An Australian or a Texan cannot distinguish between a Loire wine and a Bourgogne.

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Mark Haisma, who produces a Bourgogne Chardonnay outside of Gevrey-Chambertin, is one of the few who will speak openly.

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Interestingly enough, all of the wines were labeled "Chardonnay" as well as Bourgogne.

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Even a bottle of basic Bourgogne isn't a bargain these days.

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