Corton Charlemagne 2020 Domaine Clos de la Chapelle

Professional reviews

Winespectator (95)

A racy, well-delineated white introduced by penetrating aromas of lime blossoms and citronella, with apple, stone and lemon oil flavors joining in. This wine's complex mix of flavors is complemented by subtle, beautifully integrated oak. Balanced and long, ending with echoes of citrus, mineral and oak spices.

Jasper Morris (94)

These vines were late starters and so mostly escaped frost, hence 40 hl/ha. Sorted to remove a small amount of oidium. 2 new barrels in 7. Fresh glowing lemon colour. The bouquet is powerful and as yet undeveloped. This has structure and some weight, a light lime touch, a biscuity note from the barrel, quite strict and very backward. Some fresh apples reappear at the back. Dormant but promising.

Burghound (93)

A subtle but not invisible application of wood surrounds the aromas of just sliced green apple, mineral reduction and a similar array of citrus elements. There is first-rate intensity to the broad-shouldered and powerful flavors that deliver excellent length on the stony, clean and very dry but not especially austere finale. Like the Sous Frétille, this could use better depth but in this case, more will also certainly develop in time.