France - All White Wines
France is revered for its exceptional white wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking heritage, diverse terroirs, and unwavering commitment to quality. Today, let us embark on a journey through the best white wines that France has to offer, exploring renowned vineyards and the regions that give birth to these extraordinary expressions.
In Burgundy, the appellations of Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet stand tall as the epitome of excellence in white wine production. Wineries such as Domaine Raveneau, Domaine Dauvissat, and Domaine Leflaive craft mesmerizing Chardonnays that capture the essence of the region's unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils. These wines exhibit precision, purity, and a remarkable balance of mineral notes, citrus flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are celebrated for their exceptional Sauvignon Blancs. Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Didier Dagueneau, and Domaine Pascal Jolivet create expressive and terroir-driven wines that showcase the region's distinct flinty minerality, zesty citrus, and herbaceous undertones.
Further northeast in France, in the region of Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Domaine Trimbach, and Domaine Weinbach produce stunning white wines from varietals like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. These wines display remarkable depth, aromatic complexity, and a balance between sweetness and acidity, reflecting the region's unique microclimates and granite-rich soils.
In Bordeaux, the region of Graves is renowned for its white wines, particularly those crafted from the classic grape varieties of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Château Haut-Brion, Château Pape Clément, and Domaine de Chevalier are esteemed vineyards that produce rich and age-worthy white Bordeaux wines. These wines exhibit a beautiful interplay of tropical fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a touch of toasty oak.
Finally, in the Rhône Valley, the appellation of Condrieu shines as a beacon of excellence in Viognier production. Renowned vineyards such as Domaine Georges Vernay and Domaine Yves Cuilleron create remarkable Viognier wines that seduce the senses with their exotic aromas of apricot, peach, and delicate floral notes. These wines showcase richness, elegance, and a silky texture that lingers on the palate.
France - All White Wines
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
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€603.25 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2021 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has such an expressive and vivacious nose that positively leaps out of the glass. In fact, if you just imagine a neon plus sign, that probably expresses the aromatics better than anything else. Happy at its survival after the frost? The palate is very well balanced with grace and poise, Williams pear mixed with white peach, tensile on the citric finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€545.65 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru was heavily affected by the frost resulting in just four barrels rather than the usual 16 or 17; their plot is located on the Ladoix side. At the moment there is quite a bit of reduction on the nose that occludes the terroir expression at the moment. The palate is taut and fresh, a judicious slice of bitter lemon lends tension that sutures with the apricot and lemongrass notes on the finish that has a little more persistence than the Bâtard-Montrachet. Promising despite everything. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€693.29 |
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Discover the sumptuous Ferraton Pere & Fils Cotes-du-Rhone Blanc Samorens 2006, an exquisite masterpiece from the famous French winemaker, Ferraton Pere & Fils. Hailing from the renowned Cotes-du-Rhone region of Southern France, this quintessentially elegant white wine displays hints of ripe pear, peach, and fragrant white flowers. Lychee and citrus notes prance elegantly through the taste, bound by soothing minerality and crisp acidity. Handpicked Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Clairette Blanche grapes are meticulously crafted into this prestigious bottle. The skilled winemakers at Ferraton Pere & Fils meticulously age the wine on lees, in stainless steel tanks, weaving its unique complexity and depth. The Ferraton Pere & Fils Cotes-du-Rhone Blanc Samorens 2006 is a testament to Ferraton's exquisite art of wine-making, rich legacy, and unerring commitment to quality. Savour the pride of Rhone Valley with this beautiful testament to French viticulture. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€558.89 |
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Vinous (92)Bright yellow. Aromas and flavors of fresh pit fruits, honey and orange peel. Taut and stony, offering terrific clarity and lift. Closes zesty and long, with resonating minerality and a sneaky floral quality. As usual, this is an intriguing, highly complex southern Rhone white wine that significantly over-delivers for its category. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 93 (WA) |
