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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
The 2021s come from a year of surprises, because the conditions for winemaking were definitely not good in Burgundy. First, there was the April frost, then hail in June, then rot and mildiou. There are not many positive things to mention regarding the growing season. But in the end, the good …
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To simplify your search for emotional wines, I have decided to compile a list of the top emotional producers in each appellation. Comments and thoughts The list contains producers that regularly score an emotional rating, and they are ranked in three levels. I hope this proves useful; …
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The 2020s are in many ways special wines, coming from a vintage with potent structure and intensity. Their balance is usually very fine, with the acidity giving lovely equilibrium to the wines' generous constitution. This balance is often impeccable, and will help provide serious drinking for …
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Visiting a legend: This is quite a claim, but a fitting one for a tasting at Domaine Emmanuel Rouget in Flagey-Echezeaux. I arrived on Brompton (very convenient and speedy), and found the discreet Emmanuel Rouget estate in the village - he who lives hidden lives well. By the way, some visits …
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Saturday April 24 I took a Brompton ride in the vineyards to see how bud break is progressing. It's a bit early, but in some plots, things are beginning to move - depending on the frost damage. I can understand why assessing the frost damage is close to impossible at this point. It will take …
[Read more...] about From Romanee-Conti to Vougeot in the vines
