Philippe Pacalet, Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru other_regions_australia 18% Cabernet Franc and 17%

18% Cabernet Franc and 17% Cabernet Sauvignon

spicy thrust on a strikingly long

a blend of Chenin Blanc

the powerful and very serious middle weight flavors are relatively refined thanks to the dense but fine-grained tannins that shape the punchy

Roederer's 2011 Blanc de Blancs is showing brilliantly and no doubt reflects Lecaillon's decision to be extremely selective

Philippe Pacalet, Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru other_regions_australia 18% Cabernet Franc and 17%(from a blend of Sentiers and Feusselottes). Pretty and well layered aromas consist of plum, violet and spice elements. There is excellent minerality and a relatively refined mid palate mouth feel despite ample muscle and punch reflected by the bitter cherry, moderately firm and palate coating finish. This is not a Chambolle of lace and grace but I like the delivery as well as the underlying material. (90 92) 2024+