Chambertin

1991 Jean Raphet et Fils Chambertin-Clos de Bèze – France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru (7/29/2006)While not as complex as one would expect from a grand cru, this was drinking well, with nice red fruit, and a soft undercore of structure. Not a great wine, but considering its age still a nice bottle. (91 pts.) Niet > Read more …

2002 Domaine Philippe Charlopin-Parizot Charmes-Chambertin – France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru (11/24/2006)Still too young, but accessible, certainly with food. Very alcoholic nose, with red fruit and kirsch. On the palate sweet tannins, lots of red fruits, kirsch, coffee etc. (93 pts.) Uiteraard nog wat jong, maar begint toegankelijk te worden, zeker met eten (hazenpeper). In de mond > Read more …