The 2009 Chambolle-Musigny flows with layers of perfumed fruit. The fine tannins balance the fruit quite nicely and add grip to the long, delicate finish. This appears to be an early-drinking wine that will deliver considerable pleasure over the next few years. The Chambolle was bottled in February 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2019. I tasted the following wines with Charles Van Canneyt, Alain Hudelot’s grandson. Van Canneyt showed me a few 2008s before moving into the 2009s. The estate did some chaptalization in 2008. Based on the selection of wines I tasted, that may have robbed some of the 2008s of their vintage character. Vintage 2009 seems to have played more to the estate’s strengths. The estate used 50% new oak for the Grand Crus and 30% for the 1ers. Importer: Atherton Imports, Menlo Park, CA; tel. (650) 328-6639

A ripe, black cherry jam– and spice-flavored rendition, yet dense tannins keep this focused. This big Chambolle shows richness and a supple texture, with a fine, juicy finish that shows a touch of heat. Best from 2014 through 2022. 20 cases imported.??–BS??Region: France / Burgundy / Chambolle-Musigny Select to Add