Domaine Denis Bachelet Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes 2023 [NET] GERAUS some over a century old

some over a century old

just ten percent of it new

mostly destemmed

and a balsamic edge

and vanillin spice

Domaine Denis Bachelet Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes 2023 [NET] GERAUS some over a century oldCharmes Chambertin is Denis Bachelet's calling card, the bottling that earned him the nickname "King of Charmes." From a tiny four hectare Gevrey estate he has run nearly alone since 1983, this grand cru comes from old vines that give it concentration, depth, and a velvety richness rare even at this level. Bachelet farms sustainably and uses oak with restraint, letting the site speak. The 2023 is a profound, age worthy Pinot that rewards patience;