2020 Charmes Chambertin
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Cask sample. Brooding. Complex nose. Needs more time to blossom. Wood a little clunky and obvious now. Fine tannins and concentration. A work in progress. Has the weight of a grand cru. (AWH)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin
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The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru matured in around 90% new oak, has a quite an opulent bouquet with blueberry, crushed violet and light marine aromas, though the oak comes through quite heavily at the moment. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, quite pure with fine acidity, good energy with a sorbet-like finish.
About the producer

Based in Gevrey-Chambertin, this domaine has a long history and impressive vineyards (with over five hectares of Grand Cru), but has long been considered an under-performer. Today, however, the Bouygues brothers (of Montrose and Clos Rougeard) have taken ownership and change is afoot.