Saint Aubin Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Grilled sea bass, creamy chicken fricassee, goat cheese tart
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Tucked away in a steep valley just behind the legendary Grand Cru slopes of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, the village of Saint-Aubin has long been Burgundy's best-kept secret. Historically overlooked due to its cooler microclimate, Saint-Aubin has emerged as a darling of sommeliers, offering exceptional terroir-driven whites with remarkable energy. Louis Latour's Saint-Aubin Blanc is a masterful expression of this appellation, crafted from 100% Chardonnay grown on steep, stony limestone soils. The wine is vinified traditionally in oak barrels, undergoing complete malolactic fermentation and aging in French oak casks from Latour's own cooperage. This process imparts a delicate roundness and subtle toasted notes that beautifully balance the wine's natural, chalky minerality and vibrant citrus core, reflecting the historic heritage of Côte de Beaune winemaking.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.