2015
2015
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Burgundy | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
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£2,438.69 |
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Vinous (95+)Healthy dark red. Brooding aromas of tart cherry stomp and red licorice; there's something cool and medicinal here that belies the sunny vintage. Wonderfully silky and savory on entry, then densely packed and almost painfully concentrated in the middle, showing a bulletproof quality to its flavors of red berries, minerals and rose petal. The explosive, slowly building finish saturates the palate with salty minerality. Still a total baby, this wine will need to be forgotten in the cellar for a decade. (Weber noted that this wine hasn't moved since the day he bottled it in early March.) |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£1,339.61 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Tasted blind, Bouchard's 2015 Montrachet Grand Cru put in a fabulous showing, making my tasting note from earlier this year seem decidedly conservative. Wafting from the glass with a complex bouquet of Meyer lemon, mandarin, orange blossom, dried white flowers and toasted hazelnut, the wine is full-bodied, ample and textural, with an incredibly elegant, pure and precise profile. Above all, it's beautifully balanced, with the ineffable sense of completeness that distinguishes Montrachet at its best. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-92 (VN) |
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£467.09 |
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Vinous (89-92)(no hail or frost here in 2015, according to Clair): Medium red. Musky, deeply pitched aromas of raspberry, strawberry and smoky, flinty minerality. Quite taut in the early going, even a bit tough, and not showing the vintage's fleshy side today. But this firmly structured wine finishes with palate-stimulating salinity and subtle length. I would not be surprised if this eventually merited a rating at the top end of my projected range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-92 (VN) |
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£483.89 |
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Vinous (89-92)One of the highlights in this range, the 2015 Beaune Les Avaux is sleek and expressive. Sweet red cherry, plum, mint and a kiss of new French oak give the wine its super-appealing, inviting personality. Like so many of these wines, the 2015 captures an incredibly appealing combination of deep, rich fruit and lifted aromatics. In other words, this is a quintessential 2015. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN) |
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£905.09 |
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Vinous (92-95)The 2015 Clos de Vougeot is an impressive wine. Huge tannins give the 2015 much of its shape and sense of direction. Plum, crème de cassis, chocolate and lavender all develop in the glass. Ample and powerful in construction, the 2015 possesses very good depth, even if it can't match the pedigree of the Chambertin. This is another wine with a late malo. I hope to have a chance to taste it again from bottle. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,049.29 |
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Experience the pleasure of sipping the exquisite Castagnier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 2015. This captivating Pinot Noir comes from the esteemed Burgundy region of France, harnessing the exceptional terroir presence of the Premier Crus vineyard. Produced by the revered Jerome Castagnier, a fifth-generation winemaker celebrated for his relentless dedication to capturing the unique character of each vintage. With signature meticulous grape selection, traditional vinification processes, and a careful 18-month maturation in French oak barrels, the wine achieves an inimitable depth and complexity. Fall for its bewitching aromas of ripe cherries and distinct forest floor, accompanied by its sensuous palate and unforgettable finish. Displaying a remarkable longevity and finesse, the Castagnier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 2015 is an epitome of cultivated elegance and a treasure for any discerning collector. Savour this sophisticated offering from one of Burgundy's most illustrious Premier Cru appellations today. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,679.24 |
