The 2015 Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru includes around one-third whole bunch fruit this year. Again, the stems are disguised on the nose that is well defined, offering more black fruit than red, an underlying cold stone/mineral edge becoming more apparent as it opens in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin. There is commendable depth here, smooth and velvety in the mouth but that stony element become more apparent on the energetic finish. Give this 4-5 years to mellow and just shave the edge off of those tannins.

(vinified with 50% whole clusters and aging in 70% new oak): Bright red-ruby. Aromas of black raspberry and licorice lifted by flinty minerality. Sappy dark raspberry, cherry and spice flavors show excellent mineral definition. A distinctly rocky, airy style if a bit taut and youthfully disjointed today owing to its pungent mineral component. "The 2009 version was much more juicy," noted Edouard Labruyère. "Here we find the texture of the skins." This will require patience.

Cask sample. Organic. Mid crimson. Riper and more intensely fruited on the nose than the Beaune Grèves and still with an ethereal fragrance. Dry-textured but not all drying. Finesse and elegance, with a subtle persistence. A really fine wine. (JH)