Jacques Prieur, Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Vintage:2012 (from 11 different parcels scattered

(from 11 different parcels scattered about Puligny with an overall average vine age of approximately 38 years)

(50+ year old vines)

the more refined middleweight flavors possess first-rate definition along with fine length on the moderately austere finish where a touch of wood slowly emerges

It's very tight and with high density

fresh cherries and nuances of chocolate

Jacques Prieur, Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Vintage:2012 (from 11 different parcels scattered(from young Chambertin vines planted in 1995). Once again, the nose is very ripe with its combination of wood, menthol, mocha and liqueur like aromas of plum and black cherry. There is reasonably good verve to the delicious middle weight flavors that terminate in a warm, grippy and slightly drying finish. This awkward effort is tough to read though I am concerned about the balance over the longer term.