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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Explore the finely crafted Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013, emanating from the prestigious vineyards of Bourgogne, France. This distinguished, red Burgundy wine is the brainchild of esteemed winemaker Henri Jouan, celebrated for his meticulous, old-world approach to winemaking. This pristine bottle captures an exceptional vintage year, delivering an unparalleled sensory experience. Henri Jouan utilises organic vineyard management techniques, enriching the noble Pinot Noir grape used in this vineyard's portfolio. Over multiple generations, the Jouan family mastered a minimal intervention philosophy, allowing the refined expression of each unique terroir to shine. The result in the Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013 is a nuanced complexity, recognisable in its luscious palette of ripe dark berries, balanced spices and supple tannins. A scattering of light Jura limestone in the clay loam soil contributes to a subtle mineral undertone. For those who appreciate a wine that encapsulates elegance and tradition, Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013 is a compelling choice.
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Wine Advocate (89-91)
The 2013 Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru la Perrière, a vineyard that Hubert and Laurent have treated organically for three years, has a quite an intense bouquet with small red cherries, cranberry and raspberry preserve. The palate is very well balanced with just the right amount of acidity to cut through the succulent red fruit, although the finish does not quite possess the delineation that I was expecting at the moment.Inc. TAX€1,532.77 -
Vinous (89-92)
(the only one of these 2013s that had been racked and assembled by the time of my visit, as it had been very reduced): Good deep red. Pure but reticent aromas of red fruits and menthol. Silky on entry, then supple and energetic in the mid-palate, with pristine red fruit flavors supported by a stony underpinning. Finishes saline and persistent, with its 50% new oak showing today. Oxygen has done wonders for this wine, noted van Canneyt, adding that the rest of the 2013s need air. He planned to rack them into cuves not long after my visit and bottle in January.Inc. TAX€1,414.38 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers has a cohesive bouquet with red currant, raspberry and just a touch of tinned peach, quite Vosne-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the oak needing a little more time to fully integrate. But it is endowed with a pleasant, endearing spiciness, almost fieriness that lends the finish intrigue. This has finesse and focus, constituting and supremely well-crafted 2013.Inc. TAX€1,288.38 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru les Malconsorts was the latest to finish its malolactic in mid-September. The nose has plenty of energy: red berry fruit, orange sorbet, wet limestone and fresh prune scents. The palate is primal with a dense body of red fruit. There is better weight here than the Suchots with more persistence on the peacock’s tail finish. Is this the Malconsorts of the vintage?Inc. TAX€1,711.45 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru les Suchots, which comes from the domains century-old vines on more clayey soil than the Beaumonts, has a pixilated bouquet with vibrant red currant and cranberry scents, more floral than the aforementioned premier cru. The palate is medium-bodied with supple juicy tannins, a fine line of acidity and a tangy marmalade-tinged finish that coats the mouth in spicy red fruit. There is just lovely build to this Suchots that is streets ahead of the 2012.Inc. TAX€2,164.38 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red. Knockout nose combines raspberry, flowers and crushed stone. Utterly seamless on the palate, with its fruit sweetness perfectly countered by minerality. The wine's powerful stony underpinning gives it outstanding sappiness and inner-mouth tension. Offers a remarkable combination of thick, silky texture and energy. Finishes with thoroughly buffered, noble tannins and outstanding length. This should evolve slowly and gracefully for at least the next two decades.Inc. TAX€4,005.73 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red. Knockout nose combines raspberry, flowers and crushed stone. Utterly seamless on the palate, with its fruit sweetness perfectly countered by minerality. The wine's powerful stony underpinning gives it outstanding sappiness and inner-mouth tension. Offers a remarkable combination of thick, silky texture and energy. Finishes with thoroughly buffered, noble tannins and outstanding length. This should evolve slowly and gracefully for at least the next two decades.Inc. TAX€18,724.19 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.Inc. TAX€3,495.73 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.Inc. TAX€23,152.38 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.Inc. TAX€12,089.20 -
