2014 Chambertin Clos de Beze
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The 2014 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru has a sophisticated bouquet with brambly red berries, briary, minerals and a subtle cedar scent that surfaces through with aeration. It feels understated vis-a-via the Griotte-Chambertin, but it has more class. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip on the entry. There is plenty of tart red fruit here framed by fine tannin and there is a long, spicy tail that hangs about the mouth for a long time. One of the best reds from Nicolas Potel this year, this demonstrates the skill of the winemaker.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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Two growers. Mid ruby. Not that expressive on the nose. Sweet start and round but a tad too simple and gawky for a grand cru. Suggestion of hard candy/boiled sweets. (JR)
About the producer
Nicolas Potel is one of Burgundy’s most talented and connected winemakers. He created Maison Roche de Bellene, the négoce arm of Domaine de Bellene, in 2008, using his extensive network in the region to source top-quality fruit for an "haute couture" négociant operation.