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Camille Giroud, Chambertin Grand Cru 2019
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2019 Chambertin Grand Cru is matured with 50% whole bunch. The delightful, beautifully defined bouquet is much more sophisticated than that of the Charmes-Chambertin that preceded it at my tasting. The palate is medium-bodied with dark berry fruit, black tea/Earl Grey notes and a touch of white pepper toward the finish. Not the most persistent Chambertin in 2019, but clearly very well crafted. 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.
