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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The Servin Chablis Blanchot 2018 is a truly exquisite example of Burgundian winemaking skill. This Cru Blanc is meticulously crafted from Chardonnay grapes, hand-picked from the eponymous Blanchot vineyard, a chalk-laden sloping terrain that is part of the essential terroir in Chablis. The Servin family, known for their insistence on tradition and quality, have reserved their old vines for this singular vintage, maintaining the concentrated expression of fruit that Chablis wines are celebrated for. Pale yellow in colour, the 2018 Blanchot boasts a complex nose incorporating citrus, white flowers, with subtle toasted almond undertones. On the palate, it is a harmony of minerality, acidity, and fruit, culminating in a lingering finish. Perfectly attuned to age gracefully, the Servin Chablis Blanchot 2018 is a remarkable testament to tradition and terroir, capturing the timeless spirit of Chablis in every bottle.
Inc. VAT£2,583.89 -
The Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2021 is an exquisite expression of the world-renowned Chablis region's terroir in France. Hailing from the esteemed vineyards La Blanchot, this grand cru level embodies the Servin family's winemaking mastery, honed across seven generations. Grown in predominantly Kimmeridgian clay, the Chardonnay varietal reveals a complex palette of layered subtleties with each sip.
Upon uncorking, you are greeted with an ethereal bouquet of apple blossom, ripe pear, and a whisper of flint. A taste reveals the resplendent minerality signature to the Blanchot terroir, duly balanced by an enduring acidity. Splendid ageing potential, this Chablis grand cru will only deepen in intrigue over time.
A bottle of Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2021 is an invitation to experience Chablis at its most expressionistic, a testament to Servin’s unwavering commitment to create wines of distinction. Embrace the elegance of France in a sip of this superlative wine.
Inc. VAT£806.98 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru has a delightful bouquet that opens with white peach and Golden Delicious, wonderful definition. The palate is well defined with a fine bead of acidity, nicely integrated oak, gaining intensity with a very harmonious and charming finish. This is a nicely crafted Les Clos.Inc. VAT£895.78 -
Experience the serene elegance of the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2017, a hallmark of finesse in the realm of fine wines. Produced by the esteemed Testut estate, nestled within the prestigious vineyards of Chablis, this exquisite concoction is an embodiment of meticulous viniculture. The 2017 vintage is an exemplary expression of Testut's unrivalled commitment to the ancient Kimmeridgian soil, capturing the region's unique subtleties. This Chablis Premier Cru, aglow with golden hues, seduces the palate with intricate mineral hints, underpinned by a bright citrus profile.
Meticulous handpicking, followed by a steel vat fermentation, preserve the wine's integrity and result in vibrant fruit flavours and great aromatic finesse. The ultimate companion to seafood and shellfish, the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2017 reaffirms the pedigree of this much-lauded wine house, taking you on a sensorial journey steeped in tradition and elegance.
Inc. VAT£574.18 -
Experience the exquisite French elegance in a bottle with the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2021. This brilliant white hails from the prestigious Testut vineyard, located in the heart of Chablis, Bourgogne. It boasts a superior Premier Cru status, one of the highly esteemed appellations in the region. This regal class of Chablis thrives in Kimmeridgian limestone-clay soil renowned for its capacity to produce distinctive, high-quality wines. The meticulous vinification of predominantly Chardonnay grapes using traditional winemaking techniques allows this wine to reveal a harmonious blend of robust mineral characteristics and delicate fruit accents.
A true testament to Cyril Testut’s passion and viticulture prowess, the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2021 presents a flavourful profile that ebbs and flows with enchanting notes of citrus and white percussions, finely rounded out by a crisp, saline finish. A clear beacon of refined indulgence and testament to timeless French viticulture, this Chablis is the embodiment of sophistication in every sip.
Inc. VAT£716.98 -
Rich in tradition and superior craftsmanship, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2016 is a pure expression of the northernmost territory of Burgundy. Consciously produced by Domaine Testut, a historic vineyard established in 1967, this pristine vintage is known for its impeccable mineral depth and aromatic complexity.
