Style Profile at a Glance
| Attribute | Profile | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Medium-to-Full-Bodied, Broad & Muscular | ●●●●● |
| Sweetness | Dry | ●●●●● |
| Tannins | Firm, Structure-Driven & Cellar-Worthy | ●●●●● |
| Acidity | Vibrant & Mineral-Driven | ●●●●● |
| Oak | Integrated (Aged in French oak barriques with disciplined wood framing) | ●●●●● |
Terroir, History & Acclaim
Critical Recognition:
Burghound 92-94 pts
Jasper Morris 93-96 pts
- 92-94 Points - Burghound (Allen Meadows): This is aromatically similar to the Charmes but with notes of plum and better overall layering. There is a bit more mid-palate density to the sleek, intense and solidly powerful flavors that possess notably better depth and persistence on the balanced, built-to-age, compact and quite serious finale. Excellent if you have the patience.
- 93-96 Points ★★★★☆ - Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy): A little more of a purple tint to the crimson colour. Almost a touch of tobacco in the nose, fresh not stale. Behind that, a depth of raspberry fruit, with unusual energy behind, definitely kicks on – now raspberry and strawberry mixed. A clean and persistent finish. Drink from 2028-2036. Drink from 2028-2036. Tasted Nov 2022.
- The Wild, Earthy Terroir of Mazoyères-Chambertin: Situated just south of Charmes-Chambertin, *Mazoyères-Chambertin* features thin limestone soils interbedded with clay and small river stones. Distinct from its neighbor, Mazoyères brings a wilder, more savory, and broader structural frame to Pinot Noir.
- Organic Mastery at Domaine Taupenot-Merme: Led by sibling team Romain and Virginie Taupenot, this Morey-Saint-Denis-based estate spans 13 hectares across prestigious Burgundian appellations. Practicing organic viticulture, they employ minimal extraction and disciplined oak usage to allow each vineyard’s unique geological identity to shine through unadorned.
Highlights
- 100% Pinot Noir organically farmed from old vines in the historic Mazoyères-Chambertin Grand Cru vineyard.
- A radiant 2021 Grand Cru expression combining dark berry depth, savory wild earth, and firm structural power.
- Crafted by the renowned Domaine Taupenot-Merme, celebrated for their pure, terroir-focused winemaking style.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Deep ruby-purple core with energetic crimson highlights at the rim.
- Nose: Brooding, complex, and wild. It opens with aromas of ripe black cherries, wild blackberries, and dark plums, accompanied by notes of damp forest earth, crushed iron, subtle game, and toasted wood spice.
- Palate: Dry, medium-to-full-bodied, and broad. The entry brings a dense wave of dark berry sap that coats the palate, supported by firm, fine-grained Grand Cru tannins. Driven by vibrant limestone acidity, it finishes long, powerful, and mineral-driven.
Serving Suggestion
- Temperature: Serve slightly cool at 15–16°C. A gentle cellar-like chill focuses the dark berry fruit and keeps the firm structure smooth.
- Decanting: A 45-to-60 minute decant is recommended if opening early to allow the powerful aromatics and firm tannic structure to open. Cellar-worthy over the next 12 to 20 years.
- Western Pairing: Prime ribeye steak, roasted venison, slow-braised beef short ribs, wild boar, or aged hard cheeses like Comté.
- Asian Pairing: Peking duck, braised beef brisket, five-spice roasted pork, or wok-fried beef in black pepper sauce.
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