2023 Pierre Girardin Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 750ml

About This Wine This Grand Cru Chardonnay comes from Pierre-Vincent Girardin’s holdings on the east and south-east slopes of Corton-Charlemagne in Aloxe-Corton. The site’s clay-limestone soils with white marl and scattered stones provide tension, minerality and precision. Whole-cluster vinification followed by élevage in 456L French oak barrels and finishing in stainless steel shapes a wine that is energetic, focused and built for extended ageing. Tasting Notes Nose Gunflint, mineral notes and citrus accents from the clay-limestone soil and cool exposure. Palate Tense and sharp, with focused acidity and energy. Fresh, saline and mineral-driven, supported by fine oak integration. Long, tight, and structured. Finish Persistent, mineral and saline, carrying tension and precision. About the Winery Pierre-Vincent Girardin is a 13th-generation Burgundian winemaker who founded his own label at age 21, sourcing exceptional terroirs through longstanding family relationships. Today his cuvées span top sites including Puligny-Montrachet Folatières, Volnay Clos des Chênes, Pommard Epenots and Corton-Charlemagne. Specifications Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay Classification: Grand Cru Fermentation: Whole-cluster vinification Maturation: 12 months in 456L new French oak (100% new), then 5 months in stainless steel Closure: Cork Ownership: Girardin family Sweetness: Dry