Angus' first EVER Grand Cru Burgundy Pinot Noir!

In this episode, Master Sommelier Carlos Santos guides us through the exquisite world of Burgundy wines, focusing on a rare 2016 Domaine De La Vougeraie 'Musigny' Grand Cru. The wine sells in Australia starting at $2,600+ BUT it is up for auction at Grays.com starting at $1

https://www.grays.com/lot/0019-10733409/private-cellar/pinot-noir-2016

 In this episode we discuss:

• The significance of Grand Cru and Premier Cru classifications
• The challenges of the 2016 vintage
• A detailed tasting assessment of the wine
• Wine pricing and the rarity of this bottle

 

Key Takeaways:

✔ Only 458 bottles of this vintage were produced.

✔ Burgundy's wine regions are rich in history.

✔ The price of wine varies significantly based on location.

✔ Grand Cru wines represent the pinnacle of Burgundy quality.

✔ The 2016 vintage faced major challenges due to frost.

✔ Wine appreciation is about enjoyment, not just status.

✔ Organic and biodynamic practices play a key role in winemaking.

 

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 Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Grand Cru Pinot Noir

02:46 – Exploring Burgundy's Wine Regions

06:07 – Understanding Grand Cru and Premier Cru Wines

08:52 – The Challenges of the 2016 Vintage

12:02 – Tasting Notes and Wine Assessment

14:47 – Conclusion and Future Episodes

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