Burghound (93-95)
(Don't Miss!) The breezy nose is also overtly spicy with markedly ripe yet fresh aromas of plum liqueur, cassis and Asian-style tea nuances. There is outstanding concentration to the powerful yet polished and sleek broad-shouldered and mineral-inflected flavors that are at once muscular and refined while delivering positively terrific depth and length. I very much like the balance and this stunner of a wine should also reward longer-term cellaring.Inc. TAX€6,118.38 -
Vinous (87-89)
Gilles Jayer's 2013 Bourgogne-Hautes Côtes de Beaune is a jewel of a wine within its category. Crushed berries, flowers and chalky notes are all nicely delineated in a lifted, precise Burgundy endowed with lovely energy and fine balance. The Côtes de Beaune can at times be a bit rustic, but the 2013 looks to have an extra level of sophistication to it.Inc. TAX€637.57 -
Vinous (88-90)
One of Burgundy's great under the radar wines Jayer's Bourgogne-Hautes Côtes de Nuits is once again terrific in 2013. Plum, red cherry, menthol, spice and violets meld together in a juicy, pliant Burgundy that over delivers. Beautifully layered in the glass, the 2013 will drink well upon release and for another decade or so beyond that.Inc. TAX€657.34 -
Wine Enthusiast (96)
This wine is very young, still with layers of wood. It is going to be a structured, dense and packed with a strong mineral texture. To contrast, generous red plum fruits and intense acidity are ready to convey a deep, rich character. Drink this impressive wine from 2019.Inc. TAX€2,626.38 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers has a refined bouquet with undergrowth-infused red berry fruit, a little rustic but charming and expressive. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp red cherry and strawberry fruit, fine tannin and prudent use of oak. There is focus and precision here, decent length and class. This is a top-notch and utterly delightful Nuits Saint-Georges in the making, surpassing my estimation in barrel. Tasted September 2016.Inc. TAX€708.78 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Aux Boudots, matured in 50% new oak, has a similar bouquet to the les Fleurières, but here the fruit is one of Confuron’s few that nudges more toward the red side of the fruit spectrum. The palate is silky smooth on the entry with a fine line of acidity. There is ample freshness here, a buxom Vosne endowed with sensuality and purity on the finish.Inc. TAX€2,022.23 -
Vinous (96-97)
(this wine is the final blend and was resting in holding tanks in preparation for bottling, "probably in March," according to Chave): Inky ruby. Vibrant black and blue fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of candied flowers, incense and licorice, and a bright mineral nuance adds lift. Sweet, fleshy and focused, offering palate-staining cherry compote, black raspberry and violet pastille flavors accented by smoky Indian spices and a hint of cracked pepper. Shows impressive depth but comes off surprisingly lithe, finishing with superb focus and length and fine-grained tannins that sneak in slowly.Inc. TAX€3,074.93 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Riper fruit on the palate with a sort of rhubarb note and loads of cherry and redcurrant. Well integrated leafy bitterness and a long, stately finish.Inc. TAX€1,648.42 -
Vinous (93-96)
Bright, deep red. Reticent but highly complex scents of raspberry, rose petal, white pepper, red licorice and mint. At once silky and sharply delineated, conveying outstanding intensity without any undue weight. Utterly seamless Chambertin if a bit youthfully linear today. The very long, rising finish is lightly saline and classically dry. Fourrier told me he has no plans to produce more than 30% as much négociant wine as domain wine in future years.Inc. TAX€3,242.93 -
Vinous (92-94)
Medium red. Alluring floral lift to the aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, crushed stone and sexy oak. Dense, broad and energetic, with a captivating subtle sweetness to the red berry and mineral flavors. Really saturates the palate and builds on the back end, finishing with noble, fine-grained tannins. Fourrier uses the same percentage of new oak to age his négociant and domain wines--around 20%.Inc. TAX€1,598.93 -
Behold the exquisitely rich and velvety Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013. A stately embodiment of premium French viticulture, this wine originates from the vineyards of Chambertin in Burgundy, famed for their uniquely expressive terroir. Lovingly cultivated and expertly crafted by vintner Jérôme Castagnier, each bottle is a testament to his tireless dedication to quality and tradition.
The Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013 is no exception, expressing trademark depth and layered complexity. A robust Pinot Noir, the grapes are hand harvested, meticulously sorted, and vinified using native yeasts. The juice matures in French oak for up to 2 years, resulting in a dark, ruby-hued nectar, distinguished by notes of ripe, dark fruits, mingled with subtle earthy undertones.
Lauded by acclaimed wine publications, the Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013 is an epitome of fine wine tradition, designed for discerning enthusiasts with a taste for the extraordinary.
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A pinnacle of French wine, the Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2013 is an ode to the timeless art of winemaking. Hailing from the soothing vineyards of Burgundy, this Pinot Noir varietal wine encapsulates the earthy aromatic beauty synonymous with its terroir. Bestowed with Premier Cru classification, the finest vineyard soils were hand-selected by the renowned Joliet family, administering organic practices and traditional winemaking methods to the process. On the palate remains a succulent combination of dark cherries, plums and distinct mineral undertones, fashioned through 16 months of barrel ageing, albeit its complexity, it's exceptionally balanced. This fine-tuned craftsmanship dates back five generations, highlighting the Joliet family's unyielding respect for nature and the gifts it offers, thus commanding the legendary status of Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2013.
Inc. TAX€682.12 -
James Suckling (95)
This is dense and tannic with beautiful bright fruit such as dried strawberry and mineral. Full body, chewy tannins and a long finish. Very muscular. Try it in 2020.Inc. TAX€2,338.38 -
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Burghound (95)
An elegant, pure and broad-ranging nose is composed of very fresh, cool and airy aromas of both red and dark currant, spice and earth scents where the wood treatment is admirably subtle if again not invisible. There is a lovely mouth feel to the attractively intense and well-concentrated flavors that coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in a refined, well-balanced and beautifully persistent finish. Like the Griotte this is an overtly robust and powerful wine that will require an even longer snooze in a cool cellar.Inc. TAX€4,862.92
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Explore the finely crafted Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013, emanating from the prestigious vineyards of Bourgogne, France. This distinguished, red Burgundy wine is the brainchild of esteemed winemaker Henri Jouan, celebrated for his meticulous, old-world approach to winemaking. This pristine bottle captures an exceptional vintage year, delivering an unparalleled sensory experience. Henri Jouan utilises organic vineyard management techniques, enriching the noble Pinot Noir grape used in this vineyard's portfolio. Over multiple generations, the Jouan family mastered a minimal intervention philosophy, allowing the refined expression of each unique terroir to shine. The result in the Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013 is a nuanced complexity, recognisable in its luscious palette of ripe dark berries, balanced spices and supple tannins. A scattering of light Jura limestone in the clay loam soil contributes to a subtle mineral undertone. For those who appreciate a wine that encapsulates elegance and tradition, Henri Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2013 is a compelling choice.
