2005 Chambolle Musigny

Good deep red. Blackberry and licorice aromas lifted by violet and menthol. Sweet and lush on the palate, with black raspberry and blackberry flavors offering good concentration. This round, village-typical wine should offer early appeal. Meunier harvested early here as the parcel received a bit of hail and he was worried about getting dried skins. (The sturdy Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Fleurieres was very reduced and in need of a second racking.)