In Bond Fine Wine. 2009 Domaine Groffier Chambolle Musigny Amoureuses 1er Cru, Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, France. 1er Cru • Red Burgundy in 12x75cl. Top critic score: 93/100 (AG). Drinking window: 2016+. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Allen Meadows (BH) — 91/100 · Burghound, 10/01/2012 · Drink 2016+
In contrast to its 1er siblings, this is really quite pretty and while there was a trace of reduction at first, it disappeared within 3 minutes so it's a non-issue for the Amoureuses. Otherwise, the nose is really quite pretty with the hallmark spice and wet stone nuances that add depth to the ripe yet cool and elegant red berry fruit aromas. There is a supple and very Chambollesque quality to th…
Antonio Galloni (AG) — 93/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 01/05/2011 · Drink 2019-2029
The 2009 Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses is a bit unusual for this site. The fruit shows more depth, concentration and overt richness than most wines from this vineyard. The signature perfume emerges with time, but this remains a wine essentially built on an intense core of fruit. Groffier used 10% stems here. The finish shows a little heat, which is the only thing that keeps the score from goin…