Producer note: Christophe Roumier noted that his 2001 Corton-Charlemagne had an extremely long malo, in fact just as long as many of his reds. As did many in the Pernand area, Roumier reported a very low pH of only 3.16! These two examples were tasted at the Domaine in October of 2002. (Diageo Château and Estate Wines, New York, NY) Tasting note: Here the expressive and still relatively primary nose is ripe, pure and nicely complex that merges into detailed, balanced and harmonious flavors that like the 2001 are built more along the lines of a thoroughbred than a robust draft horse. I like the overall sense of grace and the only nit is the barest touch of greenness on the admirably long finish. By the incredible standards of this wine, a solid if not sensational effort though one that certainly transcends the vintage.

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