Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2022The 2022 Bonnes Mares Grand Cru from Philippe Charlopin exemplifies the power and nobility of this legendary grand cru straddling Morey Saint Denis and Chambolle Musigny. Here, Charlopin captures the unique character of a site known for combining muscular structure with ethereal elegance. The nose is profound and complex, revealing layers of dark fruits and red berries intermingled with exotic spices, violet florals, and an underlying mineral tension

the wine displays impressive concentration while maintaining energy and lift

The palate is crisp and fresh

reflecting Bâtard-Montrachet’s deeper soils while retaining Pacalet’s crystalline transparency

with precise tannins providing elegant structure without overwhelming the wine's inherent delicacy

the wine maintains remarkable detail and precision

I like the balance and while this should also reward longer-term cellaring in this case it should be approachable after only 7 to 8 years of aging

The structure is firm yet sophisticated - a hallmark of Les Charmots - with fine-grained tannins providing refined support

notes of blackberry and mulberry fruit

Aged for 18 months in barrels

unwinding in the glass with notes of Anjou pear

impressive density

The mid-palate gains depth through savoury nuances — hazelnut