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| Community Tasting Notes (average 93.3 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 67 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by BLam on 4/2/2024 & rated 92 points: I brought it to Eric's dinner in Neighbourhood Restaurant in Central, among other BDXs. (698 views) | | | Tasted by NickA on 12/25/2023 & rated 92 points: Christmas 2023; 12/24/2023-12/26/2023 (Home): Another wine that showed a lot younger than expected! This seemed completely ready in 2010, but now rather less so - albeit still a very good, elegant wine. Warm spice on the nose, plenty of fairly tart red fruit, and pleasingly supple despite the residual tannin. It certainly worked with Christmas lunch, but would have been too spiky without food. (1535 views) | | | Tasted by ricard on 12/13/2023 & rated 95 points: Few signs of ageing. Deep ruby colour. Deeply Burgundian nose of raspberries, strawberries and this ineffable aroma of love or lust - or maybe musk? A real spiciness on the palate - a crackly pepperiness. But long, luscious and fabulously seductive. (1408 views) | | | Tasted by manemis on 10/29/2023 & rated 92 points: Great wine but a little bit below the very high expectations. Balanced and very nice but lacked the wow factor (1628 views) | | | Tasted by Brett H on 10/11/2023 & rated 100 points: THE Best Burg I’ve ever had - and that’s from vintages spanning back to the 1970s from all the highly regarded producers across the board.
An absolute colossus of a wine, so refined, such a great nose, so long on the finish and such a phenomenal balance and flavour profile. I wish the tasting experience could have lasted forever.
Will be searching out for more of these bottles.
Bravo! (1773 views) | | | Tasted by juliangindi on 9/28/2023 & rated 98 points: Best wine I have ever had. All the wonderful notes of a Burgundy are there, but the age added a depth and richness to it. Almost tasted like a sherry, but not that sweet. It was amazing and was paired with incredible Italian food from Mother Wolf. (1759 views) | | | Tasted by Hubble Shire Farm on 9/15/2023 & rated 94 points: On Day 2, corked and refrigerated overnite, this wine finally absolved itself of its hollow acidity noted in previous comments here, gained weight, texture and suppleness. Spicy, a different kind of Pommard. Not fruity or luscious like the 2005. To Jancis's point, there is a lot going on here.... but this wine needs more cellaring time. I won't touch another bottle for quite a few years and meanwhile will enjoy the 2005! (1435 views) | | | Tasted by DCHawkeye on 9/3/2023 & rated 94 points: Lighter colored, but beautiful nose and fruit - drinking very well. (1575 views) | | | Tasted by acyso on 4/25/2023 & rated 90 points: Clos des Epeneaux survey, part II (Chicago, IL): I was really hyped about this wine, expecting that the great vintage would yield a fantastic edition, but we never really got there. The nose was very 2010, with light red fruit and plenty of the expected elegance. On the palate, the acidity felt shrill and angular, and this never really rounded out over the course of the evening. Even at the end, the acidity felt out of balance. This didn't have quite the same weight and backwards structure that so many of the other vintages did either. A bit of an oddball in the context of this bottling. (3277 views) | | | Tasted by belfast taxman on 1/1/2023 & rated 92 points: New Year’s Eve with sirloin steak. Decanted for 20 minutes which may not have been long enough as there was an astringent edge (not tannic) to the wine but this blew off fairly quickly. The nose was profound, earthy and truffle, the palate complex. Fruit not exactly to the fore but this was very good although not quite as good as the NSG on Christmas Day. (2270 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 8/12/2022: Decanted 45 minutes. Still young but this drinks pretty well right now. Shows dark red and blue fruit, great balance and an elegant finish. This is very good now and seems headed for great. A-/A (3269 views) | | | Tasted by SB5784 on 7/25/2022 & rated 94 points: A lighter color yes hue. Interesting this was lighter than two volnays along side, but from riper vintages, which might be the cause. Still quite primary in character with fresh red berries, spice and discreet floral nuances. Fine rich red fruits on the palate with good density and precision. Texture is moving toward silk with a terrific mouthfeel of dry extract. This drank impressively well throughout the night and I think improved after a few hours. Persistent and well balanced on the finish. This is still young. If Pommard can be elegent, this is the wine and the vineyard. (3093 views) | | | Tasted by Sotto325 on 7/21/2022 & rated 93 points: Lovely to drink now. A Pommard of substance, with dark purple/red hue, a nose of violets, blackberries, dark cherry. Full, fine finish, -more the meatier side of Pommard rather than the perfumed style. Lots of dark red/purple fruit on the palate, with good, earthy undertones. (3144 views) | | | Tasted by Force5 on 2/16/2022: Still primary with a touch of oak remaining. Cool and laid back, dark fruited and seamless, tannins seem largely resolved. A pleasant touch of VA in the nose as it warmed and got some air. Classy wine but I can't give this a big score today because it seems to be holding back, still some years away from prime drinking. (3552 views) | | | Tasted by RayOB on 2/9/2022 & rated 95 points: Drank in London
