I have actually encountered better bottles than this

A broadranging and wonderfully elegant array features notes of spice

this is somewhat more forward and approachable than is typical for this wine

full-bodied and with very silky tannins

3% Cabernet Franc makes up the rest of the blend

Roche Bellene, Chambertin Vintage:2012 I have actually encountered betterLike the Romane Saint Vivant, this was initially badly reduced, indeed to the point that it was unpleasant. I once again left the bottle exposed to air for 24 hours and unlike the Romane Saint Vivant, it actually largely, if not completely cleaned up to where the reduction was more of a nuance rather than dominating the ripe dark currant, earth and floral suffused nose. There is good vibrancy to the medium weight and mineral inflected flavors that