Critic ratings
vinous
2011
Rating:
96
–96
The 2011 Corton-Charlemagne literally bristles on the palate with energy. Bright lemon, citrus, white flowers and crushed rocks all take shape in the glass. In 2011 the Corton-Charlemagne is wonderfully pure, layered and direct. A host of citrus and graphite notes inform the vibrant, saline-infused finish. Jadot's 2011 Corton Charlemagne is a true stand out.
vinous
2011
Rating:
95
–95
Layered and very pure, the 2011 Louis Jadot Corton Charlemagne offers a huge mouthful of Chardonnay, featuring round pineapple and lime notes in the best tradition of this hallowed vineyard. Even better, I found Jadot’s oaking to be especially judicious in this vintage. The wine is ample, rich and very long, and was an absolute joy to sip all by itself.
vinous
2011
Rating:
94
–94
Pale lemon-yellow. Pungent aromas of pineapple, lavender, white pepper, stone and menthol. Dense, supple and sweet but with terrific stony cut to its citrus, pineapple and fresh herb flavors. Penetrating but not at all hard. The very firmly structured finish shows excellent limey persistence and lift. The 2011s have been a pleasant surprise, noted Barnier. They have more life than we expected.
vinous
2017
Rating:
92
–92
The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a light and slightly earthy nose, a touch of orange pith emerging with time. The palate displays good weight and concentration, offering candied orange peel and lemon zest and turning a little peachy toward the finish, all underpinned by a fine bead of acidity and decent length. This should drink well for 12–15 years. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune.
vinous
2017
Rating:
90
–92
The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru was poured after the Chevalier-Montrachet and Montrachet, and I must admit, it rather pales by comparison, lacking the same penetration and mineral drive. The bouquet just seems rather static at the moment. The palate is balanced and quite rounded in the mouth, with a subtle spiciness, and almost yeasty toward the finish. Not bad, although not the best Grand Cru from Jadot this year. (DIAM GC closure)
vinous
2018
Rating:
91
–91
The 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a slightly musky character on the nose, moderate delineation, not complex with a touch of ginger coming through with time. The palate is well balanced with a waxy opening. Quite satisfying in terms of texture, spicy and a little oily on the finish. Not a faultless wine, yet somehow engaging. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 white tasting.
vinous
2018
Rating:
93
–95
The 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a fresh bouquet of fennel, mint and light hazelnut aromas, all complementing the citrus fruit. The palate is vibrant and fresh on the entry with a fine bead of acidity. Harmonious from start to finish, it delivers an appealing spiciness that leaves the tongue tingling, thanks to a dab of ginger on the aftertaste. Very fine.
vinous
2019
Rating:
91
–93
The 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a very tempting bouquet of lemon curd, frangipane, almond and light white chocolate scents. It is still a little oaky, but that will integrate with time. The palate is well balanced with a rounded, marmalade-tinged opening, then veers toward a curiously "fishy" second half, almost like a Chenin Blanc in style! Maybe this is just a phase it’s going through. Give it 3–5 years in bottle.
vinous
2020
Rating:
93
–95
The 2020 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a lifted, liquorice-tinged bouquet that opens beautifully in the glass (and has not problem following on from Jadot’s Montrachet!) The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity that cuts through the crisp citrus fruit laced with orange pith, stem ginger and white pepper. There is real cohesion and persistence on the finish - just an excellent Corton-Charlemagne. Closure: Diam