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Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in Burgundy, Bouchard Père et Fils has truly become an institution, known for the exceptional quality of their wines and the diversity of its many vineyards.
Founded in 1731, Bouchard Père et Fils has built up an estate of 130ha and, collectively, is the largest owner of Grand Crus (12ha) and Premier Crus (74ha) across the Côte d’Or. Bouchard Père et Fils represents almost one hundred ‘climats’ or uniquely diverse vineyards, including prestigious monopoles such as ‘Beaune Grèves Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus’ and ‘Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte’.
The first traces of vineyards at Aloxe-Corton date back to the 2nd Century B.C. The writer, Guy de Maupassant contributed to its reputation by calling it the "Roi des bons vivants" in his famous novel "Bel Ami". Corton is the only red Grand Cru on the Côte de Beaune and the only Grand Cru on the Côte d'Or to be divided into "sous climats". "Le Corton" is the historic vineyard that gave the name to the Corton appellation.
Intense bouquet with aromas of red and black fruit, spices and a touch a oak. Rich and structured on the palate, this wine needs a bit of patience in order to reveal its raciness and great distinction. Excellent ageing potential." - Bouchard Pere & Fils
Venison, game birds, full-flavoured cheeses.
Ripe yet decidedly cool and very, very fresh aromas include those of spice, purple fruit, the sauvage, and plenty of newly turned earth character.
The mouthfeel of the caressing middleweight plus flavors is surprisingly refined with excellent power and focus on the balanced and persistent if markedly compact finale, making it a 'buy and forget you own it' wine.
