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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(6x75cl) 2015Vinous (92-95+)
Clerget's 2015 Clos Vougeot is a dark, powerful wine, and yet also retains striking definition as well as tranluscence. Time in the glass brings out the the wine's considerable aromatic presence, while the 100% new oak is very well judged, even at this early stage. Sadly, there is just one barrel of this juice.Inc. TAX€2,169.52 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2016 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is showing very well, wafting from the glass with aromas of red plums, candied peel, exotic spices, dark chocolate and creamy new oak. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with a deep core, considerable extract and vibrant acids, framed by notably fine-grained tannins that are very promising for its future evolution. Clerget produced three barrels, one of which was new.Inc. TAX€1,011.67 -
Vinous (92-95)
The 2017 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru is another stellar wine from Thibaud Clerget. Energetic and vibrant in the glass, with striking aromatic presence from the 50% whole clusters, the 2017 is spot-on. Bright floral notes add lift to a core of finely-sculpted red cherry/plum fruit. The 2017 is an impressive wine in the making.Inc. TAX€718.54 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru comes from the lieu-dit of Les Grand Maupertui (the same as Anne Gros). Matured in 50% new oak with 50% whole bunch, it has a perfumed bouquet of incense and rose petal scents filtering through the brambly red fruit. The medium-bodied palate offers firm, grippy tannins. A little saline in style, with a powerful, almost burly finish that will require several years just to smooth down its edges.Inc. TAX€785.28 -
Vinous (94-96)
Matured with 50% whole bunches and 50% new oak, the 2019 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru is blessed with an exquisite bouquet of mineral-rich raspberry and cranberry fruit, hints of orange blossom and Asian spice. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle but insistent grip on the entry. A little chalky in texture, this is very well defined with plenty of energy palpable on the pesistent finish. This is a superb Clos Vougeot, the most intellectual of Clerget’s 2019s.Inc. TAX€1,448.63 -
The essence of Burgundy's terroir is encapsulated in Clerget Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2022. Producing quintessential wines since 1268, the Clerget family's expertise is evident in this outstanding vintage. Hand-harvested from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, a walled vineyard in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, the handpicked Pinot Noir grapes undergo meticulous vinification, including de-stemming and 18 months ageing in French oak barrels, to create an exquisite expression of the region.
This ethereal masterpiece is a testament to its distinguished lineage, baring a seamless blend of elegance and power. Its complex nose of ripe red fruits, earthy truffle, and delicate spice precedes a vividly structured, balanced palate, full of undulating layers of flavour, culminating in a grandiose finish. The 'Clerget Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2022' embodies the character and finesse of its illustrious terroir in a manner that will captivate discerning oenophiles.
Inc. TAX€1,988.99 -
The Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 typifies the high standards of Burgundy's revered Domaine Y. Clerget. This sumptuously textured and lavishly rich Grand Cru is a testament to Thibaud Clerget's mastery of Viticulture. Originating from the illustrious hillside vineyards of Corton Rognet, the structure and profound depth of this wine are emblematic of the clay and limestone soil.
The meticulous combination of hand harvesting and aging in French oak ensures a harmonious ensemble of dark fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle spice hints. Wine lovers will appreciate the voluptuous, full-bodied palate, balanced by an elegantly soft tannin structure and a persistent finish.
Crafted by the ninth generation winemaker of Clerget family, this Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 continues to uphold familial legacy and regional prestige, offering a prominent reflection of Burgundy's famed terroir.
Inc. TAX€1,508.63 -
(6x75cl) 2020An embodiment of fine viniculture, the Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2020 captures the essence of choosing quality over quantity. Its journey begins in France’s famed Burgundy region, grown on the slopes of Corton Hill in vineyards blessed with optimal soil composition and sun exposure. This Grand Cru, a deserving recognition for the highest order of vineyard, has been meticulously produced by Yvon Clerget, a man of profound wine-making legacy. The grapes are harvest by hand, ensuring utmost care and precision in picking the very best.
