2022 Domaine Rapet, Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru

Another strong performance from Rapet, the 2022 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with aromas of pear and crisp orchard fruit mingled with toasted nuts, white flowers and waxy citrus rind. Medium to full-bodied, layered and textural, with a glossy, concentrated profile, excellent underlying cut and a long, mineral finish, it's a very good wine that still flies somewhat under the radar.

The 2022 Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru has a very terse nose. It opens with struck flint—quite a bit of reduction here—and a very light fish scale scent in the background that imparts complexity. The palate is well balanced, with a slightly creamy-textured opening, flavors of chamomile and lemon curd and a fine bead of acidity. Impressive substance comes through on the finish. Give this two to three years in bottle. Tasted at merchants' 2022 Burgundy tastings in London.

Cask sample. Lovely example of Corton-Charlemagne. Has the density of the grand cru and is a perfect combination of the weight of the finest sites in Puligny and Chassagne, with the lift and minerality seen in Chablis. This will age for decades and has great balance between all the components. Not exactly cheap but compared with many a Puligny premier cru represents pretty good value. (AWH)