The Chardonnay grapes, flourishing in the Limestone-clay soils around Chablis, are carefully vinified under controlled temperature, preserving their unique fruitiness and terroir appeal. This Grand Cru is then matured in stainless steel vats to enhance its finesse and elegance.
A sip of the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2016 discloses the intricate bouquet of citrus, white flower and a hint of honey, balanced by a creamy texture, and a lingering minerality on the palate. It's a regal representation of Chablis, deserving of a place in the cellar of every discerning wine aficionado.
Inc. VAT£1,245.89 -
Discover the elegance of Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2017, a distinguished white wine from the renowned Testut estate. Located in the heart of the historic Chablis region, France, this family-run winery cultivates its vines on the famous Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils. This Grand Cru's unique character embodies complexity and finesse, rendered by traditional vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for a year. Exuding an exquisite melange of citrus, white flowers, and crushed oyster shells on the nose, it unfurls onto a palate of sublime minerality, demonstrating famed Chablis' terroir. The producer, Cyril Testut, an expert viticulturist, practices sustainable viticulture infering his profound respect for the biodiversity of the vineyard. Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2017 is synonymous with the confluence of legacy, mastery, and exceptional terroir; a gem for any aficionado's collection.
Inc. VAT£878.69 -
Unveiling an exquisite taste of Burgundy, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2018 is a magnificent representation of fine French winemaking. Acreaged on the picturesque slopes of Chablis’s Grand Cru vineyard, this wine is beautifully crafted by Château Testut, a heritage estate with a deep-rooted passion for wine-making since 1892. Employing traditional vinification methods, grapes meticulously chosen from 70-year-old vines, are subjected to pneumatic pressing. The juice is then fermented in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures, ensuring it retains the hallmark mineral purity of the terroir.
Imbibing a delicate golden hue, this vintage promises a complex aromatic ensemble of white flowers, ripe orchard fruits with underlying flinty overtones, interlaced with an elegant vanilla accent contributed by an 18-month sojourn in oak barrels. With an enduring finish, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2018 is a balanced marriage of robustness and finesse, a delightful addition for every wine aficionado's collection.
Inc. VAT£554.44 -
Experience the captivating allure of the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2020, an exceptional offering from the renowned Burgundy wine-producing region of France. Artfully crafted by esteemed French vintner Cyrille Testut, this divine Chardonnay boasts a fine balance, harmonising the fresh floral notes with subtle citrus undertones. Every sip is an invitation to indulge in its delicate purity, a hallmark of the Testut estate's legacy of authenticity. Vines as old as 70 years contribute to the rich depth and complexity of this exclusive Grand Cru vintage.
Affirming its pedigree, this exemplary Chablis is vinified in stainless steel tanks to preserve its natural intensity and minerality. Its spellbinding golden hue is a prelude to an indulgent olfactory journey of white flowers and largely dialled-back oak. Sourcing every grape from Grenouille - the smallest and arguably rarest of Chablis' seven Grand Cru appellation - the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2020 is an epitome of refined elegance in a bottle.
Inc. VAT£558.29 -
Experience the resplendence of Testut Chablis Vv 2021, a generous expression of one of France's most esteemed terroirs. Carefully cultivated in the lime-rich, Kimmeridgean- clay soil of Chablis, Burgundy, this Chardonnay blooms with a harmonious bouquet of green apple, citrus, and nuanced mineral undertones. Traditionally vinified, the Testut Chablis Vv 2021 underscores the competent stewardship of vintner Cyril Testut, who takes pride in his meticulous practice of sustainable viticulture and manual harvesting, thus preserving the pristine quality of the grapes. The wine is matured in stainless steel vats to maintain its crisp, fresh character before bottling. As the embodiment of Chablis' distinctive freshness, this poised and vibrant wine mingles elegance and complexity with lavish layers of flavour. In every bottle, savor the romance of France's timeless vineyards through Testut Chablis Vv 2021, an extraordinary testament to the artistry of traditional winemaking.
