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Camille Giroud, Chambertin Grand Cru 2018
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru is blended with 50% whole cluster and 30% new oak. It has quite a dense, powerful bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit mixed with loamy, peaty aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, conveying more energy than the Charmes-Chambertin and good grip on the finish. Excellent.
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.
