Maison Joseph Drouhin
The eponymous Joseph Drouhin founded the négociant company, which bears his name in 1880, having spent much of his early life in Yonne. His son Maurice took over in 1918, buying the first vineyards, including the famous Clos des Mouches, which we are delighted to offer below. An arduous process of expansion thanks to the nature of Burgundy’s patchwork of owners, Maurice was finally able to carve out quite the empire for his family, which endures to this day.
A titanic character in Beaune, Maurice both sat on the INAO committee and acted as deputy administrator of the Hospices de Beaune throughout the turbulent World War II. At the height of his powers, Drouhin even had exclusive distribution rights to Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. However, he was unable to purchase a portion of the company, which subsequently went to Leroy.
His successor was his nephew Robert Jeausset-Drouhin, who took charge in 1957. Still maintaining a watchful eye over proceedings, Robert has ceded main control to his children (and fourth generation) Frédéric, Laurent, Philippe and Véronique. Philippe Drouhin manages the vineyards biodynamically, and as of 2009, their entire range has the ECOCERT organic certification.
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€558.78 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€797.58 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru, which comes from deeper soils than the Beaune Grèves, has a mixture of red and black fruit and is a touch more expressive with a discrete marine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, very layered with a gentle but insistent grip on the finish. This is one of the finest Clos des Mouches that I have tasted. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€954.78 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru, which comes from deeper soils than the Beaune Grèves, has a mixture of red and black fruit and is a touch more expressive with a discrete marine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, very layered with a gentle but insistent grip on the finish. This is one of the finest Clos des Mouches that I have tasted. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-97 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€928.38 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Pale lemon colour. The power is immediately apparent on the nose, but in a good way. A wine for longer elevage before bottling and then worth the wait in bottle thereafter. This has all the expected volume of white fruit while retaining impeccable balance. Adds depth with time in the glass, before reaching quite a saline finish. A very youthful but impressive Clos des Mouches. I recently enjoyed a stunning bottle of the 2017, and this could very well match it in due course. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€622.07 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€912.13 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, which comprises of just two barrels this year, has a highly-perfumed and precise bouquet that is actually reminiscent of Christophe Roumier's Bonnes-Mares. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins that frame the multi-layered fruit. Fine grip, structured, saline and aristocratic on the finish. This will need time but will most certainly be worth the wait. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
Inc. TAX
€281.27 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€324.47 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€837.73 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€1,417.40 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€2,489.22 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€941.58 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Most of this fruit comes from domaine-owned parcels, but some is purchased. Six parcels in total contribute to this pretty, floral and silky-textured Chambolle. Sweet red fruits spread gently across the mid-weight palate before a light ganache note joins in and brings the wine into a gently fading finish. 2022-34 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€911.05 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€900.40 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€2,302.38 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,150.38 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot, 1er Cru (Marquis de Laguiche) has a slightly more tropical influenced bouquet compared to the Clos des Mouches Blanc, with passion fruit, nectarine and peach skin aromas. The palate is well balanced with hints of apricot and orange rind on the entry, a fine bead of acidity with ample depth and vigour on the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€598.38 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)5 stars. Crisp clear lemon and lime, Excellent energy om the nose. Fresh plum, sweels on the palate, this si excellent, full but not heavy, very well judged oak, and exceptionally long. Top stuff! Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€2,434.38 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€477.73 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,004.80 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,756.38 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€818.80 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,756.38 |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€339.83 |
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Burgundy | 5 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€605.27 |
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Vinous (91)The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village has a very pure bouquet with dark cherries and blueberry, almost Chambolle-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very good weight, fine grip towards the structured finish. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€2,209.43 |
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Burgundy | 20 | 91-94 (IB) |
Inc. TAX
€900.78 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)Full pale lemon. The bouquet is attractive with an intriguing note of liquorice. Quite full on the nose, with a little warmth as well as body, then brought back in to a beautiful finish. Good acidity. A little tension behind, needs time. A wine currently showing in two halves, but which may very well develop positively from here. A conservative score for now. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€481.98 |
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James Suckling (93)A classically structured wine for this appellation with the weight and round generosity that we expect from it, but with plenty of bright citrus and pear fruit, something these wines can lack a bit of. Good depth with an excellent integration of chalky minerality and healthy acidity at the long and delicate finish. With aeration a touch of vanilla bean develops on the nose. Drink or hold. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
Inc. TAX
€337.98 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€6,488.80 |