Inc. VAT£574.18 -
Inc. VAT£1,290.29 -
Vinous (93+)
Pale, bright yellow. Very closed but pure aromas of lemon zest and oil and wet stone. Wonderfully tactile, intense and alive, offering sharply chiseled flavors of citrus fruits, crushed rock and salty minerality and terrific lemony lift. This very deep but relatively austere 2015 calls for a good four or five years of aging but should ultimately be one of the elite premier crus of its vintage. (Dauvissat also opened a bottle of the 2009 Chablis La Forest, which combined wound-up aromas of lemon, crushed and minerals with some sexy biscuit and truffle suggestions of evolution. On the palate, the wine is still incredibly young, boasting terrific lemony energy and cut and showing just the first hints of empyreumatic and oyster shell character. This wine is neither high in alcohol nor in acidity yet it's classic and powerful and should broaden out dramatically in bottle over the next ten years.)Inc. VAT£647.21 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis La Forest 1er Cru is a big step up in all dimensions from the preceding 1ers in the cellar. Powerful, rich and also intensely mineral, the Forest is so vivid and so inviting. All the signatures of this site as interpreted by Vincent Dauvissat are ampled up in large-scaled Chablis endowed with tremendous personality and class. In a word: superb.Inc. VAT£2,571.67 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis La Forest 1er Cru is a big step up in all dimensions from the preceding 1ers in the cellar. Powerful, rich and also intensely mineral, the Forest is so vivid and so inviting. All the signatures of this site as interpreted by Vincent Dauvissat are ampled up in large-scaled Chablis endowed with tremendous personality and class. In a word: superb.Inc. VAT£1,171.24 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
A striking young wine, Dauvissat's brilliant 2020 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, orange oil, pear, oyster shell, freshly baked bread and smoke, framed by a deft touch of reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, it's taut and concentrated, with racy acids, chalky structuring and a long, searingly mineral finish. Recent years have delivered so many brilliant renditions of La Forest that it's hard to pick a favorite between the likes of 2008, 2014, 2017 and 2019, but the 2020 is certainly a worthy entrant into the competition, and it's worth a special effort to seek out.Inc. VAT£576.41 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
A striking young wine, Dauvissat's brilliant 2020 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, orange oil, pear, oyster shell, freshly baked bread and smoke, framed by a deft touch of reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, it's taut and concentrated, with racy acids, chalky structuring and a long, searingly mineral finish. Recent years have delivered so many brilliant renditions of La Forest that it's hard to pick a favorite between the likes of 2008, 2014, 2017 and 2019, but the 2020 is certainly a worthy entrant into the competition, and it's worth a special effort to seek out.Inc. VAT£1,684.86 -
Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER One of the Dauvissat specialities, the La Forest is a triumph in 2021. From seven small parcels, the total site is less than 1ha with average vine age more than 40 years. Intriguing, slightly smoky nose, highly distinctive and different to others in the range. Plenty of power, ripe stone fruit flavours, zesty citrus acidity with a herbaceous edge adding an extra dimension. Definitely of grand cru quality. (AH)Inc. VAT£2,250.58 -
Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER One of the Dauvissat specialities, the La Forest is a triumph in 2021. From seven small parcels, the total site is less than 1ha with average vine age more than 40 years. Intriguing, slightly smoky nose, highly distinctive and different to others in the range. Plenty of power, ripe stone fruit flavours, zesty citrus acidity with a herbaceous edge adding an extra dimension. Definitely of grand cru quality. (AH)Inc. VAT£1,318.84 -
Wine Advocate (93-96)
A brilliant wine in the making, Dauvissat's 2022 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with youthfully reductive scents of citrus oil, crisp stone fruit, white flowers, oyster shell and subtle hints of orange blossom. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with superb depth at the core and an electric finish, this cuvée has navigated the vintage's extremes with ease.Inc. VAT£1,209.89 -
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was more closed than the Séchets at this point in time, gradually revealing scents of white citrus fruit, nectarine, beeswax and flint, those aromas drawing you in with each swirl of the glass. The palate is very harmonious with a honeyed opening, very concentrated with dried honey, quince and a ravishing ginger and lemongrass-tinged finish that lingers long in the mouth. As usual, this is a flattering Vaillons but that would be to overlook the complexity and precision within.Inc. VAT£1,505.58 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Chablis Village is a clear step up from the Petit Chablis, beautifully defined with light pressed flower scents that complement the granite scents. The palate is saline on the entry with a fine bead of acidity, fine depth with quite a persistent finish. Elegant and somehow, understated.Inc. VAT£666.29 -
