Burgundy
When it comes to the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands tall as one of the most revered and sought-after regions. Renowned for its exceptional terroir and commitment to quality, Burgundy has long captivated enthusiasts with its exquisite and highly prized wines. Today, let us delve into the realm of the best and most expensive wines that Burgundy has to offer, a realm where true wine aficionados can indulge in the pinnacle of winemaking excellence.
At the heart of Burgundy's prestige lie its renowned vineyards, which have garnered global acclaim for their exceptional wines. The names that resonate in the world of Burgundy are Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, Domaine Armand Rousseau, and Domaine Georges Roumier. These vineyards have become synonymous with greatness, crafting wines that define elegance, complexity, and longevity.
Burgundy's most esteemed wines are crafted from two noble grape varieties: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The region's red wines, made predominantly from Pinot Noir, display a finesse and purity of fruit that are unmatched. Vineyards such as Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, and Richebourg produce red wines that command astronomical prices due to their exceptional quality and limited production.
For white wine enthusiasts, Burgundy's Chardonnay-based wines are a true revelation. Vineyards like Montrachet, Corton-Charlemagne, and Meursault showcase the full potential of this noble grape, producing wines of unparalleled richness, depth, and complexity. These whites epitomize the artistry of winemaking, with each sip revealing layers of flavors and a harmonious balance between fruit, minerality, and oak.
In the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands as an epitome of elegance, complexity, and refined craftsmanship. Its best and most expensive wines are a testament to the region's unwavering commitment to excellence, terroir-driven winemaking, and the artistry of the winemakers.
Burgundy
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-97 (IB) |
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£1,042.40 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Mid yellow in colour. The nose hints at majesty while keeping its powder dry. This takes time to build on the palate, it is more in yellow fruit than most of the Jadot wines, with a little sucrosity, and still the lemon citrus inflection which makes these 2020 whites work so well, and the expected length. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£230.65 |
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Burgundy | 21 | - |
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£128.65 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£479.05 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£620.65 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£432.25 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which comes from Mazoyères, has a fragrant, peppermint-tinged bouquet that is more discreet than others I have tasted. You have to coax the aromas from their shell, touches of violet emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and finely tuned acidity. Quite dense and perhaps requiring a little more delineation and complexity to manifest on the conservative finish. It just needs to turn on the Charmes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£431.60 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Clos de Vougeot Le Grand Maupertui Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet, maybe a little more compact than the Echézeaux. The grippy palate is medium-bodied and muscular compared to the Echézeaux, with dark berry fruit, touches of pain d’épices and a slightly savory finish. This will need time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£1,043.05 |
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Vinous (93)Deep red. Sappy aromas of black cherry, clove and chocolate. Rich, full and deep; wonderfully sweet and silky, if not quite as primary as the Clos Vougeot. Spectacular middle-palate fruit and layered texture. Finishes with very refined, sweet tannins and great palate-staining persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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£1,287.60 |
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Vinous (94+)Medium red, a bit less saturated than the Clos Vougeot. Deeper aromas of black raspberry, blueberry, flinty smoky minerality and pepper, along with a whiff of gamey reduction. Bigger, broader and sweeter than the Clos Vougeot, and amazingly supple and plump for a grand cru from this vintage, without any loss of shape. The back end is like a booster rocket of fruits and flowers, which cover the wine's acidity and noble tannins today. I'd love to taste this next to the Clos Vougeot in ten years' time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£636.25 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled experience offered by the exquisite Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957. This sensational Burgundy red, hailing from the world-renowned region of Richebourg in France, showcases the remarkable excellence and time-honoured traditions that Antonin Rodet has charmed the world with since 1875. This distinguished vintage owes its rich, complex flavours to the unique climatic conditions of 1957, skilfully captured by the year’s exceptional Pinot Noir harvest. Beneath its vibrant ruby hue, you’ll encounter an exceptional balance of robust structure and delicate silkiness. Discerning palates will delight in the Grand Cru's characteristic notes of red and black fruits, seasoned with intoxicating nuances of spices and truffles. Each bottle of Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957 embodies the seamless fusion of tradition and innovation that makes Antonin Rodet a master of viticulture. Indulge in the sublime finesse and time-tested splendour of this unparalleled Grand Cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-97 (IB) |
