The 2012 Mazoyères-Chambertin displays fine intensity and conviction on the nose, a mixture of black and blue fruit borrowing some of the floral notes (iris rather than violet) from the 2013. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshy texture and it coheres nicely in the glass. Juxtaposed against the 2011 and 2013, the 2012 has a little more length and depth, and more mineralité on the finish. You could broach this now, though personally I would wait another couple of years.

The 2012 Mazoyeres-Chambertin is a bit subdued today, with less of its typical explosiveness. Violets, lavender, sweet herbs and new leather add complexity over time. In my view, the Mazoyeres, is the flagship wine at Taupenot Merme. In this tasting it comes across as not fully put together.