Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Blanc Cuvee Roi Soleil 2017 1500ml157th Hospices De Beaune Wine Auction on the 19th November 2017. 2017 Vintage report More delicate flowering for Chardonnay, with alternate days of rain and sun. Some coulure (partial fruit set) will impact future yields. A classic Burgundian summer, with some very hot days at the end of June and July. In September for the Cte de Beaune vineyards. beneficial days of rain. Ludivine Griveau makes sure quality and yields do not go too high, with some

almost ineffable precision

Cabernet Sauvignon 5%

although it feels a little soft on the finish when I needed more precision and backbone

Another very good colour while the nose seems a touch more sombre at first

Merlot 32%

This is for those seeking a more muscular interpretation of Corton

it completely fills the palate with perfumed black berry preserves and superbly plush tannins

earth and varied floral elements

Grape Variety: 80% Grenache

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The finish is long and detailed

An overtly toasty nose is comprised by notes of plum