2015 Domaine Gerard Mugneret, Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru, Les Charmes 1x750ml

Vinous 91+

(50% vendange entier): Good dark red. Ripe, sappy aromas of black cherry, licorice, herbs and flowers. Concentrated and firmly structured, with its black fruit, licorice and violet flavors communicating an impression of power. Finishes broad and classically dry, with youthfully tough tooth-dusting tannins that will need time to harmonize with the wine’s fruit. Hints of herbs and flowers give lift to the back end. Mugneret described his Chambolle Charmes as "one of our most difficult parcels," explaining that the vines are strong and very productive and need to be carefully regulated. "Our vines produce a wine that’s something like the Brulees, which is closed and not too much fun when it’s young, showing good tension but less generosity." This wine may yet merit an even higher score. [Stephen Tanzer, 01/01/2018]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2036

Robert Parker 92

The 2015 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes includes 50% whole cluster and 40% new oak. The stem addition makes a little difference here, with more damp undergrowth, moss-like scents filtering through the dark cherry and wild strawberry fruit. This is a little more introspective than the two premier cru Vosne-Romanees. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin. I appreciate the energy and tension here, the veins of blood orange and fresh apricot lending charm and a sense of femininity on the finish. [Neal Martin, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2032