Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Charlemagne Blanc Vintage:2020 showing terrific balance and a

showing terrific balance and a long

Over the last six months the 2004 Cristal has come together beautifully and is shaping up to be a truly great

(from a 1 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines that see 40% new wood)

The 2001 isn't quite as structured as the 1999

This will require at least 15 years to be at its best and 20 would not surprise me

Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Charlemagne Blanc Vintage:2020 showing terrific balance and a(from a huge 3. 65 ha plot in Le Corton). A restrained and cool nose combines notes of green apple and pear with those of lemon rind and white flower that, once again, are set off by a discreet note of wood nuances. As one would reasonably expect, the mouthfeel of the medium weight flavors that possess a lovely texture on the lightly mineral inflected, focused finish that displays noticeable warmth and a touch of sweetness.