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Tasting notes
Score 89/100 · Drink 2003-2010, Pierre Rovani, Apr 2000

Vincent Girardin purchases fruit from eight sources, whose parcels are located in the three communes (Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton, and Ladoix) of the Corton-Charlemagne. His 1998 reveals a tightly wound, slightly reductive (this should blow off within six months) nose, and a rich, medium to full-bodied, austere character. This dense, mineral-dominated wine will require cellaring to fully express itself. Projected maturity: 2003-2010. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel (205) 980-8802.

Critic scores

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90
90/100

Average Score

90
90/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

89
89/100

Pierre Rovani

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90 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Deeply pitched aromas of charred, spicy oak, smoke and earth. Fat, rich, thick and superripe, with a tropical note of pineapple and well-integrated acidity. A bit extreme for young Corton-Charlemagne but undeniably silky and mouthfilling. Finishes with very good persistence, but is it long enough for outstanding?

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Vincent Girardin
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Product details

Grape Blend

Chardonnay

Colour

White

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13.5%

Classification

Grand Cru

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