1995 Latricieres Chambertin
By Domaine Leroy
1995 Latricières-Chambertin from Domaine Leroy, Burgundy, France
A discerning exploration of the '95 Latricières-Chambertin from Domaine Leroy unfolds a tapestry of sophistication that typifies the most admired aspects of Burgundian terroir. This vintage reveals itself to be a product of its extraordinary circumstances, borne of a year marked by climatic generosity and Domaine Leroy's uncompromising standards of viticulture.
Legacy of the Land: Unearthing the '95 Vintage
The 1995 season in Burgundy was one graced by favourable weather conditions, resulting in well-balanced fruit with excellent ripeness levels. The harvest produced wines of remarkable structure and longevity, necessitating patient cellaring to unfurl their full potential. As such, the '95 Latricières-Chambertin embodies this tranquil maturity, offering investors an opportunity to possess not just a bottle, but a moment in enological history.
Intrinsic Elegance: A Study in Terroir-Driven Complexity
The aptitude of Domaine Leroy in harnessing the essence of Pinot Noir is palpable in every sip. The '95 vintage blooms with a harmonious collage of dark fruits intertwined with nuanced hints of forest floor and a whisper of spice. Layers upon layers, it delivers an intricate performance where every element is finely tuned, and each ensuing moment on the palate divulges another veiled secret from its depths.
Its prolonged slumber has only heightened its allure, revealing a texture that intertwines silk and structure with unobtrusive tannins. Moreover, the acidity remains pert and lively, graciously orchestrating the longevity of this wine's exquisite finish.
Astute investors who seek illustrious experiences will appreciate the '95 Latricières-Chambertin from Domaine Leroy as one of remarkable grace and depth. Encapsulating both the signature finesse emblematic of great Burgundy and the distinct character of a benevolent season, it stands as a compelling proposition for both palates and portfolios.
Connoisseur's Synopsis: A Wine Worthy of Reflection
To immerse oneself in the '95 Latricières-Chambertin from Domaine Leroy is to engage with a narrative etched by time and forged by skilled hands. Acknowledging its stature within an investment-grade pantheon, one cannot help but attribute economic artistry alongside its sensory splendour. There lies before us a harmonious confluence – an investment in sensorial wealth and financial foresight.
Market price (GBP)
£79,470.00
12x75cl
Highest score
95
POP score
5298
Scores and tasting notes
The medium-to-dark ruby-colored 1995 Latricieres-Chambertin is already showing hints of amber along the edge of the glass. Cedar, tangy strawberries, and herbs can be discerned in its somewhat evolved bouquet. Its personality is rustic, hard, and tannic, yet continues to show glimpses of the extraordinary concentration of fruit that marked this vintage in its infancy. Blackberries, cassis, and thick cherries can be discerned in its deep core. If its fruit expands with time this wine will be a show-stopper. If not,..... Projected maturity: 2006-2010+.
Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 27 October 2000