2015
2015
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(6x75cl) 2015Exquisite and expressive, the Philippe Pacalet Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers 2015 is a stellar example of superior Burgundian craftsmanship. Crafted by renowned winemaker Philippe Pacalet, this wine harmoniously unites Pinot Noir grapes matured on the celebrated 'Les Sentiers' vineyard slopes within Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy. Pacalet's biodynamic methodology pays tribute to the grand terroir, endowing the wine with a unique, true-to-earth character.
The 2015 vintage reveals sumptuous layers of ripe cherries, roses, and blackcurrants, underpinned by a subtly textured minerality. Elegant and beautifully balanced, this wine gracefully asserts the exceptional quality of its pedigree with refined tannins and a protracted, engaging finish. The Philippe Pacalet Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers 2015 is a resplendent testament to the charm of Burgundy – a charismatic masterpiece just beginning to unveil its astonishing potential.
Inc. VAT£1,650.80 -
Discover the elegant character and robust temperament of Philippe Pacalet Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Perriere 2015. Produced by the reputable French winemaker, Philippe Pacalet, this burgundy is the quintessence of vinicultural finesse. Cultivated in the region of Gevrey-Chambertin in the heart of Burgundy, it is composed entirely from Pinot Noir grapes. The 'Perriere' vineyard, known for its limestone-rich soil, bestows the wine an evident mineral charm. After hand harvesting, Pacalet used natural yeasts for the fermentation and avoided additives, adhering to his biodynamic principles. Maturation occurred in aged barrels, allowing the wine to develop improved stability and depth. The 2015 vintage impresses with its dense, rich structure, opulent black fruit notes and enticing spicy undertones. On the palate, it exhibits an exciting energy and appealing concentration, displaying a characteristic tension between power and finesse. A true testament to Pacalet's innovative approach to winemaking, Philippe Pacalet Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Perriere 2015 is an extraordinary wine experience.
Inc. VAT£224.93 -
(12x75cl) 2015Vinous (89+)
Good medium red. Raspberry, strawberry and spice aromas were initially a bit dulled by oak, but aeration brought some of the floral high notes shown by the other Pacalet '15s. Then juicy, spicy and herbal on the palate, showing modest flesh and restrained sweetness and a youthfully medicinal quality. A distinctly peppery, dry Nuits-Saint-Georges with a firm dusting of tannins and good length. A bit austere in the context of this collection but with no shortage of cherry and dark berry intensity. This needs a good three or four more years of cellaring.Inc. VAT£1,955.04 -
(6x150cl) 2015Vinous (89+)
Good medium red. Raspberry, strawberry and spice aromas were initially a bit dulled by oak, but aeration brought some of the floral high notes shown by the other Pacalet '15s. Then juicy, spicy and herbal on the palate, showing modest flesh and restrained sweetness and a youthfully medicinal quality. A distinctly peppery, dry Nuits-Saint-Georges with a firm dusting of tannins and good length. A bit austere in the context of this collection but with no shortage of cherry and dark berry intensity. This needs a good three or four more years of cellaring.Inc. VAT£2,218.01 -
Vinous (88)
Dullish medium red. Lovely spicy lift to the aromas of red berries and menthol. Juicy and energetic, offering good cut to the flavors of red fruits, spices and peppery herbs. As much a whole-cluster wine as a Nuits-Saint-Georges but juicy and fun to drink, and with no shortage of texture or material. Finishes with nicely buffered dusty tannins and lovely floral persistence. Very refreshing wine.Inc. VAT£144.53 -
(12x75cl) 2015The Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015 is an enticing concoction crafted diligently in the Meursault appellation within the celebrated Burgundy wine region of France. Produced by Pierre Boisson, a prodigious winemaker from the esteemed Boisson-Vadot family, this sophisticated white wine reflects their diligent and meticulous viticulture practices. Boisson works his vineyards traditionally, using organic methods and tillage.
