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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The Louis Michel Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2022 is a majestic embodiment of terroir expression from one of Burgundy's revered family wineries. This Chardonnay boasts resolute complexity, offering a bouquet characterised by touches of lemon curd, vanilla, and flinty mineral nuances. Hand-picked in the prestigious Vaudésir vineyard estate in Chablis - a terroir revered for its Kimmeridgian soil, the grapes were cool-fermented and matured in stainless steel tanks to preserve their inherent integrity.
Louis Michel, a winemaking luminary since 1850, utilises traditional methodology, no oak regime, and minimal intervention to foster wines of transcendent quality and typicity. A notable feature of this illustrious house - their propensity for precision viticulture is commendably demonstrated in Louis Michel Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2022. A distinguished wine of elegance and minerality, it is expressive of its unique origin, concluding with an irresistible saline finish. A truly exceptional illustrative of Grand Cru Chablis.
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Truly a testament to classic French viticulture, the Malandes Chablis 2022 is an elegantly balanced white wine. Born in the prestigious vineyards of Burgundy, it is crafted by Domaine des Malandes, a producer celebrated for instilling excellence and tradition in every bottle.
Justly expressing the rich Chablis terroir, it is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes, hand-picked during the peak of maturity. The wine sees fermentation in stainless steel vats, a method contributing to its noted purity and freshness. With a scent reminiscent of green apple and Meyer lemon - the palate articulates an enchanting interlude of mineral, delicate citrus, and floral notes, resulting in a well-defined, crisp finish.
Aged to perfection, the Malandes Chablis 2022 illuminates a sophisticated palate and is a brilliant complement to seafood and mild, creamy cheeses. This outstanding wine stunningly encapsulates classic Chablis character, seamlessly blending depth, mineral intensity, and sublime fruit.
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Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)
The 2022 Beaune Teurons 1er Cru is fully de-stemmed for the first time. This leans more towards red fruit on the nose, though maybe because of the lack of stems, it doesn't quite have the personality or freshness as the Tuvilains. The palate is well-balanced with lively red fruit and good depth, and the 35% new oak neatly integrated with fine depth on the finish. I feel it will improve with time in bottle.In Bond£350.00 -
Immerse yourself in the aromatic world of Nicolas Faire Bourgogne Aligoté La Corvée de Bully 2022, a captivating white wine hailing from the heart of Burgundy's prestigious terroir. As a distinguished disciple of Aligoté, this wine is crafted by Nicolas Faure, an illustrious winegrower who focuses on authentically expressing the region's unique character in every bottle. Cultivated from 60-year-old vines, the grapes undergoes a meticulous vinification process using open barrels, displaying a unique equilibrium of freshness and complexity in its final palette.
Each sip offers a symphony of crisp green apple, pear, and hints of fresh minerality, seamlessly blending with a salted-butter finish. This natural, biodynamic wine, characterised by its low intervention philosophy, is a testament to Faure's unwavering commitment to sustainable viticulture. The Nicolas Faure Bourgogne Aligoté La Corvée de Bully 2022, with its soulful terroir expression, will prove a compelling addition to any discerning oenophile's collection.
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Wine Advocate (91)
Piuze's new 2022 Chablis La Butte "O" comes from the lieu-dit Butteaux but outside the confines of the premier cru. It's an attractive effort redolent of pear, toasted nuts, bee pollen, white flowers and youthful reduction. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with racy acids and a long mineral finish, it's a fine addition to the range.In Bond£391.00 -
Wine Advocate (91)
Piuze's new 2022 Chablis La Butte "O" comes from the lieu-dit Butteaux but outside the confines of the premier cru. It's an attractive effort redolent of pear, toasted nuts, bee pollen, white flowers and youthful reduction. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with racy acids and a long mineral finish, it's a fine addition to the range.In Bond£408.00 -
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Hailing from the illustrious vineyards in Beaune, Burgundy, Pierre Girardin Beaune 1er Cru Les Epenottes 2022 strikes a masterful balance of elegance and intensity. Renowned winemaker Pierre Girardin meticulously employs traditional vinification methods, statured by 19 months aging in French oak barrels, to craft this red gem. The Girardin family, entrenched in the wine business since the 12th century, has leveraged generations of knowledge to produce this sophisticated Pinot Noir. The terroir, with its limestone-clay soils, blesses the wine with remarkable minerality and complexity. Expect explosions of dark cherry, red fruits, and structured tannin on the palate. Notes of cool spice and forest floor linger to frame a lingering finish. A testament to the dynamic expression of the Côte de Beaune, Pierre Girardin Beaune 1er Cru Les Epenottes 2022 is a wine that promises unparalleled pleasure for the discerning connoisseur.
