2009 Chambolle-Musigny, Les Charmes, La Pousse D'Or (750ml)

Vintage: 2009
Format: 750ml
Wine Name: Chambolle-Musigny
Vineyard: Les Charmes
Designation: 1er Cru
Appellation: Chambolle-Musigny
Producer: La Pousse d’Or
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Type: Red
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Sub-Region: Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Mild reduction compromises the expressiveness of the nose so be sure to decant this first. Otherwise, there is clear ripeness and richness to the voluminous and extract-dense flavors that coat the mouth and stain the palate on the gorgeously persistent finish. This is beautifully well-balanced and very Charmes as there is both a generosity and refinement to the seductive flavors and very firm finish. (93pts. Burghound)

Tasted: May 2011
Score: 93
Drink: Starting 2019

Tasting note: The 2009 Chambolle-Musigny Charmes is another huge, super-ripe wine. Black fruit, pepper, spices, menthol and goudron are among the nuances that take shape in the glass. Although quite dense and powerful at first, the wine finds a more delicate voice with time in the glass. Sweet rose petals and minerals linger on the finish. (92pts. AG, Wine Advocate)

Tasted: May 2011
Score: 92
Drink: 2019-34

Tasting note: Deep ruby-red. Wild but subdued aromas of kirsch, violet and underbrush. Fat, broad, rich and sweet but a bit monolithic now in spite of maintaining a rather light touch. Finishes with dusty tannins and a lingering note of licorice. Still a bit brutal today and in need of more personality. (89-91pts. Stephen Tanzer)

Tasted: Jan./Feb. 2011
Score: 89-91
Drink: N/A