This week I was planning a small yet, apparently, controversial expansion to the vin d'emotion scale to include the missing bottom end, meaning the wines I don't enjoy, or that are simply bad. This turned out to be highly charged. Calling a wine awful is clearly too much for delicate French …
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Visit to Armand Heitz – Tasting the Red 2022s
I have not visited Armand Heitz since 2018, due to logistical reasons and other trivial issues. A significant number of things have happened with Armand in the interim, including a new chateau and an important expansion of his production. Armand Heitz has expanded in several areas, and while …
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The Winehog’s New Greet, Talk, and Advise Service
I meet and greet many people who come through Burgundy, but collectors outside the Côte d'Or sometimes would like to chat and ask questions as well. I have therefore created a new Greet,Talk, and Advise service where, via Facetime, we can have a conversation about what interests you in the world …
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Visit to Armand Heitz – Tasting the White 2022s
I have not visited Armand Heitz since 2018, due to logistical reasons and other trivial issues. A significant number of things have happened with Armand in the interim, including a new chateau and an important expansion of his production. Expanding production to more than 200,000 bottles is not …
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Restaurant Guide: Resto La Jeannette
A small, tranquil gem. Resto La Jeannette 1 rue du Gaizot, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin A Gevrey-Chambertin delight, Resto La Jeannette is a great little place for a relaxed bite and a light Sunday lunch. The menu is small and simple, with genuine dishes made from high-quality, fresh …