Genievres
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled white fish, roasted chicken, fresh goat cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the rolling hills of the Mâconnais in southern Burgundy, Louis Latour's Mâcon-Lugny 'Les Genièvres' is a benchmark representation of accessible yet beautifully crafted Chardonnay. The vineyard of 'Les Genièvres' owes its name to the wild juniper bushes (genévriers) that once dominated these sun-drenched slopes before they were cleared for viticulture. The clay-limestone soils of Lugny are legendary for imparting a distinct mineral core and vibrant acidity to the grapes. Fermented traditionally in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the purity of the fruit, this wine captures the essence of the region with its expressive aromas of white flowers, crisp green apple, and subtle honeyed undertones, reflecting Louis Latour's centuries-old commitment to showcasing the diverse terroirs of Burgundy.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1797 and rooted in Aloxe-Corton since the 17th century, Maison Louis Latour is one of Burgundy's most historic family-owned wine merchants and domaine producers, managed across more than eleven generations. Headquartered in Beaune, the house holds the largest collection of Grand Cru vineyard acreage in the Côte d'Or, notably including legendary holdings on the hill of Corton such as Corton-Charlemagne and Château Corton Grancey. Renowned for operating its own traditional cooperage and pioneering ventures into regions like the Ardèche and Provence, the maison upholds a classic, terroir-focused winemaking philosophy. Its portfolio is globally celebrated for producing impeccably balanced, age-worthy expressions of Pinot Noir and refined, mineral-driven Chardonnay.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13%