Inc. VAT£1,519.78 -
Vinous (93)
Palish straw-yellow color; less bright than some vintages in this tasting. (I've seen published tasting notes on this wine dating back as far as a decade that described it as distinctly golden in color, but not this bottle!) Rather wild aromas of hawthorn, acacia flower, chalk and cedar, plus a hint of truffle; not about fruit. Powerful, large-scaled and penetrating on the palate; densely packed but a bit disjointed owing to its combination of sweetness and bracing acidity. Conveys a rare impression of solidity for Chablis, suggesting that it will live on in bottle for many more years. But will it ever truly be fun to drink? Dauvissat noted that there was not a lot of juice in the press in '96, and the wine is clearly high in dry extract. This wine actually finished its malolactic fermentation after the '97 Clos did, and it was bottled later than that wine. (Dauvissat described this wine as le monstre--a bit special for its combination of huge alcohol, gras and very high acidity; he picked what he described as a normal crop on September 23 with potential alcohol ranging from 12.5% to 14.5% and the wine finished with between 5 and 5.5 grams per liter acidity)Inc. VAT£9,855.67 -
Vinous (95)
I have been fortunate to enjoy several bottles of Dauvissat’s 2006 Chablis Les Clos and they have all been gorgeous. This firm, taut Chablis was packed with perfumed, mineral-laced fruit. Although the wine will be even better with a few more years in the cellar it is pretty impressive even at this early stage.Inc. VAT£643.45 -
Vinous (96)
The 2009 Chablis Les Clos is inward, cool and impeccably precise. It presents a chiseled, sculpted expression of fruit, then blossoms on the mid-palate and finish as the voice of the year comes through. The 2009 is a relatively open, radiant Les Clos that should offer rewarding drinking fairly early for this cuvée. It is drop-dead gorgeous from start to finish.Inc. VAT£557.60 -
Vinous (95)
Pale yellow. Higher-pitched on the nose than the Preuses, offering strong oyster-shell minerality lifted by lavender and violet nuances. Densely packed, tactile and suave, displaying outstanding energy and inner-mouth citrussy lift. Comes across as less violent than the Preuses, and more perfumed on the palate. Finishes with oustanding length and a magically light touch.Inc. VAT£571.45 -
Wine Advocate (95)
From bottle, the 2016 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is more immediately expressive than the Preuses, revealing aromas of honeyed lemons, preserved citrus and quince. On the palate, it's fuller-bodied, deep and ample, even rich, with a layered core, succulent acids and almost chewy levels of extract, concluding with a long finish. It's a very serious Les Clos that could well be the wine of the vintage.Inc. VAT£3,217.24 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2018 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is simply magnificent. In this vintage, all the Clos signatures are kicked up a few notches. Readers will find a dramatic Chablis of grand, sweeping proportions. Lemon confit, white pepper, mint and dried flowers build as this flamboyant, exotic Chablis shows off its curves. The 2018 is simply magnificent. There is not much more I can say than that.Inc. VAT£586.40 -
Vinous (96-98)
The 2019 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is more strict and linear on the nose compared to Les Preuses, gradually developing some subtle grilled almond and walnut aromas. You just need about 30 seconds and you are lost in the aromas. The palate is exceptionally well balanced with a nigh-perfect thread of acidity. This Les Clos displays ethereal poise from start to finish and is blessed with a pixelated quality that distinguishes it from any other. Brilliant. Candidate for wine of the vintage.Inc. VAT£6,073.27 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is more open on the nose than Les Preuses, more floral with citrus peel and orange blossom aromas. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, lightly spiced, quite cohesive but maybe the Les Preuses shows a little more sophistication towards the finish. This should evolve into a divine Les Clos but as usual, it will need time.Inc. VAT£1,557.14
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The Servin Chablis Blanchot 2018 is a truly exquisite example of Burgundian winemaking skill. This Cru Blanc is meticulously crafted from Chardonnay grapes, hand-picked from the eponymous Blanchot vineyard, a chalk-laden sloping terrain that is part of the essential terroir in Chablis. The Servin family, known for their insistence on tradition and quality, have reserved their old vines for this singular vintage, maintaining the concentrated expression of fruit that Chablis wines are celebrated for. Pale yellow in colour, the 2018 Blanchot boasts a complex nose incorporating citrus, white flowers, with subtle toasted almond undertones. On the palate, it is a harmony of minerality, acidity, and fruit, culminating in a lingering finish. Perfectly attuned to age gracefully, the Servin Chablis Blanchot 2018 is a remarkable testament to tradition and terroir, capturing the timeless spirit of Chablis in every bottle.
