2018 Pierre-Yves-Colin-Morey Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru [D95][WS95][JM91-95][WA94][BH91-94]

Producer: Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey 
Region: Corton Charlemagne, Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France 
Varietal: Chardonnay 
Year: 2018 

Decanter, 95 Points 

"Combining grapes from two parcels, one in Pernand-Vergelesses and the other in Aloxe-Corton, this is a superb 65/35 blend that marries two very different terroirs. The 40% new wood needs a little more time to integrate, but this is a racy, subtle, intense Corton-Charlemagne with the precision and focus that you expect from a Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey white." 

Wine Spectator, 95 Points 

"Well-marked by toasty, smoky oak, this white also delivers concentrated peach, pear and lemon notes, backed by a vibrant structure. The oak is intrusive now, so decant or give this a few more years of bottle age. *Collectible*" 

Jasper Morris, 91-95 Points 

"Two thirds En Charlemagne, one third Languettes, high up in Aloxe. Purchased grapes but they do much of the vineyard work. Pale fresh colour. Lively nose, racy, no especial depth. Starts quietly, but there is a burst of concentration at the back. Interesting aftertaste with a touch of liquorice." 

Wine Advocate, 94 Points 

"A tensile, racy wine—two-thirds from Pernand-Vergelesses, one-third from Aloxe-Corton—the 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with scents of white flowers, orange oil, buttery pastry and nutmeg. Medium to full-bodied, layered and fleshy, it's chiseled and saline, with impressive cut and grip." 

Burghound, 91-94 Points 

"A restrained, ultra-fresh and distinctly floral nose reflects notes of various white orchard fruit aromas, lemon zest and discreet wood toast. There is outstanding volume to the rich and succulent broad-shouldered flavors that possess focused power on the beautifully long and sappy mineral-infused finish that is shaped by citrus-tinged acidity." 

Alcohol: 13.5% 

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