Nicolas Potel, Charmes Chambertin Brut Zero it still begs for cellaring

it still begs for cellaring for at least five years

This is promising but in need of at least a few years of patience

grapes are left to mature for longer on the vine and the château itself has been renovated

The overt barrel influence depresses my score a little

The 2018 Mourvèdre is a blend of 85% Mourvèdre

Nicolas Potel, Charmes Chambertin Brut Zero it still begs for cellaringSome reduction makes it difficult to accurately read the nose though the big, robust and nicely intense flavors are rich, forward and generous, all wrapped in slightly edgy tannins and complemented by a long, delicious, warm finish. Fine if not sensational quality in a very forward style.