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 Vintage2011 Label 1 of 39 
TypeRed
ProducerDomaine Jean Grivot (web)
VarietyPinot Noir
Designationn/a
VineyardLes Beaux Monts
CountryFrance
RegionBurgundy
SubRegionCôte de Nuits
AppellationVosne-Romanée 1er Cru

Drinking Windows and Values
Drinking window: Drink between 2018 and 2028 (based on 4 user opinions)
Wine Market Journal quarterly auction price: See Jean Grivot Vosne Romanee Les Beaux Monts on the Wine Market Journal.

Community Tasting History

Community Tasting Notes (average 92.2 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 18 notes) - hiding notes with no text

 Tasted by Tim2 on 2/28/2024 & rated 90 points: So so (162 views)
 Tasted by levicn on 1/1/2024 & rated 92 points: 回塞一个小时,醒酒六个小时,淡宝石红色,闻香有烟熏,熏肉,灌木,红果,桂皮和扑鼻的花香,入口酸度高,呈线性,酒液咸,单宁紧涩,细沙颗粒,以红果香气为主,混合着灌木丛和木质香气,余味悠长的红果香气。精致可人的一支酒,从刚开瓶就展现出漂亮的香气,飘逸而又灵动,精细感尤其诱人,有一些黑大壮的勃艮第不容易感受到的可贵细节。香气即使历经七个小时仍然没有任何衰减,就是口感相比起来稍显单薄了一些,从开瓶我一直在等它有所提升,但始终没有感受到那个点,还没有进入适饮巅峰期的一支酒,现在喝起来已经很迷人,继续陈年应该也不会有太大的提升了,也许这就是年份的局限吧,它离我对它的预期只差那么一点点。 (234 views)
 Tasted by bbq_grandcru on 2/7/2021 & rated 89 points: Nose of dark berries and spice. Body is light. Somewhat lacking in complexity and interest. Coming across as thin and one dimensional. Decent finish. (1330 views)
 Tasted by A.Hansen on 12/24/2020 & rated 93 points: Delightful nose of red and dark cherry and tobacco. The palate has notes of sous bois, mushrooms, earth and bright red fruit. Great acidity and length. Well balanced. (1185 views)
 Tasted by fredb on 12/23/2020: Medium/dark red color with moderate transparency throughout. Aromas of cherry, strawberry, and a floral note lead into a fresh palate that showcases strawberry, cherry, a bit of vanilla, green peppercorn, and some black cherry notes. Finish is medium. Leftovers more lean on day two. This flirts with 2011 vintage greenness, but stays on the right side of it for my tastes. Drink or hold. (1171 views)
 Tasted by markricardo on 1/18/2020 & rated 92 points: Dark red fruit, mineral and a kiss of stem/earth on the nose and plate. Beautifully balanced fruit and acidity. An elegant wine that begs you to drink more. Highly recommended. Drink now. (1738 views)
 Tasted by BenBlu on 11/14/2019 & rated 93 points: Consistent showing with previous bottle. This is a lovely 2011 which although showing at times slight astringent / bitter notes in the vein of the vintage this is very much only in the background. In general this wine comes across as having nice amount of ripeness, it retains a wonderful freshness, a giving fruit and chalky mineral characteristic. A lovely Vosne 1er and in my view in the context to Burgundy (and Vosne in particular) great value. The 2011 at the moment is on a par with the great 2009. I think the 2011 is a now wine. So I have been and will be pulling corked unashamedly here. (1918 views)
 Tasted by BenBlu on 10/11/2019 & rated 93 points: (no decant) There is only a tiny hint of greenness / gravel / ground beans on the nose giving away that this a less ripe year, otherwise lovely and meaty, mineral with hints of clove. On the palate it is kinky sweet confectionery cherry, lip smacking, medium bodied with low to mid acidity. You can't help reach for the next sip. This is certainly a very good wine and quite good qpr. Difficult to say this will get better. Probably at its young peak and with potential to go a bit mellower / deeper but not necessarily better. There is though absolutely no hurry. If you like young luscious fruit then hit it now. Else wait another 2-5 years. Drink now-2030. (1256 views)
 Tasted by williamkulp on 10/13/2018 & rated 93 points: Ready to drink. Very nice with a just right color and a very good finish. (1207 views)
 Tasted by fcxj on 10/14/2017 & rated 92 points: Jasper class. Quite green and stemmy nose, which I liked. Fresh, juicy palate. Delicious and lucid. (1764 views)
 Tasted by Philippe_C on 9/21/2017 & rated 93 points: Delicious nose of ripe red berries and barbecue spices, very transparent, very nice refreshing acidity balancing the ripe fruit, good lenght, great red Burgundy! (1923 views)
 Tasted by Nanda on 6/3/2017 & rated 90 points: A light-to-mid weight body with nice freshness and lift. Moderate depth and complexity with cherry fruit that is complimented by some herbal tones and Vosne spice. Medium finish. Solid, but likely never going to be great. Should hold for several years. (1662 views)
 Tasted by Philippe_C on 4/27/2015 & rated 94 points: Very open, nose of cerise griotte, sandalwood, oriental spices, rose petal... hint of leather, terrous, hint of smoke (2531 views)
 Tasted by Burgundy Al on 4/6/2014: Knightsbridge 2011 Burgundy Tasting and Sale (Northbrook, IL): Tasting, brief note. Good spice, reticent fruit. Seems very backward today, with little to be coaxed out. Will need time. (3792 views)
 Tasted by vespasian on 11/6/2012 & rated 93 points: Closed on the nose - impression of dark chocolate and seductive morello cherry, the full dark berry spectrum. Exotic even; Really impressive fruit, very rich and deep, spreads out across the palate. Expansive, wave after wave. Very complete and full. Serious, intense finish. Very long and vibrant. 92-95+ (2022 views)

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By Neal Martin
Vinous, Burgundy With A Bit of Age: 2000-2014 (May 2019) (5/1/2019)
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By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, 2011 Red Burgundy: Three Sides of a Coin (Mar 2014)
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By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, 2011 Red Burgundy: Three Sides of a Coin (Mar 2014)
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By Allen Meadows
Burghound, January 2013, Issue #49
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By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, January/February 2013, IWC Issue #166
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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.

Les Beaux Monts

Beaux Monts covers a little over 11 hectares and is further subdivided into Beaux Monts, Les Hautes Beaux Monts, Les Beaux Monts Hauts, and Les Beaux Monts Bas. It borders the grand cru vineyard of Echézeaux, though at a higher altitude. Quality is variable with some wines described as "weedy" and they are typically less dense than wines from lower altitudes. Better examples may have a high-toned perfume. Top producers for Beaux Monts include Domaine Bertagna, Bruno Clavelier, Leroy, Hudelot-Noëllats, Louis Jadot, and Henri Jayer.

Les Beaux Monts in Vosne on weinlagen-info.de
In Irancy on weinlagen-info

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.com

Burgundy

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 Nuits

on weinlagen.info

Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru

Vosne Romanée is one of the smallest wine villages in Burgundy The wines possess diverse characteristics, but they can generally considered to have complexity and longevity beyond nearly all other wines in the world. The village has six grand crus: Romanée-Conti, La Romanée, La Tâche, Richebourg, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, and La Grande Rue. While there is monopoly control of four of the six grand crus, the village has at least forty growers sharing its vineyards. The top premier cru includes Les Malconsorts, Cros Parantoux, Les Chaumes, and Clos des Réas.
on weinlagen-info.de

 
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