Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Domaine Henri MAGNIEN (Gevrey-Chambertin) -- 2015 Tasted from Barrel Samples


Charles Magnien, grandson of Henri, has been in charge of this 6 ha estate since 2009. Apparently, much of the production is sold to restaurants in and around Gevrey. I understand that the vines are planted in a very old clone known as Pinot Magnien that supposedly gives extra depth and spice to the wines. 

This appears to be an estate worth investigating should you come across the wines. (Continue reading here.)