Ponsot Chapelle Chambertin Grand Cru 2011 Volume:1.5L The 1988 is still young

The 1988 is still young

oyster shell and sea breeze

but perhaps the ultimate example because the intense botrytis and unctuosity the wine possesses is buttressed by slightly more acidity

A brilliantly discreet spicy nose consists of sandalwood

Otherwise there is excellent volume to the equally muscular big-bodied flavors that are richer but don't quite have the same sense of underlying tension before terminating in a palate coating and quite firmly structured finish that delivers terrific length

Ponsot Chapelle Chambertin Grand Cru 2011 Volume:1.5L The 1988 is still youngA brooding and inexpressive nose of both red and dark berry fruit evidences discreet liqueur like nuances as well. The impressively scaled and palate coating flavors coat the mouth with dry extract and possess imposing size and weight before culminating in a firm, austere and beautifully persistent finish.