Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes 1978

The 1978 Burgundy harvest is celebrated as one of the finest of its decade, a year of exceptional ripeness, fine structure and remarkable aromatic depth that has been consistently praised as a benchmark vintage for the Côte de Nuits, producing wines of genuine complexity and a longevity that continues to reward those fortunate enough to encounter bottles in this advanced state of evolution. Bouchard Père & Fils' 1978 Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes was Les Charmes is one of the most celebrated Premier Cru vineyards of Chambolle-Musigny, its limestone and clay soils producing wines of distinctive aromatic elegance, silky texture and fine structure that exemplify the celebrated refinement and feminine grace for which the commune has been renowned throughout its long history of great Pinot Noir. The wine is produced from 100% Pinot Noir, aged in French oak.