2017 in Burgundy, what Vin Vivant is doing
Press used to say 2017 in Burgundy is a vintage to enjoy: charming, open-knit, and generous, with whites that are precise and reds that are fragrant and fluid. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ For lovers of natural wine, it's a year that gives authenticity without austerity; bottles that sing of terroir while remaining utterly drinkable. I opened three bottles of Burgundy, all from the 2017 vintage and all from natural producers. Drinking them gave me a real sense of what this year is about and why it's worth paying attention to, especially if you love wines that speak with clarity and immediacy. 2017 might not go down as a "great" Burgundy year, but after three bottles, I can say it's one of the most enjoyable to drink right now after 8 years, and you can keep more in the cellar. It's a vintage that rewards curiosity, where the point isn't to analyze but to share, pour, and enjoy. 2017...