France • Burgundy • Corton Grand Cru • Pinot Noir • Domaine du Château de Meursault • Estate Bottled • 75cl bottle

Corton Grand Cru 2012 – Château de Meursault

Corton Grand Cru 2012 from Château de Meursault embodies the noble structure of Burgundy’s only Grand Cru for red wines on the Côte de Beaune. Combining power, finesse and mineral tension, this vintage reveals a precise and age-worthy expression of Pinot Noir from an exceptional hillside terroir.

Overview

Corton Grand Cru is one of Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations, located on the legendary Corton hill, spanning the communes of Aloxe-Corton, Pernand-Vergelesses and Ladoix-Serrigny. Château de Meursault, a historic estate with centuries of winemaking tradition, produces wines that reflect both the power and refinement of this unique terroir.

The vineyard benefits from limestone and marl-rich soils, with excellent drainage and ideal sun exposure. This terroir gives rise to structured Pinot Noir wines with depth, mineral backbone and remarkable aging potential. The 2012 vintage, marked by low yields and concentrated fruit, delivers intensity, purity and balance.

This Corton expresses a classic Grand Cru profile, where richness is balanced by freshness, and where structure and aromatic finesse evolve harmoniously over time.

Tasting Notes

Nose:
The nose reveals aromas of black cherry, wild berries and plum, layered with notes of earth, forest floor and spice. Subtle hints of smoke and oak add complexity.

Palate:
The palate is structured and refined, with a firm yet elegant tannic frame. Rich fruit concentration is balanced by fresh acidity and a distinct mineral tension, typical of Corton’s limestone terroir. The texture is both powerful and precise.

Finish:
Long and persistent, the finish unfolds on notes of dark fruit, spice and mineral nuances, leaving a lasting impression of depth and nobility.