Bouchard Père & Fils : Le Corton Grand cru Domaine 2020

A Corton red wine that harmoniously combines power and refinement

The estate

The Bouchard Père & Fils estate was founded in Beaune in 1731. With almost three centuries of history, Bouchard Père & Fils is one of the oldest estates in Burgundy. At the head of an exceptional estate in the Côte d'Or, the family’s 9th generation still perpetuates their unique know-how in the art of making fine Burgundian wines.

Built up over the years, the vineyards of Bouchard Père et Fils estate now spread across 130 hectares of vines. Combining prestigious Burgundian appellations and exceptional plots, the Bouchard Père & Fils vineyard owns a truly unique wine heritage.

The vineyard

The Corton Grand Cru Domaine 2020 by Bouchard Père & Fils stems from a vineyard located in the historic plot of the eponymous appellation. The only red Grand Cru in the Côte de Beaune, Corton is also the only one to be divided into sub-climates.

The vinification and ageing

The hand-picked grapes are rigorously sorted and totally or partially destemmed depending on the vintage. Fermentation in small containers. Soft pressing. Vatting time of approximately 15 to 20 days. The wine is aged for 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels (80 to 100% of which are new) in the Bastions cellars of the historic Château de Beaune.

The blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Bouchard Père & Fils’ Le Corton Grand cru Domaine 2020: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Nose

The nose expresses an alluring depth and power.

Palate

The palate is very distinctive and reveals a firm and elegant structure throughout the tasting experience.

Cellaring

Enjoy today, this Burgundy wine can be kept in the cellar until around 2030, enabling it to reveal its full range of aromas.

Food and wine pairing

This wine goes perfectly with wild boar, deer, pheasant, woodcock or strong cheeses.

Service

For an optimal tasting experience, serve between 17°C and 18°C.