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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Fougeray Beauclair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2017 is a masterpiece delicate Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. This vineyard, under the thoughtful stewardship of Patrice Olivier, produces only a limited quantity of this opulent wine that's redolent with complex aromas of ripe cherries, truffle, and earthy undertones.
The vineyard has an eastward exposure and limestone-clay soil, ideal for growing the Pinot Noir grapes that are manually picked before undergoing a traditional Burgundian winemaking process. The wine is aged in 100% new oak, for 18 months, enhancing its rich, palate-coating flavours of red fruit, spices and toasty notes.
The Fougeray Beauclair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2017 offers a long and grace-filled finish, a testament to the meticulous care and patience of its production. A remarkable display of Burgundian excellence, making it a coveted addition to any discerning connoisseur’s cellar.
Inc. VAT£2,179.44 -
Inc. VAT£225.55 -
Wine Advocate (85-87)
Aromas of ripe cherries, citrus rind and rose petal preface the 2017 Bourgogne Rouge, a medium-bodied, supple and succulent wine that's charming and fruit-driven. It will offer considerable early appeal.Inc. VAT£121.19 -
Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.Inc. VAT£586.60 -
Inc. VAT£122.93
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(3x150cl) 2018Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.Inc. VAT£428.29 -
Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.Inc. VAT£584.20 -
(12x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£627.40 -
Inc. VAT£87.59 -
Inc. VAT£415.09 -
(6x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£494.44
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Inc. VAT£406.69 -
(12x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£775.00 -
Inc. VAT£394.69 -
Inc. VAT£426.80 -
(3x150cl) 2016Inc. VAT£747.64 -
Inc. VAT£1,118.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has an expressive, floral bouquet of bunches of violet and iris dominating the fruit at the moment. The medium-bodied palate offers succulent ripe tannins. A very juicy and generous Gruenchers that disguises the structure toward the finish, which demonstrates fine edginess and details. This is very classy.Inc. VAT£1,551.12 -
Inc. VAT£284.52 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.Inc. VAT£297.72 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.Inc. VAT£620.64 -
(6x75cl) 2020Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.Inc. VAT£1,707.12 -
Inc. VAT£264.53 -
(3x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£1,235.90 -
(6x75cl) 2019Burghound (89-92)
(from Les Mombies and Les Herbues). A slightly riper liqueur-like nose features notes of black cherry and raspberry liqueur along with hints of violet and soft spice wisps. There is excellent energy to the beautifully detailed and lightly stony medium-bodied flavors that possess a beguiling texture while displaying fine depth and persistence. This is a terrific Chambolle villages that’s worth your interest. (89-92)/2026+Inc. VAT£801.49 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a flattering bouquet with violet and peony tinged black cherry fruit, well-defined and focused. The oak here is nicely integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, quite granular in texture with a brisk, saline finish. Give this 2-4 years in bottle and it should turn into a fine Chambolle that will be hard to resist in its flush of youth.Inc. VAT£777.49 -
Inc. VAT£170.93 -
Burghound (89-92)
Outstanding Top value. A completely different aromatic profile presents its notes of wild dark raspberry, violet, crushed fennel and a hint of exotic tea. The rich, concentrated and caressing middleweight flavors are at once seductive yet quite punchy while exuding a subtle minerality on the firm, complex and balanced finish. This is excellent.Inc. VAT£755.89 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Three casks from three different spots. Slightly cloudy cherry red. Really rich and solid. From a very good producer (a long-term proposition) and made in the domaine philosophy. Lots of tannin on the end. Very energetic. Very slightly bitter on the end.Inc. VAT£1,643.15 -
(6x75cl) 2012Vinous (93-95)
Autumn leaves, tobacco, menthol and black cherries are supported by firm, incisive tannins in the 2012 Echezeaux. This is a decidedly powerful, structured Echezeaux built on serious power. Readers will have to give the 2012 at least a few years to settle down and fully come together.Inc. VAT£2,395.49
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Fougeray Beauclair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2017 is a masterpiece delicate Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. This vineyard, under the thoughtful stewardship of Patrice Olivier, produces only a limited quantity of this opulent wine that's redolent with complex aromas of ripe cherries, truffle, and earthy undertones.
