During the last couple of weeks, I have discovered three domaines new to me, each with an exciting background and creation story. This just goes to show that estates in Burgundy are going through a never-ending process of change, often benefitting you as a wine drinker. There are many exciting, …
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Visit to Domaine Pierre Labet – tasting the 2019s
The wines from Domaine Pierre Labet are often somewhat overlooked, overshadowed by the wines Labet makes at Chateau de la Tour, the top brand of his group. About Domaine Pierre Labet Chateau de la Tour is renowned for making some of the very best wines from the Clos de Vougeot. Yet François …
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Domaine Seguin Manuel – a sneak peak
Seguin Manuel is one of the older Burgundy houses - or should I same names - dating back to 1824. The Winehog's history with this name is somewhat shorter, although I have tasted wines from the estate going back to 1929 (a still very fresh Corton-Charlemagne at age 70 or so, tasted in the …
Visit to Domaine Pierre Labet – tasting the 2018s
The wines of Domaine Pierre Labet are to me a bit overlooked, and furthermore overshadowed by the wines Labet makes at Chateau de la Tour, the top brand of his group. This is why I review these wines separately: to give them the attention they deserve. About Domaine Pierre Labet Chateau …
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Faiveley summer wines: a Chambolle surprise
The last summer wine from Faiveley is a Chambolle-Musigny village 2018 .. quite a step up. It is a negociant wine ... but nevertheless, it is showing both Faiveley character and a nice Chambolle minerality. lets go to Chambolle. Summer Wine 5: Chambolle-Musigny 2018 The fifth summer …
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