«Whoever knows how to taste wine never again drinks it, but discovers its secrets». Salvador Dalí
It is strict and careful work with the vines, exemplary, meticulous ageing of the wines and remarkable care and know-how that mean that unique terroirs can produce «les exceptionnels», exceptional wines. This range is a selection of Grands Crus with respect for their unique value.
Appellation: The Corton mountain spread over 3 communes, Ladoix-Serrigny, Aloxe-Corton and Pernand-Vergelesses is home to Corton, the only red Grand Cru of the Côte de Beaune.
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The appellation may change depending on whether the plots are planted with Pinot Noir (Corton followed by the name of the climate) or Chardonnay (Corton-Charlemagne / Charlemagne).
Soil: Pebbly, brown limestone rich in marl
100% Pinot Noir
Harvest: The grapes are cut and sorted by hand.
Vinification: The grapes are destemmed and placed for 2 to 4 days in stainless steel tanks for pre-fermentation maceration. The vinification is done in oak barrels.
Ageing: Ageing in oak barrels for 10 to 14 months.
The ruby colour is brilliant and elegant.
The nose of red fruits with a touch of iris is opulent and pleasant.
The palate is fine with elegant tannins that offer a beautiful and tasty length. An astonishing wine which is well within its appellation and worked with talent.
Coq au vin, Veal liver, duck breast, pasta with truffles
Service temperature: between 14°C and 16°C
Ageing potential: This wonderful wine needs time to develop, between 4 and 12 years.
2016: 93 pts - Wine Enthusiast
2016: 17/20 - Jancis Robinson
2015: 94 pts - Wine Enthusiast
2015: 17/20 - Jancis Robinson
2015: 15,5/20 - Guide Bettane & Desseauve
2014: 93 pts - Wine Enthusiast
2012: 92 pts - Wine Enthusiast
2012: 92 pts - Burghound
2011: 91 pts - Wine Enthusiast