France - All Red Wines
France stands as the epitome of excellence when it comes to crafting red wines that showcase the diversity of terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions.
In Bordeaux, the renowned Left Bank vineyards of Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion epitomize the artistry of winemaking. These prestigious estates craft red wines that blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, resulting in wines of depth, structure, and complexity. The wines from the Right Bank, such as those from Pétrus, Château Ausone, and Château Cheval Blanc, offer elegance, refinement, and a focus on Merlot as the dominant grape variety.
In Burgundy, the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune regions are home to iconic vineyards like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau. These vineyards produce world-renowned Pinot Noir wines that showcase finesse, complexity, and a captivating expression of their unique terroirs.
The Rhône Valley boasts appellations such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In Hermitage, producers like Jean-Louis Chave and Domaine Jean-Louis Grippat craft powerful and age-worthy Syrah-based wines with immense structure and complexity. Côte-Rôtie is known for its elegant and perfumed Syrah wines, while Châteauneuf-du-Pape combines a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre to create bold and full-bodied wines.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Chinon and Saumur-Champigny shine with exceptional Cabernet Franc wines. Producers such as Charles Joguet and Domaine Guiberteau showcase the region's ability to craft wines of finesse, with notes of red fruits, spice, and a characteristic herbal undertone.
Finally, in the south, the Languedoc-Roussillon region is celebrated for its bold and robust red wines. Vineyards like Mas de Daumas Gassac and Domaine Gauby produce powerful and expressive wines that highlight the region's warm climate and diverse terroirs.
France - All Red Wines
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Indulge your senses with the eloquent Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022. This refined Burgundy originates from the esteemed Les Gravieres vineyard in Santenay, France. Bruno Colin, a name synonymous with impeccable winemaking, skillfully crafts this Rouge using exclusively hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes. This meticulous process ensures each bottle embodies the rich, earthy characteristics unique to the region's limestone-clay soils.
Aged in oak barrels, this sumptuous wine boasts a full-bodied profile layered with complex notes of ripe red fruits, underpinned by subtle smoky nuances. Its velvety tannins and crisp acidity balance perfectly, culminating in a luxuriously long finish. The Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022 is an exquisite illustration of Burgundy's terroir and Colin's winemaking brilliance.
Although proudly displaying its own distinct character, this wine remains true to the Colin family's ethos of producing authentically expressive, high quality wines. Savour this exceptional Burgundy by securing your bottle of Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022 today.
Inc. TAX€588.55 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite experience of the Bruno Colin Santenay Vv 2022. This harmonious Burgundian nectar hails from the famed slopes of Santenay, narrating a tale of its unique microclimate and complex marly chalk soils. As a highly reputed 8th generation winegrower, Bruno Colin passionately upholds ancestral viticulture practices, skilfully nurturing each vine to its finest expression. The grapes handpicked from old vines, aged 65 years, bring an exceptional richness to this wine.
This remarkable Burgundy offers a sensory symphony that begins with a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits intertwined with delicate earthy undertones. With its refreshingly high acidity and subtle minerality, every sip unveils layers of marvel, leaving a lingering finish that is both fruity and earthy. Liquid luxury, the Bruno Colin Santenay Vv 2022 impeccably encapsulates the essence of Burgundy. It's a remarkable testament to the producer's unwavering dedication to crafting wines of extraordinary character and finesse.
Inc. TAX€618.55 -
From the revered vineyards of Burgundy, the C. Thiriet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Initiale 2022 is a symbol of the mastery of French winemaking. This particular vintage pays homage to the revered terroir in the northern slopes of Clos de Vougeot, where the grapes are carefully nurtured to transmit that magical palate charm. Awards and high ratings bedeck the legacy of producer C. Thiriet, a testament to their meticulous approach to quality and attention to subtleties of the vinification process.
This fine wine is created with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, exuding an intoxicating bouquet with layered notes of redcurrant, cherry, and raw cacao. In the mouth, the C. Thiriet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Initiale 2022 unfolds to reveal a bold yet refined structure, balanced with the right acidity and tannin edginess, leading to a complex finish. An exceptional exemplar of Grand Cru, this wine is both a testament to its esteemed origin and a pleasure to the senses.
