France — wine

Corton-Charlemagne

Burgundy's largest and most powerful white Grand Cru, covering the upper slopes of the Corton hill shared between Aloxe-Corton, Pernand-Vergelesses, and Ladoix-Serrigny. Corton-Charlemagne Chardonnay is more powerful and structured than Puligny or Meursault — mineral, spicy, and built for long aging. The legend traces back to Emperor Charlemagne planting white vines to keep his beard clean.

Year Rating Notes
2022 exceptional
2021 excellent
2020 exceptional
2019 very_good
2018 excellent