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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.7 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 16 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by 5laton on 7/1/2022: Utterly delicious and seemingly at peak, with ghostly pale red fruit and rose petal fragrance. 2010s are so fantastic, and I sadly didn't buy enough. (469 views) | | | Tasted by LW31 on 10/14/2021: Classic Volnay nose, lovely sweet red fruit with charming finish on the palate. Good now. (683 views) | | | Tasted by Cote d'Or on 9/23/2021: Tasted over 2 hrs
-med dark red minimal clearing
-moderately expressive black cherry funk wet stone
-med/med+ acidity, med/med- weight focused moderately concentrated fading cherry with creamy top note finishing with med/med- earthy tannins soft oak and a saline note
-quite good if just a bit on the modern end of the spectrum manifesting as a bit more lush than most village Volnays (575 views) | | | Tasted by Eric Anderson on 12/16/2020: Lovely nose of sweet and savory notes. Delicious on the palate and nice long flavorful finish. This is in a perfect place right now, but will continue to improve for years to come. (683 views) | | | Tasted by Cote d'Or on 11/25/2019: Tasted over 3 hrs
-med red minimal clearing
-fragrant sweet violet creamy red fruit
-med+ acidity, med weight sappy exuberant creamy berry earth, moderately long finish has a sweet oak element that culminates with a med bitter tannic streak
-probably on its plateau now, good Volnay typicity with some of the energy if not the minerality typical of the vintage, the wood is not excessive but it adds a sweetness and some extra tannin that together may make this a little awkward after a few more years of bottle age (950 views) | | | Tasted by GDa202 on 12/27/2018 & rated 92 points: Wonderful villages Volnay. Drinking beautifully now. Stunning red fruit nose. Soft and elegant. I would say “quaffable” but that may upset some. Red fruits, a touch of cherry, a little mushroom character, length with fine tannins and good, but soft, acidity. (882 views) | | | Tasted by Thellie on 4/15/2018: Color is relatively light with a clear rim, appropriate for an 8-year old Volnay. Balanced from beginning to end: classic Volnay nose, elegant mid-palate, and fine tannins and acid on the moderate finish—really an excellent expression of 2010 Volnay Villages. I doubt if it will improve—it seems ready to drink. (934 views) | | | Tasted by Vini Ciclismo on 3/25/2015 & rated 89 points: Deep bright ruby red.
Lovely sweet ripe red berries with damson and violet florals.
Medium weight, very smooth and lush. Excellent ripe fruit intensity, mostly red but partly dark with some black cherry and damson. Finishes softly with very fine soft tannins, a bit atypical, but with firm acidity. Drinks well now but not obviously for keeping. (1773 views) | | | Tasted by yossarian.livez on 5/10/2014 & rated 86 points: Berry and licorice nose. Cherry with a bit of licorice on the palate, but restrained. Medium-light bodied and very crisp and pure. Medium acid. Modest length. (1876 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 5/9/2014: Medium ruby. Anise aromatics. Light, crisp, precise and very Volnay in character. Fine AC wine that could still use a few years. (1696 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 7/26/2013: Light ruby. Slightly chemical, acetone nose. Better in the mouth but fairly neutral black fruit. Light weight, quickly fades. I've got to think this was a compromised bottle since I liked it more than this in February. (1858 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 5/25/2013 & rated 88 points: Another Saturday at Knightsbridge - mostly blind (Northbrook, IL): Lots of fresh fruit and great spice, a bit of pronounced oak that needs another year to integrate. Lots of everything for its level, very charming. (2342 views) | | | Tasted by tooch on 4/11/2013 & rated 85 points: Fine Vines & Acute Angle Wines Tasting (Domaine Wine Storage - Chicago, IL): Shockingly high amounts of oak influence here. Hardly even got a whiff of Volnay. The fruit was rich and nicely balanced, but it was hard for me to get passed the overwhelming char, vanilla, and smoke notes. If the oak dissipates, this could be a lot nicer. (1822 views) | | | Tasted by Bourolo on 3/23/2013 & rated 91 points: Fantastic wine that improved over de following hours after opening. Very recommended! (968 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 2/1/2013: Medium ruby. High toned black fruit. Lighter weight (as Volnay should be), gorgeous mixture of the fruit and licorice, very precise as it is well endowed with mouthwatering acidity without tartness. Definitely above class as a village wine. Better in 2 or 3 years. (1091 views) |
| 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 Beaune
Côte de Beaune (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne)
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