2000 Ruchottes-Chambertin, Clos des Ruchottes, Grand Cru, Domaine Armand Rousseau, Burgundy Bordeaux First Growth Spicy and rich yet has

Spicy and rich yet has a strong mineral character and striking acidity that gives it tension

fleshy palate but elegant and sophisticated

Extremely concentrated on the finish

We are delighted to say that the 2001 has everything that a classic Bordeaux should

I was expecting a muscular and brooding Batailley

2000 Ruchottes-Chambertin, Clos des Ruchottes, Grand Cru, Domaine Armand Rousseau, Burgundy Bordeaux First Growth Spicy and rich yet hasMedium full colour. Slightly more evolved. Rich and ripe. Decent dimension. Very good depth. Better on the palate than on the nose. Medium full body. Fresh. Complex. Classy. Rather better than his Charmes and Clos De La Roche. Long and succulent. Fine plus. Drink 2009 2025. (Clive Coates The Vine Nov 2004)