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Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru ‘Cuvée 1952’ Le Corton
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Flavours
ChardonnayFlintGreen AppleLemonMineralityPearWhite Blossom
- Just 654 bottles made from old vines planted in 1952
- Neighbouring vines with by Domaine Leroy & Charles Lachaux
- Silky, structured texture and a long mineral finish
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I love the interplay of richness and stony tension in this great Corton-Charlemagne. Impressive concentration, but also a cool personality for this very hot and dry vintage. Delicate Amalfi lemons, angelica fruit and some dried flowers on the nose. Very long, chalky and lemony finish with excellent energy. From organically grown grapes.
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About this Wine
A tiny-production Corton-Charlemagne from vines planted in 1952, with just 654 bottles made. Initially taut and mineral, it blossoms dramatically with air into layers of lemon, green apple, pear, white flowers and flint, finishing with extraordinary length and tension. This is an extraordinary stretch of vineyard, with Charles Lachaux and Domaine Leroy farming neighbouring vines right next-door, placing Frey among some exceptional company.
Flavour Profile
Flinty and mineral, with lemon, green apple, pear, white blossom, and a silky, structured finish.
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Enjoy now for its tension, or give it time to broaden into deeper length and nuance.
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
Just 654 bottles made. Old-vine Corton-Charlemagne with citrus, white flowers, flint and immense mineral length.
Just 654 bottles were made from old Chardonnay vines planted in 1952, high on the Corton hill in the Le Corton sector. It is a wine that does not reveal everything immediately. Give it air and it begins to unfurl, building layer after layer in the glass exactly as you hope a great Grand Cru will.
At first there is tension and minerality: flint, chalk, lemon and green apple. Then the wine begins to broaden, bringing pear, white blossom and a subtle creamy richness into the frame. The texture becomes increasingly silky, but the mineral line never disappears.
What really sets it apart is the way it develops. The aromatics become more expressive, the fruit deepens and the palate gains breadth while retaining an extraordinary sense of precision. It feels alive in the glass.
A stunning Corton-Charlemagne with immense length, old-vine depth and the kind of slow, evolving complexity that makes Grand Cru Burgundy so compelling.
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The Plot
Cuvée 1952 comes from just 12.08 ares of Corton-Charlemagne in the Le Corton sector, planted in 1952.
The vines sit between roughly 280 and 330 metres altitude on steep slopes of limestone, marl and thin rendzina soils.
This is an extraordinary stretch of vineyard, with Charles Lachaux and Domaine Leroy farming neighbouring vines in the same part of the hill, placing Frey among some exceptional company.
The tiny parcel and old vines mean production is minuscule: just 654 bottles in 2020.
Technical Details
The Chardonnay is harvested by hand in perforated crates before whole-cluster pressing and cold static settling.
Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts over around 20 days, with no malolactic fermentation, preserving the wine’s natural acidity and tension.
The wine is aged on its lees, split between 50% clayver ceramic vessels and 50% new oak, building texture and breadth while keeping the mineral character of Le Corton firmly in focus.
The result is a wine of remarkable depth and energy, with old-vine concentration, fine texture and a finish that seems to keep unfolding.
Wine Details
| Category | White |
|---|---|
| Producer | Domaine Frey |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune |
| Appellation | Corton-Charlemagne |
| Classification | Grand Cru |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Biodynamic Principles, Hand Harvested, Organic Certified |
| Serving Temperature | 12-14°C (an hour out of the fridge) |
Discover Their Story
There’s a new generation behind Domaine Frey. Now led by Caroline Frey's sister, Delphine Frey alongside young cellar master Axelle Piska, formerly of Domaine Étienne Sauzet, the seven-hectare estate is entering an exciting new chapter.
From Pommard, Volnay and Meursault to the slopes of Aloxe-Corton, its tiny range culminates in three Grands Crus, including their own Monopole, Corton Grand Cru ‘Le Clos du Château’. Organic farming, biodynamic principles and a new precision in the cellar are putting this historic domaine firmly back on the map.
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Only 600 Bottles Made
A rare, handcrafted release that embodies the spirit of exclusivity and the essence of its vineyard.
Rare Find
Exceptionally scarce and nearly impossible to find, a true hidden gem. A wine reserved for those who seek the extraordinary.
Single Source Vineyard
From a single, distinct vineyard each bottle captures the essence of its unique terroir. Capturing a singular place & time.
Hand Harvested
No machines, only human hands selecting each grape with care & precision.
Organic Certified
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.
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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.
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2,000
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Appellations
33
Grand Cru AOCs
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.
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FAQs
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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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