Focus on White Burgundy Tasting and Sale - Sat, Aug 21, 1-4 pm

Auxey Duresses, Burgundy, Chardonnay, Events, France, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Sale, Sustainable, Tasting, White Wine No Responses »
Aug 192010

Rémi Jobard is the “intelligent and dynamic son” of Charles Jobard, the brother of Francois, and this domaine, now being run by Rémi “is truly a family run operation, with Rémi’s mother doing all the bottling by hand”… that is indeed an ” up and coming estate”. With the scores in the low 90s from The Wine Advocate, and up to 94 points in The Wine Spectator, and rave reviews in the French press, the secret is now definitely out on Remi Jobard. And why not, when he makes such delicious expressions from such great Meursault parcels that too often these days are not always producing the exciting wines that can potentially be made? In fact, when one starts tasting through his offerings, it is amazing just how great his Bourgogne is – it tastes like a really excellent Meursault. Then he makes three sensational and unique Meursaults from three different lieu dits: the Sous la Velle is rich, plump, and long with lovely balance; the En Luraule (a parcel adjoining Premier Cru Goutte D’Or and resembles that Cru) – very rich and golden buttery (thus Goutte D’Or) – while the Chevalieres from 55+ year old vines is very structured, firm, and complex, benefiting from extra time in bottle.

The three Premier Crus are also exceptional for their expressiveness, but add to this their weight and character. The Poruzots is the most opulent and forward, with a real wallop of unctuous, juicy Meursault fruit. The parcel they own is situated at the top, adjoining Genevrieres. The Genevrieres parcel of Jobard is very old vines and here Jobard makes his most minerally, terroir-filled Meursault; but never at the expense of richness and depth. Finally, the Charmes, presents a culmination, it seems, a synthesis of all the strong points of all his other wines in a package of near pure perfection. To capture all of the texture and nuance Remi now also bottles all of his wines without filtration sixteen months after vintage. There is no telling how great his domaine can become. – Peter Weygandt

On the 2007 vintage. Rémi Jobard said that he began picking his pinot on September 2nd, noting that the crop was relatively clean except for a bit of botrytis in Santenots. As to the style of the wines, he compares his ’07s to his ’04s, observing that they have the same underlying tension and that they will probably evolve the same way. (BH)

On Jobard-Chabloz. Rémi Jobard (see Domaine Rémi Jobard above) started a small négoce in 2002 with one wine, expanded it in 2003 to 600 cases, grew it again in 2004 but cut back in 2005. In 2006 he expanded it considerably and then continued this scale in 2007. All of the wines are purchased in grapes or must and Jobard treats these exactly as he treats the domaine wines. In particular I call your attention to the villages level wines from Meursault as they offer excellent quality at an attractive price. (BH)

Come join us this Saturday, August 21st, from 12PM until 4PM to sample these exquisite white Burgundies and pick some up at exceptional prices. The Lineup:

Jobard-Chabloz Auxey Duresses 2007, List Price $39.99, Sale Price $26.99 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13% abv – Sustainable - A very fresh and mildly rustic nose of green fruit and earth tones leads to citrusy middle weight flavors that possess reasonably good detail and a pretty touch of minerality that adds to the appeal of the delicious, round and tension-filled finish. While not an elegant wine, it’s very Auxey in character. – Rated 87 Points, Burghound

Jobard-Chabloz Meursault Le Limozin 2007, List Price $49.99, Sale Price $36.99 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13.4% abv – Sustainable - A nose of classic Meursault aromas that include hazelnut and ripe orchard fruit aromas plus a hint of honeysuckle that moves into richer, fuller and more generous middle weight flavors blessed with a touch of minerality on the intense, driving and palate staining finish. Terrific quality at this level and highly recommended. – Rated 91 Points, Burghound

Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault En Luraule 2007, List Price $68.99, Sale Price $48.99 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13% abv – Sustainable - A slightly more elegant nose that is airy, layered and a bit more complex as well with good ripeness to the mostly orchard fruit aromas that slide gracefully into detailed, precise and impressively intense flavors that have enough dry extract to stain the palate on the persistent finish. Very solid quality for villages level juice and worth a look. – Rated 89 Points, Burghound