This 2015 vintage, matured in oak barrels, is a remarkable expression of Chardonnay, offering a robust yet balanced character. Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015 delights the palate with a rich bouquet of white peach, citrus, and toasted brioche, harmonised with well-integrated oak. A palpable minerality underscores fragrant notes, evoking the chalky soils of the vineyard.
This wine's complexity, coupled with the dedication of a skilled vintner, manifests in the Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015's extraordinary depth and nuanced finish. A collectible treasure for the discerning palate, this wine exemplifies fine Burgundy tradition.
Inc. VAT£1,399.00 -
Welcome to the elevated world of the Pierre Bouree Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Chaignots 2015. This exemplary wine, produced by the highly esteemed Pierre Bouree, is a reminiscent of the renowned Burgundy region in France where it is meticulously crafted. The vineyard is situated on slopes that enrich the terroir, imparting a unique complexity to the wine. Hand-harvested grapes, after careful selection, undergo a traditional vinification process in oak barrels to develop an exquisite flavour profile.
Exuding a robust profile with intricate hints of ripe red fruits, spice and earthy undertones, this wine is all about elegance and balance. It captures attention with a superbly structured palate that couples perfectly with its long, satisfying finish. With exceptional ageing potential, the Pierre Bouree Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Chaignots 2015 brings the best of Burgundy to your glass. Validating over two centuries of wine-making heritage, it promises to be an unmissable addition for discerning wine collectors.
Inc. VAT£374.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2015 Chapelle Chambertin Grand Cru has a very elegant bouquet. Usually I find Damoy's wines a little too extracted for my personal taste, although here there is admirable Pinot Noir expression. An omen for the future? The palate is medium-bodied with black pepper-tinged red berry fruit, a slight dustiness developing towards the finish, but there is respectable concentration and persistence on the finish.Inc. VAT£2,895.53 -
Inc. VAT£352.13 -
(1x75cl) 2015Vinous (96)
Pale, bright yellow. Pure, backward nose is more precise and higher pitched than the Bâtard, offering scents of tangerine zest, crushed rock and silex minerality. Boasts an uncommon combination of thickness with verve. Not heavy but incredibly opulent in the mouth, with its citrus and fresh herb flavors supported by bracing minerality. A wonderfully intense, seamless wine of terroir, and a step above the other 2015s I tasted at this address. Really superb palate-staining length.Inc. VAT£1,477.32 -
Vinous (94)
Very pale color. Very expressive aromas of pineapple, menthol, crushed stone and white flowers; more open than the Meursault Les Genevrières. Opulent, thick, tactile wine with unexpected sucrosité as well as near-painful intensity to its citrus fruit, peach and floral flavors. Sharply delineated but with plenty of baby fat to buffer its underlying minerality. Colin told me he normally prefers his Genevrières in very warm vintages like 2015, but admits that this wine is surprisingly open today. Will it shut down in bottle?Inc. VAT£1,911.14 -
(12x75cl) 2015```htmlThe Poisot Romanée Saint Vivant Grand Cru 2015 epitomises the finesse and elegance characteristic of Burgundy’s esteemed vineyards. Cultivated in the heart of the Romanée-Saint-Vivant appellation, this exquisite wine emerges from meticulously hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes, nurtured in limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive mineral complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Poisot family, renowned for their commitment to sustainable viticulture, the fermentation process is carefully controlled to preserve the wine’s delicate aromatics and vibrant structure. Aged for eighteen months in French oak barrels, the Grand Cru 2015 reveals layers of red cherry, subtle earthiness, and a nuanced spice palette, culminating in a long, harmonious finish. This vintage exemplifies Poisot’s dedication to crafting wines of remarkable balance and depth, making it a prized addition to any connoisseur’s collection.
