Parent Bourgogne
July 9, 2009 No comments yet
An excellent entry-level wine from grapes grown in and around Pommard. Will tease you and make you want to try Anne’s better wines.
Parent Bourgogne
July 9, 2009 No comments yet
Anne’s entry-level white wine has been very well received. It is a fine example of a wine that is pleasant to drink, but also stands up to food.
Jean-Luc Joillot Bourgogne Passetoutgrain
June 15, 2009 No comments yet
This wine is the exception in Burgundy. By law, it is two-thirds Gamay and one-third Pinot Noir; so it is the only red wine in Burgundy that is not 100% Pinot Noir. It is very popular because of its low price point and wonderful drinkability.
Francois Leclerc Bourgogne
June 15, 2009 No comments yet
Francois gives me right of first refusal to buy all of his wines. I usually take all he makes. Francois’ style is similar to his father’s style with emphasis on the fruit. Yet, he “americanizes” his wines a little. Those who enjoy American Pinot Noirs are usually very impressed with his wines.
Jean-Luc Joillot Bourgogne Haute Cote de Beaune (blanc)
June 15, 2009 No comments yet
The Chardonnay vineyards for this wine are just barely across the line and into the Haute Cote de Beaune. They are not far from the Clos des Mouches vineyard. This great location gives the wine its creaminess and body.
Rene Leclerc Bourgogne
June 13, 2009 No comments yet
Rene treats this entry-level wine with the same care and quality as his more expensive wines. It has a delicious fruity flavor. One of people’s favorites.
Jean-Luc Joillot Bourgogne Haute Cote de Beaune (rouge)
June 13, 2009 No comments yet
Jean-Luc’s Pinot Noir vineyard is just barely in the Haute Cote, only about 100 meters from the Pommard village line. Maybe that’s why this wine tastes so much like an entry-level Pommard. It’s price point also gives this wine great appeal.
Jean-Luc Joillot Bourgogne
June 13, 2009 No comments yet
This wine tastes bigger than its classification. That’s because all the grapes are grown in the town of Pommard. These declassified grapes produce such a full-bodied, entry-level wine that people call it a “steak lover’s Pinot”.
Tortochot Bourgogne Cuvee Fine Selection
June 12, 2009 No comments yet
New vineyard in Gevrey-Chambertin. Young vines, so Chantal sells it as a Bourgogne, rather than a Gevrey. Basically, this is a declassified Gevrey that represents incredibly high quality for a relatively inexpensive wine. Always one of the first to sell out.
Paul Jouard Bourgogne
June 12, 2009 No comments yet
Always one of the first to sell out. My wife says you could make a best-selling air freshener out of the bouquet of this wine. Incredible value!