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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.3 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 9 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by wxs2102 on 3/29/2024 & rated 93 points: @ Noreetuh NYC. Secondary florals and faded roses on the nose. Palate is somewhere between fresh and jammy fruits, big and full mouthfeel, tannins undetectable at this stage, goes down with a nice extended finish. Think this definitely outperforms the vintage and the broader vineyard, being located across from La Tache and Malconsorts Christiane, hence a more classic VR character. Agree with other notes that this is something to start drinking up. (158 views) | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 2/28/2024 & rated 89 points: Acker "Paulee" Burgundy Dinner (Capital Seafood - Beverly Hills CA): Paulée style dinner. On the underripe side with good weight but also losing energy. Time to drink up. (389 views) | | | Tasted by BenBlu on 3/23/2023 & rated 92 points: My first Chaumes from CLB, a rare bird at around 550 bottles produced in this vintage. Louis-Michel consistently avoided any green issues in 2011 and his wines are all a success relativeley speaking for the vintage and no exception here. However, clearly 11 is the weakest vintage for him between 05-now due to the growing season and the lack of stuffing is apparent but the wine still showed a very well made Vosne that cruised more at village level than 1er cru level (Chaumes isn't known to be a stronger vosne 1er and I think the Colombiere 11 and Clos Chateau 11 are probably as good to better wines with Reignots 11 being clearly better). Fun to drink still! I would probably drink those sooner rather than later as my concern is you will loose the fruit that's there. (781 views) | | | Tasted by TWSA on 11/25/2021 & rated 86 points: Nose: bubble gum, spices
Notes: The nose was quite intense but the palate was flat. Did not improve with more breathing. Price of this wine is a pure joke, whilst I can understand that Chaumes is indeed a troubled premier cru with subpar quality comparing to other 1er crus in Vosne Romanee, but given the reputation of Liger Belair and the price tag attached to this wine, it is hard not to disappoint.
Drink: Now - 2035
Rating: 86 (631 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 6/22/2020 & rated 93 points: Cool, pure and airy notes and red, blue fruit and spice. Touch of alcohol poking through on the nose--evident in the Zalto but not the Riedel. Sleek and well integrated. Less obvious than many other LB wines, but there is a lot under the hood. Will be interested to see how it evolves. (937 views) | | | Tasted by rc@ughey on 1/31/2019 & rated 93 points: This is a lighter, lacier, Liger-Belair, but it still retains the signature concentration, balance, and polish. Very fresh and subtle. Impeccably made as they all are. (1131 views) | | | Tasted by johnh1001 on 4/30/2016 & rated 93 points: More red berry fruit and spice. Touch of rhubarb. Brambly. Great balance. Quite expressive with subtle detail. (1680 views) | | | Tasted by REWindsor on 4/7/2016 & rated 91 points: In a second flight of Liger Belair tasting. From Chateau direct. Medium complexity and lovely balance. (1536 views) | | | Tasted by mjg87 on 7/11/2015: Really good Pure and silky with bright cherry fruit and a lively acid streak. It’s just so pretty. (1225 views) |
| By Allen Meadows
Burghound, Jan-14, Issue #53
(Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair Vosne-Romanée "Les Chaumes" 1er 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, 2011 Red Burgundy: Three Sides of a Coin (Mar 2014)
(Comte Liger-belair Vosne-romanée Les Chaumes 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, January 2013, Issue #49
(Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair Vosne-Romanée "Chaumes" 1er 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, January/February 2013, IWC Issue #166
(Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair Vosne-Romanee Les Chaumes) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Nov/Dec 2012, Issue #42, The Extremely Elegant, Low Octane and Unquestionably Outstanding 2011 Vintage in Burgundy.
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| Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 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.Les ChaumesChassagne-Montrachet Les Chaumes:http://www.weinlagen-info.de/?lage_id=2506
Vosne-Romanee Les Chaumes:http://www.weinlagen-info.de/?lage_id=2260
Terroir :
This vineyard is crossing the appellation from the top to the bottom, which allows to draw a maximum of element sfor a bigger complexity of the wine and a better homogeneity of the appellation. The soils are made of limestone and of clay-marls. The average age of the vines on the vineyard is about 35-40 years old. Global size : 0 ha 92.
http://www.arnoux-lachaux.com/vins/2008/11_VosneRomaneeLesChaumes2008_en.pdfFrance 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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