2014
2014
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Burgundy | 8 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£1,117.24 |
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Vinous (92-94)(from a 1959 planting in the lieu-dit Clos de la Roche): Medium red. Sexy perfume of raspberry, rose petal and truffley underbrush. Utterly silky and seamless in the mouth but not yet expressing itself; not a powerhouse but boasts lovely intensity to its lightly saline flavors of raspberry, cherry and dried rose. This tactile, suavely tannic wine is all about finesse today, but time in bottle should bring more weight. |
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Burgundy | 7 | - |
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£1,222.84 |
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The David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2014 hails from the acclaimed winemaking region of Burgundy, France. Produced by the esteemed winemaker David Duband, this selection originates from a parcel of venerable 50-year-old vines, ensuring an exceptional richness. Crafted with minimal handling, the grapes have been handpicked, fermented with natural yeasts, and matured in fine grain French oak barrels enhancing the wine's profound complexities and flavours. This wine showcases an elegant balance of robust tannins, expressive fruit characteristics, and a legacy of vibrant, spicy complexity. Experience opulent raspberry, morello cherry, and a subtle undernote of wild herbs. The finish offers multiple layers of delicate minerality and impressive length. Impeccably balanced and vivacious, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2014 epitomises the rich terroir and winemaking brilliance of its renowned lineage, making it a compelling addition for any serious wine collector or enthusiast. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£1,469.09 |
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Vinous (92-94)(from a crop level of 28. 5 hectoliters per hectare, according to Duband): Bright, dark red. Subtle, airy aromas of dark berries, rose petal and licorice. Spicy, firm-edged and tight; leaner and more imploded than the Charmes-Chambertin but already shows superb intensity and inner-mouth aromatic lift. Most impressive today on the rising, suavely tannic finish, which tickles the taste buds with raspberry and rose petal perfume. A very classy grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
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£763.49 |
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Immerse yourself in the timeless sophistication of David Duband Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Les Broc 2014, a wine that is an embodiment of the harmonious symphony of the French vineyard. Conceived in Burgundy, the delicate production process starts with grapes meticulously grown on the illustrious hillsides of Morey Saint Denis. David Duband, a celebrated winemaker, personally supervises the progress from the vine to the bottle, allowing a true expression of the terroir. Ripe fruit is expertly blended with integrated tannins and a mature finish, resulting in a complex bouquet of black cherry and subtle spices, and a wine that invites contemplation. Experience the elegant complexity of Old World winemaking personified by David Duband Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Les Broc 2014. Each sip is a testament to centuries of winemaking tradition, immaculate precision and ardent passion. Savour the legacy, taste exquisite craftsmanship. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88-91 (VN) |
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£880.87 |
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Vinous (88-91)(70% vendange entier): Bright red. Musky blackberry and spice aromas hint at a medicinal reserve. Concentrated but tight and backward, displaying dark fruit and underbrush flavors accented by a peppery quality. Tough going today but has the intensity and backbone to blossom in bottle. This holding, which was formerly part of the Truchot estate, comprises 1. 2 hectares, with the vines ranging in age from 25 to 80 years old. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£932.98 |
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Experience elegance in a bottle with the 'David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Thorey 2014'. This esteemed vintage emanates from the landscapes of Burgundy, France, where vintner David Duband utilises low-intervention methods in its production. Known for his commitment to sustainable viticulture, Duband's 2014 Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Thorey has been meticulously hand-harvested and handled with utmost respect. Only native yeasts have been used in this traditionally fermented Pinot Noir, resulting in an authentic expression of the varietal. Reflecting the vineyard's distinct terroir, the 2014 vintage offers a symphony of red fruit notes, musk, and spice, balanced with soft tannins and an elegant profile. This fine wine exhibits a refined complexity that promises a remarkable tasting experience, fully capturing the essence of a storied French vineyard - indeed, a testament to David Duband's wine-making prowess. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88 (VN) |
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£836.47 |
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Vinous (88)Medium red. Cherry and smoke on the slightly rustic nose. Plump and broad on the palate, conveying a touch of sweetness to its redcurrant and soil flavors. Finishes with broad, fine-grained tannins, but a touch of bitter-edged cranberry dries the aftertaste. I tasted a suave, minerally Nuits Saint-Georges Les Procès last year from barrel, but I'm not as wild about this Pruliers from bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
