Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne: Focus on the Cote de Nuits Part 2, Chambolle-Musigny and Morey-Saint-Denis

Posted in March 15th, 2008
by Ray in Burgundy, Chambolle-Musigny, France, Morey-Saint-Denis, Pinot Noir

Heading south from Gevrey-Chambertin, the tasters moved to the Grange Hall in the village of Gilly-Les-Citeaux. Here we met with Burgundian producers sampling their Morey and Chambolle from the 2006 vintage along with a few 2005s.
Chambolle is known for supple wines that are approachable in youth while Morey can deliver more power and tannin. That [...]

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Oh Burgundy

Posted in February 28th, 2008
by Ray in Burgundy, Chambolle-Musigny, France, Gevrey-Chambertin, Pinot Noir

Deux Montille Chambolle-Musigny “Les Babilleres” 2005
This is brimming with fresh cherries and surrounded by a silky texture kissed by the taste of oak. The Pinot for this wine was sourced from Les Babilleres, situated between Les Charmes and the N74. Winemaker Alix of the famous De Montille family. Mis en bouteille a Volnay. 13% $51.99 [...]

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