Maison Louis Latour
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2024)
Reporting Period: 2024
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainability
Environmental Achievements
- Used rainwater for treatments instead of tap water (chlorine-free)
- Made own compost reducing the need to burn tendrils (smoke reduction)
- Protected natural habitat around vineyards (birds for pest control)
Social Achievements
- Doubled or tripled labor force for grape selection to ensure quality
- Improved communication between team members across locations
- Implemented small-scale trials for new initiatives (label, cork, bottle)
Governance Achievements
- Improved communication and collaboration within the company
- Shifting approach to the Chinese market in the next 12-18 months
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Capture at least a third of the Asian market
Medium-term Goals:
- Substantial changes in how Louis Latour operates in China within the next 12-18 months
Environmental Challenges
- Significant drop in wine production in 2024 (30% of a full vintage)
- Late frosts, hailstorms, and heavy rains impacting grape yield
- Varying impact across different vineyard areas in Burgundy
- Need to reconsider approach to Chinese market
Mitigation Strategies
- Doubled and tripled staffing for grape selection to ensure quality
- Planning to shift approach to Chinese market in next 12-18 months
- Focus on understanding Chinese culture and customs
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Use of local manure for compost
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Late frosts
- Hailstorms
- Heavy rains