{"product_id":"jean-gagnerot-corton-charlemagne-grand-cru-2021","title":"Jean Gagnerot Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJean Gagnerot Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is a still white wine that faithfully expresses the character of \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e in Burgundy. It displays a golden yellow colour, heralding a bouquet of herbal notes, orange blossom and hints of brioche, enriched by pronounced mineral nuances. On the palate, it is enveloping, structured and powerful, well balanced by refined acidity. The sip reveals flavours of citrus and toasted hazelnut, finishing with a \u003cstrong\u003elong, saline finish\u003c\/strong\u003e that suggests remarkable ageing potential. This flavour profile pairs harmoniously with \u003cstrong\u003edelicate shellfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, poultry in creamy sauces and soft cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis robustly structured white originates from the Corton hill, in the renowned Côte de Beaune. The vineyards of Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru stretch across \u003cstrong\u003esteep, north-facing slopes\u003c\/strong\u003e, an ideal position that captures the morning sun and cool breezes, promoting balanced grape ripening. The \u003cstrong\u003erich brownish-red limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the presence of marl and potassium, impart energy and vigour to the wine. This unique terroir gives a distinct \u003cstrong\u003emineral imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e that defines a taut character, combining precision, clarity and genuine longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production process begins with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by gentle pressing to extract a clear must. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, imparting volume and complexity without overshadowing the freshness of the fruit. Maturation continues for eighteen months in the same barrels, using half new wood, and is accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003eregular bâtonnage\u003c\/strong\u003e on the fine lees. This technique gives the wine a deep creaminess, while maintaining clear structural definition and vibrant flavour tension.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru by Jean Gagnerot represents the pinnacle of expression of the renowned Corton hill in \u003cstrong\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Linked to the historic Maison Charles Thomas, this outstanding wine is the result of an expert eighteen-month maturation in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhanced by regular bâtonnage. This refined artisanal technique gives the wine an extraordinarily silky texture and unparalleled structural power, ensuring an exceptional \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e that exceeds a decade, much to the delight of the most discerning collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Gagnerot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44971572723883,"sku":"55940","price":229.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/jean-gagnerot-corton-charlemagne-grand-cru-2021_55940_1_ca1db79d-d906-42c7-ac6e-1e64e297584d.webp?v=1773761598","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-dk\/products\/jean-gagnerot-corton-charlemagne-grand-cru-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}