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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.9 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 36 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 1/28/2024 & rated 96 points: Pronounced nose intensity with notes of red fruit, green bell pepper, cherry, spices, toast. Medium acidity and medium tannin. Drinking at its peak. Will not improve anymore. (399 views) | | | Tasted by RobinTeo on 1/28/2024 & rated 94 points: The one with Luca Roagna (Teochew Paradise): Very generously shared by ST. Identifiable chambolle on the nose with high toned red fruit concentration, crushed violets and velvety layers of red fruit yet also broody and darker in profile - when it was revealed to be Les Cras, it all made sense. While it had all the hallmarks of a great chambolle, I don't think this escaped the greenness of 04 but it was not quite overbearing as I'd imagined. There is noticeable capsicum, angelica root, peat and unriped vegetables in the background yet it does not overtake the fruit. Finish had good length as well as a sense of elegance. (199 views) | | | Tasted by Theamateurwinesnob on 1/22/2024: My friend brought this bottle and served it to me double blind. The bar was too dark so could hardly tell the color, but it looked like Pinot noir. Initially, some animalistic earthiness, beautifully fragrant red fruit, strawberry, cherry, and floral notes. On the palate, highly tart and acidic but could tell there was some age on it. Some underripe greenness. Good concentration and long finish. Obviously very well made. I guessed 2004 or 2007 Chambolle. Rarely get to drink wines blind, and as my CT handle denotes, I’m a complete amateur so really surprised myself! The wine seemed to get better on the palate as the evening went on. Yes, it had the marks of the vintage, but it was still elegant and enjoyable. (361 views) | | | Tasted by Cohowino on 11/3/2022 & rated 93 points: A pristine bottle from Thatcher Wines. This is such pure, elegant, energetic, floral, sappy pinot noir. Classic Chambolle. Definitely showing prominent sap / pine tar, but not at all off-putting or over-bearing. It is for sure not too 2004. If someone handed you a glass and told you it was ‘07 or ‘10, most Burg lovers would love it. Great stuff, especially for the vintage. (945 views) | | | Tasted by BenBlu on 11/30/2021 & rated 86 points: (blind) Suprised to see the high TN on CT by some reviewers for this wine. This wine was totally true to vintage and also totally unanimously on this evening the worst wine of the 99-11 vertical. Green, lean, vegetale, Neal Martin remarked like some crushed ladybirds went into it, quite literally. Avoid... Nobody actually drank their small pour. (1772 views) | | | Tasted by AValdes on 7/2/2021 & rated 92 points: Very good. Quick decant as this was PnP. No green notes. Just tasty juice all around. (1582 views) | | | Tasted by Burgnick on 5/25/2020 flawed bottle: Very green and dirty. Flawed bottle. (2181 views) | | | Tasted by steinersing on 3/28/2020 & rated 94 points: With time developed nicely - not a hint of unripe greens here. Credit to plot and winemaker both really shining through. More elegant than Long but very good. (2151 views) | | | Tasted by RayOB on 4/25/2019 & rated 96 points: Drank at 67
Incredible complex nose with dark brooding fruits and spice with a little bit of bell pepper. Wonderful deep smooth palate. Yum (2159 views) | | | Tasted by Raage on 8/29/2018 & rated 91 points: CdV
Un robe bien claire, très bourgogne, de belle facture. Mon attente etait assez ambivalente, entre wouah “les Cras de Roumier” et Ouhh “C'est 2004!”. Autant dire qu'à l'ouverture, j'ai d'abord retrouvé la froideur du millésime, le style végétal (petits pois), métallique au nez, même si derrière un fruité pointait timidement. Beaucoup de finesse en bouche, de l'allonge pour un vin tout en nuances et en délicatesse, en fraicheur. Peu à peu il a perdu de son austérité aromatique, une fraise légère s'est imiscée pour supplanter mes apriori.
Pas impressionnant à l'arrivée, mais relativement réussi sur une année difficile et bien souvent décevante.
On ne devrait pas trop tarder à les boire (2/3 ans).
91/92 (2068 views) | | | Tasted by brubron on 7/30/2018: When I first poured this wine I thought, oh no! The color was a muddy rust. It looked terrible. But, surprisingly, there still was quite a bit of flavor and balance to it, and it ended up being lovely old Burgundy with the roasted quail.
