Chambertin Grand Cru

Score

95-97

"The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru really merits its place in the hierarchy this year, unfurling in the glass with a complex bouquet of wild berries, plums and peonies complemented by nuances of blood orange, potpourri, cinnamon and smoked meats. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, supple and beautifully complete, with a layered and concentrated core, ripe acids and powdery tannins, concluding with a long and perfumed finish. In textural finesse and incipient complexity as well as in depth and dimension, the Chambertin possesses an extra dimension."

Score

95-97

"The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru is matured entirely in new oak with 40-50% whole-bunch fruit. It displays sublime purity on the nose, which offers layers of brambly red fruit mixed with crushed stone, pressed rose petals and freshly tilled soil. The medium-bodied palate delivers supple tannins and a perfect line of acidity. Tighter than the Mazis-Chambertin, with a precise and quite conservative finish. This is another profound Chambertin from Arnaud Mortet."

Score

97

"If it were in my gift - which it will never be, alas - I'd love to give Arnaud Mortet some more Chambertin vines, as he only has 0.15ha to supply wine lovers across the globe. Fermented with 50% whole bunches and aged in 100% new wood, it's a polished, refined, sweetly fruited Grand Cru red that glides silkily across the palate. The balance is especially remarkable in a year like 2018, confirming the brilliance of this domaine."

Score

96-99

"Three barrels made. Glowing purple, with up to a half whole bunch vinification and all matured in new wood. Discreet yet gorgeous nose. This dances on the palate, as Arnaud has such a fine hand with whole bunches, which add an ethereal touch to a wine that will always be solidly grounded. A sublime and serene finish."