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.
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Burgundy | 1 | 18 (JR) |
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€1,630.38 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)From Corton-Paulands, but it includes Corton-Bressandes in 2012. Lip-smacking nose – very appealing. Masses of ripe fruit and juice. Lots of energy and fruity excitement. Crackling impact. Much more vital than the average Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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€3,172.38 |
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Wine Advocate (90)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Beaune. The 2012 Griotte Chambertin Grand Cru from Laurent Ponsot has a voluminous nose, though there is a stalky element that is not totally combined with the black and red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannin, quite linear in the mouth, structured but like the Griotte-Chambertin 2012 from Réné Leclerc, it seems to be lacking some flesh and charm towards the finish. That said, it does develop in the glass, offering hidden notes of blueberry and a hint of crème de cassis, so I would advise not broaching a bottle for two or three years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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€1,348.38 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2012 Morey-Saint-Denis Cuvee des Allouettes, which comes from within the Mont Luisants vineyard, has a quite precocious bouquet with blackcurrant, boysenberry and light Hoi Sin scents that unfold nicely in the glass. The palate is solid and dense with firm, quite grippy tannins. There is plenty of energy and tension here with touches of spice and soy lining the ebullient finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€642.55 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€799.67 |
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Indulge in the richly layered nuances of Potinet Ampeau Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes 2012. This accomplished wine expresses the quintessential terroir of Volnay, Burgundy, with a specifically allocated 1er Cru rank. The Potinet-Ampeau family, dedicated viticulturists since the 19th century, impeccably tends their matured vines with hand-harvesting and traditional winemaking methods. Adopting a prolonged maturing process, they unveil wines when optimum maturity is reached. The distinctive 2012 vintage, marked by a cool growing season and late harvest, imbues this Pinot Noir with pronounced tannins and a vibrant acidity. Its tantalising nose of red and dark berries, coupled with a hint of customary Burgundy earthiness, enfolds into a palate of sumptuous complexity. This Volnay 1er cru displays both the subtlety and power of its ancestry, making Potinet Ampeau Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes 2012 a rare addition to any discerning collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€7,570.19 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€1,006.20 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€662.10 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€1,909.43 |
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Vinous (95)Petrol, graphite, smoke, slate and white stone fruits grace the palate in the 2012 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre. Vivid and utterly crystalline, Raveneaus's 2012 is a great essay into to qualities of one of the great - maybe the single greatest - 1er Cru site in Chablis. The 2012 has a bit more new oak than is typically the case, as most of the new barrels in this vintage were used here. A thrilling finish rounds things off in style. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97+ (VN) |
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€1,014.10 |
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Vinous (97+)Precision, nuance and translucence - not qualities typically associated with this site - are the signatures in Raveneau's 2012 Chablis Valmur. This is a decidedly understated Valmur built on restraint and a total sense of polish. The silky, resonant finish is utterly beautiful. The Valmur is another of the 2012s here that appears to be holding back much of its personality. I imagine it will offer thrilling drinking over the next two decades. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€2,793.07 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2012 Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Cailles is one of the most explosive wines in this range. Dark red cherries, smoke, licorice, tobacco, incense and orange peel jump from the glass in an intense, full-bodied wine loaded with personality. The balance of fruit and structure here is simply magnificent. There is little question the Cailles is one of the highlights in this range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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€3,796.45 |
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Vinous (94+)(vinified with about 33% whole clusters): Good deep red. Ineffable high-pitched aromas of crushed raspberry, cranberry, blood orange, menthol and spices. Dense and tactile but at the same time juicy and vibrant, showing excellent cut and saline complexity to its red fruit and menthol flavors. Notes of lavender, garrigue and mint contribute to the impression of inner-mouth lift. Some oak comes up with air and carries through a very long, spicy finish. Really superb fruit and perfectly judged use of stems here--and not at all heavily extracted. Nicolas Groffier noted that he's now privileging clarity over roundess for his Bonnes-Mares. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€4,574.36 |
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Vinous (91-93)A juicy, supple wine, the 2012 Chambolle-Musigny Les Hauts Doix is totally expressive in the glass. Sweet raspberries, spices, flowers and mint all meld together in a gracious, silky Burgundy long on class. Here, too, Groffier achieves lovely polish and silkiness. Sweet floral notes meld in the resonant finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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€4,138.38 |
