Making lists always yields new knowledge ... and so also in this case. Inspired by Guide Michelin's rating of the best Burgundian producers, I gathered the wines that give me the most emotional pleasure and enjoyment ... the three-heart vin d'émotion. A quote does start some further reflections …
a Curve Ball
Vin d’émotion – three hearts – reds
Making lists always yields new knowledge ... and so also in this case. Inspired by Guide Michelin's rating of the best Burgundian producers, I gathered the wines that give me the most emotional pleasure and enjoyment ... the three-heart vin d'émotion. Seeing the names together does lead to some …
The Burgundian truth
I have the pleasure and privilege to be able to chat to vigneron friends in the streets just in front of the Winehog office almost every day. On my way through Nuits-Saint-Georges, I normally meet further vignerons telling me a part of their world in Burgundy - just chatting informally. The …
Phenolic ripeness – we need rain …
Ohh no, not Phenolic ripeness again… Yes, phenolics again… and given the current situation in the vineyards, there is a big risk of not achieving sufficient phenolic ripeness in 2026. The wines in many vineyards are struggling with a lack of juice, thick skins, and prospects of a very …
the final run towards phenolic balance – update
I have been talking to many vignerons, and there is currently a huge uncertainty regarding the harvest time. Some say mid-august others fear start september if we dont get more rain! The rain came ... but not enough It is still hot and dry although we had rain on Wednesday July 15th and …
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