Olivier Lamy is one of the greatest winemakers in Burgundy today. He has had me confused at times, but his explanation and clarification have convinced me. The Lamy wines are brutally honest ... perfectly expressing Olivier's vision and the terroir. Some wines are more to my liking, but others …
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Visit to Domaine Mugnier – Tasting the 2024s
The Mugnier 2024s are, as expected, a very small vintage, with the wines reflecting the coolish climatic conditions that were present for most of the growing season. Mugnier has made the wines according to potential and possibility, hence, he has not tried to stretch the wines via heavy …
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Visit to Mark Haisma – Tasting the 2024 Reds
Mark Haisma's winery is located in a commercial zone in Gilly-les-Citeaux, the same one that houses the prominent Maison Laurent Ponsot. I visit Mark every year, and it is always a treat. The small 2024 vintage is where I have chosen to reduce the report a bit. If you like Mark Heismas wines, …
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Domaine DeCéline a new style and focus
Drinking big Burgundies often requires a lot of knowledge to get the most from the bottle acquired... Burgundies often need ageing to unfold and shine, a fact, yet, many lovers of Burgundian wine don't have the time or facilities to store and age the precious bottles for 10, 20 or even 30 years …
Visit to Domaine Dujac vintage 2024
Over the last few years, Domaine Dujac has changed the modus operandi for the vintage tastings. Now, they make a small series with approximately 10 people in a new tasting room that is part of the cellar. This is a new format and works well for my journalistic side, but it takes some of the …