Maturation in oak barrels lends depth, complexity, and an unforgettable palette. Expect a wine brimming with elegance, silky tannins and a perfect balance of fruit expressions and minerality. Its longevity distinguishes it further, making the Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2020 a veritable treasure for collectors' cellars. Savour this beautifully constructed harmony of art, nature, and tradition - a testament to Y. Clerget’s mastery.
Inc. TAX€1,618.54 -
Savour the luxurious taste of Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021, a superior red wine from renowned Burgundy producer, Yvon Clerget. This fine wine is born from an exceptional terroir on the hill of Corton Rognet in Beaune, France, renowned for its aged Jurassic limestone soils. Each grape is delicately handpicked to ensure optimal integrity before undergoing traditional vinification processes. Fermentation in oak casks allows inimitable expressions of Pinot Noir - evoking deep, indulgent flavours of ripe berries, balanced by a stunning minerality reflective of its terroir.
This wine is notable for its thoughtful blending of cultivated tradition and innovation, entrenched in Yvon Clerget's ethos of producing sustainable, organic wines. A reflection of meticulous precision, Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021 captures Burgundy's essence, making it a masterpiece of its lineage, a quintessential delight for the seasoned oenophile. Enjoy a handcrafted masterpiece that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Inc. TAX€1,223.52 -
Experience the exquisite elegance of the Y. Clerget Meursault 1er Cru Les Boucheres 2022, a stunning wine representing the epitome of French viticulture. Produced by the renowned Y. Clerget Estate in Burgundy's prestigious Meursault region, this Premier Cru wine is crafted with immaculate precision. Using only the finest Chardonnay grapes, the 2022 Les Boucheres displays the famed mineral-rich, clay-limestone soils in every sip. The result is a mesmeric wine, rich with notes of ripe fruit, nuanced by a subtle whisper of oak. An attentive maturation process lends it a sophisticated depth, while the producer's painstaking selection ensures a stunning consistency and exceptional quality. This vintage's vibrant acidity and complex palate have won it critical acclaim, rightly positioning it among the world's finest white wines. With Y. Clerget Meursault 1er Cru Les Boucheres 2022, you're not simply savouring a wine; you're indulging in a masterpiece of French winemaking.
Inc. TAX€1,174.54 -
(12x75cl) 2017Vinous (88-90)
The 2017 Meursault Les Chevalières is soft, open-knit and wonderfully inviting. Pastry, brioche, butter, tropical notes and a touch of new oak add to the wine's overt, racy personality. There is plenty to like in the 2017, but I would prefer to drink it young.Inc. TAX€1,375.32 -
Wine Advocate (92+)
The 2016 Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens is also quite reserved, offering up aromas of sweet red berries, dark soil tones and spicy new oak. On the palate, the wine is quite medium to full-bodied, chalky and firm, with broad shoulders and good concentration at the core. It's a promising Rugiens in the making but it will demand some patience.Inc. TAX€565.37 -
Vinous (90-93)
Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru is dense, flashy and voluptuous, yet also very much in the mid-weight style that defines the Clerget wines in 2017. Super-ripe red cherry and strawberry fruit open up first, with attractive floral and spiced notes that develop later. Fleshy and inviting, the Pommard will be virtually impossible to resist upon release.Inc. TAX€576.48 -
Vinous (93-95)
Matured with 20% whole bunch and the same level of new oak, the 2018 Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru has an elegant, refined bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal blackberry, briar and light wild strawberry scents, the stems lending a little pepperiness. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins and very well-judged acidity. Delivers impressive tension and structure toward the linear, very persistent finish. This is an outstanding Les Rugiens, one of the best you will find this vintage.Inc. TAX€522.48 -
(3x75cl) 2023Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
30% whole bunch vinification, 20% new wood. A medium deep purple. The nose is immediately compelling with the notes of blood orange mixing in with the red berries. Rugiens= red soil=iron oxide = blood orange. This is an exceptionally complete wine, the tannins being fully folded in to the beguiling fruit. Very nicely done. Very persistent. Drink from 2033-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. TAX€510.97 -
