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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Savour the superb Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2014, a prodigious epitome from the famed Charmes-Chambertin region of Burgundy, France. Renowned winegrower Domaine Tortochot meticulously crafts this unique Grand Cru, guaranteeing prestigious quality. This splendid 2014 vintage is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, hand-harvested from the illustrious limestone-rich vineyards. Connoisseurs will appreciate the structured yet refined palate, boasting layered red fruit flavours with a noticeable influence of ageing in French oak barriques. The expressive profile culminates in a beautifully balanced, enduring finish, demonstrating the authentic terroir character unique to Charmes-Chambertin. Geared towards longevity, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2014 showcases Tortochot's unwavering dedication to quality, perfectly encapsulating this lesser-known producer's commitment to traditional winemaking methods. Don't miss this distinguished example of Burgundian brilliance, an eloquent testament to the Grand Cru status. Quite simply, a masterful expression of both fruit and site.
Inc. VAT£870.04 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Tenderly ripe red fruit, lovely sappy smoke aroma, some coffee and clove too - what a beauty! Exceptionally fine and expressive palate, with all the magic of grand cru. Surprisingly ready to drink, in many ways - yet there is clearly a whole host of complex flavour still in store.Inc. VAT£957.64 -
Revered and treasured among connoisseurs, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2016 is a distinguished Burgundian whiff. Emanating from the distinguished vineyards of Charmes-Chambertin, this Grand Cu proffers a delightful medley of profound fruit and undergrowth freshness with a dash of warm spice. The Tortochot estate follows traditional winemaking steps without chaptalization ensuring the prowess of nature comes through in each bottle. Fully hand-harvested and meticulously aged for 18 months in oak barrels, this red radiates an enticing combination of rich, velvety fruits woven with smooth tannins. In its maturity, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2016 emanates a lavish woody flavour taking it to further heights of elegance. The 2016 vintage is a reflection of excellent craft and heralds an enriching, lingering, and sublime experience for the palates of devout oenophiles.
Inc. VAT£883.24 -
Indulge the senses with Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2017. This iconic red Burgundy is forged in the respected vineyards of the Côte-d'Or, France. Domaine Tortochot, renowned for integrity in viticulture, delicately harvests the grapes by hand. Practising organic farming, they produce wine that is expressive of its territory and respectful of nature.
The 2017 vintage presents excellent structure, aromatic depth, and an impressive balance of fruit and tannin. Capturing the pure essence of Pinot Noir, it boasts ripe red cherries and blackberries underpinned by notes of rich spices.
Aged in French oak casks for 12 to 18 months, the wine expresses a delightful harmony of power and elegance. Unfiltered and meticulously bottled at the estate, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 is a testament to the dedication of Domaine Tortochot to produce world-class wine.
A sipping experience from this bottle undeniably unveils the luxurious sophistication only found in top-tier Grand Cru wines.
Inc. VAT£802.84 -
Distinguished for its immutable flavour profile, Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is the epitome of classic French viticulture. Hailing from the lush vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin, a revered terroir in the renowned Burgundy wine region, this Grand Cru is meticulously crafted by the family-run Domaine Tortochot, lauded for their dedication to sustainable winemaking practices. This 2018 vintage, aged in oak barrels for 18 months, ensures an opulent and velvety wine.
The elegant ruby red colour gives way to a delightful bouquet, abundant with ripe red fruit and rich earthy tones, followed by an intense, well-rounded palate. Finely integrated tannins alongside a persistent finish accentuate the wine’s delicate complexity. This superb French red is a testament to Domaine Tortochot’s prowess and the unique terroir of Charmes-Chambertin, ensuring the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 leaves an indelible mark on any wine connoisseur’s palate.
Inc. VAT£1,502.44 -
Experience the excellence of the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019, a stunning testament to French viticulture. Hailing from the prestigious Charmes-Chambertin appellation, this bewitching wine is the fruit of rigorous, biodynamic farming by the esteemed Tortochot family, based in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy. An extraordinary Pinot Noir, it's unfurling layers illuminate the superb terroir and tradition of the Grand Cru vineyard.
