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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:07:39 AM   
Rak

 

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ORIGINAL: Paul S

My two cents worth.. Might I humbly suggest that good way to learn while you drink would be (in order of how advanced you want to get):

1. Read wikipedia on Burgundy;
2. Watch the Burgundy chapter on Jancis Robinson's really very good DVD series;
3. Pick up a Burgundy chapter from a good encyclopedia - I use Larousse at home, Sotheby's is not bad too;
4. Read up Burgundy Report (Bill Nanson's fabulous site);
5. Move on to the Burgundy chapter of Kermit Lynch's book "Adventures on the Wine Route"; and
6. Get a copy of Clive Coates excellent book, "Wine of Burgundy" or, if you want to be more focused, his "Cote d'Or"

If you drink enough of the wines as you move along this little list, I would think that you would have a pretty solid foundation to explore the joys of Burgundy.


Fantastically useful. Thanks Paul S!
Intrigued by Lynch's book. May have to investigate....

Happy drinking!

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:13:43 AM   
Rak

 

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Status: offline 		Maestro:"Patrice Rion is a good producer to get you started. I have repeatedly suggested the 2002 and 2004 vintages of the Michele & Patrice Rion Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Clos des Argillières to get people started in Burgundy. The 2002 is a better wine, but the 2004 will do nicely too. The 2005 Patrice Rion Cote de Nuits Villages is a cheaper way to get started with Rion's wines that will also work well."

Some lovely examples on this thread. I'm definitely looking out for the above wines especially the Nuits St George. Thanks Maestro!
I've had a lovely Bourgogne Rouge from Rion (2005) and a 2002 straight Vosne (far too early I know). 

Happy drinking!

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:19:15 AM   
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Rak, of course systematic approach is possible, just like paul outlined it. My temperment prevents me from systematic approach. I don't like fishing for the same reason.


I suppose I'm seduced   by the notion of a systematic approach but my constitution, one of heigtened laziness, rather scuppers my best intentions!

Happy drinking!

p.s. Share your view on fishing!

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:47:15 AM   
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ORIGINAL: Rak

p.s. Share your view on fishing!


I believe everybody should try ice fishing at least once in their lives:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=3zf-a5AD7gM

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:48:32 AM   
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ORIGINAL: Rak

p.s. Share your view on fishing!


I believe everybody should try ice fishing at least once in their lives:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=3zf-a5AD7gM


I grew up in Northern Canada.  I have done enough ice fishing to last the rest of my life.  I will admit that under the right circumstances it can be quite enjoyable.

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 10:50:28 AM   
Rak

 

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ORIGINAL: Serge Birbrair

quote:

ORIGINAL: Rak

p.s. Share your view on fishing!


I believe everybody should try ice fishing at least once in their lives:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=3zf-a5AD7gM


Almost fell of my chair.... before I've even had one glass of the good stuff! Very funny!


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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/11/2008 1:02:05 PM   
Serge Birbrair

 

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ORIGINAL: RoundersRob

quote:

ORIGINAL: Serge Birbrair

quote:

ORIGINAL: Rak

p.s. Share your view on fishing!


I believe everybody should try ice fishing at least once in their lives:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=3zf-a5AD7gM


I grew up in Northern Canada.  I have done enough ice fishing to last the rest of my life.  I will admit that under the right circumstances it can be quite enjoyable.



something tells me you didn't click the link before you made your comment
:)

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RE: Discovering Burgundy - Suggestions welcome - 7/12/2008 1:28:58 AM   
Paul S

 

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ORIGINAL: Rak

quote:

ORIGINAL: Paul S

My two cents worth.. Might I humbly suggest that good way to learn while you drink would be (in order of how advanced you want to get):

1. Read wikipedia on Burgundy;
2. Watch the Burgundy chapter on Jancis Robinson's really very good DVD series;
3. Pick up a Burgundy chapter from a good encyclopedia - I use Larousse at home, Sotheby's is not bad too;
4. Read up Burgundy Report (Bill Nanson's fabulous site);
5. Move on to the Burgundy chapter of Kermit Lynch's book "Adventures on the Wine Route"; and
6. Get a copy of Clive Coates excellent book, "Wine of Burgundy" or, if you want to be more focused, his "Cote d'Or"

If you drink enough of the wines as you move along this little list, I would think that you would have a pretty solid foundation to explore the joys of Burgundy.


Fantastically useful. Thanks Paul S!
Intrigued by Lynch's book. May have to investigate....

Happy drinking!


It really is a great book. Easy reading, a little dated, but an essential for anyone who wants to have a fun introduction to French wines.

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