Tag: en primeur
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Brunello 2020 En Primeur: Critic Thoughts
Following on from a critically acclaimed vintage such as 2019, is no mean feat, especially when the 2020 vintage unravelled amongst the unprecedented challanges of Covid-19 and various lockdowns. So, what are the leading critics thoughts on the latest vintage and its wines? The Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner proclaimed in her article ...
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Brunello di Montalcino 2020 Vintage Review
Winter 2019/20 was dry and mild with hardly any rainfall. Spring continued in the same vein; little rain followed by a flurry of snow in late March. Despite early budding, there was minimal frost damage and where there was some, it was isolated to the lower lying vineyards. June saw significant rainfall which replenished the water table and ...
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A Guide to Brunello di Montalcino
Located in the province of Siena, 30 miles south of the city with the same name, the medieval village of Montalcino sits atop a jigsaw puzzle of vineyards and cypress trees that encircle the town. It can be said it is the most famous DOCG in Tuscany (perhaps for the exception of Chianti) and is considered the prize jewel in Tuscany’s crown. ...
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Burgundy 2023 En Primeur Buying Recommendations
The Bon Coeur Buying Team have highlighted their top white and red Burgundies from the 2023 vintage; where juicy, luscious, and energetic white and red wines brimming with life have been produced. Our buying recommendations are split into three categories (per 6x75cl respectively): Under £150 Between £150-£300 Over £300 (excluding Grand Cru...
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Burgundy 2023 Vintage Review
Burgundy 2023 En Primeur: A Dynamic Duo It’s a pleasure to present our 2023 Burgundy En Primeur report. Andrew and I were once again delighted to return to Burgundy (visiting the Côte d’Or and the Mâconnais), as well as taking new Private Client Team member, Ronald Buchanan, on his maiden voyage to the region, to get to grips with the latest...