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 Vintage2015 Label 1 of 43 
TypeRed
ProducerAlain Hudelot-Noëllat (web)
VarietyPinot Noir
Designationn/a
Vineyardn/a
CountryFrance
RegionBurgundy
SubRegionCôte de Nuits
AppellationVosne-Romanée

Drinking Windows and Values
Drinking window: Drink between 2019 and 2027 (based on 5 user opinions)
Wine Market Journal quarterly auction price: See Hudelot Noellat Vosne Romanee on the Wine Market Journal.

Community Tasting History

Community Tasting Notes (average 89.7 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 21 notes) - hiding notes with no text

 Tasted by jnewman77 on 4/13/2024: This was good, but still needs some time; the nose was reduced initially; decanted for 20 min and it blew off; showed classic Vosne spice, red cherry, raspberry, and violet. Palate is still a bit tight with notable tannins. Once these integrate fully this will be better. Has plenty of fruit and stuffing for at least another 5-10 so hopefully the tannins fade some by then. (208 views)
 Tasted by melvinyeowq on 11/18/2023 & rated 91 points: Rousseau dinner at Jade Palace: Easy to pick this out as the outlier with the floral, five-spiced laden perfume. Consistent with my previous impression, very pleasurable without being too complex. Superb nose but lacked the depth of the better plots tonight despite my affection for wines of this ilk. (818 views)
 Tasted by asparagus on 1/4/2023 & rated 92 points: Very primary. Rich fruit, decent acid, good strcuture and on the red fruited spectrum. Lovely. (1117 views)
 Tasted by Burgundy Al on 7/19/2022 & rated 89 points: Sommelier Scholarship Fund Tasting (Popina - Brooklyn NY): Walk around tasting. So pretty and charming, this is prototypically Vosne with its all red fruit and Asian five spice. Good+ depth and weight for its level, so good now. Great Village level wine. (2692 views)
 Tasted by JOHNKELLYROBINSON@GMAIL.COM on 7/19/2022 & rated 85 points: 5 (1415 views)
 Tasted by Rgentile on 7/10/2022 & rated 91 points: Nose of red fruits, spice and earth. Ripe dark red fruits and some spice notes on the palate. But this is fresh, lip smacking good juice! Primary and tbh unsure if the wine will ever shed that profile…similar to other 15’s Ive had. Regardless drinking well and very enjoyable! (1327 views)
 Tasted by Teaky on 11/10/2021: Floral brambly nose with a hint of vanilla, this was nice and primary but seems to need more time best glass was at the end very fruit forward, red fruited. (1539 views)
 Tasted by melvinyeowq on 4/18/2021: Quick drinks while collecting wine: My favourite out of the three Vosnes. Best nose by far, the kind that only Burgundy can bring with a mixture of glorious red fruits and a gorgeous floral perfume. On the palate it has great depth for a village, and the finish is wonderfully persistent. (1763 views)
 Tasted by fcxj on 11/24/2020 & rated 90 points: Quaffable. (1808 views)
 Tasted by probraided on 9/15/2020 & rated 92 points: Great wine. A lot of stuffing. Too young; should have given it another 3-5 years. Premier cru level imo. (1550 views)
 Tasted by Maine wine guy on 11/28/2019 & rated 87 points: Lackluster wine. Clean and auster are the only thing I can say. Nothing subtle or haunting. Just plain "meh." Based on the hype. very disappointed. (2314 views)
 Tasted by B Paul on 1/27/2019: Showed a touch of reduction initially but just for a minute. Drinking well now, and should continue to do so for the next 10+ years. (2348 views)
 Tasted by vine farmer on 10/19/2018: Delicious and suave, although I found myself wishing it was a bit more engaging. Perhaps more forward enjoyment as opposed to interest from nuance and and a subtle unfurling. Hold, although this will not disappoint now. (2398 views)
 Tasted by fcxj on 9/25/2018 & rated 88 points: Some reduction. Juicy red fruit, bit of sophistication. Even better on day 2, a bit chilled. (2300 views)
 Tasted by fcxj on 9/15/2018 & rated 88 points: Solid table wine. (2141 views)
 Tasted by fcxj on 8/10/2018 & rated 90 points: Quite delicious. Juicy, spicy and textured. (1804 views)
 Tasted by sbfoote on 4/2/2018 & rated 90 points: Spicy red fruit nose, tight and not particularly expressive, cherry and raspberry w some minerals on the palate, great balance and purity. Needs time. (1700 views)
 Tasted by jfpwine on 3/10/2018 & rated 91 points: Vibrant Ruby color. Forward nose of red fruit, with distinct spice on the backend. Medium+ body of red berries and spice, backed up by medium tannins. Medium+ finish. Delicious but not yet fully integrated in my opinion. I understand that it is very young but I had to try one... (1378 views)
 Tasted by alanr on 3/3/2018 & rated 90 points: Medium light body, nice medium depth cherry, good acidity, very nice. (1661 views)
 Tasted by Burgundy Al on 3/3/2018: La Paulée de San Francisco - Grand Tasting (The Fairmont - San Francisco CA): Tasting, brief note. Ripe red cherry and berry throughout with a charming weightlessness for its level. Very long and texturally exciting. Excellent Villages wine. (2660 views)

Professional 'Channels'
By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, Red Burgundy '16 & '15: Superb Vintages, Different Styles (Jan 2018) (1/18/2018)
(Domaine Hudelot-noëllat Vosne-romanée Red) Subscribe to see review text.
By Allen Meadows
Burghound, Jan-18, Issue #69
(Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat Vosne-Romanée Villages Red) Subscribe to see review text.
By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (1/9/2017)
(Dom Hudelot-Noëllat Vosne-Romanée Red) Subscribe to see review text.
By Allen Meadows
Burghound, Jan-17, Issue #65
(Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat Vosne-Romanée Villages Red) Subscribe to see review text.
By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, The 2015 Red Burgundies: You Are So Going To Want Them (Jan 2017) (1/1/2017)
(Domaine Hudelot-noëllat Vosne-romanée) Subscribe to see review text.
By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Nov/Dec 2016, Issue #66, The 2015 Burgundy Vintage: A Very Ripe and Heterogeneous Year
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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.com

Burgundy

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.info

Vosne-Romanée

Vosne Romanée is one of the smallest wine villages in Burgundy. The wines possess diverse characteristics, but they can generally be 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.
Map on weinlagen-infos

 
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