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Vinous (89-91)Resonant and totally voluptuous on the palate, the 2012 Chambolle-Musigny Les Clos de l’Orme is a real head-turner. All the elements are beautifully put together in a deep, fleshy Chambolle that shows the darkness and richness that is so typical of the year. Hints of spices, new leather and French oak linger on the close. Today the oak is a bit prominent, but that should not be an issue once the wine enters the early part of its drinking window. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€3,910.38 |
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Vinous (92-94)Darker and more explosive than the Aux Thorey, the 2012 Nuits St. Georges Aux Murgers is endowed with considerable depth and pure power. Smoke, tobacco, tar, new leather and French oak flow through to an enveloping, resonant finish. Readers will have to be patient with the 2012, as the tannins are quite massive, but there is a lot to look forward to here. The low yields and small berries of the year can be felt in the wine's breadth and pure volume. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
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€2,854.38 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)The style is still evolving at this domaine since Sébastian Cathiard took over with the 2011 vintage, but some of the wines seem denser and more oaky in their youth. This is an impressive, even explosive Pinot, which will see less oak in 2013. The underlying fruit concentration is balanced by a breezy freshness on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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€4,306.38 |
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Vinous (89-91)Black fruit, new leather, smoke and scorched earth burst from the glass in Cathiard's 2012 Nuits St. Georges. A deep, muscular wine, the 2012 impresses for its focus and compelling overall balance. I very much like the sense of energy, but imagine the 2012 will benefit from at least a few years in bottle. This is classic Nuits in its structure and energy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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€1,481.20 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2012 Vosne-Romanée is beautifully lifted and precise in the glass. Sweet red berries, rose petals, mint and spices are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, racy village-level Vosne. There is a sense of purity and precision in the 2012 that is impossible to miss. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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€2,644.38 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2012 Vosne-Romanée is beautifully lifted and precise in the glass. Sweet red berries, rose petals, mint and spices are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, racy village-level Vosne. There is a sense of purity and precision in the 2012 that is impossible to miss. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
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€2,128.42 |
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Vinous (92+)(vinified with 75% whole clusters; 90% new oak): Bright, dark red. Reduced aromas of black raspberry and licorice accented by spices. Rich, round and voluminous yet light on its feet owing to intense minerality and lively acidity; offers complex flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, redcurrant, spices, flowers and crushed rock. An element of peppery, spicy herbs really lifts the finish today while giving the wine a slight edge that calls for patience. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 96 (TA) |
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€1,768.38 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)Romain Taupenot has not been afraid to make ageworthy wines in 2012, but they aren't overly tannic or woody, just structured and well balanced. This is a case in point: a subtly oaked Grand Cru with real drive and precision. The fruit is sweet and supple, but it's surrounded by fine-grained tannins and mineral freshness. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€1,228.38 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2012 Corton Rognet dazzles from start to finish. Tar, licorice, black cherries, smoke and spices burst from the glass as this exuberant, powerful Burgundy shows off its personality. The 2012 is rich, intense and massively structured, but all the elements are in the right place. Readers lucky enough to find the 2012 should plan on giving the wine a few years in the cellar. Today, the Corton Rognet is striking. In 2012 there are just 4 barrels instead of the typical 7 or so. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,666.38 |
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Vinous (94)The 2012 Mazoyères-Chambertin displays fine intensity and conviction on the nose, a mixture of black and blue fruit borrowing some of the floral notes (iris rather than violet) from the 2013. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshy texture and it coheres nicely in the glass. Juxtaposed against the 2011 and 2013, the 2012 has a little more length and depth, and more mineralité on the finish. You could broach this now, though personally I would wait another couple of years. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€823.98 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2012 Morey Saint Denis La Riotte is simply fabulous. Endowed with stunning energy and precision, the 2012 shows off layers of black fruit, crushed rocks, violets and baking spices, all supported by veins of underlying tension and saline minerality. A dazzling, salivating finish rounds things out beautifully. In 2012, the Riotte is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€1,402.38 |
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Vinous (93-95)(80% new oak; 60% vendange entier): Good dark red. Complex nose and palate meld cherry liqueur, animal fur, resiny spices and cedar, lifted by high notes of flowers and citrus peel. Very sweet, silky and ripe, with outstanding sappy verve giving this dense, tactile yet suave wine a noble quality. The very long, mounting finish shows superb fine-grained tannins and building sweetness. A real essence of this grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91 (WA) |
