Trapet Pere et Fils, Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur Brut Zero

Trapet Pere et Fils, Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur Brut ZeroMore wood than is typical for Trapet is present on the lightly herbal tea inflected aromas of red and dark cherry, earth and a hint of humus. The nicely vibrant medium weight flavors possess a sleek mouthfeel and reasonably good concentration before culminating in a noticeably warm if delicious finish. Not surprisingly, this will need a few years to develop better depth but its not so structured as to be unapproachable young.

It is a tour de force

The natural ripeness of the year amps up the Chardonnay flavors

Less sweet and smooth than the vintage wine but very powerful

with strong notes of honeysuckle

There is outstanding richness and volume to the equally pure

This is a wine of contrasts as the mid-palate is rich to the point of opulence

laced with pine and sanguine details through the silky

giving this 2016 an exotic

tobacco and mineral aromas and flavors

full-blown strawberry and raspberry aromas are complemented by fresh lavender and baking spices

Outstanding Bollinger

a wine I would drink for its fruit and not cellar too long