A more elegant and refined nose of ripe red and blue pinot fruit with violet and rose petal nuances leads to round, rich, serious and fresh flavors that are at once delicate and punchy on the mid-palate yet interestingly, fairly robust on the solidly long finish where a distinct note of anise surfaces. This is a lovely and understated Chambolle with a veneer of lace but a superstructure of firm tannins.

A concentrated core of black cherry, blackberry and sweet spice aromas and flavors marks this red, which packs a lot of acidity and tannins, but also has the sweetness, length and fruit to match. Best from 2012 through 2022. 14 cases imported. –BS