Corton Grand Cru “Les Renardes” AOC 2020

Wine Description for Corton Grand Cru “Les Renardes” AOC 2020 by Henri & Gilles Buisson

Character

The Corton Grand Cru “Les Renardes” by Henri & Gilles Buisson represents Burgundian Pinot Noir at the highest level. This vineyard site on the famous Corton hill produces wines of remarkable structure and depth, which bridge the elegance of the Côte de Beaune and the power of the Côte de Nuits. The 2020 vintage, shaped by warmth and precise harvest conditions, promises concentrated fruit whilst maintaining Burgundian finesse.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site “Les Renardes” (meaning the foxes) lies on the south-eastern flank of the Corton hill in the commune of Aloxe-Corton. The name alludes to the historical presence of foxes in the vineyards – a sign of the wild, untamed nature of this exposed hillside location. The soils are characterised by iron-rich limestone with reddish clay components, which impart mineral tension to the Pinot Noir and a characteristic spicy note. Henri & Gilles Buisson manage their parcels with artisanal care and respect the distinctive qualities of each vineyard site.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir finds ideal conditions in Grand Cru Corton: the elevation ensures cool nights that preserve acidity structure and freshness, whilst the south-eastern exposure enables optimal ripeness. The Buissons work traditionally with selective hand-harvesting and controlled vinification. The moderate alcohol content of 13.5% vol. indicates balance – a wine that does not confuse power with over-extraction. The dry residual sugar underscores the classically Burgundian style.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A Grand Cru of this calibre demands sophisticated cuisine: game dishes such as venison loin or pheasant, braised pigeon, Bœuf Bourguignon or Coq au Vin harmonise excellently. Aged Comté or Époisses de Bourgogne are also classic partners. The wine’s structure also complements robust mushroom dishes or truffle preparations.