Prince Florent de Merode Corton Les Bressandes Grand Cru 2003 0,75L

The 2003 vintage of Corton Les Bressandes Grand Cru from Prince Florent de Mérode is a powerful and mature expression of the famous Corton hill in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. The domaine, which was later integrated into Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s holdings, has long been known for its refined and terroir-driven wines from the noble slopes of Aloxe-Corton.

This 2003 vintage, marked by the exceptionally hot year in Burgundy, shows a rich and concentrated profile. The bouquet opens with aromas of ripe black cherries, plum compote, and dried rose petals, layered with hints of leather, spice, and forest floor. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and opulent, yet retains Corton’s typical firm structure and mineral spine.

With two decades of age, tertiary notes of truffle, sous-bois, and tobacco have developed beautifully, softening the once robust tannins into a silky texture. The finish is long, savory, and complex, echoing both ripe fruit and earthy elegance.

A classic, mature Grand Cru Burgundy that combines the generosity of the 2003 vintage with the noble structure of Corton. Rich, layered, and deeply satisfying — a wine for connoisseurs of aged Pinot Noir.