In Bond£2,134.00 -
The Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2021 is an exquisite expression of the world-renowned Chablis region's terroir in France. Hailing from the esteemed vineyards La Blanchot, this grand cru level embodies the Servin family's winemaking mastery, honed across seven generations. Grown in predominantly Kimmeridgian clay, the Chardonnay varietal reveals a complex palette of layered subtleties with each sip.
Upon uncorking, you are greeted with an ethereal bouquet of apple blossom, ripe pear, and a whisper of flint. A taste reveals the resplendent minerality signature to the Blanchot terroir, duly balanced by an enduring acidity. Splendid ageing potential, this Chablis grand cru will only deepen in intrigue over time.
A bottle of Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2021 is an invitation to experience Chablis at its most expressionistic, a testament to Servin’s unwavering commitment to create wines of distinction. Embrace the elegance of France in a sip of this superlative wine.
In Bond£634.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru has a delightful bouquet that opens with white peach and Golden Delicious, wonderful definition. The palate is well defined with a fine bead of acidity, nicely integrated oak, gaining intensity with a very harmonious and charming finish. This is a nicely crafted Les Clos.In Bond£708.00 -
Experience the serene elegance of the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2017, a hallmark of finesse in the realm of fine wines. Produced by the esteemed Testut estate, nestled within the prestigious vineyards of Chablis, this exquisite concoction is an embodiment of meticulous viniculture. The 2017 vintage is an exemplary expression of Testut's unrivalled commitment to the ancient Kimmeridgian soil, capturing the region's unique subtleties. This Chablis Premier Cru, aglow with golden hues, seduces the palate with intricate mineral hints, underpinned by a bright citrus profile.
Meticulous handpicking, followed by a steel vat fermentation, preserve the wine's integrity and result in vibrant fruit flavours and great aromatic finesse. The ultimate companion to seafood and shellfish, the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2017 reaffirms the pedigree of this much-lauded wine house, taking you on a sensorial journey steeped in tradition and elegance.
In Bond£440.00 -
Experience the exquisite French elegance in a bottle with the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2021. This brilliant white hails from the prestigious Testut vineyard, located in the heart of Chablis, Bourgogne. It boasts a superior Premier Cru status, one of the highly esteemed appellations in the region. This regal class of Chablis thrives in Kimmeridgian limestone-clay soil renowned for its capacity to produce distinctive, high-quality wines. The meticulous vinification of predominantly Chardonnay grapes using traditional winemaking techniques allows this wine to reveal a harmonious blend of robust mineral characteristics and delicate fruit accents.
A true testament to Cyril Testut’s passion and viticulture prowess, the Testut Chablis 1er Cru Montee Tonnerre 2021 presents a flavourful profile that ebbs and flows with enchanting notes of citrus and white percussions, finely rounded out by a crisp, saline finish. A clear beacon of refined indulgence and testament to timeless French viticulture, this Chablis is the embodiment of sophistication in every sip.
