I had previously blogged how, like certain Chateaux in Pessac-Leognan, the whites of Corton are more sought after and also more expensive than the reds, which are also produced at a higher volume. Most of the wine is either sold under the appelations of Corton or Corton-Charlesmagne, but there is also a small lieu-dit of En Chalesmagne (0.28 ha) which can use the AC of Le Charlesmagne.
I met this bottle at the Grand Tasting Pavilion at this year's Wine and Dine Festival. A golden yellow in colour, it had a closed crisp fruity nose as it was a touch too cold when served. The palate was sweet and fruity with a creamy acid aftertaste evolving into a good acid backbone for structure. I'm sure it would become more interesting with age and at the right temperature. (NB. white Burgundies, especially venerable wines from top sites need to be served at temperatures akin to venerable reds, but are too often served at temperatures for fresh whites, sending the wine into a dazed hibernation.)
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