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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
In Burgundy and elsewhere, 2021 was a cool and frosty year. Despite using fire and circulating fans in the vineyards, the results of the April frost and summer rains were low yields and serious challenges with the health of the grapes. Domaine Arlaud, however, has done remarkably well, producing …
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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 …
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Domaine Arlaud is producing some magnificent wines, and year by year the connoisseur's awareness of them increases. Arlaud is both organically and biodynamically certified, and despite the slowly but surely increasing renown of this estate, it is still somewhat under the radar. How long will …
[Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Arlaud – tasting the bottled 2019s
The 2005 Burgundy vintage received much acclaim when it was released onto the market. Then a debate followed regarding the character of the vintage, and some criticism arose - not always in the most civilized fashion. But what is the current state of the 2005s, now almost 15 years down the …
[Read more...] about The case of the 2005 red Burgundies – Orderrrrrrrrr!
The 2010 Aux Combottes is developing slowly yet surely, and beginning to show some maturing notes. This is a gorgeous effort with lovely tension and energy. It still shows quite some tannins in the lovely 2010 manner - effortless and refined - as well as the coolness of this delightful year. More …
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