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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.4 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 41 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 12/17/2021 & rated 90 points: Holiday Champagne Gala (Park Ridge Country Club): From magnum. Exceeded expectations. Very rich, spiced, enticing aromas with bits of earth, truffle and slowly cooked mushroom. Palate shows a similar profile, but lacking Grand Cru density for me. Charming, but lacking what I expect from the best 93s. (2166 views) | | | Tasted by jmoore431 on 7/11/2021 & rated 94 points: Tasted blind: this was my 5th or 6th encounter with this great wine. (Glad to drink someone else’s bottle and still have a couple left in my cellar!). Same great character as my last note of May ‘20. In my note from 2015 I stated my surprise that auction price was $84 “and a steal”. Looks like last auction price was $176. More understandable. 94+ (1342 views) | | | Tasted by Beachfan on 3/5/2021 & rated 91 points: Would have guessed mature Barolo if blind. Lovely flavors but not what I’d expect from Pinot. (1227 views) | | | Tasted by jmoore431 on 5/13/2020 & rated 93 points: Another great bottle of this (down to my last 2 now); this is now sporting a brownish cast to it; effusive nose of secondary fruit going tertiary, braised meat, leather, game; continually evolves in the glass showing the complexity of a great wine; RICH; still firmly structured carrying it through a really nice finish. 93+ (1618 views) | | | Tasted by Xavier94 on 5/11/2020 & rated 93 points: A very spicy, gamely nose of smoke-infused aging red cherry, boeuf bourguignon, minty herbs cut with leather and anise. Powerful, muscular flavors in the mouth with quite a bit tannin which continues to resolve with time in the glass. Robust impression today with the flair of Vosne style spice. 93-94 (1553 views) | | | Tasted by wineappreciation on 1/23/2019 & rated 93 points: Sous bois, raspberry, with notes of peaches, cream, and truffles; balanced, well-structured, some fruit still but mild, delicate yet extended, a slight effervescence
After 1 Hour: Sous bois and seaweed; much thicker and more substantial on palate but with similar subtlety and balance; not overly dynamic but excellent aged Burgundy (1621 views) | | | Tasted by Aravind Asok on 1/5/2019: New Year's Champagne Madness (Casa Gill): One of the highlights of the night. Beautiful Vosne spiced red fruit and a touch of tobacco and leather on the nose. On the palate, kicking acidity and soft tannin. (1564 views) | | | Tasted by jmoore431 on 8/17/2018 & rated 92 points: Red and blue fruits, soil-inflected, ripe and rich; good structure and aging at a glacial pace. Very consistent wine.
Add: this was even better the second day (1460 views) | | | Tasted by FYC on 7/14/2018: Much better than I remembered and most likely my bottle which I sold. There was plenty of dark fruit, earth, and spice. The fruit and acid were balanced nicely and this paired perfectly with the chicken with pasta with chanterelles and Chilean black truffles at Majordomo LA. (1568 views) | | | Tasted by rocknroller on 6/6/2017 & rated 93 points: Some Nice Burgs at The Kenwood (The Kenwood, Mpls, MN): Medium dark red color. PNP, drank 1 glass over an hour. We've had this wine several times now, and it's been nothing if not consistent. Lovely and intriguing nose of spice, red fruits, florals, potpourri. The palate offers plenty of tart cherry fruit, spice, mineral, funky earth, and a great length on a medium body with silky tannins. Excellent, and I wish I'd picked up more of these. 93+pts. (2854 views) | | | Tasted by chablis28 on 6/6/2017 & rated 93 points: Fortunately, nearly everyone in my core group of 10 or so buddies bought at least one of these from Envoyer. OTOH, each of us should have bought a couple more of them!! This has always showed up in excellent shape with all of the cool traits you hope for from 15yr old plus red Burgundy like; fading red fruit, mushroom, forest floor and dried flowers. Not saying this is necessarily a rock start but, it certainly overachieves for its relatively unknown producer status. Btls like this make Envoyer such a valuable source for us upper "middle aged" 50+ plus wine drinkers and especially for guys like me turning 62 this summer. Here's hoping someone among us still has one more to enjoy soon! In some respects the most complete wine of the night but yet not my personal WOTN. (2775 views) | | | Tasted by BradE on 6/6/2017: Lovely wine, and very accessible for a 1993. (2897 views) | | | Tasted by jmoore431 on 1/17/2017 & rated 92 points: This wine has been consistently great; a tiny bit more four square and clumsy; previous bottles opened up and showed more complexity. (2021 views) | | | Tasted by rocknroller on 11/3/2016 & rated 93 points: Mostly Burgs and a Few Others at St. Gen (St. Genevieve, Mpls, MN): Medium red color - no bricking. PNP, drank 1 glass over an hour plus. This was the second time having the pleasure to drink this beauty in a short time. This bottle was just as good as the last IMO. Just great nose, so complex, earthy, funk, horse, so much forest floor here, rose, some metals, and deep red fruits. and spices The palate has great minerality, metals, savory, sauvage, spices, horse, deep red fruits, well integrated. 93+pts. (2580 views) | | | Tasted by rocknroller on 9/20/2016 & rated 93 points: A Birthday for Dave (Spoon & Stable, Mpls, MN): Dark red color. Opened at the table and sat for about an hour. Drank 1 glass over 90 minutes. Fantastic nose, love the complexity, there's a great spice box potpourri that is intoxicating, red cherry, lots of Vosne spice, plenty of damp earth, and hints of soy. The nose really is the star, but the palate doesn't disappoint either. Tart cherry, darker cherry fruit, deeply earthy, medium full body, minerals, very nice balance . This was in a good place. Just wish I'd picked up a couple of these. (1948 views) | | | Tasted by BurgFixx on 7/22/2016 & rated 92 points: Just entering secondary stage. Dark berries, incense, autumn leaves, damp stones. Dense friut on the palate, hefty mid-palate, mouth watering acidity and tannins. Very nice and will continue to age (1079 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 10/29/2015: Splash decanted 2 hrs. Showed really well with soft ripe fruit and solid acidity. A- (2220 views) | | | Tasted by jmoore431 on 8/26/2015 & rated 92 points: Very fresh and youthul; deep and fruity, very rich. Guessed it to be a '00-'02. Shocked to see it was this wine. Glad to have a few more of my own! If this is truly $84 at auction, it is a steal!!! (2213 views) | | | Tasted by Gmblnman on 8/14/2015 & rated 95 points: Amazing - out of magnum (2449 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 1/22/2015: Decanted 90 minutes, but similar to my last note this really needed a full 2-2.5 hours before it really showed what it has to offer. Light cherry, forest floor, some acid on the finish. Very good wine that is particularly good with food. A- (2709 views) | | | Tasted by NineteenEightyTwo on 1/10/2015 & rated 91 points: Mature crimson color, starting to show shades of brown. Popped and poured, the nose on this is dominated straightaway by musty sous bois aromas, wet earth, and mushrooms. This evolved over several hours, with the nose taking on cranberry and herbal notes, as well as a powerful floral perfume. Remington Norman notes the aromatic qualities of this vintage, of which this wine is a good example. On the palate this is loaded with red fruit and coca flavors. This has 1993's signature persistent tannins, and comes off as a bit austere. Serious wine, obviously from one of the tonier neighborhoods in the Côte de Nuits, but I find myself wishing this had more generous fruit in the mouth to balance the palate. (2499 views) | | | Tasted by SimonPh on 12/14/2014 & rated 92 points: Still drinking very well with nice balance and clean finish. Faded spices add character. (2093 views) | | | Tasted by thomaskeil on 11/2/2014 & rated 91 points: From magnum not decanted (restaurant wine service not stellar). Initially closed showing mostly crushed flowers on stone on the nose and tart cranberry on the palate. With time in the glass and swirling the bottle the fruit (cherry, strawberry, red raspberry) along with spice, earth and more flowers emerged. The nose was captivating. The mineral-laced acidity remained on the tart side, but with food (total spectrum at our table of 6) everyone reported heavenly matches with the tartness replaced by balancing crispness. Seemed quite primary still. (2095 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 10/19/2014: Needs 2-3 hours of air but similar to my last note a vintage appropriate wine that is great with food. A- (2016 views) | | | Tasted by 5laton on 8/9/2014 flawed bottle: Leaker. Wine tasted of brett and little else. Magnum. (2037 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| 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.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 Nuits on weinlagen.infoEchezeaux Grand CruEchezeaux includes 93 acres in Flagey-Echezeaux making it the second largest of all the Burgundian Grand Cru vineyards. More than 80 producers own parcel, including DRC. These wines are known to be light and incredibly refined. |
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