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Burghound (86-89)
A notably ripe yet attractively fresh nose speaks of both red and dark berries along with soft earth nuances. There is fine volume to the relatively full-bodied flavors that possess a lovely mid-plate texture before concluding in a mildly rustic and warm finish. Still, this is really quite good and worth considering as a quality option for an all-around house red.Inc. VAT£307.09 -
Decanter (97)
Voluptuous red fruits on the nose, velvety and seductive. A sleek attack, opulent and luxurious with striking depth and concentration of fruit. The firm tannins are balanced by fine acidity, and this has fabulous balance and remarkable length. It will live for decades.Inc. VAT£3,360.72 -
(6x75cl) 2015Burghound (93-95)
This too is notably ripe but even more restrained with its layered array of earthy dark berry fruit aromas and subtle spice notes. There is terrific concentration to the muscular and surprisingly sleek full-bodied flavors that are delicious and also possess excellent mid-palate density that drenches the palate in sappy dry extract that also completely buffers the robust tannic spine on the explosive, rustic and hugely long finish. This is an imposingly powerful effort that is also going to need a very long snooze in a cool cellar. Textbook Clos de Vougeot.Inc. VAT£3,209.52 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is excellent, opening in the glass with notes of golden orchard fruit, spring flowers, orange zest and hazelnut cream, gently framed by new oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a glossy attack, superb concentration and an almost chewy sense of extract, its taut structural elements asserting themselves on the grippy finish. While this is marked by the warmth of the vintage it has the necessary energy and freshness to retain its balance.Inc. VAT£391.32 -
Burghound (92-95)
A wonderfully spicy, elegant and fresh nose blends notes of red and dark cherry with those of cassis, plum, violet and discreet earth nuances. The intense and tautly muscular middle weight plus flavors are even more refined if perhaps not quite as mineral-driven while delivering superb length on the balanced but markedly austere finish where a touch of cherry pit emerges. This is also very clearly built-to-age and I wouldn't dream of touching a bottle for at least 10 years and it should easily reward 20.Inc. VAT£2,064.35 -
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2015 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Cuvée des Alouettes is deeper and more serious than the Cuvée des Grives, wafting from the glass with a lavish bouquet of ripe plum, cherry, cinnamon, licorice, rich soil and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, sappy and powerful, with a deep core of sweet fruit that conceals an ample chassis of fine-grained, chalky tannin.Inc. VAT£1,062.35 -
Wine Advocate (90)
The 2015 Morey-Saint-Denis Cuvée des Grives is very pretty this vintage, offering up lovely aromas of sweet red cherry, strawberry and peony. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, fine-grained and silky textured, with an expansive attack and notable structural amplitude. This is classic Ponsot.Inc. VAT£510.80 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (88)
The 2015 Saint-Romain Cuvée de la Mésange is very pretty, wafting from the glass with notes of honey, white flowers and orchard fruit. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a glossy attack and fresh acids, finishing with good grip. William Ponsot originated in Saint-Romain, and this bottling nods to that heritage.Inc. VAT£95.05 -
Vinous (93-95)
(two of the four barrels were new; the production here was just 25 hectoliters per hectare, according to Landanger): Bright ruby. Sexy perfume of black raspberry, minerals, brown spices, licorice pastille and underbrush. Plush, sweet and smooth, offering superb concentration, energy and balance. Utterly seamless wine with terrific inner-mouth floral lift. The wine's strong fruit blows past the firm, late-arriving tannins on the juicy, gripping, very long finish.Inc. VAT£2,852.20 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets, which is made from whole bunch fruit, has a clean and fresh, very pure bouquet that neatly disguises the stem addition. The palate is grippy, very tannic, masculine with a grainy texture, hints of bell pepper towards the huge finish that needs more flesh to balance those stems. Still, it is balanced and I am intrigued to see how this will age - this has complexity and a sense of intrigue.Inc. VAT£1,061.21 -
Vinous (91-93)
