Corton Bressandes Grand Cru 2021 3000ml

The 2021 Corton Bressandes Grand Cru from Philippe Pacalet exemplifies the elegant side of this well-positioned sector of the Corton hill, while reflecting both Pacalet's naturalist philosophy and the cooler character of the vintage.

The nose is refined and precise, offering bright red fruits and subtle floral notes, complemented by delicate spices and a pronounced mineral character typical of Corton's limestone-rich soils. The aromatic profile shows remarkable clarity and detail, characteristics of the cooler 2021 vintage.

On the palate, the wine displays impressive tension and energy rather than overt power. The structure is sophisticated and well-defined, with fine-grained tannins providing elegant support to the pure fruit core. The wine shows particular transparency to its terroir, with the cooler vintage allowing the mineral aspects of Bressandes to shine through. The finish is long and detailed, with waves of red fruit and mineral notes that continue to unfold.

This wine brilliantly demonstrates both the refined nature of Corton Bressandes and Pacalet's commitment to transparent, terroir-driven winemaking in what proved to be a more classical vintage.

Country/Region: France, Burgundy

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle Size: 3000ml

Ratings: BH 92-94

Best serve at 17 – 18°C