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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Vinous (93+)
Pale green-yellow color. Sexy, subtly perfumed nose offers lime and lemon zest, crushed stone and white pepper, plus a steely nuance. Sweet, supple and fine-grained; very suave and silky but still quite young, conveying a brooding impression of energy and a touch of spice. Best today on the very youthful, palate-dusting aftertaste. Compared to this bright and perfumed wine, the Bougros is almost exotic.Inc. TAX€1,173.07 -
Vinous (97)
The 2010 Chablis Les Preuses combines the minerality of Valmur and the fruit of Bouguerots in a style that is immensely appealing. The wine's balance is utterly impeccable throughout. This is one of those effortless, gracious wines that is easy to underestimate because the elements are so seamlessly woven together that nothing in particular stands out. I am blown away by the sheer balance, purity and harmony of what is in the glass. This is a great showing from Fevre and Didier Seguir.Inc. TAX€159.84 -
(6x150cl) 2014
Vinous (95)
Bright pale yellow. Elegant, refined aromas of yellow peach, lime leaf and white flowers. Densely packed and urgent, conveying outstanding intensity but no undue weight to its flavors of stone fruits, flowers and yeasty, iodiney oyster shell. Subtle treble notes of lime and mint lift the nose and palate. Wonderfully complex, silky, classy wine with a very long, seamless, subtly mounting finish. Séguier figures he'll like this wine best in 5 to 10 years but believes it will still be outstanding in 15.Inc. TAX€2,263.32 -
(1x75cl) 2015
Vinous (94)
Pale, bright yellow. More feminine on the nose than the Valmur, offering aromas of citrus fruits, pear and white flowers plus a soupçon of oak spice. Very silky, seamless and refined but also shows terrific intensity and floral lift. Harmonious acidity leavens the density of this wine, giving it an almost weightless impression in the mouth. Perfectly integrated and balanced from the start. The impressively long, rising finish features piquant notes of citrus peel, minerals and flowers. I'd give this fine-grained beauty a good five years in the cellar before pulling the cork.Inc. TAX€140.64 -
(1x150cl) 2017Vinous (97)
An exotic, totally beguiling wine, the 2017 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru melds together rich fruit with saline, mineral-drenched intensity. White flowers, mint, white pepper and crushed rocks add tremendous lift to this striking, utterly captivating Chablis. A wine of superb classicism, the Preuses has it all. That's all there is to it.Inc. TAX€289.04 -
Decanter (97)
This comes from two parcels, facing east and south-west, respectively, making a very tidy 2.5ha in total. Showing the delicate touch of one of the very best winemakers in Chablis, this is a saline, focused, wonderfully structured Preuses that has plenty of grip and acidity, sappy, bone-dry flavors and remarkable length.Inc. TAX€750.72 -
(1x150cl) 2019
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2019 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses bursts from the glass with scents of orange oil, warm bread, crisp stone fruits and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and enveloping, yields of only 23 hectoliters per hectare mean that it's immensely concentrated, with racy acids and a long, pungently intense finish.Inc. TAX€249.44 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2019 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses bursts from the glass with scents of orange oil, warm bread, crisp stone fruits and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and enveloping, yields of only 23 hectoliters per hectare mean that it's immensely concentrated, with racy acids and a long, pungently intense finish.Inc. TAX€649.92 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Tim Atkin MW (95)
From the heart of Preuses, this wine has density, glycerol, chewiness and tension that all make it clear this is a wine of consequence. In total, there are 2.5 hectares chez F vre, of which one is western-facing. Hence, there's lots of sunny vinosity with exuberant orchard fruits. The textured, chalky finish offers good grip. 2024-40Inc. TAX€701.77 -
(1x75cl) 2021
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5-hectares split over two parcels. This has one of my favourite aromatics from Fèvre this year with superb delineation and mineralité. The palate is harmonious and poised, very focused and tensile, plenty of energy with a touch of lime and clementine towards the persistent finish. This is an outstanding Chablis that should age supremely well in bottle.Inc. TAX€125.16 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5-hectares split over two parcels. This has one of my favourite aromatics from Fèvre this year with superb delineation and mineralité. The palate is harmonious and poised, very focused and tensile, plenty of energy with a touch of lime and clementine towards the persistent finish. This is an outstanding Chablis that should age supremely well in bottle.Inc. TAX€1,011.37 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2022 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru has an exquisite bouquet, with wonderful delineation and succinctly integrated oak, lemon curd, apricot and crushed stone unfolding in the glass. The palate is fresh and sapid on the entry. There is a real linearity to this Chablis, with wonderful oyster shell notes and a persistent and tender finish. Superb. Bottled under Diam 10. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.Inc. TAX€405.49 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2022 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru has an exquisite bouquet, with wonderful delineation and succinctly integrated oak, lemon curd, apricot and crushed stone unfolding in the glass. The palate is fresh and sapid on the entry. There is a real linearity to this Chablis, with wonderful oyster shell notes and a persistent and tender finish. Superb. Bottled under Diam 10. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.Inc. TAX€638.17 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.Inc. TAX€311.92 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.Inc. TAX€165.55 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.Inc. TAX€461.86 -