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€1,185.40 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2012 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from 41-year-old vines. It has an attractive, open-knit bouquet that veers toward a more terroir-driven profile than a more typical fruit-driven one: tart cherries rapidly given way to woodland, autumnal scents. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and poise. While it does not quite possess the persistency of the Mazis-Chambertin, it is nicely focused and poised. If seeking a more understated Charmes-Chambertin and you are unable to forage one from Denis Bachelet (join the club), then do consider this as an alternative. Drink 2015-2025+ |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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€3,392.92 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2012 Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from 0.42 hectares of 50-year-old vines. This is another exemplary expression of this vineyard with a more sensual bouquet than the Charmes-Chambertin: perfumed raspberry and fresh strawberries billowing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied, very well poised and sporting well-judged acidity. There is a natural, refined composure to this Mazis-Chambertin, which does not short-change you in fruit intensity on the rounded, velvety finish. This is probably the best wine I have tasted from this domaine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€638.22 |
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The Vincent Dureuil Janthial Mercurey Rouge 2012, a crowning glory of the eminent winemaker, Vincent Dureuil, is a vinous delight hailing from the Mercurey appellation in Burgundy, France. A biodynamically produced Pinot Noir, this distinctive red manifests the expertly nurtured vines' faithful translation into succulent, mature grapes. Its vibrant ruby hue intimates the sensory voyage ahead. Decant it and the bouquet unfurls revealing notes of ripe strawberries, earthy touches and hints of spice. The generous palate savours its balanced acidity, silky tannins and resilient fruitiness. This wine's complexity is testament to Dureuil's meticulous vinification, such as the use of traditional oak casks for ageing. With the Vincent Dureuil Janthial Mercurey Rouge 2012, experience Dureuil's knack for creating wines synonymous with elegance and depth, reflecting the terroir-rich region of the Côte Chalonnaise. An exquisite expression of its vintage and the diverse soil it is derived from. |
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Burgundy | 7 | 96 (TA) |
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€338.53 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)Made from two parcels within the Grand Cru (with the classic mix of high and low situations), this is picked on two different dates. Whatever the reason (and great winemaking hsas something to do with it, too) it's often one of my favourite Clos de Vougeots. Slghtly reductive, but this is fine, succulent and nuanced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 99 (TA) |
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€2,503.50 |
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Tim Atkin MW (99)There are only three barrels of this in 2012 (at the best of times, it's a hand-made, small quantity wine), but what a sublime Musigny it is. Floral and scented with velvety tannins, effortless concentration, some spicy whole bunch notes, subtle oak and a sappy, sikly mid-palate. So good, you could drink it now. But wait! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 18 (JR) |
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€1,340.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)From Corton-Paulands, but it includes Corton-Bressandes in 2012. Lip-smacking nose – very appealing. Masses of ripe fruit and juice. Lots of energy and fruity excitement. Crackling impact. Much more vital than the average Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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€2,625.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Beaune. The 2012 Griotte Chambertin Grand Cru from Laurent Ponsot has a voluminous nose, though there is a stalky element that is not totally combined with the black and red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannin, quite linear in the mouth, structured but like the Griotte-Chambertin 2012 from Réné Leclerc, it seems to be lacking some flesh and charm towards the finish. That said, it does develop in the glass, offering hidden notes of blueberry and a hint of crème de cassis, so I would advise not broaching a bottle for two or three years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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€1,105.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2012 Morey-Saint-Denis Cuvee des Allouettes, which comes from within the Mont Luisants vineyard, has a quite precocious bouquet with blackcurrant, boysenberry and light Hoi Sin scents that unfold nicely in the glass. The palate is solid and dense with firm, quite grippy tannins. There is plenty of energy and tension here with touches of spice and soy lining the ebullient finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€513.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€644.00 |
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Indulge in the richly layered nuances of Potinet Ampeau Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes 2012. This accomplished wine expresses the quintessential terroir of Volnay, Burgundy, with a specifically allocated 1er Cru rank. The Potinet-Ampeau family, dedicated viticulturists since the 19th century, impeccably tends their matured vines with hand-harvesting and traditional winemaking methods. Adopting a prolonged maturing process, they unveil wines when optimum maturity is reached. The distinctive 2012 vintage, marked by a cool growing season and late harvest, imbues this Pinot Noir with pronounced tannins and a vibrant acidity. Its tantalising nose of red and dark berries, coupled with a hint of customary Burgundy earthiness, enfolds into a palate of sumptuous complexity. This Volnay 1er cru displays both the subtlety and power of its ancestry, making Potinet Ampeau Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes 2012 a rare addition to any discerning collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€6,290.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€831.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€548.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,580.00 |
