Bouchard Père & Fils : Chapelle-Chambertin Grand cru 2009

Subtle bright dark ruby. Rich and evolved nose. Sweet and charming with a great infused rose-petal nose and structure. Real energy here – and not too closed. Seductive. Roses all the way. Charm a go go! Long.

(Prost vinifies this wine from purchased grapes) Good deep red. Musky, reticent aromas of redcurrant and blackberry, plus a whiff of citrus peel and a light vegetal note. Juicy and tightly wound, with a licorice flavor and good lift from the citrus element. This extremely backward, inscrutable wine needs a racking and will require extended bottle aging. Judgment deferred.