Poisot Père & Fils : Corton-Charlemagne Grand cru Domaine 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes for Corton-Charlemagne Grand cru Domaine 2023 by Poisot Père & Fils

Tasting notes

Colour
The colour reveals a pale yellow hue, enhanced by delicate green-yellow highlights.

Nose
Intense and remarkably complex, the nose opens with fresh citrus aromas such as lemon and grapefruit, mingled with floral notes of acacia and lime blossom. On aeration, subtle buttery touches, toasted almond and vanilla emerge.

Palate
Full-bodied and powerful, the palate stands out for its pronounced minerality, which lends great textural precision. The balance is perfect between vibrant freshness and harmonious roundness, supported by well-judged acidity. The finish is remarkably long, extended by mineral and lemony notes.

Service and storage

With great aging potential, this Corton-Charlemagne Grand cru Domaine 2023 will develop beautifully over the years in the cellar.

Food and wine pairing

This great white wine pairs wonderfully with seafood, particularly oysters, as well as shellfish such as lobster or crab, especially when served with a butter sauce. It also enhances refined poultry in cream sauce, foie gras, white fish in sauce, or well-aged cheeses such as Comté and blue-veined cheeses.

The complexity and minerality of a great Burgundy wine by Poisot Père & Fils

The estate

Founded in 1902 following a family inheritance, the Poisot Père & Fils estate is a small property of around two hectares located in Aloxe-Corton, at the heart of Burgundy. Historically linked to the House of Louis Latour, the estate's destiny changed in 2010 when Rémi Poisot, a former naval officer, took over the reins. He introduced estate bottling and direct sales, modernising the commercial approach while preserving age-old traditions. Recently, part of the land was transferred to the LVMH group, but the family retains full control over this exceptional vineyard.

The vineyard

The terroir of Corton-Charlemagne lies at the boundary between the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune, on plots rising to between 280 and 330 metres in altitude. The vines benefit from an ideal south to south-west exposure on steep slopes, ensuring optimal sunlight. The soils, dating back to the Jurassic period, consist of clay-rich marls and limestone strata, giving the grapes an exceptional minerality. The grapes are harvested by hand to preserve their quality.

The vintage

The 2023 growing season was marked by distinctive weather conditions, with characteristics typical of a rather cool season, allowing the berries to retain lovely freshness.

Winemaking and aging

The production of this Corton-Charlemagne Grand cru Domaine 2023 follows traditional Burgundian methods. Fermentation takes place in oak vessels. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for eight to ten months, with measured use of new wood to preserve the balance and aromatic expression of the fruit.

Grape variety

Chardonnay (100%).