Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Cuvée François de Salins
Albert Bichot’s view
Bright, luminous color. Nose marked by a variety of yellow fruits, flowers and sweet spices (nutmeg). Generous palate with mineral tension. An exceptional wine that deserves to age to reach its peak.
Food pairings
Cauliflower purée, braised fennel, scallops, hard cheeses (comté, parmesan)
Corton Charlemagne has the distinction of being the highest altitude Grand Cru in Burgundy. Located halfway between Aloxe-Corton and Pernand-Vergelesses in the "Le Charlemagne" climat, the south/southwest-facing vines grow on clay-rich marl soils. The wine is rich, powerful and mineral (gunflint), with long ageing potential (15-20 years).
- Region: Côte de Beaune
- Village: Aloxe-Corton
- Level: Grand Cru
- Appellation: orton Charlemagne Grand Cru
- Varietal: Chardonnay
- Plots: Le Charlemagne 0.48 ha.
Vinification and aging
This Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Cuvée François de Salins has been skilfully vinified by the Domaine des Hospices de Beaune. Sold every year at the Hospices auction on the 3rd Sunday in November, Albert Bichot regularly buys this great wine on behalf of clients who then entrust us with its ageing in our cellars. During this important period, thanks to meticulous work and the blending of a variety of barrels, we further develop its complexity and potential.Le Domaine des Hospices de Beaune est certifié bio depuis la récolte 2024 et bien entendu nous élevons dans nos caves Albert Bichot ce vin en respectant cette philosophie respectueuse de l’environnement.
History of the cuvée
The Salins name is naturally associated with Guigone, co-founder of the Hospices de Beaune. However, she had several descendants who were also benefactors of the institution, including François de Salins. A priest and Canon of the Collegiale Notre-Dame de Beaune, he donated his vineyards of Savigny and Aloxe to the Hôtel-Dieu in 1745. The vineyards face south and southwest. They are located on the historic Le Charlemagne hillside, rising up from the narrow road between Pernand and Aloxe-Corton. 58% of the vines date back to 1944, while 27% were planted in 1981 and the remainder in 1998.
