I have always been fascinated with vineyards next to, almost part, or otherwise related to the 'expensive and famous'. One commune with a wealth of riches is the iconic 'Chambertin', or properly Gevrey Chambertin. I felt at one time the power families of this area appropriated vineyards …
Côte de Nuits Villages with lovely potential
The Côte de Nuits Villages appellation is both overlooked and somewhat vaguely defined, and other appellations have sometimes taken its credit when the labels are printed. But make no mistake, there are very interesting terroirs in Côte de Nuits Villages, terroirs with lovely potential. In recent …
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Domaine Naudin-Ferrand Côte de Nuits Villages «Viola Odorata» 2012
A poetic name - «Viola Odorata» - from the Corgoloin area of Côte de Nuits Villages and the lieux-dits of «En Vireville» (2 different parcels) and «En Fontenelle». This is made from very old vines - 70 to 85 years old. The Naudin-Ferrand Côte de Nuits-Villages «Viola Odorata» 2012 is showing …
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Domaine Truchetet – a Premeaux-Prissey surprise
Premeaux is one of my favourite areas, although it is officially part of the larger Nuits-Saint-Georges landscape. I do understand the marketing sense of using the Nuits-Saint-Georges brand, but on the other hand, I find some unique qualities in the Premeaux area, so I always seek out Premeaux wines …
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Dining in Hamburg: the good, the ugly, and a German treat
Earlier this week, a short trip to Hamburg included some wine and dinner experiences of good - and not-so-good - quality. Since Hamburg is an important business centre, I gather some of you readers have the opportunity to go there from time to time - for better or worse. So a few tips and …
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