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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.5 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 10 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by tinybubbles on 8/27/2021 & rated 92 points: Showing some browning and appearing somewhat muddled, this bottle nonetheless had an expressive nose and intact palate. Good spice tones. 92-93 (768 views) | | | Tasted by tinybubbles on 12/31/2019 & rated 91 points: A somewhat discombobulated bottle with a muddled palate. Sweet red fruit, some damp earth, but not much complexity here. Pleasing though. (947 views) | | | Tasted by tinybubbles on 9/21/2019 & rated 92 points: Initial attractive funk on the nose eventually gave way to a much riper profile. A more red fruit defined bottle than some others. Could have benefited from more bottle time. (938 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/7/2019 & rated 90 points: Some Wine Tasted at the Zachys La Paulée Auction; 3/7/2019-3/8/2019 (Le Bernardin Prive - New York NY): Small glass, brief note. Great nose of mushroom, earth, mature red cherry and floral hints. Less excited on palate, but I was told it was more interesting when opened 4 hours earlier. (1598 views) | | | Tasted by fcxj on 10/13/2017 & rated 94 points: Jasper Volnay. Floral and unexpected green-stem notes. Lucid, pure and graceful red fruit to sour plum palate with depth. Terrific. (1362 views) | | | Tasted by drwine2001 on 3/3/2016: Role Reversal Lunch at La Paulée-Dujac Whites (Monts-Luisants) and Lafon Reds (Quince, San Francisco): Light tawny center to watery rim-this looks fully mature. Flowers and green herbs that only become more noticeable over time. Very complex flavors-undergrowth, strawberry and plum fruit that is remarkably sweet and persistent, some soil, and faded tannins. This supple, elegant, completely expressed wine was prototypical Volnay and a great way to finish an extraordinary lunchtime tasting event. Amazing how well some of these delicate 1985's have lasted. (2239 views) | | | Tasted by tinybubbles on 3/3/2016 & rated 94 points: Sensual nose with asian and baking spices, violets and dry soil. Smooth on the palate with soft red fruit, light earth tones, and a long finish. A testament to both the vintage and winemaker (1720 views) | | | Tasted by Rupert on 9/20/2013 & rated 95 points: Lafon Santenots 1969-2005 (La Trompette, Chiswick, London): Fresh, ample, lots of bruised fruit, lovely poise. Brilliant (3510 views) | | | Tasted by rjonwine@gmail.com on 9/4/2009 & rated 92 points: Volnay & Pommard Themed "Euro Lunch" (Donato Enoteca, Redwood City, California): Very bricking light medium red color with cloudiness and clear meniscus; nice, mature, strawberry, tobacco, mushroom nose; mature, tobacco, tart strawberry and mineral palate with the taste of chaptalization; medium finish 92+ pts. (1830 views) | | | Tasted by David J Cooper on 8/11/2008: Light brown/red. Definite old Burgundy nose. Cherry leather no funk at all. Lots of soft tannins left. Long dry finish. (2982 views) |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Mature Volnay (10/1/2017)
(Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu 1er Cru, Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Domaine des Comtes Lafon: Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu (9/1/2013)
(Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu 1er Cru, Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
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(Domaine Comtes Lafon Volnay Santenots du Milieu 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Kapon
Vintage Tastings, Auction and Charity Imbibing (2/3/2007)
(Lafon Volnay 'Santenots du Milieu') Login and sign up and see review text. | By Allen Meadows
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(Domaine Comtes Lafon Volnay "Santenots du Milieu" 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (9/4/2009)
(Domaine des Comtes Lafon Volnay 1er Cru Santenots-Du-Milieu) Very bricking light medium red color with cloudiness and clear meniscus; nice, mature, strawberry, tobacco, mushroom nose; mature, tobacco, tart strawberry and mineral palate with the taste of chaptalization; medium finish 92+ pts. 92 points |
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| Domaine des Comtes Lafon 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.Santenots-Du-Milieu 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 Beaune
Côte de Beaune (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne)
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