2008 Domaine Bruno Clavelier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru "La Combe d'Orveaux" Vieilles Vignes

“Medium red. Reticent aromas of raspberry, strawberry, licorice and menthol show a medicinal reserve. Dense, supple and a bit youthfully folded in on itself, with strong stony minerality keeping the red fruit and floral flavors under wraps. A bit less sweet than the Beaux Monts. But this impeccably balanced and energetic wine builds impressively on the back half and saturates the palate with smoky, minerally perfume. (ST) 92+” (03/2011)

“A highly complex nose of minerally, cool and sublimely rendered pinot fruit that runs primarily toward the red side of the spectrum is followed by beautifully detailed, racy and remarkably fine middle weight flavors that culminate in a linear and borderline austere finish that offers outstanding length. This delivers a striking combination of power and finesse with excellent finishing drive. *Outstanding*” (01/2011)