Domaine de Montille Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens Bas 2022

Domaine de Montille Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens Bas 2022

declared in 2003 but just now about to hit the market

all from the Pignan lieu-dit and vines planted in 1942

The cool and pure medium weight plus flavors are remarkably refined for a young Chambertin yet there is clearly plenty of power lurking beneath the refined veneer

and a voluptuous mouthfeel and finish of close to 50+ seconds

this is actually slightly less structured though I emphasize slightly

There is once again an appealing sense of energy to the lighter weight flavors that deliver solid punch and persistence on the balanced finish

it's clear that the two bottles opened at that tasting were not representative

On the palate

The oak is completely obscured by the lavish

Gaja's 2019 Brunello di Montalcino from Pieve Santa Restituta is a refined expression of Sangiovese from one of Tuscany's most celebrated vintages

This is very Chambolle in style

all wrapped in a sleek and stony finish that is less austere than usual