1997 Mazis Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
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Crafted from 53- and 56-year-old vines, the dark ruby-colored 1997 Mazis-Chambertin exhibits sweet black fruits, Asian spices, and hints of saddle leather in its austere and brooding aromatics. This full-bodied, broad-shouldered, muscular wine has flavors reminiscent of soy sauce, hoisin, earth, leather, and cassis liqueur. At present somewhat foursquare, this wine will require patience. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012. Importer: Weygandt-Metzler, Peter Weygandt, Unionville, PA; tel(610) 486-0800.
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Pierre Rovani
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Crafted from 53- and 56-year-old vines, the dark ruby-colored 1997 Mazis-Chambertin exhibits sweet black fruits, Asian spices, and hints of saddle leather in its austere and brooding aromatics. This full-bodied, broad-shouldered, muscular wine has flavors reminiscent of soy sauce, hoisin, earth, leather, and cassis liqueur. At present somewhat foursquare, this wine will require patience. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012. Wine Advocate.October, 1999
Saturated deep ruby. Very complex aromas of black raspberry, iron, game, fresh blood and minerals; a strong flinty quality gives the nose an almost medicinal austerity. Sweet, seamless and lush, with great inner-mouth flavor, yet less oaky than the Charmes and for this reason less open today. Powerful flavors of blueberry and blackberry. I like this barrel size! Very long, strong aftertaste.
About the producer
Dugat-Py, based at the base of the Combe de Lavaux in Gevrey-Chambertin, stands as one of Burgundy’s most revered producers, known for crafting Pinot Noir of incredible depth, power, and age-worthiness.