The 2010 Corton-Charlemagne is every bit as remarkable from bottle as it was from barrel. In the glass it is vivid, multi-dimensional and wonderfully alive. At once powerfully vibrant yet also seamless, the 2010 has everything; expressive aromatics, nuanced fruit and taut, incisive minerality. I only hope to have a chance to taste it again in a few years’ time. Today, it looks like Coche’s 2010 Corton-Charlemagne is headed straight for icon status. It may very well be the wine of the vintage. If it isn’t, it is among the top 2-3. (AG)

Bright pale yellow. Lime, crushed stone and steely minerality on the nose. Totally unevolved in the mouth, showing powerful mineral austerity and great cut to the flavors of liquid stone, white flowers and white truffle. This outstanding expression of calcaire is all corners today, but it's still an infant. Finishes with explosive length. Forget about this wine for at least 10 or 12 years. This and the Perrieres will be fascinating to taste side by side in 2025: don't forget to invite me over. (ST) 97+

The 2010 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru from Coche-Dury is destined to be a great wine … in about 20 years time! I can understand exactly why Jean-François Coche elected to keep this back and frankly he could have waited another decade if so desired. It does have a gorgeous, primal bouquet with brioche and orange blossom scents reluctantly emerging from the glass. I notice a touch of fieriness after 30 minutes, but it is a sign of coiled-up energy instead of intimating volatility. The palate has a sublime balance, saline in the mouth, smooth and caressing in texture with enormous length. This is already a stylish wine but my God, those fortunate to have this in your cellar need to forget about it. Tasted at Tour d’Argent restaurant in Paris. (NM)