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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Indulge your palate with 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022'. Proudly produced by domain Gouffier, this exceptional wine embodies the superior quality of the famed Burgundy region. Meticulously crafted from 100% Chardonnay, the Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022 displays remarkable finesse and balance. The vineyard's south-east facing exposure guarantees perfectly ripened grapes, leading to a wine that sparkles with notes of green apple, citrus, and white flowers.
Aged in 20% new French oak barrels, it evinces a voluptuous texture that complements its crisp acidity and nuanced minerality. Domain Gouffier, under the guidance of winemakers Frédéric Gueugneau and Benoît Pagot, emphasises elements of traditional viticulture while utilising modern winemaking techniques to create their stunning wines. Honouring the historic terroir of Mercurey, the 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022' is a testament to the winemaker's dedication to quality and authenticity.
In Bond£246.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
30% new wood, including one 400 litre barrel, which is the way Jean-Pierre will go in future for the first year, and then earthenware jars for the second elevage. A touch of liquorice. This has a much denser texture than used to be the case, and a superb fruit acid balance. Extremely impressive for village Morey blanc. A wine which will develop in time. Drink from 2026-2032. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£498.00 -
In Bond£594.00
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Emanating from the heart of Burgundy in France, the Jacqueson, Mercurey 2022 is a masterpiece from the acclaimed Domaine Jacqueson. This exquisite red wine reveals craftsmanship that is reflective of the Jacqueson family's half-century expertise in viticulture. Renowned for crafting prime Pinot Noir-based wines, their 2022 Mercurey offering exudes an enchanting blend of fruit purity, finesse, and subtle earthy tones.
The wine is meticulously produced from vine plots found in the finest regions of Mercurey, resulting in a unique expression of this prestigious terroir. The 2022 vintage embodies the quintessential elements of a fine Burgundy red, marked by velvety structure, refined tannins, and a lavish bouquet of summer berries, sweet spices, and forest floor nuances.
For those seeking a testimony to Pinot Noir's elegance and complexity, the Jacqueson, Mercurey 2022 is a worthy indulgence.
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(6x75cl) 2022
Indulge your senses with the exquisite Jacqueson Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin 2022. Crafted by the distinguished Jacqueson family in the renowned vineyards of Mercurey, this delectable Burgundy Pinot Noir encapsulates an expressive fusion of ripe, red fruit, french oak and earthy minerals. Employing meticulous viticultural practices in the 1er Cru vineyard of Les Champs Martin, the distinguished Jacqueson family endows this offering with a distinctive character reflective of the terroir. The wine undergoes a meticulous 18 month maturation, primarily in aged oak barrels, to cultivate its sophisticated structure and depth. It exemplifies the Jacqueson family's six-decade legacy of crafting superior wines, intertwined with an unswerving dedication to respecting nature and the character of each vintage. Bursting with innate elegance, evocative complexity, and an enduring finish, the Jacqueson Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin 2022 is an undeniable embodiment of premium Burgundy winemaking.
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Experience an exceptional exemplar of mastery from France's beloved Burgundy region with the Jacqueson Mercurey 1er Cru Velley 2022. This exquisite concoction, produced by the Jacqueson family, can be traced back to their idyllic vineyards in Mercurey, known for wines of unparalleled quality. The tradition of low intervention viticulture, allows the terroir to effectively articulate its unique character in the final product. Jacqueson Mercurey 1er Cru Velley 2022 boasts a burgundy delight, crafted from expertly tended Pinot Noir grapes, ensuring a complex and refined taste profile. Celebrated for their commitment to meticulous winemaking, Jacqueson balances modern techniques with time-honored traditions, producing premier wines like the Velley 2022 that are a testament to their extraordinary craftsmanship. Bask in the rich palate of this endearing wine, offering layered tones of ripe berries and a lingering, harmonious finish. Experience unmatched elegance and sophistication with Jacqueson Mercurey 1er Cru Velley 2022.
In Bond£246.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. Seductive, sweet-floral, perfumed. Open and expressive. Then deeper and more savoury on the palate. Super-fine tannins with lots of layers so that overall they are slightly chewy. Multilayerd, deeply fruited and very long. A harmonious beauty.In Bond£390.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. Highly perfumed, impression of violets. That perfume leads you to a firmly but finely structured wine – the really elegant tannins are the main quality of the palate at the moment. A refined, pure and elegant beauty.In Bond£325.00 -
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Wine Advocate (93-94)
The 2022 Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens is excellent, wafting from the glass with aromas of plums and raspberries mingled with exotic spices, orange zest and petals. Medium to full-bodied, rich and velvety, its textural attack segues into an unctuous core of fruit, concluding with a long, expansive finish.In Bond£502.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
From the esteemed winemaker comes the exceptional Kei Shiogai Pommard 2022. Produced in the hallowed soils of Burgundy's renowned Pommard region, this exquisite Pinot Noir stands out as a testament to Shiogai's dedication to traditional winemaking. Kei Shiogai, a Japenese oenologist living in Burgundy, has focused his expertise to cultivate this remarkable wine.
The 2022 vintage benefited from an exceptionally meticulous hand-harvesting and judicious sorting, following an optimal ripening period, contributing to the wine's profundity and elegance. The delicately extracted juice was matured in oak barrels, enhancing its complex character.
Kei Shiogai Pommard 2022 arrests one's senses with its distinguished bouquet of ripe red fruits, complemented by subtle earthy undertones, and a lingering mineral edge. On the palate, it unravels a symphony of flavours, balanced by firm yet refined tannins. A fine wine such as this promises to age gracefully, making it a treasured addition to any connoisseur's cellar.
