1996 Armand Rousseau Chambertin

96 pts - Wine Advocate

["This wine reveals a dark ruby color and mouth-watering aromas of smoked pork, bacon, juicy blackberries, road tar, raw meat, and a hint of eucalyptus. This block-buster is big, broad, dense, concentrated and complete. It is oily textured, full-bodied, a

89 pts - Wine Spectator

["Quite oaky at this stage, with a layer of sweet vanilla and butterscotch covering the fruit. The wood also lends some fine tannins, which integrate well on the finish. The aftertaste echoes sweetness. Best from 2001 through 2006. 558 cases made. — BS (0

95 pts - Burghound

94 pts - Vinous

Producer: Rousseau, Armand
Vintage: 1996
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Sub-Region: Cote de Nuits
Appellation: Gevrey Chambertin
Sub-Appellation: Chambertin
SKU: #

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