PYCM Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022

CRITICAL ACCLAIM:

This exquisite version of Corton Charlemagne boasts quince and grapefruit aromas adorned with hints of acacia flowers, butter, and spice. The texture is full-bodied and rich but not heavy, with a freshness and concentration that lift it to the next level. The grapes are sourced from two parcels on the hill of Corton: one site in En Charlemagne facing west (for freshness), and one in Languettes facing south (for richness). Colin opines that the Charlemagne vines are much better than 30 years ago. He tries to pick both at the same time for balance. – 96 PTS, CLAIRE COCKS, DECANTER (01/2024)

Soaring from the glass with notes of creamy yogurt, lemon zest and white flowers, this adds crushed limestone and green apple peel on the palate. Firm acidity threads around the silky mouthfeel and chisels the finish into a pleasantly dry texture. This is a perky Corton Charlemagne that surprisingly offers upfront appeal. – 96 PTS, TIM ATKIN (01/2024)

“Colin’s 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru shows considerable promise, wafting from the glass with aromas of crisp yellow orchard fruit, freshly baked bread, confit citrus, beeswax and hazelnuts. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with good depth at the core, racy acids and a taut, electric profile, it’s built for the cellar. The 2022 vintage is another success for Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey, in style somewhat reminiscent, at this early stage, of the estate’s 2020s.” – 94-95 PTS, WILLIAM KELLEY, WINE ADVOCATE (01/2024)