Burgundy
When it comes to the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands tall as one of the most revered and sought-after regions. Renowned for its exceptional terroir and commitment to quality, Burgundy has long captivated enthusiasts with its exquisite and highly prized wines. Today, let us delve into the realm of the best and most expensive wines that Burgundy has to offer, a realm where true wine aficionados can indulge in the pinnacle of winemaking excellence.
At the heart of Burgundy's prestige lie its renowned vineyards, which have garnered global acclaim for their exceptional wines. The names that resonate in the world of Burgundy are Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, Domaine Armand Rousseau, and Domaine Georges Roumier. These vineyards have become synonymous with greatness, crafting wines that define elegance, complexity, and longevity.
Burgundy's most esteemed wines are crafted from two noble grape varieties: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The region's red wines, made predominantly from Pinot Noir, display a finesse and purity of fruit that are unmatched. Vineyards such as Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, and Richebourg produce red wines that command astronomical prices due to their exceptional quality and limited production.
For white wine enthusiasts, Burgundy's Chardonnay-based wines are a true revelation. Vineyards like Montrachet, Corton-Charlemagne, and Meursault showcase the full potential of this noble grape, producing wines of unparalleled richness, depth, and complexity. These whites epitomize the artistry of winemaking, with each sip revealing layers of flavors and a harmonious balance between fruit, minerality, and oak.
In the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands as an epitome of elegance, complexity, and refined craftsmanship. Its best and most expensive wines are a testament to the region's unwavering commitment to excellence, terroir-driven winemaking, and the artistry of the winemakers.
Burgundy
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,059.86 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Beaune Clos des Mouches Rouge 1er Cru is one of my picks from Drouhin this year. Wonderful, vivacious red fruit leap from the glass, hints of sous-bois and dried rose petal. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine mineralité, demonstrating more complexity than the preceding Beaune Cras with more grip on the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€1,125.18 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2018 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru, which has been produced by Drouhin since 1928, comes from six separately aged parcels. Drouhin mentioned that quite a few barrels were deselected from this vineyard and blended into the Côte de Beaune Blanc. This possesses an intense bouquet with subtle scents of almond, praline and pressed white flower aromas. The palate is taut and linear on the entry, featuring lovely orange pith and apricot notes and hints of tangerine and white chocolate toward the gorgeous, pure finish. Wonderful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€1,264.38 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru, which is a selection from six different tries through the vineyard, has an intense nose, slightly Alsace-like in style thanks to a hint of linseed oil intermingling with yellow plum and orange blossom. The palate is well balanced with a tensile opening. Lovely orange pith and nectarine notes here. Not a voluminous wine, but very focused on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-97 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€941.58 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Pale lemon colour. The power is immediately apparent on the nose, but in a good way. A wine for longer elevage before bottling and then worth the wait in bottle thereafter. This has all the expected volume of white fruit while retaining impeccable balance. Adds depth with time in the glass, before reaching quite a saline finish. A very youthful but impressive Clos des Mouches. I recently enjoyed a stunning bottle of the 2017, and this could very well match it in due course. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,478.66 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2021 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru is a worthy sideman to the Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot. Lovely citrus peel and crushed limestone scents, this has vigour and focus. The palate is well balanced with a taut line of acidity, tensile yet with ample concentration on the finish. This is certainly worth hunting down. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-96 (IB) |
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€1,219.46 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-96)Fresh light lemon colour. The bouquet indicates a little more flesh, as is typical, but not at the expense of precision. As always this is extraordinarily intense on the palate, not yet as fleshy as it will become, but one can see into the future. Fine fruit and acid balance too, of course. 13.7% alcohol which makes sense for Clos des Mouches. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: November 2023. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,086.23 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€771.18 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Beaune Cras 1er Cru has a very distinctive bouquet ,with granite, almost flinty aromas infusing the red berry fruit. A strong marine influence emerges with time. The palate is beautifully balanced, displaying fine delineation, good firm structure and a solid, quite edgy finish that feels crunchy in texture. Abundant freshness here. This Beaune should give 12–15 years’ drinking pleasure. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€622.07 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 92 (BH) |
