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Bottle of Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Philippe Pacalet (photomontage)

Corton-Charlemagne

Vintage
2021
Grape
Chardonnay
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The parcel

plot of named vineyard in Pernand-Vergelesses facing South-West. The vines sit on a steep slope with very limestone soil. Vineyard: Average age: 60 years, 11,000 vines/ha. Grape variety: Chardonnay fine type, quality rootstock. Culture: Sustainable and environmentally conscious culture.

Winemaking & ageing

Whole-bunch pressing, followed by light settling and immediate transfer to Burgundy barrels. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by malolactic fermentation, in Burgundy barrels. Ageing: 13 months on the lees, under reductive conditions, without racking, with lees stirring and no SO2.

Tasting notes

This wine which evolves slowly over time and is suitable for aging. He is gifted with great precision and great vitality. Its aromas of chamomile, juniper, anise and cardamom give it remarkable complexity. Its straight finish broadens to finish with sublime length on the palate.