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Camille Giroud, Chambertin Grand Cru 2014
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, Camille Giroud's 2014 Chambertin Grand Cru has an arresting, quite oriental-scented bouquet with touches of hoisin and cooked meats infusing the dark red berry fruit. With time, there is a faint touch of cola that develops—a little strange. The palate is medium-bodied with supple ripe black fruit laced with truffle and a touch of black pepper. I appreciate the balance and focus of this Chambertin and it feels very long on the finish. Excellent. Tasted September 2017.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2014 Chambertin Grand Cru, matured in about 30% new oak, has a well defined bouquet, timid at first but it only takes a few swirls of the glass to unleash those seductive rose petal-infused red fruit that gains intensity over three to four minutes. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly chewy entry. The acidity is well judged, quite grippy in the mouth with a dense finish that will hopefully muster a touch more finesse towards the finish. There is potentially a very fine Chambertin here, but it is very closed at the moment and will need 3-4 years in bottle at least.
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.
