Description

The 1991 Chambertin is one of the rare wines from this grand cru vineyard that justifies the price and mythical reputation. It is a great wine, with deep ruby color, and a splendid perfume of smoked meats, jammy black and red fruits, and Asian spices. Layers of supple, juicy, succulent fruit filled with glycerin, sweet tannin, and high alcohol make for a hedonistic, decadent mouthful of wine. It should drink well for at least 10-15 years. No matter how many wines I taste, or how long the days can be in damp, dingy cellars, it is hard to spit out wines such as Ponsot’s Chambertin.
Domaine Ponsot, Chambertin Grand Cru