I have begun to sample the red 2018 wines, and the style -- and even the quality -- of the vintage is somewhat irregular. 2018 is, in my view, quite a mysterious vintage, unlike any other. A lovely vintage at best, an inconsistent and rather … [Read more...] about Burgundy 2018 vintage report – red impressions
Vintage Report
Burgundy 2017 vintage report – in perspective
For those who like forward, charming and elegant Burgundies - the 2017s represents a return to the more classic styled Burgundies, after the intense and low yield 2016s, and the mighty and concentrated 2015s. Add to this the very intense and powerful … [Read more...] about Burgundy 2017 vintage report – in perspective
2017 insights from two weeks of tastings
The 2017s are by nature pretty, charming and transparent wines, a bit on the solaire (sunny) side - with a delicate freshness, and a effortless balance. So this is not what collectors will call a great vintage - but in my view there are an lot of … [Read more...] about 2017 insights from two weeks of tastings
Burgundy 2017 vintage report – impressions
I have now sampled the first 2017s and the style and the quality of the vintage seems pretty consistent. The 2017 vintage is a pleasent "surprise", both the reds and the whites are very pretty, drikable and enjoyable wines. For those who like … [Read more...] about Burgundy 2017 vintage report – impressions
Vintage Report 2016 white Burgundies
The 2016 vintage will be remembered by the Burgundian vignerons – as a year of frost, mildew and devastation – but also a vintage with a quite happy ending. In the end quality of the 2016 vintage proved better than expected and the 2017 harvest … [Read more...] about Vintage Report 2016 white Burgundies
The top of the 2016 vintage, editors choice – update 12/12/2017
I have tasted a range of 2016s Burgundies over the last year and some are extraordinary in a quite unique way. The low yields due to the frost and mildew have given intensity and generosity and this paired with a vibrant freshness in some cases … [Read more...] about The top of the 2016 vintage, editors choice – update 12/12/2017
Vintage Report 2016 red Burgundies
The 2016 vintage will be remembered by the Burgundian vignerons for many years – as a year of frost, mildew and devastation – but also a vintage with a happy ending. The successful and relatively abundant 2017 harvest have now erased the worst … [Read more...] about Vintage Report 2016 red Burgundies
Burgundy Impressions October 2017
The first two days of tasting have confirmed the very fine quality of the 2016 vintage. It is prefered to the 2015s by quite many producers due to the cool and more classic style of the 2016 vintage - and I certainly can understand why - to some … [Read more...] about Burgundy Impressions October 2017