In Bond£559.00 -
Rich in tradition and superior craftsmanship, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2016 is a pure expression of the northernmost territory of Burgundy. Consciously produced by Domaine Testut, a historic vineyard established in 1967, this pristine vintage is known for its impeccable mineral depth and aromatic complexity.
The Chardonnay grapes, flourishing in the Limestone-clay soils around Chablis, are carefully vinified under controlled temperature, preserving their unique fruitiness and terroir appeal. This Grand Cru is then matured in stainless steel vats to enhance its finesse and elegance.
A sip of the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2016 discloses the intricate bouquet of citrus, white flower and a hint of honey, balanced by a creamy texture, and a lingering minerality on the palate. It's a regal representation of Chablis, deserving of a place in the cellar of every discerning wine aficionado.
In Bond£1,019.00 -
Discover the elegance of Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2017, a distinguished white wine from the renowned Testut estate. Located in the heart of the historic Chablis region, France, this family-run winery cultivates its vines on the famous Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils. This Grand Cru's unique character embodies complexity and finesse, rendered by traditional vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for a year. Exuding an exquisite melange of citrus, white flowers, and crushed oyster shells on the nose, it unfurls onto a palate of sublime minerality, demonstrating famed Chablis' terroir. The producer, Cyril Testut, an expert viticulturist, practices sustainable viticulture infering his profound respect for the biodiversity of the vineyard. Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2017 is synonymous with the confluence of legacy, mastery, and exceptional terroir; a gem for any aficionado's collection.
In Bond£713.00 -
Unveiling an exquisite taste of Burgundy, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2018 is a magnificent representation of fine French winemaking. Acreaged on the picturesque slopes of Chablis’s Grand Cru vineyard, this wine is beautifully crafted by Château Testut, a heritage estate with a deep-rooted passion for wine-making since 1892. Employing traditional vinification methods, grapes meticulously chosen from 70-year-old vines, are subjected to pneumatic pressing. The juice is then fermented in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures, ensuring it retains the hallmark mineral purity of the terroir.
Imbibing a delicate golden hue, this vintage promises a complex aromatic ensemble of white flowers, ripe orchard fruits with underlying flinty overtones, interlaced with an elegant vanilla accent contributed by an 18-month sojourn in oak barrels. With an enduring finish, the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2018 is a balanced marriage of robustness and finesse, a delightful addition for every wine aficionado's collection.
In Bond£446.00 -
Experience the captivating allure of the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2020, an exceptional offering from the renowned Burgundy wine-producing region of France. Artfully crafted by esteemed French vintner Cyrille Testut, this divine Chardonnay boasts a fine balance, harmonising the fresh floral notes with subtle citrus undertones. Every sip is an invitation to indulge in its delicate purity, a hallmark of the Testut estate's legacy of authenticity. Vines as old as 70 years contribute to the rich depth and complexity of this exclusive Grand Cru vintage.
Affirming its pedigree, this exemplary Chablis is vinified in stainless steel tanks to preserve its natural intensity and minerality. Its spellbinding golden hue is a prelude to an indulgent olfactory journey of white flowers and largely dialled-back oak. Sourcing every grape from Grenouille - the smallest and arguably rarest of Chablis' seven Grand Cru appellation - the Testut Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2020 is an epitome of refined elegance in a bottle.
In Bond£446.00 -
Experience the resplendence of Testut Chablis Vv 2021, a generous expression of one of France's most esteemed terroirs. Carefully cultivated in the lime-rich, Kimmeridgean- clay soil of Chablis, Burgundy, this Chardonnay blooms with a harmonious bouquet of green apple, citrus, and nuanced mineral undertones. Traditionally vinified, the Testut Chablis Vv 2021 underscores the competent stewardship of vintner Cyril Testut, who takes pride in his meticulous practice of sustainable viticulture and manual harvesting, thus preserving the pristine quality of the grapes. The wine is matured in stainless steel vats to maintain its crisp, fresh character before bottling. As the embodiment of Chablis' distinctive freshness, this poised and vibrant wine mingles elegance and complexity with lavish layers of flavour. In every bottle, savor the romance of France's timeless vineyards through Testut Chablis Vv 2021, an extraordinary testament to the artistry of traditional winemaking.