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Vinous (95)Petrol, graphite, smoke, slate and white stone fruits grace the palate in the 2012 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre. Vivid and utterly crystalline, Raveneaus's 2012 is a great essay into to qualities of one of the great - maybe the single greatest - 1er Cru site in Chablis. The 2012 has a bit more new oak than is typically the case, as most of the new barrels in this vintage were used here. A thrilling finish rounds things off in style. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97+ (VN) |
In Bond
€842.00 |
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Vinous (97+)Precision, nuance and translucence - not qualities typically associated with this site - are the signatures in Raveneau's 2012 Chablis Valmur. This is a decidedly understated Valmur built on restraint and a total sense of polish. The silky, resonant finish is utterly beautiful. The Valmur is another of the 2012s here that appears to be holding back much of its personality. I imagine it will offer thrilling drinking over the next two decades. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
€2,290.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2012 Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Cailles is one of the most explosive wines in this range. Dark red cherries, smoke, licorice, tobacco, incense and orange peel jump from the glass in an intense, full-bodied wine loaded with personality. The balance of fruit and structure here is simply magnificent. There is little question the Cailles is one of the highlights in this range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
In Bond
€3,145.00 |
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Vinous (94+)(vinified with about 33% whole clusters): Good deep red. Ineffable high-pitched aromas of crushed raspberry, cranberry, blood orange, menthol and spices. Dense and tactile but at the same time juicy and vibrant, showing excellent cut and saline complexity to its red fruit and menthol flavors. Notes of lavender, garrigue and mint contribute to the impression of inner-mouth lift. Some oak comes up with air and carries through a very long, spicy finish. Really superb fruit and perfectly judged use of stems here--and not at all heavily extracted. Nicolas Groffier noted that he's now privileging clarity over roundess for his Bonnes-Mares. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€3,775.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)A juicy, supple wine, the 2012 Chambolle-Musigny Les Hauts Doix is totally expressive in the glass. Sweet raspberries, spices, flowers and mint all meld together in a gracious, silky Burgundy long on class. Here, too, Groffier achieves lovely polish and silkiness. Sweet floral notes meld in the resonant finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
In Bond
€3,430.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)Resonant and totally voluptuous on the palate, the 2012 Chambolle-Musigny Les Clos de l’Orme is a real head-turner. All the elements are beautifully put together in a deep, fleshy Chambolle that shows the darkness and richness that is so typical of the year. Hints of spices, new leather and French oak linger on the close. Today the oak is a bit prominent, but that should not be an issue once the wine enters the early part of its drinking window. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€3,240.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)Darker and more explosive than the Aux Thorey, the 2012 Nuits St. Georges Aux Murgers is endowed with considerable depth and pure power. Smoke, tobacco, tar, new leather and French oak flow through to an enveloping, resonant finish. Readers will have to be patient with the 2012, as the tannins are quite massive, but there is a lot to look forward to here. The low yields and small berries of the year can be felt in the wine's breadth and pure volume. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
In Bond
€2,360.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)The style is still evolving at this domaine since Sébastian Cathiard took over with the 2011 vintage, but some of the wines seem denser and more oaky in their youth. This is an impressive, even explosive Pinot, which will see less oak in 2013. The underlying fruit concentration is balanced by a breezy freshness on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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€3,570.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)Black fruit, new leather, smoke and scorched earth burst from the glass in Cathiard's 2012 Nuits St. Georges. A deep, muscular wine, the 2012 impresses for its focus and compelling overall balance. I very much like the sense of energy, but imagine the 2012 will benefit from at least a few years in bottle. This is classic Nuits in its structure and energy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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€1,225.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2012 Vosne-Romanée is beautifully lifted and precise in the glass. Sweet red berries, rose petals, mint and spices are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, racy village-level Vosne. There is a sense of purity and precision in the 2012 that is impossible to miss. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
€2,185.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2012 Vosne-Romanée is beautifully lifted and precise in the glass. Sweet red berries, rose petals, mint and spices are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, racy village-level Vosne. There is a sense of purity and precision in the 2012 that is impossible to miss. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
In Bond
€1,755.00 |
