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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.2 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 20 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Xavier Auerbach on 7/31/2022 & rated 92 points: Fourth bottle from a full case purchased at auction in 2009. Pristine condition. Youthful appearance. It was clear from the outset that this 2005 would need a lot of time - so much more than e.g. the 2002 and 2004 (of which I also had a case each). Now, after 17 years, the tannic structure has finally resolved, and the freshness and youthful tightness (yes, even after three hours in the decanter) clearly derive from the steely acidity alone. The fruit is bright and fresh (citrus and tart red berries), and the finish is long and zesty. With ample oxygen this is now on its plateau of maturity, and it has the balance to continue for decades. It will be very interesting to see how the tertiary complexity develops. (1366 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 11/3/2021: Light red center. Pretty lean, acidic, and tannic right out of the bottle, this quickly perked up in the decanter. Tart, earthy red fruit later joined by blueberry and a significant upswing in texture and volume. Very Chambolle though. This is a 2005 in which the structure owes more to the strong acidity than the tannin, although the latter is certainly present as well. Very good now, maybe with room for modest improvement over the next few years. (1137 views) | | | Tasted by Xavier Auerbach on 2/14/2021 & rated 92 points: Decanted for two hours. It looks like this wine has turned a corner. It is still a bit dusty and tannic, but its silky texture and sensual fruit are starting to show themselves again, as well as a flowing and floral airiness, Length is very good, with a hint of cold tea, but there seems to ne sufficient fruit for further development. I think that this should turn out allright - it may gain a point (or two) in a few years’ time. (1604 views) | | | Tasted by Harley1199 on 10/2/2020: How can a well-known producer use corks of such low quality? Well, that was the first challenge when I came to drink this bottle ... using a lever corkscrew I could only pierce the center of the cork, the rest stuck to the neck of the bottle. It was necessary to decant and filter it immediately. Perhaps it is the way for a wine that is a mixture of two inconsequential first cru.
Beautiful, crystalline colour with ruby tones. Deep earthy aromas, honeysuckle and smoked red currants. Elegant and well defined but not too complex. On the palate it lacks depth but instead offers a good note of acidity, a moderate persistence and a fairly rustic texture. Femininity will have to wait for a less powerful vintage. To add a little injury, my glass broke, losing its base (pictured).
¿Cómo puede ser que un productor considerado de utilice corchos de tan baja calidad? Pues ese fue el primer desafío a la hora de beberme esta botella ... usando un sacacorchos de palanca solo pude perforar el centro del corcho, el resto se quedó pegado al cuello de la botella. Fue necesario decantarlo y filtrarlo de forma inmediata. Quizás sea lo propio para un vino de mezcla de dos terruños primer cru intrascendentes.
Precioso color transparente con tonos rubí. Profundos aromas terrosos, a madreselva y a grosellas rojas ahumadas. Elegantes y bien definidos aunque no demasiado complejos. En boca carece de produndidad pero en cambio ofrece una buena nota de acidez, una moderada persistencia y una textura basten te rústica. La femenidad tendrá que esperar a una añada menos poderosa. Para colmo de males la copa se rompió perdiendo su base (en la foto). (989 views) | | | Tasted by bacchusnyon on 6/21/2020 & rated 94 points: Drank with the 05 Clos Vougeot and Vosne Romanée. I personally preferred this one, but it might be because the other two needed more air. Very slightly perfumed, sweet, honeysuckle and almost "lavender" note. Mid-length finish and round mouthfeel. Slight bricking. (954 views) | | | Tasted by Xavier Auerbach on 3/30/2020 & rated 91 points: Last tasted in 2015, when it was very impressive but also very closed. Five years later, it is still tight and structured, but a certain flavour complexity is developing, and a balance between austerity and charm may still be struck perhaps. But the jury is still out and we are already 15 years into the game. Are we approaching the last innings? (1459 views) | | | Tasted by Xavier Auerbach on 9/6/2015 & rated 93 points: First bottle from