2017 Chambertin
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Lovely vegetal notes adding complexity to the redcurrant and rhubarb fruit on the nose. No shortage of oak spice in support, but all in proportion. Lovely ripeness throughout, without the alcoholic heat of some of their other grands crus. (RH)
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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The 2017 Chambertin Grand Cru comes from a single parcel from the upper slopes (0.30 hectares). It has an outgoing, slightly spicy/Oriental bouquet, with hints of hoisin suffusing the black and red fruit and a discreet tobacco note underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, juicy tannin. This is quite grippy toward the finish, although it needs more brightness and refinement on the finish, which at the moment feels quite solid.
Lovely vegetal notes adding complexity to the redcurrant and rhubarb fruit on the nose. No shortage of oak spice in support, but all in proportion. Lovely ripeness throughout, without the alcoholic heat of some of their other grands crus. (RH)
The 2017 Chambertin Grand Cru comes from a single parcel on the upper slopes (0.30 hectares). It has an outgoing, slightly spicy/Oriental bouquet, with hints of hoisin suffusing the black and red fruit and a discreet tobacco note underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, juicy tannins. This is quite grippy toward the finish, although it needs more brightness and refinement on the finish, which at the moment feels quite solid.
About the producer
Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy’s oldest and most established wine producers. Founded in 1731 by Michel Bouchard, it is the largest vineyard owner in the Côte d’Or with 130 hectares of vines.