Hubert Lignier, Griotte Chambertin other_regions jasmine and passion fruit are

jasmine and passion fruit are some of the many notes that give the 2010 its decidedly racy

Textbook Clos St

earth and fine chocolate at the edge

the 2010 Barolo Sarmassa seems to depart the senses as quickly as it arrives

all of which continue onto the intensely mineral-infused big-bodied flavors that for all the size and power remain beautifully detailed on the focused

Hubert Lignier, Griotte Chambertin other_regions jasmine and passion fruit areThere is much more moderate oak influence framing the cool and perfumed nose that offers up essence of various red berries and floral nuances along with a hint of the sauvage. The well detailed and solidly concentrated flavors possess fine size and weight as well as plenty of sleek muscle and minerality on the stylish and classy finish. This is built to age yet its not so structured that it couldnt be approached after a few years of bottle age. (91