On the nose, expect a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, sous-bois and spiced undertones. The palate delivers a supremely balanced blend of vivacity and structure, hinting at its ageing potential. The wine was vinified seamlessly using indigenous yeasts, before 18 months of ageing in French oak barrels, imparting subtle tannins and enhancing complexity.
Devotees of Burgundian Pinot Noirs should await no more; the full-bodied, expressive Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 is a sensory treasure not to be missed.
Inc. VAT£1,352.44 -
Vinous (92)
The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has a fragrant nose: Morello cherries, freshly-picked cranberry and crushed stone, quite Mazis-like in style. The palate is fresh with a tobacco-tinged entry, lightly spiced with a fine grip on the finish. Maybe I would have liked more substance and a more lavish finish for a Charmes-Chambertin, but this should still drink well for 15-20 years.Inc. VAT£843.64 -
Inc. VAT£1,094.69 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyeres comes across a big, powerful and super intense. It bursts from the glass with huge dark fruit, freshly cut flowers, tar and licorice, all of which come together with notable intensity. The 2009 shows off superb textural richness all the way through to the finish. The Charmes is young, young, young. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039.Inc. VAT£1,369.24 -
Vinous (96+)
An utterly beguiling wine, the 2011 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyères is constantly changing in the glass. Violets, sage, rosemary, pipe tobacco and cedar meld into a core of deep, resonant black fruit. The 2011 is marked by cool veins of minerality that give the wine its piercing intensity and brightness. At times polished and refined while at other times wilder and more extroverted, the 2011 impresses for its multiple shades of contrast. What a gorgeous wine this is. The 2011 was done with 80% whole clusters and aged in 80% new oak. This is even better from bottle than it was from barrel.Inc. VAT£1,239.64 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru has a lighter bouquet than its peers, a little simplistic for a grand cru although it does improve in the glass, becoming savory with hints of dried blood. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, good weight if missing sophistication and breeding, showing a slight bitterness towards the dry finish and yet you cannot help but feel this is going to turn into a lovely Charmes-Chambertin. Maybe this is enduring a dumb phase ... you will just have to wait it out. Tasted September 2016.Inc. VAT£400.40 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru has a lighter bouquet than its peers, a little simplistic for a grand cru although it does improve in the glass, becoming savory with hints of dried blood. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, good weight if missing sophistication and breeding, showing a slight bitterness towards the dry finish and yet you cannot help but feel this is going to turn into a lovely Charmes-Chambertin. Maybe this is enduring a dumb phase ... you will just have to wait it out. Tasted September 2016.Inc. VAT£1,045.24 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.Inc. VAT£496.01 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.Inc. VAT£843.23 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.Inc. VAT£970.84 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.Inc. VAT£1,026.83 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.Inc. VAT£400.40 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.Inc. VAT£1,171.24 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from the oldest vines owned by the domaine, now 104 years old, which apparently have no disease and still offer good yields at around 30hl/ha. It has a quite a backward bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal crushed stone, broom and Provençal herb aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the 80% whole bunches neatly integrated, and gentle grip toward the finish. Good potential here.Inc. VAT£351.20 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from the oldest vines owned by the domaine, now 104 years old, which apparently have no disease and still offer good yields at around 30hl/ha. It has a quite a backward bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal crushed stone, broom and Provençal herb aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the 80% whole bunches neatly integrated, and gentle grip toward the finish. Good potential here.Inc. VAT£1,234.84 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chambertin-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from Vougeraie’s oldest vines (104 years of age, and the source for their sélection massale). It has an attractive bouquet, one that might dupe you into thinking there is some whole-bunch addition – but there is none! It’s just naturally earthy with potent autumn woodland scents. The medium-bodied palate offers fine-grained tannins, great tension and focus, and real precision and poise on the sustained finish. This is an absolute delight!Inc. VAT£400.40 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chambertin-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from Vougeraie’s oldest vines (104 years of age, and the source for their sélection massale). It has an attractive bouquet, one that might dupe you into thinking there is some whole-bunch addition – but there is none! It’s just naturally earthy with potent autumn woodland scents. The medium-bodied palate offers fine-grained tannins, great tension and focus, and real precision and poise on the sustained finish. This is an absolute delight!Inc. VAT£1,384.84 -
