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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Jean-Claude Boisset Corton Grand Cru Les Renardes
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 18 (JR) |
In Bond
£760.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Mid cherry red. Less open than the Vosne-Romanée just tasted. Peppery and definitely spiced with a touch of oak and stems all tangled up in the aroma. A dark beauty as it opens in the glass. So elegant, embryonic and yet refined already. Fresh, appears subtle, and it is, but it's also powerful and long. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
£685.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime elegance of Jean-Michel Gaunoux Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres Blanc 2022, beautifully produced in the heart of the renowned Meursault appellation, within Burgundy, France. This exquisite wine is the testament to the time-honoured traditional methods of Jean-Michel Gaunoux, whose meticulous vineyard practices and rigorous grape selection have earned global recognition. The Perrieres vineyard, a prime parcel of limestone-rich soils, yields a wine with haunting minerality and refined complexity. Hand-harvested Chardonnay is gently pressed and undergoes fermentation in oak barrels, seamlessly blending the bracing acidity, vibrant citrus notes, and understated oak influences. Meticulous ageing over several months instils profound depth and impeccability. Jean-Michel Gaunoux Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres Blanc 2022 is a masterful expression of terroir, testament to the remarkable quality of its origin, bound to enthral even the most discerning palates with its polished intensity and lingering finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£726.00 |
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Joseph Drouhin Meursault
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 89-91 (IB) |
In Bond
£265.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)Made up from 16 different plots. A pale lemon colour. The nose is undemonstrative but one senses the concentration behind. Indeed, the fruit builds to the back of the palate with a little ripe citrus and correct acidity. Fine length, a little more interest than the very capable Puligny. Drink from 2029-2034. Tasted: November 2023. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£647.00 |
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (IB) |
In Bond
£646.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)Some light green reflections in the primrose yellow colour. A stricter nose, perhaps a touch of sulphur. This may also appear more backward coming after the Charmes. Then a vast wealth of fruit on the palate and now we see the real wine. It maintains the herbal note I associate with Genevrières, alongside golden fruit at a perfect degree of ripeness. The fruit and the acidity weave in and out of each other. I would not want the fruit to be riper but it is full of charm as it stands, and kept in place by the precision of the structure. Very fine. Drink from 2029-2037. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-92 (IB) |
In Bond
£511.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)Mid lemon yellow. The bouquet has a little softer orchard fruit compared to the Bourgogne, and is very true to its Meursault roots. The white fruit continues on the palate and is now joined by a saline note, while the ripe apples give an immediate appeal. There are little waves of flavour towards the back of the palate. Once again the aftertaste is fine, precise and thoroughly promising. Drink from 2027-2032. |
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Louis Jadot (des Heritiers) Corton Grand Cru Pougets
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93-95 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£560.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2022 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru has a tightly wound bouquet with dark plum, raspberry coulis, incense and light sous-bois scents. It takes quite a few swirls of the glass to get the aromas going. The palate is medium-bodied with a structured, assertive opening. The tannins are slightly chalky, lending this Corton-Pougets edginess/nerve. Fine mineralité towards the finish yet tightly wound and almost curmudgeonly in its nascent state, this Grand Cru will demand long-term agin |
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Louis Jadot Meursault Narvaux Blanc
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
£290.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)Pale in colour, the nose displaying a slight green hazelnut reduction which is not at all unpleasant. Indeed, it adds tension to the wine. There is impressive weight on the palate, some concentrated plum and greengage, good acidity. This still needs more elevage but shows promise. Drink from 2028-2035. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Louis Latour Chateau Corton Grancey Corton Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Louis Latour Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Louis Latour Corton Grand Cru
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Louis Latour Corton Grand Cru Clos de la Vigne au Saint
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Louis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Charmes
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£740.00 |
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Louis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£740.00 |
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Louis Latour Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres Blanc
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£820.00 |
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Louis Latour Meursault Blanc
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-93 (IB) |
In Bond
£438.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)The Meix Chavaux is blended between 350 and 600 litre barrels. Very attractive lemon and lime colour, with a racy characterful nose, fresh apple, a little lime blossom, fresh energy throughout. I love the graceful yet lifted quality of this wine. It should fill out later on, but is already clearly on the right road. We also tried the same wine, but racked back to barrel to see what a longer elevage will look like. A little more yellow in the colour, while the nose is rounder, showing the wood only in terms of weight not of taste. Fills out the middle in the way I was looking for from the main wine. Either way, Meix Chavaux is a big step up. Drink from 2027-2032. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Maison Joseph Faiveley Meursault 1er Cru les Charmes
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - |
In Bond
£1,000.00 |
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Marchand-Tawse Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93-96 (IB) |
In Bond
£680.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-96)Still in barrel. A gorgeous lemon and lime colour with a striking bouquet, the herbal side is fully there, plus an intensity which never oversteps the mark. Body and class together. Weighty and enticing at the same time. Very well done. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: December 2023. |
