Domaine Georges Roumier   Bonnes Mares

2009 Bonnes Mares

By Domaine Georges Roumier

2009 Bonnes Mares from Domaine Georges Roumier, Burgundy, France

The esteemed, rich tapestry of 2009 Bonnes Mares from Domaine Georges Roumier is one that deftly encapsulates a vintage where Mother Nature dealt a benevolent hand. Burgundy enthusiasts and fine wine investors alike will recall the year's serene growing season, which allowed for meticulous grape maturation—a boon for the complexity and longevity of this storied wine.

 

A Pinnacle Year for Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir, in its most splendid form, ascends to a zenith of balance in this offering. Domaine Georges Roumier's masterful interpretation of the season yielded a wine that presents an orchestra of aroma led by ripe cherries and enigmatic earth, creating a harmonious blend only achieved in particularly propitious years.

 

An Alchemy of Terroir and Temperament

Terroir speaks eloquently through 2009 Bonnes Mares, engaging with the wine's intrinsic character to express a snapshot of Chambolle-Musigny's soul. The ripe vintage brings forth luxuriant tannins and an affluent silkiness not found in lesser years. This structure, combined with the diligent winemaking techniques employed by Domaine Georges Roumier, weaves a palate of impeccable precision with hints of black fruit and an enduring finish—hallmarks of a profoundly investable wine.

Standing as an archetype for aged Burgundy finesse, the 2009 Bonnes Mares can be expected to climb the ladder of valuation gracefully and command respect in any cellar or portfolio it graces.

 

The Investment-Worthy Quintessence of Burgundy Excellence

To capture the essence of this region in such a resplendent vintage is the pursuit of many, yet achieved by few. It seems apropos to underscore how essential it is for the astute collector to secure such vintages as the 2009 Bonnes Mares from Domaine Georges Roumier—an embodiment of viticulture alchemy at its most sublime.

In summation, appreciators looking for an exalted example of both Domaine Georges Roumier's craftsmanship and Burgundy's vintage prowess will find solace in the profound layers and investment promise held within each bottle of 2009 Bonnes Mares—a paragon amongst its peers.

Current market price

$32,540.00

12x75cl

Highest score

98

POP score

1083.33

Scores and tasting notes

98

Roumier’s 2009 Bonnes-Mares is without question one of the wines of the vintage. Firm yet beautifully integrated tannins provide the backdrop for the highly nuanced, expressive aromas and flavors that emerge from the glass. All the elements are in the right place in this extraordinary, moving wine. At times the Bonnes-Mares comes across as very powerful, at other times it is quite sensual. In other words, it is pure magic in the glass. Burgundy fans will flock to the Musigny because of its rarity but there is a very real possibility that the Bonnes-Mares will outshine it over time. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039. It is a fascinating to revisit Christophe Roumier’s 2009s from bottle. The lower-end wines are marked by the year to a significantly greater extent than the top wines. Importer: Diageo Chateau and Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel. (212) 419-1400

Antonio Galloni - The Wine Advocate, 25 April 2012

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