Scoring 17 points out of a possible 20, this rare “red” Chassagne cost under $25 back then. It’s 13% alcohol is ideal.  The 1983 Joseph Drouhin Chassagne-Montrachet, at 35 years old has peaked.

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This area is famous for it white Burgundies, and every little red Pinot Noir is grown there. Drouhin tends to do it very well.

Black cherry, smoke, earthy  flavors fill the nose and mouth. It had to be decanted, and the wine held together well for a full hour.  The ruby color  is remarkable for such an old Pinot Noir. Cold cellars really help.

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Potatoes and steak grilled with a garden fresh salad enhanced the Burgundy flavors from the wine. Simple, but delightful. Do your best to live well.

There was a load of sediment, so after decanting, the wine was smooth and soft as butter. Put some 2015’s away.  In Vino Veritas.