1999 Charmes Chambertin
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Tasting notes
Moderate ruby colour with not much ageing on the rim. Quite a broody nose at first, complex with notes of cherry liqueur, cocoa. Backward, very tight. The palate is certainly Grand Cru. Very harmonious, filigree tannins and yet structured, superb fruit concentration. Wild strawberry, cranberry, raspberry. There is real attack here, superb definition. I think this is beginning to close up, but great potential. An possibly under-rated wine and great value.
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Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pierre Rovani, Wine Advocate
More reviews and scores
The medium to dark ruby-colored 1999 Charmes-Chambertin has boisterous, sweet red cherry aromas. Medium-bodied and supple, it reveals loads of red and black cherry fruit in its fresh yet firm personality. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.
Full medium red. Floral, sappy aromas of red fruits, nuts and game. Tangy red fruit flavors are kept bright by healthy ripe acidity. Finishes with very good length and grip. An unusually strong showing for this cuvee.
Once again, the mystery as to why Domaine Rousseau can produce such brilliant results with their big three but yet not with their Charmes, is posed for all to ponder. Pretty and sappy but lacks real character and depth. Good but certainly not exceptional.
About the producer
Based in Gevrey-Chambertin, Domaine Armand Rousseau is one of Burgundy’s most famous estates. Revered for making unearthly expressions of Pinot Noir, the estate’s wines are some of the most collectable in the world.