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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.6 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 25 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/16/2023 & rated 89 points: Black and red cherry that comes across with the depth I would expect from a good vintage Gevrey Village wine. Still wonderfully fresh, too. Great for its level. (1270 views) | | | Tasted by FTai on 12/9/2022 & rated 91 points: Surprising good! Full of honey and almond. Last over 3 hour and just getting better and better. Beautiful. (346 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 12/24/2020 & rated 89 points: Mostly black cherry throughout, bright and dense for its level, fresh and drinking wonderfully now. Great Bourgogne. (1454 views) | | | Tasted by Paul D on 9/29/2019 & rated 87 points: 3/6, very good cork. Served 15-16C.
Medium garnet core, pale garnet rim. Initially this showed dark fruit, touch of cola and herbal notes. Over time (about an hour) it settled down into something quite different and altogether more attractive, with creamy red fruit, some savoury gamey notes, soft tannins, fresh acidity, medium/good length finish. Decent, drinkable if nothing particularly special. (862 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 11/6/2017 & rated 89 points: Christian Moreau / Groffier Burgundy Dinner with Friends (RPM Steak - Chicago IL): Popped and poured, then enjoyed over the next 2+ hours. Bright red berries and cherries start-to-finish with wonderful balance and length for this level. At its best with 20-30 minutes of air, this started getting shorter after 2 hours in glass. (2380 views) | | | Tasted by jwsmith on 10/27/2017 & rated 92 points: Always one of the best bourgognes in the business. (1271 views) | | | Tasted by sooper65 on 10/21/2017 & rated 93 points: Oh yay! (1248 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 7/5/2017 & rated 88 points: Lots of great red fruit for this level. Much like another bottle from 6 months ago, but sightly less fresh. (1669 views) | | | Tasted by Oh Dae-su on 4/15/2017 & rated 88 points: Uiii ... das macht Spass! Optimal für's Osternachtbechern 😀! Sehr intensive, satte und leuchtend Rubinrote Farbe. In der Nase saftige nicht ganz dunkle Kirschen, Pflaumensaft pur, ein wenig Veilchen, noch weniger Zündholz und am wenigsten von allem etwas Kuhstall - oder einfach nur Landluft. Am Gaumen viel saftige Pflaume, viel dunklere Kirschen, ein Hauch von Vegemite 😀 (nur ein Hauch und total vernachlässigbar) und eingebildeter Morgentau auf Blüten. Sehr direkt, saftig, tolle Frische, sehr gefällig (positiv gefällig), natürlich nicht all zu komplex und tiefgängig, dafür schon ziemlich super balanciert (in nem Jahr vielleicht noch etwas besser) ist er allemal. Vielleicht ein Hauch zu präsente Röstaromen und fast schon etwas zu saftig. Lebt von seiner vitalen Frucht. Wirkt geschliffener und vielleicht etwas modern-weich-saftiger als die letzten Weine die ich von Groffier hatte. Blöderweise hab ich keine Ahnung mehr was das war und wann das war 😔. Ich sollte bei meinen Cellartracker Eintragungen disziplinierter sein 😀. Der Wein macht jederfalls jetzt schon richtig Spass - noch etwas Geduld dürfte auch nicht schaden. (1345 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 1/23/2017 & rated 89 points: Lots of red cherry and berry throughout. Enough of everything in very good balance. Shockingly good concentration for Bourgogne, this is an amazing bargain of a wine. Good now, but i think this will continue to drink this well until 2019 or 2020. (1261 views) | | | Tasted by Paul D on 12/24/2016 & rated 86 points: No formal note - dark fruited, soil, touch of game, slightly dry on the finish. Decent, but fairly true to it level. (843 views) | | | Tasted by jwsmith on 11/10/2016 & rated 90 points: Execellent always drinking good (825 views) | | | Tasted by sooper65 on 10/28/2016 & rated 92 points: A really good bottle, lovely sweetness and totally yummy (702 views) | | | Tasted by sooper65 on 9/30/2016 & rated 91 points: gorgeous BPN (672 views) | | | Tasted by sooper65 on 9/12/2016 & rated 87 points: Grrr, just not singing at all. This is usually so reliable
Must be a root day. (629 views) | | | Tasted by jwsmith on 11/16/2015 & rated 92 points: Young vine petit clos vogoet amazing wine for the money. (940 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 9/21/2014 & rated 88 points: First bottle I have opened since just after release, this continues to validate my initial thoughts of this as an amazing value wine. Lots of strawberry and red cherry everywhere. This has lost a little of its freshness from two years ago, but seems to have picked up weight. (1706 views) | | | Tasted by jwsmith on 12/24/2013 & rated 91 points: Excellent (1744 views) | | | Tasted by jwsmith on 10/25/2013 & rated 90 points: Amazing for a bourgogne level wine. (1744 views) | | | Tasted by JOsgood on 2/24/2013 & rated 88 points: This definitely needs some air to open up. Dark in color - black fruits with some cinnamon and spice. Big on the palate although linear and lacking interest and complexity. Nice wine that performs at its level but nothing more. (2003 views) | | | Tasted by shah on 2/5/2013 & rated 92 points: Have had two bottles in the last week. Very pleasant though a bit early. If not going to leave it open for a couple of hours, you will probably miss the balance of the lively fruit notes and burgundian structure. Will drink well '14 - '16. Should buy now. Offers great value. (1934 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 12/6/2012 & rated 89 points: Lots of red cherry with subtle spice aromas. Same cherry flavors on palate with strawberry and then coming across as slightly ripe on the finish. Very good value. I expect this will be better in another year or two. (2142 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 6/9/2012: Another Saturday at Knightsbridge - mostly blind (Northbrook, IL): From a bottle that had been opened 3 weeks earlier, then gassed, resealed and refrigerated. Lots of red fruit with modest spice. Great concentration and length for its level. (2208 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/21/2012: Domaine Groffier Cellar Visit and Tasting (Morey St.-Denis): Tasting at Domaine. Open 6-7 hours before we tasted. Strawberry and red cherry aromas. tart red cherry on palate with good structural support. Easy and simple to enjoy. An excellent value. (1872 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
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