2002 Domaine Comte de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru

“A perfumed, elegant and overtly spicy red currant and floral-suffused nose is still quite fresh as it displays only hints of secondary development. The medium full flavors are ripe, sophisticated and supple while exhibiting an attractive mineral streak that imparts the impression of both lift and firmness to the wonderfully long and well-balanced finish. I quite like this as the grace and class of its origins are plain to see.” (03/2019)

“Sexy high tones and a balsamic quality to the aromas of currant, plum and leather. Then silky and plush in the mouth but with no shortage of power or energy to its redcurrant and nutty oak flavors. Seriously concentrated premier cru with finishing suggestions of leather and game. Winemaker François Millet expressed the opinion that the 2002s were expressive from the start and never really closed down. 'They were also sweeter and warmer than the 2014s, and less subtle, with higher alcohol.' (ST)” (02/2016)