Absolutely signing, fully open and beautiful (3318 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 7/31/2021: Decanted 2 hours. Medium red color, tart dark cherry on the nose at open. At 2 hours the nose is darker fruits and some spice. At hours 2-3 this was enjoyable as you can appreciate the overall quality and balance of the wine. Surely much more to come with age but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it now - but needs 2+ hours and a "remember this is young" mindset...A-/A (3643 views) | | | Tasted by rbrereton2 on 3/21/2021 & rated 95 points: P&P - Comte Armand’s Pommard 1er Cru Clos des Epeneaux continued to evolve throughout its duration before eventually revealing a glorious array of sweet red fruit and sous bois aromatics intertwined with well integrated oak and a low key menthol note. Refined and elegant and superbly balanced. Showing well now but will continue to develop. (3800 views) | | | Tasted by UFGators on 3/21/2021 & rated 94 points: This is drinking beautifully now. No decant needed. Truly in a great place now but with potential upside with further aging. Dark, rich and seductive with intense cherry and raspberry aromas. Full bodied enough to pair with my steak. Excited for my next bottle! (3669 views) | | | Tasted by Thoughtful on 3/4/2021 & rated 94 points: Subdued bouquet. Medium bodied if not somewhat lighter. Certainly not thin! Excellent balance and length. A wine that dominates by its fantail mineral aftertaste. Still seems young. Many years ahead. Will improve. A wine to follow. (3334 views) | | | Tasted by Rechrom on 1/27/2021 & rated 95 points: Continues to be a great bottle that is in a great place. In outstanding balance, deep for Burgundy, lovely aromatics. Makes me wonder whether this is headed even farther up, glad I have a lot more to find out. Very rewarding right now. (3571 views) | | | Tasted by azzah on 11/8/2020 & rated 95 points: Fantastic Burgundy. Almost Barolo-like in its structure and profile. Sandy tannins. Flowers, dark cherry, hints of red fruit, anise, herbs. Long, balanced and complete with a long life ahead. (3170 views) | | | Tasted by Jeongyahn on 7/18/2020: Classic and Elegant
Pure and Mellow
Red Berry, Cherry
Balsam, Menthol
Licorice, Truffle
Med Body, Not Heavy
Sappy
Silky Texture with Fine Tannin
Multi-Layered
Long Finish (3167 views) | | | Tasted by wineguy5 on 5/26/2020 & rated 93 points: No need to decant. Big elegant nose, beautiful fruit on the palate. Allowed to warm from cellar temperature for 1 hour. Served with cherry-smoked sous vide salmon, and a salsa composed of black cherry, jalapeño, shallot, cilantro, and balsamic. A perfect pairing. (3552 views) | | | Tasted by NickA on 5/9/2020 & rated 94 points: Burgundy - with or without stems? (Zoom!): Entirely destemmed. Lovely elegant floral nose - Nebbiolo-esque. Sensual for a Pommard. Sweeter fruit increasingly prominent over with air, but always balanced by elegant minerality. Feels poised and ready. My and the group's WOTN. (3790 views) | | | Tasted by liteagilis on 12/31/2019: Worst wine of the night. Might be good someday. Probably not. Sweet fruit w severe acid and tannin
Really don’t like comte Armand the more I have it — weird bc I love Ben’s wines. Also. Has that old faiveley problem where it tastes like they screwed up the cooperage (3764 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Lockdown Wines – April/May 2020 (5/1/2020)
(Pommard Clos des Epeneaux 1er Cru, Domaine du Comte Armand, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Lockdown Wines 2 (5/1/2020)
(Pommard Clos des Epéneaux 1er Cru, Domaine du Comte Armand, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Exploring the red wines of the Côte de Beaune (10/1/2019)
(Pommard Clos des Epeneaux 1er Cru, Domaine du Comte Armand, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Domaine du Comte Armand: Clos des Epeneaux, Pommard (10/1/2018)
(Pommard Clos des Epeneaux 1er Cru, Domaine du Comte Armand, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, 2010 Red Burgundy: Essays in Terroir (May 2014)
(Comte Armand Pommard Clos Des Epeneaux 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, April 2013, Issue #50
(Comte Armand Pommard "Clos des Epeneaux" 1er 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, April 2012, Issue #46
(Domaine Comte Armand/Clos des Epeneaux Pommard "Clos des Epeneaux" 1er 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, The 2010 Red Burgundies (Feb 2012)
(Comte Armand Pommard Clos Des Epeneaux 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (1/9/2012)
(Dom Comte Armand, Clos des Épeneaux Premier Cru Pommard Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, January/February 2012, IWC Issue #160
(Domaine des Epeneaux/Comte Armand Pommard Clos des Epeneaux) Subscribe to see review text. |
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| Comte Armand 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
Côte de Beaune
Côte de Beaune (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne)
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