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£653.09 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The 2014 Volnay 1er Cru Champans was fully destemmed this year. I like the definition here, vibrant with red cherry and redcurrant that is beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied and tightly wound. It feels quite masculine with a chalky texture finish; there is good backbone and extraction. Give this 3-4 years so that it becomes less Pommard and more Volnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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£838.84 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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£748.84 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£486.29 |
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The Domaine de la Confrerie Volnay 1er Cru Santenots 2014 is a masterful display of exquisite winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, this French domain boasts traditional techniques, perfectly capturing the terroir's distinctive charm. This prestigious Cru is a reflection of meticulous craftsmanship, featuring the Pinot Noir grape at its zenith, evoking an array of ripe strawberries, tart cherries and floral undertones, wrapped in a silken texture. Domaine de la Confrerie, famed for their minimalist intervention in the vineyard and cellar, allow the grapes to express their true character. Their fine-tuning of classic Burgundian winemaking makes this 2014 vintage a wine enviable for its poised elegance. With its artful balance between intensity and delicacy, Domaine de la Confrerie Volnay 1er Cru Santenots 2014 is a testament to the pedigree and tradition of this renowned winemaking family, proving iconic wines are born of legendary terroirs. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£1,318.87 |
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Vinous (91-93)Medium ruby. Black cherry, licorice and crushed stone on the nose, complicated by a smoky nuance. Lusher and broader than the Bressandes but nicely delineated as well, delivering a burst of black cherry fruit. Finishes firmly tannic, focused and subtly long, with terrific energy. A very graceful Corton grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 92+ (VN) |
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£2,685.20 |
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Vinous (92+)Bright medium red. Wild perfume of strawberry, raspberry, pepper, caramel and earth. Lovely precision and lift to the tangy raspberry, cherry and spice flavors complicated by saline minerality. Quite tight today, showing a restrained sweetness. Finishes with firm-edged, slightly tough tannins and excellent length. A very good vintage for this grand cru blend. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£4,739.60 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Lightish garnet. Like the Richebourg, there is an initial sweetness here. Smells so cool and delicately fragrant. Then on the palate, there is real power, the tannins holding everything in tightly as on the Grands Échezeaux but here the acidity spills around the edges and lifts it to terrific intensity on the palate. Firm, chalky texture but still fluid. Long and so refined that the power is disguised. In the empty glass, there is a return to fruit sweetness, showing the complexity and range in this wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£20,422.40 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Light to mid garnet. Deeply fruited on the nose, with the promise of both fragrance and superb freshness. A definite herbal/stemmy character on the surface, then along with that an unexpected floral note and a hint of red cherry sweetness. Gloriously fine in texture, layer upon layer of finesse so that it changes back and forth in the glass and builds to complexity and incredible length. As I imagine graphene: immensely fine but with great internal strength. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£4,372.40 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£12,342.02 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£18,018.04 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 90 (VN) |
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£937.24 |
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Vinous (90)Medium red. Strawberry liqueur, dried rose and peppery herbs on the nose. Silky in texture but a bit backward and medicinal, even rustic, offering cranberry, spice and herb flavors and a slight peppery greenness. I find this a bit herbal and shallow for grand cru. Needs time but will it blossom and fill out? Nicely delineated and aromatic but lacks the depth and full ripeness of the best wines here in 2014. This parcel located just below Chambertin is part of Faiveley's acquisition of Domaine Dupont-Tisserandot in late 2013. |
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Burgundy | 7 | 90+ (VN) |
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£614.44 |
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Vinous (90+)Good full red. Scented aromas of blackberry, cassis, licorice, menthol and herbs (some stems were used here) are rather cool for the year and a bit forbidding. Supple on entry, then quite tight in the middle palate, with dark berry, crushed cherry, spice and menthol flavors leading to a firmly tannic, slightly dusty finish. Showing little obvious sweetness today, this youthfully tough wine is in need of patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£2,280.80 |
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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. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£13,748.42 |
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Vinous (92)Translucent red cherry fruit and lifted aromatics make a strong first impression in the 2014 Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Allots. Beams of supporting tannin and a burst of saline-infused energy give the 2014 its shape. The 2014 is clearly still recovering from its bottling. Still, the wine's focus is admirable. In many ways, the Aux Allots encapsulates the nervous yet precise, sinewy personality of the year. Next to the other village-level wines the Aux Allots is a bit compact. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£1,659.64 |