(6x75cl) 2018Vinous - Neal Martin (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay Les Caillerets 1er Cru was picked at 20hl/ha due to widespread millerandage that produced tiny berries, according to Clerget. This is completely de-stemmed and raised in 30% new oak. It has a vigorous, intense bouquet of red and black fruit mixed with loamy aromas and undergrowth, a touch of incense emerging with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a superb bead of acidity. Very succulent and voluminous in the mouth, perhaps just needing a little more bite and definition on the finish, but certainly very persistent. Cellar this for five years if you can and it should turn into quite a substantial Volnay.Inc. TAX€528.48 -
Vinous (90-92)
Bright red with ruby tones. Alluring scents of black cherry, violet and crushed stone (wines from this vineyard always smell dark and dense, says Clerget). Sappy and densely packed, conveying an almost chocolatey quality to its black cherry and dark raspberry fruit flavors. Lovely harmonious acidity and chewy but sweet palate-dusting tannins give this wine a solid structural underpinning. The yield here was below 20 hectoliters per hectare due to the frost. I would not be surprised if this wine surpassed the estate's 2015.Inc. TAX€525.34 -
Vinous (92)
The 2017 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru has a slightly disjointed bouquet that requires only a couple of minutes to gain focus and delineation, though the aromatics lack the vibrancy and purity of the succeeding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with pretty red cherry and red plum fruit, coming across a little conservative toward the finish, but boy, does this meliorate with aeration! After a couple of hours it suddenly goes up through the gears, developing more precision and harmony than it had immediately after opening. My score reflects this Volnay in full flight.Inc. TAX€420.48 -
(1x75cl) 2018Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru is completely de-stemmed and matured in 20% new oak. It has a precise, focused bouquet of red cherries, wild strawberry and petrichor scents, lively and joyful. The palate is medium-bodied with a succulent opening of fleshy red fruit (red cherries mixed with strawberry) and a touch of pepper, leading to a cohesive, rounded finish. Superb.Inc. TAX€119.48 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2019 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru is matured in 20% new oak and is completely de-stemmed. It offers darker fruit compared to the Volnay Village with raspberry, wild strawberry and cranberry. Hints of briary and sous-bois develope in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a vibrant entry, veins of blood orange suffusing the bright red fruit with a slightly chalky textured finish. Very good tension throughout this Volnay that should give 15-20 years of drinking pleasure.Inc. TAX€394.08 -
With an exquisite complexity, Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2020 is truly a masterpiece in the world of wine. Produced in the renowned Burgundy region of France; this red wine reflects the skilled craftsmanship of vintner Thibaud Clerget. The wine represents an expression of Volnay's top Premier Cru vineyard, endowed with a south-east facing slope delivering excellent ripeness. Matured for 18 months in oak barrels, you'll find delicate hints of ripe red and black fruits, underpinned by silky tannins and a measured mineral core, creating a harmonious balance.
The Clerget family, with a wine-making pedigree dating back to 1268, demonstrates their traditional savoir-faire while embracing modern viniculture techniques in Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2020, presenting a wine that's both timeless and exquisite. A wine worthy of your collection and deserving of momentous occasions.
Inc. TAX€142.28 -
(6x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Volnay 1er Cru Clos du Verseuil is the most harmonious and integrated of Clerget's 2016s at this early stage, wafting from the glass with aromas of sweet wild berries, dried flowers, raw cocoa and spice. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and elegant, with good concentration and depth at the core, fine structuring tannins and a succulent core of fruit. It exemplifies the stereotypical charm of Volnay.Inc. TAX€965.28 -
The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a prestige product from the famed Burgundy region in France, widely appreciated by seasoned wine enthusiasts. This wine, produced by Thibaud Clerget, the young energic winemaker representing the 28th generation of Domaine Yvon Clerget, is a true testament to the family's vinicultural heritage. Exuding a unique purity of fruit and an expression of the vineyard's limestone-based soil, this Pinot Noir is harvested from 0.5 hectares of 49-year-old vines, fermented in oak barrels for a period of 18 months. The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is notable for its bright red fruit flavours, exquisitely balanced with tannins and acidity that promises longevity. The wine's elegance, depth, and remarkable complexity reflect the artistry bestowed by Thibaud that elevates the wine drinking experience to another level. A rare gem, the Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a testament to the finesse of Burgundian Pinot Noir.
