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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
Single vineyard village wines are becoming more and more popular in Burgundy, as the focus on terroir and the quality of the different climates increases. Meursault is one of the appellations where the tradition with single vineyard village is becoming more deeply rooted in the Burgundian …
[Read more...] about The best village terroirs in Meursault – a historic view
Benjamin Leroux is one of the most talented winemakers of his generations. He has recently resigned from his job as régisseur at Comte Armand, and is now focusing on this own negociant business in Beaune. Maison Benjamin Leroux was launched with the 2007 vintage, and has gradually been expanded …
[Read more...] about Visit: Benjamin Leroux – tasting of the 2013 whites
Domaine Roulot is one of my favorite producers of white Burgundy and it was therefore a treat to taste - almost - the full range of 2013s with Jean-Marc Roulot in Meursault on my March trip to Burgundy. Photo: Jean-Marc Roulot …
[Read more...] about Visit Domaine Roulot, Tasting of the 2013 vintage
The Meursault Crotots 2011 from Chantereves is a delightful glass. In the bouquet pure and quite delicate white and yellow orchard fruits with hints of hazelnuts and white flowers .. all infused with a filligree chalky minerality. On the palate gorgeously pure and silky ... perfectly ripe in my …
[Read more...] about Chantereves, Meursault Les Crotots 2011
The Meursault Les Charmes is showing fine promise. In the bouquet lovely ripe fruit spiced with hints of almonds and hazelnuts. On the palate rich and intense fruit ... focused and energized by the powerful and vibrant 2013 acidity. Really like the nerve and energy here .. a lovely …
[Read more...] about Domaine Dublère, Meursault Les Charmes 2013
