Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

This bottling showed up at my Costco for $26.99. On experience, I thought it must be a pretty good burgundy value. Louis Latour a pretty good grower, producer & Negociant. So, I bought one. I was going to do a Premier Cru Chablis, but thought I’d try this tonight. 2023 also an amazing white burgundy vintage. And of course, to see if I wanted a few more.

This nose shows; sour green apple, golden apple, kiwi, lime, lemon, pineapple, white stone fruit, light orange citrus blend, honeysuckle, some dry herbs, vanilla, cream, caramel, dry twig/tree bark, beautiful chalkiness, limestone & volcanic powder, white & yellow lilies w/ greens.

The palate is round, viscous and waxy. Green apple, golden apple, kiwi, lime, lemon, pineapple, apricots, white stone fruit, light orange citrus blend, honeysuckle-comb, some dry herbs, vanilla, cream, caramel, butterscotch, touch of mint, graham crackers, dry twig/tree bark, beautiful chalkiness, dry limestone & volcanic powder, gentle white spice, white & yellow lilies w/ greens, grand, round, rainfall acidity, well knitted, balance for days with an elegantly, smartly polished finish that lasts nearly two-minutes.

91-92.

I believe the key to enjoying white burgundy is to let it warm to 55-61, not 46-48. Leave warmer climate, well wooded Chardonnay to the well chilled. Or, not well made Chardonnay…it cover up its flaws. Warmer temps bring out the flavor & beauty of good Chardonnay. — 2 days ago

Joe Fischer

9.1

Yellow with aromas of apple, pear, honeysuckle, and dandelions. A nice minerality with nice acidity and long finish. Great with our Lobster Mac and Cheese done on the smoker. — 5 months ago

JKT

9.3

Astonishing find, single bottle from AA way back, powerful, subtle, complex, mouth-coating, yet lifted into long finish. Wow. From ‘30s vines and just missed 1cru due to slanted exposition. Stunner — 7 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Bright lemon color with aromas of citrus, stone fruits and flinty floral notes. On the palate flavors of apple, pear and lemon citrus with notes of vanilla, white flowers and garden spice. Medium+ finish, vivid acidity ending with vanilla and flinty mineral spice. Nice! — 3 years ago

Martin Buchholz

9.0

Very nice with our New Zealand Lamb dinner — 5 years ago

Rachel Wesley

9.4

Chardonnay as it should be made! This gem from a family owned property is home to stunning Chardonnay vineyards! Rich cream on the palate with lime curd, stone fruits the acid has beautiful integration. A long elegant finish — 6 years ago

with Bob

Charlie Abbott

Sommelier Casa Mono

8.9

Wayyyyyy too tightly wound to be enjoyed currently, intensely citric and leesy — 6 days ago

Lawrence Bernstein

9.1

6/26 - beautiful wine. 91 — a month ago

Sean Burke

8.9

Nice burgundy. Pork chops. Maybe not fish. — 4 months ago

Brian S

9.3

Solid bottle, has all I want in a bottle of Chardonnay. — 7 months ago

Deb Hadley

9.1

Very Enjoyable!!! Mellow with apple/pear notes with hints of spice and vanilla. Just a touch of oak…. Paired very well with Salmon and also cheese and crackers. Will buy this again if we find it. — 2 years ago

Pamela Taylor

9.0

Crisp golden apple, silky mouthfeel, very bright finish — 5 years ago

Erik Helms

Sommelier/Wine & Beer Buyer Whole Foods Oakland

9.1

A zippy expression with a variety of apple colors, but all are tart. Subtle oak on the mid to late palate, with a lingering finish of baked apple pie. — 5 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Bright yellow/gold color. Aromas of orchard fruit, fragrant white flowers and raw nuts. Flavors of golden delicious apple, unripe peaches, nectarines, lemon zest and those raw nuts. Long, lingering flinty/mineral driven finish. No sign of oak aging. Medium bodied and quite vibrant. Nicely structured and pretty intense. Great value. Thanks so much for the Latour Red/White Burgundy Tasting, Kase! — a month ago

JKT

9.0

Delicious, well balanced on the richer but still acidic side with long finish. Caught it in a good window of 11 years I think — 2 months ago

Louis Martin

9.1

Smooth, silky, medium body, hint of oak, went well with oysters. — 6 months ago

Chris MacLean

9.1

Crisp and versatile — 7 months ago

with Sarah

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

Rich but balanced style. Golden apple, honeysuckle, brioche. — 3 years ago

Jorge Pazos

9.5

Celler de Can Roca — 5 years ago

Nancy Pan

9.3

Gold, intense Floral, vanilla butter creamy and popcorn, high acidity, full bodied , spicy, honey and nutty and great concentration and long finish — 6 years ago