Winehog - with a passion
Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
Burgundy is the land of plenty and to some degree also diversity. I normally try to find new and upcoming young producers, the future stars of Burgundy and focus on the recent vintages from the best estates. This story is however quite different - but nevertheless worth some thought as it …
[Read more...] about Domaine Bernard van Berg – Burgundy in pact with nature
The Charmes Chambertin 2014 from Domaine Coquard Loison-Fleurot is showing very well indeed. The oak is well integrated and the red and dark berry fruits in the bouquet are fresh and vibrant - cherries and boysenberries. On the palate quite rich and energetic fruit - elegant and vibrant, a very well …
[Read more...] about Domaine Coquard Loison-Fleurot, Charmes Chambertin 2014
The 2015 Chardonnay Les Glapigny from Clavelier is a quite delightful glass. The vineyard is located below the road - RN974 - and partly (technically) outside the "allowed" areas - hence a Vin de Table. It's a quite fresh generic white Nongundy - fine acidity for the vintage - fruit rather cool and …
[Read more...] about Domaine Bruno Clavelier, Les Glapigny 2015
The Vosne-Romanée Les Hauts Beaux Monts 2015 is still very youthful - oak not fully integrated (transport) - nose brimming with cherries, elderberries and blueberries. On the palate quite generous with plenty of mid-palate fruit, juicy, vibrant and energetic - with a lovely balance. It's vivacious …
[Read more...] about Domaine Bruno Clavelier, Vosne-Romanée Les Hauts de Beaux Monts 2015
One of the most memorable visits in 2017 was at Domaine Michel Gaunoux - tasting some timeless or should I say old school Burgundies from Pommard, Beaune and Corton. Remembering and cherishing the best traditions of Burgundy, and celebrating the days where wines were made for cellaring and …
[Read more...] about Tasting Domaine Michel Gaunoux … timeless perspectives
