Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru
The Chardonnay emperor's golden garb tints an explosive green. On the nose, vetiver explodes as if rubbed into the glass! Its weave is vertical, cold and owes allegiance to its origin through its lingering salivation. Imperial in a word.
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Planting date: 1989 - 2013
Surface area: 0.19 hectare
Geology/Exposure: Located in “Les Languettes” in the commune of Aloxe Corton, the parcel faces south-east, on a clay-limestone terroir with a predominance of clay.
Method of vinification and ageing: Matured in barrels, 25% of which are new, for 14 to 16 months.