Vinous (94-96)
From 104-year-old vines that are still productive, the 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 100% whole bunches. It might well possess my pick of the bouquets from Vougeraie, offering vibrant red berry fruit infused with lovely incense and blood orange scents. The harmonious palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, well-judged acidity and beautiful balance. Very persistent in the mouth. This is an excellent Charmes-Chambertin.Inc. VAT£1,766.44 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from 114-year-old vines and is one of the few to contain stems this year, just 10%. It has an open-knit bouquet with red fruit, bay leaf and Earl Grey, nicely defined but certainly missing some power. The palate is clean and fresh with crunchy red fruit, slightly ferrous with a bit of dryness towards the finish. But there is a sense of complexity here, and I find this Charmes-Chambertin has plenty of character and sapidity.Inc. VAT£845.54 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from 114-year-old vines and is one of the few to contain stems this year, just 10%. It has an open-knit bouquet with red fruit, bay leaf and Earl Grey, nicely defined but certainly missing some power. The palate is clean and fresh with crunchy red fruit, slightly ferrous with a bit of dryness towards the finish. But there is a sense of complexity here, and I find this Charmes-Chambertin has plenty of character and sapidity.Inc. VAT£1,500.29
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Savour the superb Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2014, a prodigious epitome from the famed Charmes-Chambertin region of Burgundy, France. Renowned winegrower Domaine Tortochot meticulously crafts this unique Grand Cru, guaranteeing prestigious quality. This splendid 2014 vintage is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, hand-harvested from the illustrious limestone-rich vineyards. Connoisseurs will appreciate the structured yet refined palate, boasting layered red fruit flavours with a noticeable influence of ageing in French oak barriques. The expressive profile culminates in a beautifully balanced, enduring finish, demonstrating the authentic terroir character unique to Charmes-Chambertin. Geared towards longevity, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2014 showcases Tortochot's unwavering dedication to quality, perfectly encapsulating this lesser-known producer's commitment to traditional winemaking methods. Don't miss this distinguished example of Burgundian brilliance, an eloquent testament to the Grand Cru status. Quite simply, a masterful expression of both fruit and site.
In Bond£709.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Tenderly ripe red fruit, lovely sappy smoke aroma, some coffee and clove too - what a beauty! Exceptionally fine and expressive palate, with all the magic of grand cru. Surprisingly ready to drink, in many ways - yet there is clearly a whole host of complex flavour still in store.In Bond£782.00 -
Revered and treasured among connoisseurs, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2016 is a distinguished Burgundian whiff. Emanating from the distinguished vineyards of Charmes-Chambertin, this Grand Cu proffers a delightful medley of profound fruit and undergrowth freshness with a dash of warm spice. The Tortochot estate follows traditional winemaking steps without chaptalization ensuring the prowess of nature comes through in each bottle. Fully hand-harvested and meticulously aged for 18 months in oak barrels, this red radiates an enticing combination of rich, velvety fruits woven with smooth tannins. In its maturity, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2016 emanates a lavish woody flavour taking it to further heights of elegance. The 2016 vintage is a reflection of excellent craft and heralds an enriching, lingering, and sublime experience for the palates of devout oenophiles.
In Bond£720.00 -
Indulge the senses with Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2017. This iconic red Burgundy is forged in the respected vineyards of the Côte-d'Or, France. Domaine Tortochot, renowned for integrity in viticulture, delicately harvests the grapes by hand. Practising organic farming, they produce wine that is expressive of its territory and respectful of nature.
