Burgundy is complex, and understanding the region and its wines requires not only interest, but effort. Studying the vineyards is an important part, and taking the vineyards one by one is my way of doing this.
Under this new rubric, I will highlight one of my vineyard articles to pique your curiosity.
Vineyard of the week
Vineyard Insight: Griotte-Chambertin
Griotte-Chambertin has a special place in my Burgundy heart – as it was one of the first Grand Crus I acquired when I began to collect Burgundies around 1990. I adore a good Griotte as it often seems to offer both drinkability and delicate complexity not often found in a Gevrey – aside form the…
- A true vin d’émotion – a Burgundy of passion
- A truly hedonistic wine – lively and enjoyable
- A vivacious wine for pure indulgance
- A Vin Vif - fresh, energetic and with a light appearance
Hi Steen
there are published alternatives to your surface area for example the book
Climats et Lieux dits des Grands Vignobles de Bourgogne have
Clos St Denis @ 2.14.89
Les Chaffots @ 1.33.92
Calouere @ 1.30.85
Maison Brulee @1.82.94
a grand cru total of 6.62.60ha
I think there is a whole load of exploration to be had with this?
best
Phil