In Bond£440.00 -
In Bond£1,056.00
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Vinous (93+)
Pale, bright yellow. Very closed but pure aromas of lemon zest and oil and wet stone. Wonderfully tactile, intense and alive, offering sharply chiseled flavors of citrus fruits, crushed rock and salty minerality and terrific lemony lift. This very deep but relatively austere 2015 calls for a good four or five years of aging but should ultimately be one of the elite premier crus of its vintage. (Dauvissat also opened a bottle of the 2009 Chablis La Forest, which combined wound-up aromas of lemon, crushed and minerals with some sexy biscuit and truffle suggestions of evolution. On the palate, the wine is still incredibly young, boasting terrific lemony energy and cut and showing just the first hints of empyreumatic and oyster shell character. This wine is neither high in alcohol nor in acidity yet it's classic and powerful and should broaden out dramatically in bottle over the next ten years.)In Bond£534.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis La Forest 1er Cru is a big step up in all dimensions from the preceding 1ers in the cellar. Powerful, rich and also intensely mineral, the Forest is so vivid and so inviting. All the signatures of this site as interpreted by Vincent Dauvissat are ampled up in large-scaled Chablis endowed with tremendous personality and class. In a word: superb.In Bond£2,111.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis La Forest 1er Cru is a big step up in all dimensions from the preceding 1ers in the cellar. Powerful, rich and also intensely mineral, the Forest is so vivid and so inviting. All the signatures of this site as interpreted by Vincent Dauvissat are ampled up in large-scaled Chablis endowed with tremendous personality and class. In a word: superb.In Bond£960.00 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
A striking young wine, Dauvissat's brilliant 2020 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, orange oil, pear, oyster shell, freshly baked bread and smoke, framed by a deft touch of reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, it's taut and concentrated, with racy acids, chalky structuring and a long, searingly mineral finish. Recent years have delivered so many brilliant renditions of La Forest that it's hard to pick a favorite between the likes of 2008, 2014, 2017 and 2019, but the 2020 is certainly a worthy entrant into the competition, and it's worth a special effort to seek out.In Bond£475.00 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
A striking young wine, Dauvissat's brilliant 2020 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, orange oil, pear, oyster shell, freshly baked bread and smoke, framed by a deft touch of reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, it's taut and concentrated, with racy acids, chalky structuring and a long, searingly mineral finish. Recent years have delivered so many brilliant renditions of La Forest that it's hard to pick a favorite between the likes of 2008, 2014, 2017 and 2019, but the 2020 is certainly a worthy entrant into the competition, and it's worth a special effort to seek out.In Bond£1,380.00 -
Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER One of the Dauvissat specialities, the La Forest is a triumph in 2021. From seven small parcels, the total site is less than 1ha with average vine age more than 40 years. Intriguing, slightly smoky nose, highly distinctive and different to others in the range. Plenty of power, ripe stone fruit flavours, zesty citrus acidity with a herbaceous edge adding an extra dimension. Definitely of grand cru quality. (AH)In Bond£1,837.00 -
Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER One of the Dauvissat specialities, the La Forest is a triumph in 2021. From seven small parcels, the total site is less than 1ha with average vine age more than 40 years. Intriguing, slightly smoky nose, highly distinctive and different to others in the range. Plenty of power, ripe stone fruit flavours, zesty citrus acidity with a herbaceous edge adding an extra dimension. Definitely of grand cru quality. (AH)In Bond£1,083.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-96)
A brilliant wine in the making, Dauvissat's 2022 Chablis 1er Cru La Forest unfurls in the glass with youthfully reductive scents of citrus oil, crisp stone fruit, white flowers, oyster shell and subtle hints of orange blossom. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with superb depth at the core and an electric finish, this cuvée has navigated the vintage's extremes with ease.In Bond£989.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was more closed than the Séchets at this point in time, gradually revealing scents of white citrus fruit, nectarine, beeswax and flint, those aromas drawing you in with each swirl of the glass. The palate is very harmonious with a honeyed opening, very concentrated with dried honey, quince and a ravishing ginger and lemongrass-tinged finish that lingers long in the mouth. As usual, this is a flattering Vaillons but that would be to overlook the complexity and precision within.In Bond£1,229.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Chablis Village is a clear step up from the Petit Chablis, beautifully defined with light pressed flower scents that complement the granite scents. The palate is saline on the entry with a fine bead of acidity, fine depth with quite a persistent finish. Elegant and somehow, understated.In Bond£536.00 -
