Les Quatre Journaux
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Typically reaches its peak between 10 and 25 years from the vintage, with exceptional years cellaring well beyond three decades.
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Roasted duck breast, slow-cooked venison, wild mushroom and black truffle risotto
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Situated in the prestigious Vosne-Romanée appellation, the Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru 'Les Quatre Journaux' is one of Maison Louis Latour's most legendary red wines. The name 'Quatre Journaux' refers to an ancient Burgundian land measurement; a 'journal' represented the area of vines a single worker could cultivate in one day, making this historic parcel approximately 1.36 hectares. The Latour family acquired this prized plot in stages starting in 1898 from the Marey-Monge family. The terroir here features deep, clay-rich limestone soils that impart an unparalleled aromatic complexity and velvety texture to the Pinot Noir. Vinified traditionally in open wooden vats and aged in 100% new French oak barrels from Latour's own cooperage, this wine is celebrated for its exquisite balance of power and silkiness, offering notes of ripe red berries, underbrush, and delicate spices.
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Founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is a historic family-owned estate and négociant based in Beaune, Burgundy, with a heritage spanning over two centuries. The house is celebrated for owning the largest Grand Cru acreage in the Côte d'Or, particularly on the legendary hill of Corton, where they produce iconic wines like Corton-Charlemagne and Château Corton Grancey. Combining traditional Burgundian winemaking with pioneering sustainable viticulture, Louis Latour has also expanded its expertise to the Ardèche and Var regions to craft exceptional, terroir-driven Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Their signature style emphasizes elegance, structure, and balance, making them one of Burgundy's most respected and enduring names.