Jobard-Chabloz Meursault Clos du Cromin 2007, List price $46.99, Sale Price $33.99 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13% abv – Sustainable - This is ever-so-slightly riper with a delicate application of wood toast framing green fruit, white flower and a note of roasted nuts serving as an interesting introduction to the textured, round and relatively generous flavors that possess a citrusy and intense finish that is impressively long for a villages level wine. Recommended. – Rated 90 Points, Burghound

Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault 1er Cru Les Poruzots Dessus 2007, List Price $74.99, Sale Price $59.99 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13.4% abv – Sustainable - A slightly riper nose of green fruit and soil tones trimmed in a discreet touch of wood flows seamlessly into rich, full, powerful and tautly muscled broad-shouldered flavors that possess fine intensity and this is very Poruzots in character in that it offers excellent flavor authority if not necessarily great elegance, all wrapped in a sappy, indeed almost chewy finish of admirable length. This should age very well. – Rated 91 Points, Burghound

Jobard-Chabloz Puligny-Montrachet Les Nosroyes 2007, List price $54.99, Sale Price $41.00 – Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 13% abv – Sustainable - From a little-known site below Puligny Perrieres, Jobard-Chabloz’s 2007 Puligny-Montrachet Les Nosroyes smells lusciously of peach, apricot, and fresh lime. Alkaline and chalky elements as well as a hint of cherry pit lend a certain attractive bit of austerity to balance the wine’s juicy primary fruit, and an animal fat-like sense of richness and mysterious meatiness add to an already fascinating and delicious finish. This strikes me as probably best enjoyed over the next 3-5 years. I tasted several of Remi Jobard’s 2007s from barrel very early on; then tasted through most of his range very recently in his absence, and without the benefit of his commentary on the finished wines. He began picking September 1, so that the issue of preserving vivacity that so concerned him in 2006 was certainly moot, but this collection displays a dominance of mineral characteristics that – taken along with its bright citricity and “cool” herbal notes – is bound to strike some tasters as too lean, and downright austere. For my taste, the fascination and grip on exhibit here is more than compensatory for any restraint in overt ripeness, and in any case, concerning the admirable concentration and craftsmanship exhibited here I believe there can be no question. - Rated 90 Points, The Wine Advocate

Sale prices last through Saturday, August 21, 2010.

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The French Word for Barbecue is, um, Barbecue - Saturday Tasting and Sale - August 14, 2010

Biodynamic, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Cinsault, Cotes du Luberon, Côtes du Rhône, Counoise, Events, France, Grenache, Merlot, Miscellaneous, Organic, Provence, Red Wine, Rhône, Roussillon, Sale, Sustainable, Tasting, Vaucluse No Responses »
Aug 122010

According to that resource for all knowledge that does not need to be fact-checked, Wikipedia, the origin of the word barbecue, at least according to folk etymology, “is derived from the French language. The story goes that French visitors to the Caribbean saw a pig being cooked whole and described the method as barbe à queue, meaning from beard to tail. The French word for barbecue is also barbecue, . . .” but whatever the origin of the word, the French, like us, certainly do enjoy a good barbecue, and when they do, they often reach for a gutsy bottle of red from one of the Mediterranean regions to wash down their grilled beast. With Labor Day fast approaching we thought it would be a good time to show off some well-priced reds from France that will pair nicely with a variety of food off the grill. Come join us this Saturday, August 14th, from 12PM until 4PM to sample these tasty values and pick some up at discounted prices. The Lineup:

Saint-Damien Cotes du Rhone “La Bouveau” 2008, List Price $14.99, Sale Price $12.69 – Rhone, France – Syrah, Cinsault – 14% abv – Sustainable - The 2008 Cotes du Rhone Le Bouveau (a blend of Syrah and Cinsault) offers a vibrant assortment of black fruit, herb, and earthy aromas and flavors in a medium-bodied, silky package.

