The backward, extracted, tannic 2002 Chambertin Clos de Beze is impressively endowed yet worrisome. Its vivacious aromatics reveal flower, earth, and black fruits. On the palate, this oak-laced, deep blackberry-filled, medium-bodied wine has immense depth and density yet is quite edgy and firm. Will it flesh out? Anticipated maturity: 2009-2020?
Importers include: Vintus, Manhasset, NY; tel. (914) 769-3000; Atherton Imports, Atherton, CA; tel. (650) 328-6639; and Chicago Wine Merchants, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 890-8131