Inc. TAX€596.14 -
Vinous (88-91)
The 2017 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is a new wine in the range. Tightly wound and laced with mineral tones, the Mitans has a core of energy that really differentiates it in the lineup. Dark red fruit, lavender, rose petal, wild flowers, mint and spice emerge in the glass, but only with great reluctance. A Burgundy of understatement and power, the 2017 needs time to fully come together, but it is quite promising. The 33% new oak is well-judged.Inc. TAX€609.34 -
Vinous (92)
The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru has a dense and backward bouquet that I suspect has closed down a little since bottling. Dark berry fruit, touches of baking powder and blood orange surface with time. The palate is medium-bodied but tight at the moment with grippy tannins, very pure, quite masculine and almost Pommard-like for a Volnay with a citrus-driven finish. Impressive, but it needs time.Inc. TAX€569.83 -
Vinous (89-91)
Clerget's 2016 Volnay is a wine of notable purity and translucence. Bright red stone fruit and floral notes all lift from this exquisitely beautiful, lilting village-level Volnay endowed with superb finesse. I tasted the 2016 from tank, about two months before bottling. Yields are down a whopping 80%. - Antonio GalloniInc. TAX€298.19 -
(12x75cl) 2017Vinous (87-88)
The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release.Inc. TAX€935.05 -
Vinous (87-88)
The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release.Inc. TAX€302.88 -
Vinous (90-92)
Seeing no new oak, the 2018 Volnay Village comes from two parcels of around 50-year-old vines in Les Petits Gamets and Ez Echards that produce small berries. This has bold scents of blueberry and cranberry fruit on the nose, and just a faint touch of mulch in the background. The medium-bodied palate shows grainy tannins. Fresh and vibrant, with an enticing energy coiled up on the finish. This will be difficult to resist in its youth but will surely offer 15 years of enjoyment.Inc. TAX€109.14 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Volnay Village comes from two parcels plus the frost-eviscerated Les Mitans, fully destemmed and matured in used oak. Lively red berry fruit mixed with shucked oyster shells on the nose, this has commendable focus. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins and fine depth for a Village Cru in this vintage with appreciable length.Inc. TAX€662.08
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(6x75cl) 2015
Vinous (92-95+)
Clerget's 2015 Clos Vougeot is a dark, powerful wine, and yet also retains striking definition as well as tranluscence. Time in the glass brings out the the wine's considerable aromatic presence, while the 100% new oak is very well judged, even at this early stage. Sadly, there is just one barrel of this juice.In Bond€1,785.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2016 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is showing very well, wafting from the glass with aromas of red plums, candied peel, exotic spices, dark chocolate and creamy new oak. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with a deep core, considerable extract and vibrant acids, framed by notably fine-grained tannins that are very promising for its future evolution. Clerget produced three barrels, one of which was new.In Bond€819.00 -
Vinous (92-95)
The 2017 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru is another stellar wine from Thibaud Clerget. Energetic and vibrant in the glass, with striking aromatic presence from the 50% whole clusters, the 2017 is spot-on. Bright floral notes add lift to a core of finely-sculpted red cherry/plum fruit. The 2017 is an impressive wine in the making.In Bond€575.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru comes from the lieu-dit of Les Grand Maupertui (the same as Anne Gros). Matured in 50% new oak with 50% whole bunch, it has a perfumed bouquet of incense and rose petal scents filtering through the brambly red fruit. The medium-bodied palate offers firm, grippy tannins. A little saline in style, with a powerful, almost burly finish that will require several years just to smooth down its edges.In Bond€633.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
Matured with 50% whole bunches and 50% new oak, the 2019 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru is blessed with an exquisite bouquet of mineral-rich raspberry and cranberry fruit, hints of orange blossom and Asian spice. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle but insistent grip on the entry. A little chalky in texture, this is very well defined with plenty of energy palpable on the pesistent finish. This is a superb Clos Vougeot, the most intellectual of Clerget’s 2019s.In Bond€1,185.00 -
The essence of Burgundy's terroir is encapsulated in Clerget Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2022. Producing quintessential wines since 1268, the Clerget family's expertise is evident in this outstanding vintage. Hand-harvested from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, a walled vineyard in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, the handpicked Pinot Noir grapes undergo meticulous vinification, including de-stemming and 18 months ageing in French oak barrels, to create an exquisite expression of the region.
