Haven't a burgundy in some time, and this premier cru from Frederic Magnien is hitting the spot! Surprisingly intense color given its age, the wine exhibits a much more fruit-forward nose than a typical burgundy (likely due to the fact that 2003 was an extremely hot vintage). Medium-plus bodied on the palate, but much of the tannic backbone has dissipated considerably, suggesting that this is on a (relatively) fast evolutionary track. Finish is balanced. Overall this is an excellent wine, but if you have bottles of this stashed away you might want to consider enjoying them sooner rather than later.
Haven't a burgundy in some time, and this premier cru from Frederic Magnien is hitting the spot! Surprisingly intense color given its age, the wine exhibits a much more fruit-forward nose than a typical burgundy (likely due to the fact that 2003 was an extremely hot vintage). Medium-plus bodied on the palate, but much of the tannic backbone has dissipated considerably, suggesting that this is on a (relatively) fast evolutionary track. Finish is balanced. Overall this is an excellent wine, but if you have bottles of this stashed away you might want to consider enjoying them sooner rather than later.
Jun 22nd, 2017
Chambolle-Musigny, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
