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| Drinking window: Drink between 2012 and 2017 (based on 9 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 88.7 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 11 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Fat Lips on 12/19/2013 & rated 89 points: Decanted for about an hour. The color is a light red with a tinge of orange. The nose is earthy with aromas of truffle and bacon, which is very appealing. The palate shows soil, truffle, tobacco, raspberry, and a hint of licorice. There are also some vegetal notes and some sour cherry appearing at finish. The acidity is medium but smooth, the tannins are low, and the finish is medium. Overall it is made well, it is more earthy than fruity, and because of its acidity, it should work well with grilled meat. I think it still has a year or two to improve. (1285 views) | | | Tasted by JVG on 11/22/2013 & rated 85 points: Color: Bright cherry red with a touch of orange at the edge.
Nose: A bit shy. Some juicy red fruit aromas of cherry, cranberry, and raspberry, and a slight flinty/smoky mineral note.
Mouthfeel: Light bodied, leaning toward the thin side.
Palate: Very light and subtle. Tart, slightly crunchy red pinot fruit, and again a hint of mineral. Seems maybe a bit underripe, though, which is disappointing as I thought the Hautes-Cotes might be a nice value and exceed expectations in this ripe vintage. There's nothing wrong with it, and it would be a nice quaffer at a barbecue or party with a bit of a chill on it. There's just not much intensity, complexity, or length. Simple, light pinot and not a great value at $20. (1225 views) | | | Tasted by zscheiner on 11/11/2013: This was better than my last bottle right out of the chute. Nice depth and intensity at this level, great QPR. (1291 views) | | | Tasted by zscheiner on 9/20/2013 & rated 88 points: Day 1: Dark berry nose with a healthy dash of oak spice. Medium bodied with medium+ acidity. Mix of ripe and tart plum and berry fruit, more body and intensity than I expect for this level. Some chalky tannin and a long tart finish. Nice but a bit disjointed with a very tart finish. Benefits from air and probably a couple of years in the bottle. 87
Day 2: Gassed and left half bottle overnight. Similar impression but components better integrated. 88 (1377 views) | | | Tasted by Votefordennis on 7/25/2012 & rated 90 points: More fruit flavors than terroir, thin bodied, good with food. (1984 views) | | | Tasted by SanFranSoxFan04 on 3/28/2012 & rated 90 points: I did not get the pepper flavor as before, this bottle was far more floral and delicate, very enjoyable at this price. (1769 views) | | | Tasted by danstrings on 3/25/2012 & rated 88 points: A nice '09, balanced and good deep fruit, great food wine. (1206 views) | | | Tasted by zscheiner on 2/9/2012 & rated 88 points: 2009 Mongeard-Mugnerets (Vin Vino Wine, Palo Alto, CA): Tart red fruit and baking spice on the nose. Light bodied with medium acidity. Cranberry and tart cherry, bit of earth. Lean but nice. (1321 views) | | | Tasted by SanFranSoxFan04 on 2/9/2012 & rated 90 points: Floral and fruity nose,
A lot of pepper flavor, and oak. Light bodied though, dry. Good value. (1486 views) |
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U.S. Importer (Addt'l Info)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
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