2013 Robert Groffier, Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru, Les Amoureuses 1x75cl

Vinous – 92+

(50% new oak, 50% vendange entier): Bright, dark red. Captivating perfume of black raspberry, rose petal and orange zest, plus a wild leathery quality. Quite plush and thick, conveying a noble rusticity to the blackberry and violet flavors. At once powerful and suave, with a fine-grained texture given cut and shape by excellent acidity. Finishes brisk and long, with late hints of fresh blood and leather as well as a slight bitter edge that calls for patience. [Stephen Tanzer, 03/01/2016]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2031

Robert Parker – 92

The 2013 Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru les Amoureuses has a well defined bouquet with detailed black cherry and blueberry aromas, quite harmonious with a touch of lemon rind in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannin, well judged acidity, and there is a little tightness perhaps here. There is a fine seem of acidity, though perhaps the elegance of the 2014 means that it does not quite reach the same heights. Nice saline finish though — drink this over the next 10-15 years. [28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2033