Domaine Brandis, with Tom Brandis at the wheel, is one of Denmark's main Burgundy importers. In early November, Tom held his large Wine Festival with a very fine lineup of delightful producers - French, German, Italian; you name it, they … [Read more...] about Brandis Tasting – the delightful 2017 vintage
Domaine Julien
Côte de Nuits Villages with lovely potential
The Côte de Nuits Villages appellation is both overlooked and somewhat vaguely defined, and other appellations have sometimes taken its credit when the labels are printed. But make no mistake, there are very interesting terroirs in Côte de Nuits … [Read more...] about Côte de Nuits Villages with lovely potential
Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2017s from cask
The Côte de Nuits village area is in my view very exciting as numerous producers is located in these small villages. Etienne Julien is one - and he is definitely one of the very top producers - always a great pleasure to visit. The … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2017s from cask
Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2016s from cask
Domaine Julien ... Étienne Julien ... makes some intriguingly delightful wines. I really like the style, the energy and the lovely juiciness of these wines. As I taste these wines ... from the 2013 vintage and onwards, I have started to appreciate … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2016s from cask
Domaine Julien, Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Bousselots 2013
I new ring stars is Domaine Julien in Comblanchien. The 2012 vintage was only the second made by Étienne Julien and he has done well already this year. The style is fruity and energetic - the oak is well integrated in this NSG Les Bousselots 2013. … [Read more...] about Domaine Julien, Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Bousselots 2013
Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2015s from cask
Cheerful, relaxed and yet intrigued ... this are the emotions one gets when visiting Étienne Julien at Domaine Julien in Comblanchien. This also apply to the wines made here - they are energetic and vibrant with an effortless hedonistic note of … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Julien – tasting of the 2015s from cask