The 2016 Louis Jadot Chambolle Musigny les Sentiers is a Pinot Noir from the Burgundy region of France, specifically from the Cote de Nuits sub-region, within the Chambolle Musigny appellation and the Les Sentiers sub-appellation. This red wine, produced by Louis Jadot, is closed with a cork and has an alcohol content of 13.5%.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate reviewed this wine, awarding it a score of 92. The review, dated December 30, 2017, describes the 2016 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers as having a "light, quite conservative, tertiary bouquet with touches of cedar and tobacco." The palate is noted to be "medium-bodied with fine tannin, well-judged acidity and a low-key but pleasingly precise finish that blossoms with aeration," which the reviewer, NM, concludes as "very fine."
Burghound also gave this wine a score of 92 in a review dated April 15, 2018. The reviewer pointed out that the "strong wood/menthol influence all but overshadows the underlying plum, spice, and discreet anise wisps." The review continues to note that "there is more size, weight and power to the solidly concentrated medium weight plus flavors" and mentions the "fine length on the robust and muscular finish," summarizing the wine as "very Sentiers."
Both reviews highlight the robust character and the precise finish of this wine. The influence of wood and menthol as noted by Burghound may appeal to those who enjoy a slightly more complex bouquet, while Robert Parker's Wine Advocate emphasizes the wine's balanced acidity and fine tannins.
In summary, the 2016 Louis Jadot Chambolle Musigny les Sentiers is a well-regarded Pinot Noir that showcases the qualities of its terroir. It has received excellent reviews for its balanced structure and complexity, making it a noteworthy option for those seeking a refined Burgundy wine.