93/95

From a site that has been liable to attain extremes of ripeness due to derisory yields, Felettig's effort to rehabilitate this parcel have paid off with the 2023 Corton Grand Cru Les Grand Lolières in the form of better balance. Offering up aromas of smoky cassis, incense, petals and orange rind, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and dense, with a lively, layered palate and a long, mineral finish.

92/94

A deft but not invisible application of wood sets of the slightly riper aromas of plum and black cherry liqueur that are cut with plenty of spice, floral, earth and a sandalwood wisps. There is a highly seductive and plush mouthfeel to the bigger-bodied flavors where the texture of the mid-palate contrasts with the serious, compact and equally built-to-age finale that is already impressively complex. This is potential outstanding.

92/94

Gilbert feels that 2023 is his best result here since they started in 2018, the vines did not suffer stress, 40 hl/ha, and lower degrees. 40% whole bunches. Fifty five year old vines. Fine bright purple. There is both a density and suavity to the deep red fruit, excellent energy, a fair lick of new oak, then a wealth of red fruit which returns across the refined tannins at the finish. Excellent.

91/93

The 2023 Corton Les Grands Lolières Grand Cru matured with 40% whole bunch like the Echézeaux. Cropped at around 40hl/ha, this has an expressive bouquet with black cherry, cranberry and sous-bois scents. It becomes more floral as it opens in the glass. Fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied, quite sweet yet controlled and fresh, with crunchy red fruit and sorbet notes and an almost citric finish. This is very lively.