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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 10 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by SeattleKen on 12/26/2023: Allred hits it. My bottle seems very much the same. Quite nice for Hautes Cotes de Nuits, as most examples I taste seem thinner and from cooler territory. With global warming, in 20 years, HCN may taste like Beaune— or Sonoma. 😉 The mineral edge and transparency does remind me of Beaune so maybe this is a precocious wine. This also benefits hugely with 20-30 minutes of air when a perfumy quality starts coming out. The next night, the second half under Coravin was wafting sweet cherries everywhere and was quite a bit more forward. A nice calling card to the Lamarche style— now let’s get to those bottles of Suchots and Malconsorts. 😉 (250 views) | | | Tasted by AllRed on 9/16/2023: Popped and poured shortly before dinner was served and followed over two hours. Pale ruby color. Aromas of cherry, sage and underbrush. There are also hints of warm spice and tart red berry fruit as well. Medium bodied, with flavors of cherry, red currant and something a little riper, more generous, but not overdone. There is also a really nice mineral streak as well. (445 views) | | | Tasted by khmark7 on 8/2/2023 & rated 87 points: Needs a little time in the glass. Somewhat neutral and I agree with a previous note that stated this was similar to a German Pinot Noir. Not getting all the wild underbrush notes that I enjoy....maybe a little more ripe than expected. (390 views) | | | Tasted by AudunG on 11/11/2022 & rated 86 points: Sofisticated and toasty barrel aromas, together with some earthy notes. Harder to find the fruit aromas. On the palate the wine is firm and structured, but lacks fruit and generousity. Maybe it needs more time, I am not sure. (727 views) | | | Tasted by Wineoptics on 8/13/2020 & rated 88 points: Tasted blind.
The color was rather dark and the aroma had a clash of sulfite/struck match at first whiff. Ripe cherries/strawberries with a herbal undertone. Maybe a pinch of horseradish/licorice?
The palate had very sappy, dark fruits. Rather dry, almost coarse. Leaning towards medium-bodied with a light recurring tinge of the sulfite.
While Pinot Noir as a varietal was on the table, I was guessing more towards Baden rather than Burgundy. Especially being a 2017, the color is surprisingly dark and the fruit appears more warn(think 2015).
Fact remains, that it is a well-made, sturdy wine that does weigh above its mere “Hautes Cotes de Nuits” designation. (1453 views) | | | Tasted by rossi.wine on 1/7/2019 & rated 87 points: Fresh and pure, not overly generous or complex, a little lean. Quite spicy, a little floral, medium length. 86-88 (1977 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 7/2/2018: Domaine Lamarche Visit and Tasting (Day 9, Visit 2) (Vosne-Romanée): Barrel tasting at the domaine. Bright red with sweet hints and moderate weight and overall good balance. Will drink well young. (2228 views) |
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Burghound, Jan-19, Issue #73
(Domaine François Lamarche Bourgogne-Hautes Côtes de Nuits Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Neal Martin
Vinous, 2017 Burgundy: A Modern Classic (Jan 2019) (1/1/2019)
(Domaine François Lamarche Bourgogne Hautes Côtes De Nuits Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, 2017: The Vintage Report (Côte de Nuits) (11/1/2018)
(Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, Domaine François Lamarche, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Tim Atkin MW
Decanter, Burgundy 2017 Generic (10/27/2018)
(Domaine François Lamarche, Bourgogne, Hautes Côtes de Nuits, Burgundy, France, Red) Subscribe to see review text. |
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| Domaine Francois Lamarche Producer WebsitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comBurgundy Les vins de Bourgogne (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne) (and in English)
Burgundy - The province of eastern France, famous for its red wines produced from Pinot Noir and its whites produced from Chardonnay. (Small of amounts of Gamay and Aligoté are still grown, although these have to be labeled differently.) The most famous part of the region is known as the Cote d'Or (the Golden Slope). It is divided into the Cote de Beaune, south of the town of Beaune (famous principally for its whites), and the Cote de Nuits, North of Beaune (home of the most famous reds). In addition, the Cote Chalonnaise and the Maconnais are important wine growing regions, although historically a clear level (or more) below the Cote d'Or. Also included by some are the regions of Chablis and Auxerrois, farther north.
Burgundy Report | Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne - na stejné téma od Heleny Baker
# 2013 Vintage Notes:
* "2013 is a vintage that 20 years ago would have been a disaster." - Will Lyons
* "low yields and highly variable reds, much better whites." - Bill Nanson
* "Virtually all wines were chaptalised, with a bit of sugar added before fermentation to increase the final alcohol level." - Jancis Robinson
# 2014 Vintage Notes:
"We have not had such splendid harvest weather for many years. This will ensure high quality (fragrant, classy and succulent are words already being used) across the board, up and down the hierarchy and well as consistently from south to north geographically apart from those vineyards ravaged by the hail at the end of June." - Clive Coates
# 2015 Vintage Notes:
"Low yields and warm weather allowed for ample ripeness, small berries and an early harvest. Quality is looking extremely fine, with some people whispering comparisons with the outstanding 2005 vintage. Acid levels in individual wines may be crucial." - Jancis Robinson
# 2017 Vintage Notes:
"Chablis suffered greatly from frost in 2017, resulting in very reduced volumes. As ever, the irony seems to be that what remains is very good quality, as it is in the Côte d’Or. Cooler nights across the region have resulted in higher-than-usual acidity, with good conditions throughout the harvest season allowing for ripe, healthy fruit." - Jancis Robinson
# 2018 Vintage Notes:
"The most successful region for red Burgundy in 2018 was the Côte de Beaune. The weather was ideal in this area, with just enough sunlight and rain to produce perfectly balanced wines naturally." - Vinfolio
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