Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Charlemagne Blanc Vintage:2020 Shafer described 2011 as "London

Shafer described 2011 as "London in Napa Valley

This is potentially a monument in the making if it can continue to add depth as it ages and the potential to do so certainly appears to be present

There is both excellent volume and density to the relatively powerful and quite serious flavors that brim with minerality on the bone-dry if not really austere finish that just goes on and on

(from a 1 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines that see 40% new wood)

The oak is just about integrated

Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Charlemagne Blanc Vintage:2020 Shafer described 2011 as "London(from a huge 3. 65 ha plot in Le Corton). A restrained and cool nose combines notes of green apple and pear with those of lemon rind and white flower that, once again, are set off by a discreet note of wood nuances. As one would reasonably expect, the mouthfeel of the medium weight flavors that possess a lovely texture on the lightly mineral inflected, focused finish that displays noticeable warmth and a touch of sweetness.