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The history of Château de la Tour, Clos de Vougeot
Château de la Tour, a certified organic vineyard since 1992, is a family estate steeped in history. It was built in 1890 by the ancestors of the Labet and Déchelette families, who have been established in the Burgundy vineyards since the 15th century.
Situated in the heart of the prestigious Côte de Nuits, Château de la Tour is the only château to be located within the Clos de Vougeot. Still owned by the same family, it handles the entire wine production process, from harvest to bottling.
In the 1930s, the estate began bottling its wines for the first time. However, in the decades that followed, the quality of the wines declined, until François Labet took over the reins of the family estate in 1986. Since then, under his enlightened leadership, Château de la Tour has regained its former splendor, positioning itself as one of the jewels of Burgundy viticulture, with a reputation for excellence that endures to this day.
Francois Labet, Château de la tour
François Labet, the current owner, is a French winemaker who runs Château de la Tour. He comes from a family with a long winemaking tradition, and is a descendant of the Labet and Déchelette families, who have been present in the Burgundy vineyards since the 15th century. François Labet is best known for having taken over the management of Château de la Tour (and now his son Edouard is gradually taking over). Under his leadership, the estate has undergone a period of renewal and rebirth, regaining its place among Burgundy's producers of quality wines.
The Labet & Dechelette families
Château de la Tour was built in 1890 by the ancestors of the Labet and Dechelette families. The Labet and Dechelette families are well-established winegrowing families in the Burgundy wine region of France. The Labet family is best known for its Burgundy winery, Domaine Labet, which is associated with Château de la Tour, a prestigious wine estate located in Vougeot, Burgundy, France.
The terroir of Château de la Tour, Clos de Vougeot
The Clos de Vougeot terroir is located in the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits region. Its soils are generally composed of a combination of clay, limestone and marl. These soils are rich in minerals and offer excellent drainage, enabling the vine roots to dig deep into the soil to obtain essential nutrients.
#WINES OF THE DOMAIN: Appellations and Cuvées
The Clos de Vougeot appellation in Burgundy
The Clos de Vougeot appellation is one of the most prestigious and emblematic in Burgundy, located in the heart of the famous Côte-d'Or wine region. It is a Grand Cru, the largest in Burgundy, covering some 50 hectares of vineyards.
Only red wines can claim the Clos de Vougeot appellation, made exclusively from the Pinot Noir grape variety. These wines are renowned for their elegance, finesse and ability to age magnificently over the years. They generally offer aromas of red and black fruits, floral and spicy notes, and a velvety texture on the palate.
The cuvées of Château de la Tour, Clos de Vougeot
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Classique
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage à Jean Morin
Château de la Tour offers a range of remarkable cuvées aged mainly in new oak barrels. These top-quality cuvées provide wines of great substance and breed, each reflecting the excellence of the Clos de Vougeot terroir, which is recognized the world over.
Cuvée Classique embodies the purity and diversity of the vineyard, with a meticulous blend of different parcels offering a wine that is accessible from its youth. While he called on the advice of oenologist Jean-Pierre Confuron for several vintages, he has been working with Sylvain Pataille since the 2009 vintage.
The Cuvée Vieilles Vignes highlights the power and concentration of Pinot Noir, sourced exclusively from century-old vines planted in the heart of Clos de Vougeot.
Finally, the cuvée Hommage à Jean Morin, created to mark the centenary of Vieille Vigne, represents the pinnacle of excellence, with a rigorous selection of the best grapes during exceptional vintages, paying tribute to the history and tradition of this prestigious estate.
How much does Château de La Tour wine cost?
The price of a bottle of Château de La Tour wine varies according to several factors, including the vintage, the cuvée, its rarity and market demand. Older vintages and special cuvées can often fetch higher prices due to their prestige and ageing potential. For all online purchases, explore our website to discover a wide range of Château de La Tour selections
iN BRIEF: Figures
Region : Burgundy
Surface area : 5.5 Hectares
Red grape varieties : Pinot noir
Vine cultivation : Organic