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This wine comes from the historic Hospices de Beaune estate, one of Burgundy’s oldest charitable institutions whose vineyards have been donated over centuries to support hospital care. The Corton‑Charlemagne climat sits high on the Montagne de Corton, benefiting from clay rich soils with limestone and gentle slopes that bring power, aromatic precision and upright mineral energy to Chardonnay. The 2003 vintage stands out for its depth and richness, shaped by a warm growing season yet retaining a clear structural framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass the wine shows a deep golden yellow colour with an inviting brilliance. On the nose it opens with ripe orchard fruit such as yellow apple and quince, cascading into citrus peel, honeyed brioche and floral notes of acacia and honeysuckle. There are also gentle touches of sweet spice like nutmeg and clove, adding a warm aromatic layer. With further coaxing the bouquet evolves delicate white flowers and a hint of toasted almond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate of the 2003 Corton‑Charlemagne is generous yet refined. Texture is rich and creamy but is balanced by precise acidity and a pronounced mineral backbone. Flavours echo the bouquet with intense notes of ripe pear, apricot and lemon curd, turning into hints of vanilla and toasted hazelnut from oak integration. Gentle saline tension keeps the wine focused and vibrant, while a subtle chalky note carries through to a long, persistent finish. This wine expresses both power and elegance, a hallmark of Corton‑Charlemagne at maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for this cuvee originates from the south and southwest facing parcels in the historic Charlemagne hillside, vines largely dating from mid 20th century plantings. Vinification followed traditional Burgundian white wine practice with fermentation in oak barrels and malolactic conversion, followed by careful ageing to build complexity and texture. Because Hospices de Beaune wines are sold in barrel at the annual charity auction, this bottle was later aged further under Bouchard Père et Fils custodianship, allowing the wine to develop fully in bottle over many years. 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This wine originates from one of the most esteemed Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte de Beaune, farmed on behalf of the historic charitable institution Hospices de Beaune and later matured under the custodianship of Bouchard Père et Fils. The 2002 vintage is notable for its richness, mineral definition and the way it has evolved over time, offering both intensity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the wine displays a luminous golden yellow colour with subtle amber nuances that reflect its age. The nose opens with expressive aromas of yellow orchard fruit, including ripe apple and pear, alongside delicate citrus peel notes. Floral hints of acacia and white blossom are complemented by spun honey, almond and a touch of vanilla from oak ageing. With gentle coaxing, layers of sweet spice such as nutmeg and gentle toasted brioche emerge, adding further depth and aromatic complexity. These elements combine to form a captivating bouquet that speaks to the wine’s maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the 2002 Corton‑Charlemagne is medium bodied yet richly textured. The entry is generous and creamy, with flavours of ripe apricot, lemon custard and pear compote. A firm spine of minerality and bright natural acidity keeps the wine focused and balanced, preventing richness from becoming heavy. Layers of toast, walnut and a fine chalky mineral note build through the mid‑palate and carry into a persistent finish with refined nuance. The texture remains smooth and refined despite its time in bottle, reflecting an ideal harmony between fruit, oak integration and natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCorton‑Charlemagne is a Grand Cru appellation known for producing powerful yet elegant chardonnays that reward long ageing. The vines for this cuvee are planted on clay rich marl soils high on the slopes shared by the communes of Aloxe‑Corton, Pernand‑Vergelesses and Ladoix‑Serrigny. The grapes are hand picked and vinified in oak barrels, followed by malolactic fermentation and extended ageing to build complexity and structure. 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