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At the edge of the wood of the Corton Hill, the parcelLe Charlemagnefaces southwest and extends to the top of the hill overlooking the commune of Aloxe-Corton. According to legend, Charlemagne, king of the Franks, ceded a land of vines in 775 to the Chanoines who belonged to the Collegiate Church called Saint-Andoche de Saulieu. To show his gratitude, the Chanoines are said to have named these vines after him.
Corton-Charlemagnepresents notes of citrus fruits, lime blossom and cloves on the nose. The mouth is lively but generous, characterized by an elegant minerality that makes for a refreshing sensation.
Accompaniments:Foie gras, large shellfish, sea bream with candied lemon, fattened hen in a cream sauce, veal in a white sauce, blue cheese or evenEpoissescheese...
Producer: Domaine Michel Mallard et Fils
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Varietal: Chardonnay
Appellation: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Vintage: 2015
Size: 1.5L
