Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Domaine du Pavillon
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Grand cru
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Located in the "Les Languettes" climat on the south/southeast side of the Corton hill, the plot, which once belonged to the nuns of the Lieu-Dieu Abbey, was nicknamed “Vigne Dieu” by the old wine merchants and historians of Aloxe-Corton. A terroir renowned for its white wines whose power, due in part to its location on the hillside, can showcase finesse, delicacy and purity, on both an aromatic and a gustatory level.
Tasting
Of infinite delicateness, the bouquet expresses buttery notes, aromas of baked apple, citrus fruit, pineapple, linden blossom, juniper, cinnamon and flint. Hints of honey are also frequent.
The concentration, distinction and balance of this Chardonnay are pleasantly surprising. The finish is complex and intense.
Food/wine pairing
Savour this Grand Cru with shellfish such as lobster, crayfish or crab, fish as well as certain white meats, poultry in cream and blue cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 12°C and 14°C (53°F - 57°F)
This wine will reach its potential after several years’ ageing. Cellar for 7 to 10 years or more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Parcel size: 1.2 ha (3 acres)
Situation: On the Hill of Corton, Languettes parcel
Exposure: South-East, 280m on average
Soil: Calcareous brown soil overlying Argovian marls
Average age of the vine: 35 years
Nb of bottles produced per year: 7 000 on average
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: Oak barrels (60% new oak)
Vatting time: 3 weeks to 2 months
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 12 to 15 months
Proportion of new barrels: 30%
Jancis Robinson.com (January 2016 by Richard Hemming MW)
2014 vintage: Best score among a selection of 22 Corton-Charlemagne 2014. Satisfying, statuesque, very lenghty. A completely typical Corton-Charlemagne. Bonneau du who? (18/20)
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2014 vintage: This is a very fine Corton-Charlemagne from Bichot with more potential than many others that I tasted. (92-94/100)
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2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 96/100
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Exploring quality at Maison Albert Bichot plus 17 wines worth seeking out
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Exploring quality at Maison Albert Bichot plus 17 wines worth seeking out
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Exploring quality at Maison Albert Bichot plus 17 wines worth seeking out
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Exploring quality at Maison Albert Bichot plus 17 wines worth seeking out
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