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| Community Tasting Notes (average 94.1 pts. and median of 94 pts. in 55 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by hungrybram on 3/4/2024 & rated 96 points: Nose of lychee/hawthorn that I often find in Leroy 01s. Charismatic presence of spices, tea, lychees, brown sugar, garam masala on the palate. Very good wine, even by Leroy standard, but lacks that sensuality today (178 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 7/21/2023 & rated 96 points: Gorgeous tonight.The color looks much older than it drinks. (673 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 5/7/2023 & rated 94 points: So good. Seemed a little metallic tonight (693 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 3/1/2023 & rated 95 points: Another amazing bottle. (939 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 2/28/2023 & rated 93 points: Small taste last night, note from memory. Bright red friit aging gracefully with very savory spice. Also not powerful to start, but showing sneaky density as it finishes. (1592 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 12/20/2022 & rated 94 points: The Best Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Dinner (State Street Manor - Chicago IL): Alongside the brilliant 2002. Similar profile, just less of everything. Really beautiful now, just not as seamless. (2230 views) | | | Tasted by Nanda on 12/20/2022 & rated 96 points: Intense, captivating aromas of red and black cherry, whole cluster, black tea and spice. Gorgeous and suave on the palate with a minute-long finish. A wow wine. (930 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 12/16/2022 & rated 94 points: Amazing. Blows all other wines tonight away yet didn’t seem as complete as other bottles. (675 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 11/6/2022 & rated 96 points: This may be the better wine, but other Leroy 01s are more forthcoming today. I expect this will be longer lived. (781 views) | | | Tasted by Charlie Carnes on 1/15/2022 flawed bottle: Aside from Sauternes, I have had so few good auction bottles, and this is another example. This bottle may have had less than ideal storage. It was just totally unimpressive red wine. I tried to see if it would come around for three days. It didn't! Bottle# 3315/4156 (1200 views) | | | Tasted by fcxj on 1/18/2021 & rated 96 points: This is a beauty. Floral, tart strawberry aromatics. Elegant, bright, higher acidity palate. (863/4156) (1754 views) | | | Tasted by jchan1 on 6/12/2020 & rated 94 points: Gorgeous nose with spices and dark-fruit secondaries - clearly Vosne. Muscular flavour that is focused and composed. Not a beacon of the terroir but it did offer some serious depth and complexity. (1657 views) | | | Tasted by Burgnick on 5/1/2020 & rated 94 points: Bottle 2925/4156- Despite three hour of air, the wine was more reserved than the NSG. The nose was deeper than the Boudots yet less sexy with spice, red fruit, cherry, perfume and sweet stems. Broad shoulder, structured and polished. The last glass was the best. Drink your Boudots before your Beaux Monts. (2022 views) | | | Tasted by Chaochao on 2/12/2019 & rated 90 points: Cloudy garnet with copper brown tones. Nose of leather and after 2 hours of dried roses. Sweet on the palette and floral. Was not drinking from the right glass. Didn’t do the wine justice perhaps (2304 views) | | | Tasted by Nanda on 11/4/2017 & rated 95 points: Light aged garnet hue. Oh wow, this is so intensely perfumed with black cherry and baking spices. The palate has concentrated and polished black cherry with so much intense spice. New leather and herb tones add additional complexity. Long, polished finish. (2865 views) | | | Tasted by acyso on 11/4/2017 & rated 95 points: HDH Bordeaux Auction; 11/3/2017-11/4/2017 (Chicago, IL): Outstanding nose that just speaks of Leroy. That earthy spice is incredible, coupled with red fruit, the decaying leaves, and the mushrooms. The palate is definitely on the concentrated side, but there's a lightness here that is very impressive. Surprisingly tannic and dense, but showing a lot of secondary characteristics on the palate as well. Great now, will still be great later. (3174 views) | | | Tasted by KenK on 11/4/2017 & rated 94 points: Surpringly drinking in what seems to be a prime window. Classic Leroy spice aromas in full bloom here along with pretty strawberries. Silky texture with only hints of the vintage’s sleek reputation. All about delicate red fruits, wet forest floor, and Asian spice. Awesome middle fruit density. Quite friendly and open knit. (2263 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 11/4/2017 & rated 93 points: Wines Tasted at HDH Auction (Spiaggia - Chicago IL): So beautifully Vosne, so prototypically Leroy. All red fruit with an enchanting and exotic spicebox. Slightly more mature can many 2001s, but still very rich, dense and long. No surprise, this got better and longer with more air. (2659 views) | | | Tasted by Kemo Sabe on 9/28/2017 & rated 93 points: Super young. Some vegetal and green notes along with a lot of whole cluster tasting. This opened a lot during the hour plus it was consumed. Also gained a lot of weight. Would say decant this in the future as its just so young and so big. Great texture and loads of fruit and acid. (1678 views) | | | Tasted by The Vines That Bind on 9/27/2017 & rated 94 points: Five Decades of Leroy (Charlie Bird): Young, fresh, a touch woody. Stalky and steamy, the DRC comparison is quite obvious on this bottle. Woody, but very flavorful and sexy. Fruit is still slightly tight, but this is very fresh and has great acid. Really enjoyed this. (1819 views) | | | Tasted by BaroloRob on 5/22/2017 & rated 96 points: Classic Leroy Vosne.
