Winehog - with a passion
Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
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 …
[Read more...] about Flavour of the Year 2024 – Candidate No. 1
Nothing is more pleasing than following new estates and seeing the success of hard-working vignerons. When they have chosen the high road and located their estate - in this case Domaine de Cassiopée - in Maranges (more precisely, Sampigny-les-Maranges), then my admiration is even greater. A lot …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine de Cassiopée – Tasting the 2022s
Vins d'émotion are my passion, and my mission in Burgundy. I want you to drink seductive, enjoyable, delicate Burgundies. They are not always easy to find, but when you do... ❤️ I adore emotional Burgundies, the wines that strike a special sensual note that assures them a place in …
One of my most exciting tastings so far this year is the 2022s from Comte Liger-Belair, as it includes a number of new wines from the expansion of this already fabulous estate. With the 2022 vintage Louis-Michel Liger-Belair got new plots in Grands Echezeaux, Vosne-Romanée Les Malconsorts, La …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair – Tasting the 2022s
Now he's losing his marbles. But nevertheless, hear me out - or read me out! A true vin d'émotion is all about the balance. Are the tannins, the fruit, and mineral details allowed to show and shine as they were intended? Or are parts of the palate or bouquet taking over the expression of the …