Inc. TAX€3,764.92 -
Wine Advocate (99-100)
From an estate that is delivering its greatest run of vintages since the superb Post War series that preceded the frosts of 1956, the 2022 Canon is a magical wine that will be worth every effort to track down. Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark berries, wild plums and cherries mingled with hints of bay leaf, spices and violets, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with huge levels of concentration, vibrant acids and beautifully refined tannins. Concluding with a long, saline finish, this pure, perfumed and ineffably complete Canon is built for the ages, even if its structural polish is such that it will be approachable at a surprisingly early age.Inc. TAX€1,123.67 -
James Suckling (96-97)
Extremely perfumed with sweet tobacco and blackcurrants as well as cedar and dark chocolate. Aromatic. Medium-bodied with an intense center palate of blackcurrant, orange peel and peaches. Nervy. 53% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 3% petit verdot.Inc. TAX€1,670.87 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
5 Star Wines A beautiful full fresh purple. The nose is exquisite even in the large-scale eyes of the vintage. This is a luxurious and noble Beaune with very good acidity. The deep, dark raspberry fruit absolutely fills the palate, the tannins still need to refine with the second half of the elevage but the finish promises a very fine wine. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023.Inc. TAX€505.72 -
Inc. TAX€450.26 -
Jancis Robinson (16.5)
An appealing nose that shows vivid and expressive dark fruits. An olive-tapenade note as well as fig spice and slight bacon fat beneath. Lots of freshness here as well. Bizarrely the nose is rich and ripe and the palate is not showing as much alcohol as you would expect. Expressive. (AC)Inc. TAX€303.86 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Cask sample. Ground coffee and earthy graphite notes on the nose, intense notes of crushed violet and rose petal as well as a meaty and savoury note. Really powerful mid palate with a concentrated and super-intense fruit core that is packed full of fruit, spice, lavender, meat and game. The tannins are compact, tightly wound and driving the core of exceptional fruit. So much potential but I expect this to shut down for a while. (AC)Inc. TAX€1,869.86 -
Jancis Robinson (17)
Cask sample. Juicy and chewy on the nose, there is real tension here and a nose that is fighting with itself between expressive fruit and a steely graphite-like tension. The tannins are firm yet supple and at the moment are framing the core of the wine. Dense and layered, showing lots of character and needs time. (AC)Inc. TAX€1,377.86 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Meaty and gamey notes on the nose. Violet and spice as well as dried flowers. The palate is dense and saturated with very firm tannins, this needs time to settle. There is fruit, acidity and spice as well. Gamey and meaty with such a core of acidity through the middle of the wine. Leave for at least 10 years. (AC)Inc. TAX€1,682.66 -
Jancis Robinson (17+)
Cask sample. Fascinating nose, gravel and spice and lifted balsamic notes as well as cassis and crushed rocks. The palate is defined and layered with beautiful structure and a lovely floral character beneath as well. Has an expressive nose and a rose-petal character, too. Needs a few years but is hugely expressive on the nose and on the palate. (AC)Inc. TAX€795.86 -
Jancis Robinson (16)
Cask sample. A very expressive and rich nose, iron and ferruginous notes. Inky and slight peppery hints as well. Olive tapenade and weighty mid palate. Supremely textured, the tannins are firm and very present and slightly stalky presently. Needs a lot of time to come together. (AC)Inc. TAX€720.26 -
Jancis Robinson (16.5)
Cask sample. Hugely expressive and vivid nose, pepper and spice as well as a meaty and graphite note. The palate is firm, the tannins are present and marked and need some time to come together – the fruit is well poised to soak up those tannins as well. Youthful and shows an attractive smoked-meat note on the finish. (AC)Inc. TAX€353.06 -
Indulge in the exquisite Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022, renowned for its unique balance of sophistication and full-bodied richness. This exceptional burgundy hails from the prestigious Morey-Saint-Denis appellation in France's famed Côte de Nuits. Produced by Frédéric Cossard of Domaine de Chassorney - celebrated for his commitment to biodynamic viticulture - this wine showcases masterful craftsmanship with its decadently layered complexity.
Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022 reveals a kaleidoscope of black cherries, wild strawberries, earthy undertones, and traces of spice in its aromatic profile. The palate sings of the wine's terroir, expressing robust tannins and fresh acidity garnered from the limestone-dominated soils. It has spent 12-18 months in oak, imparting a subtle oaky charm without overriding its intense fruitiness. If you seek a fine icon of Burgundian Pinot Noir, the Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022 is a must-have oenological treasure.
Inc. TAX€926.95 -
Immerse yourself in the elegance of the Chateau Marsannay Chambertin Grand Cru 2022. A masterpiece from Burgundy, it's produced with meticulous attention to detail. Each grape for this exquisite wine is handpicked in the esteemed Grand Cru vineyard of Chambertin, renowned for its rich, limestone-enriched soils. The result is a wine encapsulating the authenticity and complexity of its terroir. Chateau Marsannay, the producer, is revered for honouring traditional winemaking techniques, while also employing modern innovations to guarantee quality. The Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 exudes a bouquet of ripe cherries and wild berries, intertwining with subtle, smoky undertones. Decant to allow this fine Burgundian to reveal its multilayered palate of berry fruit laced with earthy minerality. Supple tannins ensure a long, smooth finish, making the Chateau Marsannay Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 an unforgettable sensory experience — a genuine testament to the artisanal prowess of Chateau Marsannay.
Inc. TAX€3,056.95 -
Inc. TAX€294.46 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-92)
Not in bottle. Medium to bright purple. 50% whole bunch makes a more classic pinot fruit on the nose. Opens out very nicely, slightly more acidity than tannin to make the structure. No great density but pleasingly perfumed with raspberry and rose petals. Drink from 2027-2034. Tasted: October 2023.Inc. TAX€740.95 -
James Suckling (99-100)
This is a wine that soars to new heights with its brightness and weightlessness. The balance of serene fruit that’s perfectly ripe. Full-bodied yet tight and polished where it seems delicate and compressed, with berry, chocolate and walnut character. The finish is endless and poised. Wine of the vintage? 53% merlot, 46% cabernet franc and 1% cabernet sauvignon.Inc. TAX€2,132.63 -
James Suckling (99-100)
This is a wine that soars to new heights with its brightness and weightlessness. The balance of serene fruit that’s perfectly ripe. Full-bodied yet tight and polished where it seems delicate and compressed, with berry, chocolate and walnut character. The finish is endless and poised. Wine of the vintage? 53% merlot, 46% cabernet franc and 1% cabernet sauvignon.Inc. TAX€4,226.87 -
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€2,342.99 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)
The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape reminds me of the 2007 with its incredible sexiness and seamless, elegant texture. Black cherry liqueur, Provençal herbs, flowers, and licorice are just some of its nuances, and it's full-bodied, with a layered mouthfeel, gorgeous tannins, and a great, great finish. Tasted from multiple foudre, this is unquestionably up with the finest in the vintage, and as I’ve written in the past, it’s almost impossible to have too much Clos des Papes in the cellar!Inc. TAX€639.59 -
Wine Advocate (98-100)
A candidate for perfection, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape La Reserve is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre from sandy parcels in Guigasse and Pignan. Alluring scents of crushed stone, floral elements and almost truffle-like complexities accent black cherries and plums on the nose, while the wine is full-bodied and expansive in the mouth yet manages to do that without seeming heavy or overly rich, and the silky finish is near-endless, reverberating with notes of dark fruit and licorice.Inc. TAX€1,394.66 -
Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)
While this cuvée wasn't made in 2021 due to the frosts, the 2022 Côtes Du Rhône La Reserve should make up for it – it’s a brilliant Côtes Du Rhône that readers will love. Bing cherries, red plums, blackberries, black licorice, and sappy flower notes are just some of its nuances, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a deep, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's going to be one of the finest Côtes Du Rhône out there.Inc. TAX€1,407.94 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)
