1999 Domaine Comte de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru

“This is slowly beginning to unwind to reveal a still cool, reserved and supremely elegant nose of drop dead gorgeous pinot aromas as well as a mix of stone and red and black fruits. It is already showing excellent complexity, fine intensity and very fine length all the while exuding an unmistakable level of class and refinement. There is still a touch of youthful toughness on the finish though after an hour or so of air, it begins to mellow out so the '99 1ers has not quite yet arrived at its peak drinkability, at least not for my taste. Tasted multiple times with consistent notes. It bears pointing out that this is evolving slowing and while it certainly can be enjoyed now with 30 minutes or so of air, it will need another 5 to 8 years before it arrives at its full apogee.” (10/2012)

“The Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru 1999 is deep in color. It has a lovely savory bouquet with hints of Italian cured meats and bacon fat intermingling with briary scents, all with really impressive intensity. The palate is full-bodied and well balanced. There is clearly a bit of sinew here. Truffle and sappy black fruit form the second half with a saline note urging another sip toward the finish. This punches above my expectations, though I would be tempted to keep bottles down in the bunker for another three or four years. Like many 1999s, this is in for the long haul. (NM)” (04/2015)

“Deep, bright red-ruby. Perfumed, fruit-driven aromas of black cherry, cassis, raspberry and flowers. Full, sweet and deep, with impressive volume and breadth. Began a bit closed in the middle, but opened to show a wonderfully lush texture. Finishes very long and fresh, with dusty, even tannins and solid structure. This is all Musigny, from the estate vines less than 25 years old. The best value in the cave. (ST)” (03/2002)

“Beautiful and structured, with plenty of fruit to back it up. Medium- to full-bodied, this displays deep color, good acidity and blackberries and cherries. Long finish, with plenty of silkiness and mineral. Class in a glass. (PM)” (02/2002)