Aloxe Corton, Clos du Chapitre, 1er Cru, 2020

Name: Aloxe Corton, Clos du Chapitre, 1er Cru
Brand: Génot Boulanger
Price: 454.73 GBP

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justerini & brooks tasting note

Earthier, broader and more powerful than the estate's other wines, but as Aloxes go, this is as fine as its gets. Earthy bramble and loganberry fruit with a glossy texture carrying the flavours across the palate. This builds further momentum as it rolls towards the finish, revealing notes of sweet spice, plum and damson. A magnificent due south-facing parcel of 50 year old vines towards the bottom of the Clos where the soil is redder clay than further up, with traces of flint and limestone. De-stalked prior to fermentation. Aged in 20% new oak barrels for 12 months followed by 6 months in tank.

critic reviews

89-91/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 2020 Aloxe-Corton Clos de Chapitre 1er Cru has an elegant nose that needed a little coaxing, a mixture of blueberry and black cherry fruit, quite sensual though not powerful. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, taut and fresh, a touch of acidity with an cracked black pepper note that perks up the finish. Drink this over the next 12 to 15 years.

DRINKING WINDOW 2024 - 2037

date of review 12/2021