From Bouchard’s own vineyards, the 2002 Chambolle-Musigny (domaine) explodes from the glass with floral, spicy blueberries. Slightly tighter than the negociant bottling in the finish, its personality is broader, deeper, as well as more expressive in the attack and mid-palate. Loads of blackberries, dark cherries, and cassis can be detected amidst the ripe tannin in this impressive effort’s character. Projected maturity: 2006-2011.
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