The 2017 vintage presents excellent structure, aromatic depth, and an impressive balance of fruit and tannin. Capturing the pure essence of Pinot Noir, it boasts ripe red cherries and blackberries underpinned by notes of rich spices.
Aged in French oak casks for 12 to 18 months, the wine expresses a delightful harmony of power and elegance. Unfiltered and meticulously bottled at the estate, the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 is a testament to the dedication of Domaine Tortochot to produce world-class wine.
A sipping experience from this bottle undeniably unveils the luxurious sophistication only found in top-tier Grand Cru wines.
In Bond£653.00 -
Distinguished for its immutable flavour profile, Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is the epitome of classic French viticulture. Hailing from the lush vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin, a revered terroir in the renowned Burgundy wine region, this Grand Cru is meticulously crafted by the family-run Domaine Tortochot, lauded for their dedication to sustainable winemaking practices. This 2018 vintage, aged in oak barrels for 18 months, ensures an opulent and velvety wine.
The elegant ruby red colour gives way to a delightful bouquet, abundant with ripe red fruit and rich earthy tones, followed by an intense, well-rounded palate. Finely integrated tannins alongside a persistent finish accentuate the wine’s delicate complexity. This superb French red is a testament to Domaine Tortochot’s prowess and the unique terroir of Charmes-Chambertin, ensuring the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 leaves an indelible mark on any wine connoisseur’s palate.
In Bond£1,236.00 -
Experience the excellence of the Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019, a stunning testament to French viticulture. Hailing from the prestigious Charmes-Chambertin appellation, this bewitching wine is the fruit of rigorous, biodynamic farming by the esteemed Tortochot family, based in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy. An extraordinary Pinot Noir, it's unfurling layers illuminate the superb terroir and tradition of the Grand Cru vineyard.
On the nose, expect a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, sous-bois and spiced undertones. The palate delivers a supremely balanced blend of vivacity and structure, hinting at its ageing potential. The wine was vinified seamlessly using indigenous yeasts, before 18 months of ageing in French oak barrels, imparting subtle tannins and enhancing complexity.
Devotees of Burgundian Pinot Noirs should await no more; the full-bodied, expressive Tortochot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 is a sensory treasure not to be missed.
In Bond£1,111.00 -
Vinous (92)
The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has a fragrant nose: Morello cherries, freshly-picked cranberry and crushed stone, quite Mazis-like in style. The palate is fresh with a tobacco-tinged entry, lightly spiced with a fine grip on the finish. Maybe I would have liked more substance and a more lavish finish for a Charmes-Chambertin, but this should still drink well for 15-20 years.In Bond£687.00 -
In Bond£893.00
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Wine Advocate (95)
The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyeres comes across a big, powerful and super intense. It bursts from the glass with huge dark fruit, freshly cut flowers, tar and licorice, all of which come together with notable intensity. The 2009 shows off superb textural richness all the way through to the finish. The Charmes is young, young, young. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039.In Bond£1,125.00 -
Vinous (96+)
An utterly beguiling wine, the 2011 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyères is constantly changing in the glass. Violets, sage, rosemary, pipe tobacco and cedar meld into a core of deep, resonant black fruit. The 2011 is marked by cool veins of minerality that give the wine its piercing intensity and brightness. At times polished and refined while at other times wilder and more extroverted, the 2011 impresses for its multiple shades of contrast. What a gorgeous wine this is. The 2011 was done with 80% whole clusters and aged in 80% new oak. This is even better from bottle than it was from barrel.In Bond£1,017.00 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru has a lighter bouquet than its peers, a little simplistic for a grand cru although it does improve in the glass, becoming savory with hints of dried blood. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, good weight if missing sophistication and breeding, showing a slight bitterness towards the dry finish and yet you cannot help but feel this is going to turn into a lovely Charmes-Chambertin. Maybe this is enduring a dumb phase ... you will just have to wait it out. Tasted September 2016.In Bond£331.00 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru has a lighter bouquet than its peers, a little simplistic for a grand cru although it does improve in the glass, becoming savory with hints of dried blood. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, good weight if missing sophistication and breeding, showing a slight bitterness towards the dry finish and yet you cannot help but feel this is going to turn into a lovely Charmes-Chambertin. Maybe this is enduring a dumb phase ... you will just have to wait it out. Tasted September 2016.In Bond£855.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.In Bond£408.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.In Bond£692.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2014 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 80% whole cluster fruit this year, a high percentage due to the age of the vines planted in 1902. There is fine delineation here, precise black cherry and cranberry scents with a touch of cold granite. It is a nose that demands respect, deservedly so. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple black and red fruit, very pure and smooth with a graceful, marmalade-tinged finish that lingers. This should grow up to be a very seductive, comely Charmes-Chambertin with a long future ahead.In Bond£793.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.In Bond£845.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.In Bond£331.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2015 Charmes Chambertin les Mazoyeres Grand Cru offers up notes of red and black fruit, beetroot, earth and whole cluster spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and silky, with an expansive attack, a layered mid-palate and a long, saline finish. This is quite stylized, marked by whole cluster fermentation which seems to give it a high pH feel, but for admirers of this particular aesthetic—a perspective my score reflects—this should offer two decades of rewarding drinking.In Bond£960.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from the oldest vines owned by the domaine, now 104 years old, which apparently have no disease and still offer good yields at around 30hl/ha. It has a quite a backward bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal crushed stone, broom and Provençal herb aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the 80% whole bunches neatly integrated, and gentle grip toward the finish. Good potential here.In Bond£290.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from the oldest vines owned by the domaine, now 104 years old, which apparently have no disease and still offer good yields at around 30hl/ha. It has a quite a backward bouquet that gradually unfurls to reveal crushed stone, broom and Provençal herb aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the 80% whole bunches neatly integrated, and gentle grip toward the finish. Good potential here.In Bond£1,013.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chambertin-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from Vougeraie’s oldest vines (104 years of age, and the source for their sélection massale). It has an attractive bouquet, one that might dupe you into thinking there is some whole-bunch addition – but there is none! It’s just naturally earthy with potent autumn woodland scents. The medium-bodied palate offers fine-grained tannins, great tension and focus, and real precision and poise on the sustained finish. This is an absolute delight!In Bond£331.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chambertin-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from Vougeraie’s oldest vines (104 years of age, and the source for their sélection massale). It has an attractive bouquet, one that might dupe you into thinking there is some whole-bunch addition – but there is none! It’s just naturally earthy with potent autumn woodland scents. The medium-bodied palate offers fine-grained tannins, great tension and focus, and real precision and poise on the sustained finish. This is an absolute delight!In Bond£1,138.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
From 104-year-old vines that are still productive, the 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Les Mazoyères Grand Cru includes 100% whole bunches. It might well possess my pick of the bouquets from Vougeraie, offering vibrant red berry fruit infused with lovely incense and blood orange scents. The harmonious palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, well-judged acidity and beautiful balance. Very persistent in the mouth. This is an excellent Charmes-Chambertin.In Bond£1,456.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from 114-year-old vines and is one of the few to contain stems this year, just 10%. It has an open-knit bouquet with red fruit, bay leaf and Earl Grey, nicely defined but certainly missing some power. The palate is clean and fresh with crunchy red fruit, slightly ferrous with a bit of dryness towards the finish. But there is a sense of complexity here, and I find this Charmes-Chambertin has plenty of character and sapidity.In Bond£695.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin les Mazoyères Grand Cru comes from 114-year-old vines and is one of the few to contain stems this year, just 10%. It has an open-knit bouquet with red fruit, bay leaf and Earl Grey, nicely defined but certainly missing some power. The palate is clean and fresh with crunchy red fruit, slightly ferrous with a bit of dryness towards the finish. But there is a sense of complexity here, and I find this Charmes-Chambertin has plenty of character and sapidity.In Bond£1,231.00
