Vinous (92-94)

The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru includes 20% whole bunches, matured in one-third new oak. It has a gorgeous bouquet of cranberry and raspberry fruit with veins of cassis; later, brown spices emerge. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, good depth and fine grip, perhaps just missing a little precision toward the finish but still very fine.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from the Mazoyères side. It has a very attractive bouquet of black cherries, wild strawberry, cola and touches of brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, the 30% whole bunch lending a subtle earthiness on the midpalate, although I would like a little more substance to show on the finish. Enjoy this over the next 15 years.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from the Mazoyères side. It has a very attractive bouquet of black cherries, wild strawberry, cola and touches of brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, the 30% whole bunch lending a subtle earthiness on the midpalate, although I would like a little more substance to show on the finish. Enjoy this over the next 15 years.

Vinous (93-95)

Situated in Mazoyères, the 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is well defined on the nose with precise black fruit laced with blueberry and light violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit laced with graphite, quite strict and linear with good grip on the finish. One of the more structured Charmes-Chambertins that you will find in this vintage. Just one barrel made in 2019.

Vinous (93-95)

Situated in Mazoyères, the 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is well defined on the nose with precise black fruit laced with blueberry and light violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit laced with graphite, quite strict and linear with good grip on the finish. One of the more structured Charmes-Chambertins that you will find in this vintage. Just one barrel made in 2019.

Dazzle your palate with the Humbert Freres Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019, a splendid exemplification of familial wine-making expertise. Lovingly crafted by brothers Frédéric and Emmanuel Humbert in Burgundy's prestigious Charmes-Chambertin appellation, this wine stands as an exquisite testimony to the Grand Cru status it's accorded.

Each sip reveals an opulent, yet balanced orchestra of flavours. It teases with notes of ripe strawberries and black cherries, accented by an underlying minerality that gives way to elements of delicate spices. Produced from Pinot Noir grapes, these brothers meticulously maintain the old vines themselves, ensuring an exuberant yield of meticulously pruned fruit, used to create this enchanting elixir.

The Humbert Freres Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 is indeed a delight for the discerning, an embodiment of the brothers' commitment towards sustainability and respect for the land. A taste of this wine transcends simply the glass, offering a harmonious experience that captures pure Burgundian allure.

Experience a wine like no other with the Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 1998. This vintage beauty crafted in the heart of Burgundy, France is the brainchild of master winemaker Jacky Truchot. Truchot is globally recognised for his minimal intervention philosophy and a purist's approach to vino. Aged to perfection, the wine boasts a robust body and a sumptuous array of flavours.

The Charmes-Chambertin vineyard is acclaimed for its privileged terroir, producing elegant and sophisticated Pinot Noir. The year 1998 was exceptional, favoring the expression of each grape's unique character, resulting in a splendidly balanced wine. The Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 1998 exhibits an enthralling complex nose of red fruits, truffle, and refined minerals. The palate is sophisticated, with a striking depth of flavour marked by richness and finesse. A fabulous wine embodying the spirit of French winemaking.

Introducing the elusive gem in wine connoisseur's collections, the esteemed Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 2002. Meticulously crafted in Burgundy, France's famous wine-growing region, this exceptional vintage is the epitome of exquisite Grand Cru winemaking. Jacky Truchot, a venerable wine producer known for his non-interventionist approach, has infused this wine with the purest expression of its terroir.

The 2002 Vv flaunts a seductive bouquet of black cherries, spices and a hint of earthy undertones. Its harmonious balance of fruit intensity and refined minerality reflects the calcareous clay vineyards it originated from. Maturing in French oak barrels, this wine has a complex, lingering finish that echoes its distinguished pedigree.

A limited-edition release, the Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 2002 truly encapsulates the grandeur of Burgundian wines. Savour the opportunity to appreciate this extraordinary testament to time-honoured winemaking traditions.

Indulge in the illustrious Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 2005. This revered wine, crafted in the heart of Burgundy's celebrated vineyards, exemplifies the exceptional savoir-faire of legendary winemaker Jacky Truchot. With his ascetic philosophy, Truchot has notoriously favoured tradition over technology, resulting in wines of incomparable elegance and purity.

The Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 2005 2005 boasts a vibrant, ruby-red hue, unfolding a complex bouquet of red fruits, earthy undertones, and subtle spice. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, the wine is a harmonious balance of power and finesse. Its lingering, palate-caressing finish is a testament to the quality of the Grand Cru terroir.

Highly sought after by enthusiasts, the Jacky Truchot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vv 2005 is a treasurable gem, encapsulating the allure and sophistication of Burgundy wines in an unforgettable journey of epicurean delight.

Vinous (90-92)

Good dark red. Very shy nose hints at crushed stone, menthol, flowers and licorice. Then surprisingly round and charming in the mouth, with a distinctly silky, open-knit texture to the fat dark berry fruit. Not hugely complex but developing nicely. This should give pleasure early.

Wine Advocate (92)

Drouhin's 2016 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is showing very well from bottle, unfurling in the glass with aromas of ripe cherry and berry fruit that mingle with nuances of espresso, dried flowers and grilled meats, all framed by some toasty new oak. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with a sappy core of nicely concentrated fruit, fine tannins and bright balancing acids. This is an elegant, racy Charmes-Chambertin that is somewhat reminiscent of the 2010 rendition.