(vinified with 30% whole clusters and aged in 30% new oak; Landanger admitted to a little too much pigeage with this wine): Bright dark ruby, deeper in color than the amphora version. Totally different on the nose, where one is immediately aware of a bitter chocolate note from the oak. Then sweeter and more pliant in the mouth, with flavors of black cherry, violet and licorice. More complex and long on the aftertaste, offering an intriguing suggestion of wildness. The tannins here are serious, even a bit youthfully aggressive, and yet this sample makes the amphora version seem a bit frozen in its youth.Inc. VAT£111.59 -
Vinous (91-93)
(vinified with 30% whole clusters and aged in 30% new oak; Landanger admitted to a little too much pigeage with this wine): Bright dark ruby, deeper in color than the amphora version. Totally different on the nose, where one is immediately aware of a bitter chocolate note from the oak. Then sweeter and more pliant in the mouth, with flavors of black cherry, violet and licorice. More complex and long on the aftertaste, offering an intriguing suggestion of wildness. The tannins here are serious, even a bit youthfully aggressive, and yet this sample makes the amphora version seem a bit frozen in its youth.Inc. VAT£583.24 -
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(1x150cl) 2015Inc. VAT£1,760.81 -
(1x150cl) 2015Inc. VAT£2,265.01 -
(3x150cl) 2015Inc. VAT£6,723.04 -
(3x150cl) 2015Burghound (95)
In the same fashion as the BBM there are soft notes of wood toast and petrol that set off the ripe and overtly ripe but not really exotic aromas of both white and yellow orchard fruit that flash background spice and citrus nuances. The wood is more prominent on the palate though there is so much concentration and sappy dry extract that the big-bodied flavors should have no difficulty ultimately integrating it. Interestingly, and has been the case in several recent vintages of this wine, it is no less refined than the BBM if a bit more broad-shouldered. Good stuff with sneaky good length and this too has most impressive underlying reserves that should permit it to also age effortlessly.Inc. VAT£6,910.16 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Spectator (94)
Taut and nicely oaky, this delivers lemon cake, apple and baking spice flavors. Balanced on the lean side, gaining richness with air. The elements dovetail with a tactile feel on the long finish.Inc. VAT£337.32
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(6x75cl) 2015
Exquisite and expressive, the Philippe Pacalet Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers 2015 is a stellar example of superior Burgundian craftsmanship. Crafted by renowned winemaker Philippe Pacalet, this wine harmoniously unites Pinot Noir grapes matured on the celebrated 'Les Sentiers' vineyard slopes within Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy. Pacalet's biodynamic methodology pays tribute to the grand terroir, endowing the wine with a unique, true-to-earth character.
The 2015 vintage reveals sumptuous layers of ripe cherries, roses, and blackcurrants, underpinned by a subtly textured minerality. Elegant and beautifully balanced, this wine gracefully asserts the exceptional quality of its pedigree with refined tannins and a protracted, engaging finish. The Philippe Pacalet Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers 2015 is a resplendent testament to the charm of Burgundy – a charismatic masterpiece just beginning to unveil its astonishing potential.
In Bond£1,355.00 -
Discover the elegant character and robust temperament of Philippe Pacalet Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Perriere 2015. Produced by the reputable French winemaker, Philippe Pacalet, this burgundy is the quintessence of vinicultural finesse. Cultivated in the region of Gevrey-Chambertin in the heart of Burgundy, it is composed entirely from Pinot Noir grapes. The 'Perriere' vineyard, known for its limestone-rich soil, bestows the wine an evident mineral charm. After hand harvesting, Pacalet used natural yeasts for the fermentation and avoided additives, adhering to his biodynamic principles. Maturation occurred in aged barrels, allowing the wine to develop improved stability and depth. The 2015 vintage impresses with its dense, rich structure, opulent black fruit notes and enticing spicy undertones. On the palate, it exhibits an exciting energy and appealing concentration, displaying a characteristic tension between power and finesse. A true testament to Pacalet's innovative approach to winemaking, Philippe Pacalet Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Perriere 2015 is an extraordinary wine experience.
