Domaine Ponsot 2010 Charmes-Chambertin - Cuvée des Merles
Grand Cru Red barrel
Score: 90-93
Tasted: Jan 10, 2012
Drink: 2022+
Issue: 45
Note: a merle is a blackbird
Tasting note: Strong reduction. This is remarkably large-scaled with full-bodied and solidly concentrated flavors where the structural elements are notably ripe. There is a lovely sense of detail and I like the balance of the lingering finish as well. As good as this is, and it is excellent, there does not appear to be the same sheer depth of material that the other Ponsot grands crus possess.
