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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
Some people think that the vin d'émotion attribution is given only to a specific type of wine. Nothing could be further from the truth. What unites these wines is the hedonistic pleasure they give, the tension and energy they have to offer, the dynamic feeling that makes you want another glass …
[Read more...] about Vins d’émotion – from Lachaux to Roumier
A Thursday morning - sunny and just the sort of day where I take advantage of Brompton (my bicycle with electric support for the 'Hog). Burgundy is now covered in autumn colours; it's beautiful, and a delightful time of year. It is great to be back at Domaine Coquard-Loison-Fleurot to taste its …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Coquard-Loison-Fleurot – tasting the 2020s
I shouldn't. I really shouldn't. We all do it - and perhaps should do it more! Summer wines are casual, and for drinking with no remorse: Taste and drink with pleasure and joy rather than thinking of value and future potential. Wines should be there to enjoy without consideration or financial …
[Read more...] about Domaine Trapet Latricieres-Chambertin 2018
I am back at Domaine Arlaud, tasting the 2020s just three months after enjoying the 2019s from bottle. There's no reason to repeat Arlaud's story here, as it is available and up to date in the article about the 2019s. Just one reminder: Domaine Arlaud is certified both BioDyvin and …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Arlaud – tasting the 2020s from cask
Visiting Alexandrine Roy and tasting the latest vintage just before the bottling is a highly enjoyable tradition. Her Domaine Marc Roy wines are archetypical vins d'emotion, and are wines that will thrill and bowl you over with hedonistic pleasure. While not at the very top of the Burgundy grand cru …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Marc Roy – tasting the 2020 vintage