I loved the 2022 Clos Du Marquis, which is a brilliant effort, if not the finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted. Cassis, graphite, and floral notes all define the bouquet, and it's full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins and flawless balance. It shows the ripe, concentrated, powerful style of the vintage yet is incredibly pure and seamless, with everything in the right places. It's going to round into form with just a few years of bottle age but have decades of prime drinking.Inc. TAX€617.27 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)
Mathieu Cuvelier marks 20 years of the Cuvelier family at Clos Fourtet with this vintage, and it's a wonderful attestation to the potential of limestone plateau location for coping with a changing climate in Bordeaux. Visually arresting in its deep plum and violet colour, with a luscious texture, and plenty of subtle red roses and peony floral aromatics. Creamy black and blue fruits, and sublimely well measured tannic extraction, with crunchy salinity on the finish, oyster shell and salt-flecked chocolate notes. Super smooth finish. First year with the addition of Les Grandes Murailles vineyard. StŽphane Derenoncourt and Jean-Claude Berrouet consultants (working together since 2009). Not too interventionist, no cold soaks here, natural yeasts, with whole bunch ferments for the young vines. Harvest September 9 to 27. 3.54ph. 40% new oak, 58% second-fill barrels, 2% amphoras.Inc. TAX€911.27 -
The Wine Independent (95-97)
The 2022 Clos L'Eglise, 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. It features straight-laced, classic scents of warm black plums, blueberry preserves, and cedar chest, leading to suggestions of iron ore, Sichuan pepper, and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is wonderfully bright and pure, with fresh black fruits and earthy accents supported by very firm, very ripe tannins and finishing long and mineral-laced. 1.5 ha of Merlot is being replanted, so there is a higher percentage of Cabernet Franc this year, which really lends a shine to the wine! pH 3.75.Inc. TAX€1,159.67 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (94)
No secret that I am a fan of this small production, high quality estate in the Médoc region, owned by Françoise and Stéphane Dief. Once again here it shows you why. This is absolutely staying in the lines of 2022 in terms of its full-on inky colour, but there are vibrant violet edges, and this feels sleek but restrained. A real standout, leaning into the vintage with its clearly ripe dark fruits and plush chocolate and liquorice lacing, but never feeling over the top. A buy.Inc. TAX€543.42 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (94)
No secret that I am a fan of this small production, high quality estate in the Médoc region, owned by Françoise and Stéphane Dief. Once again here it shows you why. This is absolutely staying in the lines of 2022 in terms of its full-on inky colour, but there are vibrant violet edges, and this feels sleek but restrained. A real standout, leaning into the vintage with its clearly ripe dark fruits and plush chocolate and liquorice lacing, but never feeling over the top. A buy.Inc. TAX€215.32 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)
The 2022 Clos Saint-Martin comes from a tiny 1.3-hectare vineyard of clay and limestone soils and is based on 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon. Glass-staining purple-hued, with powerful aromatics of pure cassis, blackberries, spicy oak, graphite, and chalky minerality, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, concentrated mid-palate, remarkable purity, and one hell of a great finish. This is another absolutely brilliant Saint-Emilion that readers will love to have in their cellar. Tasted twice.Inc. TAX€1,408.56
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Indulge your senses with the eloquent Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022. This refined Burgundy originates from the esteemed Les Gravieres vineyard in Santenay, France. Bruno Colin, a name synonymous with impeccable winemaking, skillfully crafts this Rouge using exclusively hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes. This meticulous process ensures each bottle embodies the rich, earthy characteristics unique to the region's limestone-clay soils.
Aged in oak barrels, this sumptuous wine boasts a full-bodied profile layered with complex notes of ripe red fruits, underpinned by subtle smoky nuances. Its velvety tannins and crisp acidity balance perfectly, culminating in a luxuriously long finish. The Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022 is an exquisite illustration of Burgundy's terroir and Colin's winemaking brilliance.
Although proudly displaying its own distinct character, this wine remains true to the Colin family's ethos of producing authentically expressive, high quality wines. Savour this exceptional Burgundy by securing your bottle of Bruno Colin Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres Rouge 2022 today.
