2002 Charmes Chambertin, Dugat-Py

22 Feb 2012: A classic bouquet of very ripe dark fruit, dark cherry and blackberry, layered with violet, wet leaves and Asian spice. The intensity somehow fades a little on the palate and the flavours do not seem to linger as long.  Possible that the wine has shut down a little.  The ripe tannin still needs to be fully integrated.  Vibrant acidity.  A charming and elegant wine, harmonious and well-balanced.  Suggest to try again in 3 - 4 years' time when it emerges from this muted phase. 17.5/20