Bertheau/François Chambolle-Musigny 1er cru Les Charmes 2023

91-93 points/'Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from a .66 ha parcel). Here the nose is sufficiently reduced as to offer nothing of interest to report. By contrast, there is excellent punch and freshness on the palate of the slightly more voluminous and more mineral-driven flavors that possess all the intrinsic refinement of a classic Charmes while exhibiting focused power on the rich, firm and youthfully austere finale. Though the first two wines could, in a pinch anyway, be enjoyed young, here the structure is sufficiently firm and prominent that at least a few years of patience are recommended. Drink: 2031+. (Jan 2025)"

Thanks to John Gilman's diligent research, we know that not all Charmes are created equal: "[Bertheau's] vines are situated on the more northerly half of this fairly large premier cru, which to my mind is the sweet spot of the vineyard...It ages beautifully and is one of the best wines in the Bertheau cellars, year in and year out and probably the very best value to be found amongst François Bertheau’s lineup...[At] maturity it shares with [Amoureuses] a silky, velvety palate impression, beautiful notes of cherries and Chambolle’s inimitable beetroot character, lovely spice and floral tones and a beautiful base of limestone soil...a great bottle of Chambolle!"