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RATED 5/5 ON TRUSTPILOTCorton Charlemagne ‘La Croix’ Grand Cru ‘Ex Cellar 2026’
Flavours
Chardonnay
Chardonnay- Grand Cru Chardonnay from the high, exposed Le Charlemagne climat
- Lemon oil, white peach, hazelnut and smoke with a mineral line
- Old vines, whole-bunch pressing and subtle oak keep it poised
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About this Wine
From one of the highest, most exposed parts of the Corton hill, La Croix captures the tension and authority of Corton-Charlemagne at its best. Old vines bring depth and quiet power, while the limestone-driven site keeps everything precise, mineral, and firmly in control.
Flavour Profile
Broad and composed, with lemon oil, white peach, hazelnut, smoke and a firm mineral line.
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Verified Trustpilot ReviewServing tips
Delight now, with time in cellar promising even greater depth and precision.
Serve at
12-14°C
An hour out of the fridge
Drinking window
ready to drink now, but a little patience could make it extraordinary
Tasting Notes
Old vines, high on the hill. This is where Corton-Charlemagne sharpens.
Height, Exposure, and Total Control.
Corton-Charlemagne has been planted here for over a thousand years. Legend has it Charlemagne himself ordered white grapes, so as not to stain his beard.
La Croix comes from old vines, over 70 years of age, sitting just below the Cross of Corton in Le Charlemagne. One of the highest, most exposed parts of the hill. You feel it.
The nose is broad but composed. Lemon oil, white peach, a touch of hazelnut and smoke. There’s weight here, but it never feels heavy.
On the palate, everything settles into place. The fruit is generous, but it’s held by a firm mineral line that runs straight through the wine. Power and control, side by side. Nothing out of shape, nothing out of line.
It doesn’t need to prove anything. It just shows you what Corton-Charlemagne is capable of.
What’s in the Box
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The Plot
La Croix is located in the Le Charlemagne climat of Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, just below the historic Cross of Corton. This is one of the highest and most exposed sections of the hill, where limestone-rich soils and elevation bring both intensity and precision. The old vines, over 70 years in age, contribute depth and concentration while maintaining structure and freshness.
Technical Details
100% Chardonnay from Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru ‘La Croix’, sourced from vines over 70 years old in the Le Charlemagne climat. The vineyard sits high on the slope with significant limestone influence, contributing to both power and mineral precision.
In the cellar, the approach follows the domaine’s signature style. Whole bunches are pressed long and firmly to extract maximum lees, with controlled oxidation only at this early stage. Fermentation takes place in custom 456-litre barrels for both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, keeping oak influence subtle and allowing the vineyard to lead. From pressing to bottling, the wine is protected with nitrogen, preserving balance, freshness, and a structured, age-worthy profile.
Wine Details
| Category | White |
|---|---|
| Producer | Pierre Girardin |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Côte de Beaune |
| Appellation | Corton-Charlemagne |
| Climat | Les Perrières |
| Classification | Grand Cru |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| ABV | 13% |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Biodynamic Principles, Hand Harvested, Organic Principles |
| Serving Temperature | 12-14°C (an hour out of the fridge) |
Discover Their Story
The story begins in 2017. At just eighteen years old, Pierre-Vincent Girardin founded his own domaine, working with a handful of exceptional vineyard parcels retained from his family’s historic holdings.
Raised in Meursault and shaped by generations of Burgundian winemaking, he works organically in the vineyards and has rapidly forged a style defined by purity, precision and energy. Already being compared to Coche-Dury & Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey, from the first taste, it’s clear why.
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Hand Harvested
No machines, only human hands selecting each grape with care & precision.
Organic Principles
Grown with no synthetic chemicals and utmost respect for the terroir. Nature’s true expression in every sip.
Biodynamic Principles
Produced in harmony with nature, using lunar cycles and organics to nurture vibrant, living soils.
Grand Cru Classification
Only 33 small vineyard plots in Burgundy hold the world-renowned Grand Cru status. You’re tasting the exceptional.
Chardonnay
The crown jewel of white Burgundy. Elegant, textured, and endlessly expressive, from flinty Chablis to rich Meursault.
Discover the Region
Why Burgundy?
Burgundy has crafted legendary wines for over 2,000 years. The birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it’s where every slope, village, and vineyard reveals its own voice of terroir.
You can grow vines almost anywhere, but only here is this magic bottled so beautifully.
There’s a saying amongst wine enthusiasts that all roads lead to Burgundy.
We say, why not start there...
What’s in the Box
Arrives like a gift should
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
A little ritual of care in every box. Each bottle is hand-wrapped in our signature tissue, so opening your wine feels like unwrapping a gift.
Meet the Growers Behind Your Wines
Discover the faces, stories, and passions behind your wines. Our producer cards bring you closer to the people who craft every bottle.
Discover Gift Options at Checkout
From elegant gift bags to wooden cases, you can elevate any bottle at checkout. Simple, thoughtful, and ready to impress.
Reviews
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Verified Trustpilot Review“Great wines, very reasonably priced, and customer service is excellent.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Ben is super friendly, knowledgeable and takes time out to make sure you are assisted personally.”
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Is this wine ready to drink now?
Yes. This is ready to drink now, but a little patience could make it even more rewarding. Open one soon, then tuck another away if you want to watch it develop.
Should I buy one bottle or a few?
One to try, three if you want to follow it over time, six if you already know the producer or style. Burgundy moves quickly, and small parcels rarely hang around for long.
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Fast. We ship every wine on a next-working-day service and dispatch Monday to Friday. At checkout, you can even choose a delivery day that suits you.
How is it packed?
Each bottle is wrapped in tissue before being carefully placed into our specially imported Italian boxes, tested to rigorous standards. We have literally dropped them from the first storey of our house. All our packaging is paper-based and recyclable.
Can I send it as a gift?
Absolutely. As standard, our wines arrive wrapped in bespoke tissue paper. At checkout, you can also add gift bags, gift boxes and notes.
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