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    2006, Armand Rousseau, Chambertin

    96.3

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    Chambertin, Burgundy, France
    Red
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    $29,580 Pre-Arrival (90 - 180 Days)

    (Priced at $4,930 per bottle)

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    96
    Burghound

    Critic: Allen Meadows

    Tasted: 15-OCT-15

    Drinking Dates: 2023+

    Score: 96

    It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol. There is excellent freshness and vibrancy to the pure, round, rich and focused full-bodied flavors that carry obvious muscle and minerality on the deep, powerful and hugely long finish. This is an extremely impressive effort and one of the finest wines of the vintage. Not surprisingly, this hasn't changed a great deal since my last review except that the length is now even more phenomenal and the supporting tannins are a bit more apparent. While it's true that the balance is so good that that this could be enjoyed now, it would be unfortunate to leave so much upside potential unrealized and thus I would advise waiting for at least 5 more years first though it should easily be capable of rewarding 8 to 10. Tasted several times since my original review with consistent notes in the sense that they have become progressively more positive. 96/2023+