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Experience a titillating journey of taste with the Cecile Tremblay Chambolle-Musigny Les Cabottes 2015. Impeccably crafted, this French Pinot Noir is an exemplar of Tremblay's unyielding commitment to excellence. Created in the illustrious Burgundy region, remarkable viticulture techniques influence its delightful composition, reflecting an intimate connection to the terroir. The 2015 vintage is characterised by enticing layers of red fruit intermingled with delicate, earthy undertones, culminating in a balanced, lengthy finish. Tremblay, a third-generation vigneron, honours traditional winemaking processes whilst also innovating within the realm of biodynamic cultivation. Her artisan wines are achieving an increasingly prominent position in the global stage. The Cecile Tremblay Chambolle-Musigny Les Cabottes 2015 exudes a stunning fusion of fruit purity and structural integrity, lending a profound complexity cherished by connoisseurs. Discover the embodiment of Tremblay's remarkable Parisian spirit, penned in the pages of this prestigious bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£2,320.40 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2015 Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru has an understated, pretty, quite mineral-driven bouquet; light rose petal and iris scents develop in the glass. The palate is very well balanced, offering edgy tannin, crisp red fruit (red cherry and cranberry) and an almost symmetrical, live-wire finish that is pure class. Superb - and the plus sign indicates my view that it will improve in bottle. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£819.20 |
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Renowned for her artisanal winemaking, Cecile Tremblay presents the elegant and intricately layered Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015. A product of Burgundy, France, this exquisite wine reflects the combined brilliance of a suitable microclimate and the rich terroir of Les Murgers vineyard. Using traditional vinification methods, Tremblay has crafted this wine from delicately picked Pinot Noir grapes, matured in French oak barrels to accentuate its complexity and structure. The Cecile Tremblay Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015 emanates tantalizing aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries and subtle earthy undertones, promising an unforgettable sensory experience. Guided by biodynamic principles, Tremblay is committed to a minimal intervention approach, allowing the true character of the terroir to shine through in every sip. An embodiment of Tremblay's meticulous craftsmanship and the quintessential Burgundian style, this wine exudes elegance, character and sophistication. Relish in the perfect harmony of intensity and finesse that is Cecile Tremblay Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£506.44 |
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Experience the opulence of Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Les Cinq 2015, a fine offering from renowned vineyard Domaine Chamirey in Burgundy, France. Adherent to sustainable farming methods, the wine famously originates from premier cru vineyards with each contributing unique characteristics to the blend. The wine's expressive bouquet delights with notes of cherry, blackberry and a touch of spice. Composed predominately of Pinot Noir, it is matured in French oak barrels for 14 to 16 months, fine-tuning flavours into harmonious complexity. This process imparts a remarkable velvet-smooth palate that culminates in a lengthy, rewarding finish. Best paired with game and hearty meats, this highly drinkable wine offers a prominent elegance and richly-defined structure that truly embraces the timeless terroir of Mercurey. Savour the quintessential qualities of Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Les Cinq 2015, a wine expertly crafted to reflect the full-expression of a truly exceptional vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,403.09 |
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Burgundy | 6 | 93 (VN) |
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£1,011.64 |
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Vinous (93)(these 2015s were bottled in June of '17): Dark red with ruby tones. Very ripe, almost exotic aromas of black cherry, dark plum, licorice and menthol, with lower-pitched notes of damp earth and clove; less perfumed than the 2016 version. Compellingly rich and broad but showing a bit more alcoholic weight and warmth than the '16 (the alcohol here is 13.6%, vs. 13.2% for the earlier vintage) and already shutting down in the bottle. Finishes with broad, dusty, building tannins and strong medicinal reserve. |
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Burgundy | 100 | - |
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£471.64 |
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Revered by collectors, the Chateau Pommard Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2015 is a monumental expression of French winemaking. Produced on a 20-hectare slice of Burgundy's renowned Côte d'Or terroir, this red blend reflects the quality nurtured in this Monopole vineyard since 1791. Crafted predominantly from Pinot Noir grapes, it harmoniously merges power, elegance and longevity. Boasting a deep ruby robe, its decadent bouquet of maturated dark fruit, earth and spice hints at its complexity. The wine is vinified carefully using manual selection and individual fermentation by parcel. Predominantly aged in French oak barrels for approximately 18 months, it has a profound structure, yet subtle tannins. The Chateau Pommard estate, esteemed for centuries, perpetuates tradition whilst embracing modern techniques, achieving an unparalleled balance on the palate. Each glass of the Chateau Pommard Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2015 is a testament to its illustrious heritage and the timeless prestige of Burgundian wine.
