Burgundy 2022 En Primeur: Blue Skies Over Beaune, Verdant Vines In Vosne
After the unusually cold and small-yielding 2021, the 2022 vintage swung back to what we might consider the “new norm”. With an overall abundance of warmth and sunshine, timely rainfall in June and August helped to balance out any effects of the heat. Early impressions tell a story of wines in general produced with more richness and concentration than their predecessors, with the best of them retaining all important freshness and disarming equilibrium.
Jasper Morris is the first critic to release the 2022 vintage report. He praised the vintage as "bountiful and beautiful" and recommends collectors to consider cellaring the wines.
"Vintages that came to mind were 1985 for the health of the grapes, 1999 for the size of the crop and the relative consistency of quality though with a bias towards the Côte de Beaune, and 2002 – just short of top flight but a really lovely flavour profile of medium density and longevity." Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
"All other things being equal, I would recommend going large in 2022, large in the sense of a broad range because there are so many really good wines at all levels." Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur: Blue Skies Over Beaune, Verdant Vines In Vosne
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,675.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)(5 Star Wine) This has not fallen clear after a recent lees stirring. Jadot stir their Grands Crus twice after the fermentations, once each in summer and autumn. There is significant weight as you would expect, almost a monolithic block, a little citrus, both lemon and lime. Impeccable length. This requires significantly more ageing but should join its fellows on the podium. Drink from 2034-2040+. Tasted: October 2023. |
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(Maison) Louis Jadot Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
£910.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Medium deep colour, with dark flowers on the nose. Coming in the midst of various spectacular grands crus, I find that the Echezeaux has taken the sunshine to a slightly brutal degree, as reflected by maximum ripeness of the fruit along with some tannins that may have been blocked from maturing fully. The yield was lower which is not always the best thing in hot dry years. It is still a sound wine but has missed out on the more delightful side of 2022. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Benjamin Leroux Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(1x150cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 92-96 (IB) |
In Bond
£905.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-96)The Bâtard is still in barrel, without any sulphur adjustment, so in fact needs refreshing which will happen, especially when it goes into tank. Primrose colour, ripe pears with some passion fruit. A significant wealth of fruit but the final wine is not easy to be sure of at this stage. Clean pure fruit returns, not so obvious acidity. This wine is likely to develop better than it is currently showing. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Bouchard Pere & Fils Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 96-99 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,235.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)(5 Star Wine) Pale primrose in colour. Noticeably more majesty here, a greater depth and also a little touch of oak. Halfway at least to Montrachet. An entirely coherent expression with a stunning density of white fruit, and a perfectly integrated acidity. This year the Cabotte is closer to the power of Montrachet, a brilliant wine. Drink from 2032-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Bouchard Pere & Fils Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 96-99 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)(5 Star Wine) Pale primrose in colour. Noticeably more majesty here, a greater depth and also a little touch of oak. Halfway at least to Montrachet. An entirely coherent expression with a stunning density of white fruit, and a perfectly integrated acidity. This year the Cabotte is closer to the power of Montrachet, a brilliant wine. Drink from 2032-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Bruno Colin Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,950.00 |
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Christophe Cordier Chevalier Montrachet Blanc
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Coquard Loison Fleurot Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 96-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,275.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)5 Star Wine. More of a crimson purple, raspberry seedless, taken a bit of oak, but superlative nonetheless and exceptionally long. Completely mouth filling with great charm, fills all the nooks and crannies. An excellent balance between the fruit acidity and tannins. Still going strong in my mouth several minutes later! Drink from 2032-2040. |
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Coquard Loison Fleurot Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 96-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£2,550.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)5 Star Wine. More of a crimson purple, raspberry seedless, taken a bit of oak, but superlative nonetheless and exceptionally long. Completely mouth filling with great charm, fills all the nooks and crannies. An excellent balance between the fruit acidity and tannins. Still going strong in my mouth several minutes later! Drink from 2032-2040. |
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Burgundy | - | 95-97 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,690.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)A fine mid lemon yellow. The bouquet is extremely stylish, showing a Chevalier with depth of flavour. There is lots more to tease out. Really impressive concentration here, just a few toasty notes, an extra body that comes from this emplacement. Just the right mineral acidity behind. Drink from 2032-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Etienne Sauzet Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 94-97 (IB) |