In Bond£184.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
Vinous (89+)
Good medium red. Raspberry, strawberry and spice aromas were initially a bit dulled by oak, but aeration brought some of the floral high notes shown by the other Pacalet '15s. Then juicy, spicy and herbal on the palate, showing modest flesh and restrained sweetness and a youthfully medicinal quality. A distinctly peppery, dry Nuits-Saint-Georges with a firm dusting of tannins and good length. A bit austere in the context of this collection but with no shortage of cherry and dark berry intensity. This needs a good three or four more years of cellaring.In Bond£1,592.00 -
(6x150cl) 2015
Vinous (89+)
Good medium red. Raspberry, strawberry and spice aromas were initially a bit dulled by oak, but aeration brought some of the floral high notes shown by the other Pacalet '15s. Then juicy, spicy and herbal on the palate, showing modest flesh and restrained sweetness and a youthfully medicinal quality. A distinctly peppery, dry Nuits-Saint-Georges with a firm dusting of tannins and good length. A bit austere in the context of this collection but with no shortage of cherry and dark berry intensity. This needs a good three or four more years of cellaring.In Bond£1,807.00 -
Vinous (88)
Dullish medium red. Lovely spicy lift to the aromas of red berries and menthol. Juicy and energetic, offering good cut to the flavors of red fruits, spices and peppery herbs. As much a whole-cluster wine as a Nuits-Saint-Georges but juicy and fun to drink, and with no shortage of texture or material. Finishes with nicely buffered dusty tannins and lovely floral persistence. Very refreshing wine.In Bond£117.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
The Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015 is an enticing concoction crafted diligently in the Meursault appellation within the celebrated Burgundy wine region of France. Produced by Pierre Boisson, a prodigious winemaker from the esteemed Boisson-Vadot family, this sophisticated white wine reflects their diligent and meticulous viticulture practices. Boisson works his vineyards traditionally, using organic methods and tillage.
This 2015 vintage, matured in oak barrels, is a remarkable expression of Chardonnay, offering a robust yet balanced character. Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015 delights the palate with a rich bouquet of white peach, citrus, and toasted brioche, harmonised with well-integrated oak. A palpable minerality underscores fragrant notes, evoking the chalky soils of the vineyard.
This wine's complexity, coupled with the dedication of a skilled vintner, manifests in the Pierre Boisson Meursault Blanc 2015's extraordinary depth and nuanced finish. A collectible treasure for the discerning palate, this wine exemplifies fine Burgundy tradition.
In Bond£1,130.00 -
Welcome to the elevated world of the Pierre Bouree Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Chaignots 2015. This exemplary wine, produced by the highly esteemed Pierre Bouree, is a reminiscent of the renowned Burgundy region in France where it is meticulously crafted. The vineyard is situated on slopes that enrich the terroir, imparting a unique complexity to the wine. Hand-harvested grapes, after careful selection, undergo a traditional vinification process in oak barrels to develop an exquisite flavour profile.
Exuding a robust profile with intricate hints of ripe red fruits, spice and earthy undertones, this wine is all about elegance and balance. It captures attention with a superbly structured palate that couples perfectly with its long, satisfying finish. With exceptional ageing potential, the Pierre Bouree Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Chaignots 2015 brings the best of Burgundy to your glass. Validating over two centuries of wine-making heritage, it promises to be an unmissable addition for discerning wine collectors.
