2015 Gevrey Chambertin Domaine Perrot-Minot

The juicy cherry flavor is beautifully displayed against a silky texture, vibrant structure and a dense matrix of tannins in this elegant red. Accents of mineral and spice add depth as a tanginess sneaks into the long finish. Best from 2022 through 2043.

There is enough reduction to mask the underlying fruit at present. The palate impression of the tautly muscular middle weight flavors is completely different as this is quite firm and robust with good power that carries over to the balanced and impressively persistent finish. This is certainly Gevrey in character but thanks to the relatively fine-grained tannins it avoids any sense of rusticity. Recommended.

The 2015 Gevrey-Chambertin has an understated bouquet with pure red cherry and strawberry aromas, a touch of wilted rose petal developing in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, harmonious in the mouth, not the most complex village cru on the block, but I appreciate its harmony and silky texture on the finish. Enjoy this over 3-5 years after bottling.

Bright, dark red. Cooler aromas of raspberry, white tobacco and mint complicated by sexy smoke and meat nuances. Juicy, quite dry and subdued; a step down in texture and depth from the last couple of wines. Rather taut for a village wine, but shows attractive rose petal lift. Finishes juicy, spicy and persistent, with suave tannins.