1999 Corton Charlemagne
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The 1999 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru from Bertrand Ambroise, here served from magnum, was showing well. It offers an engaging flinty bouquet that is not unlike a Chablis in style, quite reserved and focused. The palate is almost the opposite, much more flamboyant with candied, slightly peachy fruit, well balanced with well-judged acidity maintaining freshness and poise on the finish. It actually appeared to gain more harmony as it opened in the glass. Very fine. Tasted November 2016.
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Pierre Rovani
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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Hints of toast can be detected in the deep, rich, white fruit-dominated aromas of the 1999 Corton-Charlemagne. This concentrated, broad, juicy, medium-bodied wine has outstanding depth and a powerful, mineral-dominated flavor profile. It is pure, detailed, well-delineated, and finishes with a long, lemon-flavored finish. Drink it over the next 6-7 years. Wine Advocate.February, 2001