Domaine Des Croix, Corton Les Grèves Grand Cru 2018

Domaine Des Croix Corton Les Grèves Grand Cru 2018 is a poised and powerful red Burgundy that showcases the elegance and depth Pinot Noir can achieve on the fabled slopes of Corton. From a highly regarded vintage in Burgundy, this wine delivers both immediate pleasure and impressive aging potential. Sourced from the prestigious Les Grèves climat, it reflects meticulous craftsmanship and a clear sense of place in every glass.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2018 Corton Les Grèves Grand Cru shows a deep, luminous ruby color with garnet highlights toward the rim, hinting at both concentration and refinement. The nose opens with dark cherry, black raspberry, and wild strawberry, layered with notes of violet, rose petal, and crushed stone. With air, more complex nuances emerge—subtle hints of forest floor, sweet spice, cedar, and a touch of cocoa. On the palate, the wine is structured yet refined, with a core of ripe red and black fruits framed by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Flavors of Morello cherry, red plum, and blackcurrant are supported by savory undertones of earth, graphite, and a gentle smokiness from well-judged oak. The finish is long and persistent, marked by mineral tension and a mouthwatering salinity that is characteristic of top Corton. While already approachable with proper aeration, this 2018 has the balance and structure to age gracefully for 10–15+ years, gaining further complexity and silkiness over time.

Production
Les Grèves is one of the most esteemed climats on the Corton hill, with well-drained, stony limestone-clay soils that naturally limit yields and concentrate flavor in the Pinot Noir grapes. The slope’s exposure allows for optimal ripening while preserving freshness, a key asset in the ripe 2018 vintage. At Domaine Des Croix, grapes are typically harvested by hand in small crates to protect the fruit, followed by careful sorting to retain only the healthiest bunches. Vinification tends to favor a gentle extraction, often with a proportion of whole clusters to enhance aromatics and structure, and fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vats. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels—often with a restrained use of new oak—to allow the terroir of Corton Les Grèves to shine through, resulting in a wine of clarity, depth, and precision.

Food & Serving
This Grand Cru Corton pairs beautifully with refined, savory dishes that can match its depth and structure: roasted duck breast, lamb saddle with herbs, veal in jus, or game birds such as partridge or pheasant. It also works wonderfully with mushroom-based dishes—think wild mushroom risotto or truffled poultry—and aged hard cheeses like Comté or mature Gruyère. Serve at 15–17°C (59–63°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and freshness. Young bottles benefit from 1–2 hours of decanting to soften the tannins and open the bouquet, while older, cellared bottles should be decanted briefly and handled gently to preserve their evolved nuances.

Producer
Domaine Des Croix, led by winemaker David Croix, has quickly established itself as one of the most thoughtful and terroir-focused producers in Burgundy. Based in Beaune, the domaine is known for its meticulous work in the vineyard and cellar, with a particular focus on expressing the subtle differences between individual climats. Over the years, Domaine Des Croix has earned a strong reputation among Burgundy enthusiasts for producing wines that are both precise and soulful, with admirable aging potential. Its holdings in prestigious sites such as Corton Les Grèves underscore the domaine’s significance in the Côte d’Or, and its wines frequently receive high praise from international critics and collectors alike.

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