(6x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.Expected Price Range€630 - €756 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Aromas of white flowers, pear, apples, wet stone and oyster shell introduce the 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur, a medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered wine that's pure and taut, with racy acids and a long, saline finish.Inc. TAX€731.74 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from parcels just beneath the forest, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur opens with aromas of white flowers, pear and lemon oil, mingling with notes of oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, it reveals a chalky core and a layered, textural palate laden with racy acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish.Inc. TAX€434.26 -
(6x75cl) 2023Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from parcels just beneath the forest, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur opens with aromas of white flowers, pear and lemon oil, mingling with notes of oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, it reveals a chalky core and a layered, textural palate laden with racy acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish.Expected Price Range€578 - €693 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-94)
(cropped at 24 hectoliters per hectare; picked at the beginning of the harvest with 13% potential alcohol): Hazy, pale yellow-green. Brisk, elegant aromas of lime, grapefruit and white pepper. Penetrating and backward, with terrific energy for what Seguier describes as the most sun-drenched terroir in Chablis. Outstanding freshness to the flavors of green melon and crushed stone. Nothing overripe about this wine! Finishes with a bracing metallic quality and superb persistence. This should be a long ager.Inc. TAX€182.35 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru is a gorgeous, radiant wine that captures the essence of this warm, early ripening site. Sweet and racy with striking inner perfume, the 2018 has so much to offer. Passion fruit, mint, citrus and exotic floral notes are beautifully woven together in this super-expressive, inviting wine. Strong mineral character graces the exquisite finish.Inc. TAX€520.32 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens to reveal lovely aromas of sweet citrus fruit, vine blossom and spices. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's layered and elegant, with a pure core of fruit and a long, precise finish. Its seamless, classily aromatic style makes is a high point this year.Inc. TAX€758.17 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from a rather sunny, precocious site, the flamboyant 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pear, peach and dried flowers. Full-bodied, the palate is giving yet precise, layered and underpinned by fine tension, with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, saline finish.Inc. TAX€158.35 -
(6x75cl) 2023Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from a rather sunny, precocious site, the flamboyant 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pear, peach and dried flowers. Full-bodied, the palate is giving yet precise, layered and underpinned by fine tension, with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, saline finish.Expected Price Range€611 - €733 -
(1x75cl) 2022William Kelley, Bourgogne Aligote 2022 is a distinguished expression from the heart of Burgundy, meticulously crafted by the esteemed William Kelley estate. Sourced from premier Aligote vineyards in the Côte d'Or, the grapes are handpicked to ensure optimal ripeness and purity. The winemaking process embraces traditional techniques, including cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s innate freshness and vibrant acidity. A brief period of ageing on fine lees enhances its texture and complexity, while minimal intervention maintains the varietal’s authentic character. This Aligote 2022 presents a brilliant pale straw colour, unveiling enticing aromas of citrus zest, white blossoms, and subtle mineral undertones. On the palate, it is elegantly balanced with crisp acidity, lively citrus flavours, and a lingering mineral finish. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with seafood and light salads, William Kelley, Bourgogne Aligote 2022 exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and the refined elegance of Burgundy winemaking.
Inc. TAX€2,673.82 -
The Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020 offers a masterful representation of French winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Beaune, the spiritual home of iconic Burgundy wines, Xavier Monnot meticulously crafts this superior vintage. Monnot's attentive methods, from ruthless grape selection to aged maturing in fine oak barrels, define the exceptional quality of this wine.
Adorned with crimson and deep ruby hues, this Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020 delicately unfurls a bouquet of sumptuous ripe black fruits and delicate undergrowth notes. The palate follows suit, led by succulent red cherries and strawberries, extending to spices, earthy undertones and an elegantly woven minerality. Enriched by beautifully integrated tannins and an enduring finish, it solidifies the harmony palpable in the Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020.
Intensive respect for terroir, dedicated artisanal viticulture and a reverence for tradition, encapsulate the romance and finesse of the Xavier Monnot label.
