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French Frustration

Jacob Gaffney  in Red Wines, Pinot Noir, White Wines, Chardonnay , ,

Wines from Burgundy are made with Chardonnay for whites and Pinot Noir for reds. But, like many French regions, the struggle has been for a consistent wine at a decent price.

All of the whites came from the 2004 harvest, the reds, some still not in bottle for retail, from the 2005. Remember that. The 2004 Burgundy whites are crisp and clean, metallic, citrus and vanilla. Touch of honey in the grapes infected with mild rot.

The 2005 are uplifting and fresh, fruit-forward and funky. Tannic but not tart. Memorable. The ‘estate’ wines can age for at least ten years yet. Both outstanding wines from outstanding vintages.

2004 Burgundy White: 9.0.
2005 Burgundy Red: 9.1

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