Wine Advocate (90-92)

The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru exhibits aromas of red cherries, potpourri, citrus rind and creamy new oak. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and expressive, with an exuberant core of succulent, mouthwatering fruit that largely conceals a fine-grained framing of tannin. Giving and fruit-driven, this will drink well in its youth.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from contracted fruit sourced from the lieu-dit of Aux Charmes. Deep and noticeably limpid in color, it has a gorgeous, pure and sensual bouquet that shows more composure than the Corton Grand Cru. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins and more backbone than the Corton. The lively, spicy, black pepper-tinged finish lingers in the mouth. Excellent.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from contracted fruit sourced from the lieu-dit of Aux Charmes. Deep and noticeably limpid in color, it has a gorgeous, pure and sensual bouquet that shows more composure than the Corton Grand Cru. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins and more backbone than the Corton. The lively, spicy, black pepper-tinged finish lingers in the mouth. Excellent.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)

Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)

Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)

Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021

Wine Advocate (97-98)

From vines said to have been planted in the 1880s, the Roty 2005 Charmes Chambertin Tres Vieilles Vignes announces its distinction a foot away from the glass, with uncanny intensity and clarity of black fruit essences, along with ineffable mineral and animal suggestions. Tactile cinnamon spiciness, bitter-sweet herbs, and black cherry and black raspberry concentrate (fresh, yet with liqueur-like intensity, sweetness and viscosity) saturate the palate, and a dark and rising tide of mineral and carnal flavors meets the fruit and spice in a thunderous finish. There is mystery aplenty here, with the sex appeal well beneath the surface.

Wine Advocate (97-98)

From vines said to have been planted in the 1880s, the Roty 2005 Charmes Chambertin Tres Vieilles Vignes announces its distinction a foot away from the glass, with uncanny intensity and clarity of black fruit essences, along with ineffable mineral and animal suggestions. Tactile cinnamon spiciness, bitter-sweet herbs, and black cherry and black raspberry concentrate (fresh, yet with liqueur-like intensity, sweetness and viscosity) saturate the palate, and a dark and rising tide of mineral and carnal flavors meets the fruit and spice in a thunderous finish. There is mystery aplenty here, with the sex appeal well beneath the surface.

Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (97)

Deep red-ruby, the darkest of the range. Superripe aromas of black cherry, tobacco, licorice, mint, minerals, violet and orange peel; even the nose conveys an impression of tightly coiled energy. The palate delivers almost confectionery sweetness but with solid underlying spine to the black fruit, violet and licorice flavors. Finishes with noble, sweet, fine-grained tannins and great perfumed, spicy, slow-building persistence. This is almost painfully backward and will need a good decade to express itself.

Vinous (96)

Full, deep red. Sexy scents of black raspberry, licorice, violet and minerals, plus torrefaction notes of espresso and mocha. More tightly wound on the palate than the young 2012; less horizontal and broad at this stage but wonderfully thick, fine-grained, savory and precise, with its multidimensional flavors of dark fruits, spices, minerals and flowers given an added element of complexity by savory soil tones. Manages to be both velvety and light on its feet, and ultimately suppler than the '12. This exceptional young grand cru finishes with utterly mellow, perfect integrated tannins, explosive rising length and penetrating salty minerality. In short, a great expression of soil and a classic example of its vintage. (13.7% alcohol; 3.34 pH; 20 h/h)

Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (93-96)

Bright ruby. Knockout nose combines cassis, blackberry, minerals and smoked meat. Creamy, deep and layered, combining outstanding concentration and superb inner-mouth lift. Finishes with a whiplash of black fruits and licorice, the tannins thoroughly buffered by the wine's extract. An infant today but already very subtle on the aftertaste.

Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (93-96)

Bright ruby. Knockout nose combines cassis, blackberry, minerals and smoked meat. Creamy, deep and layered, combining outstanding concentration and superb inner-mouth lift. Finishes with a whiplash of black fruits and licorice, the tannins thoroughly buffered by the wine's extract. An infant today but already very subtle on the aftertaste.

Wine Advocate (95)

The Roty 2012 Charmes-Chambertin is astoundingly good, and it has yet to shut down in the cellar. The bouquet reveals a lovely melange of black cherry, plum and rich soil tones that synergize beautifully with the wine's high toast cooperage. On the palate, the wine is carrying quite a bit of puppy fat that makes it deceptively accessible, but it's clear that when the very serious and refined structural chassis hidden behind that youthful precocity begins to open up a decade or so down the line, it will be an even more massive, bottomless wine. What a legacy the late Philippe Roty has left us!

Burghound (95)

An elegant, pure and broad-ranging nose is composed of very fresh, cool and airy aromas of both red and dark currant, spice and earth scents where the wood treatment is admirably subtle if again not invisible. There is a lovely mouth feel to the attractively intense and well-concentrated flavors that coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in a refined, well-balanced and beautifully persistent finish. Like the Griotte this is an overtly robust and powerful wine that will require an even longer snooze in a cool cellar.

Burghound (95)

An elegant, pure and broad-ranging nose is composed of very fresh, cool and airy aromas of both red and dark currant, spice and earth scents where the wood treatment is admirably subtle if again not invisible. There is a lovely mouth feel to the attractively intense and well-concentrated flavors that coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in a refined, well-balanced and beautifully persistent finish. Like the Griotte this is an overtly robust and powerful wine that will require an even longer snooze in a cool cellar.

Jancis Robinson (18)

Sweet, spicy nose. Very intense. Great polished tannins. Super-serious and bone dry. Tastes like essence of a wood-panelled room, somehow. (And I don’t mean wood panelling with TCA as in Middle Temple.) Very much for the patient.