Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Chandon De Briailles |
Label Name: | Corton Bressandes Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2023 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Corton (Aloxe‑Corton / Ladoix), Côte de Beaune, Burgundy |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Noted reviews include Jasper Morris MW (2023/2024 tasting) 92–95; Decanter tasting entry (2023); Burghound/Allen Meadows coverage (92–95 range reported for nearby vintages); Wine Advocate/William Kelley noted strong scores for recent vintages (circa low-mid 90s)
Tasting Note
Ripe black cherry and bramble with violet, black pepper and subtle smoke. Stony minerality, bright acid drive, firm yet polished tannins and a long savory finish—powerful yet elegant Grand Cru Pinot Noir.
Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses; Asian: Peking duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, miso‑glazed salmon.
Production Method
Hand-harvested, biodynamic viticulture; fermented with significant whole-cluster inclusion and indigenous yeasts; aged 14–18 months in French oak (barrel/large foudre).
Vineyard Info
Domaine Chandon de Briailles, founded 1834, run by siblings Claude and François de Nicolay; converted to organic then biodynamic viticulture, producing traditionally styled Corton Grand Crus.