Ledy Vins is a new, exciting estate in Nuits-Saint-Georges. 2023 was Aurélie's first vintage, and in 2024, she has already expanded the portfolio with three new wines - including a Grand Cru from the Corton vineyard. The level of creativity and the energy charge coming from this small domaine is …
Vin d'emotion
Visit to Domaine Méo-Camuzet – Tasting the 2024s
It seems like Jean-Nicolas Méo is on a winning streak. Each vintage has shown very well during the last four to five years. But what about the 2024 vintage ? A difficult year, and a year that does not seem like it would suit the Méo style perfectly. Some 2024s have a somewhat austere side, and …
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Vins d’Emotion from Chambolle-Musigny and Vougeot (July 2026)
To simplify your search for emotional wines, I have decided to compile a list of the top emotional producers in each appellation. Comments and thoughts The list contains producers that regularly score an emotional rating, and they are ranked in three levels. I hope this proves useful; …
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Flavour of the Year 2026 – Edouard Confuron
Sometimes we need to go back to basics ... Vosne Romanée ... and the classical yet updated style of Pinot Noir - a style that accommodates the modern wine making under global warming. During my tastings at Domaine Edouard Confuron's wines (first vintage was 2021), I have waited for and encouraged …
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Visit to Domaine Berthaut-Gerbet – Tasting the 2024s
Back in Fixin .... actually, this is my second visit to Fixin this fall. Not impressive, I know, but a serious cold prevented me from attending the open domaine event in Fixin this weekend. I like a well-made Fixin, but also feel that many estates here still have issues in judging the oak level …
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