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Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini. Yes, Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini. It is a long and difficult name, and probably not the greatest marketing asset given to Florence and Simon Mazzini. But names tell a story, give some history, and are therefore important in how we present ourselves to the world. Sometimes …
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It is rare to see new wines from the top grand crus like Richebourg, Romanee Saint-Vivant, or Musigny. The ownership structures there are relatively fixed, but despite this, Domaine Tawse has been able to create a new Musigny over the last 10-15 years. Furthermore, it's an exciting wine that has …
Domaine Matrot and I date back many years, to when Thierry was running the business. During those years, the wines became more refined and enjoyable, as the old, sometimes quite rustic, style was replaced with delicacy and finesse. Matrot is a large, old estate, dating back to 1835. And while …
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Vin de soif: I use this term carefully, as it expresses an opinion about both drinkability and complexity. A grand cru from a great producer and vintage will often have substantial complexity and depth that require reflection and a deeper interpretation of the hedonistic side. A wine such as this …
[Read more...] about On the Table, In the Glass #36: Un Vrai Vin de Soif
Let me be clear: Wine is about hedonism and joy, and it is always timely and appropriate to open a vin d'émotion. The prices of some wines are astronomical, but it is rarely the fault of the winegrower, who often gets less than 20% of the inflated grey-market price. What! How can you open ... …
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