2022 Pierre-Yves-Colin-Morey Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru [D96][TA96][WA94-95][JM92-95][BH92-94][V91-93]

Producer: Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey 
Region: Corton Charlemagne, Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France 
Varietal: Chardonnay 
Year: 2022

Decanter, 96 Points 

"This exquisite version of Corton Charlemagne boasts quince and grapefruit aromas adorned with hints of acacia flowers, butter, and spice. The texture is full-bodied and rich but not heavy, with a freshness and concentration that lift it to the next level. The grapes are sourced from two parcels on the hill of Corton: one site in En Charlemagne facing west (for freshness), and one in Languettes facing south (for richness). Colin opines that the Charlemagne vines are much better than 30 years ago. He tries to pick both at the same time for balance." 

Tim Atkin, 96 Points 

"Soaring from the glass with notes of creamy yogurt, lemon zest and white flowers, this adds crushed limestone and green apple peel on the palate. Firm acidity threads around the silky mouthfeel and chisels the finish into a pleasantly dry texture. This is a perky CortonCharlemagne that surprisingly offers upfront appeal." 

Wine Advocate, 94-95 Points

"Colin's 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru shows considerable promise, wafting from the glass with aromas of crisp yellow orchard fruit, freshly baked bread, confit citrus, beeswax and hazelnuts. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with good depth at the core, racy acids and a taut, electric profile, it's built for the cellar." 

Jasper Morris, 92-95 Points 

"Most of the grapes come from the north-west facing part of En Charlemagne, a choice to avoid too much exuberance. Clear pale colour, a little oak showing at the moment, but even so a touch of exotic fruit alongside the minerals. Quite a weight of white flesh here, a sturdy wine which needs long ageing. Drink from 2029-2036." 

Burghound, 92-94 Points 

"Note: a blend of 60% Les Languettes in Aloxe and 40% En Charlemagne in Pernand. Generous wood stops short of fighting with the prominent petrol-scented nose of acacia blossom, soft citrus and a pretty array of spice nuances. The medium weight plus flavors are rich to the point of opulence though with no lack of power and minerality to the palate soaking finish. This is not an elegant rendition of the appellation but it doesn't lack for character or upside development potential." 

Vinous, 91-93 Points 

"The 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru comes from several plots, a mixture of contracted fruit and others given after just a handshake many years ago. It has a beautifully defined bouquet, fresher than many Corton-Charlemagne, with hints of lemon thyme and orange pith. The palate is lightly spiced, quite sapid in the mouth, with touches of sour lemon. Maybe a little curt on the finish compared to the 2021 that had an edge over this vintage." 

Alcohol: 13.5% 

Sustainable farming. 

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