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 Vintage2005 Label 1 of 4 
(NOTE: Label borrowed from 2004 vintage.)
TypeRed
ProducerNicolas Potel (web)
VarietyPinot Noir
DesignationVieilles Vignes
Vineyardn/a
CountryFrance
RegionBurgundy
SubRegionCôte de Nuits
AppellationCôte de Nuits Villages

Drinking Windows and Values
Drinking window: Drink between 2008 and 2012 (based on 4 user opinions)
Wine Market Journal quarterly auction price: See Potel Cote de Nuits Villages Vieilles Vignes on the Wine Market Journal.

Community Tasting History

Community Tasting Notes (average 89.5 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 19 notes) - hiding notes with no text

 Tasted by weezie on 6/27/2021 & rated 92 points: Still delivering. Definitely rustic in character, with a fair bit of sediment. Was ready to drink out of the bottle, but did open up and soften a bit with air. Paired well with both the grilled filet mignon (expected) and the grilled short ribs and Wagyu (unexpected). (354 views)
 Tasted by weezie on 12/21/2020 & rated 92 points: Similar to prior notes. (354 views)
 Tasted by weezie on 3/7/2020 & rated 93 points: A charming Cote de Nuits Villages. Each bottle I’ve had has been better than the last, and each glass has improved with air. A really enjoyable wine that clearly rewarded patience. That said, I plan to drink my final three bottles soon as I don’t see this getting much better from here. (415 views)
 Tasted by weezie on 1/16/2020 & rated 92 points: Similar to my prior note, although there seemed to bit more noticeable age on this bottle (or I just didn’t pick up on this on the last one). The color showed some of the characteristic brown hues you would expect from an aged burgundy. Drank from a few Coravin pulls, and was ready to drink straight out of the bottle. Based on all of this, I’d say drink up! (463 views)
 Tasted by weezie on 11/9/2019 & rated 92 points: Very good- surprisingly so given the reviews to date. Fruit features prominently on the nose, as well as hints of wood, forest and some saltiness. Smooth, with soft cherry and blackberry notes on the palate. Very Burgundian- a touch soft, probably owing to the old vines. Very, very easy to drink. Held up well enough with steak, but has versatility to pair well with many options within red burgundy’s range. (435 views)
 Tasted by drfloyd on 5/5/2019: Drinking well now - the 2005 fruit is back - solid and showing few signs of age... (412 views)
 Tasted by Pinot1313 on 6/23/2018 & rated 90 points: REBUY - Yes, had with salmon. Nice aromatic nose, with red fruits and good balance. Long finish. Hope I have more of it. (502 views)
 Tasted by chbeaumont on 8/12/2017 & rated 88 points: This retains vigour & presence; there are unresolved tannins & it has a rustic feel. Finished our half the bottle, the next evening & it was holding up well. Certainly no rush to drink, but no expect it to transform into a wine of charm (646 views)
 Tasted by concord on 10/1/2015: Fully mature, should consider drinking up (985 views)
 Tasted by drfloyd on 3/20/2014 & rated 89 points: Not sure why I thought this might be drinking well now but pulled from the cellar. Popped and poured - nose is tight but opens with time. Big structure - tonnes of fruit balanced with zippy acidity and a fair amount of tannins. This needs at least three more years - probably five. Its a solid wine but is not really in its prime drinking window. Was fun to drink w/ a steak though. Looking forward to drink the next one in three years. (1236 views)
 Tasted by concord on 1/8/2012: Very young, closed at first, tannins and acidity, hopefully will improve with more time. (1827 views)
 Tasted by drfloyd on 9/5/2011 & rated 87 points: opened for a few hours - nose is still a bit tight - maybe needs a few more years? alcohol peaks out a bit also. The fruit needs to wake up and the wine should fill out - I'll give it a few more hours but will wait on the other bottles. not a great showing. (1735 views)
 Tasted by ruffsurf on 11/9/2008 & rated 86 points: VERY high toned fruit. This is just too young. Wait at least 2 years to give it a chance. Bright, puckering. Balanced but no underbrush and depth. A youngster. (1865 views)
 Tasted by gdbarton1@gmail.com on 6/25/2008: Medium/light rose burgundy. Spicy red fruit, cherry and acid nose. Medium bodied, acid, muddled red fruit, atringent finish.
Lacks definition and clear flavors. (1536 views)
 Tasted by lightning on 3/8/2008 & rated 87 points: Gentle cherry nose, followed through on the palate, good structure, notable acidity. (1703 views)
 Tasted by cgrimes on 2/24/2008 & rated 88 points: Cote D'Or Burgundies with Bill Nesto (Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH): Dark ruby color. Nose of black cherry, spice. Similar palate with some earthiness. Moderate tannins. Good but not completely integrated. May improve with some bottle aging. (1878 views)
 Tasted by drdebs on 1/29/2008 & rated 86 points: Sweet cherry fruit with lush candied notes in the aromas. Good structure, but fruit somewhat muted. (1343 views)

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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.

Vieilles Vignes

Old Vine/Vieilles Vignes (Wikipedia)

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.com

Burgundy

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

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