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Vinous (93+)Palish medium red. Ripe, musky aromas of redcurrant, plum, smoke, dried flowers and earth. Fat and sweet on entry, then a bit more clenched in the middle, conveying terrific depth to the flavors of cherry, redcurrant and crushed rock. This distinctly salty, soil-driven 2014 finishes with fine-grained tannins and terrific mounting length. Chapelle's warmer terroir often outperforms in cooler vintages. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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£796.84 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2014 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru includes around 35% whole bunch fruit and around 60% new oak. It has an open, quite transparent bouquet with mineral-tinged black fruit, a hint of Seville orange marmalade lurking in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannin that lends this Bonnes-Mares good backbone and a little more masculinity than previous vintages. I like the density here, but it just needs to flow a little more towards the strict, linear finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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£925.27 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red. Pungent perfume of red cherry, raspberry, spicy oak and leather. A juicy, slightly tart midweight with a hint of leathery rusticity but also decent suppleness to its red berry and game flavors. Finishes with dusty tannins and firm-edged cranberry and pomegranate notes. Just a touch herbal in the style of this cooler year but with no shortage of texture. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 91+ (VN) |
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£1,593.67 |
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Vinous (91+)Good full medium red. Musky dark raspberry, strawberry, underbrush and crushed rock on the nose, plus hints of pepper, leather and spicy oak. Dense, juicy and penetrating but not at all hard, with strong smoky limestone minerality carrying through to a very long, saline aftertaste featuring serious ripe tannins that turned a bit edgy with air. The wine's saline element is nicely supported by its wild red berry fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£1,514.44 |
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Vinous (91-93)(only 40% vendange entier, as with the Charmes-Chambertin): Full ruby-red. Vibrant aromas and flavors of blackberry, violet, licorice pastille, bitter chocolate and wild mint. Boasts compelling sweetness and texture, not to mention inner-mouth tension. Finishes with surprisingly sweet tannins and distinct minerality. Dugat noted that this wine started off hard but that the racking brought much more refinement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£605.05 |
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Vinous (93)Dujac’s 2014 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes is simply wonderful. For some reason, I don’t buy the Combottes regularly. Tasting this bottle makes me wonder why. Lifted, perfumed and sensual, with striking layers of dimension, the Combottes does what only Pinot can do, and that is convey richness without weight. Captivating and so inviting, the 2014 is fabulous on this night. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£2,155.24 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru from Dujac was one of the talking points of the tasting. It performed extremely well compared to its peers (note that this is a domaine bottling and not Dujac Fils & Père). It has quite an intense bouquet with signs of some whole bunch addition but backed with plenty of dark red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with good body and substance, well-judged acidity, perhaps with the whole bunch defining the wine more than the terroir at this early juncture, although that will not always be the case. Give this time in bottle if you want the birthplace of this wine to express itself. Dujac lovers should have some of this in their cellars—very, very impressive. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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£999.64 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red. Aromas of raspberry and underbrush are complicated by a musky carnal quality and a note of mocha. Offers lovely sweetness and breadth for a 2014 village wine, with brown spices dominating the middle palate. Has the stuffing to buffer its tannins, finishing with very good spicy length. |
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Burgundy | 8 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£915.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)(from a 1959 planting in the lieu-dit Clos de la Roche): Medium red. Sexy perfume of raspberry, rose petal and truffley underbrush. Utterly silky and seamless in the mouth but not yet expressing itself; not a powerhouse but boasts lovely intensity to its lightly saline flavors of raspberry, cherry and dried rose. This tactile, suavely tannic wine is all about finesse today, but time in bottle should bring more weight. |
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Burgundy | 7 | - |
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£1,003.00 |