Inc. TAX€425.74 -
The Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints 2018 is a superb representation of the producer's exceptional wine-making skills. Situated in Burgundy, Xavier Monnot is a renowned 17-hectare estate, crafting wines with precision and a deep understanding of terroir. The 2018 Les Toussaints is a Pinot Noir blend that perfectly embodies the Beaune appelation. Vinified in French oak, it bestows an enticingly rich nose of black cherries, wild berries and spicy undertones. A beautifully balanced palate introduces ripe red fruits, with seamless tannins adding to its complex structure. Xavier Monnot's winemaking philosophy shines through by retaining the single vineyard identity of Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints. It's no surprise that the Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints 2018 has garnered worldwide acclaim for its elegant, yet powerful style, making it a coveted essential for every fine wine collection.
Inc. TAX€405.12 -
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2020 is a life-affirming testament to the winemaking prowess of Xavier Monnot, an eminent producer in France's prestigious Burgundy region. This exciting vintage hails from the hallowed terroir of the Côte de Beaune, manifesting the producer's delicate balance of tradition and innovation.
Xavier Monnot employs diligent vineyard management and environmentally sensitive farming techniques. Hand harvested and diligently fermented in French oak, this wine reveals a refined palette of toasted almonds, ripe fruits, and white flowers, with an underlying minerality hinting at its impeccable provenance. The Grandes Coutures is a fine addition to any wine aficionado's collection with its impressive concentration and a lingering, complex finish.
Crafted by a master of the Burgundian winemaking tradition, the Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2020 is a true epicurean delight.
Inc. TAX€641.47 -
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2021, is a testament to the zenith of craft and pedigree in winemaking. Made in the prestigious appellation of Bourgogne Blanc, this wine exhibits Bourgogne's quintessential minerality and vivacity. The producer, Xavier Monnot, is a descendent of a longstanding family of winegrowers originating in Meursault.
This stunning white wine is skilfully vinified in a mix of stainless steel and oak barrels, lending it depth, complexity and a seamless blend of fruit and oak. Xavier Monnot meticulously manages the year-old vines, following sustainable farming practices devoid of pesticides or chemical fertilisers.
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2021, exhibits a straw-yellow hue, with enticing aromas of citrus, pear, and white flowers. On the palate, it offers a splendid balance of richness and freshness, a hint of spice and a prolonging finish. Truly, a befitting expression of quality and tradition from the heart of French winemaking.
Inc. TAX€336.94
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Vinous (93+)
Pale green-yellow color. Sexy, subtly perfumed nose offers lime and lemon zest, crushed stone and white pepper, plus a steely nuance. Sweet, supple and fine-grained; very suave and silky but still quite young, conveying a brooding impression of energy and a touch of spice. Best today on the very youthful, palate-dusting aftertaste. Compared to this bright and perfumed wine, the Bougros is almost exotic.In Bond€930.00 -
Vinous (97)
The 2010 Chablis Les Preuses combines the minerality of Valmur and the fruit of Bouguerots in a style that is immensely appealing. The wine's balance is utterly impeccable throughout. This is one of those effortless, gracious wines that is easy to underestimate because the elements are so seamlessly woven together that nothing in particular stands out. I am blown away by the sheer balance, purity and harmony of what is in the glass. This is a great showing from Fevre and Didier Seguir.In Bond€130.00 -
(6x150cl) 2014
Vinous (95)
Bright pale yellow. Elegant, refined aromas of yellow peach, lime leaf and white flowers. Densely packed and urgent, conveying outstanding intensity but no undue weight to its flavors of stone fruits, flowers and yeasty, iodiney oyster shell. Subtle treble notes of lime and mint lift the nose and palate. Wonderfully complex, silky, classy wine with a very long, seamless, subtly mounting finish. Séguier figures he'll like this wine best in 5 to 10 years but believes it will still be outstanding in 15.In Bond€1,840.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015
Vinous (94)
Pale, bright yellow. More feminine on the nose than the Valmur, offering aromas of citrus fruits, pear and white flowers plus a soupçon of oak spice. Very silky, seamless and refined but also shows terrific intensity and floral lift. Harmonious acidity leavens the density of this wine, giving it an almost weightless impression in the mouth. Perfectly integrated and balanced from the start. The impressively long, rising finish features piquant notes of citrus peel, minerals and flowers. I'd give this fine-grained beauty a good five years in the cellar before pulling the cork.In Bond€114.00 -
(1x150cl) 2017
Vinous (97)
An exotic, totally beguiling wine, the 2017 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru melds together rich fruit with saline, mineral-drenched intensity. White flowers, mint, white pepper and crushed rocks add tremendous lift to this striking, utterly captivating Chablis. A wine of superb classicism, the Preuses has it all. That's all there is to it.In Bond€234.00 -
Decanter (97)
This comes from two parcels, facing east and south-west, respectively, making a very tidy 2.5ha in total. Showing the delicate touch of one of the very best winemakers in Chablis, this is a saline, focused, wonderfully structured Preuses that has plenty of grip and acidity, sappy, bone-dry flavors and remarkable length.In Bond€605.00 -
(1x150cl) 2019
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2019 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses bursts from the glass with scents of orange oil, warm bread, crisp stone fruits and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and enveloping, yields of only 23 hectoliters per hectare mean that it's immensely concentrated, with racy acids and a long, pungently intense finish.In Bond€201.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2019 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses bursts from the glass with scents of orange oil, warm bread, crisp stone fruits and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and enveloping, yields of only 23 hectoliters per hectare mean that it's immensely concentrated, with racy acids and a long, pungently intense finish.In Bond€521.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Tim Atkin MW (95)
