The Wine Advocate
93/100- Reviewed by
- Neal Martin
- Published
- Drink Date
- 2016-2028
The final 2011 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru from the younger re-planted vines in Ruchottes-Chambertin constitutes the final release before the vines are promoted back into the grand cru. It has an elegant bouquet with bright Morello cherry, wild strawberry and citrus aromas that show great clarity – complex enough to suggest grand cru promotion. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, quite succulent and fleshy tannins. This is beautifully balanced with a fleshy candied finish with subtle peppery notes lingering on the aftertaste. Wonderful. Drink 2016-2028. Having been bowled over by the sublime 2012s, the Marie-Christine took me through the domaine’s 2011s, which provided a useful opportunity to compare the two vintages, in particular with respect to the Ruchottes-Chambertin. Importer: several importers including Michael Skurnik and North Berkeley (US) and Lea & Sandeman, Howard Ripley and Lay & Wheeler (UK).