I don’t know why it looked so funky - perhaps a marginal cork. But I suspect one should drink this 2004 now none the less. (2013 views) | | | Tasted by beachbum on 5/3/2018: cras vertical, and I think it suffered a bit with the other vintages all around, but a very nice wine.... it did have a hint of 2004, but only that there was more than just red fruit, it was not as powerful or pure as 05/01, but if you opened this up on its own it would complement a savory dish very well, has acids and tannin with leafy fruit notes, not showing much age, I think I would start to drink now but +10 still fine (1905 views) | | | Tasted by Collector1855 on 11/5/2017 & rated 96 points: During a La Paulée lunch, so only brief impressions. Wow, this one did much better than two years ago. It really impressed with smokey terroir, game, musk, stems, cranberry, great depth and length. (3016 views) | | | Tasted by YoRi on 4/21/2017 & rated 92 points: Malheureusement j'ai tardé à écrire mes notes.
Une bouteille pour laquelle j'avais des attentes élevées.
Ouverte, décanté et carafé, peu de lie retenue dans la bouteille. Le vin se présente bien, dans des teintes de rouge écrevisse, peu soutenu, limpide, le disque est quasi translucide. Le vin est demeuré en carafe environ une heure avant consomation à 16C.
Le nez est ouvert, expressif. sois-bois, champignon, puis fraises fraichement écrasées, herbes aromatiques (sauge et thym).
En bouche, le vin poursuit sur les mêmes notes, c'est aérien, les tanins sont soyeux et bien dosés, l'acidité se percoit surtout dans une longue finale qui fait saliver. À ce stade seulement, je note ce vin 93.
Le lendemain, le vin a perdu 80% de sa structure et de sa complexité.
Important lors de l'ouverture du millésime 2005, à boire aussitot ouverte.
Tout de même, une belle expérience sensorielle, en bouche particulièrement. (2615 views) | | | Tasted by Collector1855 on 11/14/2015 & rated 93 points: Tasted at a La Paulee Lunch. Medium garnet. Nose of red fruit predominantly with lots of spices, cloves, raspberry, grape stalks. Very good entry on the palate, builds up spicy with racy acidity. Nice red fruit finish. 93+ (4119 views) | | | Tasted by justburg on 9/25/2015 & rated 87 points: Freddy Mugnier dinner at Jade Palace. Last minute addition as an extra bottle, and I'm glad I opted to serve this first as this was totally overshadowed by the Mugniers that were about to follow. Heavy bricking all around, this seemed very mature. Hints of dark violets, sour cherries and pomegranate, but heavily influenced by a rather annoying herbaceouness and medicinal like character. I love the 2004s actually, but this is not an example of a well made 2004 Burgundy. And so it showed on the palate as well - rather one dimensional, with some hints of floral Chambolle like characteristics, but again overwhelmed by tea, medicine, herbs and wet leaf. Decent structure though, and held pretty consistently in the glass, without going downhill (as compared to some of the Mugniers), but no upside on this for sure. (3731 views) | | | Tasted by etyc on 9/25/2015: All our wines for this Mugnier-themed dinner was single-blind, except for this. This was inserted as a "surprise" bottle, and double-blind. We were asked if it's Mugnier? And if it's Chambolle? This started with a classic Pinot nose with same age - dried flowers, little spice, tea. Rustic but beautiful structure on the palate, with dark-fruits, smoke. It had that little stem note that added to the overall complexity. The nose held till the very end of dinner. Wonderful! (3890 views) | | | Tasted by Paul D on 7/24/2015 & rated 91 points: Pale/medium garnet core, pale garnet/mahogany rim. Nose shows sweet red fruit, spice, florals, touches of smoke and white pepper. Medium bodied, red fruit, florals, soft even silky tannin on the mid-palate, quite generous, balanced acids, surprisingly long with a touch of white pepper at the end. Harmonious, ready, good for the vintage. (3317 views) | | | Tasted by gris on 7/23/2015 & rated 93 points: Cherries meet mushrooms on the nose; light on its feet yet a powerful, rich ending. A beautiful wine without any trace of green meanies. It was the favorite wine of the evening among the blind tasting group: one taster was able to narrow it down to Chambolle-Musigny; group was unanimous that it was a red Burgundy. Others picked up a Cote de Beaune-type nose. Feminine and absolutely beautiful. Much, much better than the very tight bottle I had a year and a half ago. No hurry to drink. (2705 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 5/17/2015 & rated 92 points: Lovely full and open nose of dark fruit, herbs , campfire and subtle spice. The green note is there but in a good way. Fully open on the palate. Dense with a fruitcake note and medium finish with fine tannin. Very fine today (2432 views) | | | Tasted by Sotto325 on 3/26/2015 & rated 92 points: A very refined, deep, dense wine. Very well structured and ready to drink. Not a typical CM in fruitier vintages, but a solid, enjoyable 2004 with breeding. No decant required.