This ethereal masterpiece is a testament to its distinguished lineage, baring a seamless blend of elegance and power. Its complex nose of ripe red fruits, earthy truffle, and delicate spice precedes a vividly structured, balanced palate, full of undulating layers of flavour, culminating in a grandiose finish. The 'Clerget Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2022' embodies the character and finesse of its illustrious terroir in a manner that will captivate discerning oenophiles.
In Bond€1,635.00 -
The Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 typifies the high standards of Burgundy's revered Domaine Y. Clerget. This sumptuously textured and lavishly rich Grand Cru is a testament to Thibaud Clerget's mastery of Viticulture. Originating from the illustrious hillside vineyards of Corton Rognet, the structure and profound depth of this wine are emblematic of the clay and limestone soil.
The meticulous combination of hand harvesting and aging in French oak ensures a harmonious ensemble of dark fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle spice hints. Wine lovers will appreciate the voluptuous, full-bodied palate, balanced by an elegantly soft tannin structure and a persistent finish.
Crafted by the ninth generation winemaker of Clerget family, this Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 continues to uphold familial legacy and regional prestige, offering a prominent reflection of Burgundy's famed terroir.
In Bond€1,235.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
An embodiment of fine viniculture, the Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2020 captures the essence of choosing quality over quantity. Its journey begins in France’s famed Burgundy region, grown on the slopes of Corton Hill in vineyards blessed with optimal soil composition and sun exposure. This Grand Cru, a deserving recognition for the highest order of vineyard, has been meticulously produced by Yvon Clerget, a man of profound wine-making legacy. The grapes are harvest by hand, ensuring utmost care and precision in picking the very best.
Maturation in oak barrels lends depth, complexity, and an unforgettable palette. Expect a wine brimming with elegance, silky tannins and a perfect balance of fruit expressions and minerality. Its longevity distinguishes it further, making the Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2020 a veritable treasure for collectors' cellars. Savour this beautifully constructed harmony of art, nature, and tradition - a testament to Y. Clerget’s mastery.
In Bond€1,325.00 -
Savour the luxurious taste of Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021, a superior red wine from renowned Burgundy producer, Yvon Clerget. This fine wine is born from an exceptional terroir on the hill of Corton Rognet in Beaune, France, renowned for its aged Jurassic limestone soils. Each grape is delicately handpicked to ensure optimal integrity before undergoing traditional vinification processes. Fermentation in oak casks allows inimitable expressions of Pinot Noir - evoking deep, indulgent flavours of ripe berries, balanced by a stunning minerality reflective of its terroir.
This wine is notable for its thoughtful blending of cultivated tradition and innovation, entrenched in Yvon Clerget's ethos of producing sustainable, organic wines. A reflection of meticulous precision, Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021 captures Burgundy's essence, making it a masterpiece of its lineage, a quintessential delight for the seasoned oenophile. Enjoy a handcrafted masterpiece that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
In Bond€999.00 -
Experience the exquisite elegance of the Y. Clerget Meursault 1er Cru Les Boucheres 2022, a stunning wine representing the epitome of French viticulture. Produced by the renowned Y. Clerget Estate in Burgundy's prestigious Meursault region, this Premier Cru wine is crafted with immaculate precision. Using only the finest Chardonnay grapes, the 2022 Les Boucheres displays the famed mineral-rich, clay-limestone soils in every sip. The result is a mesmeric wine, rich with notes of ripe fruit, nuanced by a subtle whisper of oak. An attentive maturation process lends it a sophisticated depth, while the producer's painstaking selection ensures a stunning consistency and exceptional quality. This vintage's vibrant acidity and complex palate have won it critical acclaim, rightly positioning it among the world's finest white wines. With Y. Clerget Meursault 1er Cru Les Boucheres 2022, you're not simply savouring a wine; you're indulging in a masterpiece of French winemaking.