In Bond€468.00 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite experience of the Bruno Colin Santenay Vv 2022. This harmonious Burgundian nectar hails from the famed slopes of Santenay, narrating a tale of its unique microclimate and complex marly chalk soils. As a highly reputed 8th generation winegrower, Bruno Colin passionately upholds ancestral viticulture practices, skilfully nurturing each vine to its finest expression. The grapes handpicked from old vines, aged 65 years, bring an exceptional richness to this wine.
This remarkable Burgundy offers a sensory symphony that begins with a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits intertwined with delicate earthy undertones. With its refreshingly high acidity and subtle minerality, every sip unveils layers of marvel, leaving a lingering finish that is both fruity and earthy. Liquid luxury, the Bruno Colin Santenay Vv 2022 impeccably encapsulates the essence of Burgundy. It's a remarkable testament to the producer's unwavering dedication to crafting wines of extraordinary character and finesse.
In Bond€493.00 -
From the revered vineyards of Burgundy, the C. Thiriet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Initiale 2022 is a symbol of the mastery of French winemaking. This particular vintage pays homage to the revered terroir in the northern slopes of Clos de Vougeot, where the grapes are carefully nurtured to transmit that magical palate charm. Awards and high ratings bedeck the legacy of producer C. Thiriet, a testament to their meticulous approach to quality and attention to subtleties of the vinification process.
This fine wine is created with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, exuding an intoxicating bouquet with layered notes of redcurrant, cherry, and raw cacao. In the mouth, the C. Thiriet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Initiale 2022 unfolds to reveal a bold yet refined structure, balanced with the right acidity and tannin edginess, leading to a complex finish. An exceptional exemplar of Grand Cru, this wine is both a testament to its esteemed origin and a pleasure to the senses.
In Bond€3,115.00 -
Wine Advocate (99-100)
From an estate that is delivering its greatest run of vintages since the superb Post War series that preceded the frosts of 1956, the 2022 Canon is a magical wine that will be worth every effort to track down. Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark berries, wild plums and cherries mingled with hints of bay leaf, spices and violets, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with huge levels of concentration, vibrant acids and beautifully refined tannins. Concluding with a long, saline finish, this pure, perfumed and ineffably complete Canon is built for the ages, even if its structural polish is such that it will be approachable at a surprisingly early age.In Bond€914.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
Extremely perfumed with sweet tobacco and blackcurrants as well as cedar and dark chocolate. Aromatic. Medium-bodied with an intense center palate of blackcurrant, orange peel and peaches. Nervy. 53% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 3% petit verdot.In Bond€1,370.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
5 Star Wines A beautiful full fresh purple. The nose is exquisite even in the large-scale eyes of the vintage. This is a luxurious and noble Beaune with very good acidity. The deep, dark raspberry fruit absolutely fills the palate, the tannins still need to refine with the second half of the elevage but the finish promises a very fine wine. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond€399.00 -
In Bond€353.00
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)
An appealing nose that shows vivid and expressive dark fruits. An olive-tapenade note as well as fig spice and slight bacon fat beneath. Lots of freshness here as well. Bizarrely the nose is rich and ripe and the palate is not showing as much alcohol as you would expect. Expressive. (AC)In Bond€231.00 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Cask sample. Ground coffee and earthy graphite notes on the nose, intense notes of crushed violet and rose petal as well as a meaty and savoury note. Really powerful mid palate with a concentrated and super-intense fruit core that is packed full of fruit, spice, lavender, meat and game. The tannins are compact, tightly wound and driving the core of exceptional fruit. So much potential but I expect this to shut down for a while. (AC)In Bond€1,536.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17)
Cask sample. Juicy and chewy on the nose, there is real tension here and a nose that is fighting with itself between expressive fruit and a steely graphite-like tension. The tannins are firm yet supple and at the moment are framing the core of the wine. Dense and layered, showing lots of character and needs time. (AC)In Bond€1,126.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Meaty and gamey notes on the nose. Violet and spice as well as dried flowers. The palate is dense and saturated with very firm tannins, this needs time to settle. There is fruit, acidity and spice as well. Gamey and meaty with such a core of acidity through the middle of the wine. Leave for at least 10 years. (AC)In Bond€1,380.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17+)
