Bourgogne Pinot Noir

Gamay not Pinot and so pretty and complete for the variety. Bravo

Previous 2 bottles have had evidence of Brett. The Brett more noticeable on the nose than the palate. Still very drinkable - remember, it is Leroy. The following night the Brett much less noticeable. More savoury than fruit driven - a lovely texture and mouthfeel. All in all a good Village Bourgogne if not overpriced.

Popped and consumed from decanter over two hours.

Shocked at how dark this was in the glass. Pretty close to a tinge of purple. If poured blind, I feel like it would be tough for most to call this what it is. Fairly “big” in style, like big and ripe Oregon style. Dark fruits abound aromatically as well as damp earth/forest, and lots of floral notes too. It channels a mix of red, blue and black fruit on the palate, with a good vein of acidity. Mineral, and a small bit of iron. Don’t really know how this ages in regards to evolution, but this can appeal to New World Pinot fans at the moment due to the concentration of the fruit.

I’m glad I got this for $50 4-5yrs ago, but the price now is crazy.

See previous Delectable note. This wine is still a bit Bretty. Barb thought this showed Sappy Bitterness. Red fruits of strawberry and cherry. One of the few affordable Leroy Cuvées these days.

This quality and personality are normally found in Premier Cru and only the lack of extrapower doesn't allow me to compare it to a Grand Cru.
It's pure pleasure for your mouth.
Cola, mineral, persistence and intensity.
She is a legend.

Fleshy, ripe macerated cherries, savory herbs, marked depth for a Bourgogne. Perfect setting at Nepenthe in Big Sur with my daughter Riley on her last High School spring break. Happy Easter to all!

Smells bretty. Can’t believe it! Two in a row. Cowyard and excrement - the savoury characters totally taking over any fruit character. It was remarkable how similar the two wines tasted as Brettanomyces became the common denominator, overriding the fact that one is a Sardinian Carignan versus a red village Burgundy. All very disappointing. Hope my Premier and GC Burgundies from 2015 show better. On a brighter note it is 10.00am on Christmas Day in Australia. Happy Christmas to the Delectable Community. About to open a Christmas Champagne so cheers to all.

So young, even for a regional. Her wines will all cellar for years.

Just concluded the annual Fall seclusion at our cabin in the Rangeley lakes region of Maine, mobile service up there is mostly non-existent, after several days I am posting again. Notes are somewhat brief, as my focus is relaxing and watching the Common Loons swimming and diving in the cove in front of our camp.

Nose has smoked roses, partially dried black cherry, dried cherry, dry autumn leaves and dried vanilla bean.
Palate has smoked cherries, smoked blackberry, fresh rose petals, dried Bing cherry, little to no tannins, mild acidity remains. Future bottles may be 2024+ in proper storage. Superb pairing to slowly (apple wood) smoked pork loin with a tight crust (thank you medium thick fat cap) and appreciable smoke penetration.

Just concluded the annual Fall seclusion at our cabin in the Rangeley lakes region of Maine, mobile service up there is mostly non-existent, after several days I am posting again. Notes are somewhat brief, as my focus is relaxing and watching the Common Loons swimming and diving in the cove in front of our camp.

Reddish-brown, translucent; mid-shoulder fill for this particular bottle, saturated cork but solid without any deterioration. Enjoyed in our Gabriel Glas's.
Nose has wet earth, forest moss, dehydrated black cherry, molasses cookie, cherry compote, over-ripe strawberry, wet wood, cherry syrup reduction and mahogany shavings.
Palate has dried cherry, dried strawberry, (minor) metallic minerals, dry soil, medium tannins on the long finish. Anyone still holding this should consider enjoying this in the near term (2020-2024), when held in proper storage.