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Vinous (97)The 2020 Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche Grand Cru is consistent with my previous tasting in January. Exquisite definition on the nose, real mineralité here. The palate is intense and penetrating, touches of orange zest and spice building wonderfully towards the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€447.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€646.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru, which comes from deeper soils than the Beaune Grèves, has a mixture of red and black fruit and is a touch more expressive with a discrete marine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, very layered with a gentle but insistent grip on the finish. This is one of the finest Clos des Mouches that I have tasted. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€777.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru, which comes from deeper soils than the Beaune Grèves, has a mixture of red and black fruit and is a touch more expressive with a discrete marine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, very layered with a gentle but insistent grip on the finish. This is one of the finest Clos des Mouches that I have tasted. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-97 (IB) |
In Bond
€755.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Pale lemon colour. The power is immediately apparent on the nose, but in a good way. A wine for longer elevage before bottling and then worth the wait in bottle thereafter. This has all the expected volume of white fruit while retaining impeccable balance. Adds depth with time in the glass, before reaching quite a saline finish. A very youthful but impressive Clos des Mouches. I recently enjoyed a stunning bottle of the 2017, and this could very well match it in due course. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€496.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€757.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, which comprises of just two barrels this year, has a highly-perfumed and precise bouquet that is actually reminiscent of Christophe Roumier's Bonnes-Mares. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins that frame the multi-layered fruit. Fine grip, structured, saline and aristocratic on the finish. This will need time but will most certainly be worth the wait. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
€212.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€248.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (TA) |
In Bond
€695.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (TA) |
In Bond
€1,175.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (TA) |
In Bond
€2,065.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Two parcels sitting next to one another on the northern side and up the slope go into this wine. One is the domaine's and the other is purchased. They total a mere 0.13 hectares. Still, the Drouhins only began combining the cuv es about ten years ago. This is a gorgeous Clos de B ze with intense blackberry and black plum fruit, smoky minerality and salted chocolate. Finely toned and muscular – like a ballet dancer, not a rugby player, this has sculpted tannins and lively acidity. The last notes feel like taffeta on the palate. 2025-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
In Bond
€766.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Most of this fruit comes from domaine-owned parcels, but some is purchased. Six parcels in total contribute to this pretty, floral and silky-textured Chambolle. Sweet red fruits spread gently across the mid-weight palate before a light ganache note joins in and brings the wine into a gently fading finish. 2022-34 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
€753.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
€741.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
€1,900.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Almost black in the centre, rather un-Drouhin like. Very powerful, with liquorice and black fruit, firm tannins, this is a little bit on the muscular side, showing the more aggressive side of 2020 today. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
€940.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot, 1er Cru (Marquis de Laguiche) has a slightly more tropical influenced bouquet compared to the Clos des Mouches Blanc, with passion fruit, nectarine and peach skin aromas. The palate is well balanced with hints of apricot and orange rind on the entry, a fine bead of acidity with ample depth and vigour on the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (IB) |
In Bond
€480.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)5 stars. Crisp clear lemon and lime, Excellent energy om the nose. Fresh plum, sweels on the palate, this si excellent, full but not heavy, very well judged oak, and exceptionally long. Top stuff! Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€2,010.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€395.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€828.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,445.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€673.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,445.00 |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
In Bond
€261.00 |
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Burgundy | 5 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
€482.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village has a very pure bouquet with dark cherries and blueberry, almost Chambolle-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very good weight, fine grip towards the structured finish. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,830.00 |
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Burgundy | 20 | 91-94 (IB) |
In Bond
€732.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)Full pale lemon. The bouquet is attractive with an intriguing note of liquorice. Quite full on the nose, with a little warmth as well as body, then brought back in to a beautiful finish. Good acidity. A little tension behind, needs time. A wine currently showing in two halves, but which may very well develop positively from here. A conservative score for now. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
€383.00 |
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James Suckling (93)A classically structured wine for this appellation with the weight and round generosity that we expect from it, but with plenty of bright citrus and pear fruit, something these wines can lack a bit of. Good depth with an excellent integration of chalky minerality and healthy acidity at the long and delicate finish. With aeration a touch of vanilla bean develops on the nose. Drink or hold. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
€263.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
€5,395.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2020 Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche Grand Cru is consistent with my previous tasting in January. Exquisite definition on the nose, real mineralité here. The palate is intense and penetrating, touches of orange zest and spice building wonderfully towards the finish. Excellent. |