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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£979.49 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets is the king of the cellar chez Clerget in this vintage, offering up a ripe but bright nose of Griotte cherry, ripe plums, dried flowers and caramelized citrus peel. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, bright and vibrant, with excellent depth and a tight-knit core, framed by fine-grained, chalky tannins that lend a stony quality to the lingering finish. This is a lovely Caillerets from some of the domaine’s best vine material. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£962.44 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Echézeaux Grand Cru has a competent, well-defined bouquet of raspberry, wild strawberry and earthy aromas. The medium-bodied palate is edgy in style, presenting fine tannin, well-judged acidity and a splash of balsamic that lends tension toward the sustained finish. This seems to improve in the glass, and that bodes well for the future. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (BH) |
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£298.09 |
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Burghound (89-91)Much more subtle wood sets off overtly spicy aromas of cassis, black cherry and violet scents. The wonderfully seductive flavors possess a velvety and caressing texture while delivering sneaky good length on the firm but balanced structure. This is inviting but serious and it should repay up to a decade of cellaring. Worth checking out. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 92 (WA) |
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£959.60 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2015 Meursault Village is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with notes of crisp yellow orchard fruit, Anjou pear, white flowers, honeycomb and hazelnut cream. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, satiny and pure, with beautiful balance, succulent underlying acids and an elegant framing of dry extract that lends a mouthwatering quality to the long, penetrating finish. Without either the strong cooperage or reductive signatures of yesteryear's Coche-Dury, it exemplifies the new stylistic direction taken by Raphaël Coche, and it's a terrific success, surpassing both the 2014 and 2013 renditions. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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£295.24 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, which is a blend of 60% Breterins and 40% Les Bas des Duresses close to Monthélie, had received a bit of SO2 a week before my visit and was due to be transferred into tank for around two months. It contains 10% whole bunch fruit this year and sees 20% new oak. It has a sensual bouquet with black cherries, raspberry and confit fruit all with fine delineation. The tannins here are finer than the village cru as you would expect, the acidity nicely judged (3.4 pH) with a poised and tensile finish that delivers a welcome salinity on the finish. This comes highly recommended and is certainly one of the best 2015s that I have encountered from the appellation. |
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Burgundy | 22 | - |
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£291.64 |
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This Aligoté is forward, bright and fresh. Very easy to drink and overall satisfying. With a bit more complexity than might be expected this is one of the better values among entry-level whites this year. Worth stocking up on at this price.
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Burgundy | 2 | 18 (JR) |
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£1,716.83 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 18 (JR) |
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£2,881.27 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 18 (JR) |
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£922.84 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
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£854.44 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Perfumed, gentle texture, lots to chew on at the end but properly complex and serious. Pretty intense and chiselled. Relatively rich. Gives the impression of great care taken in vineyard and cellar. Long with a peacock's tail on the end. Some liquorice on the end too – most unusual in 2015 burgundy. Very well done. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£1,947.62 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Very deep purplish crimson. Warm, ripe, expressive nose. Juicy and lively with great pace. Such a winner! More obvious fruit than Amoureuses. Super-juicy. Winning. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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£4,021.24 |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Very deep purplish crimson. Warm, ripe, expressive nose. Juicy and lively with great pace. Such a winner! More obvious fruit than Amoureuses. Super-juicy. Winning. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£3,857.60 |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Echézeaux Grand Cru is slightly darker in color than its peers. There is a fug of reduction on the nose that makes the fruit profile difficult to discern. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, quite masculine and surly in style, although there is impressive substance and grip on the finish. This is in an awkward stage, but I’m convinced it will coalesce and become much more coherent with bottle age. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£2,929.45 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru has a voluminous, intense, slightly feral bouquet featuring layers of red berry fruit and possibly just a touch of brettanomyces (which for me does not detract from the overall aromatic profile). The well-focused, medium-bodied palate offers supple tannin, a crisp line of acidity and sappy blueberry and wild strawberry scents toward the sleek, silky-smooth finish. Excellent. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (VN) |
