(WA90-92 points) The 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru les Chaumes is initially understated on the nose, however, it unfurls with engaging raspberry, crushed strawberry and mineral aromas despite it remaining tightly wound. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and taut strawberry and pomegranate fruit, a hint of pepper on the tip of tongue lending it a pleasant fiery note right on the finish. There is a tangible sense of energy here, if not quite the persistence of a top les Chaumes from Méo-Camuzet. - Neal Martin

91+ The 2013 Chaumes from Domaine Méo-Camuzet reminds me very strongly of the superb 1993 out of the blocks, as it is quite a black fruity example this year. The lovely nose offers up a youthful blend of dark berries, black raspberries, a touch of fresh nutmeg, dark soil tones, woodsmoke, cocoa and cedar. On the palate the wine is fullish, pure and shows off lovely mid-palate depth, with fine-grained tannins, tangy acids and lovely length and grip on the bright and quite minerally finish. After four absolutely stellar Nuits premier crus, I was very impressed with how well the Chaumes showed!