In Bond
£2,175.50 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Fresh colour, lemon and lime, not massive at all in bouquet but I am learning not to expect that chez Sauzet. A broad beamed intensity on the palate, this almost seems uncouth after the Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, but it still has its finesse. A light oatmeal touch from young (but not new) wood, and a great deal in reserve. A fine and impressive wine, though unlike in most cellars in 2022, I am leaning towards the Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet today. But this will definitely work! Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Faiveley Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,185.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Mind-blowingly deep and subtle nose of stone fruit with citrusy nuances. All the density of Batard, but with such elegance at the extremely long, focused finish. Great potential! From old vines purchased in 2008. |
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Faiveley Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Mind-blowingly deep and subtle nose of stone fruit with citrusy nuances. All the density of Batard, but with such elegance at the extremely long, focused finish. Great potential! From old vines purchased in 2008. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 94-96 (VN) |
In Bond
£695.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2022 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has an almost clinical bouquet with more penetration than the Criots served alongside. The medium-bodied palate has fine tension, but there is a real delicacy about this Bâtard with a very persistent, controlled finish and hints of white peach on the aftertaste. Wonderful. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 95-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£811.00 |
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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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Henri Boillot Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 95-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,600.00 |
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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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Henri Boillot Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Jean Chartron Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93-95 (IB) |
In Bond
£900.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)Four barrels made, one new and one each from the three preceding years. A clear pale lemon colour. The opulence of the vineyard shows in a controlled manner on the palate. A little oak shows but it is classy. As with Chartron’s other wines, there is a complementary acidity which helps the balance. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | - | 95-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,200.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)A full primrose yellow. The bouquet is sturdier here, surprisingly, after the pure white fruit Bâtard. However, the chiselled elegance of Chevalier shows much more on the palate, where there is an impressive, if initially restrained, intensity and a second wave of flavour further back on the palate. This will be particularly fine and the aftertaste is notably persistent. A very long finish indeed. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | - | 95-98 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)A full primrose yellow. The bouquet is sturdier here, surprisingly, after the pure white fruit Bâtard. However, the chiselled elegance of Chevalier shows much more on the palate, where there is an impressive, if initially restrained, intensity and a second wave of flavour further back on the palate. This will be particularly fine and the aftertaste is notably persistent. A very long finish indeed. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,180.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96)A pale colour with a lime tint. Backward but powerful, as it should be. Taking time to build on the palate, with a mineral thread of acidity, pure white fruit, expertly poised. There may be weightier examples around, but this is certainly very fine. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Joseph Drouhin Chevalier Montrachet Blanc
(1x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Joseph Drouhin Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,335.00 |
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Leflaive Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Leflaive Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Burgundy | 10 | - |
In Bond
£2,199.00 |
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Louis Latour Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru Clos Poirier
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£2,250.00 |
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Louis Latour Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Marc Morey Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2022 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a mineral-driven, obdurate nose that you might presume derives from a cooler growing season. Subtle petrichor/wet pavement aromas intermix with sea spray. The palate is well-balanced with a lovely creamy texture, vanilla mixed with orange rind and tangerine. There’s fine depth, though I prefer the precision of the VIrondot and Caillerets. However, it will surely mature beautifully in bottle. |
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur
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Featured Producers
- Arlaud- Berthaut-Gerbet
- Clos Frantin (Altert Bichot)
- Comte Armand
- Faiveley
- Felettig
- Fontaine-Gagnard
- Guyon
- Henri Gouges
- Louis Jadot
- Jean Chauvenet
- Jean Fournier
- Jean-Marc Boillot
- Joseph Colin
- Louis Latour
- Marc Colin
- Michel Noellat
- Taupenot-Merme
- Tawse
- Vincent Girardin