2021 Vincent Girardin Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Burgundy

From all three sides of the hill and another plot by the cross called “Quintessence”, which was not possible to make separately in 2021. One third came in grapes from Pernand, the rest sourced as must from Aloxe and Ladoix. Bright mid yellow. An interesting complex nose, huge stony intensity in the middle, impressive for this vintage in this appellation, a lick of vanilla behind, with very good length. Needs plenty more elevage. Drink from 2027-2035. Tasted: October 2022.

93-96 points JM MW insideburgundy.com

Here too there is just enough wood to merit pointing out on the nose of prominent petrol, green apple and crushed fennel scents. There is almost painful intensity to the delicious if only moderately dense flavors that display overt minerality on the delineated and attractively dry finale that delivers very good persistence. Like several wines in the range, this could use better depth but it's built-to-age and more should develop in time. Drink 2031+  (June 23) ' 

90-93 points Allen Meadows burghound.com