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The David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2014 hails from the acclaimed winemaking region of Burgundy, France. Produced by the esteemed winemaker David Duband, this selection originates from a parcel of venerable 50-year-old vines, ensuring an exceptional richness. Crafted with minimal handling, the grapes have been handpicked, fermented with natural yeasts, and matured in fine grain French oak barrels enhancing the wine's profound complexities and flavours. This wine showcases an elegant balance of robust tannins, expressive fruit characteristics, and a legacy of vibrant, spicy complexity. Experience opulent raspberry, morello cherry, and a subtle undernote of wild herbs. The finish offers multiple layers of delicate minerality and impressive length. Impeccably balanced and vivacious, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2014 epitomises the rich terroir and winemaking brilliance of its renowned lineage, making it a compelling addition for any serious wine collector or enthusiast. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£1,205.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)(from a crop level of 28. 5 hectoliters per hectare, according to Duband): Bright, dark red. Subtle, airy aromas of dark berries, rose petal and licorice. Spicy, firm-edged and tight; leaner and more imploded than the Charmes-Chambertin but already shows superb intensity and inner-mouth aromatic lift. Most impressive today on the rising, suavely tannic finish, which tickles the taste buds with raspberry and rose petal perfume. A very classy grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
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£617.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the timeless sophistication of David Duband Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Les Broc 2014, a wine that is an embodiment of the harmonious symphony of the French vineyard. Conceived in Burgundy, the delicate production process starts with grapes meticulously grown on the illustrious hillsides of Morey Saint Denis. David Duband, a celebrated winemaker, personally supervises the progress from the vine to the bottle, allowing a true expression of the terroir. Ripe fruit is expertly blended with integrated tannins and a mature finish, resulting in a complex bouquet of black cherry and subtle spices, and a wine that invites contemplation. Experience the elegant complexity of Old World winemaking personified by David Duband Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Les Broc 2014. Each sip is a testament to centuries of winemaking tradition, immaculate precision and ardent passion. Savour the legacy, taste exquisite craftsmanship. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88-91 (VN) |
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£702.00 |
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Vinous (88-91)(70% vendange entier): Bright red. Musky blackberry and spice aromas hint at a medicinal reserve. Concentrated but tight and backward, displaying dark fruit and underbrush flavors accented by a peppery quality. Tough going today but has the intensity and backbone to blossom in bottle. This holding, which was formerly part of the Truchot estate, comprises 1. 2 hectares, with the vines ranging in age from 25 to 80 years old. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£739.00 |
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Experience elegance in a bottle with the 'David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Thorey 2014'. This esteemed vintage emanates from the landscapes of Burgundy, France, where vintner David Duband utilises low-intervention methods in its production. Known for his commitment to sustainable viticulture, Duband's 2014 Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Thorey has been meticulously hand-harvested and handled with utmost respect. Only native yeasts have been used in this traditionally fermented Pinot Noir, resulting in an authentic expression of the varietal. Reflecting the vineyard's distinct terroir, the 2014 vintage offers a symphony of red fruit notes, musk, and spice, balanced with soft tannins and an elegant profile. This fine wine exhibits a refined complexity that promises a remarkable tasting experience, fully capturing the essence of a storied French vineyard - indeed, a testament to David Duband's wine-making prowess. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88 (VN) |
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£665.00 |
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Vinous (88)Medium red. Cherry and smoke on the slightly rustic nose. Plump and broad on the palate, conveying a touch of sweetness to its redcurrant and soil flavors. Finishes with broad, fine-grained tannins, but a touch of bitter-edged cranberry dries the aftertaste. I tasted a suave, minerally Nuits Saint-Georges Les Procès last year from barrel, but I'm not as wild about this Pruliers from bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
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£525.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The 2014 Volnay 1er Cru Champans was fully destemmed this year. I like the definition here, vibrant with red cherry and redcurrant that is beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied and tightly wound. It feels quite masculine with a chalky texture finish; there is good backbone and extraction. Give this 3-4 years so that it becomes less Pommard and more Volnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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£683.00 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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£608.00 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£386.00 |
