1996 Domaine Ponsot Griotte-Chambertin Grand Cru
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Score 86/100 · Pierre Rovani, Oct 1999
I had loved the 1996 Griotte-Chambertin out of barrel, bestowing upon it a 90-93 point rating. However, in bottle it is extremely disappointing. It is ruby-colored and displays scents of blood oranges and smoke with faint hints of red fruits in the background. My notes say, "Where's the fruit?!" This wine reveals tangy berries, stones, a light-to-medium body, and the tell-tale finish of a wine that is drying out. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel (205) 980-8802.
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86/100
Pierre Rovani
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Domaine Ponsot
Domaine Ponsot is one of the most well-known estates in the Côte de Nuits, famed for owning three of the original four hectares of the Clos de la Roche Grand Cru. The legendary domaine also produces another nine Grand Cru cuvées.