The 2016 Mazi-Chambertin Grand Cru was showing more reduction than the Mazoyères and so the nose was difficult to read. It came at 13.6% natural alcohol. The palate is structured and masculine, the whole cluster rendering this a little more rough-hewn and rustic (35% whole bunch). The domaine describes this as a “sleeping giant,” and it will require several years in bottle to really come together. Sinewy and introspective, this is for those with patience and a cellar.

For reports and full tasting notes, go toTim Atkin MW's website.

Six barrels, 60% new oak. Racked once end of June and blended back to barrel. 40% whole bunch. Dark and a little charry on the nose with just a hint of smoky reduction. Dark, savoury and nicely dry on the palate. Has finesse in a dark, slightly sombre mode at the moment. Althought the oak is very obvious, there’s depth of fruit to fill out the core and give a deep and intense wine. Powerful and really savoury and the tannins are compact with lots of fine layers. Long and charry on the finish. (JH)