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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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
Gorgeous glowing purple with an amazing wealth of fruit including some brilliant floral notes. Classic old rose with some peonies too. Full ripe without going over the top. Some plum notes along with the more classical red fruits, swells across the palate. Finishes with a fine depth of fruit.Inc. VAT£7,249.92 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Richebourg Grand Cru is very pure and focused, featuring strawberry, raspberry, orange peel and blood orange aromas; a hint of black truffle emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with firm but fine tannins. Wonderfully focused, spicier and more savory than the 2018, leading into a long finish, this is a superb Richebourg, even if at the moment I would like to see more of its aristocratic origin.Inc. VAT£944.66 -
(1x75cl) 2020Tim Atkin MW (96)
Blackberries and black currants mesh with violets and sweet herbs on the nose. The palate turns a bit darker with fresh mushrooms and damp earth. There's even an exotic whiff of incense. There is terrific sap and energy here with lean, svelte tannins and racy acidity aplenty for longevity. This comes from 60- to 70-year-old vines in Les V roilles, positioned between DRC and Leroy. 2024-38Inc. VAT£2,809.49 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Richebourg Grand Cru has a beautifully-defined bouquet, dark berries with lots of undergrowth, light shaved black truffle aromas. The mineralité shines through here. The palate is medium-bodied with lithe tannins, crisp and quite linear for a Richebourg. Though not persistent as recent vintages, it maintains superb focus with a residual white pepper tinged aftertaste. Excellent.Inc. VAT£1,021.45 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Richebourg Grand Cru has a beautifully-defined bouquet, dark berries with lots of undergrowth, light shaved black truffle aromas. The mineralité shines through here. The palate is medium-bodied with lithe tannins, crisp and quite linear for a Richebourg. Though not persistent as recent vintages, it maintains superb focus with a residual white pepper tinged aftertaste. Excellent.Inc. VAT£5,796.29 -
(3x75cl) 2022Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
5 Star Wine. A brilliant purple, with a fascinating touch of spice to add to the depth of dark yet royal fruit. Just keeps getting more profound on the nose. Incredibly intense through the middle, excellent mineral acidity behind, and a length well above the others. Thank you for this perfection.Inc. VAT£2,595.49 -
(6x75cl) 2023Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
A lovely bright deep ruby, purple in the middle. The 2023 Richebourg starts exuberantly then refines with a greater sense of detail. The fruit swarms across the palate but not in an obstreperous way, with a sensuality to the raspberry that is hard to imagine. There is tannin present, and enough acidity but the fruit covers them both and extends to a remarkable finish. Super sensual and really finely balanced at the same time. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. VAT£5,243.15 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux, from vines planted back in 1903, has a beautifully-defined bouquet that unfurls in the glass, black plum and cranberry, touches of sea spray coming through with time. The palate is well balanced with fresh red fruit on the entry, lightly spiced, quite cohesive with a velvety finish. Lovely.Inc. VAT£204.12 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux, from vines planted back in 1903, has a beautifully-defined bouquet that unfurls in the glass, black plum and cranberry, touches of sea spray coming through with time. The palate is well balanced with fresh red fruit on the entry, lightly spiced, quite cohesive with a velvety finish. Lovely.Inc. VAT£1,147.92 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux offers dark berry fruit on the nose, a touch of wild thyme and hints of rosemary. The palate is smooth and caressing, fine tannins, redcurrant and wild strawberry with a dab of black pepper on the finish. One of the more successful wines from the Domaine - a treat. Four barrels produced.Inc. VAT£170.93 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Beaune Les Boucherottes 1er Cru was completely de-stemmed as the vines naturally produce acidity. The malo had not finished on this cuvée but there appears to be fine concentration on the nose considering the vintage. The palate is sweet, slightly candied on the entry with blood orange and tangerine infusing the red fruit. Ripe and energetic on the simple yet effective finish. Fine.Inc. VAT£473.40 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£587.68 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
Mid purple, just slightly reductive, so the wine comes across as a little bit meatier than the Côte de Nuits village wines already tasted. Sound, with some lifted cherry fruit now coming through, with quite a persistent finish, growing in elegance. Drink from 2030-2035. Tasted Oct 2024.Inc. VAT£403.49 -
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(6x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£477.59 -
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(1x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£93.59 -
(6x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£236.75 -
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Unveiling a distinctive vintage, Anne-Francoise Gros Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 hails from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This distinguished wine crafts an invigorating narrative of terroir—its earthy bouquet truly encapsulating the character of the storied Clos de Vougeot climat. The Grand Cru classification testifies to the premier quality of the vineyards used by Anne-Francoise Gros, a venerated producer with an illustrious history of winemaking dating back to the 19th century.