From the heart of Preuses, this wine has density, glycerol, chewiness and tension that all make it clear this is a wine of consequence. In total, there are 2.5 hectares chez F vre, of which one is western-facing. Hence, there's lots of sunny vinosity with exuberant orchard fruits. The textured, chalky finish offers good grip. 2024-40In Bond€565.00 -
(1x75cl) 2021
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5-hectares split over two parcels. This has one of my favourite aromatics from Fèvre this year with superb delineation and mineralité. The palate is harmonious and poised, very focused and tensile, plenty of energy with a touch of lime and clementine towards the persistent finish. This is an outstanding Chablis that should age supremely well in bottle.In Bond€101.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5-hectares split over two parcels. This has one of my favourite aromatics from Fèvre this year with superb delineation and mineralité. The palate is harmonious and poised, very focused and tensile, plenty of energy with a touch of lime and clementine towards the persistent finish. This is an outstanding Chablis that should age supremely well in bottle.In Bond€823.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2022 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru has an exquisite bouquet, with wonderful delineation and succinctly integrated oak, lemon curd, apricot and crushed stone unfolding in the glass. The palate is fresh and sapid on the entry. There is a real linearity to this Chablis, with wonderful oyster shell notes and a persistent and tender finish. Superb. Bottled under Diam 10. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.In Bond€328.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2022 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru has an exquisite bouquet, with wonderful delineation and succinctly integrated oak, lemon curd, apricot and crushed stone unfolding in the glass. The palate is fresh and sapid on the entry. There is a real linearity to this Chablis, with wonderful oyster shell notes and a persistent and tender finish. Superb. Bottled under Diam 10. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.In Bond€512.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.In Bond€252.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.In Bond€134.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.In Bond€373.00 -
(6x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (95)
Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.Expected Price Range€630 - €756 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Aromas of white flowers, pear, apples, wet stone and oyster shell introduce the 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur, a medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered wine that's pure and taut, with racy acids and a long, saline finish.In Bond€586.00 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from parcels just beneath the forest, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur opens with aromas of white flowers, pear and lemon oil, mingling with notes of oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, it reveals a chalky core and a layered, textural palate laden with racy acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish.In Bond€350.00 -
(6x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from parcels just beneath the forest, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur opens with aromas of white flowers, pear and lemon oil, mingling with notes of oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, it reveals a chalky core and a layered, textural palate laden with racy acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish.Expected Price Range€578 - €693 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-94)
(cropped at 24 hectoliters per hectare; picked at the beginning of the harvest with 13% potential alcohol): Hazy, pale yellow-green. Brisk, elegant aromas of lime, grapefruit and white pepper. Penetrating and backward, with terrific energy for what Seguier describes as the most sun-drenched terroir in Chablis. Outstanding freshness to the flavors of green melon and crushed stone. Nothing overripe about this wine! Finishes with a bracing metallic quality and superb persistence. This should be a long ager.In Bond€148.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru is a gorgeous, radiant wine that captures the essence of this warm, early ripening site. Sweet and racy with striking inner perfume, the 2018 has so much to offer. Passion fruit, mint, citrus and exotic floral notes are beautifully woven together in this super-expressive, inviting wine. Strong mineral character graces the exquisite finish.In Bond€413.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens to reveal lovely aromas of sweet citrus fruit, vine blossom and spices. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's layered and elegant, with a pure core of fruit and a long, precise finish. Its seamless, classily aromatic style makes is a high point this year.In Bond€612.00 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from a rather sunny, precocious site, the flamboyant 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pear, peach and dried flowers. Full-bodied, the palate is giving yet precise, layered and underpinned by fine tension, with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, saline finish.In Bond€128.00 -
(6x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (94+)
Sourced from a rather sunny, precocious site, the flamboyant 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pear, peach and dried flowers. Full-bodied, the palate is giving yet precise, layered and underpinned by fine tension, with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, saline finish.Expected Price Range€611 - €733 -
(1x75cl) 2022
William Kelley, Bourgogne Aligote 2022 is a distinguished expression from the heart of Burgundy, meticulously crafted by the esteemed William Kelley estate. Sourced from premier Aligote vineyards in the Côte d'Or, the grapes are handpicked to ensure optimal ripeness and purity. The winemaking process embraces traditional techniques, including cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s innate freshness and vibrant acidity. A brief period of ageing on fine lees enhances its texture and complexity, while minimal intervention maintains the varietal’s authentic character. This Aligote 2022 presents a brilliant pale straw colour, unveiling enticing aromas of citrus zest, white blossoms, and subtle mineral undertones. On the palate, it is elegantly balanced with crisp acidity, lively citrus flavours, and a lingering mineral finish. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with seafood and light salads, William Kelley, Bourgogne Aligote 2022 exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and the refined elegance of Burgundy winemaking.