Domaine de Fontenille Cotes du Luberon 2007, List Price $14.99, Sale Price $12.69 – Provence, France – 70% Grenache, 30% Syrah – 14% abv – Sustainable - “This has been a consistent winner from importer Peter Weygandt since he first brought the Domaine du Fontenille to the attention of American wine consumers in the early nineties. A blend of 70% Grenache (50- to 60-year-old vines) and 30% Syrah, yields are kept modest, and the wine is aged in concrete tanks for over a year prior to being bottled without filtration. A super-aromatic example of the vintage, the 2007 exhibits loads of pepper, earth, black cherry, and dusty, loamy soil notes. The wine’s fruit, earthiness, and spiciness are all classic characteristics of Provence. Seriously endowed and medium to full-bodied with excellent purity and depth, this Cotes du Luberon should drink well for 2-3 years. ” Rated 88 Points, The Wine Advocate

Les Aphillanthes Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2007, List Price $13.99, Sale Price $11.89 – Rhone, France – 40% Merlot, 30% Syrah, 30% Grenache – 14% abv – Biodynamic - “A blend of Syrah, Merlot, and Grenache, the 2007 Vin de Pays possesses straightforward, crunchy, chunky, juicy notes of kirsch, black currants, licorice, and loamy soil undertones. This fresh, lively, bistro-styled red sells for a song.” Rated 87 Points, The Wine Advocate

Domaine Font Sarade Ventoux 2009, List Price $13.99, Sale Price $11.89 – Vaucluse, Rhone, France – 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache – 14.5% abv – Sustainable - From the heart of the Vaucluse, inviting aromas of red fruit intertwined with Provencal herbs and subtle spice, with a supple texture. Excellent value here, cleanly made with no rusticity.

Domaine Alary La Grange Daniel 2007, List Price $14.99, Sale Price $12.69 – Rhone, France – Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon, Counoise – 14% abv – Sustainable - It is a classic Mediterranean-styled red revealing loads of lavender, roasted Provencal herbs, licorice, and sweet blackberry and black currant fruit. The greatness of the vintage, even at this low pedigree and bargain-basement price point, comes through brilliantly with the purity, freshness, and deep kirsch, blackberry, and cherry flavors. This is a seamless, medium to full-bodied, beautifully pure, character-filled vin de pays.” Rated 89 Points, The Wine Advocate

Domaine Gardies Mas Las Cabes Cotes du Roussillon 2008, List Price $16.99, Sale Price $13.99 – Roussillon, France – 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% Carignan – 13.5% abv – Organic - Fermented in cement tanks and older barriques. Loads of focused, juicy red raspberry and cherry fruit aromas, along with hints of chocolate and cedar, and the region’s distinctive spice character greet the palate. An excellent all-around table wine.

Posted by Weygandt Wines at 7:23 pm

Chablis Winemaker Tasting with Francois Servin, Saturday Tasting & Sale

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Aug 052010

It was late June that Weygandt Wines hosted a dinner at Dino to showcase Domaine Servin’s excellent 2008 vintage Chablis. Just by chance, Francois is coming to America and we’ve arranged to have him in our wine shop on Saturday, August 7th, to pour a selection of his wines and to answer your questions.

“François Servin, along with his Australian brother-in-law Mark Cameron, direct the operations of this 30 ha domaine. Cameron’s succinct take on 2008 was that while 2008 has ‘turned out very well, had in not been for the cool and dry weather coupled with a good north wind in September, we might have been looking at a very different outcome. We began picking on the 29th of September and brought in very clean fruit with relatively thick skins, which was also courtesy of the wind. Potential alcohols averaged around 12.5% but we did have a few wines come in close to 13%. The alcoholics [alcoholic fermentations] were relatively long and I attribute this to the fact that the harvest weather was quite cool so naturally the grapes, and therefore the must, were also quite cool. We stirred the lees for longer than usual to try and add flesh to the wines because the acidity, even post-malo, is on the high side. The interesting thing is that from a tasting perspective, even with the high acidity the concentration is such that you don’t really notice the structure. I think the ’08s will be great in time as it’s an old style vintage but the acid is ripe.’ As I have reported in the past, Cameron has been an advocate for decreasing the amount of wood used and he has been successful in this regard as it is considerably less than in the past and this trend continued in 2008 as both the Preuses and the Blanchots were raised in 100% stainless. By contrast, the Les Clos and Bougros are 100% raised in oak though not necessarily new wood.” – Burghound

