Vinous - Neal Martin (96+)

The 2019 Ruchottes-Chambertin Clos des Ruchottes Grand Cru offers an irresistible mélange of red and black fruit, hints of black tea leaves and bay, all delivered with stunning delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly grainy tannins, precise red fruit tinged with pencil lead, surfeit with mineralité as you want from this vineyard and conveying such brightness and vivacity on the finish that you cannot help but be seduced. Just on the opening pages of its story.

Vinous (84-86)

The 2018 Bourgogne Chardonnay is actually declassified Montagny premier cru fruit. It has a light, slightly grassy bouquet that is nicely defined albeit quite simple in style. The palate is medium-bodied with sharp acidity on the entry, a touch of sour lemon and a short finish.

Impeccably embodying the magnificence of Burgundian elegance, the Arnaud Baillot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2020 is a paragon of superior vinification. As the masterpiece of benighted wine enthusiast Arnaud Baillot, this Bourgogne Chardonnay is meticulously crafted, reflecting meticulous attention to detail applied throughout its creation. Born from the prestigious terra of the Côte de Beaune region in France, the lush vineyards are renowned for producing Chardonnays with sublime balance and complexity.

The 2020 vintage exhibits a delightful mingle of minerality and acidity, imbued with aromas of jubilant orchard fruits and delicate floral undertones. A careful oak maturation process enhances the wine's depth without compromising its refreshing character. As a testament to Baillot's commitment to crafting impeccable wines, each grape is hand-harvested ensuring only the finest fruit translates into this unrivalled gem. Bursting with vivacious flavours and elegance, the Arnaud Baillot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2020 is truly the epitome of fine wine appreciation.

Immerse in the world of fine wine with the illustrious Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016. Imbued with sublime elegance and precision, this first-rate French wine hails from the esteemed vineyards of Arnaud Ente, one of Burgundy's monumental wine producers. Fermented in oak barrels and aged for an impactful 18 months, the production process is meticulous, reverenting the esteemed old-world wine-making traditions.

The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016 is characterised by a strikingly fresh bouquet, underlined by citrus notes and an alluring minerality. You'll discover an exquisite palate balance, persisting through to a tantalising, lingering finish. Arnaud Ente's mastery is unmistakable – showcasing his infamous attention to detail in viticulture and vinification to create a wine capturing the quintessence of the Burgundy terroir.

Celebrate a pivotal moment, impress a distinguished guest, or simply enjoy an evening of sophistication with the lauded Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016.

The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 exudes graceful sophistication. Crafted in the renowned vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage was meticulously tended to by expert winemaker, Arnaud Ente, a virtuoso known for artisanal winemaking. Respecting tradition and ensuring attention to detail, this Chardonnay grape is handled with exceptional care from vine to bottle. It has an exquisite balance between acidity and richness, resulting in an opulent white wine with complex aromas of fresh green apples, citrus, and subtle touches of oak.

Every stage of production: viticulture, fermentation, and maturation in oak barrels, is executed with a philosophy of respect for nature and terroir. Unlike most wines from Meursault, Arnaud Ente's 2017 vintage has a remarkable longevity due to its structured, focused character. The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 is not just a wine, but an experience of flavours expressing the quintessence of its Burgundy roots and the distilled expertise of Ente's proficient vintner skills.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)

Pale clear colour. A gentle fresh apple nose, this has notable tension on the palate, not a rich, ripe rounded Meursault – but that is not the intention anyway. The attack suggests that this is only just ripe, but the finish indicates that it was picked at a very good moment, otherwise you wouldn’t have this length of flavour. Fine tension to finish.