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£459.20 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)A relatively deep purple. The nose just shows a little bit of cooked fruit. More peonies perhaps and an interesting sombre dark fruit overall. I think this may be 14+ too (but it is not apparently). It comes over fresher on the palate and certainly with a most astonishing intensity. If the slight lack of freshness is a sample issue then this could be mind-blowing and a certain five stars. Fresh stems behind. Exceptionally long finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£270.25 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru really captures the complexity and intellectual capacity of this propitious Premier Cru with beautifully defined, mineral-driven black fruit, touches of freshly rolled tobacco developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, sweet and candied with blueberry and cassis notes towards the sensual finish. It is a powerful Aux Combottes that just needs to evolve a touch more restraint and Pinoté, though that will develop with cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£710.65 |
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Esteemed wine enthusiasts will warmly welcome the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020, a quintessential Burgundy with a robust personality. Incorporated in 2015, Armand Heitz fashions these exquisite wines in Chambertin, unsurpassed amongst the Grand Cru Vineyards of Burgundy. The 2020 vintage is hand-harvested with meticulous care, ensuring only the finest grapes foster this dignified vin de terroir. Under the guidance of the virtuoso winemaker, Armand Heitz, this biodynamically grown Pinot Noir undergoes a traditional maturation in French oak barrels. Its sophistication is underlined by charming floral notes, harmoniously layered over deep, earth-infused fruits. The expressive palate of the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020 reveals impeccable depth, elegantly balanced by a supple texture. With titillating hints of raspberry, cassis, and cloves, it captivates from the first sip, guiding you through an enchanting journey of flavours, and settles into a lingering, riveting finish. Regarded as an 'iron fist in a velvet glove', this vintage promises a remarkable tasting experience for discerning wine aficionados. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£461.60 |
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Experience a veritable symphony of flavours with the distinguished and illustrious Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020. This exquisite vintage is a remarkable product of Burgundy’s acclaimed Côte de Nuits region, revered by connoisseurs worldwide. Loyal to terroir expression, Armand Heitz, the delightful genius behind this vibrant elixir, places enormous emphasis on meticulous vinification. His organic and biodynamic farming strategies couple with gentle extraction methods and ageing in French barrique, with only a minor percentage of new oak employed. The result is an extraordinary wine, embodying an enigmatic blend of precision, richness, and vibrancy. The Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 stands testament to Burgundian grandeur, teeming with aromatic complexity – alluring red fruit, earthy undertones, presumptuous spice notes, and a length that reverberates class and sophistication, making it the pièce de résistance of any cellar. It’s a liquid harmonisation of authenticity, ingenuity, and French finesse. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£6,898.40 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£5,258.40 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£4,763.05 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£5,365.20 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£3,494.00 |
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Vinous (95)Rousseau's 1995 Chambertin is bright, precise and wonderfully nuanced. There is a sense of translucent brilliance to the 1995 that is simply compelling. Sweet red berry fruit and floral notes show striking energy throughout. What a lovely Burgundy this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£3,545.60 |
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Vinous (97)A Burgundy of tension and bracing energy, the 1996 Rousseau Chambertin is simply magnificent on this night. Time in the glass brings out the wine's stunning inner sweetness and perfume in what is an utterly glorious expression of Pinot Noir and Chambertin. I imagine the 1996 will still be compelling in 30 years' time. Today is transcendental and deeply beautiful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£5,631.20 |
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Vinous (98)Yet another stunner, the 1999 Chambertin halts all conversation around the table. Muscular, dense and explosive, the 1999 is a vertical, imposing Burgundy that is also clearly built for the long haul. Even with all of its full-throttle, unrestrained power, the 1999 possesses captivating inner sweetness that soars out of the glass with remarkable purity. What a wine! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£3,536.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2000 Chambertin Grand Cru is youthful in appearance with just very slight bricking. The bouquet is well-defined with quite precocious red fruit laced with orange blossom and crushed stone, yet it does not possess the complexity of the preceding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, perfectly judged acidity, velvety, so much so that this is the one vintage that is quite Vosne-like in style. Coheres beautifully on the finish. No, not a top-ranking Chambertin from Rousseau, but so delicious. Tasted at the Rousseau Chambertin vertical at La Vienne. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£2,910.80 |
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Vinous (98)This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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£4,299.20 |
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Vinous (96)Rousseau's 2002 Chambertin is in the zone. Succulent, racy and open, the 2002 is ready to deliver pleasure. The purity of the fruit alone is striking. Even so, the 2002 is still very much at the early part of its first plateau of maturity, as the flavors remain very bright and fresh. In this vertical, the 2002 comes across as a wine of immediacy, with a bit less structure and overall energy than the very best vintages. I say that with some hesitation, as the 2002 is exceptional. It is just a little less exceptional than a few of the other wines in this vertical. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN (ST)) |