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Vinous (93)
Palish straw-yellow color; less bright than some vintages in this tasting. (I've seen published tasting notes on this wine dating back as far as a decade that described it as distinctly golden in color, but not this bottle!) Rather wild aromas of hawthorn, acacia flower, chalk and cedar, plus a hint of truffle; not about fruit. Powerful, large-scaled and penetrating on the palate; densely packed but a bit disjointed owing to its combination of sweetness and bracing acidity. Conveys a rare impression of solidity for Chablis, suggesting that it will live on in bottle for many more years. But will it ever truly be fun to drink? Dauvissat noted that there was not a lot of juice in the press in '96, and the wine is clearly high in dry extract. This wine actually finished its malolactic fermentation after the '97 Clos did, and it was bottled later than that wine. (Dauvissat described this wine as le monstre--a bit special for its combination of huge alcohol, gras and very high acidity; he picked what he described as a normal crop on September 23 with potential alcohol ranging from 12.5% to 14.5% and the wine finished with between 5 and 5.5 grams per liter acidity)In Bond£8,181.00 -
Vinous (95)
I have been fortunate to enjoy several bottles of Dauvissat’s 2006 Chablis Les Clos and they have all been gorgeous. This firm, taut Chablis was packed with perfumed, mineral-laced fruit. Although the wine will be even better with a few more years in the cellar it is pretty impressive even at this early stage.In Bond£533.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2009 Chablis Les Clos is inward, cool and impeccably precise. It presents a chiseled, sculpted expression of fruit, then blossoms on the mid-palate and finish as the voice of the year comes through. The 2009 is a relatively open, radiant Les Clos that should offer rewarding drinking fairly early for this cuvée. It is drop-dead gorgeous from start to finish.In Bond£462.00 -
Vinous (95)
Pale yellow. Higher-pitched on the nose than the Preuses, offering strong oyster-shell minerality lifted by lavender and violet nuances. Densely packed, tactile and suave, displaying outstanding energy and inner-mouth citrussy lift. Comes across as less violent than the Preuses, and more perfumed on the palate. Finishes with oustanding length and a magically light touch.In Bond£473.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
From bottle, the 2016 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is more immediately expressive than the Preuses, revealing aromas of honeyed lemons, preserved citrus and quince. On the palate, it's fuller-bodied, deep and ample, even rich, with a layered core, succulent acids and almost chewy levels of extract, concluding with a long finish. It's a very serious Les Clos that could well be the wine of the vintage.In Bond£2,665.00 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2018 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is simply magnificent. In this vintage, all the Clos signatures are kicked up a few notches. Readers will find a dramatic Chablis of grand, sweeping proportions. Lemon confit, white pepper, mint and dried flowers build as this flamboyant, exotic Chablis shows off its curves. The 2018 is simply magnificent. There is not much more I can say than that.In Bond£486.00 -
Vinous (96-98)
The 2019 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is more strict and linear on the nose compared to Les Preuses, gradually developing some subtle grilled almond and walnut aromas. You just need about 30 seconds and you are lost in the aromas. The palate is exceptionally well balanced with a nigh-perfect thread of acidity. This Les Clos displays ethereal poise from start to finish and is blessed with a pixelated quality that distinguishes it from any other. Brilliant. Candidate for wine of the vintage.In Bond£5,029.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is more open on the nose than Les Preuses, more floral with citrus peel and orange blossom aromas. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, lightly spiced, quite cohesive but maybe the Les Preuses shows a little more sophistication towards the finish. This should evolve into a divine Les Clos but as usual, it will need time.In Bond£1,288.00
