Bouchard Pere & Fils, Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2021

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Reviewed by: William Kelley

The 2021 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with aromas of pear, crisp yellow apple, white flowers, freshly baked bread and toasted nuts. Full-bodied, taut and chiseled, it's unusually concentrated, with a bright spine of acidity and chalky structuring extract. It's a standout of the range and well worth seeking out.

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Reviewed by: Neal Martin

All 8 hectoliters of the 2021 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is maturing in one foudre. This has a light nose of apple blossom, Mirabelle and white peach, hints of camomile, focused if needing a bit more energy. The palate is well balanced with a citric, orange rind entry with pretty apricot notes towards its unassuming finish.