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Wine Advocate (89-91)
The 2013 Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru la Perrière, a vineyard that Hubert and Laurent have treated organically for three years, has a quite an intense bouquet with small red cherries, cranberry and raspberry preserve. The palate is very well balanced with just the right amount of acidity to cut through the succulent red fruit, although the finish does not quite possess the delineation that I was expecting at the moment.In Bond€1,240.00 -
Vinous (89-92)
(the only one of these 2013s that had been racked and assembled by the time of my visit, as it had been very reduced): Good deep red. Pure but reticent aromas of red fruits and menthol. Silky on entry, then supple and energetic in the mid-palate, with pristine red fruit flavors supported by a stony underpinning. Finishes saline and persistent, with its 50% new oak showing today. Oxygen has done wonders for this wine, noted van Canneyt, adding that the rest of the 2013s need air. He planned to rack them into cuves not long after my visit and bottle in January.In Bond€1,160.00 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers has a cohesive bouquet with red currant, raspberry and just a touch of tinned peach, quite Vosne-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the oak needing a little more time to fully integrate. But it is endowed with a pleasant, endearing spiciness, almost fieriness that lends the finish intrigue. This has finesse and focus, constituting and supremely well-crafted 2013.In Bond€1,055.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru les Malconsorts was the latest to finish its malolactic in mid-September. The nose has plenty of energy: red berry fruit, orange sorbet, wet limestone and fresh prune scents. The palate is primal with a dense body of red fruit. There is better weight here than the Suchots with more persistence on the peacock’s tail finish. Is this the Malconsorts of the vintage?In Bond€1,420.00 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru les Suchots, which comes from the domains century-old vines on more clayey soil than the Beaumonts, has a pixilated bouquet with vibrant red currant and cranberry scents, more floral than the aforementioned premier cru. The palate is medium-bodied with supple juicy tannins, a fine line of acidity and a tangy marmalade-tinged finish that coats the mouth in spicy red fruit. There is just lovely build to this Suchots that is streets ahead of the 2012.In Bond€1,785.00 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red. Knockout nose combines raspberry, flowers and crushed stone. Utterly seamless on the palate, with its fruit sweetness perfectly countered by minerality. The wine's powerful stony underpinning gives it outstanding sappiness and inner-mouth tension. Offers a remarkable combination of thick, silky texture and energy. Finishes with thoroughly buffered, noble tannins and outstanding length. This should evolve slowly and gracefully for at least the next two decades.In Bond€3,335.00 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red. Knockout nose combines raspberry, flowers and crushed stone. Utterly seamless on the palate, with its fruit sweetness perfectly countered by minerality. The wine's powerful stony underpinning gives it outstanding sappiness and inner-mouth tension. Offers a remarkable combination of thick, silky texture and energy. Finishes with thoroughly buffered, noble tannins and outstanding length. This should evolve slowly and gracefully for at least the next two decades.In Bond€15,585.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.In Bond€2,910.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.In Bond€19,275.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19.5)
Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement.In Bond€10,065.00 -
Burghound (93-95)
(Don't Miss!) The breezy nose is also overtly spicy with markedly ripe yet fresh aromas of plum liqueur, cassis and Asian-style tea nuances. There is outstanding concentration to the powerful yet polished and sleek broad-shouldered and mineral-inflected flavors that are at once muscular and refined while delivering positively terrific depth and length. I very much like the balance and this stunner of a wine should also reward longer-term cellaring.In Bond€5,080.00 -
Vinous (87-89)
Gilles Jayer's 2013 Bourgogne-Hautes Côtes de Beaune is a jewel of a wine within its category. Crushed berries, flowers and chalky notes are all nicely delineated in a lifted, precise Burgundy endowed with lovely energy and fine balance. The Côtes de Beaune can at times be a bit rustic, but the 2013 looks to have an extra level of sophistication to it.In Bond€494.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
One of Burgundy's great under the radar wines Jayer's Bourgogne-Hautes Côtes de Nuits is once again terrific in 2013. Plum, red cherry, menthol, spice and violets meld together in a juicy, pliant Burgundy that over delivers. Beautifully layered in the glass, the 2013 will drink well upon release and for another decade or so beyond that.In Bond€503.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (96)
This wine is very young, still with layers of wood. It is going to be a structured, dense and packed with a strong mineral texture. To contrast, generous red plum fruits and intense acidity are ready to convey a deep, rich character. Drink this impressive wine from 2019.In Bond€2,170.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers has a refined bouquet with undergrowth-infused red berry fruit, a little rustic but charming and expressive. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp red cherry and strawberry fruit, fine tannin and prudent use of oak. There is focus and precision here, decent length and class. This is a top-notch and utterly delightful Nuits Saint-Georges in the making, surpassing my estimation in barrel. Tasted September 2016.In Bond€572.00 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Aux Boudots, matured in 50% new oak, has a similar bouquet to the les Fleurières, but here the fruit is one of Confuron’s few that nudges more toward the red side of the fruit spectrum. The palate is silky smooth on the entry with a fine line of acidity. There is ample freshness here, a buxom Vosne endowed with sensuality and purity on the finish.In Bond€1,640.00 -
Vinous (96-97)
(this wine is the final blend and was resting in holding tanks in preparation for bottling, "probably in March," according to Chave): Inky ruby. Vibrant black and blue fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of candied flowers, incense and licorice, and a bright mineral nuance adds lift. Sweet, fleshy and focused, offering palate-staining cherry compote, black raspberry and violet pastille flavors accented by smoky Indian spices and a hint of cracked pepper. Shows impressive depth but comes off surprisingly lithe, finishing with superb focus and length and fine-grained tannins that sneak in slowly.In Bond€2,550.00 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Riper fruit on the palate with a sort of rhubarb note and loads of cherry and redcurrant. Well integrated leafy bitterness and a long, stately finish.In Bond€1,355.00 -
Vinous (93-96)
Bright, deep red. Reticent but highly complex scents of raspberry, rose petal, white pepper, red licorice and mint. At once silky and sharply delineated, conveying outstanding intensity without any undue weight. Utterly seamless Chambertin if a bit youthfully linear today. The very long, rising finish is lightly saline and classically dry. Fourrier told me he has no plans to produce more than 30% as much négociant wine as domain wine in future years.In Bond€2,690.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
Medium red. Alluring floral lift to the aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, crushed stone and sexy oak. Dense, broad and energetic, with a captivating subtle sweetness to the red berry and mineral flavors. Really saturates the palate and builds on the back end, finishing with noble, fine-grained tannins. Fourrier uses the same percentage of new oak to age his négociant and domain wines--around 20%.In Bond€1,320.00 -
Behold the exquisitely rich and velvety Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013. A stately embodiment of premium French viticulture, this wine originates from the vineyards of Chambertin in Burgundy, famed for their uniquely expressive terroir. Lovingly cultivated and expertly crafted by vintner Jérôme Castagnier, each bottle is a testament to his tireless dedication to quality and tradition.
The Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013 is no exception, expressing trademark depth and layered complexity. A robust Pinot Noir, the grapes are hand harvested, meticulously sorted, and vinified using native yeasts. The juice matures in French oak for up to 2 years, resulting in a dark, ruby-hued nectar, distinguished by notes of ripe, dark fruits, mingled with subtle earthy undertones.
Lauded by acclaimed wine publications, the Jerome Castagnier Chambertin Grand Cru 2013 is an epitome of fine wine tradition, designed for discerning enthusiasts with a taste for the extraordinary.
In Bond€1,190.00 -
A pinnacle of French wine, the Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2013 is an ode to the timeless art of winemaking. Hailing from the soothing vineyards of Burgundy, this Pinot Noir varietal wine encapsulates the earthy aromatic beauty synonymous with its terroir. Bestowed with Premier Cru classification, the finest vineyard soils were hand-selected by the renowned Joliet family, administering organic practices and traditional winemaking methods to the process. On the palate remains a succulent combination of dark cherries, plums and distinct mineral undertones, fashioned through 16 months of barrel ageing, albeit its complexity, it's exceptionally balanced. This fine-tuned craftsmanship dates back five generations, highlighting the Joliet family's unyielding respect for nature and the gifts it offers, thus commanding the legendary status of Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2013.
In Bond€546.00 -
James Suckling (95)
This is dense and tannic with beautiful bright fruit such as dried strawberry and mineral. Full body, chewy tannins and a long finish. Very muscular. Try it in 2020.In Bond€1,930.00 -
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Burghound (95)
An elegant, pure and broad-ranging nose is composed of very fresh, cool and airy aromas of both red and dark currant, spice and earth scents where the wood treatment is admirably subtle if again not invisible. There is a lovely mouth feel to the attractively intense and well-concentrated flavors that coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in a refined, well-balanced and beautifully persistent finish. Like the Griotte this is an overtly robust and powerful wine that will require an even longer snooze in a cool cellar.In Bond€4,015.00