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The Remi Jobard Bourgogne Aligote 2022 is an exquisite French wine, crafted in the prestigious vineyards of Bourgogne (Burgundy). Immaculately produced by gifted winemaker, Remi Jobard, an artisan renowned for his deep respect of organic viticulture, this wine is a true testament to his innovation and commitment to ecological practices. Predominantly hand-harvested, it undergoes a stringent ageing process in oak barrels which unlock profound, multi-layered flavours whilst retaining the quintessential freshness of Aligote. This results in a wine brimming with invigorating citrus nuances, punctuated by subtle minerality that complements its buoyant acidity. With its expressive bouquet and lingering finish, the Remi Jobard Bourgogne Aligote 2022 brims with authentic Gallic charm, making it an impeccable choice for discerning wine connoisseurs. An unforgettable masterstroke of viticulture, this creation is a testament to the remarkable legacy of Remi Jobard, setting new standards in the revered terroirs of Bourgogne.
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Indulge in the exquisite Remi Jobard Bourgogne Aligote En Busigny Vieilles Vignes 2022, where luscious notes of apple and lemon fuse together, harmonised by a subtly crisp minerality. This sensory masterpiece is the creation of Remi Jobard, an esteemed winemaker with deep roots in the prestigious Meursault region of Burgundy, France. He diligently cultivates vines, some over 50 years old, employing biodynamic practices to enhance the wine’s vibrant clarity and ethereal complexity.
The winemaking process embodies rich tradition, with hand-harvested grapes given a gentle pressing before fermentation takes hold in wooden casks. This meticulously controlled process yields a yield a wine resplendent in its balance, delivering a whisper of savoury notes to complement its alluring fruitiness. Each sip of Remi Jobard Bourgogne Aligote En Busigny Vieilles Vignes 2022 epitomises the allure of premium French viticulture, promising an engaging journey of the senses that discerning palates will gravitate towards.
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
A light crimson ruby colour. The nose is quite refined as well, with a fresh crunchy red fruit, not too much body but more of a linear intensity, and certainly very persistent. Very well balanced. Drink from 2028-2034.In Bond£295.00 -
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Vinous (93-95)
The 2022 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru comes from two parcels (one in Haut Chapelot near Raveneau and the other in Montée de Tonnerre lieu-dit). The strict nose has crushed stone scents, hints of damp moss and sea cave. Very fine delineation. The palate has a penetrating entry with another killer line of acidity. It is tensile and steely with serious weight towards the grippy finish. Very sustained, this is a brilliant Montée de Tonnerre.In Bond£285.00 -
Decanter (93)
Appealing already, warm and with a sunny disposition on the palate, there is plenty of driving acidity to balance. Billaud explains that the white clay gives more power. Plenty of tension here. Will age. Not at all overripe. A fine example of Montmains with the vines averaging 35 years old. No barrels.In Bond£245.00 -
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Decanter (95)
A special bottling from vines more than 90 years old: a vineyard marked by a high proportion of stones and old rootstock. Although it ages as well as Montée de Tonnerre, Billaud's Séchet will finish in a different place. Matured only in stainless steel for 18 months on lees with one racking, it's really very classy and long. A great combination of pear fruit, touch of sunny peach on the palate with abundant minerality to finish.In Bond£275.00 -
Decanter (92)
Pretty forceful, direct acidity here. Classic Chablis style. Will age. Comes from two plots situated on the left bank of the Serein, with one positioned below Montée de Tonnerre. They are fermented and kept separate before blending. Mostly hand-harvested.In Bond£135.00
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