The 2016 Domaine Taupenot-Merme Mazoyères-Chambertin is a notable Pinot Noir from the Gevrey-Chambertin sub-appellation of Burgundy, France. This wine, crafted by Domaine Taupenot-Merme, stands out for its nuanced complexity and strong reviews from esteemed critics.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an impressive 95 points. Neal Martin described it as having "a more sophisticated and mineral-driven bouquet than the Charmes-Chambertin," noting the presence of "red and black fruit, damp earth, minerals, and pressed flowers." He praised its medium-bodied palate, supple tannins, and energetic finish, emphasizing its potential to improve with age.

Vinous' Neal Martin gave the wine an even higher score of 96 points, highlighting its "irresistible bouquet" and the "crystalline fruit" characteristic of Romain Taupenot’s craftsmanship. Martin noted the wine's medium body and saline, complex finish, calling it "superb."

Decanter also commended the 2016 Mazoyères-Chambertin, awarding it 93 points. Their review described the wine as "the king of the cellar in 2016," with a "brooding bouquet of wild berries, spicy coniferous forest, and incipient suggestions of game." The palate was noted to be "concentrated, ample, and full-bodied" with "good energy and a fine-grained chassis of savoury, sapid tannins."

Jasper Morris of Inside Burgundy echoed similar sentiments, also scoring the wine 93 points. He highlighted its "fine deep clear purple" color and "steely concentration of fruit." Morris described the wine as "lush, bright, and exuberant," with "fully ripe rich red cherry fruit" and "very good concentration at the back," noting its impressive persistence.

Overall, the 2016 Domaine Taupenot-Merme Mazoyères-Chambertin is a distinguished Pinot Noir with a balanced profile of red and black fruits, earthy and mineral notes, and a vibrant finish. The wine's complexity and potential for aging make it a standout in the Domaine Taupenot-Merme lineup.