Category Archives: Gevrey-Chambertin

Focus on Arlaud

Posted on April 10, 2008 by RJ

Domaine Arlaud Bourgogne Roncevie 2006 Give it time to open and then the cherries and earthy character will show. Plenty of acidity and a touch of tannin. Sourced from the lieux-dit Roncevie in Gevrey. Mis a Morey Saint Denis 12.5% … Continue reading →

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Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne: Focus on the Cote de Nuits Part 1, Gevrey-Chambertin

Posted on March 14, 2008 by RJ

Day 2 at Les Grands Jours provided an opportunity to assess the wines from the Cote-d’Or’s northern half. This is the territory famous for Pinot Noir. Gevrey-Chambertin has long been known for its muscular Pinot Noir. Such Pinot is a … Continue reading →

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Oh Burgundy

Posted on February 28, 2008 by RJ

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 … Continue reading →

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California and Burgundy Head-to-Head

Posted on November 12, 2007 by RJ

Vincent Girardin Rully 1er Cru Les Cloux 2005 Very nice. Vinifié, élevé et mis en bouteille a Meursault 13.5% $24.99 at K&L Vincent Girardin .com Chateau Montelena Napa Valley Chardonnay 2005 My notes from previous bottles of the 2004 and … Continue reading →

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Sonoma County Harvest Fair Red Wine Sweepstakes Winner and More

Posted on October 11, 2007 by RJ

This flight features Pinot all day. The first wine won Best of Class and went onto win the big award. The second is a red Burgundy from a top producer. Wines 3 and 4 were in the running for the … Continue reading →

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