Focused, this red exudes black cherry, blackberry, earth, iron and tobacco flavors. It has innate power, expressed gracefully, with finely wrought tannins and a vibrant structure. Seems approachable already, but should evolve beautifully. Best from 2024 through 2045. — B.S.

(91-94 points) First to be picked, a little under 13%, with 25% new wood and 50% whole bunch vinification. A tighter nose than the Gevrey, taking a little time to coax out. Very pretty succulent, indeed floral notes, peonies, ripe cherries, with a vanilla cream oak in support. Sensual finish.

(91-93 points) The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Les Hauts Doix 1er Cru includes 25% new oak and around 50% whole bunch and represented the first vines to be picked this vintage; the alcohol is under 13.0° at the moment. This has a beautifully defined, well-focused and quite mineral-driven bouquet packed full of blackberry and raspberry fruit. The palate is full of primal energy, the red fruit framed by succulent tannins that form an almost corpulent finish, which disguises the structure underneath. This is a superb Chambolle-Musigny from Groffier. -- Neal Martin