Please join us this Saturday, August 7th, at Weygandt Wines, from 1PM until 4PM to meet winemaker Francois Servin, taste stunning Chablis, and take some home with you at special pricing! The Lineup:

Domaine Servin Petit Chablis 2008, Regular Price $22.99, Sale Price $19.54 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “This is on the ripe side for the appellation as there are hints of exotic fruit on the otherwise very fresh nose that leads to lemon-suffused flavors that possess good energy on the clean and bright finish. This offers very solid quality for its level and is worth a look.” - Rated 87 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis Premiere Cuvee Les Pargues 2008, Regular Price $24.99, Sale Price $21.24 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “. . . offering up notes of white orchard fruit and oyster shell notes that carry over to the delicious, intense and sappy middle weight flavors that culminate in a citrusy and lingering finish.” – Rated 87-89 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis Vieilles Vignes Selection Massale 2008, Regular Price $25.99, Sale Price $22.09 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “A discreet if not invisible touch of wood sets off fresh, intense and layered aromas of green fruit, sea breeze and wet stone that introduce concentrated and quite serious medium-bodied flavors that culminate in a balanced, linear, precise and intensely mineral-driven finish. This is very much fashioned in the old school style of Chablis made in the 1980s. Recommended.” – Rated 88-91 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux 2008, Regular Price $33.99, Sale Price $28.89 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “Classic Chablis aromas of iodine, green fruit and sea weed precede the powerful and well-muscled if not elegant flavors brimming with dry extract that do a fine job of buffering the firm acid spine that underpins the driving and bone dry finish.” – Rated 90-92 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2008, Regular Price $33.99, Sale Price $28.89 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “A deft touch of wood allows the citrus and floral aromas liberally laced with seashore nuances to gracefully introduce powerful yet elegant and beautifully focused flavors brimming with extract and a very fine minerality that stain the palate on the balanced, pure and vibrant finish. Lovely.” – Rated 91-93 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis Grand Cru Bougerots 2008, Regular Price $65.99, Sale Price $56.09 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “Like the Butteaux, this offers terrific character and complexity if limited elegance and finesse on the orchard fruit, lemon and orange zest plus tidal pool hints that continue on the big, rich and impressively powerful large-scaled flavors that possess a seductively textured mouth feel on the equally long but actually deeper finish. Though not as pretty, this is presently every bit as interesting as the Blanchots.” – Rated 91-94 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2008, Regular Price $66.99, Sale Price $56.94 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “A similar nose of white flower and citrus nuances is enhanced by white peach and spiced pear notes that are in perfect keeping with the extremely rich and full-bodied flavors blessed with buckets of extract that renders the firm core of ripe acidity almost invisible yet the long finish remains focused and vibrant.” – Rated 91-94 Points, Burghound

Domaine Servin Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2008, Regular Price $71.99, Sale Price $61.19 – Chablis, Burgundy, France – 100% Chardonnay – 12.5% abv – Sustainable - “It’s not a complete surprise that this is the most elegant and refined wine in the range in 2008 as the ultra pure, airy and lacy white flower, citrus, salt water and stony aromas complement to perfection the extremely fresh and silky textured flavors blessed with ample amounts of acid-buffering dry extract that culminate in a poised, harmonious and utterly classy finale. An impressive effort by any standard.” – Rated 92-95 Points, Burghound

*Wine that will be offered for tasting on Saturday

Special sale prices last through Saturday, August 7th. No other offers may be applied.

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