Louis Jadot Louis Jadot Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022 750ml

This has the classic reserved aromas and handsomely structured palate of the Corton Charlemagne cru, and will only get better with time. Subtle citrus and white peach aromas lead to mineral, Bosc pear, lime and lemon flavors held tightly in acidity and a bit of tannin. Best from 2029.

Round and sumptuous, featuring mint, peach, butter and baking spice aromas and flavors, this white is majestic and complex. A briny seashore element emerges as this develops to the long, detailed aftertaste. Shows harmony yet could use a bit more bottle aging. Excellent finish. Best from 2027 through 2037. 185 cases imported.

The 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot), which is continuing its élevage in foudre, unwinds in the glass with notes of citrus oil, pear, hazelnuts, fresh mint and subtle reduction. Full-bodied, layered and chalky, with a rich core of fruit that's still youthfully tightly wound, it concludes with a long, resonant finish. It's one of the high points of the range this year.

The 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a perfumed nose: scents of brioche, touches of popcorn and plenty of citrus fruit, a step up from the previous vintage. The palate is well-balanced with good weight. But here, I need to discern more precision and terroir expression. Orange pith and tangerine, a touch of apricot towards the finish. Quite a forthright Corton-Charlemagne, but the aromatics outclass the palate at the moment.