Corton Bressandes Grand Cru 2021The 2021 Corton Bressandes Grand Cru from Philippe Pacalet exemplifies the elegant side of this well positioned sector of the Corton hill, while reflecting both Pacalet's naturalist philosophy and the cooler character of the vintage. The nose is refined and precise, offering bright red fruits and subtle floral notes, complemented by delicate spices and a pronounced mineral character typical of Corton's limestone rich soils. The aromatic profile shows

Drink 2030 - 2070

not a descriptor often applied to Montrose

This is a powerful Gevrey villages with plenty of robust muscularity though the solidly complex finish is austere

Now in bottle

Ratings: WS 90 | WA 89

showing both the warmth of the 2022 vintage and the natural freshness of the site's elevation and exposure

cropped at 33 hectoliters per hectare and matured in 85% new oak

The 2020 Echézeaux Grand Cru from Philippe Charlopin demonstrates the nobility and complexity expected from this esteemed grand cru vineyard

concentrated and mouth coating finish that manages to remain impeccably well-balanced

while showcasing Rapet's skilled interpretation of this renowned terroir

the vine grower accompanies it

a few apples behind