Domaine Armand Rousseau Ruchottes- Chambertin Grand Cru 'Clos des Ruchottes 2009

 The bit of extra generosity that the ripeness of 2009 provides in the Rousseau Ruchottes-Chambertin is extremely enticing, as this normally very elegant rendition of this great vineyard has an added dimension of sappiness in this vintage. The nose offers up a beautiful blend of red and black cherries, coffee, a touch of raw cocoa, woodsmoke, lovely soil tones and just a touch of new oak. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, deep and wonderfully sappy on the attack, with a fine core of fruit, lovely focus and excellent length and grip on the finish that is both elegant and flamboyant at the same time. A dynamite bottle of Ruchottes. (Drink between 2017-2045)