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Michel Bouzereau Meursault 1er Cru Blagny
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
£525.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2022 Meursault Blagny 1er Cru has a complex bouquet with mineral-driven citrus fruit and hints of honeysuckle developing in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with a sapid entry. A little resinous in texture, there is plenty of extract, underlying the complex, stem ginger and lemon thyme-tinged finish. Give this plenty of bottle age, and there is very good potential. |
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Michel Bouzereau Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£675.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2022 Meursault Genevrières 1er Cru has an intense, minerally bouquet with touches of chalk, yellow plum and light blood orange aromas. The palate is well-balanced, one of Bouzereau's more powerful cuvées with impressive persistence and a sapid aftertaste. The pedigree of the terroir really comes through in this Meursault. |
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Michel Bouzereau Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres Blanc
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 91-95 (IB) |
In Bond
£840.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-95)Mid lemon yellow. Power is immediately evident on the nose. Ripe orchard fruit with plenty of flesh on the palate. The oak shows a little more, both vanilla and biscuit, at the moment. So less together, lactic and buttery, but I would tip this to pull its back into balance. |
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Burgundy | - | 92-95 (IB) |
In Bond
£600.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)An attractive racy pale primrose. The bouquet is fully of energy, this is not too heavy a Charmes, but a fine one. The palate offers an excellent weight of fruit, ripe apples, a little fresh plum, very good grip and a long finish. Smart stuff! |
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Michel Bouzereau Meursault Les Grands Charrons
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£270.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2022 Meursault Les Grands Charrons, matured in 20% new oak, has quite an engaging bouquet, with hints of wild fennel and mint infusing citrus fruit. Impressive delineation. The palate is well-balanced with a silver bead of acidity. Linear in style, there is no peacock's tail towards the finish, but plenty of spiciness, a touch of Szechuan pepper leaving the mouth tingling on the aftertaste. Recommended. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,608.00 |
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The Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2022 is a splendid dedication to the French winemaking tradition, originating from the prized vineyards of Burgundy. Its creator, Moron-Garcia, utilises strict selection, baie par baie (berry by berry), a meticulous approach which contributes to its remarkable quality. The wine is soaked and fermented at controlled temperatures to maximize the expression of its fruit. Then aged in oak adds depth and complexity, highlighting its intricate flavours. Boasting a brilliant ruby hue, it offers a delightful bouquet of red fruits, intense spices, and subtle hints of oak. On the palate, it exudes a harmonious balance of acidity, tannins, and alcohol, culminating in a spectacular long finish disclosing layers of taste. The Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2022 is a testament to the vibrant expression of the Corton terroir. This outstanding wine embodies the meticulous craftsmanship of Moron-Garcia, making it an exquisite choice for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (IB) |
In Bond
£647.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90)Planted 25 years ago and dying because of the rootstock problem. Pale lemon colour, with not so much bouquet. A little firm on the palate, undemonstrative though there is plenty of flesh, a little acidity. For the moment it is lacking a little personality. Drink from 2026-2029. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
In Bond
£1,301.00 |
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Exhibiting a profound mastery of winemaking, Pierre Girardin Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes 2022 harks from the prestigious vineyards of Meursault, situated in the heart of Burgundy. Fifth-generation winemaker Pierre Girardin adopts a meticulous approach, harnessing traditional techniques amidst state-of-the-art equipment to encapsulate the full potential of Burgundy's terroir. This exceptional Chardonnay-based wine is gently pressed before undergoing a long fermentation in French oak barrels, imbuing complex nuances and refined structure. The Pierre Girardin Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes 2022 captivates the senses with a vibrant bouquet of white flowers and honey undertones. The palate is met with a sublime mélange of peach, citrus, and brioche, intricately balanced with crisp minerality and an enduring finish. Synonymous with elegance and power, this selection validates Pierre Girardin's esteemed repute in the world of fine wines. An unparalleled benchmark of Burgundian excellence, it's a dazzling exemplar of Chardonnay virtuosity. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
£1,603.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime sophistication of the Pierre Girardin Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres 2022. Steeped in tradition, it hails from Meursault, an immeasurable powerhouse of fine white wine production in Burgundy, France. This offering from the esteemed Pierre Girardin royal household typifies experience and passion passed down through the generations. With precision and commitment, the Girardin family cultivate Chardonnay grapes, aged in oak barrels, resulting in a beautifully balanced, full-bodied union of perfection. The Pierre Girardin Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres 2022 showcases a splendid harmony of rich fruitiness and elegant minerality. Its bouquet abounds with nuances of orchard fruits, citrus and subtle hints of vanilla. Upon tasting, you will encounter a symphony of flavour: ripe apples enveloped in creamy butter, traced with an understated oak-infused complexity. Its superb length and sensational finish are bound to impress even the most discerning of palates. |
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Burgundy 2022 En Primeur
We're sure you're as excited as we are to see how the Burgundy vignerons will price their wines this year, and our team are here every step of the way to help you secure your favourite wines and provide you with the best recommendations from this year's Burgundy 2021 En Primeur campaign.
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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
