Gevrey doesn't get much better than this. Even in a site that is not truly Grand cru, in Rousseau's hands, this wine was ethereal. It had the muscle of the site, the richness of his deep, soil, hand, and an amazing array of complexity that emphasized dark red flowers, rich, dark, red cherry, and a hint of cranberry, and a bit of the briar tone appropriate for.Cazeteirs
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Cork, barely stained. Bright, mid garnet. Complex aromas of red and blue berries, autumn leaves, florals, spice. It’s harmonious and balanced, and so pure. The intensity is almost delicate. Tannins are tucked in nicely. Drinks so well now.
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Located just outside the walls of the illustrious Clos St. Jacques, Rousseau’s old-vine 2009 Cazetiers is fabulous tonight showing serious power, intensity and concentration, yet remaining impeccably balanced and detailed. It’s super expressive and aromatic with deep layers of ripe dark fruit, tea leaves, violets and exotic spice. The palate is pure silk with balanced acids, vibrant energy and a mineral laced finale that keeps on going. Just ~10 cases of Cazetiers are imported to the US per vintage. Special wines…
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At Jean Imbert in the Plaza Athenee. The meal was outstanding, 3 star quality, and this wine didn't miss a beat. It was in a very old school burgundy style, elegant, not huge extract. Great nose, complex in mouth, long finish. Reminded me of a Truchot, which is high praise indeed in my book --similar style. I have had very few wines by Rousseau, but this was a real winner. It was young but very drinkable, should continue to improve in the bottle for many years.
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2009 Armand Rousseau Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru les Cazetiers
You can definitely sense the warm vintage here with intense red fruit at the forefront with the spice and game elements taking the backseat. Very good wine, with great structure but since my first ever Rousseau was the Clos de Beze, it’s difficult to compare!
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Pure silk and ultra lux texture. It shows serious power and intensity with the ripeness of the vintage evident in its concentrated dark fruit flavors, but it never becomes out of balance and its vibrant and lifted acidity and mineral inflicted finish keep everything harmonious. Of the Rousseau repertoire, Cazetiers is what least makes it to the US so it’s always a special treat to try.
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Indeed Rousseau! A delicious and ultra sophisticated Gevrey 1ere that screams refinement and rich soil. This is not, of course, the Lavaux, so some measure of reality is necessary to appreciate the wonderful but not other worldly experience. The mythical status that catapulted his lesser wines from $50 to $400 is a market reality, so one must evaluate the stature based upon a tiny cadre of small producers like Jayer or Fourrier whose limited output and exceptional rich extraction of their terroir stand above most. Medium red color with a hint of aging red tawny hue, a somewhat closed nose after 90 minutes decanted, and a superb flow on the palate with red cherry, dark cherry, strawbwrry, tart cherry, sous bois, moist earth and a character all its own. I would hold for 1-2 years at least.
Only 10 cases of Cazetiers imported into US according to Frederic Wildman. Exhilarating concentration and purity. Rich and impeccably structured, speaking to the vintage. Initial reduction dissipates to reveal ripe dark fruits, fallen leaves and exotic spices, all supported by a mineral backbone. Finishes with outstanding length, lift, power and intensity. Tremendous showing. If you have this bottle, give it a 2 hour decant.
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Dinner with Tom and Deb Mortimer of Le Cadeau: A Mix of Le Cadeau and Other Gems (I Nonni, St. Paul, MN): Medium plus red color. PNP, drank a glass over 90 minutes. This was drinking pretty darn well. Sometimes i have to remind myself that we're pushing 10 years now on these '09's. While this still goes more to the primary side, it is without a doubt classic Rousseau. This kept getting better in the glass, bigger and deeper red berries, earthy, good power, silky tannins. Only going to get better. 92+(+)pts.
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Lonny's btl @ Tom & Deb @ I Nonni dinner. I've only had Rousseau's Cazetiers one other time with the 02 vintage so this is a treat! Semi translucent bright red color. This again has that signature Rousseau finesse, weightless elegance and fruit purity. Earth, spice and berry aromas. There is good intensity and concentration. Drinking beautifully but early into its drinking window. Not primary but little in the tertiary range, yet. Right now, mineral infused; maraschino cherry, spice and earthiness. Youthful Rousseau class and depth. 93pts+ Thanks Lonny! What a blast to drink.
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SLDS March 2017 (Rocket): Ash, earth, floral notes, some spice and cherry. The palate shows some delicate fruit over the earthy background, with this acidity perking the whole wine up. Lovely length and composure.
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Delicate and clean aromas of rose, cherry and a savoury/earthy note to. The palate follows. It's classic Rousseau, with a delicate, but lush mouth presence and a gentle, lingering finish. There's a readily appreciated deliciousness here.
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Rousseau master class 2009 (Daylesford 2015 PNWS): This was a step up from the previous two but slightly marked down due to the presence of Brett which did detract from the wine. It had a lovely fruit quality but a slightly grubby feral character lurks in the background a bit too much preventing this from being better. Showing as all these 09 Rousseau's do that they may not be wines to keep forever. I think this is drinking pretty well now.
