2022, Domaine Lignier-Michelot, CHARMES-CHAMBERTIN, Grand CruThe 2022 Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru, containing 100% whole bunches, has a well defined bouquet that effortlessly disguises the stem addition. Struck flint and light graphite notes seep through the mainly black fruit, developing a subtle floral scent with time in the glass. The palate is medium bodied with a crisp flintiness on the entry and a silver bead of acidity. It is very proportioned and focused on the finish. This is another cuve that is

white flowers and fresh bread

91 Allen Meadows

Harvest 5-22 September

Harvest ran from 17th September to 12th October

but that could also be simply a reflection of the barrel sample

finishing with a considerable punch

emphasising bitter orange and saffron

1% grenache

The 2022 Quintus represents the first vintage with the full 42 hectares in production after the acquisition of Château Grand Pontet

but not fully carbonic

it's a resounding success for administrator Frédéric Faye and his team

Ten years later vine stock from Sancerre was added by Baptiste and Julie which added extra layers of richness and complexity