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£2,925.20 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-95)Medium red. Precise, scented nose combines red cherry, minerals, stones, iron and rose petal. Penetrating, minerally and precise, with vibrant flavors of red cherry and raspberry. Conveys a real small-berry depth and intensity of flavor and offers great energy and verve. Not at all a fat style of 2003-or of Chambertin. Especially strong on the back half, finishing with terrific thrust and length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (BH) |
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£4,665.20 |
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Burghound (93)The difference between Chambertin and Clos de Bèze is sharply etched in as this is cooler, bigger, richer and more powerful though less elegant and with a more limited range of spices specifically and aromatic breadth in general. The medium full flavors are reserved, tight, precise and very pure with extraordinarily good punch and precision, all wrapped in a firm, dusty and linear finish. I particularly like the mouth coating quality of the flavors as there is ample dry extract here, which serves to perfectly buffer the firmly tannic spine. Outstanding stuff and while not a truly great Rousseau Chambertin, it's knocking on the door. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 96-98 (WA) |
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£5,700.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)Rousseau’s 2005 Chambertin – assembled from four parcels, three of them in relatively cool, well-ventilated portions of this cru – offers high-toned aromas of plum distillate, tea and marzipan, but on the palate, chalk, raw beef, dried plum, bitter-sweet black fruits and roasted fennel flavors combine for a low-registered richness. This is the creamiest, plushest, most voluminous, and perhaps in the final analysis deepest wine of this year’s Rousseau collection, with a savory meatiness, chalky minerality and a well of fruit impossible to plumb at such an early stage in what will certainly be three or more decades of testimony to the true greatness of this famous site. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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£3,777.20 |
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Burghound (96)It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol. There is excellent freshness and vibrancy to the pure, round, rich and focused full-bodied flavors that carry obvious muscle and minerality on the deep, powerful and hugely long finish. This is an extremely impressive effort and one of the finest wines of the vintage. Not surprisingly, this hasn't changed a great deal since my last review except that the length is now even more phenomenal and the supporting tannins are a bit more apparent. While it's true that the balance is so good that that this could be enjoyed now, it would be unfortunate to leave so much upside potential unrealized and thus I would advise waiting for at least 5 more years first though it should easily be capable of rewarding 8 to 10. Tasted several times since my original review with consistent notes in the sense that they have become progressively more positive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£3,777.20 |
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Vinous (96)Next came the 2007 Chambertin Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau. Unlike the Mugnier, the bouquet needs no time to warm up, exploding with enticing scents of raspberry, mulberry, touches of camphor and undergrowth, and, after 30 minutes, hints of Japanese green tea and clove. Exquisite in definition, this remained captivating throughout the evening. The palate is beautifully balanced with a fine bead of acidity, cohesive and, for the 2007 vintage, quite robust and powerful. The velvety texture toward the finish highlights the lack of concentration in the Musigny. An utterly sublime Chambertin that is drinking perfectly now, the 2007 possesses the substance to mature another 20 years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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£3,836.00 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-97 (IB) |
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£866.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)Mid yellow in colour. The nose hints at majesty while keeping its powder dry. This takes time to build on the palate, it is more in yellow fruit than most of the Jadot wines, with a little sucrosity, and still the lemon citrus inflection which makes these 2020 whites work so well, and the expected length. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£189.00 |
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Burgundy | 21 | - |
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£104.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£396.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£514.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£357.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which comes from Mazoyères, has a fragrant, peppermint-tinged bouquet that is more discreet than others I have tasted. You have to coax the aromas from their shell, touches of violet emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and finely tuned acidity. Quite dense and perhaps requiring a little more delineation and complexity to manifest on the conservative finish. It just needs to turn on the Charmes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£357.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Clos de Vougeot Le Grand Maupertui Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet, maybe a little more compact than the Echézeaux. The grippy palate is medium-bodied and muscular compared to the Echézeaux, with dark berry fruit, touches of pain d’épices and a slightly savory finish. This will need time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£866.00 |
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Vinous (93)Deep red. Sappy aromas of black cherry, clove and chocolate. Rich, full and deep; wonderfully sweet and silky, if not quite as primary as the Clos Vougeot. Spectacular middle-palate fruit and layered texture. Finishes with very refined, sweet tannins and great palate-staining persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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£1,287.60 |