Inc. TAX
€630.78 |
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Burghound (92)Here the nose plays on the edge of reduction and while it doesn't completely mask the floral-scented nose of dark berries and earth, it does render it less expressive. The rich and notably denser medium-bodied flavors also flash a lovely minerality that adds a sense of lift to the much firmer, even robust finish that is presently somewhat youthfully austere. Patience required but this should ultimately be excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17 (JR) |
Inc. TAX
€541.98 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Mid purplish cherry red. Lovely floral and open nose. So pure and scented with cherry and violets. On the palate, some oak in evidence in sweet spice. Incredibly smooth and rounded texture. Packed with fruit, generous and remarkably approachable. Just fresh enough. Very persistent with that fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€712.38 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a well-defined bouquet of dark berry fruit, light seaweed and oyster shell scents, and the 30% whole cluster lends a subtle tertiary aspect. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, slightly chalky tannins. This is very well structured, delivering palpable energy. A saline finish gets the saliva flowing. Just a delicious Beaune Grèves. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€956.92 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€635.26 |
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Vinous (89)Good medium red. Aromas of redcurrant, smoke and leather. Suppler and sweeter than the Clos du Dessus des Marconnets; made in a plumper style. But this denser wine also shows more energy and length. Finishes with slightly dusty tannins. A very good showing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€701.03 |
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As a revered product of the illustrious French vineyards, Laurent Ponsot Beaune 1er Cru Cuvee du Noyer 2017 exhibits unrivalled refinement. Expertly crafted in the heart of Beaune, this premier cru classifies at the summit of Burgundy's quality hierarchy. The genius behind this wine, Laurent Ponsot, employs a hands-off approach to its creation, expertly harnessing the unique terroir of the region's limestone-rich soils. The result is a wine bursting with a bouquet of red berries, underpinned by a captivating earthy allure. Characters of ripe cherry and strawberries are meticulously balanced against a commanding body, while a hint of floral undertones offers a sneak peek into its complexity. Meticulously aged in French oak barrels, Laurent Ponsot Beaune 1er Cru Cuvee du Noyer 2017 achieves a velvety mouthfeel, culminating in a long, savoury finish. This wine offers true testimony to the extraordinary prowess of Laurent Ponsot and the unparalleled capability of Beaune's terroir. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€981.73 |
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An exemplary choice, the Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2019 exudes refined subtlety and grace. This finest Burgundy is grown and tranquilised in the storied terrains of Beaune, in France's eastern vineyards, and its production is overseen by Domaine Les Horees. A small, family-run enterprise, they utilise traditional winemaking techniques to craft wines that are a manifestation of their passion and respect for nature. The Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2019 offers an impeccable balance of ripe berries and subtle earthiness, courtesy of the Pinot Noir grapes. Maturation in Oak barrels adds layers of complexity, which is evident as you sip this luscious red. Its vibrant ruby colour hints at a fresh, seductive palate underneath the well-structured tannins. With a deliberate focus on elegance and finesse rather than power, this wine is a true testament to Domaine Les Horees' endeavours to produce wines that eloquently express their terroir, enhancing the excellent reputation of Burgundy wines worldwide. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€891.73 |
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Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 stands as an epitome of quality and elegance. A treasure of Beaune, known for its ancient viticultural heritage, this wine is crafted by renowned winemakers who uphold traditional techniques. Nurtured amidst the vineyards of Beaune, the wine is uniquely expressive of its terroir. The meticulous process involves hand-picking of the finest Chardonnay grapes, followed by rigorous sorting and gentle pressing. A testament to its extraordinary craftisanship, the Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 echoes a graceful cohesion of intense fruitiness offset by refined minerality, and subtle undertones of oak derived from lengthy maturation in French barriques. Vibrancy graces the palate, guided by tête de cuvée richness and a perfectly poised acidity that hallmarks the exceptional vintage of 2020. Exquisite in its depth and complexity, Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 promises a sublime drinking experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€419.58 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)Even bright purple, weighty raspberry with alpine strawberry on the nose, a feeling of well harnessed opulence. This is a wine of very significant substance which will absolutely merit longer maturation in cask, and then in bottle. This fine Boucherottes packs an entirely positive punch at the back, exuberantly ripe red cherries and masterful persistence. The only possible issue is whether or not this, with time, will prove to be a fraction over ripe. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€426.89 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€511.98 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)Solid deep crimson purple. Magnificent deep rich imperial purple and feels much the same way on the nose. The fruit profile is a fraction darker than the estimable Boucherottes and perhaps with even more intensity, less heart on the sleeve, more wait for me in twenty years’ time. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 90-93 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€696.26 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Bright mid crimson. There is additional density here on the palate, noticeable in the front of the mouth but continuing through to the well-integrated tannins behind. The bouquet will need to follow in due course, which it will to confirm another fine Clos des Ursules. Drink from 2027-2032. Tasted: October 2022 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€324.78 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)A solidly constructed Gr ves, this showcases pure red fruits, savory spice, good refreshment, nicely corralled tannins and a minerally finish. It is a bit four-square now but has all the stuffing and structure to settle down nicely in a few years. 2024-28 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€658.07 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Beaune Grèves le Clos Blanc 1er Cru has a light patisserie touch on the nose, the scent of walking into a French bakery and that subtle whiff of almond croissants! The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, a little more cohesion compared with the Bressandes Blanc and a touch more salinity on the finish. Very fine. Closure: Diam |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€355.67 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2020 Beaune Les Theurons 1er Cru has a much more introverted bouquet compared to the Grèves, with an attractive marine element, hints of kelp and shucked oyster shell percolating through the red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine line of acidity, lightly spiced with a detailed and quite peppery finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17 (JR) |
Inc. TAX
€386.66 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Pale garnet. Slightly smudgy nose. Still quite chewy with fine tannins and marked but not excessive acidity. Needs time but should be a vigorous pleasurable drink eventually. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
Inc. TAX
€629.27 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€359.58 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Beaune Cras 1er Cru includes 30% whole bunch as a trial for Jadot whose policy has always been to de-stem. To be honest, if I had this blind, I would not have said there is stems in this blend, which I see as a good thing. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, a fine bead of acidity, taut and fresh and I do think those stems lend more freshness on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€629.27 |
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Burgundy | 5 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€625.73 |
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Vinous (92)Jadot’s 2012 Beaune 1er Cru Celebration is aromatically quite expressive, with lovely bright, floral notes that play off a core of red berry and stone fruits. The gracious, almost feminine, bouquet is alluring and suggests a wine that is quite open, but the palate sensation is completely different. Tiny yields and high skin to juice ratios yielded red Burgundies with huge tannic clout that obscures the fruit, which is exactly how the wine comes across in tasting. It will be interesting to see if the 2012 softens over time, or if it gains volume with aging. Today, it is decidedly on the austere side of things. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€861.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Beaune Clos des Mouches Rouge 1er Cru is one of my picks from Drouhin this year. Wonderful, vivacious red fruit leap from the glass, hints of sous-bois and dried rose petal. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine mineralité, demonstrating more complexity than the preceding Beaune Cras with more grip on the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€919.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2018 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru, which has been produced by Drouhin since 1928, comes from six separately aged parcels. Drouhin mentioned that quite a few barrels were deselected from this vineyard and blended into the Côte de Beaune Blanc. This possesses an intense bouquet with subtle scents of almond, praline and pressed white flower aromas. The palate is taut and linear on the entry, featuring lovely orange pith and apricot notes and hints of tangerine and white chocolate toward the gorgeous, pure finish. Wonderful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,035.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru, which is a selection from six different tries through the vineyard, has an intense nose, slightly Alsace-like in style thanks to a hint of linseed oil intermingling with yellow plum and orange blossom. The palate is well balanced with a tensile opening. Lovely orange pith and nectarine notes here. Not a voluminous wine, but very focused on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-97 (IB) |
In Bond
