Presentation of the appellation
Linking the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune, the Montagne de Corton signals a change in the landscape. Between 200 and 300 metres above sea level, the soil is reddish brown with a lot of siliceous nodules and flinty limestone debris. The northern part tends to produce softer, fruity wines, while the southern wines are typically more solid and structured.Tasting: Fine, smooth, distinguished
Game in sauce, pan-fried cepsPotential and cellaring advice: 3 to 10 years. Serving temperature: 16°C
Vineyard
- Surface: 2,14 ha
- Exposition: East
- Year of planting: 1943-1945
- Soil and subsoil: Brown clay and marl soils, under the Corton hill
- Density of planting: 10,000 vines/ha
- Soil cultivation: Spontaneous grassing / tillage of the vine row with inter-vine blades
Wine
- Harvest date: 20/08/20
- Vinification: 5 to 7 days of cold pre-fermentation and two weeks of maceration with pumping over twice a day
- Aging: 15 months, 30% new barrels
- Production: 10 000 bottles
Côte de Beaune 2020 (red)
2020 will remain in the memory for many reasons. Not only was it the year of lockdowns and pandemic; it was also a unique and very satisfactory vintage in Bourgogne. This vintage was an historically early one, from budburst right through to harvest. The hot and sunny weather also ensured the grapes were bursting with health on the vines. Even more surprisingly, tasting has confirmed that despite the high temperatures and almost constant drought conditions, in addition to their rich aromas, the wines are also revealing a freshness that is as unexpected as it is remarkable.
Côte de Beaune reds are wines that are close to perfection. With wonderful color, aromatic intensity, and quality, they are truly exemplary. On the nose, they offer an explosion of summer and hedgerow fruits, spices, and blond tobacco, while in the mouth, they are perfectly balanced. These wines are fleshy and full-bodied, with a tasty finish and surprising length.