I adore J.-F. Mugnier's wines (as do most people). They have a core of enjoyability rarely seen in Burgundy. Joie de vivre is a good way to describe the sensation evoked by these wines, although they are so much more than plain and simple hedonistic … [Read more...] about Visit to Domaine J.-F. Mugnier, tasting the 2018 vintage
Bonnes Mares
Comte Georges de Vogüé 2017s – bottled and delightful
Vogüé time! As mentioned before, in Denmark we have a fine tradition of Jean-Luc Pepin visiting each year in September or October to present the newly released de Vogüé lineup in Copenhagen. Jean-Luc Pepin and two faithful Vogüé fans Add to … [Read more...] about Comte Georges de Vogüé 2017s – bottled and delightful
Visit Domaine François Bertheau – tasting the 2018s
The wines from Domaine François Bertheau have given me a lot of hedonistic pleasures over the years, and while they do not always show well from cask, they normally deliver the goods from bottle. The 2018 vintage is different, however, as I … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine François Bertheau – tasting the 2018s
Domaine Dujac, Bonnes Mares 2004
The Bonnes Mares 2004 form Domaine Dujac is a delightful wine showing very well indeed currently. The nose is open and expressive - sous-bois and mature fruit notes - no green notes at all. On the palate medium weight - elegant and light footed - … [Read more...] about Domaine Dujac, Bonnes Mares 2004
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé – 2017s from cask
Time to taste the Vogüé wines from cask - after completed malo - all ready to taste .. and what a delightful surprise. So are they that good ... indeed - the 2017 are showing just beautifully. The 2017s at Domaine Comte Georges de … [Read more...] about Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé – 2017s from cask
Visit Domaine Robert Groffier, tasting the 2017s from cask
One of the gems of Burgundy is Domaine Robert Groffier in Morey-Saint-Denis. Nicolas Groffier took over the vinification around 10 years back - and has improved quality significantly over the years. These are cheerful wines .. both of … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Robert Groffier, tasting the 2017s from cask
Domaine Georges Roumier, Bonnes Mares 1999
The 1999 Bonnes Mares from Roumier is beginning to unfold .. tar is just receding and the tertiary aromas are starting to show. Still 10 or even 20 years to full maturity, but already showing well. A big wine with intense power and length - really a … [Read more...] about Domaine Georges Roumier, Bonnes Mares 1999
Domaine Bertheau, Bonnes Mares 2008
The Bertheau Bonnes Mares 2008 is certainly a lovely surprise. It's fresh, vivacious and quite intense. The nose offer layers of fine fruit, red and dark berries with sous-bois infused saline minerality. On the palate quite weighty and with a lovely … [Read more...] about Domaine Bertheau, Bonnes Mares 2008