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Vinous (92+)(vinified with 75% whole clusters; 90% new oak): Bright, dark red. Reduced aromas of black raspberry and licorice accented by spices. Rich, round and voluminous yet light on its feet owing to intense minerality and lively acidity; offers complex flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, redcurrant, spices, flowers and crushed rock. An element of peppery, spicy herbs really lifts the finish today while giving the wine a slight edge that calls for patience. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 96 (TA) |
In Bond
€1,455.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)Romain Taupenot has not been afraid to make ageworthy wines in 2012, but they aren't overly tannic or woody, just structured and well balanced. This is a case in point: a subtly oaked Grand Cru with real drive and precision. The fruit is sweet and supple, but it's surrounded by fine-grained tannins and mineral freshness. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,005.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2012 Corton Rognet dazzles from start to finish. Tar, licorice, black cherries, smoke and spices burst from the glass as this exuberant, powerful Burgundy shows off its personality. The 2012 is rich, intense and massively structured, but all the elements are in the right place. Readers lucky enough to find the 2012 should plan on giving the wine a few years in the cellar. Today, the Corton Rognet is striking. In 2012 there are just 4 barrels instead of the typical 7 or so. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,370.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2012 Mazoyères-Chambertin displays fine intensity and conviction on the nose, a mixture of black and blue fruit borrowing some of the floral notes (iris rather than violet) from the 2013. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshy texture and it coheres nicely in the glass. Juxtaposed against the 2011 and 2013, the 2012 has a little more length and depth, and more mineralité on the finish. You could broach this now, though personally I would wait another couple of years. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€668.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2012 Morey Saint Denis La Riotte is simply fabulous. Endowed with stunning energy and precision, the 2012 shows off layers of black fruit, crushed rocks, violets and baking spices, all supported by veins of underlying tension and saline minerality. A dazzling, salivating finish rounds things out beautifully. In 2012, the Riotte is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. |
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Vinous (93-95)(80% new oak; 60% vendange entier): Good dark red. Complex nose and palate meld cherry liqueur, animal fur, resiny spices and cedar, lifted by high notes of flowers and citrus peel. Very sweet, silky and ripe, with outstanding sappy verve giving this dense, tactile yet suave wine a noble quality. The very long, mounting finish shows superb fine-grained tannins and building sweetness. A real essence of this grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91 (WA) |
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€969.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2012 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from 41-year-old vines. It has an attractive, open-knit bouquet that veers toward a more terroir-driven profile than a more typical fruit-driven one: tart cherries rapidly given way to woodland, autumnal scents. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and poise. While it does not quite possess the persistency of the Mazis-Chambertin, it is nicely focused and poised. If seeking a more understated Charmes-Chambertin and you are unable to forage one from Denis Bachelet (join the club), then do consider this as an alternative. Drink 2015-2025+ |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2012 Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from 0.42 hectares of 50-year-old vines. This is another exemplary expression of this vineyard with a more sensual bouquet than the Charmes-Chambertin: perfumed raspberry and fresh strawberries billowing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied, very well poised and sporting well-judged acidity. There is a natural, refined composure to this Mazis-Chambertin, which does not short-change you in fruit intensity on the rounded, velvety finish. This is probably the best wine I have tasted from this domaine. |
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The Vincent Dureuil Janthial Mercurey Rouge 2012, a crowning glory of the eminent winemaker, Vincent Dureuil, is a vinous delight hailing from the Mercurey appellation in Burgundy, France. A biodynamically produced Pinot Noir, this distinctive red manifests the expertly nurtured vines' faithful translation into succulent, mature grapes. Its vibrant ruby hue intimates the sensory voyage ahead. Decant it and the bouquet unfurls revealing notes of ripe strawberries, earthy touches and hints of spice. The generous palate savours its balanced acidity, silky tannins and resilient fruitiness. This wine's complexity is testament to Dureuil's meticulous vinification, such as the use of traditional oak casks for ageing. With the Vincent Dureuil Janthial Mercurey Rouge 2012, experience Dureuil's knack for creating wines synonymous with elegance and depth, reflecting the terroir-rich region of the Côte Chalonnaise. An exquisite expression of its vintage and the diverse soil it is derived from. |
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Burgundy | 7 | 96 (TA) |
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€279.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)Made from two parcels within the Grand Cru (with the classic mix of high and low situations), this is picked on two different dates. Whatever the reason (and great winemaking hsas something to do with it, too) it's often one of my favourite Clos de Vougeots. Slghtly reductive, but this is fine, succulent and nuanced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 99 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (99)There are only three barrels of this in 2012 (at the best of times, it's a hand-made, small quantity wine), but what a sublime Musigny it is. Floral and scented with velvety tannins, effortless concentration, some spicy whole bunch notes, subtle oak and a sappy, sikly mid-palate. So good, you could drink it now. But wait! |
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