Armand Rousseau, Clos St.-Jacques 1. cru 2002

CT-note ( 96 p): Pale garnet. Pronounced complex nose. Beautiful bouquet. Drank fruit - blackberries, red fruit - raspberries, liquorice, Chinese tea, sous-bois, mushroom, toast, smoke, cinnamon, nuts. Fully developed. Dry, high acidity, medium- fine tannins, medium- alcohol, med+ body, pronounced flavours, Long finish. Absolutely fabulous mature Burgundy. Amazing intensity on the nose and palate, finish that goes on and on. No hurry to drink but definitely at its peak now.

Unicorn Grand Cru from the King of Gevrey-Chambertin. The vintage 2002 is from the era when Charles Rousseau reached his summit. The bottle has perfect provenance and fill. Acquired directly from the official Danish importer (invoice available). Since then stored in my Liebherr wine cabinet at optimal temperature and humidity. Perfect labels.