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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
To simplify your search for emotional wines, I have decided to compile a list of the top emotional producers in each appellation. Vin d'émotion is quite stable .. I do however adjust from year to year ... so ... here is the first update in 2025 - Gevrey Chambertin. Comments to the …
[Read more...] about Vins d’Emotion from Gevrey-Chambertin (revised)
It is always a treat and a great pleasure to visit Thibault Morey ... as there is a zen-like balance and tranquility over this estate ... nothing forced but wines made like nature intended them - it seems. I am of course back at Domaine Morey-Coffinet tasting the elegant wines from the prime …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Morey-Coffinet tasting the 2023s
I am back at Domaine Morey-Coffinet for the pleasure of tasting these elegant wines from the prime vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet ... The wines were served by the charming and enthusiastic Marjolaine, who took me through the big lineup with useful comments and grace. And as there's no …
[Read more...] about The Energy and Generosity of the White 2022s – Visit to Domaine Morey-Coffinet
I first tasted Jérôme Galeyrand's wines at Le Roi Chambertin, and they excited me immediately. Since then, I have visited Jérôme at his estate several times, and I've also sought out his wines at restaurants. When I find them, I am stunned each time by the quality they offer. Jérôme …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Jérôme Galeyrand – Tasting the 2022 Whites
The 2022 vintage from Pierre Duroché is a treat. His early harvest has produced vivid, energetic wines (not quite as great as the 2019s) with a cool beauty that makes them hard to resist, especially when you climb the cru ladder. Pierre Duroché made some tremendous 2015s and 2016s, lovely 2017s, …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Duroché – Tasting the 2022s
