
Albert Bichot Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2020
Located in the "Languettes" climat on the south/southeast facing slope of the hill of Corton our plot formerly the property of the Abbesses of the Lieu-Dieu abbey is nicknamed "Vigne Dieu" (God's Vines) by historians and the older generation of growers in Aloxe-Corton. This terroir is famous for its powerful white wines due to the high amount of sunshine the vines are exposed to yet they are also extremely pure and sophisticated both on the nose and the palate.
Tasting
The highly complex offers a harmonious ensemble of notes of white and yellow-fleshed fruit along with citrus and tropical fruit that mingle with subtle spicy mineral buttery nuances which often evolve toward aromas of honey. On the palate this wine stands out for its remarkable concentration perfect balance and distinctiveness. Its intense finish boasts remarkable length.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fine fish and crustaceans foie gras or with poultry and white meats roasted or served in a cream sauce.
Recipe suggestion: scallops encased in a pastry pouch with lobster bisque
Original: $313.95
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Description
Located in the "Languettes" climat on the south/southeast facing slope of the hill of Corton our plot formerly the property of the Abbesses of the Lieu-Dieu abbey is nicknamed "Vigne Dieu" (God's Vines) by historians and the older generation of growers in Aloxe-Corton. This terroir is famous for its powerful white wines due to the high amount of sunshine the vines are exposed to yet they are also extremely pure and sophisticated both on the nose and the palate.
Tasting
The highly complex offers a harmonious ensemble of notes of white and yellow-fleshed fruit along with citrus and tropical fruit that mingle with subtle spicy mineral buttery nuances which often evolve toward aromas of honey. On the palate this wine stands out for its remarkable concentration perfect balance and distinctiveness. Its intense finish boasts remarkable length.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fine fish and crustaceans foie gras or with poultry and white meats roasted or served in a cream sauce.
Recipe suggestion: scallops encased in a pastry pouch with lobster bisque









