2000 Corton Charlemagne
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Tastes a bit leaner than the Meursault, and the magnum from which my glass was poured tasted very slightly oxidised. Lively and racy but without the density one expects from Grand Cru white burgundy. Other magnums may have been more impressive? (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Pierre Rovani
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Shame on me! I vastly under-rated this estate's 2000 Corton-Charlemagne in my barrel assessment a year ago (originally scored 88-90). The finest wine I've ever tasted from this famed domaine, it reveals a rich nose of ripe pears, buttered hazelnuts, and minerals. Medium-bodied, lush, intense, and satin-textured, it has exceptional balance, refinement, and a stupendously long finish. While it is not the most powerful Corton-Charlemagne, it has superb focus, detail, and seamlessness. Toast, spices, pears, and ripe apples can be found throughout its complex character. If this wine continues to improve in the bottle as it did in the final months of elevage, it will be completely mind-boggling. Projected maturity: 2005-2016. My compliments to Jean-Charles le Bault de la Moriniere for the wonderful progress he's made at this estate since taking over. Importer: Diageo Chateau and Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel. (212) 572-7725
Heavy, even slightly dirty on the nose. Some green flavours and a distinctly satiny texture. A bit of alcoholic heat on the finish however. (JR)
About the producer
This historic Domaine Bonneau du Martray is an iconic Burgundy address, dedicated to making two Grands Crus: its iconic white Corton-Charlemagne and red Corton, expressing the special terroir of the hill of Corton. Today it is owned by Stanley Kroenke, of Screaming Eagle fame.