€766.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Pale lemon colour. The power is immediately apparent on the nose, but in a good way. A wine for longer elevage before bottling and then worth the wait in bottle thereafter. This has all the expected volume of white fruit while retaining impeccable balance. Adds depth with time in the glass, before reaching quite a saline finish. A very youthful but impressive Clos des Mouches. I recently enjoyed a stunning bottle of the 2017, and this could very well match it in due course. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,210.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2021 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 1er Cru is a worthy sideman to the Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot. Lovely citrus peel and crushed limestone scents, this has vigour and focus. The palate is well balanced with a taut line of acidity, tensile yet with ample concentration on the finish. This is certainly worth hunting down. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-96 (IB) |
In Bond
€994.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-96)Fresh light lemon colour. The bouquet indicates a little more flesh, as is typical, but not at the expense of precision. As always this is extraordinarily intense on the palate, not yet as fleshy as it will become, but one can see into the future. Fine fruit and acid balance too, of course. 13.7% alcohol which makes sense for Clos des Mouches. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: November 2023. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
In Bond
€883.00 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€624.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Beaune Cras 1er Cru has a very distinctive bouquet ,with granite, almost flinty aromas infusing the red berry fruit. A strong marine influence emerges with time. The palate is beautifully balanced, displaying fine delineation, good firm structure and a solid, quite edgy finish that feels crunchy in texture. Abundant freshness here. This Beaune should give 12–15 years’ drinking pleasure. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€496.00 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 92 (BH) |
In Bond
€507.00 |
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Burghound (92)Here the nose plays on the edge of reduction and while it doesn't completely mask the floral-scented nose of dark berries and earth, it does render it less expressive. The rich and notably denser medium-bodied flavors also flash a lovely minerality that adds a sense of lift to the much firmer, even robust finish that is presently somewhat youthfully austere. Patience required but this should ultimately be excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17 (JR) |
In Bond
€433.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Mid purplish cherry red. Lovely floral and open nose. So pure and scented with cherry and violets. On the palate, some oak in evidence in sweet spice. Incredibly smooth and rounded texture. Packed with fruit, generous and remarkably approachable. Just fresh enough. Very persistent with that fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€575.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a well-defined bouquet of dark berry fruit, light seaweed and oyster shell scents, and the 30% whole cluster lends a subtle tertiary aspect. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, slightly chalky tannins. This is very well structured, delivering palpable energy. A saline finish gets the saliva flowing. Just a delicious Beaune Grèves. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€775.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
In Bond
€485.00 |
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Vinous (89)Good medium red. Aromas of redcurrant, smoke and leather. Suppler and sweeter than the Clos du Dessus des Marconnets; made in a plumper style. But this denser wine also shows more energy and length. Finishes with slightly dusty tannins. A very good showing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€562.00 |
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As a revered product of the illustrious French vineyards, Laurent Ponsot Beaune 1er Cru Cuvee du Noyer 2017 exhibits unrivalled refinement. Expertly crafted in the heart of Beaune, this premier cru classifies at the summit of Burgundy's quality hierarchy. The genius behind this wine, Laurent Ponsot, employs a hands-off approach to its creation, expertly harnessing the unique terroir of the region's limestone-rich soils. The result is a wine bursting with a bouquet of red berries, underpinned by a captivating earthy allure. Characters of ripe cherry and strawberries are meticulously balanced against a commanding body, while a hint of floral undertones offers a sneak peek into its complexity. Meticulously aged in French oak barrels, Laurent Ponsot Beaune 1er Cru Cuvee du Noyer 2017 achieves a velvety mouthfeel, culminating in a long, savoury finish. This wine offers true testimony to the extraordinary prowess of Laurent Ponsot and the unparalleled capability of Beaune's terroir. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€815.00 |
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An exemplary choice, the Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2019 exudes refined subtlety and grace. This finest Burgundy is grown and tranquilised in the storied terrains of Beaune, in France's eastern vineyards, and its production is overseen by Domaine Les Horees. A small, family-run enterprise, they utilise traditional winemaking techniques to craft wines that are a manifestation of their passion and respect for nature. The Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2019 offers an impeccable balance of ripe berries and subtle earthiness, courtesy of the Pinot Noir grapes. Maturation in Oak barrels adds layers of complexity, which is evident as you sip this luscious red. Its vibrant ruby colour hints at a fresh, seductive palate underneath the well-structured tannins. With a deliberate focus on elegance and finesse rather than power, this wine is a true testament to Domaine Les Horees' endeavours to produce wines that eloquently express their terroir, enhancing the excellent reputation of Burgundy wines worldwide. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€740.00 |
