2022 Chambertin, Clos de Beze, Bouchard Pere et Fils
The 2022 Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru is another valedictory cuvée for Bouchard, who has been producing this bottling, from a 0.47-hectare parcel just below the tree line, for many years. Wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries, dark berries, incense and spices, it's full-bodied, rich and layered, with a broad attack that segues into a deep, enveloping palate, concluding with a long, expansive finish. ~ (96) William Kelley, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 1-18-2024
~ (95) Neal Martin, Vinous 10-1-2023
Cask sample. Luxurious texture. Already feels very complete and could be enjoyed now. I suspect this will close down as there is so much concentration on the palate. All very pure. Mineral character underpins the vibrant ripe dark fruit. Tannins a little drying on the finish. Keep for several years and then enjoy. ~ (18) Andy Howard, JancisRobinson.com 1-16-2024
Generous wood and menthol nuances still allow the liqueur-like aromas of dark currant, violet, lilac and spice elements to be appreciated. There is solid power and punch to the moderately dense and beautifully textured, indeed even plush, flavors that display excellent length on the dusty and youthfully austere finish. ~ (95) Allen Meadows, Burghound 4-10-2024
Expansive, but extremely fine nose with great fruit finesse and earthy complexity. This seems to effortlessly balance restrained power with pinot noir’s archetypal elegance, the finish echoing down the valleys and into the far distance. From bought-in grapes, but Bouchard's chief winemaker, Frederic Weber, chooses the picking date. ~ (98) James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 6-30-2023
~ (95) Neal Martin, Vinous 10-1-2023
Cask sample. Luxurious texture. Already feels very complete and could be enjoyed now. I suspect this will close down as there is so much concentration on the palate. All very pure. Mineral character underpins the vibrant ripe dark fruit. Tannins a little drying on the finish. Keep for several years and then enjoy. ~ (18) Andy Howard, JancisRobinson.com 1-16-2024
Generous wood and menthol nuances still allow the liqueur-like aromas of dark currant, violet, lilac and spice elements to be appreciated. There is solid power and punch to the moderately dense and beautifully textured, indeed even plush, flavors that display excellent length on the dusty and youthfully austere finish. ~ (95) Allen Meadows, Burghound 4-10-2024
Expansive, but extremely fine nose with great fruit finesse and earthy complexity. This seems to effortlessly balance restrained power with pinot noir’s archetypal elegance, the finish echoing down the valleys and into the far distance. From bought-in grapes, but Bouchard's chief winemaker, Frederic Weber, chooses the picking date. ~ (98) James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 6-30-2023
SKU: SK3554868-750
COUNTRY : France
REGION : Burgundy
PRODUCER : Bouchard Pere et Fils
FORMAT : 750ml
COUNTRY : France
REGION : Burgundy
PRODUCER : Bouchard Pere et Fils
FORMAT : 750ml