Armand Rousseau Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 Maipo.Valley but another look with decanting

but another look with decanting showed that it was ready to roll

what else can be said about something so perfect and thrilling

rounded and creamy texture that carries loads of black cherry

suggesting crustacean shell reductions

seems to be the most gravelly (pardon the pun) and with loads of minerality it’s a more backward tannic style

Armand Rousseau Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 Maipo.Valley but another look with decantingThis too reflects just enough wood to mention as it serves as a relatively neutral backdrop for the restrained and pure essence of red pinot fruit, earth and discreet spice whiffs. The backward if supple medium bodied flavors possess a beguiling sense of underlying tension that carries over to the detail but very firm, serious and youthfully austere finish that delivers sneaky good length. Of all the Rousseau wines, the Charmes has made the most