Domaine Armand Rousseau Pere et Fils Chambertin Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits, France 2019

Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 is a monumental expression of Pinot Noir, marrying the power of Chambertin with the refinement for which Rousseau is legendary. The nose is initially reserved, slowly unfolding layers of dark cherry, raspberry, violets, forest floor, and subtle spice. On the palate it is deep, concentrated, and impeccably balanced, with vibrant acidity, fine-grained yet authoritative tannins, and flavors of red and black fruit, savory earth, and mineral depth. Long, precise, and resonant on the finish, this is a classic, age-worthy Chambertin that will reward long cellaring, yet already hints at extraordinary complexity and pedigree.

"The 2019 Chambertin Grand Cru is very promising, unwinding in the glass with aromas of exotic spices, grilled meats, cherries, cassis, dark chocolate, licorice and loamy soil. Full-bodied, deep and concentrated, it was the most introverted, tightly wound wine in the cellar on the day of my visit. Broad-shouldered and elegantly muscular, it's bright and precise, concluding with a penetrating finish." Wine Advocate 96-98