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£10,117.24 |
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Vinous (88-90)(20% of this fruit comes from the top of the slope, which Liger-Belair says brings limestone freshness): Bright ruby-red. Blackberry, roast coffee and smoke on the nose. Dense and round, offering a velvety texture and good stuffing for village wine. Very ripe but nicely leavened by smoky minerality. In a softer style, finishing with ripe tannins. This is almost ready to be racked; indeed, Liger-Belair planned to bottle it before Christmas. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-91 (VN) |
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£6,915.89 |
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Vinous (88-91)(from clay soil at the bottom of the hill): Healthy red-ruby. Blackberry and black raspberry aromas are complicated by a gamey nuance. Plush and classically dry, with smoky and saline qualities and a touch of animal fur reduction that currently blocks the wine's fruit. This, too, will be racked soon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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£1,868.47 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Tasted blind, the 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots-du-Milieu offers up a deep bouquet of red-black cherries, spices, potpourri, espresso roast and subtle grilled meat. Full-bodied, ample and sappy on the palate, it's rich but vibrant, with fine-grained structuring tannins that are beginning to assert themselves on the finish. Having drunk several bottles of this wine since release, the extent to which it's shutting down is clearly apparent, and at this stage, patience will be required. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
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£2,013.00 |
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Vinous (95+)Healthy dark red. Brooding aromas of tart cherry stomp and red licorice; there's something cool and medicinal here that belies the sunny vintage. Wonderfully silky and savory on entry, then densely packed and almost painfully concentrated in the middle, showing a bulletproof quality to its flavors of red berries, minerals and rose petal. The explosive, slowly building finish saturates the palate with salty minerality. Still a total baby, this wine will need to be forgotten in the cellar for a decade. (Weber noted that this wine hasn't moved since the day he bottled it in early March.) |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£1,111.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Tasted blind, Bouchard's 2015 Montrachet Grand Cru put in a fabulous showing, making my tasting note from earlier this year seem decidedly conservative. Wafting from the glass with a complex bouquet of Meyer lemon, mandarin, orange blossom, dried white flowers and toasted hazelnut, the wine is full-bodied, ample and textural, with an incredibly elegant, pure and precise profile. Above all, it's beautifully balanced, with the ineffable sense of completeness that distinguishes Montrachet at its best. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-92 (VN) |
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£370.00 |
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Vinous (89-92)(no hail or frost here in 2015, according to Clair): Medium red. Musky, deeply pitched aromas of raspberry, strawberry and smoky, flinty minerality. Quite taut in the early going, even a bit tough, and not showing the vintage's fleshy side today. But this firmly structured wine finishes with palate-stimulating salinity and subtle length. I would not be surprised if this eventually merited a rating at the top end of my projected range. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-92 (VN) |
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£384.00 |
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Vinous (89-92)One of the highlights in this range, the 2015 Beaune Les Avaux is sleek and expressive. Sweet red cherry, plum, mint and a kiss of new French oak give the wine its super-appealing, inviting personality. Like so many of these wines, the 2015 captures an incredibly appealing combination of deep, rich fruit and lifted aromatics. In other words, this is a quintessential 2015. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN) |
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£735.00 |
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Vinous (92-95)The 2015 Clos de Vougeot is an impressive wine. Huge tannins give the 2015 much of its shape and sense of direction. Plum, crème de cassis, chocolate and lavender all develop in the glass. Ample and powerful in construction, the 2015 possesses very good depth, even if it can't match the pedigree of the Chambertin. This is another wine with a late malo. I hope to have a chance to taste it again from bottle. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£868.00 |
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Experience the pleasure of sipping the exquisite Castagnier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 2015. This captivating Pinot Noir comes from the esteemed Burgundy region of France, harnessing the exceptional terroir presence of the Premier Crus vineyard. Produced by the revered Jerome Castagnier, a fifth-generation winemaker celebrated for his relentless dedication to capturing the unique character of each vintage. With signature meticulous grape selection, traditional vinification processes, and a careful 18-month maturation in French oak barrels, the wine achieves an inimitable depth and complexity. Fall for its bewitching aromas of ripe cherries and distinct forest floor, accompanied by its sensuous palate and unforgettable finish. Displaying a remarkable longevity and finesse, the Castagnier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 2015 is an epitome of cultivated elegance and a treasure for any discerning collector. Savour this sophisticated offering from one of Burgundy's most illustrious Premier Cru appellations today. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,050.00 |
