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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Introducing a distinguished white wine, the Domaine de la Cras Bourgogne Coteaux de Dijon Cras Chardonnay 2022. Tucked into stunning French viniculture regions, Domaine de la Cras offers expressive wines, rooted deeply in the terroir of the Coteaux de Dijon. This Chardonnay blend highlights the true character of Burgundy with its distinct minerality and balanced acidity.
Matured in French oak barrels, the 2022 vintage boasts a desirable mix of ripe tropical fruit flavours complemented by a vibrant lemon zest. Subtle undertones of vanilla and butterscotch lend complexity on the finish, making it an exemplary representation of Burgundy Chardonnay's charm.
Domaine de la Cras follows natural winemaking principles, producing environmentally-conscious wines while preserving artisanal traditions. As a certified organic vineyard, they foster biodiversity, cultivating vines on clay-limestone soils which impart richness and depth into the Domaine de la Cras Bourgogne Coteaux de Dijon Cras Chardonnay 2022.
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
A surprising degree of green to the colour. A light but fine bouquet, all quite discreet, then rather more fruit intensity on the palate, quite linear but not without a little flesh on the bones. Apples washed with lime. Fine and elegant finish. Drink from 2027-2034. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond£710.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
Another beautiful bouquet after an elegant colour. This keeps building, and seems to have rediscovered the magic of Combettes which I thought was lost in the hottest years. There is a fulsome weight of white fruit, while retaining energy. Just enough acidity, with ripe apples at the finish. Drink from 2027-2036. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond£1,141.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)
Fresh lemon and lime colour. The little lime note is there again. This is delicious on the palate, fills out a little more, retaining a chalky note. Balanced, precise and long. Drink from 2026-2030. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond£450.00 -
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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.In Bond£1,000.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (87-89)
In tank now after a long slow fermentation and 12 months in barrel with 10% new. Currently not clear. A lovely energy to the nose. A little lime juice, then a more generous white fruit with tangy grape skins behind. Rather lovely especially in texture. texture. Drink from 2025-2028. Tasted: December 2023In Bond£65.00 -
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The Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Fairendes 2022 is a premium, fine wine, emblematic of the renowned Chassagne-Montrachet region in Burgundy, France. Produced by the prestigious Pillot family, who trace their winemaking heritage back to the 19th century, this blend leverages their ancestral knowledge and innovative techniques. Immaculate blend of Chardonnay grapes gives the wine its radiant gold hue, while fermentation in oak barrels imparts a complex, aromatic profile of white fruits, citrus, and delicate vanilla undertones. Exquisite balance of freshness and richness is testament to the exceptional terroir and meticulous vinification process of Pillot family. This vintage presents delightful minerality, reflecting its origin from Les Fairendes vineyard, one of the finest Premier Cru sites. The Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Fairendes 2022 is elegance bottled, a wine that enchants with every sip. Drink now with an extraordinary potential for aging.
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The Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Vergers 2022 is an extraordinary refinement of the prestigious Chardonnay grape. Expertly crafted in the revered vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet in Burgundy, France, the Pillot family exhibits remarkable skill and tradition in every bottle. The wine is painstakingly matured under the guidance of Laurent Pillot, a paragon of his craft.
This extraordinary cuvée exudes a captivating bouquet of crisp apple, toasted almond, and intriguing mineral notes. It's palate delivers an exquisite balance of creamy texture and refreshing acidity, culminating in a gracefully lingering finish. This embodiment of Burgundian mastery captures the character of the Vergers terroir beautifully, enveloped in its regal complexity and depth.
Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Vergers 2022 offers the discerning oenophile an exquisite experience of a lifetime, further solidifying its laudable position in the pantheon of luxurious wines.
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Discover the exquisite taste of Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 2022, a premier offering from the renowned vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy. This fine wine presents an impeccable balance of depth and complexity, as the vineyards' clay-limestone soil imparts on the meticulously selected Chardonnay grapes a characteristic minerality and richness. Each hand-picked cluster is vinified traditionally, fermented in oak barrels and aged for over a year to achieve an elegant blend of rounded textures and delicate aromas.
The established Pillot family, with Fernand and Laurent at the helm, continue their century-old tradition of quality winemaking. Their meticulous viticulture and vinification techniques have cemented their reputation for producing sophisticated and distinct Burgundy wines. The Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet 2022 embodies this commitment to excellence, encouraging oenophiles to savour its rich bouquet and refined palate for a truly captivating experience.
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The 2022 Bourgogne Blanc has a light bouquet with apple blossom and orange pith. The well-balanced palate is taut and fresh with ample weight and a bright sapid finish. Everything you want in a white Burgundy, really.In Bond£150.00 -
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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