I have had many great moments with the wines from Domaine des Comtes Lafon over the years, and have enjoyed vintages from 1982 and forward. I have been lucky to taste more white Burgundies from this fabled estate than from any other estate in … [Read more...]
Visit – Maison Chantereves – first tasting of the 2016s
On my March 2017 trip to Burgundy I had the opportunity to visit Chantereves - one of my favorite micro negociants in Burgundy - always a pleasure and a treat to visit this small estate and the good people behind it. Note to self - need to take … [Read more...]
Terroir Insight: Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat Romanée Saint-Vivant
In my view Romaée Saint-Vivant is one of the most sensual and enchanting of the Grand crus. The perfumed refinement of a great RSV is almost unmatched aside from the two monopoles just above Romanée Saint-Vivant. Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat is making … [Read more...]
Visit Domaine Hudelot-Noellat – tasting of the 2015s
My March 2017 trip to Burgundy included a lovely visit to Domaine Hudelot-Noellat in Vougeot. I have follow these wines over the years but actually not visited the estate. Charles Van Canneyt of Domaine Hudelot-Noellat We were received by … [Read more...]
The Diam closure – now and in the long run
The Diam closure is now used by many of the top producers of white and while this has or is expected to eliminate the premox problems some collectors are still sceptical about this new closure - I for one want to learn more about the long term … [Read more...]
Visit Domaine Leflaive, Tasting of the 2015s from cask
I was delighted that I had the opportunity to visit Domaine Leflaive on my March 2017 trip to Burgundy ... to taste some of the 2015s with the new manager of the estate Pierre Vincent. Me and Leflaive - we go back many years - and she … [Read more...]
Visit Domaine Michel Gaunoux … tradition and quality
Burgundy has changed quite radically since I began my quest for great Pinot and Chardonnay in the early 1990s Back then producers had at least some older vintages to sell, and the media coverage was less focused on the new and latest vintage, as … [Read more...]
Boris Champy – New manager at Domaine des Lambrays
According Burgundy Report1 it's now official that Boris Champy is the new manager at the LVMH owned Domaines des Lambrays - replacing the long-time head of the estate Thierry Brouin. A change in management is in my mind no surprise, as this has … [Read more...]
Tasting of the 2015 Chablis from William Fevre
As most readers know I’m not a Chablis devotee, although I have tasted my share of fine Chablis over the years. I love a good Chablis, and one of my favourite sources is William Fevre - the Henriot owned producer - alongside Raveneau and Dauvissat. … [Read more...]
The top of the 2015 vintage, editors choice – update 13/04/2017
I have tasted a range of 2015s Burgundies over the last year and many are outstanding for the level, and some are even truly extraordinary in a quite unique way - where generosity and vibrant freshness integrates in a very unique and transparent … [Read more...]
Terroir Insight: Ghislaine Barthod Chambolle-Musigny Les Véroilles
I go to Burgundy more than five times a year to taste, to visit vignerons, to walk the vineyards ... yet still I find new or to me unknown producers and vineyards - this is the beauty and the complexity of Burgundy - the region I love so much. … [Read more...]
Collins Corner #13 – when communes collide
Understanding French wine; Begin with the geography lesson. Such is the first grade of the Cote d'Or, pull out the maps. Each town is encapsuled with its own boundries, Communes. The logical second step is to experiment and learn these … [Read more...]
Visit Domaine Ghislaine Barthod – tasting of the 2015s
Chambolle Charmes; Chambolle charm .... I always loved the wines from this quiet small village wedged into the valley north of the legendary Musigny vineyard. Musigny Grand Cru defines this appellation - but it has so much more to offer - and I'm … [Read more...]
Burgundy 2016 … Impressions and some initial thoughts
A blank page ... a new vintage ... new opportunities ... further Bourgudian delights. The beauty of Burgundy is the change and the diversity ... a new vintage always represent a new expression of the terroirs and Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and … [Read more...]
Vintage Report – 2015 white Burgundies – Insights
On my March 2017 trip to Burgundy I had the chance to taste some more 2015 whites - and this have added some perspective on the vintage - and provided some further insights into this rich but surprisingly charming vintage. I had the pleasure to … [Read more...]
Vintage Report 2015 Reds – updated buying advice
Just back from my March trip to Burgundy where I had the opportunity to taste and retaste many 2015s - some bottled, some prepared for bottling and even some still in cask. At the Trilogie en Côte de Nuits I tasted many different estates - and … [Read more...]
Tastings this week – March 2017 – part 1
A busy week in Burgundy - with plenty of tastings. Three visits Tuesday, five Wednesday (at bit too much), four today and then finally two Friday before I head back to Denmark. I will write about each visit in details during the next period ... … [Read more...]
Impressions from Trilogie en Côte de Nuits – tasting the 2015s
Trilogie en Côte de Nuits - tasting is a perfect oportunity to taste and compare. A lot of the best producers from Vosne-Romanée, Vougeot, Flagey and to a lesser degree Morey and Chambolle present their wines at Chateau Clos de Vougeot - this … [Read more...]
Bruno Clavelier Vosne Les Hautes Maizieres small vertical
Spring, Sun ... and a one weeek Burgundy trip ahead - and quite a few interesting articles in the pipeline - what is not to like! This is an article about a small vertical with four Bruno Clavelier Vosne-Romanée Les Hautes Maizieres - including … [Read more...]
Terroir Insight – Domaine Bertheau Chambolle Les Amoureuses
I love Chambolle-Musigny perhaps the most vibrant and sensual appellation ... While the Chambolle appellation is rather large the number of top end producers located in the village of Chambolle is rather limited, and somehow it's not often a … [Read more...]
Vosne Village Gallore – Domaine Bruno Clavelier 2014
Sitting in the office on a sunny day catching up on some articles before the trip goes to Burgundy next week. The spring is here ... and the Rhino is barking in the garden - either to greet the new warmer season - or to warn the neighbour - don't … [Read more...]
Vintage Report – 2015 white Burgundies – update
I have updated the vintage chart for white Burgundies with the 2015 vintage and adjusted the rating for the 2009 vintage - see the full Vintage Chart for White Burgundies here White Burgundies - the 2015 vintage - rich but charming The 2015 … [Read more...]
Terroir Insight: Comte Liger-Belair NSG Clos des Grandes Vignes
One of my favorite parts of Burgundy is Premeaux - and since I seem to be the only one to think that Premeaux should have its own appellation - l think its fair to assume that it will continue to be a part of Nuits-Saint-Georges for now. I have … [Read more...]
Update regarding Laurent Ponsot leaving Domaine Ponsot
The story about Laurent Ponsot leaving Domaine Ponsot seems rather never ending without adding much clarity at this point. The latest article from Bourgogne Aujourd'hui have a bit of news regarding the vineyards but also it brings yet but is very … [Read more...]
Visit Domaine Arlaud – tasting of the 2015s from cask
Domaine Arlaud is producing some magnificent wines - and despite they are both Biodynamic and improving quality each year they still are somewhat under the radar. In my view they certainly don't get the deserved credit and acclaim. In a sense the … [Read more...]