Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Chandon De Briailles
Label Name:
 
Corton Blanc Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Aloxe‑Corton, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Method:
 
Biodynamic viticulture; vertical pressing, fermented in 10hL tuns/demi-muids and foudres, aged 20–30 months on lees in a mix of stockinger foudres and neutral oak.
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
12-14
Tasting Note:
 
Mineral-driven, floral and citrus-scented Chardonnay with pear, white peach, beeswax and chalky stone notes. Medium‑full, racy acidity, saline minerality and a long, precise finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: lobster, roast chicken or capon with morels, creamy poultry, grilled sea bass. Asian: miso‑glazed cod, tempura prawns, sushi (fatty cuts), steamed fish with ginger & scallions, Cantonese roast chicken.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Chandon de Briailles, family estate since 1834 (de Nicolay family). Small holdings on Corton hill; produces Grand Crus using organic/biodynamic practices and horse cultivation.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Selected professional scores for the 2020 Corton (Chandon de Briailles): Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 92–94; Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy) 92–94; Burghound 91–94. (sources: domaine and critic reviews)