The de Montille 2006 Corton-Charlemagne smells smoky, chalk dusty, and pungently floral. With almost red wine-like density and chew, yet considerable lift, this finishes with spiced pear and crushed stone. I would give this relatively austere cru several years in bottle before revisiting, and anticipate that it should evolve interestingly for at least 6-8. The result of Corton Pougets grafted over to Chardonnay in 2004, de Montille’s Corton Charlemagne is slated to officially become part of a Domaine De Montille Soeur et Frere.
Alix de Montille is in charge of the white wines at her family’s domaine (and under the negociant “Deux Montille” label), while her brother Etienne continues to take the lead with the reds (while also directing the Chateau de Puligny).
Various importers, including Beaune Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 559 1040; also, a Thomas Calder Selection, Paris; fax 011-33-1-46-45-15-29
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