Chambertin Vieille Vigne Jean-Marie Fourrier 2014 (750ML)

"""The 2014 Chambertin Grand Cru is not quite as expressive on the nose as the Clos-de-Bèze, but it gradually opens with red cherries mingling with raspberry coulis and fresh fig. The palate is medium-bodied with a saline entry and a fresh line of acidity, gently building in the mouth with a slightly meaty, structured finish. Very fine, though the Clos-de-Beze has the refinement...91-93"" WA 12/15"

Like the Clos de Bèze moderate wood can be found on the brooding nose of black pinot fruit that is liberally laced by notes of earth and animale nuances. The lush and very generous medium weight plus flavors possess both good energy and fine precision while delivering excellent power and minerality on the balanced, long and youthfully austere finale. Once again I would suggest buying this only if you have the intent of aging it for at least 8 years or so...92-94 BH 01/16