We sat down early yesterday afternoon for a preview of the documentary “A Year in Burgundy”. Sticking true to theme, a bottle of 1994 Meo-Camuzet Clos Vougeot was quickly shared around the table. This had deep meaty, dried sage, earth, spicy, and jammy strawberry notes on the nose. This was a savory style of red Burgundy. The complexity and vibrant aromas set my expectations high…unfortunately, the palate was a different matter altogether. It was disjointed with an off-putting grippy and bitter finish. Lacked the structure and richness I expect from a Meo-Camuzet. I guess there is only so much that a great producer could do given a challenging vintage. Next to grace the table was a bottle of 2001 Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts. Impressive freshness on the nose; bright candied cherry, mocha, damp earth and coffee. More fruit-driven. Silky tannins but austere with a short finish. Noticeable heat on the finish. I know, it wasn’t such a good night of red Burgundy. The movie looked good though.