In Bond€955.00 -
(12x75cl) 2017
Vinous (88-90)
The 2017 Meursault Les Chevalières is soft, open-knit and wonderfully inviting. Pastry, brioche, butter, tropical notes and a touch of new oak add to the wine's overt, racy personality. There is plenty to like in the 2017, but I would prefer to drink it young.In Bond€1,100.00 -
Wine Advocate (92+)
The 2016 Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens is also quite reserved, offering up aromas of sweet red berries, dark soil tones and spicy new oak. On the palate, the wine is quite medium to full-bodied, chalky and firm, with broad shoulders and good concentration at the core. It's a promising Rugiens in the making but it will demand some patience.In Bond€452.00 -
Vinous (90-93)
Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru is dense, flashy and voluptuous, yet also very much in the mid-weight style that defines the Clerget wines in 2017. Super-ripe red cherry and strawberry fruit open up first, with attractive floral and spiced notes that develop later. Fleshy and inviting, the Pommard will be virtually impossible to resist upon release.In Bond€459.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
Matured with 20% whole bunch and the same level of new oak, the 2018 Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru has an elegant, refined bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal blackberry, briar and light wild strawberry scents, the stems lending a little pepperiness. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins and very well-judged acidity. Delivers impressive tension and structure toward the linear, very persistent finish. This is an outstanding Les Rugiens, one of the best you will find this vintage.In Bond€414.00 -
(3x75cl) 2023
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
30% whole bunch vinification, 20% new wood. A medium deep purple. The nose is immediately compelling with the notes of blood orange mixing in with the red berries. Rugiens= red soil=iron oxide = blood orange. This is an exceptionally complete wine, the tannins being fully folded in to the beguiling fruit. Very nicely done. Very persistent. Drink from 2033-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.In Bond€414.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018
Vinous - Neal Martin (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay Les Caillerets 1er Cru was picked at 20hl/ha due to widespread millerandage that produced tiny berries, according to Clerget. This is completely de-stemmed and raised in 30% new oak. It has a vigorous, intense bouquet of red and black fruit mixed with loamy aromas and undergrowth, a touch of incense emerging with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a superb bead of acidity. Very succulent and voluminous in the mouth, perhaps just needing a little more bite and definition on the finish, but certainly very persistent. Cellar this for five years if you can and it should turn into quite a substantial Volnay.In Bond€419.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
Bright red with ruby tones. Alluring scents of black cherry, violet and crushed stone (wines from this vineyard always smell dark and dense, says Clerget). Sappy and densely packed, conveying an almost chocolatey quality to its black cherry and dark raspberry fruit flavors. Lovely harmonious acidity and chewy but sweet palate-dusting tannins give this wine a solid structural underpinning. The yield here was below 20 hectoliters per hectare due to the frost. I would not be surprised if this wine surpassed the estate's 2015.In Bond€414.00 -
Vinous (92)
The 2017 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru has a slightly disjointed bouquet that requires only a couple of minutes to gain focus and delineation, though the aromatics lack the vibrancy and purity of the succeeding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with pretty red cherry and red plum fruit, coming across a little conservative toward the finish, but boy, does this meliorate with aeration! After a couple of hours it suddenly goes up through the gears, developing more precision and harmony than it had immediately after opening. My score reflects this Volnay in full flight.In Bond€329.00 -
(1x75cl) 2018
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru is completely de-stemmed and matured in 20% new oak. It has a precise, focused bouquet of red cherries, wild strawberry and petrichor scents, lively and joyful. The palate is medium-bodied with a succulent opening of fleshy red fruit (red cherries mixed with strawberry) and a touch of pepper, leading to a cohesive, rounded finish. Superb.In Bond€96.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2019 Volnay En Carelle Sous La Chapelle 1er Cru is matured in 20% new oak and is completely de-stemmed. It offers darker fruit compared to the Volnay Village with raspberry, wild strawberry and cranberry. Hints of briary and sous-bois develope in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a vibrant entry, veins of blood orange suffusing the bright red fruit with a slightly chalky textured finish. Very good tension throughout this Volnay that should give 15-20 years of drinking pleasure.In Bond€307.00 -
With an exquisite complexity, Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2020 is truly a masterpiece in the world of wine. Produced in the renowned Burgundy region of France; this red wine reflects the skilled craftsmanship of vintner Thibaud Clerget. The wine represents an expression of Volnay's top Premier Cru vineyard, endowed with a south-east facing slope delivering excellent ripeness. Matured for 18 months in oak barrels, you'll find delicate hints of ripe red and black fruits, underpinned by silky tannins and a measured mineral core, creating a harmonious balance.