Elaborated following meticulous techniques, the robust Pinot Noir grapes for Anne-Francoise Gros Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 were delicately handpicked, ensuring optimal ripeness. Post-harvest, the wine undergoes a finely-tuned maturation in French oak barrels, resulting in a complex, full-bodied profile with alluring notes of red fruits and soft hints of spice. A marvellous choice for aficionados of rich, aged wines, this Grand Cru effortlessly embodies the essence of its distinguished Burgundian roots.
Inc. VAT£917.16 -
(6x75cl) 2018Inc. VAT£1,621.49 -
Burghound (91-93)
Here the wood treatment is notably more discreet if not completely imperceptible as it allows the spice mélange of red and black pinot fruit, plum, earth and sandalwood hints to be easily appreciated. There is fine volume and density to the velvety, mouth coating and seductively textured flavors that possess so much dry extract on the balanced finish that this could easily be enjoyed now though note well that there is plenty of development potential. This is really quite good.Inc. VAT£3,029.60 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Echézeaux Grand Cru comes from vines over 90 years old and is matured entirely in new oak. It has a very pure, seductive bouquet of black cherry and raspberry fruit infused with pressed iris and hints of India ink. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit and gentle grip, stiffening a little toward the finish, which just needs a little more flesh to come through. Afford this five years in bottle if possible, because it shows fine balance.Inc. VAT£2,354.44 -
(6x75cl) 2018Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has a broody bouquet with dark berry fruit laced with black tea and touches of leather. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, almost "chunky" tannins. This is not a graceful Echézeaux but there is plenty of substance with a judicious touch of spice on the finish. Fine, but give it time.Inc. VAT£2,545.24 -
Inc. VAT£1,844.76 -
Inc. VAT£798.80
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
Gorgeous glowing purple with an amazing wealth of fruit including some brilliant floral notes. Classic old rose with some peonies too. Full ripe without going over the top. Some plum notes along with the more classical red fruits, swells across the palate. Finishes with a fine depth of fruit.In Bond£6,023.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Richebourg Grand Cru is very pure and focused, featuring strawberry, raspberry, orange peel and blood orange aromas; a hint of black truffle emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with firm but fine tannins. Wonderfully focused, spicier and more savory than the 2018, leading into a long finish, this is a superb Richebourg, even if at the moment I would like to see more of its aristocratic origin.In Bond£784.00 -
(1x75cl) 2020
Tim Atkin MW (96)
Blackberries and black currants mesh with violets and sweet herbs on the nose. The palate turns a bit darker with fresh mushrooms and damp earth. There's even an exotic whiff of incense. There is terrific sap and energy here with lean, svelte tannins and racy acidity aplenty for longevity. This comes from 60- to 70-year-old vines in Les V roilles, positioned between DRC and Leroy. 2024-38In Bond£2,338.14 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Richebourg Grand Cru has a beautifully-defined bouquet, dark berries with lots of undergrowth, light shaved black truffle aromas. The mineralité shines through here. The palate is medium-bodied with lithe tannins, crisp and quite linear for a Richebourg. Though not persistent as recent vintages, it maintains superb focus with a residual white pepper tinged aftertaste. Excellent.In Bond£848.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Richebourg Grand Cru has a beautifully-defined bouquet, dark berries with lots of undergrowth, light shaved black truffle aromas. The mineralité shines through here. The palate is medium-bodied with lithe tannins, crisp and quite linear for a Richebourg. Though not persistent as recent vintages, it maintains superb focus with a residual white pepper tinged aftertaste. Excellent.In Bond£4,811.00 -
(3x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
5 Star Wine. A brilliant purple, with a fascinating touch of spice to add to the depth of dark yet royal fruit. Just keeps getting more profound on the nose. Incredibly intense through the middle, excellent mineral acidity behind, and a length well above the others. Thank you for this perfection.In Bond£2,153.61 -
(6x75cl) 2023
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
A lovely bright deep ruby, purple in the middle. The 2023 Richebourg starts exuberantly then refines with a greater sense of detail. The fruit swarms across the palate but not in an obstreperous way, with a sensuality to the raspberry that is hard to imagine. There is tannin present, and enough acidity but the fruit covers them both and extends to a remarkable finish. Super sensual and really finely balanced at the same time. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.In Bond£4,350.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux, from vines planted back in 1903, has a beautifully-defined bouquet that unfurls in the glass, black plum and cranberry, touches of sea spray coming through with time. The palate is well balanced with fresh red fruit on the entry, lightly spiced, quite cohesive with a velvety finish. Lovely.In Bond£167.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux, from vines planted back in 1903, has a beautifully-defined bouquet that unfurls in the glass, black plum and cranberry, touches of sea spray coming through with time. The palate is well balanced with fresh red fruit on the entry, lightly spiced, quite cohesive with a velvety finish. Lovely.In Bond£938.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux offers dark berry fruit on the nose, a touch of wild thyme and hints of rosemary. The palate is smooth and caressing, fine tannins, redcurrant and wild strawberry with a dab of black pepper on the finish. One of the more successful wines from the Domaine - a treat. Four barrels produced.In Bond£139.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Beaune Les Boucherottes 1er Cru was completely de-stemmed as the vines naturally produce acidity. The malo had not finished on this cuvée but there appears to be fine concentration on the nose considering the vintage. The palate is sweet, slightly candied on the entry with blood orange and tangerine infusing the red fruit. Ripe and energetic on the simple yet effective finish. Fine.In Bond£375.26 -
(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£471.13
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
Mid purple, just slightly reductive, so the wine comes across as a little bit meatier than the Côte de Nuits village wines already tasted. Sound, with some lifted cherry fruit now coming through, with quite a persistent finish, growing in elegance. Drink from 2030-2035. Tasted Oct 2024.In Bond£317.00 -
In Bond£437.00
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In Bond£437.00
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(6x75cl) 2021In Bond£377.32
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In Bond£254.00
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In Bond£172.00
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In Bond£141.00
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(1x75cl) 2019In Bond£75.00
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(6x75cl) 2021In Bond£179.38
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In Bond£130.00
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In Bond£530.00
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Unveiling a distinctive vintage, Anne-Francoise Gros Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 hails from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This distinguished wine crafts an invigorating narrative of terroir—its earthy bouquet truly encapsulating the character of the storied Clos de Vougeot climat. The Grand Cru classification testifies to the premier quality of the vineyards used by Anne-Francoise Gros, a venerated producer with an illustrious history of winemaking dating back to the 19th century.
Elaborated following meticulous techniques, the robust Pinot Noir grapes for Anne-Francoise Gros Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 were delicately handpicked, ensuring optimal ripeness. Post-harvest, the wine undergoes a finely-tuned maturation in French oak barrels, resulting in a complex, full-bodied profile with alluring notes of red fruits and soft hints of spice. A marvellous choice for aficionados of rich, aged wines, this Grand Cru effortlessly embodies the essence of its distinguished Burgundian roots.
In Bond£755.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018In Bond£1,332.00
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Burghound (91-93)
Here the wood treatment is notably more discreet if not completely imperceptible as it allows the spice mélange of red and black pinot fruit, plum, earth and sandalwood hints to be easily appreciated. There is fine volume and density to the velvety, mouth coating and seductively textured flavors that possess so much dry extract on the balanced finish that this could easily be enjoyed now though note well that there is plenty of development potential. This is really quite good.In Bond£2,504.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017
Vinous (92-94)
The 2017 Echézeaux Grand Cru comes from vines over 90 years old and is matured entirely in new oak. It has a very pure, seductive bouquet of black cherry and raspberry fruit infused with pressed iris and hints of India ink. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit and gentle grip, stiffening a little toward the finish, which just needs a little more flesh to come through. Afford this five years in bottle if possible, because it shows fine balance.In Bond£1,946.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has a broody bouquet with dark berry fruit laced with black tea and touches of leather. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, almost "chunky" tannins. This is not a graceful Echézeaux but there is plenty of substance with a judicious touch of spice on the finish. Fine, but give it time.In Bond£2,105.00 -
In Bond£1,528.00
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In Bond£645.00
