Intricate aromas of chocolate, spices, and sweet black fruits are found in the nose of the medium to full-bodied 2003 Latricieres-Chambertin. A highly concentrated, backward wine, it offers a firm personality crammed with blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries. “We made no concessions in the winemaking process,” said Lardiere as he poured this behemoth, alluding to the fact that so many other Burgundians had so feared the vintage that they’d by-passed macerations, pump-overs, and punch-downs (pigeages). A bold, muscular effort, this wine will require patience. Projected maturity: 2011-2020. Note: Three wines that were tasted as barrel samples in November, 2004 were re-tasted from bottle in June, 2005. The 2003 Puligny-Montrachet (rated 87 points) is medium-bodied, expressive and plush, yet focused; the 2003 Pernand-Vergelesses Croix de Pierre (88) sports a wonderful nose of flowers and red cherries as well as a deep medium-bodied character filled with stony dark fruits; and the outstanding 2003 Pommard Rugiens (92) is medium to full-bodied, dense, structured, intense, and crammed with dark fruits.Importer: Kobrand, Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300
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