Tasted against the Latricieres Chambertin which was more feminine.
Beautiful depth and spice.
Long finish.
(Wish I had more Leroy.) (1640 views) | | | Tasted by Jeremy Holmes on 2/13/2017: Plenty of spice to the aroma with notes of freshly grated ginger, rose petals and dried flowers. Highly perfumed red and black fruits envelop the mouth. It has good detail and fine minerally acidity. It is a wine of good flesh, perfume and balance that is drinking beautifully right now. (2061 views) | | | Tasted by burgcamel on 3/11/2016 & rated 95 points: This is classic Vosne spice. I really enjoy this wine and can't find any real faults. I would like a touch more depth but that's a nit. 95+ (2410 views) | | | Tasted by Alex G. on 12/11/2015: Cloudy, pretty but not as complex as '95. On its own I would be delighted but today its outclassed by stiff competition. (1081 views) | | | Tasted by Aromatic on 8/15/2015 & rated 96 points: Had this a few times, very consistent and never disappoint! Powerful aromatics intense floral lots of dried fruits , very deep on the nose. Balanced of sweetness smooth complexity and coats the palate with long aftertaste! Tried many vintages and this is so far the best example! 96+ (2963 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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(Domaine Leroy Vosne-Romanée "Les Beaux Monts" 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
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| Domaine Leroy Producer website
Domaine Leroy is a negociant/wine producer based in the Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy. It makes a range of wines from Pinot Noir that comes from some of the most iconic vineyards in the world, including Le Chambertin, Musigny, Clos de Vougeot and Romanée-Saint-Vivant, and is second only to Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in terms of price and quality. Those wines made from estate grown fruit are sold under the Domaine Leroy label.
The domaine was founded by Francois Leroy, a wine merchant based in Auxey-Duresses, in 1868. It was expanded under his son Joseph and grandson Henri throughout the early 1900s, and in 1942, Henri Leroy was involved with the purchase of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti alongside Edmond Gaudin de Villaine. Leroy and Villaine saw massive potential in the plots and vines DRC already held and, rather than see the domaine split up among various proprietors, decided to buy it together.
In 1974, Henri's daughter Lalou Leroy took over this co-management of DRC alongside Aubert de Villaine; she had also inherited Maison Leroy from her father after his death in 1980. Leroy left Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in 1991 following a dispute with Villaine, and began to focus on her own domaine.
Domaine Leroy was expanded in 1988 with the purchase of estates in Vosne-Romanée and Gevrey-Chambertin, and with 21 hectares (52 acres) of vineyards, became a domaine. These holdings include plots in several grand cru sites in the Côte de Nuit, as well as in Corton, plots in eight premier cru vineyards, and vineyards that fall under both village and regional appellations. While most of Domaine Leroy's wines are red, there are a few white wines made from Chardonnay and Aligoté as well.
Lalou Bize-Leroy also owns and directs Domaine d'Auvenay.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 MontsBeaux 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-infoFrance 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 Nuits on weinlagen.infoVosne-Romanée 1er CruVosne 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.
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