Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2023, Château de Meursault

Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2023, Château de Meursault is the great white of the range, born on the hill of Corton. A massive wine in its youth, often closed during its first years, which asks for cellar time before it truly gives itself up.

Corton-Charlemagne forms a belt around the upper part of the hill of Corton, across the communes of Aloxe-Corton, Pernand-Vergelesses and Ladoix-Serrigny. The best exposures run from south-west to south-east, on white marl rich in limestone that gives Chardonnay an uncommon structure and acidity. It is the most powerful white Grand Cru of the Côte de Beaune, often reserved for five years, then capable of developing over more than twenty years on candied citrus, hazelnut and an almost saline minerality.

Château de Meursault is one of the finest estates in the Côte de Beaune. The fief of Moulin Foulot, from which it comes, dates back to the 11th century. Bought in 2012 by Olivier Halley, the estate has since expanded its vineyard: 65 hectares spread over about a hundred parcels, farmed under certified organic agriculture, producing five Grands Crus, twenty Premiers Crus and a dozen village and regional appellations. The estate sells entirely direct, and 100 % of its production comes from its own vines.

Key points

• Origin: France, Bourgogne, Côte de Beaune
• Appellation: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
• Estate: Château de Meursault
• Grape variety: Chardonnay 100 %
• Vintage: 2023
• Colour: White wine
• Viticulture: Certified organic agriculture
• Volume: 75 cl

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Pale green gold in youth, slowly turning amber over the years
• Nose: Lemon, flint, hazelnut, emerging honey, browned butter with time
• Palate: Powerful and vertical, imposing acidity, very long saline finish

Serving and cellaring

Serve this Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru at 12 to 14 °C. Its cellaring potential is eight to twenty years. Keep the bottle lying down, at a stable temperature, away from light and vibration.

Food pairings

Lobster à l'américaine, turbot roasted in butter, poularde demi-deuil, white truffle. A three-year-old Comté holds the conversation.

Going further

Read what a Grand Cru in Bourgogne is, the Côte de Beaune and how to choose a Chardonnay for the cellar. Find every cuvée in our Château de Meursault collection, and the rest of our Burgundy selection in the Bourgogne collection or among our white wines.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Corton-Charlemagne known for its ageing?

Because of its limestone marl and its altitude, which give high acidity and dense material. The wine needs several years for its structure to knit together, and can then hold two decades without weakening.

At what temperature should it be served?

Between 12 and 14 °C, a little warmer than an everyday white. Served too cold, it stays closed and shows only its acidity. A large white wine glass helps it express itself markedly.

How is the bottle shipped?

Delivery is free within France on orders from 300 €. Every bottle is packed with care and sent by tracked shipping.