I tasted the 2023 Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru both as components from the seven different cuvées that make the final blend and as an approximation of the final blend itself. This has exquisite delineation on the nose: blackberry, raspberry, crushed stone and touches of undergrowth—very harmonious. The palate is medium-bodied, tightly wound and linear, with a sense of symmetry on the entry. But of all the Musigny tasted from barrel in 2023, this has perhaps the most nascent freshness, tension and complexity on the finish. A sense of completeness. Outstanding.

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

The 2023 Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru, which we tasted from a variety of sub-parcels, is very promising, mingling aromas of dark berries and cherries with notions of orange zest, rose petals, incense and iris. Medium to full-bodied, cool and layered, with a rich core of fruit framed by ultra-refined tannins, it's suave and harmonious, with a long, fragrant finish. This accomplished Musigny only confirms that de Vogüé is performing on a high level today.

De Vogüé have a substantial 70% of this 10.85-ha (26.8-acre) grand cru. Average vine age is 65 years, with a range from 25 to 90 years old. Mid ruby. Very floral with medium body and an intensely graceful character. A nose of cherries, strawberries and raspberry is complexed by wafts of woodsmoke. There is a cool intensity to the rich fruit. Everything is understated and fine. Medium body, balanced crisp acidity and barely apparent, gossamer tannins. The epitome of Chambolle-Musigny. There is, however, substantial length and depth. (MH)