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The Domaine de la Confrerie Volnay 1er Cru Santenots 2014 is a masterful display of exquisite winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, this French domain boasts traditional techniques, perfectly capturing the terroir's distinctive charm. This prestigious Cru is a reflection of meticulous craftsmanship, featuring the Pinot Noir grape at its zenith, evoking an array of ripe strawberries, tart cherries and floral undertones, wrapped in a silken texture. Domaine de la Confrerie, famed for their minimalist intervention in the vineyard and cellar, allow the grapes to express their true character. Their fine-tuning of classic Burgundian winemaking makes this 2014 vintage a wine enviable for its poised elegance. With its artful balance between intensity and delicacy, Domaine de la Confrerie Volnay 1er Cru Santenots 2014 is a testament to the pedigree and tradition of this renowned winemaking family, proving iconic wines are born of legendary terroirs. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£1,067.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)Medium ruby. Black cherry, licorice and crushed stone on the nose, complicated by a smoky nuance. Lusher and broader than the Bressandes but nicely delineated as well, delivering a burst of black cherry fruit. Finishes firmly tannic, focused and subtly long, with terrific energy. A very graceful Corton grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 92+ (VN) |
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£2,235.00 |
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Vinous (92+)Bright medium red. Wild perfume of strawberry, raspberry, pepper, caramel and earth. Lovely precision and lift to the tangy raspberry, cherry and spice flavors complicated by saline minerality. Quite tight today, showing a restrained sweetness. Finishes with firm-edged, slightly tough tannins and excellent length. A very good vintage for this grand cru blend. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£3,947.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Lightish garnet. Like the Richebourg, there is an initial sweetness here. Smells so cool and delicately fragrant. Then on the palate, there is real power, the tannins holding everything in tightly as on the Grands Échezeaux but here the acidity spills around the edges and lifts it to terrific intensity on the palate. Firm, chalky texture but still fluid. Long and so refined that the power is disguised. In the empty glass, there is a return to fruit sweetness, showing the complexity and range in this wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£17,016.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Light to mid garnet. Deeply fruited on the nose, with the promise of both fragrance and superb freshness. A definite herbal/stemmy character on the surface, then along with that an unexpected floral note and a hint of red cherry sweetness. Gloriously fine in texture, layer upon layer of finesse so that it changes back and forth in the glass and builds to complexity and incredible length. As I imagine graphene: immensely fine but with great internal strength. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£3,641.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£10,277.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£14,999.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru was picked on 21, 22 and 23 September cropped at 31.6 hectoliters per hectare. Now this has a distinctly earthy bouquet, one that leads you into the dark woods. Yes, there is plenty of vivacious red berry fruit, here augmented with something autumnal, brown leaves on an October morning, moss and tree bark. Then with continued aeration, these shift away and are replaced by pure floral aromas. The palate is very precise on the entry with a touch of orange rind and mandarin complementing the crushed strawberry and raspberry fruit; there is a touch of spiciness towards the finish that exerts a gentle, yet insistent grip à la Richebourg. The persistence here is very impressive and it just seems to blossom in the glass until you have utterly succumbed to its charms. 1,756 cases produced. Tasted February 2017. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 90 (VN) |
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£765.00 |
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Vinous (90)Medium red. Strawberry liqueur, dried rose and peppery herbs on the nose. Silky in texture but a bit backward and medicinal, even rustic, offering cranberry, spice and herb flavors and a slight peppery greenness. I find this a bit herbal and shallow for grand cru. Needs time but will it blossom and fill out? Nicely delineated and aromatic but lacks the depth and full ripeness of the best wines here in 2014. This parcel located just below Chambertin is part of Faiveley's acquisition of Domaine Dupont-Tisserandot in late 2013. |
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Burgundy | 7 | 90+ (VN) |
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£496.00 |
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Vinous (90+)Good full red. Scented aromas of blackberry, cassis, licorice, menthol and herbs (some stems were used here) are rather cool for the year and a bit forbidding. Supple on entry, then quite tight in the middle palate, with dark berry, crushed cherry, spice and menthol flavors leading to a firmly tannic, slightly dusty finish. Showing little obvious sweetness today, this youthfully tough wine is in need of patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£1,898.00 |
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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. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£11,449.00 |
