2008 Marchand & Burch Mazis-Chambertin Grand cru

A colloboration in between Pascal Marchand and Jeff Burch owner of Howard Park.

"Another sample brought back from Burgundy by Jeff. Warmer, earthier, with a richer character, and again a very tight liquorice-edged, refined fruit that is also powerful. Has terrific potential." 
Tom Cannavan

95 Points, Huon Hooke, The Real Review
Medium to medium-full red-purple. Savoury and cherry aromas; some toasty/charred barrel here to go with bright clean cherry fruit. Very good depth and focus, concentration and drive here. Dry, firm and tight to close. Superb depth and elegant intensity. Some richness. A more masculine style. Still needs time. A keeper. 

95 Points, James Halliday, The Wine Companion
Bright and clear colour; like all the Marchand & Burch Pinot Noirs, wild yeast-fermented and given extended maceration before being settled and taken to 100% new oak, as obvious on the bouquet as it is in the Clos de Beze; the palate has good energy and a positive, complex finish and lingering aftertaste. Interesting question is which Grand Cru is better value?