{"product_id":"2022-chateau-corbin-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"2022 Chateau Corbin Saint Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The 2022 Corbin Has Turned Out Beautifully\" ~94 RP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJust 1.5 Miles From Cheval Blanc \u0026amp; 1 Mile From Petrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the Oldest and Most Storied Estates in Saint-Émilion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUp in the northern part of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, just next door to Pomerol, and \u003cstrong\u003eonly a quick 3-minute drive (about a mile and a half) from the legendary Cheval Blanc—and just a mile from the famous Petrus\u003c\/strong\u003e—you’ll find Château Corbin. It’s one of the oldest estates in Saint-Émilion, quietly making some serious waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere’s the kicker: \u003cstrong\u003e2016 was an absolute knockout vintage for the region\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you get the chance to grab some, don’t even think twice. It’s rare, it’s epic, and it’s almost gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNow, consider this: A bottle of 2016 Cheval Blanc will set you back at least $700. 2016 Petrus? Try around $4,000 a bottle. Château Corbin shares the many of the same magical features of the iconic terroir that makes those wines so special — but the price? That’s the real surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWelcome to Château Corbin, \u003cb\u003eone of the oldest and most storied estates in Saint-Émilion\u003c\/b\u003e. Picture yourself strolling down a tree-lined drive, with the whispers of history surrounding you. This estate, with \u003cb\u003eroots going back to the 15th century\u003c\/b\u003e, is more than just a vineyard—it's \u003cb\u003ea living piece of winemaking history\u003c\/b\u003e, passed down through generations. Today, \u003cb\u003eChâteau Corbin is carefully managed by Anabelle Cruse\u003c\/b\u003e, the fourth generation of her family to oversee these cherished vines, continuing a proud legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eChâteau Corbin is \u003cb\u003ewhere history meets modern winemaking\u003c\/b\u003e. Legend says these lands \u003cb\u003eonce belonged to the Black Prince from the Hundred Years' War\u003c\/b\u003e. Over the years, the estate has evolved, combining architectural beauty with state-of-the-art techniques, thanks to Anabelle Cruse and her husband, Sébastien Bardinet. Together, they’ve infused Château Corbin with soul, strength, and a deep respect for its exceptional terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2022 was an extraordinary vintage for Bordeaux, it was blessed with a 97 pt review by Wine Spectator who said: \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A beautiful vintage. Merlot berries were small and concentrated; Cabernet Franc also relished the conditions. Wines are very aromatic and sleek, with Pomerol and St.-Emilion excelling\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Franc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"col-12 col-sm-4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2022 Corbin has turned out beautifully,\u003c\/strong\u003e offering up sweet aromas of dark berries and plums mingled with hints of licorice, bay leaf and iris. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, it's velvety and enveloping, with the suave, polished profile typical of this sector, married with an unusual dimension of power and volume. ~94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"col-12 col-sm-4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant nose of raspberries, flowers and cherries on the nose. It’s fruit-forward, youthful and delightful with medium body and a swathe of fresh berry fruit, framed by sleek tannins. Drink from 2027. ~94 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrant violet colour, intense with sappy acidity and firm tannins, bright fruits, some slightly bitter finish, \u003cstrong\u003ebut this has sleek depths, with estate and vintage signature, and is one to look out for. 100% 1st wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~94 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers, black cherries, black raspberries, licorice, and dark plum aromas come through in the nose. On the palate, the medium-bodied wine is lush, rich, and polished with more depth than usual. You can taste, and feel the balance, freshness, and levels of perfectly ripe pit fruits with ease. The wine finishes with dark, red pit fruits, and even darker chocolate. What really works here this year is the purity in the fruits. \u003cstrong\u003eThe proprietor, Anabelle Cruse says this is the best vintage she has ever produced. And I think she is right! \u003c\/strong\u003eThe wine blends 90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Franc. 14% ABV, 3.65 pH. September 6 - September 23 were the dates of the harvest. Drink from 2025-2042. ~94 The Wine Cellar Insider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2022 Corbin is endowed with tremendous power and richness.\u003c\/strong\u003e Huge tannins and strong Franc notes dominates. It will be interesting to see how this develops, as there is a gorgeous core of fruit that emerges gradually with a bit of aeration. ~94 Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the 2022 Château Corbin is juicy and floral, with graphite, spicy wood, truffle, and mineral-laced aromatics. Medium to full-bodied, it’s fresh and focused on the palate, with an elegant, layered profile.\u003cstrong\u003e It’s impeccably made, and I think it has some upside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give bottles 3-5 years if you can and enjoy through 2042. ~93+ Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Corbin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46523257979115,"sku":"CCSEGC22IND","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/files\/2022ChateauCorbinSaintEmilionGrandCru.png?v=1750372675","url":"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/products\/2022-chateau-corbin-saint-emilion-grand-cru","provider":"BigHammerWines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}