The vineyard has an eastward exposure and limestone-clay soil, ideal for growing the Pinot Noir grapes that are manually picked before undergoing a traditional Burgundian winemaking process. The wine is aged in 100% new oak, for 18 months, enhancing its rich, palate-coating flavours of red fruit, spices and toasty notes.
The Fougeray Beauclair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2017 offers a long and grace-filled finish, a testament to the meticulous care and patience of its production. A remarkable display of Burgundian excellence, making it a coveted addition to any discerning connoisseur’s cellar.
In Bond£1,779.00 -
In Bond£179.00
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Wine Advocate (85-87)
Aromas of ripe cherries, citrus rind and rose petal preface the 2017 Bourgogne Rouge, a medium-bodied, supple and succulent wine that's charming and fruit-driven. It will offer considerable early appeal.In Bond£98.00 -
Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.In Bond£453.00 -
In Bond£99.00
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(3x150cl) 2018
Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.In Bond£339.00 -
Vinous (84-86)
From purchased grapes in the Côte de Nuits, the 2018 Bourgogne Rouge has a slightly tarry bouquet of ripe summer fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, fine acidity and a slightly compact finish. Give it a year once in bottle.In Bond£451.00 -
(12x75cl) 2019In Bond£487.00
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In Bond£70.00
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In Bond£328.00
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(6x75cl) 2019In Bond£396.00
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In Bond£321.00
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(12x75cl) 2021In Bond£610.00
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In Bond£311.00
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In Bond£335.00
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(3x150cl) 2016In Bond£607.00
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In Bond£911.00
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Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has an expressive, floral bouquet of bunches of violet and iris dominating the fruit at the moment. The medium-bodied palate offers succulent ripe tannins. A very juicy and generous Gruenchers that disguises the structure toward the finish, which demonstrates fine edginess and details. This is very classy.In Bond£1,274.00 -
In Bond£234.00
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Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.In Bond£245.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.In Bond£511.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Gruenchers 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet, very pure and quite floral with vivid red cherries and red plummy fruit laced with minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and silky smooth with a precise finish. Elegant and suave, this will be a very delicious Chambolle-Musigny.In Bond£1,404.00 -
In Bond£217.00
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(3x75cl) 2021In Bond£1,019.59
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(6x75cl) 2019
Burghound (89-92)
(from Les Mombies and Les Herbues). A slightly riper liqueur-like nose features notes of black cherry and raspberry liqueur along with hints of violet and soft spice wisps. There is excellent energy to the beautifully detailed and lightly stony medium-bodied flavors that possess a beguiling texture while displaying fine depth and persistence. This is a terrific Chambolle villages that’s worth your interest. (89-92)/2026+In Bond£650.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a flattering bouquet with violet and peony tinged black cherry fruit, well-defined and focused. The oak here is nicely integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, quite granular in texture with a brisk, saline finish. Give this 2-4 years in bottle and it should turn into a fine Chambolle that will be hard to resist in its flush of youth.In Bond£630.00 -
In Bond£139.00
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Burghound (89-92)
Outstanding Top value. A completely different aromatic profile presents its notes of wild dark raspberry, violet, crushed fennel and a hint of exotic tea. The rich, concentrated and caressing middleweight flavors are at once seductive yet quite punchy while exuding a subtle minerality on the firm, complex and balanced finish. This is excellent.In Bond£612.00 -
Jancis Robinson (18)
Three casks from three different spots. Slightly cloudy cherry red. Really rich and solid. From a very good producer (a long-term proposition) and made in the domaine philosophy. Lots of tannin on the end. Very energetic. Very slightly bitter on the end.In Bond£1,350.00 -
(6x75cl) 2012
Vinous (93-95)
Autumn leaves, tobacco, menthol and black cherries are supported by firm, incisive tannins in the 2012 Echezeaux. This is a decidedly powerful, structured Echezeaux built on serious power. Readers will have to give the 2012 at least a few years to settle down and fully come together.In Bond£1,977.00