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Vinous (92)Translucent red cherry fruit and lifted aromatics make a strong first impression in the 2014 Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Allots. Beams of supporting tannin and a burst of saline-infused energy give the 2014 its shape. The 2014 is clearly still recovering from its bottling. Still, the wine's focus is admirable. In many ways, the Aux Allots encapsulates the nervous yet precise, sinewy personality of the year. Next to the other village-level wines the Aux Allots is a bit compact. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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Vinous (93+)Palish medium red. Ripe, musky aromas of redcurrant, plum, smoke, dried flowers and earth. Fat and sweet on entry, then a bit more clenched in the middle, conveying terrific depth to the flavors of cherry, redcurrant and crushed rock. This distinctly salty, soil-driven 2014 finishes with fine-grained tannins and terrific mounting length. Chapelle's warmer terroir often outperforms in cooler vintages. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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£648.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2014 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru includes around 35% whole bunch fruit and around 60% new oak. It has an open, quite transparent bouquet with mineral-tinged black fruit, a hint of Seville orange marmalade lurking in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannin that lends this Bonnes-Mares good backbone and a little more masculinity than previous vintages. I like the density here, but it just needs to flow a little more towards the strict, linear finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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£739.00 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red. Pungent perfume of red cherry, raspberry, spicy oak and leather. A juicy, slightly tart midweight with a hint of leathery rusticity but also decent suppleness to its red berry and game flavors. Finishes with dusty tannins and firm-edged cranberry and pomegranate notes. Just a touch herbal in the style of this cooler year but with no shortage of texture. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 91+ (VN) |
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£1,296.00 |
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Vinous (91+)Good full medium red. Musky dark raspberry, strawberry, underbrush and crushed rock on the nose, plus hints of pepper, leather and spicy oak. Dense, juicy and penetrating but not at all hard, with strong smoky limestone minerality carrying through to a very long, saline aftertaste featuring serious ripe tannins that turned a bit edgy with air. The wine's saline element is nicely supported by its wild red berry fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£1,246.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)(only 40% vendange entier, as with the Charmes-Chambertin): Full ruby-red. Vibrant aromas and flavors of blackberry, violet, licorice pastille, bitter chocolate and wild mint. Boasts compelling sweetness and texture, not to mention inner-mouth tension. Finishes with surprisingly sweet tannins and distinct minerality. Dugat noted that this wine started off hard but that the racking brought much more refinement. |
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£501.00 |
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Vinous (93)Dujac’s 2014 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes is simply wonderful. For some reason, I don’t buy the Combottes regularly. Tasting this bottle makes me wonder why. Lifted, perfumed and sensual, with striking layers of dimension, the Combottes does what only Pinot can do, and that is convey richness without weight. Captivating and so inviting, the 2014 is fabulous on this night. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£1,780.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru from Dujac was one of the talking points of the tasting. It performed extremely well compared to its peers (note that this is a domaine bottling and not Dujac Fils & Père). It has quite an intense bouquet with signs of some whole bunch addition but backed with plenty of dark red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with good body and substance, well-judged acidity, perhaps with the whole bunch defining the wine more than the terroir at this early juncture, although that will not always be the case. Give this time in bottle if you want the birthplace of this wine to express itself. Dujac lovers should have some of this in their cellars—very, very impressive. Tasted September 2017. |
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£817.00 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red. Aromas of raspberry and underbrush are complicated by a musky carnal quality and a note of mocha. Offers lovely sweetness and breadth for a 2014 village wine, with brown spices dominating the middle palate. Has the stuffing to buffer its tannins, finishing with very good spicy length. |
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The 2014 vintage in Burgundy has been rung in with a great deal of local optimism and excitement. After three successive vintages of incredibly low yield and quantities, the growers of the Cote de Nuits were ready to welcome an easy vintage and the chance to make a bit more wine. Easy seemed to be the word on everyone's lips as the growing season presented few climatic challenges and viticultural decisions were by and large straightforward.
Tasting the wines from barrel, we quickly learned that the reds were easy to taste, forward and classical, while the whites were truly remarkable. More than one winemaker came forward to declare that 2014 saw the best white wines in a lifetime. Good levels of acidity kept the bundles of ripe fruit lovely, while the overall character of the vintage was in such good balance that the wines will be approachable from a relatively young age, while the best will age very well indeed.
In general the Cote de Nuits fared a bit better than the Cote de Beaune by virtue of having escaped the savage hail which effected the latter. As much as the hail devastated yields, it fortunately did not impact on quality and many producers managed to make some truly exceptional wines with great forward fruit and firm structure.
Overall this is a vintage with a lot to offer and for Burgundy lovers, it is one to celebrate. Each appellaton was true to style and the winemakers had room to impart their own subtle influence on the finish product. Freshness, flavour and verve are the keyword this year and they come together in bundles.
