Corton Grand Cru Rigaule Leon 1961
13.3%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
Corton Grand Cru Rigaule Leon 1961
The wine
99% of the wine produced is red; the Corton appellation is the only red Côte de Beaune Grand Cru. The limestone-clay soil on the Corton hillside is rich in marl, and provides an exceptional terroir for producing great wines. Dense, closed and highly tannic when young, they have worried many a connoisseur. However, after waiting patiently for six or seven years, cellaring will bring out their marvellous aromas of red fruit, spices, liquorice and game, as well as an incredible richness. Nicely structured, they unveil a nice acidity and good persistency. Next to Pommard, Corton has, out of all the Côte de Beane wines, undoubtedly the best cellaring potential, which is between 20 to 40 years depending on the vintage.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 1 bottle
Level : 1 To 3cmObservations : 1 Slightly marked label, 1 Slightly stained labelOrigin : professional
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : yes
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : no
Alcohol percentage : 13.3 %
Region : Burgundy
Appellation : Corton
Classification : Grand cru
Vintage : 1961
Colour : red
Ageing potential : collectable bottle
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 98 hectares
Volume : 480000 bottles
Intensity : smooth
Leading aroma : red fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine