2017 Chambertin, Clos de Bèze, Grand Cru, Bouchard Père & Fils, Burgundy

These were the last grapes to be picked and the wine typically takes longer to express itself in both barrel and bottle, as though it moves at a more serene pace. The nose is glossy with spicy oak and a touch of reduction, while the palate is rich, supple and suave with sophisticated tannins. As good as this is at present, there is definitely more to come and it will age beautifully. Drink 2025-2035.


Frédéric Weber explained that the dry conditions in the summer left some parcels suffering from hydric stress, which necessitated a change to the usual picking order. As a result, harvest began on 4th September in the Côte de Beaune for reds, with whites following from 8th and then the Côte de Nuits reds from 12th, finishing with Clos de Bèze on 20th. The season was otherwise very straightforward and Frédéric feels the vintage has given whites with good balance and surprising power, and reds which are rounded with delicate aromas and flavours.