Product Overview
The 2020 Corton Grand Cru Blanc from Domaine A&C Parent is a striking white Burgundy that embodies the rare power and elegance of this Grand Cru site—Le Rognet et Corton—on the hill of Corton, better known for its reds but capable of producing white wines of immense character when in the right hands. This wine is a Chardonnay of gravitas, built with both richness and restraint, and offers a vivid snapshot of what makes Corton Blanc so compelling.
In the glass, the wine immediately signals its pedigree. Aromatically, it layers ripe orchard fruits, lemon oil, citrus zest, and subtle white flowers over a discreet yet present framework of new oak and mineral reduction. There’s nothing overt or flamboyant here—just quiet complexity that unfolds with air.
On the palate, it's muscular and broad without being heavy. There’s a creamy core of fruit (pear, apple, citrus confit), wrapped in zesty acidity and a deep, chalky minerality that leaves a lingering impression. The balance of dry extract and acidity gives the wine both immediate appeal and serious aging potential.
This is not just a wine of fruit or wood—it’s a complete, cerebral white Burgundy that tells a story of its place. With the right pairing—lobster, scallops, or poultry with morels—it can be transcendent. But it’s also a contemplative wine for a quiet evening, where its subtleties can be fully appreciated.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Corton Grand Cru AOC
Aging: 14-18 months in French oak
Importer's Notes:
"Along with her sister Catherine representing the 12th generation, Anne Parent has taken over the Domaine from their father, Jacques. The Parents have been in burgundy since the 17th century and corresponded with Thomas Jefferson for many years.
The vineyards have been certified organic since 2013 and are working on biodynamic certification. The wines are bottled without fining or filtration.
Anne Parent is one of my favorite people on the planet and we have become good friends over the years, and 2020 was her 23rd harvest. I refer to her as the 'Queen of Pommard'."
