$50 vs $150 vs $800 | Burgundy Pinot Noir
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This episode explores the differences between various price points of Burgundy Pinot Noir with Master Sommelier Carlos Santos.
What’s the real difference between a $50 bottle of Burgundy and an $800 one ? In this episode of Got Somme, we do a sophisticated tasting with Master Sommelier Carlos Santos to break down three Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at completely different price points. This is not just about taste. It’s about rarity, terroir, production, and whether any of that actually shows up in the glass. We’re putting it to the test: • $50 Burgundy (entry-level) • $150 Village-level wine • $800 Grand Cru (Thanks to the https://frenchwinecentre.com/) And asking the question every wine drinker wants answered:Is expensive wine actually worth it? You’ll learn: - What you’re really paying for in high-end wine - The difference between Bourgogne, Village, and Grand Cru - How sommeliers think about value vs prestige Whether most people can actually taste the differenceIf you’ve ever stood in a bottle shop wondering where your money should go… this episode is for you. Glassware used: RIEDEL 'Performance' Pinot Noir Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!https://www.riedel.com/en-au/shop/performance/pinot-noir-68840006700:00 The question everyone asks about expensive wine 00:17 What you’re REALLY paying for…
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