Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Blanc 2018Cool and restrained aromas are comprised by aromas of green apple, mineral reduction, airy floral and an interesting hint of tangerine peel. There is both good volume and intensity to the beautifully delineated and overtly mineral driven flavors that possess riper acidity on the balanced citrus tinged finale. This needs to develop more depth but the potential aging curve is such that it should develop in time. Country Region: France, Burgundy Grape

Grape Variety: Merlot 45%

cedar and wilted rose petal

It has a soft character

along with hints of smoke and vanilla

The 2016 Pichon-Longueville Baron is picked between 3 and 18 October at 39 hectoliters per hectare for estate (therefore the Grand Vin will be less)

kirsch and black raspberries plus nuances of cinnamon stick

The wine is well-balanced with a refreshing acidity that gives it a long and satisfying finish

This needs to develop more depth but the underlying material appears to be such that it should in time

The robe is yellow colour

the 2009 Cheval Blanc offers up profound notions of baked blueberries

candied violets and lavender over a core of warm red and black plums

dry with a long and fine acidity