{"product_id":"latour-giraud-pommard-cuvee-carmen","title":"Latour-Giraud Pommard Cuvée Carmen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Note Latour-Giraud Pommard Cuvée Carmen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby red in colour with aromas of black cherries, blackberries, blueberries and red berries, complemented by subtle notes of violets, undergrowth, spices and a light earthy undertone. The taste is powerful yet refined, with ripe tannins, fresh acidity and a long, mineral finish in which the fruit remains beautifully intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung vintages are even better after about one hour of decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlready beautiful, but under good conditions, this wine will continue to develop in the bottle for another 8 to 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatour-Giraud Pommard Cuvée Carmen\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs excellently with grilled côte de boeuf, entrecote, rack of lamb and game dishes such as venison or pheasant. Its elegant character also comes into its own with duck breast, mushrooms, truffle dishes and aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/domaine-latour-giraud\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eDomaine Latour-Giraud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is primarily known for its exceptional Meursaults, but also produces some brilliant red Burgundies. The Cuvée Carmen is an assemblage of two special plots in Pommard and is named after Carmen, Jean-Pierre Latour's grandmother. The wine reflects the classic character of Pommard: powerful, structured, and at the same time surprisingly refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrapes have been grown at Domaine Latour-Giraud since 1680, and since 1848, this has been in Meursault. Around 1980, the decision was made to bottle themselves and no longer supply to merchants. It is still the trend for grape growers in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bourgogne\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to start making their own wine. This is why merchants are increasingly buying their own vineyards to maintain their position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and strictly selected. After fermentation, the wine matures in French oak barrels, with a portion of new wood being used. This gives the wine extra depth without the wood overpowering the fruit. The aging ensures a beautiful balance between fruit, structure, and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\/Distinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 91 points – Jasper Morris (2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 88–90 points – Jasper Morris (2022)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 Very positively reviewed by Burgundy Report (Bill Nanson) for its beautiful balance between depth and elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePommard is one of the few villages in the Côte de Beaune without Grand Cru vineyards. Nevertheless, the best Pommards have been among the most valued red Burgundies for centuries. Their combination of power, structure, and aging potential makes them beloved by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Latour-Giraud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944370901317,"sku":"P11715","price":79.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/87f05ca1feaa81daadc012bde9e6a5f919c5f7ba.jpg?v=1787299954","url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/products\/latour-giraud-pommard-cuvee-carmen","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}