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Vincent Girardin, Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2022 Corton-Charlemagne "Quintessence" Grand Cru comes from a parcel close to the cross. The marine-influenced bouquet has touches of sea spray and estuarine scents, lemon sherbet and orange zest aromas developing in the glass. The palate is well-balanced with a finely tuned entry, citrus peel and orange rind, lightly spiced with a somewhat conservative but lengthy finish.
About the Producer
The story begins in Santenay where Vincent’s father, Jean Girardin, divided up his estate between his four children when Vincent attained the age of 18 in 1982, which each sibling receiving three hectares. Vincent began to bottle his own wines, purchased some additional vineyards and rented others. A negociant business was started In 1994, and as this thrived Vincent was albe to increase his vineyard holdings. Presently the domaine has almost 22 hectares, almost all in white wine appellations, with plans to increase this. Early picking, less new oak and a search for vibrancy in whites and reds are the hallmarks of this Domain, which has been fully biodynamic from 2008, undergoing certification from 2009.
