Louis Latour Marsannay 2024

The flinty promise of slight reduction is the first notion on the nose of this wine, followed by a bright, juicy red-cherry tone. The palate also has that appetizing flintiness surrounding ripe, almost fleshy cherry that sits around a core of freshness. Subtle, juicy tannins appear on the appealing finish.

Infused with aromas and flavors of black cherry, blackberry, wet loam and sweet spices, this red gives way to a foundation of dense tannins. Shows balance and persistence, so give this a year or two to settle down. Best from 2026 through 2035. 2,250 cases made, 900 cases imported.

Lighter wine from this vintage, with some herbal cranberries and red fruit. Not complex but juicy, bright and pretty well balanced. Tannins are firm and lightly chewy but not harsh.