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Camille Giroud, Chambertin Grand Cru 2011
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. Although there is a lot of oak on the nose of the 2011 Chambertin, it has plenty of red and black fruit on the nose with an attractive floral scent that gains intensity in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, gently grippy tannins and an impressive symmetry and poise toward the finish. It does not quite have the finesse of others, but I suspect that will develop with bottle age.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
In many vintages, Giroud's Chambertin needs time, but the 2011 looks like it will drink a bit earlier than many other recent versions. Soft and silky to the core, the 2011 graces the palate with striking purity and translucence. This is a decidedly feminine Chambertin that impresses for its balance.
About the Producer
Old and revered negociant, Camille Giroud was founded in 1865 and has long been known for releasing big powerful Burgundies with exceptional aging potential. In 2001 the estate was acquired by a group of investment bankers led by wine collector Joe Wender and his wife, renowned American Winemaker Ann Colgin. They hired 24 year old David Croix straight out of Oenology school to manage the distinguished cellar and began to acquire grapes to produce their own collection of great wines. Today David's successor Carel Voorhuis is crafting pure, seductive terroir-driven wines which are extremely aromatic, modern and refined with a wonderful texture.
