Bonneau Martray, Corton Charlemagne Blanc other_regions The 2004 Brut Cristal has

The 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year

the 2016 is magnificent

underbrush and oak nuances

I very much like the precision and sense of verve here – note however that patience will be required

Locked and loaded with phenomenal notes of jammy black raspberries

Bonneau Martray, Corton Charlemagne Blanc other_regions The 2004 Brut Cristal hasA very subtle hint of wood frames the restrained, airy, cool and very fresh nose of green apple, citrus and lightly spiced pear aromas that include a touch of mineral reduction. The intensely mineral driven flavors possess a mouth feel of pure silk thanks to the ample amount of dry extract that buffers well the very firm and bright acidity that supports the transparent, long and refined finish. This bone dry effort is beautifully well balanced and