The Clerget family, with a wine-making pedigree dating back to 1268, demonstrates their traditional savoir-faire while embracing modern viniculture techniques in Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2020, presenting a wine that's both timeless and exquisite. A wine worthy of your collection and deserving of momentous occasions.
In Bond€115.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Volnay 1er Cru Clos du Verseuil is the most harmonious and integrated of Clerget's 2016s at this early stage, wafting from the glass with aromas of sweet wild berries, dried flowers, raw cocoa and spice. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and elegant, with good concentration and depth at the core, fine structuring tannins and a succulent core of fruit. It exemplifies the stereotypical charm of Volnay.In Bond€783.00 -
The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a prestige product from the famed Burgundy region in France, widely appreciated by seasoned wine enthusiasts. This wine, produced by Thibaud Clerget, the young energic winemaker representing the 28th generation of Domaine Yvon Clerget, is a true testament to the family's vinicultural heritage. Exuding a unique purity of fruit and an expression of the vineyard's limestone-based soil, this Pinot Noir is harvested from 0.5 hectares of 49-year-old vines, fermented in oak barrels for a period of 18 months. The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is notable for its bright red fruit flavours, exquisitely balanced with tannins and acidity that promises longevity. The wine's elegance, depth, and remarkable complexity reflect the artistry bestowed by Thibaud that elevates the wine drinking experience to another level. A rare gem, the Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a testament to the finesse of Burgundian Pinot Noir.
In Bond€473.00 -
Vinous (88-91)
The 2017 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is a new wine in the range. Tightly wound and laced with mineral tones, the Mitans has a core of energy that really differentiates it in the lineup. Dark red fruit, lavender, rose petal, wild flowers, mint and spice emerge in the glass, but only with great reluctance. A Burgundy of understatement and power, the 2017 needs time to fully come together, but it is quite promising. The 33% new oak is well-judged.In Bond€484.00 -
Vinous (92)
The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru has a dense and backward bouquet that I suspect has closed down a little since bottling. Dark berry fruit, touches of baking powder and blood orange surface with time. The palate is medium-bodied but tight at the moment with grippy tannins, very pure, quite masculine and almost Pommard-like for a Volnay with a citrus-driven finish. Impressive, but it needs time.In Bond€452.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
Clerget's 2016 Volnay is a wine of notable purity and translucence. Bright red stone fruit and floral notes all lift from this exquisitely beautiful, lilting village-level Volnay endowed with superb finesse. I tasted the 2016 from tank, about two months before bottling. Yields are down a whopping 80%. - Antonio GalloniIn Bond€230.00 -
(12x75cl) 2017
Vinous (87-88)
The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release.In Bond€741.00 -
Vinous (87-88)
The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release.In Bond€231.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
Seeing no new oak, the 2018 Volnay Village comes from two parcels of around 50-year-old vines in Les Petits Gamets and Ez Echards that produce small berries. This has bold scents of blueberry and cranberry fruit on the nose, and just a faint touch of mulch in the background. The medium-bodied palate shows grainy tannins. Fresh and vibrant, with an enticing energy coiled up on the finish. This will be difficult to resist in its youth but will surely offer 15 years of enjoyment.In Bond€87.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Volnay Village comes from two parcels plus the frost-eviscerated Les Mitans, fully destemmed and matured in used oak. Lively red berry fruit mixed with shucked oyster shells on the nose, this has commendable focus. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins and fine depth for a Village Cru in this vintage with appreciable length.In Bond€529.00
