Corton Charlemagne AOC - Joseph Drouhin

The elegant Corton Charlemagne of Joseph Drouhin shines into the glass with a bright golden yellow. When swirling the glass, one can perceive a perfect balance in this white wine, as it does not stand out on the walls of the glass, neither watery nor syrupy or liqueur-like. In the glass, this white wine from Joseph Drouhin reveals aromas of quince, pear, apricot, nashi pear and plum, complemented by other fruity nuances. This dry white wine from Joseph Drouhin is ideal for wine drinkers who prefer to drink bone dry. Balanced and complex, this light and velvety white wine presents itself on the palate. Finally, the finish of this white wine from the Burgundy wine region, more precisely from Côte de Beaune and Haute Côtes de Beaune, delights with a beautiful reverberation. The finish is also accompanied by mineral hints of the soils dominated by marl and limestone.

Vinification of the Joseph Drouhin Corton Charlemagne

The basis for the balanced Corton Charlemagne from Burgundy are grapes from the Chardonnay grape variety. In Burgundy, the vines that produce the grapes for this wine grow on soils of limestone and marl. After the grape harvest, the grapes are quickly taken to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully broken up. Then fermentation takes place in the controlled temperature. At its end .

Food recommendation for the Corton Charlemagne by Joseph Drouhin

This French white wine is best enjoyed moderately chilled at 11 - 13°C. It is perfect as an accompaniment to coconut-lime fish curry, fruity endive salad or omelet with salmon and fennel.

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