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Pretty fabulicious. Earthy to the nth degree (which hits right in the wheelhouse of this taster, particularly for Gevreys). Excellent fruit. Only slight knock is that balance can be a bit of a rollercoaster. A hard wine to call from an aging perspective; depends on what one likes, probably. Great in this estimation now, and hard to see it being more viscerally satisfying down the road. More intellectually satisfying, maybe. Then again, if the fruit/earthiness fades, maybe not. Hmmm.....
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This is one of the better Burgundies I have tasted. But then, it is one of the more expensive I have tasted too. Great structure and texture. Well balanced and elegant . Drinking very well now - I'm not sure if it would improve from here.
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Sydney Burgundy Celebration: Iconic Wineries (Blind): Both complex and pretty aromatics out of the glass right from the start, showing truffle, black cherry, blood and delicate roses. The palate continues with the same style and character. The fruit maybe feels a touch soft but some excellent acid really rushes through and gives it back a feeling of brightness and balance. Felt confident that this was the Rousseau and it obviously was. Already relatively approachable but it has the structure for it to show well for a long time to come.
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Drank at the Mandarin in Paris. Pretty, floral and mineral nose of red fruit, dried roses and steel. Very refined, but with nice grip on the medium finish.
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Pop and pour at a restaurant. Start a bit tight but open up nicely but not as easy to approach as the village. A bit more spices and structure than the village. A quick impression.
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8/22/2023 - Sotto325 wrote: 95 Points
Gevrey doesn't get much better than this. Even in a site that is not truly Grand cru, in Rousseau's hands, this wine was ethereal. It had the muscle of the site, the richness of his deep, soil, hand, and an amazing array of complexity that emphasized dark red flowers, rich, dark, red cherry, and a hint of cranberry, and a bit of the briar tone appropriate for.Cazeteirs
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8/20/2023 - fizz wrote:
Cork, barely stained.
Bright, mid garnet. Complex aromas of red and blue berries, autumn leaves, florals, spice. It’s harmonious and balanced, and so pure. The intensity is almost delicate. Tannins are tucked in nicely. Drinks so well now.
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11/26/2022 - finediningnyc Likes this wine: 96 Points
Located just outside the walls of the illustrious Clos St. Jacques, Rousseau’s old-vine 2009 Cazetiers is fabulous tonight showing serious power, intensity and concentration, yet remaining impeccably balanced and detailed. It’s super expressive and aromatic with deep layers of ripe dark fruit, tea leaves, violets and exotic spice. The palate is pure silk with balanced acids, vibrant energy and a mineral laced finale that keeps on going. Just ~10 cases of Cazetiers are imported to the US per vintage. Special wines…
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7/9/2022 - Karl Kellar Likes this wine: 96 Points
At Jean Imbert in the Plaza Athenee. The meal was outstanding, 3 star quality, and this wine didn't miss a beat. It was in a very old school burgundy style, elegant, not huge extract. Great nose, complex in mouth, long finish. Reminded me of a Truchot, which is high praise indeed in my book --similar style. I have had very few wines by Rousseau, but this was a real winner. It was young but very drinkable, should continue to improve in the bottle for many years.
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2/12/2022 - jfpwine Likes this wine: 93 Points
2009 Armand Rousseau Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru les Cazetiers
You can definitely sense the warm vintage here with intense red fruit at the forefront with the spice and game elements taking the backseat. Very good wine, with great structure but since my first ever Rousseau was the Clos de Beze, it’s difficult to compare!
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7/31/2021 - finediningnyc Likes this wine: 95 Points
Pure silk and ultra lux texture. It shows serious power and intensity with the ripeness of the vintage evident in its concentrated dark fruit flavors, but it never becomes out of balance and its vibrant and lifted acidity and mineral inflicted finish keep everything harmonious. Of the Rousseau repertoire, Cazetiers is what least makes it to the US so it’s always a special treat to try.
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4/9/2021 - fcxj wrote: 92 Points
Succulent and delicious. Certainly ripe but not overdone, simply very drinkable.
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10/17/2020 - Sotto325 wrote: 93 Points
Indeed Rousseau! A delicious and ultra sophisticated Gevrey 1ere that screams refinement and rich soil. This is not, of course, the Lavaux, so some measure of reality is necessary to appreciate the wonderful but not other worldly experience. The mythical status that catapulted his lesser wines from $50 to $400 is a market reality, so one must evaluate the stature based upon a tiny cadre of small producers like Jayer or Fourrier whose limited output and exceptional rich extraction of their terroir stand above most. Medium red color with a hint of aging red tawny hue, a somewhat closed nose after 90 minutes decanted, and a superb flow on the palate with red cherry, dark cherry, strawbwrry, tart cherry, sous bois, moist earth and a character all its own. I would hold for 1-2 years at least.
