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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.4 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 11 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by GrapeScott on 11/27/2020 & rated 88 points: From Coravin. Deep purple color, dark for pinot. Red fruit aromas of cranberry and pomegranate, with some mineral notes. Big and extracted, with very firm tannins at 20+ years out. A chewy wine, old school Volnay, which does not show much of the vintage’s appealing character (as Meadows said, more ‘98 than ‘99). With air it begins to show some elegant bing cherry notes but they remain eclipsed by a wall of tannin. Long finish of tart cranberry skins. Hold and hope for the best. (761 views) | | | Tasted by Frijole on 4/6/2017: leathery brownish plum red, cloudy, brickish hue
Nose: raspberry, cranberries, vanilla, caramel, chocolate, thyme, tar, leather, tobacco, white pepper, earth, rosemary, green pepper, oak
Pal: raspberry, cranberries, cola, vanilla, chocolate, dust, green pepper, tobacco, leather, white pepper, wet earth, rosemary, toasted oak
Feel: medium, full, tart, acidic
Finish: long
TC8 (could be a 9 in a couple of years)
C thinks this is closed and needs some time (1525 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 9/7/2014: Light red center. Faded cherry fruit and some anise. Lighter weight but terrific mouthfilling intensity and penetration due to brisk but not obtrusive acidity. Little if any oak, one of the more precise Potel wines I can recall with its tart, lively red fruit, and a finish that is drenched in soil and minerality-very Taillepieds! Really an excellent example of Volnay and a far more positive impression than I had last year with my first bottle. (2612 views) | | | Tasted by Old Claret on 6/26/2014 & rated 93 points: Fresh fruit, good balance. A lovely drink! (2508 views) | | | Tasted by jal on 2/16/2014 & rated 93 points: Gorgeous perfumed nose of violets and cherries, on the palate, this is elegant and seamless with a lovely texture and nice acidity. One of the rare 99 Burgs that already delivers pleasure. Food pairing was not the greatest as we ordered Lebanese food on a snowy night but the wine was great before and after the food. (2845 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 2/8/2013: Medium red. Anise aromas. Light to medium bodied. Black fruit and creosote, not particularly prominent acidity, and somewhat more fleshy and less mineral than the very best Taillepieds. Good but unexciting. (2501 views) | | | Tasted by dpolivy on 1/7/2013 & rated 90 points: DRC Tasting Group (Cafe Veloce): Tasted blind. Funky, earthy nose, but quite elegant and balanced body. (1915 views) | | | Tasted by drycab on 9/28/2012: A great Volnay that was supposed to be shot! Went very well with the braised veal chops at the table! (1493 views) | | | Tasted by larsth on 7/12/2011 & rated 91 points: Lovely pinot nose. Lots of red fruit and still pure silky Volnay fruit with beginning secondary aromas. Drinking good now. (1662 views) | | | Tasted by kenthargis on 3/24/2010 & rated 88 points: Next up on our quest to find burgudies we enjoy, but that aren't outrageously priced. This certainly was more full bodied, less feminine, less earthy than many we have had recently. That being said, I would take an '05 Patz and Hall Pisoni vineyard any day over this. (1515 views) | | | Tasted by vendange on 2/1/2007 & rated 90 points: Wonderful nose of dark cherry fruit, sage, camphor, and some toast/spice. Tangy, sweet, vibrant cherry-strawberry fruit of medium density on the palate that carries deep into the finish. Still a bit constrained and tight on the close; this wine is probably 4-5 years away from top drinking. This adds up to more than the sum of its parts.
P.S. Just read ST's TN which mentioned chocolate and now that I read that, I agree... (2059 views) |
| Nicolas Potel Producer website
Nicolas Potel set as wine négociant in 1996 and continued through to 2009 when he left to set up his new Domaine Potel. The business is now fully run by the Cottin brothers who have financed the operation since 2002.
The following Burgundy Report article from 2009 covers more detail;http://www.burgundy-report.com/summer-2009/maison-nicolas-potel-2009-update-2007s/ Pinot 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.Taillepieds On weinlagen.infoFrance 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 Beaune
Côte de Beaune (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne)
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