In Bond€2,225.00 -
The Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020 offers a masterful representation of French winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Beaune, the spiritual home of iconic Burgundy wines, Xavier Monnot meticulously crafts this superior vintage. Monnot's attentive methods, from ruthless grape selection to aged maturing in fine oak barrels, define the exceptional quality of this wine.
Adorned with crimson and deep ruby hues, this Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020 delicately unfurls a bouquet of sumptuous ripe black fruits and delicate undergrowth notes. The palate follows suit, led by succulent red cherries and strawberries, extending to spices, earthy undertones and an elegantly woven minerality. Enriched by beautifully integrated tannins and an enduring finish, it solidifies the harmony palpable in the Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes 2020.
Intensive respect for terroir, dedicated artisanal viticulture and a reverence for tradition, encapsulate the romance and finesse of the Xavier Monnot label.
In Bond€331.00 -
The Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints 2018 is a superb representation of the producer's exceptional wine-making skills. Situated in Burgundy, Xavier Monnot is a renowned 17-hectare estate, crafting wines with precision and a deep understanding of terroir. The 2018 Les Toussaints is a Pinot Noir blend that perfectly embodies the Beaune appelation. Vinified in French oak, it bestows an enticingly rich nose of black cherries, wild berries and spicy undertones. A beautifully balanced palate introduces ripe red fruits, with seamless tannins adding to its complex structure. Xavier Monnot's winemaking philosophy shines through by retaining the single vineyard identity of Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints. It's no surprise that the Xavier Monnot Beaune 1er Cru Les Toussaints 2018 has garnered worldwide acclaim for its elegant, yet powerful style, making it a coveted essential for every fine wine collection.
In Bond€317.00 -
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2020 is a life-affirming testament to the winemaking prowess of Xavier Monnot, an eminent producer in France's prestigious Burgundy region. This exciting vintage hails from the hallowed terroir of the Côte de Beaune, manifesting the producer's delicate balance of tradition and innovation.
Xavier Monnot employs diligent vineyard management and environmentally sensitive farming techniques. Hand harvested and diligently fermented in French oak, this wine reveals a refined palette of toasted almonds, ripe fruits, and white flowers, with an underlying minerality hinting at its impeccable provenance. The Grandes Coutures is a fine addition to any wine aficionado's collection with its impressive concentration and a lingering, complex finish.
Crafted by a master of the Burgundian winemaking tradition, the Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2020 is a true epicurean delight.
In Bond€487.00 -
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2021, is a testament to the zenith of craft and pedigree in winemaking. Made in the prestigious appellation of Bourgogne Blanc, this wine exhibits Bourgogne's quintessential minerality and vivacity. The producer, Xavier Monnot, is a descendent of a longstanding family of winegrowers originating in Meursault.
This stunning white wine is skilfully vinified in a mix of stainless steel and oak barrels, lending it depth, complexity and a seamless blend of fruit and oak. Xavier Monnot meticulously manages the year-old vines, following sustainable farming practices devoid of pesticides or chemical fertilisers.
The Xavier Monnot Bourgogne Blanc Grandes Coutures 2021, exhibits a straw-yellow hue, with enticing aromas of citrus, pear, and white flowers. On the palate, it offers a splendid balance of richness and freshness, a hint of spice and a prolonging finish. Truly, a befitting expression of quality and tradition from the heart of French winemaking.
In Bond€257.00
