2019 Corton Charlemagne
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The 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru comes across a bit gregarious on the nose, the heat getting to the fruit a little, as revealed in its tropical notes of passion fruit and guava. This is not quite as well defined as its peers. Thankfully, the palate is well balanced with an attractive mouthfeel—quite honeyed and viscous, with countervailing acidity. There is plenty of spiciness toward the finish that leaves the mouth tingling. Overall, it ends up a bit of a brash but compelling Corton-Charlemagne that should age well in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Aromas of citrus zest, freshly baked bread, beeswax, buttered popcorn and vanilla pod introduce the 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot), a full-bodied, satiny, layered wine that's rich and muscular, with a concentrated, structured core of fruit girdled by racy acids and chalky dry extract. Long and resonant, it will reward patience.
Complex and sensual nose of citrus and pineapple with a touch of melted butter, the powerful and highly structured palate energized by the driving mineral acidity that pushes the tightly wound finish out a long way. Drink or hold.
The 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a very tempting bouquet of lemon curd, frangipane, almond and light white chocolate scents. It is still a little oaky, but that will integrate with time. The palate is well balanced with a rounded, marmalade-tinged opening, then veers toward a curiously "fishy" second half, almost like a Chenin Blanc in style! Maybe this is just a phase it’s going through. Give it 3–5 years in bottle.
About the producer
Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.