Claude Dugat Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2012 - Case of 12 Bottles (75cl)A spicy and beautifully layered nose of fresh and markedly ripe red berry fruit liqueur, earth and spice nuances is trimmed in just enough wood to notice. The rich, round and broad shouldered flavors possess good depth and a highly seductive mouth feel before terminating in an utterly delicious and strikingly complex finish that delivers outstanding length. I like the balance and this beauty should effortlessly improve during the next 15 years or so.

a touch of clove and fresh mint eventually surfacing

plums and cassis with touches of roses

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir from 50+ year old vines

all the crispiness of Pinot Noir with very pleasing

Offering up aromas of dried fruits

Suppress wine oxidation under vacuum condition

gaining more harmony and intensity in the glass

toasted nuts

It is a more understated Le Petit Mouton

freshness that sits well in the background and an almost electric intensity of vibrant red and black fruit flavors

the vine grower accompanies it

demanding a lot of coaxing from the glass