Product Description:
A Grand Cru enigma from Colin-Morey’s cellar—power with restraint.
Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey’s 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is a study in nuance and contrast. He’s worked with this site since 2003, but still calls it “something of a mystery.” The grapes come primarily from the cooler, north-west facing section of En Charlemagne, deliberately chosen to avoid over-ripeness and keep the wine’s energy in check.
In 2022, this choice pays off. There's flesh and breadth—hallmarks of the Grand Cru—but also lift, mineral precision, and a slightly exotic edge. Colin-Morey delays harvest here to add depth, but never at the cost of structure. It’s a wine that surprises him each year, and one that reveals its full story only with time in bottle.
Drink 2029–2036. Chardonnay. Grand Cru fruit, aged in oak, built for the long haul. Best with lobster, turbot, or truffle-infused poultry.
Maker
Established as one of the young rising stars of Burgundy, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey in 2005 left his family Domaine, Marc Colin, where he gained a solid reputation for his outstanding white wines. Pierre-Yves took control of a share of the family vineyards (Domaine Marc Colin) from 2006 vintage. His first vintages have been made from vineyards and growers that he works closely with buying the wine as must and aging the wines in barrels which he has supplied. If the resulting wines meet his standards the barrels of wine purchased are then matured in his own cold cellar below his house in Chassagne Montrachet.
“This is not just one of the top domaines in the Cote de Beaune in Burgundy, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey is now well recognised as one of the greatest winemakers and domaines in the world. Consistently producing benchmark wines in each vintage.”
The Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey estate was born in 2001 from the association of Pierre-Yves Colin (son of Marc) and Caroline Morey (daughter of Jean-Marc). Today they operate 13 hectares in the villages of Saint-Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Santenay, Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault. Their production consists of 92% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Noir and 3% of Aligoté grape variety. Working about 2 hectares from the family heritage, the other plots have come from different acquisitions over the last fifteen years, as well as a few plots in Fermages.
Philosophy
Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey’s philosophy is simple yet profound: to create wines that speak to the unique character of their terroir. By embracing organic and biodynamic farming practices, he ensures that his vines are in harmony with nature, allowing each vineyard’s potential to shine through in the wines. In the winery, Pierre-Yves follows a minimal intervention approach, letting the natural yeast drive fermentation and allowing the wines to mature on their lees to develop depth and complexity. His wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance, and their ability to age gracefully, reflecting the precision of his craftsmanship and the distinctive beauty of Burgundy’s finest vineyards.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Mineral with exotic lift
Subtle oak, crushed stone, and hints of tropical citrus.
PALATE
– Broad and structured
White peach, almond skin, and deep mineral weight.
FINISH
– Long and evolving
Persistent, layered finish with bright acidity and quiet power.
Reviews & Accolades
Quite a weight of white flesh here, a sturdy wine which needs long ageing... Always a surprising wine. – Jasper Morris M.W., Inside Burgundy, (92–95) (October 2023)
The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region - Burgundy
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13.5%
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