In Bond£291.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015
Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2015 Chapelle Chambertin Grand Cru has a very elegant bouquet. Usually I find Damoy's wines a little too extracted for my personal taste, although here there is admirable Pinot Noir expression. An omen for the future? The palate is medium-bodied with black pepper-tinged red berry fruit, a slight dustiness developing towards the finish, but there is respectable concentration and persistence on the finish.In Bond£2,396.91 -
In Bond£290.00
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(1x75cl) 2015
Vinous (96)
Pale, bright yellow. Pure, backward nose is more precise and higher pitched than the Bâtard, offering scents of tangerine zest, crushed rock and silex minerality. Boasts an uncommon combination of thickness with verve. Not heavy but incredibly opulent in the mouth, with its citrus and fresh herb flavors supported by bracing minerality. A wonderfully intense, seamless wine of terroir, and a step above the other 2015s I tasted at this address. Really superb palate-staining length.In Bond£1,228.00 -
Vinous (94)
Very pale color. Very expressive aromas of pineapple, menthol, crushed stone and white flowers; more open than the Meursault Les Genevrières. Opulent, thick, tactile wine with unexpected sucrosité as well as near-painful intensity to its citrus fruit, peach and floral flavors. Sharply delineated but with plenty of baby fat to buffer its underlying minerality. Colin told me he normally prefers his Genevrières in very warm vintages like 2015, but admits that this wine is surprisingly open today. Will it shut down in bottle?In Bond£1,583.00 -
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The Poisot Romanée Saint Vivant Grand Cru 2015 epitomises the finesse and elegance characteristic of Burgundy’s esteemed vineyards. Cultivated in the heart of the Romanée-Saint-Vivant appellation, this exquisite wine emerges from meticulously hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes, nurtured in limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive mineral complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Poisot family, renowned for their commitment to sustainable viticulture, the fermentation process is carefully controlled to preserve the wine’s delicate aromatics and vibrant structure. Aged for eighteen months in French oak barrels, the Grand Cru 2015 reveals layers of red cherry, subtle earthiness, and a nuanced spice palette, culminating in a long, harmonious finish. This vintage exemplifies Poisot’s dedication to crafting wines of remarkable balance and depth, making it a prized addition to any connoisseur’s collection.
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Burghound (86-89)
A notably ripe yet attractively fresh nose speaks of both red and dark berries along with soft earth nuances. There is fine volume to the relatively full-bodied flavors that possess a lovely mid-plate texture before concluding in a mildly rustic and warm finish. Still, this is really quite good and worth considering as a quality option for an all-around house red.In Bond£238.00 -
Decanter (97)
Voluptuous red fruits on the nose, velvety and seductive. A sleek attack, opulent and luxurious with striking depth and concentration of fruit. The firm tannins are balanced by fine acidity, and this has fabulous balance and remarkable length. It will live for decades.In Bond£2,782.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015
Burghound (93-95)
This too is notably ripe but even more restrained with its layered array of earthy dark berry fruit aromas and subtle spice notes. There is terrific concentration to the muscular and surprisingly sleek full-bodied flavors that are delicious and also possess excellent mid-palate density that drenches the palate in sappy dry extract that also completely buffers the robust tannic spine on the explosive, rustic and hugely long finish. This is an imposingly powerful effort that is also going to need a very long snooze in a cool cellar. Textbook Clos de Vougeot.In Bond£2,656.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is excellent, opening in the glass with notes of golden orchard fruit, spring flowers, orange zest and hazelnut cream, gently framed by new oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a glossy attack, superb concentration and an almost chewy sense of extract, its taut structural elements asserting themselves on the grippy finish. While this is marked by the warmth of the vintage it has the necessary energy and freshness to retain its balance.In Bond£323.00 -
Burghound (92-95)
A wonderfully spicy, elegant and fresh nose blends notes of red and dark cherry with those of cassis, plum, violet and discreet earth nuances. The intense and tautly muscular middle weight plus flavors are even more refined if perhaps not quite as mineral-driven while delivering superb length on the balanced but markedly austere finish where a touch of cherry pit emerges. This is also very clearly built-to-age and I wouldn't dream of touching a bottle for at least 10 years and it should easily reward 20.In Bond£1,701.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2015 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Cuvée des Alouettes is deeper and more serious than the Cuvée des Grives, wafting from the glass with a lavish bouquet of ripe plum, cherry, cinnamon, licorice, rich soil and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, sappy and powerful, with a deep core of sweet fruit that conceals an ample chassis of fine-grained, chalky tannin.In Bond£866.00 -
