Wine News / Burgundy White

Let's explore some noteworthy wines from DRC, each offering a unique expression of terroir :

1. Vosne-Romanée 1er cru Cuvée Duvault-Blochet: A vintage child, showcasing juicy raspberry and strawberry notes with sinewy undertones. Primarily available for the on-trade market.

2. Corton: With an appealing fruitiness on the nose and palate, this wine boasts a light framework, albeit lacking a definitive flavor punch.

3. Échézeaux: A significant improvement, offering crisp red fruit flavors with subtle incense hints and a reasonable finish.

4. Grands-Échézeaux: With wild notes on the nose and a well-composed palate, this wine presents a harmonious blend of dark and red fruits, culminating in a tingling finish.

5. Romanée-Saint-Vivant: Graceful and delicate, with mouth-watering sweet spices and a plethora of juicy red fruit flavors, this wine captivates with its singing length.

6. Richebourg: A robust counterpart to Romanée-Saint-Vivant, showcasing vivid herbaceous aromas mingled with dark meaty notes, albeit needing time to settle.

7. La Tâche: A sheer marvel, exuding ripe red fruits, zesty acidity, and whispering tannins, dancing across the palate with persistent delicacy and an immensely satisfying finish.

8. Romanée-Conti: The epitome of legend and lore, this wine boasts a sumptuous nose and a firm, concentrated palate, distinguished by its structured power and deep flavor profile.

9. Corton-Charlemagne: With a lemon-gold hue and a rich, buttery nose, this wine offers tropical and citrus fruit flavors, polished with precision and culminating in a long, satisfying finish.
   
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Chardonnay enthusiasts, let's talk about the tumultuous journey of this beloved grape. Back in the 1980s, a rebellion known as "Anything But Chardonnay" (ABC) emerged, fueled by dissatisfaction with overly oaked and extracted renditions. Winemakers, too, altered their approaches in response to the fervor, often sacrificing flavor for neutrality.

Yes, there was excess, especially among New World producers—think vibrant yellow Aussie Chardonnays reminiscent of liquidized canaries and Californian wines that could double as morning toast spreads. But amidst the chaos, winemakers strove to create memorable expressions.

However, this movement towards neutrality paved the way for Pinot Gris's rise. Yet, Chardonnay's renaissance was inevitable. By the late 1990s and early 2000s, winemakers pursued a new ideal: the "Burgundian" Chardonnay. Burgundy, Chardonnay's birthplace, produces a diverse spectrum of styles, from the steely unoaked wines of Chablis to the opulent richness of Meursault. Each appellation offers a unique flavor profile, reflecting Burgundy's terroir-rich landscape.

But let's not forget the price tag—Burgundy's Chardonnays are notoriously expensive, from the top-tier collectibles to the more accessible bottles. Yet, they remain the pinnacle of Chardonnay craftsmanship, sought after by collectors worldwide.