The 2008 Chapelle-Chambertin will thrill readers who admire cool, inward Burgundies built for the long haul. The 2008 Chapelle is tight, powerful and vibrant but also immensely gifted in its fresh, vibrant perfume and clean, mineral-laced fruit. All of the elements are in place for this to develop into a splendid, hugely rewarding wine, but patience is the key.

Relatively strong reduction obliterates the nose though it's immediately clear that there is much more underlying material than the Petite Chapelle possesses as the full-bodied flavors are rich, serious and textured with a distinct mineral component on the palate staining and impressively long finish. A classic Chapelle that will need ample time to arrive at its apogee.

Palish medium red. Deeply pitched aromas of very ripe wild red berries, cherry and smoked meat; almost a roasted quality here. Fat for a 2008, fuller and wilder than the Capita. Also more animal and less minerally. Finishes a bit youthfully clenched.

Bluish crimson. Sweet and oaky on the nose. Toasty. Smooth though dry and fresh. Good fragrance and balance though overall quite light. (JH) Also tasted by JR on 13 Jan 2010. Score 17.5. Drink 2012-18: Lively and fresher than the Latricières with the same lushness of fruit – a miracle in 2008? But no great intensity.