LOUIS LATOUR BOURGOGNE ALIGOTE 2011 - France - White Wine

Country : France
Region : Bourgogne
Type : White
Year : 2011
Volume : 75 cl

TASTING NOTE : A pale yellow colour, the Burgundy Aligoté 2011 reveals a very aromatic nose of fresh almonds and quince. This balanced and straight wine has a lovely mineral taste on the finish. Tasted in September 2012. Cellaring Potential 2-5 years Food Pairing Aperitif - shellfish - charcuterie.

ABOUT THE WINERY : The Aligoté is the traditional white grape of Burgundy. It gained historical note in the 1940s when the then Mayor of Dijon, Canon Felix Kir, expressed such a liking for Aligoté mixed with a measure of crème de cassis that it was named after him.