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(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£1,000.00
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(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-96)
This cuvée no longer contains Clos des Lambrays young vines. The plot called 30 rangs (planted 2000) was in this wine up to 2021. La Riotte and Le Village remain, the 20 ares of Clos Sorbe has been added to new vineyards (see below) from Domaine Cosson, but instead there is fruit from half a hectare of Les Blanchards, also ex Cosson. Glowing purple. A beautifully lifted bouquet with 40% whole bunches, alpine strawberries, all in finesse. Then the wine builds to an extra level of intensity, more than expected from the elegance of the nose, The fruit shows additional nuances as well, entirely red fruit, some ripe cherries now showing as well. Just a few spices to finish.In Bond£630.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
A fine mid ruby colour. The bouquet has both charm and density in a very happy balance. A lovely aftertaste of soft strawberry and fresh raspberry, the graceful side of Pommard with the tannins nicely covered. Drink from 2030-2037. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£438.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
(5 Star Wine) Not too deep in colour, with rather a stylish perfumed raspberry fruit. Light fresh acidity, behind the beautifully balanced fruit, a few tannins too, but the fruit stretches out wonderfully behind them. The benefit of ancient vines is clear to see. Drink from 2030-2036. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£889.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
(5 Star Wine) Not too deep in colour, with rather a stylish perfumed raspberry fruit. Light fresh acidity, behind the beautifully balanced fruit, a few tannins too, but the fruit stretches out wonderfully behind them. The benefit of ancient vines is clear to see. Drink from 2030-2036. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£255.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)
A glowing crimson purple, the bouquet comes over with striking class. Quite floral in fact, plenty of sunshine in the fruit but here in Pommard the vine resists better and the tannins are very refined. A delicious aftertaste. The vineyard was only replanted in 2016, so congratulations. It is now in pinot fin and that shows. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023.In Bond£415.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£1,000.00
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(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
25% whole bunch vinification and one new barrel in four. Medium depth of colour with a slightly earthy nose. Quite a solid 1er Cru with the more savoury style of Morey, but not quite convincing. I will take the elegance of En la Rue de Vergy. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: December 2023.In Bond£395.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
60% whole bunch vinification, no new wood. An even crimson colour. While retaining its earthy style, the fruit is fuller and altogether classier than Clos des Ormes. Strawberry and raspberry, middleweight and with fair length. Drink from 2030-2037. Tasted: December 2023.In Bond£395.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
Still in barrel, one new barrel in four. A fine lively mid purple with an exquisite bouquet, ethereal hillside Morey lifted further by the whole bunches (80%). An attractive middleweight red fruit across the palate, with some white pepper to finish. Another excellent wine from this super vineyard. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: December 2023.In Bond£300.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
A solid dense ruby colour with a powerful bouquet driven by both the intensity of the fruit and the new oak, one barrel of the two, and no stems. There is a lot of wine here in its solid earthy Pommard style, yet with class too. Excellent length, and so much fruit that it can eat up its oak easily. Drink from 2032-2040. Tasted: December 2023.In Bond£425.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
An intense bright fresh purple. Quite punchy on the nose, in a good way, and with a certain amount of oak showing on the palate. Good acidity, more than tannins, and a fresh vigorous red berry fruit throughout.In Bond£240.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Philippe Pacalet Pommard 1er Cru Les Charmots 2022 is an exquisite embodiment of Burgundy's terroir, a distinguished expression of Pinot Noir. Lovingly cultivated in a renowned vineyard of Pommard, this vintage is crafted by trailblazing winemaker Philippe Pacalet. An acolyte in organic and biodynamic practices, Pacalet artfully forgoes pesticides, chemical interventions, and intrusive soil manipulations to respect the land and grapes’ natural rhythm and character.
The Pommard 1er Cru Les Charmots 2022 boasts a complex palate, its allure strengthened by its harmonious balance of refinement and power. Vignettes of red cherries, blackberries, forest floor, and subtle spices intermingle in every sip. Displaying an impressive density, depth, and firm tannic backbone, expect a taste of Burgundy that evolves marvelously with age. Enjoy a reputable masterpiece of Philippe Pacalet, Pommard 1er Cru Les Charmots 2022, leaving a lasting impression on your palate.
In Bond£1,860.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Decanter (95)
There is more depth and structure in the Epenots than in the village wine, but this latter is still approachable and forward, with ripe black plum and mulberry fruit and hints of lavender, menthol, and star anise. The texture is dense, and the tannins are supple but supportive, leading the whole to a pleasantly persistent finish. The grapes are 90% from Grands Epenots and 10% from Petits Epenots; they are fermented as whole clusters and aged in used casks to produce this memorable wine.In Bond£1,950.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Decanter (94)
Pacalet sources the grapes for this bottling from the portion of Rugiens classified as village-level 'but it's political' according to him. He goes on to note that the parcel was planted in 1905. The grapes from these ancient vines are fermented as whole clusters and punched down twice daily to produce this wine with expressive red and black fruit aromas and hints of earth and wild herbs; there is a touch of tannin from the stems, but this will integrate with time. With a bit of time in the bottle, this should be an interestingly complex wine.In Bond£1,020.00 -
In Bond£1,000.00
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(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
In fact this is Grands Epenots, though not specified thus on the label. 5% comes from their own vines and is made as whole bunch, the rest is not. Deep and intense, with a profound dark raspberry fruit, fine intensity through the middle, then more fruit to cover any final tannins. Supple dark fruit with a touch of chocolate maybe. Drink from 2030-2036. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£380.00
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur
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