Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2022The 2022 Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru from Philippe Charlopin perfectly embodies the seductive nature that gives this grand cru its name. As one of Gevrey Chambertin's most approachable grand crus, this vintage shows both immediate charm and serious aging potential. The nose is wonderfully inviting, offering a generous array of ripe red and black fruits, complemented by subtle spice notes and an underlying earthy complexity. The aromatic profile

Colour is rich purple

crème de cassis

the palate features fantastically ripe

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 95%

This is surely what makes it one of the most famous Climats of the Corton hill

and naturally glyceric

The acid is medium because 2015 was a hot year

to note that it will need plenty of bottle age is largely superfluous

leavened by Margaux-inspired femininity that completes that standout 2015 on the Left Bank

The harvest was particularly splendid and picking lasted from August 25 to the final days of September

The structure is both powerful and controlled

packed with exotic spice and red and black fruit layers