I have, as you know, asked readers to pitch in with the vins d'émotion you have enjoyed over the years. I will publish some of these here to show more examples and explanations of what a vin d'émotion is - to you and to me. The 1st vin d'émotion 2015 Domaine Bizot Vosne-Romanée (tasted …
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Your Vins d’Emotion?
We can all remember the bottles that have given us the greatest experiences, and sometimes we can (hopefully) recall the ones that gave us the greatest pleasure: the true vins d'émotion. I want to know your vins d'émotion Send me a message (below) and tell me about the wine, when you drank …
Domaine Georges Glantenay: A Producer of Vins d’Emotion
After yearly, consistent improvements, I have decided to promote Domaine Georges Glantenay to the top of vin d'émotion producers' chart: . It is my highest praise on the vin d'émotion evaluation scale. First and foremost, the wines from Georges Glantenay are truly hedonistic and enjoyable. But …
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Flavour of the Year 2024 – Candidate No. 1
I find it extremely gratifying to promote new, talented people and estates. This is also what many buyers and collectors are looking for in a world of ever-increasing prices. This is also why one of the primary goals of the Winehog is to explore new producers. To explain this initiative a bit …
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Abordable: Affordable Thirst Quenchers
I have now lived in Burgundy for two and a half years, and during this period, wine prices in restaurants and shops have climbed significantly: 20-40%, or even more in some cases. What was vaguely affordable is now getting frightfully expensive. Some restaurateurs in the Côte d'Or have joined …