Verkostungsnotizen
Vinous 95+
Bright ruby-red. Wild, surprisingly expressive aromas of blackberry, violet, mocha and game. Wonderfully silky and seamless in the mouth, with terrific density and depth of texture and an insidious sweetness. Downright thick for a wine from Bachelet but with plenty of energy. This mounts and builds on the back half, staining the palate with smoky dark berry and game flavor on the rising finish. The tannins are firm and substantial but essentially sweet. This was 12.5% natural alcohol chaptalized to 13.5%. I can see this one evolving positively into its third decade of life.
Robert Parker 98
Although I generally find Charmes to be one of the lesser Grand Crus, including 2005, the one exception is Denis Bachelet. A lovely nose of pure red cherries, redcurrants and hedgerow there is destined to be very opulent yet refined. The palate has a silky, seductive entry with incredible delineation and immense clarity. Feminine, focused towards the finish that fans out across the palate. A sensuous Charmes that shimmers with vibrancy that will age glacially over twenty years. Drinking 2015-2035.
Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035
