Hailing from the prestigious Burgundy region, D'Auvenay Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 is an extraordinary manifestation of winemaker Lalou Bize-Leroy’s impeccable skill. This exceptional wine is produced in small quantities, venerating the nuanced craft of winemaking.

This exquisite wine, sourced exclusively from the Bonnes-Mares vineyard, captures the traditional French terroir from which it originates. The hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes experience an extended maceration to capture their intense aromatic depth.

In the glass, D'Auvenay Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 conveys a deep ruby hue, hinting at its complexity. Possessing an ethereal bouquet of dark cherries, wild berries, and intricate spices, it unfurls on the palate, revealing vibrant layers of depth and a lingering finish.

Such elegance and finesse encapsulate the renowned D'Auvenay estate’s unswerving pursuit of perfection, making D'Auvenay Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 a truly captivating addition to any discerning wine collector’s cellar.

Immerse in the opulent pleasure brought by the Daniel Moine-Hudelot Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2005; a paragon of prestigious Burgundy wines. Produced in the distinguished terroir of the Côte de Nuits by Daniel Moine-Hudelot, a renowned wine-maker who solitarily ensures every detail from crushing to fermentation. The vines' privileged position on an east-facing slope yields superior sun exposure, enhancing quality and complexities. The aged Pinot Noir grapes proffer profound aromas of red and black forest fruits, clove spice, and earthy undertones.

This deep ruby elixir exhibits a rich, full-bodied palate underpinned by silky tannins and a fresh, integrated acidity, extending into an enduring finish. A 2005 vintage sees well-developed aged character, offering an exceptional savoir-faire. They truly manifest the Moine-Hudelot's commitment to traditional, minimalist viticulture and vinification practices. Select the Daniel Moine-Hudelot Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2005 to gratify your quest for an impeccable fine wine experience.

Wine Advocate (97)

The 2014 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has a fragrant, floral bouquet with touches of blueberry, violet, wet limestone and effervescent blood orange. There is simply wonderful delineation here. The palate is very well structured, linear and strict in accordance with the vintage, driving acidity here maintaining the freshness with superb minerality on the finish. Oh yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.

Wine Advocate (90-92)

From the domaine’s 1.5-hectares, the usual 20 barrels was reduced to half for the 2012 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru. It has an opulent, vivacious bouquet with small dark cherries, blueberry and creme de cassis that is deliriously gorgeous. The palate is sweet on the entry with fleshy boysenberry and bilberry fruit. There is good presence and length here, although it needs just a touch more nuance on the finish. Always a solid performed, this comes recommended.

Jancis Robinson (18)

Quite deep crimson. Pretty damned dramatic on the nose! Very charmingly fruity and rich. There’s no doubt about this wine’s grand cru status. So sweet and smooth! But with spice underneath and real persistence. Very long and satisfying.

Vinous (94-96)

The 2018 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru contains 30% whole clusters. It has a perfumed bouquet of blackberry, hints of cassis, crushed violet and touches of potpourri, very well defined and focused and delivering the intensity one expects from this growing season. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins and just the right amount of acidity. Wonderful harmony and composure here, gently unfolding toward a satin-textured finish that lingers long in the mouth. Bon vin!

Vinous (93)

The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru was cropped at just 20-22hl/ha due to the dryness. Today this is similar on the nose to the sample I encountered in London, though perhaps there is a small reduction at play. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine depth and plenty of mineralité; the 30% whole bunch imparts a pleasant pepperiness on the finish. Quite a cerebral Bonnes-Mares this, not flamboyant, but there is real complexity here.

Vinous (93)

The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru was cropped at just 20-22hl/ha due to the dryness. Today this is similar on the nose to the sample I encountered in London, though perhaps there is a small reduction at play. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine depth and plenty of mineralité; the 30% whole bunch imparts a pleasant pepperiness on the finish. Quite a cerebral Bonnes-Mares this, not flamboyant, but there is real complexity here.

Vinous (95-97)

The 2020 Musigny Grand Cru includes 40% whole bunch and was matured entirely in new oak. With intensity on the nose, this is more floral than the Clos-de-Bèze, touches of violet infusing the red fruit alongside light aniseed aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very harmonious with impressive weight and an irresistible silky texture on the persistent finish. Beautiful. Just one barrel was produced this year due to millerandage and then stress.

Vinous (95-97)

The 2020 Musigny Grand Cru includes 40% whole bunch and was matured entirely in new oak. With intensity on the nose, this is more floral than the Clos-de-Bèze, touches of violet infusing the red fruit alongside light aniseed aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very harmonious with impressive weight and an irresistible silky texture on the persistent finish. Beautiful. Just one barrel was produced this year due to millerandage and then stress.

Vinous (93-95)

The 2021 Musigny Grand Cru comprises one barrel, moved from a new to a used one after racking as they felt the oak influence was too strong. That was a clever decision as the oak is deftly interwoven on the nose and allowing the noble terroir to come through. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, very harmonious with touches of orange rind and cedar towards the finish. Very fine, though the Clos-de-Bèze might be the long distance runner.