The 1996 vintage in Burgundy generally produced youthful wines that required time to develop tertiary notes. Aloxe-Corton, an appellation established in 1938, is known for combining the finesse characteristic of the Côte de Beaune with the mellow, powerful appeal of the Côte de Nuits. The vineyards feature reddish-brown soils with flint and limestone, rich in potassium and phosphoric acid. This 1996 Aloxe-Corton red is expected to be vigorous, full-bodied, and robust yet refined, with a firm, well-built structure and pleasing tannins. While young, it would have offered aromas of small red and black fruits, evolving with age into notes of peony, jasmine, preserved fruits, pistachio, prune, leather, truffle, mushroom, and cinnamon. A 1996 Aloxe-Corton from Louis Latour showed a concentrated black-cherry nose, very floral, full, tannic, and powerful Pinot Noir fruit, indicating a need for further aging. Another 1996 Aloxe-Corton was noted for its fierce acidity that had softened, revealing charming fruit, earthy, smoky minerality, and ripe, supple tannins. 【A robust and age-worthy red Burgundy from the classic 1996 vintage, offering a blend of Côte de Beaune finesse and Côte de Nuits power】. This wine is well-suited for a hearty dinner with friends, a family gathering, or a tasting focused on mature red Burgundies. 🍴 Aloxe-Corton reds demand forceful, aromatic dishes. They pair exceptionally well with rib steaks, braised lamb, roasted or glazed poultry, game birds, and soft-centred cheeses such as Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin, or Livarot.