Lucien Le Moine, Chambolle Musigny Baudes other_regions_italy A background application of wood

A background application of wood frames the very ripe aromas of cassis

Blackberries with aromas of white peppers and chili peppers

The 2018 Pinot Noir Estate Vineyard comes from Swan and Calera clones planted in 2004 at a high vine density (3

persistent and solidly complex finale

Not a purists’ choice for sure – they should opt for the sensual 2000

Lucien Le Moine, Chambolle Musigny Baudes other_regions_italy A background application of woodReduction. This is also an overtly muscular wine and while its not quite as robust as the Vaucrains there is still plenty of focused power on the saline and austere finish that exudes a fine bead of minerality. I like the concentration and balance but even so this too is going to require extended cellaring. (90 93) 2026+