The white wines of Burgundy are among the most prestigious in the world, and if there is a privileged production area within this region, it is the one from which Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2016 originates, the magnificent wine that the Club brings to you. Rated 92 Parker points.
The centenary winery Bouchard Père & Fils crafted Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2016 using the finest chardonnay fruits selected from their 3.65 hectares of vineyards in the A.O.C. Corton-Charlemagne, the mecca of Burgundy whites.
Bouchard Père & Fils, one of the oldest maisons in Burgundy, is behind the production of this magnificent single-varietal wine, an expression of a terroir defined by the clay-limestone soils where its vines grow, with the added value of having undergone aging for at least 12 months in French oak barrels. The oak aging endowed Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2016 with a good structure and a highly interesting aging potential, which, along with its richness of nuances and a unique mineral touch, makes it the perfect white option to pair with foie gras and all kinds of fish and seafood in sauce.
The centenary winery Bouchard Père & Fils crafted Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2016 using the finest chardonnay fruits selected from their 3.65 hectares of vineyards in the A.O.C. Corton-Charlemagne, the mecca of Burgundy whites.
Bouchard Père & Fils, one of the oldest maisons in Burgundy, is behind the production of this magnificent single-varietal wine, an expression of a terroir defined by the clay-limestone soils where its vines grow, with the added value of having undergone aging for at least 12 months in French oak barrels. The oak aging endowed Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2016 with a good structure and a highly interesting aging potential, which, along with its richness of nuances and a unique mineral touch, makes it the perfect white option to pair with foie gras and all kinds of fish and seafood in sauce.
Tasting notes
On the nose, it stands out with intense fruity and toasted aromas, along with mineral notes typical of the denomination of origin.
Rich and powerful on the palate, promising good aging potential.
The French commune of Beaune has been home, since 1731, to Bouchard Père & Fils, one of the oldest maisons in the Burgundy region. The property boasts a castle built by Louis XI in 1482 and one of the most impressive winegrowing heritages in the area: 130 hectares of vineyards in the legendary Côte d’Or, 12 of which are Grand Cru and another 74 Premier Cru.
Combining tradition with the latest technical advancements, the winery has managed to preserve its essence and the exceptional quality of its wines, making them indispensable references of Burgundy. Diversity is another hallmark of Bouchard Père & Fils, reflected in the different appellations under which it produces its creations, including Chevalier-Montrachet, Montrachet, Corton, Corton-Charlemagne, Meursault Genevriêres, Gevrey-Chambertin, Chassage-Montrachet, and Beaune.
