Domaine Bonneau du Martray is a Burgundy wine producer based in the Corton-Charlemagne appellation, one of the most distinguished white wine appellations in the Côte de Beaune. The estate focuses exclusively on producing wines from this single grand cru vineyard, which sits on the slopes of the Corton hill between the villages of Aloxe-Corton and Pernand-Vergelesses.

Corton-Charlemagne is renowned for producing some of Burgundy's most powerful and long-lived Chardonnay wines. The appellation's unique terroir combines limestone-rich soils with optimal southern and southwestern exposures, creating ideal conditions for Chardonnay to develop exceptional mineral complexity and aging potential. The wines from this grand cru site are characterized by their combination of richness and mineral precision, often requiring several years to fully develop their distinctive character.

The estate's current offering demonstrates their focus on expressing the singular terroir of Corton-Charlemagne through pure Chardonnay, continuing the tradition of this historic vineyard that has been celebrated for white wine production since medieval times.

Corton-Charlemagne is a Grand Cru appellation located on the Hill of Corton in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. The vineyard spans portions of three communes: Aloxe-Corton, Pernand-Vergelesses, and Ladoix-Serrigny. This white wine appellation covers approximately 72 hectares on the upper slopes of the hill, positioned above the red wine Grand Cru vineyards of Corton.

The vineyard sits at elevations between 280 and 330 meters on slopes with southwest to west-facing exposures. The soils consist primarily of limestone and marl with fossilized oyster deposits, providing excellent drainage and mineral complexity. Only Chardonnay is permitted for this appellation. The combination of altitude, exposure, and calcareous soils creates ideal conditions for producing structured white wines with notable aging potential.

Corton-Charlemagne wines are characterized by their power and mineral intensity, displaying greater structure and longevity than most other white Burgundies. Young wines typically show citrus and white fruit flavors with pronounced mineral notes, while mature examples develop complex aromas of honey, hazelnut, and spice. The wines require several years of cellaring to reach their full potential and can age gracefully for decades in optimal vintages.