The 2010 Mazoyères-Chambertin explodes from the glass with tons of mineral-driven energy and vibrancy. It is a striking wine layered with saline notes that wrap around the red fruit with tons of intensity, conveying a sense of urgency that is thrilling. Bright red berries, flowers, mint and licorice saturate the palate on the piercing finish. The use of 100% whole clusters gives the wine much of its aromatic brilliance and delineation. This is another 2010 that is clearly built for the long haul as evidenced by the huge tannic finish.

(tasted at the end of its malolactic fermentation, not yet racked; 80% vendange entier ): Ruby-red color. Pungent aromas of blackberry, violet and crushed-stone minerality, with coffee and game nuances emerging with air. Dense, saline and youthfully imploded, with a powerful chalky minerality currently dominating the middle palate. Finishes with outstanding salty persistence and excellent cut.