2004 Sylvain Cathiard Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Aux Murgers |
| Vintage | 2004 |  | |
| Type | Red | ||
| Producer | Sylvain Cathiard | ||
| Variety | Pinot Noir | ||
| Designation | n/a | ||
| Vineyard | Aux Murgers | ||
| Country | France | ||
| Region | Burgundy | ||
| SubRegion | Côte de Nuits | ||
| Appellation | Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru |
| Drinking Windows and Values |
| Drinking window: Drink between 2011 and 2018 (based on 4 user opinions) | |
| Wine Market Journal quarterly auction price: See Sylvain Cathiard Nuits St. Georges aux Murgers on the Wine Market Journal. |
| Community Tasting History |
Community Tasting Notes (average and median of 91 pts. in 23 notes) | |
| Tasted by BenBlu on 7/1/2021 & rated 92 points: Served blind. Some blueberry yogurt on the nose. Good earth but also fruit on the palate. A vintage defying 04. Well done here! (1354 views) | |
| Tasted by bevetroppo on 4/12/2018 & rated 91 points: Several days later from memory. Classy and restrained, showing beautiful dark fruits, mushroom and turned earth on a largely plush palate. A very sophisticated glass, while at the same time expressing a touch of brawn. In a beautiful place right now with no end in sight. (2274 views) | |
| Tasted by JulianSkeels on 2/3/2017 & rated 91 points: I find that Cathiard did well in 2004, and this is a good example. A touch of oak on the nose may not be to everyone's taste, but lovely tertiary and earthy notes also come through. Becomes sweeter with air but plenty of earthiness and interest here, although not the deepest or longest. I would drink from now and for the next 10yrs. 91-92pts. (2647 views) | |
| Tasted by brooklynguy on 1/24/2016: Interesting. The wine is delicious, with rich and ripe fruit, almost roasty, it is well balanced and with a great mouth feel and with good intensity and depth. There is a prominent oak influence, but it does not intrude on the wine's fruit expression or make the structure feel too hard. It's well made and good wine. Musky, in a good way. The problem, for me - and it is a style issue, not a quality issue, is that I don't find the wine to express anything in terms of terroir. There is nothing in here that speaks to me of Nuits St George, not the way you find In the north-of-the-village Chevillon wines or Gouges, for example. Stylistically, this is not my thing. (3933 views) | |
| Tasted by Sotto325 on 7/6/2015 & rated 93 points: Just perfect drinking now. While an off vintage,this wine has evolved to the place place where burgundy wants to be: aged red fruits, especially strawberry and raspberry, dried leaves ,paler red color with a hint of tawny overtones; a long finish with sophisticated nervy red currant and raspberry veins, and a perfume of the Nuits St Georges that rarely emerges early. (3534 views) | |
| Tasted by bevetroppo on 3/29/2015 & rated 92 points: Day later from memory. Soaring nose with dark red and black fruits, seemed almost more Vosne in character on first impression. I wasn't sure so I checked and was pleased to confirm that Murgers is on the northern side of NSG and not too far from the corner of Vosne. Rather be lucky than good. A real mouthful of wine, bold, a touch rustic, sweet ripe fruit again with hints of earth and mushroom. Beautiful now with no obvious end in sight. (3114 views) | |
| Tasted by macker100 on 1/12/2015 & rated 90 points: Musky blackberries on nose. Very plummy with touches of spice. Solid '04. (2165 views) | |
| Tasted by WoodieBayArea on 8/3/2014 & rated 89 points: had over two nights, this wine wasn't bad or off-putting but it just wasn't pleasing, there was some density to it (i.e. it wasn't light or watery), fruit was there in the background - mostly red as best i could tell, but there was a strange (wood spice?) flavor profile that just wasn't enjoyable, not quite the "green monster" stuff u often get with '04 burgs but could have been a cousin thereof (2103 views) | |
