2000 Chambertin Clos-de-Beze Grand Cru
By Domaine Armand Rousseau
2000 Chambertin Clos-de-Beze Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau, Burgundy, France
As I reflect on the myriad of vintages that I have had the pleasure to appraise, few are etched with such distinctive vivacity as the 2000 Chambertin Clos-de-Beze Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau. Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, this vintage emerges from the millennium’s gentle embrace with an arresting sophistication and a quiet whisper of enduring legacy.
A Millennial Vintage for the Connoisseur
The turn of the century brought Burgundy a favourable growing season, deftly sidestepping the pitfalls of its precursors. The moderation in climate fostered an equilibrium in the vineyards, which, when wed to the meticulous cultivation practices of Domaine Armand Rousseau, yielded grapes of venerable quality. The 2000 Chambertin Clos-de-Beze heralds this symphony of climatic fortune and agrarian prowess.
The Pinnacle of Poise and Investment Prestige
The harmony found in the 2000 vintage is palpable upon indulgence. The wine itself is layered with a complexity that unfurls slowly, revealing ripe cherry and raspberry notes wrapped in an elegant cloak of earthy minerality. These nuanced hints of forest floor interlaced with gentle spices speak to both the terroir's nobility and the winemaker’s restraint.
Investors will find solace in its poised evolution; this 2000 vintage has woven into its core a durability that promises further allure over time with proper cellaring. Remarkably, even after two decades, this Chambertin Clos-de-Beze retains a freshness that whispers potential for continued gracefulness on the palate.
To savour the 2000 Chambertin Clos-de-Beze Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau is to embark on a journey through time - each sip an ode to its millennial harvest. Affording not merely a taste but an experience, one can anticipate keen interest from collectors and enthusiasts desiring to add a pinnacle piece to their curated selections. In summary, here lies a stellar embodiment from an incomparable winemaker and an opportune year - a beacon for investment with its finespun balance between complexity and longevity.
Market price (USD)
$29,740.00
12x75cl