The 2019 vintage is by some seen as the greatest since 1865. That's quite a few years ago, and while The Winehog is old, he cannot quite recall the 1865 vintage. In truth, my vinous memory only goes back to 1929! There is, however, no doubt that 2019 is a great vintage; perhaps even the …
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Bourgogne 2019: A Second View
Back in Burgundy after a break of nearly four months due to travel restrictions, I'm ready to embrace Bourgogne and the 2019 vintage again. We are now four months further into elevage, and a clearer picture is emerging. My optimistic first look is confirmed, although with some refining …
Burgundy 2019: A first look
We need a cheerful note, positive news, and to look forward to a new and open world .. after you know... the... It is very early, but I need to speak up about the 2019 Burgundies, as they seem to be of a special, almost royal, breed and class. I have during the past weeks tasted quite a few …
New visits, and producers in the pipeline
The Covid-19 situation will make it difficult to visit Burgundy in the weeks or even months to come. I do have, however, a new stack of visits and tasting notes on which to report following my March trip to Burgundy. Here is the itinerary of my exciting March visits. Let's go to …
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