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Vinous (94+)Medium red, a bit less saturated than the Clos Vougeot. Deeper aromas of black raspberry, blueberry, flinty smoky minerality and pepper, along with a whiff of gamey reduction. Bigger, broader and sweeter than the Clos Vougeot, and amazingly supple and plump for a grand cru from this vintage, without any loss of shape. The back end is like a booster rocket of fruits and flowers, which cover the wine's acidity and noble tannins today. I'd love to taste this next to the Clos Vougeot in ten years' time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£527.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled experience offered by the exquisite Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957. This sensational Burgundy red, hailing from the world-renowned region of Richebourg in France, showcases the remarkable excellence and time-honoured traditions that Antonin Rodet has charmed the world with since 1875. This distinguished vintage owes its rich, complex flavours to the unique climatic conditions of 1957, skilfully captured by the year’s exceptional Pinot Noir harvest. Beneath its vibrant ruby hue, you’ll encounter an exceptional balance of robust structure and delicate silkiness. Discerning palates will delight in the Grand Cru's characteristic notes of red and black fruits, seasoned with intoxicating nuances of spices and truffles. Each bottle of Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957 embodies the seamless fusion of tradition and innovation that makes Antonin Rodet a master of viticulture. Indulge in the sublime finesse and time-tested splendour of this unparalleled Grand Cru. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 93-97 (IB) |
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£380.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)A relatively deep purple. The nose just shows a little bit of cooked fruit. More peonies perhaps and an interesting sombre dark fruit overall. I think this may be 14+ too (but it is not apparently). It comes over fresher on the palate and certainly with a most astonishing intensity. If the slight lack of freshness is a sample issue then this could be mind-blowing and a certain five stars. Fresh stems behind. Exceptionally long finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£222.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru really captures the complexity and intellectual capacity of this propitious Premier Cru with beautifully defined, mineral-driven black fruit, touches of freshly rolled tobacco developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, sweet and candied with blueberry and cassis notes towards the sensual finish. It is a powerful Aux Combottes that just needs to evolve a touch more restraint and Pinoté, though that will develop with cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£589.00 |
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Esteemed wine enthusiasts will warmly welcome the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020, a quintessential Burgundy with a robust personality. Incorporated in 2015, Armand Heitz fashions these exquisite wines in Chambertin, unsurpassed amongst the Grand Cru Vineyards of Burgundy. The 2020 vintage is hand-harvested with meticulous care, ensuring only the finest grapes foster this dignified vin de terroir. Under the guidance of the virtuoso winemaker, Armand Heitz, this biodynamically grown Pinot Noir undergoes a traditional maturation in French oak barrels. Its sophistication is underlined by charming floral notes, harmoniously layered over deep, earth-infused fruits. The expressive palate of the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020 reveals impeccable depth, elegantly balanced by a supple texture. With titillating hints of raspberry, cassis, and cloves, it captivates from the first sip, guiding you through an enchanting journey of flavours, and settles into a lingering, riveting finish. Regarded as an 'iron fist in a velvet glove', this vintage promises a remarkable tasting experience for discerning wine aficionados. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£382.00 |
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Experience a veritable symphony of flavours with the distinguished and illustrious Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020. This exquisite vintage is a remarkable product of Burgundy’s acclaimed Côte de Nuits region, revered by connoisseurs worldwide. Loyal to terroir expression, Armand Heitz, the delightful genius behind this vibrant elixir, places enormous emphasis on meticulous vinification. His organic and biodynamic farming strategies couple with gentle extraction methods and ageing in French barrique, with only a minor percentage of new oak employed. The result is an extraordinary wine, embodying an enigmatic blend of precision, richness, and vibrancy. The Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 stands testament to Burgundian grandeur, teeming with aromatic complexity – alluring red fruit, earthy undertones, presumptuous spice notes, and a length that reverberates class and sophistication, making it the pièce de résistance of any cellar. It’s a liquid harmonisation of authenticity, ingenuity, and French finesse. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£5,746.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£5,258.40 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,966.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£5,365.20 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£2,909.00 |
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Vinous (95)Rousseau's 1995 Chambertin is bright, precise and wonderfully nuanced. There is a sense of translucent brilliance to the 1995 that is simply compelling. Sweet red berry fruit and floral notes show striking energy throughout. What a lovely Burgundy this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£2,952.00 |
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Vinous (97)A Burgundy of tension and bracing energy, the 1996 Rousseau Chambertin is simply magnificent on this night. Time in the glass brings out the wine's stunning inner sweetness and perfume in what is an utterly glorious expression of Pinot Noir and Chambertin. I imagine the 1996 will still be compelling in 30 years' time. Today is transcendental and deeply beautiful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£4,690.00 |
