Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
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White |
2012 Henri Germain et Fils Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les FairendesChardonnay more |
5/11/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 93 pointsJean-François Germain's wines are designed for aging, which means that more often than not they give their best only a couple of hours after opening. This is clearly the case for this bottle. Upon opening, the wine exhales of citrus, lime pie, honeysuckle, a hint of honey, but is a bit subdued in the mouth, with a spherical feeling that is typical of Morgeots, but overall a bit strict. After two hours, it opens up greatly, with a very nice, round and long finish, a rich and delicate texture. My feeling is that it is only the beginning and that it should age well for at least 5 more years - only problem is that it is apparently my last bottle! |
Red |
2020 Bruno Rocca Langhe Nebbiolo FraluLanghe DOC more |
5/11/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 91 pointsA besoin d'aération pour s'ouvrir aromatiquement, on a un vin encore un peu serré mais avec du volume, de la fraîcheur, de la mâche et sans dureté. Le bois est perceptible mais pas gênant. |
White - Sweet/Dessert |
2009 Charles Hours Jurançon UroulatPetit Manseng more |
5/11/2024 - steko78 wrote: 90 pointsCe 2009 manque d'acidité à l'ouverture, et n'a pas l'équilibre aérien que j'aime sur Jurançons. Néanmoins 36h plus tard, la bouteille non rebouchée laissée au frigo est plus avenante, je pense que ce millésime a un long potentiel de garde. A suivre |
Red |
2019 Château Grand Corbin-DespagneSt. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend more |
4/27/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsPnP - still young obviously but already approachable, with a juicy mouth feel and refined tannins. Promising and very good value for money. |
Red |
2013 Domaine Bart Chambolle-Musigny Les VéroillesPinot Noir more |
4/7/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 94 pointsSuperbe bouteille, nez expressif, mélange de fruits rouges et noirs, pot-pourri, pointe menthe, moka, fumé. La bouche est tendue, portée par des tanins fins et crayeux, enrobés par une matière sensuelle au fruit encore éclatant, c’est long et relance en bouche. On est sur un niveau de beau premier cru, comme toujours avec cette parcelle chez Bart. 94+ |
Red |
2019 Domaine Joseph Voillot Pommard Vieilles VignesPinot Noir more |
4/6/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsJust copy and paste the previous tasting note. |
Red |
2006 Dupont-Tisserandot Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux St. JacquesPinot Noir more |
3/23/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 90 pointsTasted over 4 hours, it will evolve aromatically. Initially, discreet cherry background, undergrowth, hint of mocha, touch of menthol, quite complex, moderately intense. The palate is smooth, with melted tannins, good volume, moderately long finish. After 4 hours, we lose the fruit to grilled cep mushrooms, undergrowth, more pronounced mocha. Interesting, lacking a touch of fruit to reach excellence. Rated 90-91. |
Red |
2008 Domaine Amiot-Servelle Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les CharmesPinot Noir more |
3/9/2024 - steko78 Likes this wine: 90 pointsUpon opening, a rather discreet and somewhat elusive nose with a metallic note, then unfolds into blackberry bush, a hint of rose, tea, and a trace of undergrowth, all while remaining quite subtle. The palate is rather medium-bodied, delicate with the same aromas, and the finish highlights tea; it is pleasant without being very long. Lacks substance due to the vintage, but the acidity remains well-contained. Rated 90-91. |
White |
2010 Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La RomanéeChardonnay more |
12/31/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 91 pointsThe nose is typical of the estate: evolved Chardonnay notes with a pronounced oak aging that has now blended, saline and toasty notes, cheese rind, a hint of chanterelle mushroom, buttery note. The salty (mineral) aspect leads some to think of Chablis. The palate is rather sharp with energy and a quite powerful finish. It's good but lacks fruit in my opinion to reach excellence. 91 |
White |
2017 Henri Germain et Fils Meursault Le LimozinChardonnay more |
12/31/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsOpened for dinner without prior aeration, it is closed, and is much better the next day at noon: typical nose of the estate, white flowers, pears, touch of butter, hint of almond. The palate is rather round, very indulgent, beautiful fruit expression. 91-92 |
Red |
