Corton Grand Cru "Les Renardes"

Gateway to the Côte de Beaune from the north, the hill of Corton is shared among the villages of Ladoix-Serrigny, Aloxe-Corton and Pernand-Vergelesses and produces the two Grand Crus Corton (almost entirely red) and Corton-Charlemagne (white).
Facing southeast to southwest, the vineyards lie at altitudes of between 250 and 330 metres, forming an amphitheatre seen nowhere else in the Côte.
The "Renardes" Climat is located on the upper part of the slope and benefits from eastern-southeastern exposure.

Tasting

The opulence of Corton wines, which are often described as generous, is complemented by a sensation of freshness, due in part to the higher altitude of the appellation. The nose combines notes of red fruit (cherry, raspberry...) and spices with wilder scents (forest undergrowth, musk...). On the palate, this wine offers perfect harmony between power, roundness and delicateness, in addition to remarkable length.

Food/wine pairing

Taste this wine with finely prepared roasted or stewed meats (beef, game, duck), or medium to mature cheeses.
Recipe suggestion: beef filet stuffed with mushrooms, truffle purée

Serving and keeping

Serve at 16-17°C (60-62°F).
Long aging potential: 7 to 10 years and more.

Vintages

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The vineyard

Situation: Average altitude 280m
Soil: Brown limestone soil containing marls

Vinification

Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time : 18 to 21 days

Ageing

Ageing: Oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 16 to 18 months
Proportion of new barrels: 35% to 45%