2015 Domaine Armand Rousseau Ruchottes Chambertin Clos des Ruchottes Grand Cru

The 2015 Ruchottes-Chambertin Clos des Ruchottes Grand Cru is quite simply one of the best ever produced chez Armand Rousseau. It has what can only be described as a "stunner" of a nose. It just bursts with ripe red cherries, crushed strawberry, minerals, orange blossom and a hint of blueberry. It just gains more and more intensity in the glass. The palate is beautifully balanced with crushed rock on the entry, superb tension and killer precision on the finish. Just the energy here seems to fizz with excitement. This is a fabulous Ruchottes-Chambertin with a long and prosperous future ahead. (NM) Review Date: December 2016