Vincent Girardin, Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Quintessence

"Aromas of pear, buttered toast, quince, white flowers and fresh bread introduce the 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Quintessence de Corton-Charlemagne, a full-bodied, layered and intense wine that's racy and electric, with terrific concentration, tangy acids and a long, intensely sapid finish." WA

"Smoky green fruit, spiced apple, floral and subtle spice wisps serve as an elegant introduction to the vibrant and well-detailed if not especially dense medium weight flavors that possess both fine focus and excellent length on the sneaky long and youthfully austere finish. This isn't nearly as refined as the Combettes, but it offers even better depth." AM