At a glance

Producer

Domaine Henri Latour & Fils

Region

Hautes Côtes de Beaune, Bourgogne, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-35

Tasting profile

Vivid cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate aromas; fresh red fruit and subtle earth on palate; mild tannins, vibrant acidity.

Evolution: With 2-4 years cellaring, will show more sous-bois, dried herbs, and a silkier texture.

At peak: Balanced red fruits and emerging Burgundian earthiness; supple and elegant with integrated acidity.

Structure

Acidity

Bright, fresh acidity typical of Hautes Côtes de Beaune

Tannins

Moderate, fine-grained

Alcohol

12.5-13.0% ABV

Aging potential

Good for Bourgogne AOC; will round out and gain some complexity over 4-6 years, but not a long-term ager

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2039

Optimal window

2024 to 2042

Current status

Youthful but approachable; can be enjoyed now for freshness or cellared for added complexity.

Current condition

Fresh fruit profile, primary aromas, minimal tertiary development.

As a well-made AOC Bourgogne from a reputable domaine, this wine has solid structure but is intended for enjoyment while its fruit is expressive. Best between its 3rd and 8th year, after which fruit character may diminish.

Food pairing

Classic match for roast chicken, duck, pork loin, mushroom risotto, or charcuterie and mild cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

15-16°C / 59-61°F

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — Light aeration helps open youthful Pinot Noir aromatics and softens initial acidity.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Family-run estate with traditional viticulture; some efforts towards soil preservation, limited chemical use (lutte raisonnée), hand harvesting. No published third-party verification.

Domaine Henri Latour & Fils practices responsible, traditional farming but has not sought formal environmental certifications. Vineyard management includes moderate intervention (lutte raisonnée), supporting biodiversity and minimizing excess inputs but stopping short of certified organic. Packaging is standard glass; estate size limits mass environmental impact. Overall, this is a regionally typical, small-scale Burgundy producer whose practices exceed industrial standards but do not reach the highest levels of verifiable sustainability.