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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.7 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 16 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by steinersing on 10/15/2016 & rated 93 points: earthy, forest floor, quite nice - vintage shows a bit. (2117 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 3/4/2016: The Verticals Tasting at La Paulée 2016 (The Fairmont, San Francisco): Browning, some sediment. Green aromas. Slightly bigger than the 2 young vintages. Brown sugar, short finish, and the acid seems high and out of place. A second taste from a different bottle showed better balance and length, but the overall impression was not different-this is awkward, artificial, and probably over the hill. Totally different, more extracted style than currently. The oldest wine at the Verticals and certainly not the best. (3059 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/4/2016: La Paulée de San Francisco - The Verticals (The Fairmont - San Francisco CA): Tasting, brief note. Earthy with mature red fruit. Open and accessible for a 1995 with moderate depth. Other than being from the same plot and owned by the same family, this has little in common with the 2011 and 2012 in the vertical, given the multiple winemaking changes in between. Good for now. (3335 views) | | | Tasted by Burgnick on 9/8/2015 & rated 90 points: The nose and wine had limited offering for a rsv. The nose was muted with only some red fruits. The wine seemed to be one dimensional. It did not really have the freshness and elegance of a rsv. When it was drank side by side with the other big boys, it did not stand out. (2611 views) | | | Tasted by Eubulos on 12/27/2013 & rated 96 points: An impressive experience. For me simply impossible to describe all impressions. Nearly too much, exotic. I think those wines from places like Romanee St.Vivant, if from a good vintage and good producer, are completely apart from the "normal" Burgundy. (3487 views) | | | Tasted by psmith on 1/26/2013 & rated 94 points: Sexy red fruit and spice. Penetrating fruit, with great balance to the palate. Detailed. Very nice. (2534 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 1/26/2013 & rated 90 points: Another Saturday at Knightsbridge - mostly blind (Northbrook, IL): Tasted double blind. Red cherry and forest floor aromas in balance, with background spice hints. Same red cherry flavors, lots of earth, acidity and tannins. Firm, very 1995 from middle to finish, with some nice spice at the very end. (3505 views) | | | Tasted by Sycamore on 4/16/2011 & rated 92 points: Medium-red with some slight bricking. Great eathy aromas. Well-balanced despite the 14% alcohol. I was a bit worried when I cut the capsule and saw some evidence of oxidation (then the cork broke), but the wine was fine -- still very fruity and generous. Excellent bottle overall; will probably easily live on another 10+ years. (2630 views) | | | Tasted by subtlet on 4/16/2011 & rated 90 points: Renaissance Wines 2011 Burgundy Tasting (Renaissance Premium Wines and Cigars, Orenco Station, Oregon): The nose is complex, reminding me of a handful of deep, dark cherries and strawberries sitting on top of some light asphalt. A bit of leather shows on the nose as well. As the wine opens up, the nose also gives up scents of dried fruit. Nice cherry juice appears on the palate, but the tannins get very full and dominate the experience almost immediately. The acidity brings some soft green apple flavors along for the ride, but this still needs some time to let those tannins settle down. (3359 views) | | | Tasted by davidselvia on 12/22/2010 & rated 93 points: Nice. (2408 views) | | | Tasted by BigRed1000 on 9/6/2010 & rated 95 points: Always a winner. Nice Vosne spice and sweet fruit. (2351 views) | | | Tasted by BigRed1000 on 3/9/2010 & rated 93 points: This is always a winner from Noellat. Perfect vosne fruit intermixed with spices and fine tannin. (2239 views) | | | Tasted by Rupert on 3/3/2010: Goedhuis Burgundy Growers Walkaround Tasting (Saatchi Gallery, London SW3): Smells divine, ineffably complex fragrance, a citrus twist, the tannin not sticking out like it usually does in 1995 - an absolute stunner (2881 views) | | | Tasted by scamhi on 2/28/2009: not quite ready for prime time. Drank alongside the 96. The 95 was more meaty and fruit forward. Hold next boittle 5 more years. (2512 views) | | | Tasted by Topper on 8/22/2006 & rated 94 points: This is an underrated burgundy house. Not too many Cellar Trackers seem to have this but it was a great burgundy, drinking fabulously 30 minutes out of the bottle. Ripe cherry aromas and flavors with an earthy/cherry flavor and wonderful intensity of flavor. Really a gem. (2776 views) |
| Alain Hudelot-Noëllat 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.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
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