, and expressive fruit character. The traditional vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats with complete malolactic fermentation, followed by 8-10 months of ageing, creates a wine that's round and generous while maintaining freshness. This is Burgundian Chardonnay with purity, elegance, and excellent value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRegion \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Maison Louis Latour in Mâcon-Lugny, Mâconnais, Burgundy. Grapes are sourced from the \"Les Genièvres\" vineyard in Lugny, planted on clay and limestone soils. Average vine age is 30 years. Mechanically harvested at yields of 50 hl\/ha. Traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aged for 8-10 months in stainless steel vats to preserve freshness and fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant pale gold colour. The floral, expressive nose opens with aromas of acacia and honeysuckle, enhanced by delicate notes of vanilla. Round and generous on the palate, revealing aromas of yellow fruit. Elegant finish with good length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with grilled fish, seafood, and Comté cheese. Also excellent with poultry, creamy pasta dishes, and light salads. Best served at 10-12°C. Cellaring potential: 2-3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Macon Lugny","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53028031824215,"sku":"101497","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Macon-Lugny_Les_Genievres_2024_Louis_Latour_75cl.jpg?v=1773757270","url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/products\/macon-lugny-les-genievres-louis-latour-75cl","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}