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Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 stands as an epitome of quality and elegance. A treasure of Beaune, known for its ancient viticultural heritage, this wine is crafted by renowned winemakers who uphold traditional techniques. Nurtured amidst the vineyards of Beaune, the wine is uniquely expressive of its terroir. The meticulous process involves hand-picking of the finest Chardonnay grapes, followed by rigorous sorting and gentle pressing. A testament to its extraordinary craftisanship, the Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 echoes a graceful cohesion of intense fruitiness offset by refined minerality, and subtle undertones of oak derived from lengthy maturation in French barriques. Vibrancy graces the palate, guided by tête de cuvée richness and a perfectly poised acidity that hallmarks the exceptional vintage of 2020. Exquisite in its depth and complexity, Les Horees Beaune Les Prevoles 2020 promises a sublime drinking experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (IB) |
In Bond
€331.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)Even bright purple, weighty raspberry with alpine strawberry on the nose, a feeling of well harnessed opulence. This is a wine of very significant substance which will absolutely merit longer maturation in cask, and then in bottle. This fine Boucherottes packs an entirely positive punch at the back, exuberantly ripe red cherries and masterful persistence. The only possible issue is whether or not this, with time, will prove to be a fraction over ripe. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€352.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (IB) |
In Bond
€408.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)Solid deep crimson purple. Magnificent deep rich imperial purple and feels much the same way on the nose. The fruit profile is a fraction darker than the estimable Boucherottes and perhaps with even more intensity, less heart on the sleeve, more wait for me in twenty years’ time. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
€558.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Bright mid crimson. There is additional density here on the palate, noticeable in the front of the mouth but continuing through to the well-integrated tannins behind. The bouquet will need to follow in due course, which it will to confirm another fine Clos des Ursules. Drink from 2027-2032. Tasted: October 2022 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
In Bond
€252.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)A solidly constructed Gr ves, this showcases pure red fruits, savory spice, good refreshment, nicely corralled tannins and a minerally finish. It is a bit four-square now but has all the stuffing and structure to settle down nicely in a few years. 2024-28 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
€526.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Beaune Grèves le Clos Blanc 1er Cru has a light patisserie touch on the nose, the scent of walking into a French bakery and that subtle whiff of almond croissants! The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, a little more cohesion compared with the Bressandes Blanc and a touch more salinity on the finish. Very fine. Closure: Diam |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€274.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2020 Beaune Les Theurons 1er Cru has a much more introverted bouquet compared to the Grèves, with an attractive marine element, hints of kelp and shucked oyster shell percolating through the red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine line of acidity, lightly spiced with a detailed and quite peppery finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17 (JR) |
In Bond
€300.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Pale garnet. Slightly smudgy nose. Still quite chewy with fine tannins and marked but not excessive acidity. Needs time but should be a vigorous pleasurable drink eventually. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
In Bond
€502.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€281.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Beaune Cras 1er Cru includes 30% whole bunch as a trial for Jadot whose policy has always been to de-stem. To be honest, if I had this blind, I would not have said there is stems in this blend, which I see as a good thing. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, a fine bead of acidity, taut and fresh and I do think those stems lend more freshness on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€502.00 |
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Burgundy | 5 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
€509.00 |
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Vinous (92)Jadot’s 2012 Beaune 1er Cru Celebration is aromatically quite expressive, with lovely bright, floral notes that play off a core of red berry and stone fruits. The gracious, almost feminine, bouquet is alluring and suggests a wine that is quite open, but the palate sensation is completely different. Tiny yields and high skin to juice ratios yielded red Burgundies with huge tannic clout that obscures the fruit, which is exactly how the wine comes across in tasting. It will be interesting to see if the 2012 softens over time, or if it gains volume with aging. Today, it is decidedly on the austere side of things. |
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