Lots of foresty, earthy underpinnings with dark cherry/peat/ a little smoke/autumn leaves/ wet wood all in a less complex and certainly less Chambolle round fruit package. Thoroughly enjoyable. (2138 views) | | | Tasted by Burgnick on 12/18/2014 & rated 92 points: Bought this bottle upon release at $85. The nose was a little closed when it was first opened. It slowly evolved with smoky bacon, dark fruits, meat and hint of oak. This bottle had no greenness which was a pleasant surprise. Great effort for the vintage. This wine is not like a typical CM. It was more powerful. Drink up if you have it. (2312 views) | | | Tasted by Andrewbdc on 10/25/2014 & rated 92 points: Clear, dark tawny red, wide amber rim. Clean nose, red fruits, liquorice, hint of violets, forest floor. Medium palate, coats the mouth, acid backbone still evident, tannins very soft, delicately spicy, very supple. Very long finish. Excellent wine but not sure it will improve further. Definitely worth giving it a decent amount of time with air. (2051 views) | | | Tasted by gris on 1/13/2014 & rated 91 points: First night it was tight; second night you could make out the hint of fresh-cut grass wrapped in velvet. Nice acidity; a touch of meatiness at the end. Good finish. I look forward to trying this again in 2015 and then 2016 and beyond, although doubt I'd be able to wait a year for the next bottle. A young, young wine in my book. (2608 views) | | | Tasted by dcwino on 5/21/2012 & rated 88 points: Chabolle Musigny Dinner at Lavandou (Lavandou, Washington DC): Clean and warm cherry fruit, caramel with the usual 04 green. Clearly fresher than the Faiveley Combe d'Orveau but another wine with noticeable green. YMMV per sensitivity to pyrazine. (4460 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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Vinous, Domaine Georges Roumier Part 2: Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras 1er Cru (Nov 2022) (11/1/2022)
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View From the Cellar, May/Jun 2010, Issue #27, Domaine Georges Roumier’s Superb Chambolle-Musigny “Les Cras”
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View From the Cellar, Mar/Apr 2009, Issue #20, The 2004 Red and White Burgundy Vintages
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Vinous, March/April 2007, IWC Issue #131
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Vinous, March/April 2006, IWC Issue #125
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| Domaine G. Roumier / Christophe Roumier 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.Les Cras Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras Premier Cru
Two lieux dits to St-Veran. One in Prissé the other one near to it in Davayé
In VougeotFrance 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
Côte de Nuits on weinlagen.infoChambolle-Musigny 1er CruChambolle-Musigny is one of the smallest appellations of the Côte de Nuits, although given the tiny, fragmented nature of Burgundy vineyards, it manages to fit two exceptional Grand Crus (Bonnes Mares and Le Musigny) and a couple of dozen Premieres Crus. These wines are known for delicacy and tend to be light in body, but concentrated and with fragrent bouquets. The critic Robert M. Parker Jr. quotes French poet Gaston Roupnel as likening the region's wines to "silk and lace."
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Di Giancarlo marino: comunque. Les Noirottes è un cru situato quasi al centro di Chambolle, subito ad est di Bonnes Mares, ed è confinante tra gli altri con i 1er cru Les Baudes (segnalo quello di H. Lignier), Les Sentieres (segnalo quello di R. Groffier), e aux Beaux Bruns (molto citato dalla stampa quello di D. Mortet, io preferisco quello di Ghislaine Barthod). Pur essendo ben situato, questo 1er cru non mi risulta aver mai dato vini di particolare pregio. Per chi ama e cerca lo "spirito" vero di Chambolle, oltre allo scontato Les Amoureuses (notevoli quelli di De Vogue, Roumier, Groffier, Amiot-Servelle...) ed a quelli già citati, consiglio Les Cras di G. Roumier e Ghislaine Barthod, Derrier la Grange di Amiot-Servelle, Haut Doix di Groffier. Volendo scegliere tra i Village, sono tutti buoni quelli di Groffier, Ghislaine Barthod e Roumier, produttori che eccellono regolarmente anche nelle denominazioni minori. Volendo parlare di Chambolle, occorrerà prima o poi dire qualcosa anche dei grand cru: la mia passione per i Bonnes Mares è nota ai miei amichetti sciagattati.
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