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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.6 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 11 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Labrador on 5/6/2016 & rated 91 points: This was the WOTN. Elegant, polished, bright red fruit, some spice and a bit of earthiness, all beautifully woven together, lovely mouth feel, balanced, and a lovely finish. (1557 views) | | | Tasted by dongagne on 11/7/2015: This, my first of 3 btls, was enjoyed with friends on a fishing trip to the Metolius River. Lovely, elegant, fine balance, medium weight and intensity, paired ably with a mushroom risotto and then a cheese course. Can stand several more years of cellar time. (1668 views) | | | Tasted by Siobhan1 on 8/23/2013 & rated 91 points: Opened this bottle to accompany roast duck breast. Had a medium intensity brick/ruby core with a slightly more brick coloured rim. On the nose very intense aroma of cherries, with touches of almonds and very slight "undergrowth" notes. The palate feel was silky, with very soft tannins, the acidity balanced beautifully the fatty duck dish we drank it with. A long intense cherry finish. (2850 views) | | | Tasted by ksmith on 11/3/2012 & rated 91 points: Ruby and slightly cloudy in the glass. Nose of soft, light cherry. On the palate this was smooth, a fair amount of acid with fruit of cherries, becoming darker with time in the glass. Good, but to my palate, not great. Not completely happy I spent $95 for this. Was a good complement to the salmon we had for dinner. (2982 views) | | | Tasted by Sotto325 on 2/1/2012 & rated 93 points: Surprised that a 2000 AOC would hold up with this much fruit. The elegant and classic Lafon touch is right there, with alight, fully developed Volnay sense of cherry, a hint of smoke, wild berries and a soft nice balance of acid. Had 2 bottles at a restaurant and both were very fine. Did not last with full fruit more than a half hour in the glass though. Drink up. (3469 views) | | | Tasted by rc@ughey on 7/17/2010 & rated 91 points: Not great, but it's oh so good. This shows an alluring crushed raspberry nose, bright fruit, sexy texture, and impeccable balance. This is on the light side of medium bodied and is an adolescent--just showing hints of suave maturity, but still with some unruly (but enticing) angles. This is quite simple, and to a gobs-of-fruit lover might be a little thin, but to me it's beautiful villages. High drinkability factor, and a perfect restaurant Burgundy. Drinking quite well now, this should improve for another few years. I'm sure this will give pleasure for at least another decade and probably more. (2668 views) | | | Tasted by cinnamon on 5/11/2010 & rated 88 points: Not decanted. Appearence is deep clear red and showing just hints of bricking on the edges. First whiff is very pure crushed strawberries with no mature aromas to be found. After a while the berries turn to the darker kind (cherry?) and the wine adds a earthy note. Spices lingering in the background with roses. The palate begins disjointed but adds weight to soon show medium body, good intensity of flavour but still a little rusticity remain. Only improves with time. All in all the wine needs time in the glass to get its components together and show complexity and gives a young impression. I will keep my last bottle 5 years. (2506 views) | | | Tasted by MatthewF on 4/6/2010: Soft red fruits and floral on both the nose and palate. As it sits in the glass, some mushroom notes begin to emerge. A lighter bodied wine that is fully mature now. No hard edges whatsoever. I would definitely drink soon. (1532 views) | | | Tasted by sashley on 1/28/2008 & rated 92 points: Drinking beautifully--no hard edges--lovely pinot fruit (1756 views) | | | Tasted by mrabinowitz on 12/14/2005: Very nice. Medium bodied (2199 views) |
| 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.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
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