Georges Roumier Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2013 Piedmont Piedmont The 2012s from Diamond Creek

The 2012s from Diamond Creek represent an homage to founder Al Brounstein and the winery’s 40th anniversary

peppery nose

well-integrated alcohol and tannin

sandalwood

sandalwood and highly spiced aromas that display the initial whispers of sous-bois

Georges Roumier Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2013 Piedmont Piedmont The 2012s from Diamond CreekReduction flattens the nose and I would strongly recommend decanting this for 30 minutes or so if you're tempted to try a bottle before the wine matures, The natural elegance and class of Les Cras is immediately evident in the mouth however the textured, intense and sleekly powerful flavors simply ooze minerality that continues onto the beautifully long, balanced and refreshing finale.