Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2023
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France / Burgundy
Full-bodied, intense yet delicate white Grand Cru. This benefits from its steep, stony site on the Corton hill with full south exposure.
97 Points
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2023 vintage
Harvest Note
Winter and early Spring were unusually warm and dry however March brought much-needed rainfall which led to homogenous flowering in May. Stormy weather in June was followed by mild late summer, and an unusual September heat wave. Harvest was finished on September 16th, and by picking only in the cool morning hours freshness was preserved.
Tasting Note
Fragrant with aromas of ripe pear, white flowers and wet stones. On the palate there is energy and power with bright acids to shape the intense fruit and earth flavors over the very long finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru AOC
PH: 3.38
ACIDITY: 3.99 g/l
ABV: 14.42%
AGING: 22 months in oak barrels, 30% new oak
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Partial
Unique Selling Points
- Northernmost white grand cru site with wines renowned for subtle elegance
- The Jadot parcel is one contiguous block acquired in 1914
- A wine which is capable of aging successfully for 25+ years
- A Burgundian landmark with a vine-growing tradition dating to the 9th century
- Sought by collectors in every vintage
"My aim is to craft enchanting wines that taste of the great diversity of Burgundy."
Frederic Barnier, Winemaker
About the Grape
Chardonnay
Though it has a distinctive profile, Chardonnay reflects other factors such as soil composition and vinification technique. Chardonnay is a reliable, hardy and prolific vine whose only real vulnerabilities are frost and uneven development of fruit.
