Discovering the Wines of Corton Grand Cru

Discover a presentation and tasting notes of the prestigious Corton Grand Cru, whose ample, powerful and generous red wines will do honour to game meat and hearty meat stews.

WHERE IS IT LOCATED?

In southern Burgundy, where the Côte de Nuits gives way to the Côte de Beaune, the villages of Aloxe-Corton, Ladoix-Serrigny and Pernand-Vergelesses have in common this Grand Cru located at the foot of the Montagne de Corton hill.

Corton was given its Grand Cru status in 1937. The Grand Cru vineyards cover only the southern half of the hill. The soils are composed of limestone and marl.

What is the grape variety?

Pinot Noir

Le village de Pernand Vergelesses, au pied de la Montagne de Corton

SHALL WE TASTE?

Appearance:

Deep purple or dark red colour with a purplish density.

Nose:

A bouquet that is both ample and generous. It expresses itself on fruity accents (blueberry, redcurrant, cherry, kirsch) or flowers (violet), evolving with age towards undergrowth, leather, fur, animal notes. Cooked apricot sometimes gives it an original note. Other frequent aromas are pepper, liquorice and stone.

Palate:

Solid, strong, powerful, structured, the Corton Grand Cru is willingly demonstrative. Chewy and full-bodied! It ends on a tannic note. Even if current vinification techniques allow it to be enjoyed young, at the rate of two to three years, it still often needs time to express itself.

Serving temperature:

14-16°C

Ageing potential:

8 to 15 years

Le civet de chevreuil, l'accord idéal avec le Corton

FOOD AND WINE PAIRING

Corton Grand Cru is the wine for game par excellence, whether feathered (duck with orange, quail with grapes, partridge) or furry (hare, deer). Save a glass to finish with the cheeses: Cîteaux, Munster, Tamié.