| Tasted by Cote d'Or on 3/28/2014: Friday tasting, PopnPour tasted over an hour -semi-translucent med red with some early browning -very expressive and pretty aromatics, fresh, stemmy, minimal green -med acidity, spicy darker red fruits of med concentration/weight along with some earthy mature elements, moderately complex and long with touch of oak, dried out tannins -overall excellent, not overly affected with pyrazines but concerning that tannins are so dried out, would drink sooner than later (1739 views) | |
| Tasted by Morten Overwien Sletten on 12/7/2013: Jeg luftet ikke vinen, men helte godsakene rett opp i glasset. Vinen hadde ganske høy aromaintensitet. Rød frukt danset ut av glasset. Bringebær, jordbær og etter hvert lyse, syltede kirsebær. Litt fattoner og florale toner som er med på å definere begrepet feminin vin. Fantastisk vin, tenkte jeg. Og jeg hadde ennå ikke smakt på den. Høy smaksintensitet i en frisk vin med moden og integrert tanninstruktur. Sursøte kirsebær og igjen røde bær som bringebær og jordbær. Her dukket også noen urtetoner som kan linkes til årgangen. Det var kun sjarmerende i en vin der ettersmaken varte så lenge, at man ble sulten mellom hver matbit. En meget flott 2004 premier cru og god ambassør for å fylle opp kjelleren med vin fra Burgund. http://hvaharjegiglasset.blogspot.no/2013/12/led-oss-inn-i-fristelse.html (1937 views) | |
| Tasted by St Paul on 2/11/2012 & rated 93 points: I love Cathiard! This is pure fruit and minerality with young red fruit that is fresh and just lovely. The Pinot spice is there and it is very generic but not at all green the way many 04's are. I am tempted to give it even higher rating. It is one of the best NSG wines I ever had. It is very Vosne like I think. I guess that is Cathiards winemaking. Ok the super length is not there but I rather take the freshness and complexity. (2959 views) | |
| Tasted by St Paul on 12/27/2011 & rated 92 points: Beautiful and elegant. Soft in the mouth. Easy drinking with a round finish. Not at all green the way many 04´s are. It has not got the complex deep fruit but thats what i like with this vintage. Fresh and lovely. I can down a bottle like this in 10 minutes. (3052 views) | |
| Tasted by Burgundy Al on 5/11/2011: Understanding Vineyards by Their Names (Bouilland, Burgundy): Tasting, brief note. Modest red fruit on nose and palate with baking spice hints. Not exactly sure the extent this shows "Murgers" character (intent of tasting), but this certainly shows 2004 character with a slightly rough, green edge on finish. (1640 views) | |
| Tasted by bevetroppo on 4/8/2011 & rated 91 points: Five days later from memory. From a case procured at auction. Easily the best $32 bottle of wine I've ever had, reeking of flavor, class and character. I stuck it in a suitcase and brought it on a business trip to Florida since I knew I was in for the Woodbridge Circuit. No more detailed notes given the gap, but I'm soooo happy to have scored this. Makes up for half a dozen auction mistakes. Better notes from the next bottle. (2938 views) | |
| Tasted by brooklynguy on 8/24/2010: better over the days following initial opening - too young for now. it comes off as simple and big, to me anyway. on day three there is more definition and a stronger sense of the substance of the wine. darkly fruited and earthy, with some spice in the back end. potential is there - interested to check back in time - a while though. 8 years? (2917 views) | |
| Tasted by Keith Levenberg on 8/23/2010 & rated 91 points: 2004 Red Burgundies (Brooklyn): Very impressive. A strong stony scent, then sweet and sappy on the palate, and enveloping too. Has a bit of an acidic (?) snap to it and a woodiness sort of reminiscent of cedar and old cabinetry. An intense style but a complete wine - in retrospect this probably would have been a more natural partner to the Mugneret-Gibourg Chaignots than the Chevillon Chaignots was. (5337 views) |
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Pinot NoirVarietal 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. FranceVins 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 BurgundyLes 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 Nuitson weinlagen.infoNuits St. Georges 1er CruA.O.C. Nuits-Saint-Georges (Syndicat Viticole de Nuits-Saint-Georges)Vineyard map on weinlagen-info |