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Experience a titillating journey of taste with the Cecile Tremblay Chambolle-Musigny Les Cabottes 2015. Impeccably crafted, this French Pinot Noir is an exemplar of Tremblay's unyielding commitment to excellence. Created in the illustrious Burgundy region, remarkable viticulture techniques influence its delightful composition, reflecting an intimate connection to the terroir. The 2015 vintage is characterised by enticing layers of red fruit intermingled with delicate, earthy undertones, culminating in a balanced, lengthy finish. Tremblay, a third-generation vigneron, honours traditional winemaking processes whilst also innovating within the realm of biodynamic cultivation. Her artisan wines are achieving an increasingly prominent position in the global stage. The Cecile Tremblay Chambolle-Musigny Les Cabottes 2015 exudes a stunning fusion of fruit purity and structural integrity, lending a profound complexity cherished by connoisseurs. Discover the embodiment of Tremblay's remarkable Parisian spirit, penned in the pages of this prestigious bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£1,931.00 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2015 Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru has an understated, pretty, quite mineral-driven bouquet; light rose petal and iris scents develop in the glass. The palate is very well balanced, offering edgy tannin, crisp red fruit (red cherry and cranberry) and an almost symmetrical, live-wire finish that is pure class. Superb - and the plus sign indicates my view that it will improve in bottle. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£680.00 |
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Renowned for her artisanal winemaking, Cecile Tremblay presents the elegant and intricately layered Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015. A product of Burgundy, France, this exquisite wine reflects the combined brilliance of a suitable microclimate and the rich terroir of Les Murgers vineyard. Using traditional vinification methods, Tremblay has crafted this wine from delicately picked Pinot Noir grapes, matured in French oak barrels to accentuate its complexity and structure. The Cecile Tremblay Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015 emanates tantalizing aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries and subtle earthy undertones, promising an unforgettable sensory experience. Guided by biodynamic principles, Tremblay is committed to a minimal intervention approach, allowing the true character of the terroir to shine through in every sip. An embodiment of Tremblay's meticulous craftsmanship and the quintessential Burgundian style, this wine exudes elegance, character and sophistication. Relish in the perfect harmony of intensity and finesse that is Cecile Tremblay Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£406.00 |
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Experience the opulence of Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Les Cinq 2015, a fine offering from renowned vineyard Domaine Chamirey in Burgundy, France. Adherent to sustainable farming methods, the wine famously originates from premier cru vineyards with each contributing unique characteristics to the blend. The wine's expressive bouquet delights with notes of cherry, blackberry and a touch of spice. Composed predominately of Pinot Noir, it is matured in French oak barrels for 14 to 16 months, fine-tuning flavours into harmonious complexity. This process imparts a remarkable velvet-smooth palate that culminates in a lengthy, rewarding finish. Best paired with game and hearty meats, this highly drinkable wine offers a prominent elegance and richly-defined structure that truly embraces the timeless terroir of Mercurey. Savour the quintessential qualities of Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Les Cinq 2015, a wine expertly crafted to reflect the full-expression of a truly exceptional vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,150.00 |
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Burgundy | 6 | 93 (VN) |
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£827.00 |
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Vinous (93)(these 2015s were bottled in June of '17): Dark red with ruby tones. Very ripe, almost exotic aromas of black cherry, dark plum, licorice and menthol, with lower-pitched notes of damp earth and clove; less perfumed than the 2016 version. Compellingly rich and broad but showing a bit more alcoholic weight and warmth than the '16 (the alcohol here is 13.6%, vs. 13.2% for the earlier vintage) and already shutting down in the bottle. Finishes with broad, dusty, building tannins and strong medicinal reserve. |
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Burgundy | 100 | - |
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£377.00 |
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Revered by collectors, the Chateau Pommard Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2015 is a monumental expression of French winemaking. Produced on a 20-hectare slice of Burgundy's renowned Côte d'Or terroir, this red blend reflects the quality nurtured in this Monopole vineyard since 1791. Crafted predominantly from Pinot Noir grapes, it harmoniously merges power, elegance and longevity. Boasting a deep ruby robe, its decadent bouquet of maturated dark fruit, earth and spice hints at its complexity. The wine is vinified carefully using manual selection and individual fermentation by parcel. Predominantly aged in French oak barrels for approximately 18 months, it has a profound structure, yet subtle tannins. The Chateau Pommard estate, esteemed for centuries, perpetuates tradition whilst embracing modern techniques, achieving an unparalleled balance on the palate. Each glass of the Chateau Pommard Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2015 is a testament to its illustrious heritage and the timeless prestige of Burgundian wine.
