Monthly Archives: January 2012

Happy Monday – New Burgundy Star

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Charles Lea

The Today Programme (never wrong of course) said this morning that psychologists have determined that this is Happy Monday (coming a mere two weeks after miserable Monday when the Christmas festivities are over). Why not celebrate with some cracking Burgundy? In keeping … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010 Burgundy, Burgundy, In the Press, Neal Martin, Pinot Noir, Red Burgundy | Tagged Côtes deNuits Villages, Domaine de la Douaix, Hautes Côtes de Nuits, Neal Martin's Wine Journal | 1 Comment

Producer on the bike – Albert Jané

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Charles Lea

Dreary day in London town, but no day so dreary it cannot be lightened by adding to our occasional series of visiting producers on Patrick’s motorbike. The old Ducati ST4 has been worn through pounding round the restaurants of London, and has … Continue reading →

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The last shot – end of a season.

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Patrick Sandeman

The Last Shot – end of a season. This week-end saw the end of the shooting season, for me at least, and what a season it has been. Please don’t get me wrong, I am not out there biffing pheasants every … Continue reading →

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2010 BURGUNDY – some thoughts and recommendations

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Patrick Sandeman

Moreua2010 BURGUNDY – some thoughts and recommendations Last week we saw what has become the annual round of tastings of the new Burgundy vintage put on by the merchants and importers, mostly for journalists, but also for trade and private … Continue reading →

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