The 2002 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru from Dugat-Py is really beginning to hit its stride, wafting from the glass with a superb bouquet of wild blueberries, blackberry, cassis, grilled venison, juniper and rich soil tones. On the palate, the wine is supple and expansive, with an ample chassis of velvety tannins, a deep core of cool, vibrant fruit and incredible intensity. Served next to the 2005 Charmes, the 2002 reveals darker fruit tones and cooler acids. At age fifteen, its tannins are beginning to melt, and its new oak is very well integrated; but this remains youthful and beautifully defined.

Reminiscent of liquid satin, the candied black fruit, rose, and spice-scented 2002 Charmes-Chambertin seduces with its mouth-coating, harmonious personality. Loads of dark cherries, blackberries, spices, and raspberries are found in this generous, awesomely ripe wine. “Sweet, sweet, sweet” read my notes... Decadently powerful yet supple, and armed with great purity, it will be at its finest between 2007-2017. Importer: Weygandt-Metzler, Peter Weygandt, Unionville, PA; tel. (610) 486-0800