seven 97 volnays – not all are magnificent
This was not a bad group of wines, but was frankly dominated by the quality of the Lafon which I would unhesitatingly recommend. It was from a magnum, but then so were many others, so no advantage there. 1997 Camille Giroud, Volnay 1er Carelles It’s… Read More
half a dozen meursault 1ers
1997 Joseph Matrot, Meursault 1er Blagny Medium yellow. An understated though slightly estery nose. The palate is more interesting, it shows real depth, good texture and very nice integrated acidity. Rebuy – Maybe 1997 François & Antoine Jobard, Meursault 1er Poruzots… Read More
The Dijon School…Part II
Now including the the addition of the Côte de Beaune producers. No real text additions vs the last issue except to say ‘Congratulations’ to Carel Voorhuis who we met in the last report – in the last few days of March 2005 he was elected the Président de la… Read More
The Dijon School
Wine as Art? Wine can be like art, it inspires it disappoints. Like art, certain schools come together from time to time. They push the boundaries, share their knowledge and produce art that often defines a new approach… There is a new school in town, one that I’ve christened… Read More