Louis Jadot - Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2008
Scores: Robert Parker 93/100, Bettane & Desseauve 19/20
“The 2008 Corton-Charlemagne reveals a charming bouquet of pastry and vanilla, with notes of apricot blossom that develop with aeration. The palate is crisp on the attack with grapefruit, pineapple, and a hint of melted butter. Beautiful acidity with a passion fruit finish. This Corton-Charlemagne is just beginning to open up, though I would be inclined to let it age another three or four years in the bottle.” (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker)
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Eye
pale gold color with green highlights
Nose
reveals aromas typical of great Burgundies, such as cinnamon, white flowers, walnut, amber, and pepper
Palate
A powerful wine that reflects its terroir and, over the years, will develop great finesse and extreme elegance
Serve
at 12-14°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2013
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairings
This wine pairs well with fine, refined cuisine featuring shellfish, fish, and certain white meats or poultry in cream sauce...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2025 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
The Gagey family’s involvement with this true gem of Burgundy’s historical heritage began upon the death of Louis-Auguste Jadot. With no heir, the estate was entrusted in 1962 to André Gagey, who remained its manager until 1991, when he handed the reins to his son Pierre-Henry, who now oversees the 225 hectares of vineyards. Since 2011, winemaking has been overseen by Frédéric Barnier, who has seamlessly succeeded Jacques Lardière, further improving the consistency and uniformity of all vintages. The whites are pneumatically pressed and fermented directly in barrels, where they undergo aging on the lees with periodic stirring for 12 to 20 months. The red wines are vinified with the stems removed but without crushing, without cold pre-fermentation, and undergo a vatting period of 25 to 27 days before beginning their aging for 12 to 22 months in barrels, one-third of which are new.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This prestigious wine merchant is run with great efficiency by Pierre-Henry Gagey, who is deeply involved in Burgundy. The company boasts an exceptionally extensive range and a superb collection of terroirs, encompassing the major Burgundian appellations. Frédéric Barnier, who has been in charge of winemaking since 2012, is gradually making his mark by refining the wines. Consistency is one of this house’s strengths. While the whites display beautiful balance, the reds are austere and severe, with oak notes that dominate the fruit and even hints of acetate that, this year, make it difficult to assess certain vintages. Let’s hope this is temporary, as the company’s reputation is at stake.
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
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