Nicolas Groffier seems to have found beautiful balance in his wines, and even in the notoriouly unpredictable 2018 vintage he is in full control. The wines have a generous yet vivid tone, offering both freshness and intensity and showing some of … [Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Robert Groffier – tasting the 2018s from cask
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Vineyard Insight: Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Amoureuses
I adore Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses, the wine from one of the most vivid and sensual vineyards in Burgundy. It is a vineyard with tremendous potential and a legendary reputation. There are great estates in the village of Chambolle which have … [Read more...] about Vineyard Insight: Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Amoureuses
Brandis Tasting – the delightful 2017 vintage
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 Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Amoureuses “Cuvée Blonde” 2016
The Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses 2016 is a rare bird, but this is not the regular cuvée: It's the special Cuvée Blonde made only in 2016 - and in very limited numbers. The Cuvée Blonde comes from the top part of the Groffier plot of Les … [Read more...] about Domaine Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Amoureuses “Cuvée Blonde” 2016
Domaine Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Hauts Doix 2010
The Chambolle-Musigny Les Hauts Doix 2010 is a delightful wine with perfect balance and lovely intensity. As always, forward and rewarding, revealing lovely mid-palate fruit and fine, defined minerality. A treat and definitely a wine that offers … [Read more...] about Domaine Robert Groffier Chambolle Les Hauts Doix 2010
Terroir Insight: Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses
The Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses is one of the most prominent wines from this refined and sensual vineyard. I have therefore taken a closer look at the Vogüé Les Amoureuses ... as most by now know that Les … [Read more...] about Terroir Insight: Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses
Visit Domaine Robert Groffier, tasting the 2017s from cask
One of the gems of Burgundy is Domaine Robert Groffier in Morey-Saint-Denis. Nicolas Groffier took over the vinification around 10 years back - and has improved quality significantly over the years. These are cheerful wines .. both of … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Robert Groffier, tasting the 2017s from cask
Terroir Insight: Domaine Robert Groffier Bonnes Mares
Nicolas Groffier has really improved the quality over the last years - the 2010 vintage was sort of a turning point to me, where he took the step up in the major league. The wines before were also very fine ... but the detail, transparency and … [Read more...] about Terroir Insight: Domaine Robert Groffier Bonnes Mares