Joseph Drouhin, Griotte Chambertin

Joseph Drouhin, Griotte ChambertinA discreet touch of reduction still allows the earthy red berry and black cherry aromas to express themselves. The rich, pure and mouth coating flavors possess excellent volume and ample minerality on the gorgeously complex and beautifully balanced finish that delivers superb length. This is not as complex as the Charmes but its notably finer and should also age extremely well. 93 2024+

There are differences in texture between the two years

cigars and cassis make a great combination

It is a powerful

expertly interwoven and united

2010 being more gentle

with the result that the wine is not at all overly oaky

I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV

it has a rock-solid frame and grainy texture

anise and smoked meat building with air

although its blue clay a

There is plenty of muscle and a certain robust power and while the shaping tannins are dense they are also relatively fine

The tannins are silky and long