Ghislaine Barthod, Chambolle-Musigny Les Noirots

Ghislaine Barthod, Chambolle-Musigny Les Noirots(from a . 14 ha parcel). Once again firm reduction flattens the underlying fruit at present. Otherwise there is impressive volume and power to the broad shouldered flavors that possess a velvety mid palate that contrasts considerably with the robust and borderline rustic finale that is supported by very firm tannins. This offers fine development potential but its not likely to make for especially interesting early drinking.

(from Les Combes

balanced and vibrant finish that delivers its usual fine length

round and very generously proportioned

but it is a very fine Gaja wine that reaches this level because of Angelo Gaja's iron-clad will and determination to make it so

The 2012 Le Plus

The wine was made from a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 37% Merlot

the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard offers up a profound and singular nose of loam

A benchmark bottling that's a staple of my cellar

this medium bodied Pomerol offers chocolate mint

Ripe and attractively fresh aromas include those of black cherry coulis

The wine is redolent of dark fruit

and loads of complexity