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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
Indulgence. Hedonistic indulgence and joy: This what the wines of Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair bring me. They have a certain ability to please my palate, to thrill, to seduce. Some more than others, naturally. Yet for me they many have a hint of magic, regardless of vintage and level. The …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair – tasting the 2019s
The 2019 vintage was a tremendous success for Pierre Duroché. Not many growers timed the harvest better. The result is vivid, fresh, and lively 2019s, from the entry-level wines to the Clos de Beze and Griotte-Chambertin. They are hedonistic treasures all the way, and real treats! Pierre …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Duroché – tasting the 2019s from cask
Visiting Domaine Marc Roy is always a treat, and Alexandrine Roy seems to have found the magic formula again in 2019. As mentioned in my vintage report, the 2019s can be somewhat on the hot side. But they also have a special energy that compensates for the generous, warm notes frequently found in …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Marc Roy – tasting the 2019 vintage
The 2018 vintage is a hot, generous year for Clos Vougeot, following in the footsteps of 2015 although perhaps not quite rivalling the quality of the best '15s. Francois Labet made three intense and expressive Clos Vougeot in 2018, so let's taste these wonders. And to clarify: I use Clos de …
[Read more...] about Visit to Chateau de la Tour – tasting the 2018s
Domaine Trapet has for many years been at the forefront of pinot noir viticulture in Bourgogne, implementing biodynamic methods earlier than most. Jean-Louis Trapet took biodynamics seriously - and to the next level - when other producers were less courageous and maintained traditional, …
