Armand Rousseau Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 Maipo.Valley An overtly spicy and floral-scented

An overtly spicy and floral-scented nose reveals additional notes of plum

but another look with decanting showed that it was ready to roll

scorched earth

suggesting crustacean shell reductions

Armand Rousseau Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 Maipo.Valley An overtly spicy and floral-scentedThis too reflects just enough wood to mention as it serves as a relatively neutral backdrop for the restrained and pure essence of red pinot fruit, earth and discreet spice whiffs. The backward if supple medium bodied flavors possess a beguiling sense of underlying tension that carries over to the detail but very firm, serious and youthfully austere finish that delivers sneaky good length. Of all the Rousseau wines, the Charmes has made the most