Cask sample. Fascinating nose, gravel and spice and lifted balsamic notes as well as cassis and crushed rocks. The palate is defined and layered with beautiful structure and a lovely floral character beneath as well. Has an expressive nose and a rose-petal character, too. Needs a few years but is hugely expressive on the nose and on the palate. (AC)In Bond€641.00 -
Jancis Robinson (16)
Cask sample. A very expressive and rich nose, iron and ferruginous notes. Inky and slight peppery hints as well. Olive tapenade and weighty mid palate. Supremely textured, the tannins are firm and very present and slightly stalky presently. Needs a lot of time to come together. (AC)In Bond€578.00 -
Jancis Robinson (16.5)
Cask sample. Hugely expressive and vivid nose, pepper and spice as well as a meaty and graphite note. The palate is firm, the tannins are present and marked and need some time to come together – the fruit is well poised to soak up those tannins as well. Youthful and shows an attractive smoked-meat note on the finish. (AC)In Bond€272.00 -
Indulge in the exquisite Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022, renowned for its unique balance of sophistication and full-bodied richness. This exceptional burgundy hails from the prestigious Morey-Saint-Denis appellation in France's famed Côte de Nuits. Produced by Frédéric Cossard of Domaine de Chassorney - celebrated for his commitment to biodynamic viticulture - this wine showcases masterful craftsmanship with its decadently layered complexity.
Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022 reveals a kaleidoscope of black cherries, wild strawberries, earthy undertones, and traces of spice in its aromatic profile. The palate sings of the wine's terroir, expressing robust tannins and fresh acidity garnered from the limestone-dominated soils. It has spent 12-18 months in oak, imparting a subtle oaky charm without overriding its intense fruitiness. If you seek a fine icon of Burgundian Pinot Noir, the Chassorney Morey-Saint-Denis Champs Vignes 2022 is a must-have oenological treasure.
In Bond€750.00 -
Immerse yourself in the elegance of the Chateau Marsannay Chambertin Grand Cru 2022. A masterpiece from Burgundy, it's produced with meticulous attention to detail. Each grape for this exquisite wine is handpicked in the esteemed Grand Cru vineyard of Chambertin, renowned for its rich, limestone-enriched soils. The result is a wine encapsulating the authenticity and complexity of its terroir. Chateau Marsannay, the producer, is revered for honouring traditional winemaking techniques, while also employing modern innovations to guarantee quality. The Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 exudes a bouquet of ripe cherries and wild berries, intertwining with subtle, smoky undertones. Decant to allow this fine Burgundian to reveal its multilayered palate of berry fruit laced with earthy minerality. Supple tannins ensure a long, smooth finish, making the Chateau Marsannay Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 an unforgettable sensory experience — a genuine testament to the artisanal prowess of Chateau Marsannay.
In Bond€2,525.00 -
In Bond€223.00
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-92)
Not in bottle. Medium to bright purple. 50% whole bunch makes a more classic pinot fruit on the nose. Opens out very nicely, slightly more acidity than tannin to make the structure. No great density but pleasingly perfumed with raspberry and rose petals. Drink from 2027-2034. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond€595.00 -
James Suckling (99-100)
This is a wine that soars to new heights with its brightness and weightlessness. The balance of serene fruit that’s perfectly ripe. Full-bodied yet tight and polished where it seems delicate and compressed, with berry, chocolate and walnut character. The finish is endless and poised. Wine of the vintage? 53% merlot, 46% cabernet franc and 1% cabernet sauvignon.In Bond€1,766.00 -
James Suckling (99-100)
This is a wine that soars to new heights with its brightness and weightlessness. The balance of serene fruit that’s perfectly ripe. Full-bodied yet tight and polished where it seems delicate and compressed, with berry, chocolate and walnut character. The finish is endless and poised. Wine of the vintage? 53% merlot, 46% cabernet franc and 1% cabernet sauvignon.In Bond€3,500.00 -
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€1,930.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)
The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape reminds me of the 2007 with its incredible sexiness and seamless, elegant texture. Black cherry liqueur, Provençal herbs, flowers, and licorice are just some of its nuances, and it's full-bodied, with a layered mouthfeel, gorgeous tannins, and a great, great finish. Tasted from multiple foudre, this is unquestionably up with the finest in the vintage, and as I’ve written in the past, it’s almost impossible to have too much Clos des Papes in the cellar!In Bond€511.00 -