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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£797.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets is the king of the cellar chez Clerget in this vintage, offering up a ripe but bright nose of Griotte cherry, ripe plums, dried flowers and caramelized citrus peel. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, bright and vibrant, with excellent depth and a tight-knit core, framed by fine-grained, chalky tannins that lend a stony quality to the lingering finish. This is a lovely Caillerets from some of the domaine’s best vine material. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£786.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Echézeaux Grand Cru has a competent, well-defined bouquet of raspberry, wild strawberry and earthy aromas. The medium-bodied palate is edgy in style, presenting fine tannin, well-judged acidity and a splash of balsamic that lends tension toward the sustained finish. This seems to improve in the glass, and that bodes well for the future. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (BH) |
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£242.00 |
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Burghound (89-91)Much more subtle wood sets off overtly spicy aromas of cassis, black cherry and violet scents. The wonderfully seductive flavors possess a velvety and caressing texture while delivering sneaky good length on the firm but balanced structure. This is inviting but serious and it should repay up to a decade of cellaring. Worth checking out. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 92 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2015 Meursault Village is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with notes of crisp yellow orchard fruit, Anjou pear, white flowers, honeycomb and hazelnut cream. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, satiny and pure, with beautiful balance, succulent underlying acids and an elegant framing of dry extract that lends a mouthwatering quality to the long, penetrating finish. Without either the strong cooperage or reductive signatures of yesteryear's Coche-Dury, it exemplifies the new stylistic direction taken by Raphaël Coche, and it's a terrific success, surpassing both the 2014 and 2013 renditions. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, which is a blend of 60% Breterins and 40% Les Bas des Duresses close to Monthélie, had received a bit of SO2 a week before my visit and was due to be transferred into tank for around two months. It contains 10% whole bunch fruit this year and sees 20% new oak. It has a sensual bouquet with black cherries, raspberry and confit fruit all with fine delineation. The tannins here are finer than the village cru as you would expect, the acidity nicely judged (3.4 pH) with a poised and tensile finish that delivers a welcome salinity on the finish. This comes highly recommended and is certainly one of the best 2015s that I have encountered from the appellation. |
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This Aligoté is forward, bright and fresh. Very easy to drink and overall satisfying. With a bit more complexity than might be expected this is one of the better values among entry-level whites this year. Worth stocking up on at this price.
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Heady, perfumed, flattering nose. Very rich start and refined finish with real neatness. Reminds me of the 2005 but with possibly more precision. Long. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Perfumed, gentle texture, lots to chew on at the end but properly complex and serious. Pretty intense and chiselled. Relatively rich. Gives the impression of great care taken in vineyard and cellar. Long with a peacock's tail on the end. Some liquorice on the end too – most unusual in 2015 burgundy. Very well done. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19 (JR) |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Very deep purplish crimson. Warm, ripe, expressive nose. Juicy and lively with great pace. Such a winner! More obvious fruit than Amoureuses. Super-juicy. Winning. |
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Jancis Robinson (19)Very deep purplish crimson. Warm, ripe, expressive nose. Juicy and lively with great pace. Such a winner! More obvious fruit than Amoureuses. Super-juicy. Winning. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Echézeaux Grand Cru is slightly darker in color than its peers. There is a fug of reduction on the nose that makes the fruit profile difficult to discern. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, quite masculine and surly in style, although there is impressive substance and grip on the finish. This is in an awkward stage, but I’m convinced it will coalesce and become much more coherent with bottle age. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru has a voluminous, intense, slightly feral bouquet featuring layers of red berry fruit and possibly just a touch of brettanomyces (which for me does not detract from the overall aromatic profile). The well-focused, medium-bodied palate offers supple tannin, a crisp line of acidity and sappy blueberry and wild strawberry scents toward the sleek, silky-smooth finish. Excellent. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (VN) |
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Vinous (88-90)(20% of this fruit comes from the top of the slope, which Liger-Belair says brings limestone freshness): Bright ruby-red. Blackberry, roast coffee and smoke on the nose. Dense and round, offering a velvety texture and good stuffing for village wine. Very ripe but nicely leavened by smoky minerality. In a softer style, finishing with ripe tannins. This is almost ready to be racked; indeed, Liger-Belair planned to bottle it before Christmas. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-91 (VN) |
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Vinous (88-91)(from clay soil at the bottom of the hill): Healthy red-ruby. Blackberry and black raspberry aromas are complicated by a gamey nuance. Plush and classically dry, with smoky and saline qualities and a touch of animal fur reduction that currently blocks the wine's fruit. This, too, will be racked soon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Tasted blind, the 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots-du-Milieu offers up a deep bouquet of red-black cherries, spices, potpourri, espresso roast and subtle grilled meat. Full-bodied, ample and sappy on the palate, it's rich but vibrant, with fine-grained structuring tannins that are beginning to assert themselves on the finish. Having drunk several bottles of this wine since release, the extent to which it's shutting down is clearly apparent, and at this stage, patience will be required. |
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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.
