2017 Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Felettig

Allen Meadows' Burghound - 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru, Felettig

Here there is no reductive funk to the airy aromas of spiced red cherry that are surrounded by moderate oak toast. The sleek, supple and rounded barely middle weight flavors possess a sophisticated mouthfeel that carries over to the graceful finish where the wood telegraphed by the nose resurfaces. This is also pretty but I am somewhat concerned that there is enough mid-palate density to completely integrate the wood treatment though my projected range offers the benefit of the doubt. - Allen Meadows, Jan. 2019

Vinous - 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru, Felettig

The maiden 2017 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru comes partly from four parcels from Felettig’s father, augmented by fruit from local friends (so half domaine and about half négoce) that underwent a slightly faster malo than other cuvées, matured entirely in new wood. It has to shake off a bit of reduction but eventually offers attractive brambly red fruit mixed with sous-bois and tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin. A beautifully balanced Chambolle-Musigny that reveals touches of orange peel on the finish. This is a classy, sophisticated offering. - Neil Martin, Jan. 2019