The 2016 Corton Grand Cru is showing well from bottle, unwinding in the glass to blow off a light touch of youthful reduction, revealing aromas of cassis, spices and rich soil tones. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, deep and nicely concentrated, with juicy acids, powdery tannins and good length on the finish. The 2016 can't match the depth and amplitude of the 2015 rendition, but it's a very good effort.

The 2016 Corton Grand Cru shows a little reduction on the nose, although not to the same degree as others in this flight. The palate is medium-bodied with thick tannin, black cherry and cassis fruit with a blood orange note towards the sorbet-like finish. It just feels too sweet and does not urge you back for another sip. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting.