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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 20 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Burgundy Al on 4/29/2024 & rated 93 points: Volnay 1er Cru 2005 Tasting (Chicago IL): Single blind in 2005 Volnay flight. The most powerful wine of the evening, this also shows signs of great elegance, but not yet showing the actual pleasure of Volnay. It is teasing us with its potential, but not quite forthcoming. My #2 WOTN based on how much it excites me, and the group's #4. Patience. (567 views) | | | Tasted by fcxj on 1/18/2024 & rated 88 points: Disappointingly rustic for the vintage. (935 views) | | | Tasted by glou.sf on 9/7/2023 & rated 95 points: Lovely, fragrant nose with floral notes, cherries, underwood, just a hint of mushrooms, and strawberries. Nice acidity with still very prominent tannins on the palate, red cherry notes, strawberries, and forest flavors. Long and lingering finish. A great wine that's delicious now but still primary and in need of more time to fully show its potential. 94-95+ (1357 views) | | | Tasted by SB5784 on 7/25/2022 & rated 94 points: A dense red hue. Still quite youthful and concentrated. On the nose, immense power of red and black fruits. Fairly dark and extracted but maintaining an elegance and complexity that I often associate with Lafarge. With time it really opened and was quite rich and fragrant. Still quite primary. On the palate, fairly big bodied flavors with dense and concentrated dark berry fruits and lots of dry extract. Fine-grained tannins spread out across the palate, and while this is drinking well it’s still very very young. A powerful and structured Volnay with a lot of power and great length on the finish. I’ll hold my last bottle. (2210 views) | | | Tasted by bill00 on 6/2/2021 & rated 86 points: Monolithic ripe dark cherry fruit. Hard to get a read on this as it feels too young and primary and not giving up a lot. Not overly optimistic though as the fruit comes off as generic ripe Pinot. 86? (3650 views) | | | Tasted by philipop on 8/22/2020 & rated 89 points: Très bien au nez, mais décevant en bouche. (3800 views) | | | Tasted by Mansavage on 6/21/2020 & rated 92 points: My last bottle was corked. This was beautiful in a 2005 way. The fruit is very present but remains retrained by the tannin profile of the vintage. Lots of cassis in the nose with a boysenberry lift to it, quite appealing. The Flavours are round and confident. Engaging. (3947 views) | | | Tasted by WildeMeeuw on 11/16/2019 & rated 89 points: Kleur: Licht, helder robijnrood, duidelijk wat meer gevuld en geconcentreerd dan de recent geproefde 'gewone' Volnay. Aroma / bouquet: Beperkte expressiviteit. Een vooral 'stoer' bouqet. Aardbeienjam, kruiderigheid, ontbijtkoek. Een hint van paddestoelen en truffel. Smaak / Afdronk: Stoere Pinot Noir. De smaakindruk begint met een frisse zuurgraad. Boordevol krachtige, mooi gerijpte tannines. Stevige, stoere eetwijn. Lange afdronk met een helaas net te 'hoekige' en 'harde' finale. Algemeen / potentieel: Aardige, stoere Pinot Noir. Stukkenbeter dan de gewone Volnay. Goed drinkbaar maar met een absoluut belabberde prijs-kwaliteitsverhouding. 50 + Kleur: 5 + Aroma / bouquet: 11 + Smaak / Afdronk: 15 + Algemeen / potentieel: 8 = 89/100
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Color: Light, clear ruby red, clearly a bit more filled and concentrated than the recently tasted 'ordinary' Volnay. Aroma / bouquet: Limited expressiveness. A particularly 'tough' bouqet. Strawberry jam, spiciness, gingerbread. A hint of mushrooms and truffle. Taste / Aftertaste: Tough Pinot Noir. The taste impression starts with a fresh acidity. Full of powerful, beautifully aged tannins. Sturdy, tough eating wine. Long aftertaste with a unfortunately just too 'angular' and 'hard' final. General / potential: Nice, tough Pinot Noir. Better than the normal Volnay. Easy to drink but with an absolutely poor price-quality ratio. 50 + Color: 5 + Aroma / bouquet: 11 + Taste / Finish: 15 + General / potential: 8 = 89/100 (3875 views) | | | Tasted by fcxj on 12/6/2017 & rated 92 points: Rounded, sweet and complete. Lovely. (5239 views) | | | Tasted by Collector1855 on 11/5/2017: During a La Paulée lunch, so only brief impressions. Unlike the stunning 2004 this was still very closed. Wait another few years before opening this. Judgement withheld. (4564 views) | | | Tasted by fcxj on 10/19/2017 & rated 90 points: Wait another 10 years. Liked polish and purity. (3649 views) | | | Tasted by Vini Ciclismo on 6/10/2017 & rated 93 points: Deep dark berry fruit, intense fragrance, floral lift, a little spice.
Youthful intensity, blue and dark red berries, dark spice, strong furry tannins. Powerful and structured, fleshy middle, long finish. Fruit dominates, but there is some nice complexity. Plenty of years ahead. (3880 views) | | | Tasted by KVM on 9/12/2016: Medium plus red. Cherry fruit and floral nose. Great concentration, elegant and balanced on the palate. Very delicious today- really tempting! Knowing the maker and the vintage, this might go for 50 years. (4416 views) | | | Tasted by d'Artagnan on 7/19/2016: Au Pot d'Étain (demi-bouteille)
Nez cerises et cuir. Bouche encore austère, à l'image du millésime. C'est séveux, sérieux, avec une bonne densité. Pas encore prêt, il me semble, ou alors il a besoin de beaucoup d'air. (3698 views) | | | Tasted by Benji La Malice on 1/25/2016 & rated 90 points: too young still closed and concentrated, need five more years at least to try this wine again (4026 views) | | | Tasted by HowardNZ on 11/12/2014 & rated 92 points: Andrew's and Howard's birthday dinner (Hippopotamus Restaurant, Wellington): This wine was double decanted two hours before serving. A bright, primary colour. There are serious, huge tannins, monumental structure and a large volume of fruit here. I suspect that one day, in at least 15 years, this will be a very good wine. I found it a little drying on the finish and thought I picked up a little greenness, but you cannot really assess this wine this young. Definitely a wine to hold, not to open in the next few years. On potential, 92 although it might merit more if it comes together in a few years. (5659 views) | | | Tasted by GFischer on 5/8/2012 & rated 94 points: Restaurant Le Montrachet in Puligny. Beautiful, clear burgundy red. In the nose fine, balanced, aromas of a flowering dry grassland, a bit of beach smoke, nettle, incredibly complex, difficult to distinguish the aromas because of great harmony. On the palate peppery, well balanced tannins and acidity, still enormous potential for the coming years. Finish extremely balanced and lasts forever. This wine is entering it's drinking window but probably still benefits from a few more years of cellaring. (5035 views) | | | Tasted by HandPickedBurgundy on 1/1/2007: From cask: Medium blood/ruby. Full and spicy nose, with a rich fruit base. Great stuff. Fresh full and firm mouth entry with good black fruit. Mid-palate is rich and heavily structured. Very big and very tannic. Will it get there ? One to watch. 5- (?) (5185 views) |
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Decanter, Domaine Michel Lafarge Vertical (11/19/2019)
(Domaine Michel Lafarge, Volnay, 1er Cru Clos des Chênes, Burgundy, France, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Retrospective: Volnay Clos des Chênes, Domaine Michel Lafarge (11/1/2019)
(Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru, Domaine Michel Lafarge, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, 2nd Quarter, 2008, Issue #30
(Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Jan/Feb 2008, Issue #13, Domaine Michel Lafarge’s: Beautiful Volnay “Clos des Chênes”
(Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay “Clos des Chênes”) Login and sign up and see review text. | By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (8/6/2007)
(Dom Michel Lafarge, Clos des Chênes Premier Cru Volnay Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, 2nd Quarter, 2007, Issue #26
(Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, March/April 2007, IWC Issue #131
(Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay Clos des Chenes) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Nov/Dec 2006, Issue #6, The 2005 Burgundy Vintage : Great Reds and Pleasant Whites
(Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay “Clos des Chênes”) Login and sign up and see review text. | By Allen Meadows
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| Domaine Michel Lafarge 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.Clos des ChênesVolnay Premier Cru Clos des Chênes outlineFrance 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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