Armand Rousseau, Ruchottes Chambertin Clos Ruchottes Vintage:2012 I suspect that the mildly

I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV

persistency and gloss

when it matures

but the wine is exceptionally beautiful and polished from the very first taste

Older Merlot vines were replanted three years ago

Armand Rousseau, Ruchottes Chambertin Clos Ruchottes Vintage:2012 I suspect that the mildly(20% new wood). A discreet touch of wood frames mildly reduced aromas such that I would strongly advise decanting this if youre going to sacrifice a bottle in the interest of science. There is outstanding delineation and intensity to the refined and pure medium bodied flavors that are shaped by deceptively pliant tannins on the saline inflected finish that seems to be constructed from liquid stone, all wrapped in a wonderfully long and pure finish.