Full, deep red. Superripe, distinctly high-toned aromas of dark cherry, mocha, tar, black tea and rooty licorice, with a pharmaceutical dusty quality and an emerging liqueur-like note of framboise Thick, sappy and extremely intense; a hugely rich wine that's like a boiled-down essence of pinot, and yet powerful acidity gives it tremendous energy in the mouth. Notes of black cardamom and botanical herbs give this hugely rich wine a distinctly medicinal character. I had the feeling I was awakening a very angry bear during the early weeks of its winter hibernation: yes, it was the wrong time!
– vinous.com, March 2008)

The 2005 Chapelle-Chambertin exudes black cherry, plum preserves, chocolate, brown spices and licorice, along with Chartreuse-like high-toned distilled herbal and floral essences. This fills the mouth with doughy thickness and sumptuous richness. The finish evinces more brightness of fruit than with most of the wines, but is above all marked by sweet richness, purity, and sheer might. The selection and age of vine, as well as the vinification are identical for this and the Griotte. “Only” 300 meters separate them.
– David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate #170, April 2007)

Don't miss! Strong reduction blocks the nose but the velvety and pure big-bodied flavors are lush, sweet and again, palate staining with an opulent yet detailed finish that exudes a fine minerality. This is every bit as impressive as the Griotte and as examples of Chapelle go, a big and powerful exemplar. Drink 2018+.
– Burghound.com, Issue 25. Tasted: Jan 2007