2015 Domaine Trapet Gevrey-Chambertin Capita 1er Cru
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(the highest in octane of these 2015s at 14%; vinified with 50% whole clusters): Liqueur-like raspberry and plum on the nose. Generous, fat and rich in the middle palate, with captivating sweetness. Big, ripe tannins then shorten the wine's fruit on the back end, giving the finish a somewhat aggressive character. This wine struck me as much more vibrant and delineated from barrel in late 2016 but in bottle it's wanting in energy and definition. I'm not positive that this bottle is representative, but Trapet told me that he harvested this fruit on September 11, when grape sugars were skyrocketing.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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(a blend of premier crus; vinified entirely with whole clusters): Bright medium red. Captivating aromas and flavors of red berries and dried flowers accented by spices and white pepper. Juicy, intense and penetrating, with terrific acidity giving clarity and cut to the middle palate. Finishes with a firm spine of dusty tannins, terrific reserve and lovely lingering perfume. A standout here in 2015.
The 2015 Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Capita comes from five premier crus: Petite Chapelle, En Ergot, Corbeaux, Combottes and Clos Prieur, and it is 100% whole bunch fruit. It has a very elegant bouquet, the stem addition neatly disguised and barely conspicuous, merely lending freshness and personality to the black and red brambly fruit. The palate is fresh and well defined with blood orange notes infusing the vivacious red fruit. This has wonderful balance and infectious vigor that I hope will be translated once in bottle. This has so much to offer, one being that oft overlooked sense of "fun".