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€492.89 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets is first class all the way. It shows off striking inner perfume, tension and transparency. Smoke, ash and crushed rocks are some of the notes that develop in the glass, adding complexity to the ripe yellow stone fruits. The weightless, pointed finish is bristling with energy and sheer class. Anticipated maturity: 2013+. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€661.30 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2021 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, represented by five barrels this year, has a refined and focused bouquet, just a subtle reduction at play here. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, harmonious with a gorgeous smooth texture, gently unfurling with a tender yet concentrated finish. Wonderful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€1,449.73 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru, of which there is one and a half barrels this year (actually the maximum that the domaine produces), has an intense oyster shell and flinty bouquet, touches of hazelnut and white peach developing with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a very slight reduction on the entry, lively and very concentrated with orange rind and quince towards the finish. The new oak from the half barrel is conspicuous at the moment but that will be integrated with time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,797.73 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense nose, quite powerful, maybe the oak a little too present at the moment. The palate is powerful too, touches of tropical fruit infusing the citrus fruit, lightly spiced with a slightly heavy finish. Very fine, but it will require time to absorb the new oak. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€1,809.70 |
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Vinous (92-94)There is just one barrel of 2021 Montrachet Grand Cru this year (normally there is one and a half). It has an intense bouquet, though it doesn't quite have the panache of the Bâtard-Montrachet, a hint of menthol emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a dab of stem ginger on the entry, fine depth, powerful and concentrated with an intense finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€384.91 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (BH) |
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€1,215.73 |
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Burghound (92)An ultra-fresh nose reflects notes of green apple, citrus and plenty of floral wisps. The racy, intense and nicely voluminous flavors possess solid mid-palate density while displaying good minerality on the focused and lingering finish. This isn't a classic rendition but it's still lovely in its fashion. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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€407.69 |
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An exclusive revelation to the discerning palate, the Gilette 1970 bestows an enriching canvas of flavours. It originates from Sauternes, a renowned wine region in Bordeaux, France, exemplifying the reputable tradition of winemaking in this terroir. This exquisite wine celebrates a half-century of maturation, proudly wearing its vintage heritage. Claude Gilette, the esteemed winemaker, ensured an intimate, low-volume production, underscoring its rarity and uniqueness. Regarded for his expertise in Noble Rot, Gilette ensures the mold Botrytis cinerea meticulously infects the grapes, intensifying their sweetness, until hand-harvested at the perfect moment of ripeness. Consequently, the Gilette 1970 promises a profile that is intense, yet refined, with harmonious notes of honeyed fruit, ginger spice, and candied lemon, underpinned by a tantalising acidity that beckons a memorable finish. In conclusion, Gilette 1970 captures the quintessence of Sauternes, truly a gem worth uncorking for those special moments. Savour this extraordinary wine revered by connoisseurs worldwide. |
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Rhone | 3 | 95 (WA) |
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€607.33 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Showing a “more classic style of Château Grillet,” according to estate manager Alessandro Nori, the 2014 Chateau Grillet is fresher and more linear than the intense 2015. The fruit is more pineapple and citrus than apricot and melon, and it finishes long, cool and invigorating. This medium to full-bodied wine should drink well for close to a decade. |
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Burgundy | 11 | - |
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€1,246.49 |
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Indulge in the luxuriant expression of Chardonnay with Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2018. Artfully produced by the esteemed winemaker Guy Amiot in Burgundy's prestigious Côte de Beaune region, this vintage exhibits sophisticated craftsmanship. The vineyards, beaming with nuanced terroir, contribute to its exceptional quality. This Grand Cru dazzles with a complex bouquet of ripe fruits, elegant oak nuances, and minerality that resonates with the limestone-rich soil of Le Montrachet. Harvesting is carried out by hand, ensuring only the finest grapes are selected, and the wine matures in French oak barrels to further enhance its sublime flavour profile. Renowned for its mesmerising palate, exquisite balance, and lingering finish, Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2018 combines tradition, terroir, and careful winemaking to embody the pinnacle of white Burgundy wines. Sip and savour this captivating Grand Cru, for a truly unforgettable wine experience. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
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€1,318.49 |
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The Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 is a mesmerising opulence of the esteemed domaine Guy Amiot in Puligny-Montrachet, Bourgogne. Expertly crafted in the classically traditional wine-making process, the Grand Cru 2019 is a testament to their meticulous viticulture. A profound expression of Chardonnay, the vineyard, a paragon of its Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet neighbours, converges optimum growing conditions and unique terroir to promise a fascinating purity and precision. Harmoniously combining succulent flavours of luminous pears, subtle vanilla, and freshly baked brioche, the wine radiates a munificent acidity impeccably layered with the velvety depth of its rich texture. The luminous golden hue and scintillating mineral finish resonate the passion imbued by the Amiot family since its inception in 1920. Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 is an exemplary ambassador of this noble heritage, crystallising the delicate balance of power, elegance, and refinement exclusive to Montrachet. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
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€468.89 |
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Immerse yourself in the divine pleasures of Guy Amiot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Demoiselles 2019. This illustrious Burgundy Chardonnay emanates from the prestigious region of Puligny-Montrachet, France, renowned for producing wines of remarkable quality and depth. This distinguished product of Guy Amiot, a family-owned estate dating back to the 1920s, embodies the very essence of terroir-driven winemaking. Handpicked grapes from 60-year-old vines belonging to the Premier Cru Les Demoiselles vineyard are vinified using traditional methods, honouring the Amiot family legacy. The wine matures for more than a year in French oak barrels, highlighting its cultivated complexity and exceptional ageing potential. Recognised for its exhilarating bouquet of citrus and white flowers, the palate reveals an enticing balance of minerality and acidity, underscored by alluring pear and apple notes. Celebrate sophisticated elegance with Guy Amiot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Demoiselles 2019. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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€2,458.49 |
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Vinous (94+)Bright pale yellow. Soft citrus fruits and crushed rock on the musky, slightly reduced nose. Rich, perfumed and tightly coiled, with a terrific core of acidity intensifying the orange, floral and mineral flavors. Offers compelling cut and concentration but this infant will require several years of aging. Wonderfully refined Perrieres of grand cru class. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
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€2,385.70 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)The 2015 Meursault 1er Cru Perrières is firmly shut down, offering up only a reticent bouquet of iodine, toasted nuts and citrus oil. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, tangy and bright but decidedly taut, playing its cards very close to its vest. From barrel, this was the most intense and concentrated wine in Roulot's cellar, with immense potential, but given how closed the wine is today, there is really no point pulling corks for a good five years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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€620.53 |
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Wine Advocate (90)Gently sun-kissed scents of Asian pear, white flowers and honeycomb introduce the 2017 Meursault Village, a medium to full-bodied, satiny-textured and elegantly fleshy wine derived from the Clos de la Baronne, Crotot, Gruyaches and Sous la Velle; as that palette of lieux-dits implies, it's the most open-knit, gourmand and forward Meursault in the domaine's range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€622.93 |
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Exuding elegance and sophistication, the Guy Roulot Meursault Les Tessons Clos de Mon Plaisir 2018 offers an unparalleled wine experience. Sourced from Meursault, known as the heart of the finest white wine region in Burgundy, this outstanding wine is a testament to the mastery of renowned producer, Guy Roulot. The expression of the 2018 vintage is distinctly characterised by fine acidity, impressive complexity and harmonious balance. With Roulot's rigorous and exacting approach to vine cultivation and traditional vinification methods, this wine is expertly crafted to respect terroir and vintage. Extracted from meticulously tended 45-year-old vines, the delightful wine combines intense fruit concentration with a beautiful mineral core, coalescing into a lingering, satisfying finish. As a matchless representation of its prestigious origin, the Guy Roulot Meursault Les Tessons Clos de Mon Plaisir 2018 affirms its rightful place among discerning wine collections worldwide. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
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€681.73 |
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Discover the alluring appeal of the Guy Roulot Meursault Meix Chavaux 2017. An impeccable creation by the esteemed producer, Guy Roulot, this sensational offering hails from Meursault in the heart of France's illustrious Burgundy region. Known for his meticulous cultivation techniques, Guy Roulot crafts each vintage with the utmost precision, ultimately resulting in wines of prodigious balance and refinement. The Meix Chavaux 2017 is a virtuoso expression of Chardonnay. The wine was subjected to meticulous aging, combining seamlessly with the region's limestone-rich soil and cool, maritime climate to present a mastery of depth, complexity and texture. Replete with a bouquet of fresh pear and green apple, underscored by harmonious notes of flint and vanilla, this divinely opulent white captivates the senses. Every sip of the Guy Roulot Meursault Meix Chavaux 2017 promises a memorable indulgence, epitomising the profound and compelling character of Meursault’s exceptional terroir. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (ST)) |
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€1,122.13 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (93)Bright, pale yellow color. Highly complex but subtle aromas of yellow plum, honey and vanilla. Fatter and fuller than the young 2002, with superb thickness of texture but also terrific definition and cut. Big, chewy wine, with an almost saline impression of extract. This really fills the mouth. Very long and gripping on the back. |
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Bordeaux | 12 | 99 (JS) |
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€1,245.70 |
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James Suckling (99)Opulent and perfumed for this great white in 2018, with lemon curd, cooked apple, lilac, lime flower, stone, rock and hints of sandalwood. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and compressed with layers of fruit that are integrated and focused. Needs time to open and show its true greatness but stunning. Try after 2025. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (JS) |
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€1,092.13 |
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James Suckling (100)This is crazy quality. The depth and intensity is really something. It is so compact and powerful with such intensity and density. Energy. So structured. Full-bodied. Layered and superb. Like a great Montrachet from a great vintage, but so Haut Brion. Speechless. Perfect wine. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 97-98 (JS) |
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€965.69 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Very perfumed with floral, citrus and stone aromas, as well as hints of grapefruit. It’s full-bodied and seamless in texture. Extremely long and fine-grained. 72% sauvignon and 28% semillon. Normally 50/50. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,167.32 |
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Vinous (94)White plum, fresh apricot, hazelnut, honey and nutty oak on the nose, perked up by a whiff of pineapple. Sweet, deep and powerfully structured, with the wine's fresh fruit flavors currently held under wraps by surprising acidity. Not showing the personality of the Clos de la Mouchere, but this grand cru's sheer energy and very long, rising finish promise a slow and eventful evolution in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 96 (BH) |
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€1,167.32 |
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Burghound (96)This is slightly more complex if a bit less elegant with its equally broad-ranging nose of apple, pear, white flowers and mandarin orange, all of which is trimmed in just enough wood to warrant mentioning. There is outstanding volume to the concentrated, powerful and palate coating flavors that are supported by a firm acid spine on the tension-filled and massively persistent finish. This is a big yet well-balanced Bâtard that should age for a very long time yet be approachable after only 5-ish years or so. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96-98 (IB) |
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€877.33 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)Mid lemon yellow. There is a slight reduction to the nose. All the weight appears on the palate with a gorgeously sensual deep white fruit, not heavy at all. White pepper. There is no sign of the reduction on the palate. An exceptional example with more tension at the back, great potential for the long term. Guillaume Boillot has dialled down to 50% new wood here and that is plenty. Tasted: 10/1/2021 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 95-98 (IB) |
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€1,167.25 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)A glowing pale yellow. Super-concentrated if not yet very yielding bouquet. Extra tension here, certainly some depth, but perhaps more in class than power. That will change with time – the class with remain but the depth will expand. White fruit, tension, some youthful bitters, but keeping itself to itself for the moment. Really very long finish though. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: December 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-96 (VN) |
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€5,608.45 |
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Vinous (93-96)(a single new 228-liter barrel): Bright pale yellow. Knockout nose combines white peach, nectarine, crushed rock and white pepper, with spicy oak in a complementary role. Penetrating, savory flavors of lemon, lime, peach and crushed stone convey an impression of power without weight. Really terrific fruit and mineral intensity here. The slightly phenolic finish features superb building length. An outstanding expression of terroir. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
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€499.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2021 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has such an expressive and vivacious nose that positively leaps out of the glass. In fact, if you just imagine a neon plus sign, that probably expresses the aromatics better than anything else. Happy at its survival after the frost? The palate is very well balanced with grace and poise, Williams pear mixed with white peach, tensile on the citric finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€451.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru was heavily affected by the frost resulting in just four barrels rather than the usual 16 or 17; their plot is located on the Ladoix side. At the moment there is quite a bit of reduction on the nose that occludes the terroir expression at the moment. The palate is taut and fresh, a judicious slice of bitter lemon lends tension that sutures with the apricot and lemongrass notes on the finish that has a little more persistence than the Bâtard-Montrachet. Promising despite everything. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€574.00 |
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Discover the sumptuous Ferraton Pere & Fils Cotes-du-Rhone Blanc Samorens 2006, an exquisite masterpiece from the famous French winemaker, Ferraton Pere & Fils. Hailing from the renowned Cotes-du-Rhone region of Southern France, this quintessentially elegant white wine displays hints of ripe pear, peach, and fragrant white flowers. Lychee and citrus notes prance elegantly through the taste, bound by soothing minerality and crisp acidity. Handpicked Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Clairette Blanche grapes are meticulously crafted into this prestigious bottle. The skilled winemakers at Ferraton Pere & Fils meticulously age the wine on lees, in stainless steel tanks, weaving its unique complexity and depth. The Ferraton Pere & Fils Cotes-du-Rhone Blanc Samorens 2006 is a testament to Ferraton's exquisite art of wine-making, rich legacy, and unerring commitment to quality. Savour the pride of Rhone Valley with this beautiful testament to French viticulture. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€462.00 |
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Vinous (92)Bright yellow. Aromas and flavors of fresh pit fruits, honey and orange peel. Taut and stony, offering terrific clarity and lift. Closes zesty and long, with resonating minerality and a sneaky floral quality. As usual, this is an intriguing, highly complex southern Rhone white wine that significantly over-delivers for its category. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 93 (WA) |
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€407.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets is first class all the way. It shows off striking inner perfume, tension and transparency. Smoke, ash and crushed rocks are some of the notes that develop in the glass, adding complexity to the ripe yellow stone fruits. The weightless, pointed finish is bristling with energy and sheer class. Anticipated maturity: 2013+. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€548.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2021 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, represented by five barrels this year, has a refined and focused bouquet, just a subtle reduction at play here. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, harmonious with a gorgeous smooth texture, gently unfurling with a tender yet concentrated finish. Wonderful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€1,205.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru, of which there is one and a half barrels this year (actually the maximum that the domaine produces), has an intense oyster shell and flinty bouquet, touches of hazelnut and white peach developing with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a very slight reduction on the entry, lively and very concentrated with orange rind and quince towards the finish. The new oak from the half barrel is conspicuous at the moment but that will be integrated with time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,495.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense nose, quite powerful, maybe the oak a little too present at the moment. The palate is powerful too, touches of tropical fruit infusing the citrus fruit, lightly spiced with a slightly heavy finish. Very fine, but it will require time to absorb the new oak. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€1,505.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)There is just one barrel of 2021 Montrachet Grand Cru this year (normally there is one and a half). It has an intense bouquet, though it doesn't quite have the panache of the Bâtard-Montrachet, a hint of menthol emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a dab of stem ginger on the entry, fine depth, powerful and concentrated with an intense finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€317.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (BH) |
In Bond
€1,010.00 |
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Burghound (92)An ultra-fresh nose reflects notes of green apple, citrus and plenty of floral wisps. The racy, intense and nicely voluminous flavors possess solid mid-palate density while displaying good minerality on the focused and lingering finish. This isn't a classic rendition but it's still lovely in its fashion. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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€336.00 |
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An exclusive revelation to the discerning palate, the Gilette 1970 bestows an enriching canvas of flavours. It originates from Sauternes, a renowned wine region in Bordeaux, France, exemplifying the reputable tradition of winemaking in this terroir. This exquisite wine celebrates a half-century of maturation, proudly wearing its vintage heritage. Claude Gilette, the esteemed winemaker, ensured an intimate, low-volume production, underscoring its rarity and uniqueness. Regarded for his expertise in Noble Rot, Gilette ensures the mold Botrytis cinerea meticulously infects the grapes, intensifying their sweetness, until hand-harvested at the perfect moment of ripeness. Consequently, the Gilette 1970 promises a profile that is intense, yet refined, with harmonious notes of honeyed fruit, ginger spice, and candied lemon, underpinned by a tantalising acidity that beckons a memorable finish. In conclusion, Gilette 1970 captures the quintessence of Sauternes, truly a gem worth uncorking for those special moments. Savour this extraordinary wine revered by connoisseurs worldwide. |
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Rhone | 3 | 95 (WA) |
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€503.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Showing a “more classic style of Château Grillet,” according to estate manager Alessandro Nori, the 2014 Chateau Grillet is fresher and more linear than the intense 2015. The fruit is more pineapple and citrus than apricot and melon, and it finishes long, cool and invigorating. This medium to full-bodied wine should drink well for close to a decade. |
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Burgundy | 11 | - |
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€1,035.00 |
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Indulge in the luxuriant expression of Chardonnay with Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2018. Artfully produced by the esteemed winemaker Guy Amiot in Burgundy's prestigious Côte de Beaune region, this vintage exhibits sophisticated craftsmanship. The vineyards, beaming with nuanced terroir, contribute to its exceptional quality. This Grand Cru dazzles with a complex bouquet of ripe fruits, elegant oak nuances, and minerality that resonates with the limestone-rich soil of Le Montrachet. Harvesting is carried out by hand, ensuring only the finest grapes are selected, and the wine matures in French oak barrels to further enhance its sublime flavour profile. Renowned for its mesmerising palate, exquisite balance, and lingering finish, Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2018 combines tradition, terroir, and careful winemaking to embody the pinnacle of white Burgundy wines. Sip and savour this captivating Grand Cru, for a truly unforgettable wine experience. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
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€1,095.00 |
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The Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 is a mesmerising opulence of the esteemed domaine Guy Amiot in Puligny-Montrachet, Bourgogne. Expertly crafted in the classically traditional wine-making process, the Grand Cru 2019 is a testament to their meticulous viticulture. A profound expression of Chardonnay, the vineyard, a paragon of its Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet neighbours, converges optimum growing conditions and unique terroir to promise a fascinating purity and precision. Harmoniously combining succulent flavours of luminous pears, subtle vanilla, and freshly baked brioche, the wine radiates a munificent acidity impeccably layered with the velvety depth of its rich texture. The luminous golden hue and scintillating mineral finish resonate the passion imbued by the Amiot family since its inception in 1920. Guy Amiot Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 is an exemplary ambassador of this noble heritage, crystallising the delicate balance of power, elegance, and refinement exclusive to Montrachet. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
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€387.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the divine pleasures of Guy Amiot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Demoiselles 2019. This illustrious Burgundy Chardonnay emanates from the prestigious region of Puligny-Montrachet, France, renowned for producing wines of remarkable quality and depth. This distinguished product of Guy Amiot, a family-owned estate dating back to the 1920s, embodies the very essence of terroir-driven winemaking. Handpicked grapes from 60-year-old vines belonging to the Premier Cru Les Demoiselles vineyard are vinified using traditional methods, honouring the Amiot family legacy. The wine matures for more than a year in French oak barrels, highlighting its cultivated complexity and exceptional ageing potential. Recognised for its exhilarating bouquet of citrus and white flowers, the palate reveals an enticing balance of minerality and acidity, underscored by alluring pear and apple notes. Celebrate sophisticated elegance with Guy Amiot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Demoiselles 2019. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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€2,045.00 |
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Vinous (94+)Bright pale yellow. Soft citrus fruits and crushed rock on the musky, slightly reduced nose. Rich, perfumed and tightly coiled, with a terrific core of acidity intensifying the orange, floral and mineral flavors. Offers compelling cut and concentration but this infant will require several years of aging. Wonderfully refined Perrieres of grand cru class. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
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€1,985.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)The 2015 Meursault 1er Cru Perrières is firmly shut down, offering up only a reticent bouquet of iodine, toasted nuts and citrus oil. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, tangy and bright but decidedly taut, playing its cards very close to its vest. From barrel, this was the most intense and concentrated wine in Roulot's cellar, with immense potential, but given how closed the wine is today, there is really no point pulling corks for a good five years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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€514.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)Gently sun-kissed scents of Asian pear, white flowers and honeycomb introduce the 2017 Meursault Village, a medium to full-bodied, satiny-textured and elegantly fleshy wine derived from the Clos de la Baronne, Crotot, Gruyaches and Sous la Velle; as that palette of lieux-dits implies, it's the most open-knit, gourmand and forward Meursault in the domaine's range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€516.00 |
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Exuding elegance and sophistication, the Guy Roulot Meursault Les Tessons Clos de Mon Plaisir 2018 offers an unparalleled wine experience. Sourced from Meursault, known as the heart of the finest white wine region in Burgundy, this outstanding wine is a testament to the mastery of renowned producer, Guy Roulot. The expression of the 2018 vintage is distinctly characterised by fine acidity, impressive complexity and harmonious balance. With Roulot's rigorous and exacting approach to vine cultivation and traditional vinification methods, this wine is expertly crafted to respect terroir and vintage. Extracted from meticulously tended 45-year-old vines, the delightful wine combines intense fruit concentration with a beautiful mineral core, coalescing into a lingering, satisfying finish. As a matchless representation of its prestigious origin, the Guy Roulot Meursault Les Tessons Clos de Mon Plaisir 2018 affirms its rightful place among discerning wine collections worldwide. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
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€565.00 |
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Discover the alluring appeal of the Guy Roulot Meursault Meix Chavaux 2017. An impeccable creation by the esteemed producer, Guy Roulot, this sensational offering hails from Meursault in the heart of France's illustrious Burgundy region. Known for his meticulous cultivation techniques, Guy Roulot crafts each vintage with the utmost precision, ultimately resulting in wines of prodigious balance and refinement. The Meix Chavaux 2017 is a virtuoso expression of Chardonnay. The wine was subjected to meticulous aging, combining seamlessly with the region's limestone-rich soil and cool, maritime climate to present a mastery of depth, complexity and texture. Replete with a bouquet of fresh pear and green apple, underscored by harmonious notes of flint and vanilla, this divinely opulent white captivates the senses. Every sip of the Guy Roulot Meursault Meix Chavaux 2017 promises a memorable indulgence, epitomising the profound and compelling character of Meursault’s exceptional terroir. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (ST)) |
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€932.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (93)Bright, pale yellow color. Highly complex but subtle aromas of yellow plum, honey and vanilla. Fatter and fuller than the young 2002, with superb thickness of texture but also terrific definition and cut. Big, chewy wine, with an almost saline impression of extract. This really fills the mouth. Very long and gripping on the back. |
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Bordeaux | 12 | 99 (JS) |
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€1,035.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Opulent and perfumed for this great white in 2018, with lemon curd, cooked apple, lilac, lime flower, stone, rock and hints of sandalwood. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and compressed with layers of fruit that are integrated and focused. Needs time to open and show its true greatness but stunning. Try after 2025. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (JS) |
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€907.00 |
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James Suckling (100)This is crazy quality. The depth and intensity is really something. It is so compact and powerful with such intensity and density. Energy. So structured. Full-bodied. Layered and superb. Like a great Montrachet from a great vintage, but so Haut Brion. Speechless. Perfect wine. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 97-98 (JS) |
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€801.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Very perfumed with floral, citrus and stone aromas, as well as hints of grapefruit. It’s full-bodied and seamless in texture. Extremely long and fine-grained. 72% sauvignon and 28% semillon. Normally 50/50. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€969.00 |
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Vinous (94)White plum, fresh apricot, hazelnut, honey and nutty oak on the nose, perked up by a whiff of pineapple. Sweet, deep and powerfully structured, with the wine's fresh fruit flavors currently held under wraps by surprising acidity. Not showing the personality of the Clos de la Mouchere, but this grand cru's sheer energy and very long, rising finish promise a slow and eventful evolution in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 96 (BH) |
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€969.00 |
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Burghound (96)This is slightly more complex if a bit less elegant with its equally broad-ranging nose of apple, pear, white flowers and mandarin orange, all of which is trimmed in just enough wood to warrant mentioning. There is outstanding volume to the concentrated, powerful and palate coating flavors that are supported by a firm acid spine on the tension-filled and massively persistent finish. This is a big yet well-balanced Bâtard that should age for a very long time yet be approachable after only 5-ish years or so. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96-98 (IB) |
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€728.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)Mid lemon yellow. There is a slight reduction to the nose. All the weight appears on the palate with a gorgeously sensual deep white fruit, not heavy at all. White pepper. There is no sign of the reduction on the palate. An exceptional example with more tension at the back, great potential for the long term. Guillaume Boillot has dialled down to 50% new wood here and that is plenty. Tasted: 10/1/2021 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 95-98 (IB) |
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€969.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)A glowing pale yellow. Super-concentrated if not yet very yielding bouquet. Extra tension here, certainly some depth, but perhaps more in class than power. That will change with time – the class with remain but the depth will expand. White fruit, tension, some youthful bitters, but keeping itself to itself for the moment. Really very long finish though. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: December 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-96 (VN) |
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€4,670.00 |
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Vinous (93-96)(a single new 228-liter barrel): Bright pale yellow. Knockout nose combines white peach, nectarine, crushed rock and white pepper, with spicy oak in a complementary role. Penetrating, savory flavors of lemon, lime, peach and crushed stone convey an impression of power without weight. Really terrific fruit and mineral intensity here. The slightly phenolic finish features superb building length. An outstanding expression of terroir. |
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