2018 Corton Grand Cru
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The 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is airy and nuanced in the glass. Crushed rocks, mint, white pepper and slate are all finely sketched. Readers will find a wine of subtlety. There’s a touch of reduction that I suspect will always be part of the wine’s personality. Clean, saline notes extend the crystalline finish. The 2018 is quite the introvert today.
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William Kelley, Wine Advocate
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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A terrific effort in a vintage that often produced rather open-knit, soft white Burgundies, the 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru continues to perform very well. Mingling aromas of sweet citrus and stone fruits with notions of oatmeal, anise and flowers, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and enveloping, exhibiting excellent depth at the core and impressive precision. Racy, charming and attractively complete, it stands out from its peers.
The 2018 Corton Grand Cru just lacks a bit of bandwidth on the nose, a mixture of red and black fruit, but there is less terroir expression than some of its peers. The palate is medium-bodied with some stalky elements on the entry. It is missing a little density and grip towards the finish that feels a little drier than I would have liked at this early juncture. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.
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.