Domaine de Montille - Corton Grand Cru 'Clos du Roi' Red 2013
Red
2013
Burgundy
Corton Grand Cru
100% Pinot Noir
Organic
Grape
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting notes
Very different to the more taciturn Rugiens, this is out-going and immediately alluring. There is a creaminess and softness to the tannins. They do not lack power but are so polished and serve to complement the delicate red and black cherry fruit. Floral notes of cherry blossom and hints of kirsch seduce you even more. Rich but enough freshness to prolong the finish and provide balance. Long and haunting. A top notch Corton. Fermented with two thirds whole bunches and aged in 50% new oak.
Today, the domaine is managed by Etienne and Alix de Montille, Hubert's children who also were originally steered towards a legal career. The domaine now has 20 hectares of vines, including 15 of grand and premier crus, on the best climats of Burgundy, in white and red! Domaine de Montille now produces its wines using biodynamic methodology, perpetuating the tradition of innovation and excellence introduced by Hubert de Montille. Etienne and Alix also created a mini trading structure, Maison Deux Montille Soeur Frère.
