2022 Chambertin, Clos de Beze, Bruno Clair

Aromas of cherries, red berries and plums mingle with rose petals, spices and bergamot to introduce the 2022 Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru, a medium to full-bodied, deep and fleshy wine that's supple, suave and enveloping, with an ample core of fruit, lively acids and sweet, melting tannins. ~ (96) William Kelley, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 1-18-2024

~ (98) Neal Martin, Vinous 11-1-2023

Cask sample. Lovely purity of fruit. Intense cassis/blackberry character with leafy notes. Lift and purity on the nose and palate. Bright, fresh acidity. All in great balance. Not cheap but this lives up to expectations for Clos de Bèze. ~ (18) Andy Howard, JancisRobinson.com 1-19-2024

Here too a discreet touch of wood is perceptible on the ripe aromas of pretty, even perfumed red berries that are mixed with pretty floral and spice wisps. The mouthfeel of the succulent, round and highly seductive large-bodied flavors is quite sleek as the supporting tannins are dense but fine on the lingering finish that exhibits excellent power and drive. This is very much built to repay extended keeping though it should be worth the wait. In short, this is potentially brilliant. ~ (96) Allen Meadows, Burghound 1-10-2024