Day 2 of 2014 tastings ... Maison Chantereves in Savigny Les Beaune, Domaine Georges Noellat in Vosne-Romanee, Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé and Domaine Bertheau in Chambolle-Musigny. These tastings confirmed the loverly drinkability of the 2014s ... the quality is high and this vintage should not …
Chantereves
Visit: Chantereves … purist negociant extraordinaire
I have my regular stops in Burgundy - Domaines I visit almost every year, but I always try to find time to visit new and upcoming producers .. as this often is a great inspiration for me as a blogger. It also gives me the opportunity to explore wines that often are more accessible for Burgundy …
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Chantereves, Meursault Les Crotots 2011
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 …
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Burgundy Day Four … from Leroux to Poisot via Rheingau!
The fourth day on my trip to Burgundy included three tastings .. Benjamin Leroux, Chantereves and Domaine Poisot. Here are some initial impressions .. tasting notes will follow. Benjamin Leroux - a fine selection of 2013s Benjamin Leroux is one of the most talented winemakers in Burgundy, and while …
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WineHog rating system – more than points
My aim with the Winehog is unchanged, but I have for some time wanted a stronger focus on the hedonistic pleasure and simple enjoyment of drinking Burgundies. I have therefore adjusted my mission statement: "My mission is to help readers find more joy and hedonistic pleasure in Burgundy wines; to …
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