Wine Advocate (98-100)
A candidate for perfection, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape La Reserve is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre from sandy parcels in Guigasse and Pignan. Alluring scents of crushed stone, floral elements and almost truffle-like complexities accent black cherries and plums on the nose, while the wine is full-bodied and expansive in the mouth yet manages to do that without seeming heavy or overly rich, and the silky finish is near-endless, reverberating with notes of dark fruit and licorice.In Bond€1,140.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)
While this cuvée wasn't made in 2021 due to the frosts, the 2022 Côtes Du Rhône La Reserve should make up for it – it’s a brilliant Côtes Du Rhône that readers will love. Bing cherries, red plums, blackberries, black licorice, and sappy flower notes are just some of its nuances, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a deep, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's going to be one of the finest Côtes Du Rhône out there.In Bond€1,154.77 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)
I loved the 2022 Clos Du Marquis, which is a brilliant effort, if not the finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted. Cassis, graphite, and floral notes all define the bouquet, and it's full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins and flawless balance. It shows the ripe, concentrated, powerful style of the vintage yet is incredibly pure and seamless, with everything in the right places. It's going to round into form with just a few years of bottle age but have decades of prime drinking.In Bond€492.00 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)
Mathieu Cuvelier marks 20 years of the Cuvelier family at Clos Fourtet with this vintage, and it's a wonderful attestation to the potential of limestone plateau location for coping with a changing climate in Bordeaux. Visually arresting in its deep plum and violet colour, with a luscious texture, and plenty of subtle red roses and peony floral aromatics. Creamy black and blue fruits, and sublimely well measured tannic extraction, with crunchy salinity on the finish, oyster shell and salt-flecked chocolate notes. Super smooth finish. First year with the addition of Les Grandes Murailles vineyard. StŽphane Derenoncourt and Jean-Claude Berrouet consultants (working together since 2009). Not too interventionist, no cold soaks here, natural yeasts, with whole bunch ferments for the young vines. Harvest September 9 to 27. 3.54ph. 40% new oak, 58% second-fill barrels, 2% amphoras.In Bond€737.00 -
The Wine Independent (95-97)
The 2022 Clos L'Eglise, 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. It features straight-laced, classic scents of warm black plums, blueberry preserves, and cedar chest, leading to suggestions of iron ore, Sichuan pepper, and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is wonderfully bright and pure, with fresh black fruits and earthy accents supported by very firm, very ripe tannins and finishing long and mineral-laced. 1.5 ha of Merlot is being replanted, so there is a higher percentage of Cabernet Franc this year, which really lends a shine to the wine! pH 3.75.In Bond€944.00 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (94)
No secret that I am a fan of this small production, high quality estate in the Médoc region, owned by Françoise and Stéphane Dief. Once again here it shows you why. This is absolutely staying in the lines of 2022 in terms of its full-on inky colour, but there are vibrant violet edges, and this feels sleek but restrained. A real standout, leaning into the vintage with its clearly ripe dark fruits and plush chocolate and liquorice lacing, but never feeling over the top. A buy.In Bond€408.00 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (94)
No secret that I am a fan of this small production, high quality estate in the Médoc region, owned by Françoise and Stéphane Dief. Once again here it shows you why. This is absolutely staying in the lines of 2022 in terms of its full-on inky colour, but there are vibrant violet edges, and this feels sleek but restrained. A real standout, leaning into the vintage with its clearly ripe dark fruits and plush chocolate and liquorice lacing, but never feeling over the top. A buy.In Bond€157.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)
The 2022 Clos Saint-Martin comes from a tiny 1.3-hectare vineyard of clay and limestone soils and is based on 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon. Glass-staining purple-hued, with powerful aromatics of pure cassis, blackberries, spicy oak, graphite, and chalky minerality, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, concentrated mid-palate, remarkable purity, and one hell of a great finish. This is another absolutely brilliant Saint-Emilion that readers will love to have in their cellar. Tasted twice.In Bond€1,151.38