2011 Château Durfort-VivensMargaux Red Bordeaux Blend more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 91 pointsNot drunk since purchase, at the time I really appreciated the finesse of the tannins. Well, I enjoyed this wine, not decanted, which has not evolved much with aeration. The aromatic aspect is not its strong point, as it lacks a bit of fruit, leaning more towards leather, menthol, hints of bell pepper, and a background of plum. However, in the mouth, it has volume and tension, with ultra-fine tannins that stretch the palate, with those same notes of leather, menthol, bell pepper, and plum in the background. So yes, it lacks a bit of depth and fruit to play a leading role, but honestly, it's quite enjoyable, carried by a very beautiful structure." |
Red |
2019 Sadie Family ColumellaSwartland Shiraz Blend, Syrah more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 93 pointsVery fresh and deep nose, red fruit coulis; the palate is both fresh and concentrated, displaying a very nice balance. A pleasant surprise. |
Red |
2004 Domaine Rossignol Trapet ChambertinChambertin Grand Cru Pinot Noir more |
12/1/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 96 pointsGreat terroirs stand out against weak vintages. In a blind tasting, the whole table, including some formidable and renowned tasters, suggests ripe vintages (2009, even 2003). I end up telling them that they're out of their depth and that this is the worst red vintage of the last 20 years... |
Red |
2006 Domaine Alain Burguet Chambertin-Clos de BèzeChambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru Pinot Noir more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 94 pointsVery spicy nose, slight hint of leather, floral, morello cherry. |
Red |
2011 Domaine Robert Groffier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les AmoureusesPinot Noir more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 95 pointsBlind-tasted in a long series. The nose is a bit reserved, but the palate is magnificent, spherical, with finesse, silky tannins, and vibrant energy. Rating: 95. |
Red |
2013 Domaine Joseph Voillot Pommard 1er Cru Les PèzerollesPinot Noir more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 90 pointsServed just after opening. Very fragrant nose, somewhat reminiscent of cherry eau de vie, with hints of spices. Tangy palate, lacking a bit in structure, with a dry finish. Rated 90, mainly due to the finish. |
Red |
2014 Giuseppe E Figlio Mascarello Barolo VilleroNebbiolo more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsNose evocative of Nebbiolo: flowers, licorice. Delicate palate, fresh, with tannins sufficiently integrated for a Barolo. Rated 92. |
Red |
2009 Castello di Ama Chianti Classico RiservaChianti Classico DOCG Sangiovese Blend, Sangiovese more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsFresh nose with meaty notes, ink, and black cherry. Refreshing and pleasant palate, with a slightly tannic finish. Rated 92-93. |
Red |
1985 Château PoujeauxMoulis en Médoc Red Bordeaux Blend more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 94 pointsBottle served just after opening. Evolved Bordeaux nose with leather, tobacco, undergrowth, and plum. Palate completely integrated, fresh with smoky notes. A very beautiful Poujeaux, delivering the pleasure of Bordeaux classicism! Rated 94-95. |
Red |
2003 Château Léoville BartonSt. Julien Red Bordeaux Blend more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 95 pointsBeautiful Bordeaux nose from a ripe and mature vintage, deep but sensual, rather black fruit, blackberry note in particular, graphite. Dense, suave and juicy on the palate, retaining its freshness. 95 |
White |
2017 Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Clos WindsbuhlAlsace more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 93 pointsMagnificent nose, spicy, with fine terpene notes and citrus peel. Broad palate with a presence of gas, a delicate acidic structure, and a somewhat austere finish with hints of quinine. Rated 93. |
White |
2019 Domaine Gourt de Mautens (Jérôme Bressy) Vaucluse BlancWhite Rhone Blend more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Does not like this wine: 88 pointsNose marked by strong volatile acidity with a clear acetic edge. Palate is soft and very aromatic, almost muscat-like. The overall balance is off. |
White |
2015 Domaine Yves Cuilleron Condrieu VernonViognier more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 92 pointsSouth-Eastern nose, Catalan cream, spices, honey, peach, apricot. Viscous and rich palate, nevertheless gaining a bit more lightness with aeration. Rated 92. |
White |
2012 Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin Chablis Grand Cru GrenouillesChardonnay more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 90 pointsSuperb nose: pear, candied fruits, herbs, Catalan cream. Palate doesn't live up to the nose, quite rich with a slightly bitter finish. Disappointment with this bottle. |
White |
2010 Buisson-Charles Meursault Les TessonsChardonnay more |
12/17/2023 - steko78 Likes this wine: 91 pointsNose dominated by pastry and buttery notes. Dense, slightly oily palate with hints of pear, honeysuckle, and strong ripe acidity. Good length. Rated 91-92. |