Etienne Delarche’s father planted these now 50-year old vines himself near the summit of the noble hill of Corton. This wine exists in the very narrow band that makes Pinot Noir so compelling. Expressive, earthy, and authentic, this Corton Les Renardes feels like a throwback from years gone by. Plenty of earth and spice co-mingle with Bing cherries, cherry pits, and orange citrus. Clearly a delicatly extracted and, again, the 2024 vintage on full display, as the palate unfurls with crunchy acid and tight anchoring tannins. Quite ethereal and transparent. Have to say it - crazy value for Grand Cru. Very limited
