Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022

The 2022 Domaine de la Romanée Conti Corton Charlemagne shows Chardonnay at its most articulate, shaped by the steep limestone slopes of the Corton hill in Burgundy. Drawn from parcels across Le Charlemagne and En Charlemagne, the wine reflects a season of healthy yields, balanced ripeness and a clear sense of place. It carries generous fruit held by mineral precision, delivering a grand cru of depth, tension and quiet authority.

Harvest took place in early September, with pristine fruit requiring minimal sorting. The domaine’s measured approach in the cellar preserved the vintage’s natural richness while maintaining freshness, resulting in a wine that feels complete and finely structured. Citrus, orchard fruit and subtle hazelnut sit within a frame of chalky definition, sustained by acidity that lifts rather than dominates. It is a poised and long lived expression of Corton Charlemagne, particularly suited to dishes such as roast chicken or steamed Moreton Bay bugs.

The 2022 release highlights the breadth of the Corton hill, where differences in aspect and elevation contribute layers of complexity. The wine balances opulence with restraint, presenting a clarity that will unfurl steadily over time. Many critics expect decades of graceful evolution, supported by the vintage’s concentration and enduring minerality.