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Burgundy Insights from the Winehog
Sometimes we see the world as static, and believe that major changes to the Burgundy scene are rare and almost all historic. This is, however, not always the case. Rumors are, however, rumbling in Burgundy, and while its current structure seems old, well-known domaines are not as ancient and …
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While the vineyards of Burgundy are very old, changes and adjustments are done from time to time, and in some cases new wines and opportunities are created. One such wine is the Domaine Lamarche La Grande Rue "Cuvée 1959" a new luxury cuvée to top the existing La Grande Rue. This exciting new …
[Read more...] about Terroir Insight: Domaine Lamarche, La Grande Rue “Cuvée 1959”
The Lamarche Grande Rue 2015 is a refined and feminine Grand Cru. The nose is brimming with juicy red and dark fruits - blueberries, red-currant, pomegranate - spiced with violets and peony rose. On the palate juicy and intense - with a sensual and velvet character - and a filigree and detailed …
My second visit at Domaine Lamarche - and eager to see if the 2016s could match the fine wines made here in the 2015 vintage. I was impressed by the 2015s, as I historically have found wines from this estate somewhat underwhelming, but in recent years new generations and new standards have been …
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Preconceptions and old habits sometimes or even often leads to mistakes and this is also the case in Burgundy - especially in times of change. A lot of estates in Burgundy are taken over by new generations and this often leads to a change of style and better quality. The new generation often …
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