Jean Chartron : Corton-Charlemagne Grand cru 2022

This Corton-Charlemagne retains the stamp of Jean-Michel Chartron's winemaking and its Côte de Beaune identity, yet it is quite distinct from the wines of Puligny. The exotic aromas range from apricot and nectarine to pomelo and passionfruit. The texture is sturdy and dense, but there is enough structure to balance the richness, albeit in a different register. The grapes are from a small domaine-owned parcel supplemented with grapes exchanged with another grower nearby. This wine will open three to five years after release and should age well.

The 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is another that is quite reductive on the nose, but it is not as nuanced as Tollot-Beaut's own Corton-Charlemagne, just obscuring some of the terroir expression and rendering it a tad predictable. The palate is well balanced with a brisk, slightly creamy-textured entry. But it does not convince in terms of complexity, lacks the flair and pedigree of a top Corton-Charlemagne, plus it feels a tad short on the finish. Bottled under Diam 30. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.