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Tollot-Beaut, Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru

Other, France 2016 (750mL)
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Tollot-Beaut, Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru

The Tollot family represents a long lineage of grape growers that date back to the late 1880s. Their home base is the village of Chorey-lès-Beaune, but over the years have expanded their holdings to include two monopoles and a few Grand Cru holding on the Hill of Corton. “Corton-Bressandes is a well-known, east-facing climate noted for its high limestone contents that adds finesse, depth, and purity to a finished wine. We love this climate for its velvety depth that is revealed in its youth. A seductive perfume will be detected with this 2016 release after ample airtime. 


On sight, the wine exhibits a beautiful, concentrated dark ruby core with light garnet reflections on the rim. The warm, generous nose allures with fragrances of beautiful wild berries: huckleberry, wild strawberry, red and black cherry mingle with wild mushroom, tree moss, damp forest, and a vast array of florals. You get earthiness without the funk. The dense, concentrated palate is structured yet approachably soft. There’s a warm spiral of cherry and dark plum with a fall-meets-winter spice.” A joy to drink now, its best years will likely be 5-6 years from now, when we will see even more pronounced savory and umami characteristics. The wine showcases luxury without the $300+ Grand Cru price tag!

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