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9/20/2020 - finediningnyc Likes this wine: 95 Points
Only 10 cases of Cazetiers imported into US according to Frederic Wildman. Exhilarating concentration and purity. Rich and impeccably structured, speaking to the vintage. Initial reduction dissipates to reveal ripe dark fruits, fallen leaves and exotic spices, all supported by a mineral backbone. Finishes with outstanding length, lift, power and intensity. Tremendous showing. If you have this bottle, give it a 2 hour decant.
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3/2/2019 - rocknroller wrote: 92 Points
Dinner with Tom and Deb Mortimer of Le Cadeau: A Mix of Le Cadeau and Other Gems (I Nonni, St. Paul, MN): Medium plus red color. PNP, drank a glass over 90 minutes. This was drinking pretty darn well. Sometimes i have to remind myself that we're pushing 10 years now on these '09's. While this still goes more to the primary side, it is without a doubt classic Rousseau. This kept getting better in the glass, bigger and deeper red berries, earthy, good power, silky tannins. Only going to get better. 92+(+)pts.
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3/2/2019 - chablis28 wrote: 93 Points
Lonny's btl @ Tom & Deb @ I Nonni dinner. I've only had Rousseau's Cazetiers one other time with the 02 vintage so this is a treat! Semi translucent bright red color. This again has that signature Rousseau finesse, weightless elegance and fruit purity. Earth, spice and berry aromas. There is good intensity and concentration. Drinking beautifully but early into its drinking window. Not primary but little in the tertiary range, yet. Right now, mineral infused; maraschino cherry, spice and earthiness. Youthful Rousseau class and depth. 93pts+ Thanks Lonny! What a blast to drink.
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9/16/2018 - ravikalaga Likes this wine: 95 Points
WOTN in some amazing company. This is still a baby but wow, ridiculously good quality and finish!
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8/11/2018 - fizz wrote:
Cool fruit, composed, balanced. Lovely drinking now.
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4/26/2017 - fizz wrote:
Lovely again. The aromas entice you, the mouthfeel is elegant and refined. It's a harmonious balance of sweet and savoury. Delicious.
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3/15/2017 - CamWheeler wrote: 92 Points
SLDS March 2017 (Rocket): Ash, earth, floral notes, some spice and cherry. The palate shows some delicate fruit over the earthy background, with this acidity perking the whole wine up. Lovely length and composure.
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3/15/2017 - fizz wrote: 92 Points
Delicate and clean aromas of rose, cherry and a savoury/earthy note to. The palate follows. It's classic Rousseau, with a delicate, but lush mouth presence and a gentle, lingering finish. There's a readily appreciated deliciousness here.
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11/28/2015 - AJ72 wrote: 91 Points
Rousseau master class 2009 (Daylesford 2015 PNWS): This was a step up from the previous two but slightly marked down due to the presence of Brett which did detract from the wine. It had a lovely fruit quality but a slightly grubby feral character lurks in the background a bit too much preventing this from being better. Showing as all these 09 Rousseau's do that they may not be wines to keep forever. I think this is drinking pretty well now.
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11/7/2015 - sgupta wrote: 92 Points
Cool fruited, silky,pretty wine
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10/6/2015 - Sycamore Likes this wine: 92 Points
Pretty fabulicious. Earthy to the nth degree (which hits right in the wheelhouse of this taster, particularly for Gevreys). Excellent fruit. Only slight knock is that balance can be a bit of a rollercoaster. A hard wine to call from an aging perspective; depends on what one likes, probably. Great in this estimation now, and hard to see it being more viscerally satisfying down the road. More intellectually satisfying, maybe. Then again, if the fruit/earthiness fades, maybe not. Hmmm.....
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8/16/2015 - EuroCaveNZ wrote: 91 Points
This is one of the better Burgundies I have tasted. But then, it is one of the more expensive I have tasted too. Great structure and texture. Well balanced and elegant . Drinking very well now - I'm not sure if it would improve from here.
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3/26/2015 - CamWheeler wrote: 92 Points
Sydney Burgundy Celebration: Iconic Wineries (Blind): Both complex and pretty aromatics out of the glass right from the start, showing truffle, black cherry, blood and delicate roses. The palate continues with the same style and character. The fruit maybe feels a touch soft but some excellent acid really rushes through and gives it back a feeling of brightness and balance. Felt confident that this was the Rousseau and it obviously was. Already relatively approachable but it has the structure for it to show well for a long time to come.
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9/23/2013 - johnh1001 wrote: 93 Points
Drank at the Mandarin in Paris. Pretty, floral and mineral nose of red fruit, dried roses and steel. Very refined, but with nice grip on the medium finish.
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2/11/2013 - dcwino wrote: 93 Points
Pop and pour at a restaurant. Start a bit tight but open up nicely but not as easy to approach as the village. A bit more spices and structure than the village. A quick impression.
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10/15/2010 - Jeremy Holmes wrote:
Showing a little reduction and is quite meaty on the nose for now. It is sweet and lush in the mouth with good presence and is very long.
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6/3/2010 - ricknat1 wrote:
From Barrel: Reduction, needs to be racked
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