a case purchased at Christie's in Amsterdam in 2009. An interesting comparison with the 2004 - the difference is most remarkable. Youthful and bright appearance, little or no evolution; young and closed on the nose, lots of high quality (but low toast) oak, completely primary, mineral and precise, spices, black fruit, hint of tar, flowers, very good depth; powerful and energetic palate, mineral and tightly wound, satiny texture, ripe and finely-grained but grippy tannins, excellent balance and structure; complete finish, smoky oak, very good length. Needs more time, drink 2020+. (3268 views) | | | Tasted by bacchusnyon on 3/2/2015 & rated 89 points: As previous note, but with strong enough reduction to warrant a great deal of aeration. Opens up nicely, rubber, light tar, and strong secondary fruit. (2941 views) | | | Tasted by BurgAndy on 9/1/2014 flawed bottle: Uber concentrated and masculine. Sweet dark purple fruit. Unfortunately, this bottle was so reduced and bretty, rendering it undrinkable. Regardless of the flaw here, this is not my style of Chambolle (3282 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 5/4/2014: Same as before, lovely sweet Chambolle! (3380 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 2/5/2014: Tasted three Confuron, same vintage different terroir. Blind. The Chambolle was the most charming and mature with sweet fruit and an open inviting nose. Same note s last time. (3561 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 9/23/2013: Again a lovely 2005 with totally open nose of spice, chambolle flowers, still some dark fruit and plumpness, very ripe nose. On the palate it is medium bodied with sizzling acidity and msture taninns perfectly combined and integrated with sweet underlying fruit, typical 2005. (1967 views) | | | Tasted by bacchusnyon on 12/26/2012 & rated 90 points: Lovely and expressive wine, sharp flinty or graphite edge, with rounded fruit and almost floral notes. Pretty much ready to drink with a decant or opening of a couple of hours, but should continue to improve for a while. (1824 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 11/11/2012: Again a lovely bottle which stood the test of being open for two days. Sweet fruit and great acidity. Cinnamon and balsamic notes on top of the raspberry fruit. Good balance. This is lovel now but will last for 5-10 years. (1787 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 1/11/2012: Day two this was singing. Very, very sweet fruit, with tremendous acidity and tannins to balance. If this is s sign of how the big Burgs of 2005 will taste, I'm glad that I have some in the cellar. Very classic nose, none of the candy like fruit as in 2000 or 2007, more cold fruit as in 2002 and 1999. (2017 views) | | | Tasted by BobJohnson1 on 12/26/2011: Ruby. Heavy reduction. Some sweet red fruit and the beginnings of a nice texture. Should have decanted. Not drinking well at the moment. (1796 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 9/22/2011: A bit closed, but very clean and reductive. Some new wood, but also bright lifted cherry fruit. On the palate it is considerably more fruity and sweeter than the nose would suggest. The sweetness sits far back in the mouth though, a sign that this is still closed. I would think this could be a sweet and friendly 2005 in 2-3 years time. Good suprise! (1771 views) | | | Tasted by Retil on 5/13/2011 & rated 89 points: Light clear ruby colour, nose roses and slight reductive element. Palate quite tight early but opened up after 1 hour. Gamey mushroomy blackberry rose elements with decent balance and balanced acid. Finishes well with pleasant aftertaste. (1588 views) | | | Tasted by UTPK on 3/23/2010: Clear, bright ruby. Smokes nose, a bit of wood and sulphur. Very reductive nose of primary fruit. Reminds me of the barrel sample I had of this wines some years ago! A bit lean, no doubt closing down, typical for the vintage. I really hope all the 2005 have enough fruit to counter for the tannins... (1654 views) |
| Jean-Jacques Confuron Producer website
Clos de Vougeot: The grapes for this Grand Cru come from a 0.5-hectare plot of vines that were planted in 1962. Confuron's plot is located in the upper part of the vineyard, behind the castle. Aged in barrels for 15 to 18 months (80% new oak). Average production of 2,000 bottles per year.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.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
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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