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Vinous (98)Yet another stunner, the 1999 Chambertin halts all conversation around the table. Muscular, dense and explosive, the 1999 is a vertical, imposing Burgundy that is also clearly built for the long haul. Even with all of its full-throttle, unrestrained power, the 1999 possesses captivating inner sweetness that soars out of the glass with remarkable purity. What a wine! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£2,944.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2000 Chambertin Grand Cru is youthful in appearance with just very slight bricking. The bouquet is well-defined with quite precocious red fruit laced with orange blossom and crushed stone, yet it does not possess the complexity of the preceding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, perfectly judged acidity, velvety, so much so that this is the one vintage that is quite Vosne-like in style. Coheres beautifully on the finish. No, not a top-ranking Chambertin from Rousseau, but so delicious. Tasted at the Rousseau Chambertin vertical at La Vienne. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
£2,423.00 |
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Vinous (98)This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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£3,580.00 |
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Vinous (96)Rousseau's 2002 Chambertin is in the zone. Succulent, racy and open, the 2002 is ready to deliver pleasure. The purity of the fruit alone is striking. Even so, the 2002 is still very much at the early part of its first plateau of maturity, as the flavors remain very bright and fresh. In this vertical, the 2002 comes across as a wine of immediacy, with a bit less structure and overall energy than the very best vintages. I say that with some hesitation, as the 2002 is exceptional. It is just a little less exceptional than a few of the other wines in this vertical. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN (ST)) |
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£2,435.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-95)Medium red. Precise, scented nose combines red cherry, minerals, stones, iron and rose petal. Penetrating, minerally and precise, with vibrant flavors of red cherry and raspberry. Conveys a real small-berry depth and intensity of flavor and offers great energy and verve. Not at all a fat style of 2003-or of Chambertin. Especially strong on the back half, finishing with terrific thrust and length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (BH) |
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£3,885.00 |
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Burghound (93)The difference between Chambertin and Clos de Bèze is sharply etched in as this is cooler, bigger, richer and more powerful though less elegant and with a more limited range of spices specifically and aromatic breadth in general. The medium full flavors are reserved, tight, precise and very pure with extraordinarily good punch and precision, all wrapped in a firm, dusty and linear finish. I particularly like the mouth coating quality of the flavors as there is ample dry extract here, which serves to perfectly buffer the firmly tannic spine. Outstanding stuff and while not a truly great Rousseau Chambertin, it's knocking on the door. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 96-98 (WA) |
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£5,700.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)Rousseau’s 2005 Chambertin – assembled from four parcels, three of them in relatively cool, well-ventilated portions of this cru – offers high-toned aromas of plum distillate, tea and marzipan, but on the palate, chalk, raw beef, dried plum, bitter-sweet black fruits and roasted fennel flavors combine for a low-registered richness. This is the creamiest, plushest, most voluminous, and perhaps in the final analysis deepest wine of this year’s Rousseau collection, with a savory meatiness, chalky minerality and a well of fruit impossible to plumb at such an early stage in what will certainly be three or more decades of testimony to the true greatness of this famous site. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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£3,145.00 |
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Burghound (96)It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol. There is excellent freshness and vibrancy to the pure, round, rich and focused full-bodied flavors that carry obvious muscle and minerality on the deep, powerful and hugely long finish. This is an extremely impressive effort and one of the finest wines of the vintage. Not surprisingly, this hasn't changed a great deal since my last review except that the length is now even more phenomenal and the supporting tannins are a bit more apparent. While it's true that the balance is so good that that this could be enjoyed now, it would be unfortunate to leave so much upside potential unrealized and thus I would advise waiting for at least 5 more years first though it should easily be capable of rewarding 8 to 10. Tasted several times since my original review with consistent notes in the sense that they have become progressively more positive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£3,145.00 |
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Vinous (96)Next came the 2007 Chambertin Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau. Unlike the Mugnier, the bouquet needs no time to warm up, exploding with enticing scents of raspberry, mulberry, touches of camphor and undergrowth, and, after 30 minutes, hints of Japanese green tea and clove. Exquisite in definition, this remained captivating throughout the evening. The palate is beautifully balanced with a fine bead of acidity, cohesive and, for the 2007 vintage, quite robust and powerful. The velvety texture toward the finish highlights the lack of concentration in the Musigny. An utterly sublime Chambertin that is drinking perfectly now, the 2007 possesses the substance to mature another 20 years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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£3,194.00 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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