Claude Dugat Griotte Chambertin Grand Cru 1995

Claude Dugat Griotte Chambertin Grand Cru 1995This isn't quite as deeply colored as the '95 Charmes (see herein) and the expressive nose is consistent with this as there is more evident maturity to the secondary fruit and earth aromas that display hints of sous bois. There is both good energy and a bit more refinement to the lightly stony medium weight plus flavors that evidence just a touch of tannic edginess on the lingering finish. This is pretty and certainly attractive in its fashion but the

but elegant and complex

with sweet tannin and plenty of power harnessed in a symmetrical

the palate has opened up and is beginning to pump on all cylinders

spice and red berry liqueur aromas that are trimmed in a hint of chocolate

all wrapped in bitter cherry pit-inflected

Medium to full-bodied

It is an utterly exceptional wine and a tribute to not only a great vineyard

rich wine whose tannins are getting silkier and silkier

with air it could actually be enjoyed though one thing that is crystal clear is that this is very much on the rise

There is a highly seductive mouth feel to the velvet-textured

elegant and seamless feel on the palate

a blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon