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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Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2014 Volnay 1er Cru les Champans is more closed than its Volnay cousins at the moment, although there is certainly plenty of tensile fruit here, more black than red, with hints of orange rind and fig coming through with aeration. The palate is very refined, wonderfully poised with a keen line of acidity, adorned with wonderful symmetry towards the finish. This is just superb - a sophisticated Champans for long-term ageing.Inc. VAT£510.00 -
Vinous (93+)
The 2016 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has a wonderful bouquet of vivacious red cherry, wild strawberry, pressed rose petals and touches of sage and thyme. The palate is very well balanced with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, and crescendoing gently to a slightly meaty, delineated, long finish. I suspect this might close down for a few years, but there is huge potential here.Inc. VAT£1,002.07 -
Vinous (93+)
The 2016 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has a wonderful bouquet of vivacious red cherry, wild strawberry, pressed rose petals and touches of sage and thyme. The palate is very well balanced with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, and crescendoing gently to a slightly meaty, delineated, long finish. I suspect this might close down for a few years, but there is huge potential here.Inc. VAT£658.84 -
Vinous (93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru offers attractive black fruit mixed with briary, crushed rock and sea cave aromas on the nose that is all quite captivating. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, good depth and grip with a saline finish that gets the saliva flowing. Classy, old school Volnay.Inc. VAT£895.24 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has much more brightness and delineation than the Fremiets this year, with red cherries, wild strawberries and just a touch of iodine and sous-bois. This is nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine structure, pliant tannins and a harmonious finish. Not the most complex Champans encountered from this address, yet it has class.Inc. VAT£691.49 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru les Fremiets has an elegant bouquet with scents of briary, woodland and red berry fruit. There is lovely purity of fruit here, great transparency. The palate is well balanced with fine structure, quite firm tannin, superb focus with red merging with black fruit towards the slightly saline finish. This is a great wine from Jean-Pierre Chalot.Inc. VAT£445.24 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2016 Volnay 1er Cru les Fremiets, reduced to seven barrels this year (40% one- or two-year-old oak), offers attractive, pure, raspberry and crushed strawberry scents on the nose, floral scents (rose petals) sneaking out from under the coves with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, lithe tannin. I adore the harmony and precision of this Fremiets, not a powerful or flamboyant Volnay, but just Pinot Noir shimmering on the tongue. This comes highly recommended for those that appreciate classic Volnay.Inc. VAT£620.44 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2018 Volnay Les Fremiets 1er Cru comes from 0.61 hectares of vine that yielded 14 barrels this year. It has a feisty, high-toned bouquet of red currant, kirsch and orange zest aromas, hints of blue fruit emerging with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit and good density, the 20% new oak nicely integrated and lending presence on the midpalate. It just requires a little more precision on the finish, though it should age nicely.Inc. VAT£488.44 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Volnay Les Fremiets 1er Cru is perfumed on the nose with rose petals and iris flowers infusing cranberry and strawberry fruit. Maybe it just lacks a bit of complexity. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, a slightly chalky texture and gentle grip with a structured and more Pommard-inspired finish. Give this a couple of years in bottle.Inc. VAT£681.89 -
Vinous (86-88)
The 2017 Volnay Village comes across as very reduced on the nose at the moment, making it impossible to read. The palate is better with crunchy red cherry and strawberry fruit, a little balsamic in the background, quite sharp for a Volnay and just needing to find more amplitude on the finish.Inc. VAT£469.24 -
Vinous (87-89)
The 2018 Volnay Village comes from 1.94 hectares of vine spread over four large parcels plus some small plots. This has an attractive bouquet of mulberry and raspberry aromas, quite refined in style and delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm, almost Pommard-like tannins. This is a masculine Volnay, broody at the moment, but it will open up nicely with time in bottle, so don’t be afraid to stick it in the cellar for four or five years.Inc. VAT£386.69 -
Steeped in richness and depth, the Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020 is a fine example of meticulous viniculture. Sourced from 50-year-old vines in the famed Burgundy region of France, this exquisite red wine showcases Voillot's masterful precision in winemaking. Under the prestige of a fifth-generation vintner, the wine estate is renowned for its organic and sustainable practices, which has delivered some of the finest wines for decades.
Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020 expresses an intriguing blend of depth and complexity, revealing energetic red fruit flavours balanced by earthy undertones on the palate. This Pinot Noir wine boasts a firm structure, with an elegant finish that anchors persistent tannins and balanced acidity. As it develops, hints of forest floor and wild berry unravel, signifying its ageing potential. Fans of Burgundy Pinot Noir should not miss the opportunity to experience the eloquence and finesse of Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020.
Inc. VAT£446.69 -
Discover the refined elegance of Joseph Voillot Volnay 2021, a harmonious symphony of taste straight from the revered vineyards of Volnay, a village in the famed Côte de Beaune region in Burgundy, France. This exceptional wine has been carefully fermented in oak barrels, true to the traditional méthode bourguignonne. Soulfully crafted by the esteemed vintner, Joseph Voillot who brings over 40 years of winemaking dedication to the table.
The Joseph Voillot Volnay 2021 offers an exquisite balance of firm tannins and vibrant acidity, with captivating undertones of cherries and wild berries. As the wine breathes, tantalising notes of spice and earthiness emerge, further enhancing its complex character. Beneath a bright ruby hue, this ethereal Pinot Noir reveals a silky, medium-bodied palate, affirming its hallmark as an exemplar of Burgundian finesse and pedigree. Traverse the splendid gratification of this fine wine, an absolute must-have for discerning enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Inc. VAT£525.89 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. There is quite a lot of reduction on the nose of the Volnay Clos de la Bousse d'Or, but underneath is some quite decent redcurrant and fresh strawberry fruit that gradually unfurls in the glass. There is still some oak here to be resolved, but there is sufficient substance here to suggest that patience is all that is needed. The palate is medium-bodied and fleshy on the opening. This is soft and caressing in the mouth with quite a sensual and well-balanced finish that neatly carries the oak. This is well crafted but will improve with another 18-24 months in bottle.Inc. VAT£203.60 -
Wine Advocate (89)
Leading with a champignon-like note I would more have expected from Champans or other sites further north in this commune, Leroy’s 2007 Volnay Santenots du Milieu brims as well with red currant and cherry. Less refined in texture or refreshing (despite a tart fruit skin edge) than most Pinots in the present collection, it finishes with decisive chalkiness and persistent ripe fruit, but it isn’t clear to me that its faintly gum-numbing sense of tannic firmness will translate into longevity. Here’s one Leroy 2007 I would approach the same way as so many others of its vintage, namely to cellar for at most a few years, watchfully and recognizing that the wine might of course make a fool of me.Inc. VAT£3,745.45 -
Vinous (95)
One of the highlights in this lineup, the 2014 Volnay Santenots du Milieu is a total knock-out. Soaring aromatics lead into a core of dark-toned fruit in a powerful, brooding Volnay. The Santenots is endowed with serious palate intensity and gravitas from start to finish. Scents of smoke, licorice and exotic spices round things out in style. The 2014 Santenots is a big wine within the context of Volnay, and yet all the elements are deftly balanced. Lalou Bize-Leroy reports that there was quite a bit of hail in 2014. And the wine? It is superb. It's as simple as that.Inc. VAT£15,936.74 -
Vinous (95)
One of the highlights in this lineup, the 2014 Volnay Santenots du Milieu is a total knock-out. Soaring aromatics lead into a core of dark-toned fruit in a powerful, brooding Volnay. The Santenots is endowed with serious palate intensity and gravitas from start to finish. Scents of smoke, licorice and exotic spices round things out in style. The 2014 Santenots is a big wine within the context of Volnay, and yet all the elements are deftly balanced. Lalou Bize-Leroy reports that there was quite a bit of hail in 2014. And the wine? It is superb. It's as simple as that.Inc. VAT£29,835.89 -
Connoisseurs will be delighted by the Les Parcellaires de Saulx Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2019, an exceptional fine wine from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This elegant Pinot Noir boasts a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, hinting at the vineyard's astute dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking practices. Nestled in the heartland of uniquely terroir-driven wines, producer Les Parcellaires de Saulx meticulously cultivates this premier cru in mineral-rich limestone soil, contributing to its distinctive character. Following a careful harvest, the grapes are whole-cluster fermented, stirring and infusing the wine with the earthy undertones Burgundy connoisseurs covet. The 2019 vintage is noted for its balance, subtle tannins, and lingering finish – a testament to the vineyard's superior winemaking. Revel in the authentic Burgundy taste with Les Parcellaires de Saulx Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2019 - a true reflection of terroir excellence.
Inc. VAT£744.29 -
Unveiling the superbly crafted Louis Boillot Volnay 1er Cru Caillerets 2016, a masterpiece from the illustrious winemaker, Louis Boillot. Harmonious and expressive, this remarkable vintage is produced in the acclaimed vineyards of the premier cru, Caillerets, nestled in the heart of France's historic Volnay region. Infused with the delicate essence of fresh fruits and spiced undertones, this Pinot Noir variety is refined through traditional, time-honoured vinification methods. Boillot's masterful hand and decades-honed expertise imbue this creation with a distinctive elegance and an intricate complexity.
Boillot's pursuit of pure expression led him to adopt biodynamic farming techniques, a practice mirrored in every sip of this opulent wine. The burgundy red colour and silken texture add to the harmonious experience this Louis Boillot Volnay 1er Cru Caillerets 2016 provides. A perfectly curated balance between fruity vivacity and structured tannins makes this a truly exceptional addition for connoisseurs.
Inc. VAT£989.09 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2019 Volnay Les Brouillards 1er Cru immediately hits a level up from Les Angles, offering scents of vibrant red berry fruit, sous-bois and a hint of morels, all delineated and focused. There is much more brightness and energy on the palate of black plum, raspberry and allspice, leading to a nicely structured, quite peppery finish that lingers in the mouth. Excellent.Inc. VAT£860.98 -
Wine Advocate (90-92+)
From the southern side of this large premier cru, the 2017 Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chênes (Maison Louis Jadot) offers up appealing aromas of plums, pomegranate, espresso roast, raw cocoa and spices. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with good depth and concentration and a broad-shouldered chassis of fine but chalky tannin. This looks promising.Inc. VAT£475.49 -
Tim Atkin MW (94)
Densely flavorful on the palate, there are mulberries, cherry pits, grilled hazelnuts and a touch of underbrush. The fine-boned tannins chisel the rounded, medium-bodied palate before the perky acidity floods the nicely detailed finish. 2023-28Inc. VAT£435.64 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru has a very attractive, pure bouquet with shimmering red berry fruit, wilted rose petal and a touch of undergrowth that becomes increasingly floral with aeration. Impressive delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins. Sensual and supple, there are no hard edges here, and the finish seems to glide. This will be tempting young, but it has the substance to age.Inc. VAT£593.09 -
Vinous (86-88)
The 2018 Volnay Village has a strong potpourri/lavender bouquet that rather overrides the terroir expression. The palate is sweet and chewy on the entry, balanced and clean, but just missing a bit of charm and personality.Inc. VAT£629.09 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
This vineyard is worked by horse. 20% whole bunch vinification, 30% new wood. Dark purple with a little reduction. There is fine potential here too, in a liquid dark raspberry style, long on the palate, some sun dried cherries, but without the alcohol and excess of 2020. Good wine. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: December 2023.Inc. VAT£677.09
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Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2014 Volnay 1er Cru les Champans is more closed than its Volnay cousins at the moment, although there is certainly plenty of tensile fruit here, more black than red, with hints of orange rind and fig coming through with aeration. The palate is very refined, wonderfully poised with a keen line of acidity, adorned with wonderful symmetry towards the finish. This is just superb - a sophisticated Champans for long-term ageing.Inc. VAT£510.00 -
Vinous (93+)
The 2016 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has a wonderful bouquet of vivacious red cherry, wild strawberry, pressed rose petals and touches of sage and thyme. The palate is very well balanced with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, and crescendoing gently to a slightly meaty, delineated, long finish. I suspect this might close down for a few years, but there is huge potential here.In Bond£803.00 -
Vinous (93+)
The 2016 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has a wonderful bouquet of vivacious red cherry, wild strawberry, pressed rose petals and touches of sage and thyme. The palate is very well balanced with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, and crescendoing gently to a slightly meaty, delineated, long finish. I suspect this might close down for a few years, but there is huge potential here.In Bond£533.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru offers attractive black fruit mixed with briary, crushed rock and sea cave aromas on the nose that is all quite captivating. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, good depth and grip with a saline finish that gets the saliva flowing. Classy, old school Volnay.In Bond£730.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru has much more brightness and delineation than the Fremiets this year, with red cherries, wild strawberries and just a touch of iodine and sous-bois. This is nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine structure, pliant tannins and a harmonious finish. Not the most complex Champans encountered from this address, yet it has class.In Bond£557.00 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru les Fremiets has an elegant bouquet with scents of briary, woodland and red berry fruit. There is lovely purity of fruit here, great transparency. The palate is well balanced with fine structure, quite firm tannin, superb focus with red merging with black fruit towards the slightly saline finish. This is a great wine from Jean-Pierre Chalot.In Bond£355.00 -
Wine Advocate (91-93)
The 2016 Volnay 1er Cru les Fremiets, reduced to seven barrels this year (40% one- or two-year-old oak), offers attractive, pure, raspberry and crushed strawberry scents on the nose, floral scents (rose petals) sneaking out from under the coves with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, lithe tannin. I adore the harmony and precision of this Fremiets, not a powerful or flamboyant Volnay, but just Pinot Noir shimmering on the tongue. This comes highly recommended for those that appreciate classic Volnay.In Bond£501.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2018 Volnay Les Fremiets 1er Cru comes from 0.61 hectares of vine that yielded 14 barrels this year. It has a feisty, high-toned bouquet of red currant, kirsch and orange zest aromas, hints of blue fruit emerging with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit and good density, the 20% new oak nicely integrated and lending presence on the midpalate. It just requires a little more precision on the finish, though it should age nicely.In Bond£391.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Volnay Les Fremiets 1er Cru is perfumed on the nose with rose petals and iris flowers infusing cranberry and strawberry fruit. Maybe it just lacks a bit of complexity. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, a slightly chalky texture and gentle grip with a structured and more Pommard-inspired finish. Give this a couple of years in bottle.In Bond£549.00 -
Vinous (86-88)
The 2017 Volnay Village comes across as very reduced on the nose at the moment, making it impossible to read. The palate is better with crunchy red cherry and strawberry fruit, a little balsamic in the background, quite sharp for a Volnay and just needing to find more amplitude on the finish.In Bond£375.00 -
Vinous (87-89)
The 2018 Volnay Village comes from 1.94 hectares of vine spread over four large parcels plus some small plots. This has an attractive bouquet of mulberry and raspberry aromas, quite refined in style and delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm, almost Pommard-like tannins. This is a masculine Volnay, broody at the moment, but it will open up nicely with time in bottle, so don’t be afraid to stick it in the cellar for four or five years.In Bond£303.00 -
Steeped in richness and depth, the Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020 is a fine example of meticulous viniculture. Sourced from 50-year-old vines in the famed Burgundy region of France, this exquisite red wine showcases Voillot's masterful precision in winemaking. Under the prestige of a fifth-generation vintner, the wine estate is renowned for its organic and sustainable practices, which has delivered some of the finest wines for decades.
Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020 expresses an intriguing blend of depth and complexity, revealing energetic red fruit flavours balanced by earthy undertones on the palate. This Pinot Noir wine boasts a firm structure, with an elegant finish that anchors persistent tannins and balanced acidity. As it develops, hints of forest floor and wild berry unravel, signifying its ageing potential. Fans of Burgundy Pinot Noir should not miss the opportunity to experience the eloquence and finesse of Joseph Voillot Volnay 2020.
In Bond£353.00 -
Discover the refined elegance of Joseph Voillot Volnay 2021, a harmonious symphony of taste straight from the revered vineyards of Volnay, a village in the famed Côte de Beaune region in Burgundy, France. This exceptional wine has been carefully fermented in oak barrels, true to the traditional méthode bourguignonne. Soulfully crafted by the esteemed vintner, Joseph Voillot who brings over 40 years of winemaking dedication to the table.
The Joseph Voillot Volnay 2021 offers an exquisite balance of firm tannins and vibrant acidity, with captivating undertones of cherries and wild berries. As the wine breathes, tantalising notes of spice and earthiness emerge, further enhancing its complex character. Beneath a bright ruby hue, this ethereal Pinot Noir reveals a silky, medium-bodied palate, affirming its hallmark as an exemplar of Burgundian finesse and pedigree. Traverse the splendid gratification of this fine wine, an absolute must-have for discerning enthusiasts and collectors alike.
In Bond£419.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. There is quite a lot of reduction on the nose of the Volnay Clos de la Bousse d'Or, but underneath is some quite decent redcurrant and fresh strawberry fruit that gradually unfurls in the glass. There is still some oak here to be resolved, but there is sufficient substance here to suggest that patience is all that is needed. The palate is medium-bodied and fleshy on the opening. This is soft and caressing in the mouth with quite a sensual and well-balanced finish that neatly carries the oak. This is well crafted but will improve with another 18-24 months in bottle.In Bond£167.00 -
Wine Advocate (89)
Leading with a champignon-like note I would more have expected from Champans or other sites further north in this commune, Leroy’s 2007 Volnay Santenots du Milieu brims as well with red currant and cherry. Less refined in texture or refreshing (despite a tart fruit skin edge) than most Pinots in the present collection, it finishes with decisive chalkiness and persistent ripe fruit, but it isn’t clear to me that its faintly gum-numbing sense of tannic firmness will translate into longevity. Here’s one Leroy 2007 I would approach the same way as so many others of its vintage, namely to cellar for at most a few years, watchfully and recognizing that the wine might of course make a fool of me.In Bond£3,118.00 -
Vinous (95)
One of the highlights in this lineup, the 2014 Volnay Santenots du Milieu is a total knock-out. Soaring aromatics lead into a core of dark-toned fruit in a powerful, brooding Volnay. The Santenots is endowed with serious palate intensity and gravitas from start to finish. Scents of smoke, licorice and exotic spices round things out in style. The 2014 Santenots is a big wine within the context of Volnay, and yet all the elements are deftly balanced. Lalou Bize-Leroy reports that there was quite a bit of hail in 2014. And the wine? It is superb. It's as simple as that.In Bond£13,271.00 -
Vinous (95)
One of the highlights in this lineup, the 2014 Volnay Santenots du Milieu is a total knock-out. Soaring aromatics lead into a core of dark-toned fruit in a powerful, brooding Volnay. The Santenots is endowed with serious palate intensity and gravitas from start to finish. Scents of smoke, licorice and exotic spices round things out in style. The 2014 Santenots is a big wine within the context of Volnay, and yet all the elements are deftly balanced. Lalou Bize-Leroy reports that there was quite a bit of hail in 2014. And the wine? It is superb. It's as simple as that.In Bond£24,844.00 -
Connoisseurs will be delighted by the Les Parcellaires de Saulx Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2019, an exceptional fine wine from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This elegant Pinot Noir boasts a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, hinting at the vineyard's astute dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking practices. Nestled in the heartland of uniquely terroir-driven wines, producer Les Parcellaires de Saulx meticulously cultivates this premier cru in mineral-rich limestone soil, contributing to its distinctive character. Following a careful harvest, the grapes are whole-cluster fermented, stirring and infusing the wine with the earthy undertones Burgundy connoisseurs covet. The 2019 vintage is noted for its balance, subtle tannins, and lingering finish – a testament to the vineyard's superior winemaking. Revel in the authentic Burgundy taste with Les Parcellaires de Saulx Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2019 - a true reflection of terroir excellence.
In Bond£601.00 -
Unveiling the superbly crafted Louis Boillot Volnay 1er Cru Caillerets 2016, a masterpiece from the illustrious winemaker, Louis Boillot. Harmonious and expressive, this remarkable vintage is produced in the acclaimed vineyards of the premier cru, Caillerets, nestled in the heart of France's historic Volnay region. Infused with the delicate essence of fresh fruits and spiced undertones, this Pinot Noir variety is refined through traditional, time-honoured vinification methods. Boillot's masterful hand and decades-honed expertise imbue this creation with a distinctive elegance and an intricate complexity.
Boillot's pursuit of pure expression led him to adopt biodynamic farming techniques, a practice mirrored in every sip of this opulent wine. The burgundy red colour and silken texture add to the harmonious experience this Louis Boillot Volnay 1er Cru Caillerets 2016 provides. A perfectly curated balance between fruity vivacity and structured tannins makes this a truly exceptional addition for connoisseurs.
In Bond£805.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2019 Volnay Les Brouillards 1er Cru immediately hits a level up from Les Angles, offering scents of vibrant red berry fruit, sous-bois and a hint of morels, all delineated and focused. There is much more brightness and energy on the palate of black plum, raspberry and allspice, leading to a nicely structured, quite peppery finish that lingers in the mouth. Excellent.In Bond£679.00 -
Wine Advocate (90-92+)
From the southern side of this large premier cru, the 2017 Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chênes (Maison Louis Jadot) offers up appealing aromas of plums, pomegranate, espresso roast, raw cocoa and spices. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with good depth and concentration and a broad-shouldered chassis of fine but chalky tannin. This looks promising.In Bond£377.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (94)
Densely flavorful on the palate, there are mulberries, cherry pits, grilled hazelnuts and a touch of underbrush. The fine-boned tannins chisel the rounded, medium-bodied palate before the perky acidity floods the nicely detailed finish. 2023-28In Bond£347.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru has a very attractive, pure bouquet with shimmering red berry fruit, wilted rose petal and a touch of undergrowth that becomes increasingly floral with aeration. Impressive delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins. Sensual and supple, there are no hard edges here, and the finish seems to glide. This will be tempting young, but it has the substance to age.In Bond£475.00 -
Vinous (86-88)
The 2018 Volnay Village has a strong potpourri/lavender bouquet that rather overrides the terroir expression. The palate is sweet and chewy on the entry, balanced and clean, but just missing a bit of charm and personality.In Bond£505.00 -
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
This vineyard is worked by horse. 20% whole bunch vinification, 30% new wood. Dark purple with a little reduction. There is fine potential here too, in a liquid dark raspberry style, long on the palate, some sun dried cherries, but without the alcohol and excess of 2020. Good wine. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: December 2023.In Bond£545.00
