Aladame: a legendary producer from Montagny, an appellation that deserves much more attention and acclaim. Aladame is located in Montagny-les-Buxy, and while more and more estates are popping up in the appellation, a large percentage of the Montagny harvest (70% or so) is still bottled by the …
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Domaine de Suremain in Mercurey
More Mercurey: This time Domaine de Suremain 2018s in a quick tasting during a busy week with a lot of wines to sample. Domaine de Suremain is one of the better-known Mercurey producers, located in a stately palace called Château Bourgneuf. The estate has 18 hectares in total and a focus on …
Terroir Insight: Cécile Tremblay Vosne-Romanee Les Beaumonts
Beaumonts; Beaux Monts; Beauxmonts - whatever the spelling, the name means delightful pinot with many variations. It is a large vineyard covering the slope above Vosne-Romanee Les Suchots towards Flagey-Echezeaux. Cecile Tremblay has a lovely plot in the centre of the vineyard with old vines, and …
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Château d’Etroyes 2019s
December and January have provided a new experience for The Winehog, as a number of Burgundian producers have generously sent me samples in this meagre time of Covid. This is greatly appreciated, and it's given me the opportunity to discover new, exciting producers. I owe a debt of gratitude to …
Domaine Carrette 2017, 2018 and 2019
It has a classic touch, a special balance and elegance, and - I can't explain why - an almost regal glow. I am talking about Domaine Carrette, a new-found favourite in Pouilly-Fuissé which I've discovered, along with a few other new stars in the Pouilly sky. The estate is managed by the family's …