The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin is made from two parcels, the first true Charmes, the second Mazoyeres, vinified together. This shows cashmere-like elegance in its tannins, along with layers of finely-knit bright red fruit. The understated, feminine style suggests the wine will be ready to go with a minimum of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029. Philippe Charlopin showed me a large number of wines during my recent visit. This is a solid range of wines from top to bottom, although I can’t help thinking Charlopin might be better served by focusing on fewer wines and aiming for the higher level of quality that informs his finest bottles. The majority of these wines were made from 100% destemmed fruit. In 2009 fermentations lasted from 20-25 days. Most of the wines saw 30% new oak, although the Grand Crus saw 50% new barrels. The house style favors a rich, opulent expression of fruit.Importer: Peter Weygandt, Unionville, PA; tel. (610) 486-0800