Louis Lequin
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019
| Denomination | AOC Corton Grand Cru |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Burgundy (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged for 10–12 months in French oak barriques (20–30% new) on the lees, with regular bâtonnage. |
- Name and vintage: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019, still white wine, 13.5% vol
- Origin: Aloxe-Corton, Languettes area near Clos du Roi, Burgundy
- Grape variety and harvest: 100% Chardonnay, entirely hand-picked
- Vinification: fermented in French oak barriques with indigenous yeasts
- Profile and production: notes of white flowers and honey, elegant minerality; production of around 1,500 bottles
Description
What kind of wine it is
Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru by Louis Lequin is a white wine from Burgundy made from Chardonnay grapes. It stands out for its structured style and pronounced mineral character. The golden colour heralds a complex aromatic profile, with notes of white flowers, honey and spices. On the palate, the Chardonnay displays an elegant and balanced structure, with a lively tension that culminates in a persistent finish.
Where it comes from
It originates in Aloxe-Corton, Burgundy, in the renowned Languettes area. The plot, located near Clos du Roi, offers ideal conditions for grape ripening. The unique soil characteristics impart a typical mineral finesse consistent with the expressiveness of the terroir. Integrated farming practices and manual harvesting are favoured to preserve the integrity of the fruit.
How it is produced
After pressing, fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in French oak barrels. The process continues until spring, enhancing the aromatic complexity. Ageing lasts about a year on the lees, enriched by regular bâtonnage which defines the wine's volume. The use of new oak refines the details of this limited production.
History and Curiosities
A product of the centuries-old tradition of the Louis Lequin family, the Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019 embodies the authenticity of a prestigious plot located in Aloxe-Corton. The Chardonnay grapes, harvested entirely by hand, undergo a slow fermentation with indigenous yeasts in French oak barriques. The meticulous ageing on the lees imparts a vibrant mineral finesse to the palate, enriched by elegant nuances of honey and white flowers. This gem of Burgundy, produced in a limited edition of 1,500 bottles, offers an extraordinary tasting experience.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
I prune the Pinot Noir vines according to the Cordon de Royat method; this allows me to limit the yield, to aerate the vine and to give more sunlight to the grapes. These factors give greater grape maturity, more colour and more flavour. Read more
| Name | Louis Lequin Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Corton AOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Vendor | Louis Lequin |
| Story | History and Curiosities A product of the centuries-old tradition of the Louis Lequin family, the Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019 embodies the authenticity of a prestigious plot located in Aloxe-Corton. The Chardonnay grapes, harvested entirely by hand, undergo a slow fermentation with indigenous yeasts in French oak barriques. The meticulous ageing on the lees imparts a vibrant mineral finesse to the palate, enriched by elegant nuances of honey and white flowers. This gem of Burgundy, produced in a limited edition of 1,500 bottles, offers an extraordinary tasting experience. |
| Origin | Aloxe-Corton (France), Languettes area; Domaine vineyards in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Corton and Nuits-Saint-Georges |
| Fermentation | Until the spring following the harvest |
| Production technique | Fermentation in French oak barriques with indigenous yeasts, ageing on the lees with bâtonnage |
| Wine making | White grapes are destemmed and pressed; fermentation takes place exclusively with indigenous yeasts entirely in French oak barriques (20–30% new), with a prolonged duration until the spring following the harvest; maturation for 10–12 months in French oak barriques on the lees with regular bâtonnage. |
| Aging | Aged for 10–12 months in French oak barriques (20–30% new) on the lees, with regular bâtonnage. |
| Year production | 1500 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |