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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€365.74 |
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Exhibit a vigorous sip of Burgundy's terroir with Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, a manifestation of the philosophy of purity and expression of soil rendered by the meticulous handiwork of Thomas Bouley. Born of the limestone-clay soils of the esteemed Cros Martin vineyard, its grapes are scrupulously hand-picked, ensuring only optimal maturity. This finely crafted wine displays a harmonious confluence of black red fruits and mineral accents, stewarded by 18 months oak barrel ageing, half of which are new. With only three barrels produced each year, this wine personifies exclusivity. Joannes Violot-Guillemard, ensconced in Pommard, is renowned for biodynamic practices, depicting a reverence for nature and a profound understanding of their vineyards' micro-climates. Embrace the Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, an invitation to partake in a narrative redolent of winemaking passion, superior Craftsmanship and an intimate bond with the land. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€1,807.68 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Abundant, ripe cherry and currant fruit, spice box, licorice and sweet tannin represent the inimitable Thunevin style. The wine has an expansive, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and beautiful purity. This is a gorgeous, sexy wine to drink over the next 10-15 years. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. TAX
€129.19 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2016 Virginie de Valandraud is well defined and focused on the nose of blackberry, raspberry, crushed stone and rose petal aromas that burst from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very poised and harmonious, and supremely well-assimilated oak toward the poised, persistent finish. Superb. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 93 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€464.36 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2017 Virginie de Valandraud is dark and rich in the glass, with a striking interplay of dense fruit and more floral, bright notes from the Cabernets in the blend. The 2017 is a gorgeous, super-expressive wine with a ton of potential. Moreover, the Virginie is a wine of real character. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€551.47 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
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€551.47 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€287.74 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€286.79 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)Mostly Merlot (there's roughly 20% Cabernet Franc), the 2019 Château Valandraud Virginie De Valandraud from the Thunevin team reveals a deep purple hue to go with a brilliant nose of spiced currants, black cherries, new saddle leather, Provençal herbs, and subtle floral nuances. It's rich, medium to full-bodied, and flawlessly balanced on the palate, with gorgeous tannins and a great finish. It's the finest vintage for this cuvée I've tasted, surpassing the 2015, 2016, and 2018. It's going to drink brilliantly for 20 years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 91 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€240.48 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)The second wine of Château Valandraud, the 2021 Virginie De Valandraud is worth seeking out. Ripe red and black fruits, violets, flowers, and a hint of new leather define the aromatics, and it's medium-bodied, with a pure, elegant mouthfeel, nicely integrated acidity, and supple tannins. It's an outstanding 2021 to drink over the coming decade or so. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€230.14 |
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Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 epitomises the excellence of Burgundy’s renowned Chablis region. Cultivated in the esteemed Vaillons vineyard, this premier cru benefits from the region’s unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils, imparting a distinctive minerality to the wine. Maison Vocoret, a distinguished producer with a legacy of artisanal viticulture, meticulously harvests hand-selected Chardonnay grapes to ensure optimal quality. The winemaking process entails careful fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s fresh acidity and vibrant fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes ageing on fine lees, enhancing its complexity and texture without overpowering its natural elegance. The 2021 vintage presents a brilliant pale gold hue, with an aromatic bouquet of white flowers, citrus nuances, and subtle hints of flint. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of crisp acidity and refined minerality, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 is an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and terroir-driven character in their fine wine collection. |
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Champagne | 7 | - |
Inc. TAX
€320.42 |
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Experience the exquisite Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV, crafted with meticulous care by the Vollereaux family in the renowned Champagne region of France. This prestigious house, operating for six generations, embodies. French wine-making heritage at its finest. The Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV is a sublime encapsulation of their commitment to excellence. A blend of Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, this sparkling wine undergoes a traditional, second fermentation in the bottle, creating its signature effervescence. Laden with bright, orchard fruit flavours, it captivates with its complex, layered taste and a lengthy finish, testament to a 3-year maturation process in their historic cellars. Remarkably well-balanced, the Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV is a standout choice for those seeking elegance and finesse in their Champagne. Whether for celebrations or casual indulgence, add a touch of class with this fine Champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€558.82 |
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Vinous (95)The NV (2012) Extra Brut Fidele is another fabulous wine from Vouette & Sorbée. Here, the richness of Pinot Noir comes through loud and clear in the wine's depth and overall richness. Creamy and beautifully layered throughout, the 2012 hits all the right notes. Red berry, mint, flowers, sweet spices and candy fill out the wine's broad frame effortlessly. What a gorgeous wine this is. Simply put, the 2012 is a total knock-out. Disgorged: January 6, 2015. |
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Champagne | 2 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€675.62 |
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Vinous (94)(100% chardonnay, from 2007; disgorged 09-11-10/R07): Light, bright gold. An intensely perfumed nose displays dried pear, orange pith, vanilla bean and candied ginger, with suave leesy and iodine notes gaining strength with aeration. Deeply pitched and emphatically dry, with strikingly powerful orchard fruit and candied citrus flavors deepened by notes of anise, vanilla and chamomile. Finishes firm and gripping, leaving spice and bitter almond notes behind. An extremely young, intense and uncompromising Champagne that should be left to rest for at least a few more years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€745.92 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)There are 13,053 bottles of Domaine de la Vougeraie's superb 2017 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, representing a modest yield for this emblematic monopole. Opening in the glass with a pretty bouquet of fresh green pear, peach, mandarin oil and petrol, framed by a discreet touch of nutty new oak, the wine is medium to full-bodied, racy and precise, with a delicate and elegantly tight-knit core of fruit and a long, precise finish. As readers may know, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€652.32 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2018 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot has turned out nicely, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, peach, orange oil and a generous but not overpowering application of toasty new oak. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, its textural attack segues into a tangy, vibrant mid-palate, concluding with a saline finish. As readers will remember, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-91 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€705.83 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2019 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, the 0.83-hectare monopole of the domaine, was picked three times. It was showing a bit of reduction on the nose when I visited. The rounded palate features lime cordial, tinned apricot and plenty of passion fruit and pineapple notes toward the finish. This is a delicious and seductive white Vougeot, although it is missing just a little tension and intellect overall. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€2,940.72 |
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Vinous (93)The 2017 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a lot of reduction on the nose that disguises the terroir; it’s difficult to peer beyond the sulfur here. The palate is dense and weighty and slightly honeyed in texture (possibly with just a bit of botrytis?). It feels harmonious toward the finish but does need to address the sulfur issue. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€1,043.17 |
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Wine Advocate (92-94)Richer and more muscular than the elegant Charlemagne, the 2018 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru offers up notes of pear, citrus oil, beeswax, fresh hay and toasted nuts. On the palate, it's full-bodied, layered and fleshy, with ripe acids and chalky structuring extract. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,716.37 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€2,742.72 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€281.00 |
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Exhibit a vigorous sip of Burgundy's terroir with Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, a manifestation of the philosophy of purity and expression of soil rendered by the meticulous handiwork of Thomas Bouley. Born of the limestone-clay soils of the esteemed Cros Martin vineyard, its grapes are scrupulously hand-picked, ensuring only optimal maturity. This finely crafted wine displays a harmonious confluence of black red fruits and mineral accents, stewarded by 18 months oak barrel ageing, half of which are new. With only three barrels produced each year, this wine personifies exclusivity. Joannes Violot-Guillemard, ensconced in Pommard, is renowned for biodynamic practices, depicting a reverence for nature and a profound understanding of their vineyards' micro-climates. Embrace the Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, an invitation to partake in a narrative redolent of winemaking passion, superior Craftsmanship and an intimate bond with the land. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
€1,485.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Abundant, ripe cherry and currant fruit, spice box, licorice and sweet tannin represent the inimitable Thunevin style. The wine has an expansive, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and beautiful purity. This is a gorgeous, sexy wine to drink over the next 10-15 years. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
€100.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2016 Virginie de Valandraud is well defined and focused on the nose of blackberry, raspberry, crushed stone and rose petal aromas that burst from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very poised and harmonious, and supremely well-assimilated oak toward the poised, persistent finish. Superb. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 93 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€341.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2017 Virginie de Valandraud is dark and rich in the glass, with a striking interplay of dense fruit and more floral, bright notes from the Cabernets in the blend. The 2017 is a gorgeous, super-expressive wine with a ton of potential. Moreover, the Virginie is a wine of real character. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€412.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€412.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€216.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Virginie de Valandraud is superb. Silky, pliant and expressive, the 2018 is wonderfully caressing right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, mocha, spice and new leather all meld together effortlessly. From bottle, the 2018 is more refined and delicate than it was from barrel, and every bit as compelling. The Virginie is made from a collection of unclassed parcels around Valandraud and on the plains below the core holdings. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JD) |
In Bond
€216.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)Mostly Merlot (there's roughly 20% Cabernet Franc), the 2019 Château Valandraud Virginie De Valandraud from the Thunevin team reveals a deep purple hue to go with a brilliant nose of spiced currants, black cherries, new saddle leather, Provençal herbs, and subtle floral nuances. It's rich, medium to full-bodied, and flawlessly balanced on the palate, with gorgeous tannins and a great finish. It's the finest vintage for this cuvée I've tasted, surpassing the 2015, 2016, and 2018. It's going to drink brilliantly for 20 years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 91 (JD) |
In Bond
€179.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)The second wine of Château Valandraud, the 2021 Virginie De Valandraud is worth seeking out. Ripe red and black fruits, violets, flowers, and a hint of new leather define the aromatics, and it's medium-bodied, with a pure, elegant mouthfeel, nicely integrated acidity, and supple tannins. It's an outstanding 2021 to drink over the coming decade or so. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€168.00 |
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Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 epitomises the excellence of Burgundy’s renowned Chablis region. Cultivated in the esteemed Vaillons vineyard, this premier cru benefits from the region’s unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils, imparting a distinctive minerality to the wine. Maison Vocoret, a distinguished producer with a legacy of artisanal viticulture, meticulously harvests hand-selected Chardonnay grapes to ensure optimal quality. The winemaking process entails careful fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s fresh acidity and vibrant fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes ageing on fine lees, enhancing its complexity and texture without overpowering its natural elegance. The 2021 vintage presents a brilliant pale gold hue, with an aromatic bouquet of white flowers, citrus nuances, and subtle hints of flint. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of crisp acidity and refined minerality, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 is an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and terroir-driven character in their fine wine collection. |
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Champagne | 7 | - |
In Bond
€248.00 |
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Experience the exquisite Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV, crafted with meticulous care by the Vollereaux family in the renowned Champagne region of France. This prestigious house, operating for six generations, embodies. French wine-making heritage at its finest. The Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV is a sublime encapsulation of their commitment to excellence. A blend of Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, this sparkling wine undergoes a traditional, second fermentation in the bottle, creating its signature effervescence. Laden with bright, orchard fruit flavours, it captivates with its complex, layered taste and a lengthy finish, testament to a 3-year maturation process in their historic cellars. Remarkably well-balanced, the Vollereaux Brut Reserve NV is a standout choice for those seeking elegance and finesse in their Champagne. Whether for celebrations or casual indulgence, add a touch of class with this fine Champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€447.00 |
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Vinous (95)The NV (2012) Extra Brut Fidele is another fabulous wine from Vouette & Sorbée. Here, the richness of Pinot Noir comes through loud and clear in the wine's depth and overall richness. Creamy and beautifully layered throughout, the 2012 hits all the right notes. Red berry, mint, flowers, sweet spices and candy fill out the wine's broad frame effortlessly. What a gorgeous wine this is. Simply put, the 2012 is a total knock-out. Disgorged: January 6, 2015. |
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Champagne | 2 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€544.00 |
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Vinous (94)(100% chardonnay, from 2007; disgorged 09-11-10/R07): Light, bright gold. An intensely perfumed nose displays dried pear, orange pith, vanilla bean and candied ginger, with suave leesy and iodine notes gaining strength with aeration. Deeply pitched and emphatically dry, with strikingly powerful orchard fruit and candied citrus flavors deepened by notes of anise, vanilla and chamomile. Finishes firm and gripping, leaving spice and bitter almond notes behind. An extremely young, intense and uncompromising Champagne that should be left to rest for at least a few more years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
In Bond
€601.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)There are 13,053 bottles of Domaine de la Vougeraie's superb 2017 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, representing a modest yield for this emblematic monopole. Opening in the glass with a pretty bouquet of fresh green pear, peach, mandarin oil and petrol, framed by a discreet touch of nutty new oak, the wine is medium to full-bodied, racy and precise, with a delicate and elegantly tight-knit core of fruit and a long, precise finish. As readers may know, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
€523.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2018 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot has turned out nicely, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, peach, orange oil and a generous but not overpowering application of toasty new oak. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, its textural attack segues into a tangy, vibrant mid-palate, concluding with a saline finish. As readers will remember, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-91 (VN) |
In Bond
€566.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2019 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, the 0.83-hectare monopole of the domaine, was picked three times. It was showing a bit of reduction on the nose when I visited. The rounded palate features lime cordial, tinned apricot and plenty of passion fruit and pineapple notes toward the finish. This is a delicious and seductive white Vougeot, although it is missing just a little tension and intellect overall. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€2,430.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2017 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a lot of reduction on the nose that disguises the terroir; it’s difficult to peer beyond the sulfur here. The palate is dense and weighty and slightly honeyed in texture (possibly with just a bit of botrytis?). It feels harmonious toward the finish but does need to address the sulfur issue. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (WA) |
In Bond
€859.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92-94)Richer and more muscular than the elegant Charlemagne, the 2018 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru offers up notes of pear, citrus oil, beeswax, fresh hay and toasted nuts. On the palate, it's full-bodied, layered and fleshy, with ripe acids and chalky structuring extract. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,420.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€2,265.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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