This ISN'T worth the retail price | Grand Cru Burgundy Pinot Noir

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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