Wine Advocate (90)
The 2015 Morey-Saint-Denis Cuvée des Grives is very pretty this vintage, offering up lovely aromas of sweet red cherry, strawberry and peony. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, fine-grained and silky textured, with an expansive attack and notable structural amplitude. This is classic Ponsot.In Bond£405.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015
Wine Advocate (88)
The 2015 Saint-Romain Cuvée de la Mésange is very pretty, wafting from the glass with notes of honey, white flowers and orchard fruit. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a glossy attack and fresh acids, finishing with good grip. William Ponsot originated in Saint-Romain, and this bottling nods to that heritage.In Bond£76.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
(two of the four barrels were new; the production here was just 25 hectoliters per hectare, according to Landanger): Bright ruby. Sexy perfume of black raspberry, minerals, brown spices, licorice pastille and underbrush. Plush, sweet and smooth, offering superb concentration, energy and balance. Utterly seamless wine with terrific inner-mouth floral lift. The wine's strong fruit blows past the firm, late-arriving tannins on the juicy, gripping, very long finish.In Bond£2,341.00 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets, which is made from whole bunch fruit, has a clean and fresh, very pure bouquet that neatly disguises the stem addition. The palate is grippy, very tannic, masculine with a grainy texture, hints of bell pepper towards the huge finish that needs more flesh to balance those stems. Still, it is balanced and I am intrigued to see how this will age - this has complexity and a sense of intrigue.In Bond£843.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
(vinified with 30% whole clusters and aged in 30% new oak; Landanger admitted to a little too much pigeage with this wine): Bright dark ruby, deeper in color than the amphora version. Totally different on the nose, where one is immediately aware of a bitter chocolate note from the oak. Then sweeter and more pliant in the mouth, with flavors of black cherry, violet and licorice. More complex and long on the aftertaste, offering an intriguing suggestion of wildness. The tannins here are serious, even a bit youthfully aggressive, and yet this sample makes the amphora version seem a bit frozen in its youth.In Bond£90.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
(vinified with 30% whole clusters and aged in 30% new oak; Landanger admitted to a little too much pigeage with this wine): Bright dark ruby, deeper in color than the amphora version. Totally different on the nose, where one is immediately aware of a bitter chocolate note from the oak. Then sweeter and more pliant in the mouth, with flavors of black cherry, violet and licorice. More complex and long on the aftertaste, offering an intriguing suggestion of wildness. The tannins here are serious, even a bit youthfully aggressive, and yet this sample makes the amphora version seem a bit frozen in its youth.In Bond£470.00 -
Inc. VAT£579.60
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(1x150cl) 2015In Bond£1,462.00
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(1x150cl) 2015In Bond£1,882.00
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(3x150cl) 2015In Bond£5,586.00
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(3x150cl) 2015
Burghound (95)
In the same fashion as the BBM there are soft notes of wood toast and petrol that set off the ripe and overtly ripe but not really exotic aromas of both white and yellow orchard fruit that flash background spice and citrus nuances. The wood is more prominent on the palate though there is so much concentration and sappy dry extract that the big-bodied flavors should have no difficulty ultimately integrating it. Interestingly, and has been the case in several recent vintages of this wine, it is no less refined than the BBM if a bit more broad-shouldered. Good stuff with sneaky good length and this too has most impressive underlying reserves that should permit it to also age effortlessly.In Bond£5,739.18 -
(1x75cl) 2015
Wine Spectator (94)
Taut and nicely oaky, this delivers lemon cake, apple and baking spice flavors. Balanced on the lean side, gaining richness with air. The elements dovetail with a tactile feel on the long finish.In Bond£278.00
We found the wines in 2015 very easy and forward to taste, with as much focus on freshness as concentration, so there wasn’t a complete break from the 2014s in that sense. The hope is that as the wines mature they will continue to show the balance and classicism they displayed from the barrel. Our expectation is that they will do so and the best wines will live for a very long time with a genuinely satisfying pattern of maturation throughout their life.
