Domaine Antonin Guyon Corton Bressandes Grand Cru, Cote de Beaune, France 2022
The Antonin Guyon estate—one of Burgundy’s most prestigious—extends across some of the most renowned vineyards of the Côte d’Or. Owned by the Guyon family, whose roots in the wine trade stretch back through generations, the estate is a true testament to tradition and excellence. Today, brothers Michel and Dominique Guyon carefully steward the legacy of this remarkable 119-acre domaine, a shining example of a family-run estate at the heart of Burgundy.
Aloxe-Corton is located in the Northern part of the Côte de Beaune. Its vineyard benefits from exposures ranging from East to South and Southwest. Corton is the sole Grand Cru of the Côte de Beaune. Domaine Guyon holds 0.85 hectare (2.1 acres) of Corton Bressandes Grand Cru.
Hand-harvested, the grapes are then carried in small boxes and sorted out upon arrival at the winery. Long fermentation during 20 days in wooden open vats, with punching down of the cap and temperature control. 18 months in French oak barrels (50% new oak).
