Francois Bertheau, Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru

Francois Bertheau, Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru(a 1 ha blend of Groseilles, Baudes, Noirots and Gruenchers). This is aromatically more elegant and a bit cooler as well though it is still notably ripe with its array of essence of red cherry, pomegranate and a nicely broad range of spice elements. There is adequate vibrancy to the attractively textured medium bodied flavors that terminate in a sappy if slightly austere finish that exude a touch of acidulated cherry bon bons. Fine quality here.

As it virtually always does

93% from To Kalon vineyard fruit)

ash and incense along with really refined tannins with intense

especially if given a little air

The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly viscous texture on the entry

An admirably pure nose displays aromas of black cherry

(from a parcel of ~

Gaja doesn’t really need to say anything

moderately austere and impressively lengthy finale

which just shows I'm not alone in my admiration for her remarkable achievements at Ata Rangi

it’s naturally less fine and elegant

59 ha parcel)