2020 - Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Corton-Charlemagne - Grand Cru
- 2020
- 75cl
- Chardonnay
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Surpassing the 2015 rendition, the 2016 Corton Grand Cru is the finest wine that the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has produced to date from the holdings of Prince Florent de Mérode. Wafting from the glass with notes of cassis, currant leaf, raspberries and menthol, discretely framed by new wood, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and intense, gaining in depth and dimension as it sits in the glass, with tangy underpinning acids and powdery tannins, culminating in a long finish. Aubert de Villaine recounted that the Domaine replanted a third of Corton-Bressandes while also grafting over the Mérodes' young vines to their own massal selections of Pinot Fin. While this is built for four decade's evolution in the cellar, the balance and concentration are such that it could be drunk with pleasure in its youth.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Corton Grand Cru represents one of Burgundy's most prestigious expressions of Pinot Noir. This legendary estate, synonymous with excellence across its tiny vineyard holdings, brings its meticulous winemaking philosophy to this powerful red from the renowned Corton appellation. The chalky, mineral-rich terroir of this grand cru site produces wines of remarkable depth and structure, showcasing the complexity that defines fine Burgundy.
This dry, full-bodied Pinot Noir displays the characteristic elegance and aging potential for which Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is celebrated. Medium acidity and nuanced flavor development make this wine an exceptional choice for discerning collectors and fine dining applications. The wine's structure and intensity pair beautifully with game birds, duck, grilled meats, and rich preparations featuring mushrooms or truffles, while also complementing aged hard cheeses.
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Corton is a Grand Cru appellation located on the Hill of Corton in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, straddling the communes of Aloxe-Corton, Ladoix-Serrigny, and Pernand-Vergelesses. This appellation represents one of Burgundy's most…
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