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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(6x75cl) 2014Vinous (91+)
Ripe yellow fruits complemented by smoky minerality on the nose. At once rich and taut in the mouth, showing strong mineral and wet stone character but also a glyceral thickness. Doesn't appear to possess quite the material of the Meix Chavaux but then this very long wine is less open to inspection today.Inc. VAT£3,243.89 -
(3x75cl) 2015Vinous (90)
Very ripe, musky stone fruit aromas come across as a bit less lively than those of the Meix Chavaux and perhaps more typical of this very warm vintage. Distinctly more yellow-fruity and spicy in the mouth, showing less extract richness but a supple texture and a touch of warmth. This wine appears to be evolving faster than the Meix Chavaux and should drink earlier.Inc. VAT£1,431.14 -
(6x75cl) 2015Vinous (90)
Very ripe, musky stone fruit aromas come across as a bit less lively than those of the Meix Chavaux and perhaps more typical of this very warm vintage. Distinctly more yellow-fruity and spicy in the mouth, showing less extract richness but a supple texture and a touch of warmth. This wine appears to be evolving faster than the Meix Chavaux and should drink earlier.Inc. VAT£2,572.42 -
(1x75cl) 2017Wine Advocate (91+)
A touch more muscular and textural than the Vireuils that preceded it, the 2017 Meursault Les Luchets reveals a lovely bouquet of Anjou pear, confit lemon, citrus zest, dried white flowers and nutmeg. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with succulent acids and chalky structuring dry extract. This is a terrific Luchets that is well worth seeking out.Inc. VAT£536.40 -
(3x75cl) 2017Wine Advocate (91+)
A touch more muscular and textural than the Vireuils that preceded it, the 2017 Meursault Les Luchets reveals a lovely bouquet of Anjou pear, confit lemon, citrus zest, dried white flowers and nutmeg. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with succulent acids and chalky structuring dry extract. This is a terrific Luchets that is well worth seeking out.Inc. VAT£1,244.35 -
(1x75cl) 2018An exquisite manifestation of elegance and purity, Guy Roulot Meursault Luchets 2018 is a masterpiece from one of Burgundy's esteemed producers. Assembled from the finest Chardonnay grapes carefully nurtured at Meursault's coveted 'Luchets' vineyard, the wine bursts with sublime citrus notes married with the delicate complexity of white flowers and subtle minerality.
The esteemed winemaker, Jean-Marc Roulot, stays true to tradition by fermenting in oak barrels and aged on fine lees for 12 months to bestow the wine with enviable depth and texture. In its bottle awaits a versatile and charismatic wine, as simultaneously generous and precise as it is indulgent and refined.
With the enduring promise of the Roulot name and a formidable vintage, Guy Roulot Meursault Luchets 2018 confirms the legend of the producer's renowned craft and the timeless allure of Burgundian terroir.
Inc. VAT£531.20 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous (92)
The 2019 Meursault Les Luchets has a touch more mineralité than the Meix Chavaux, just a heightened sense of tension. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. Very saline in the mouth, good tension with a long finish. This has plenty of vigour and a bit of muscle, a hint of ginger on the saline aftertaste. Long term fare.Inc. VAT£452.28 -
(3x75cl) 2020Vinous (90-92)
The 2020 Meursault Luchets shows the more extroverted style of the year nicely. Creamy and beautifully layered, the Luchets is redolent of pear, apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and mint that envelop the palate effortlessly. The Luchets is so inviting, even in the very early going. A burst of mineral and stony notes lend freshness on the close. The 2020 is impressive and so promising. (Tasted by Antonio Galloni)Inc. VAT£1,633.40 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2020 Meursault Luchets shows the more extroverted style of the year nicely. Creamy and beautifully layered, the Luchets is redolent of pear, apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and mint that envelop the palate effortlessly. The Luchets is so inviting, even in the very early going. A burst of mineral and stony notes lend freshness on the close. The 2020 is impressive and so promising. (Tasted by Antonio Galloni)Inc. VAT£2,023.49 -
(6x75cl) 2014Dive into the incredible complexity and depth hidden in a glass of Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014. This exquisite wine hails from the famed Burgundy region in France, distinctly crafted at the illustrious Domaine Roulot, a renowned producer known for their meticulous vinification techniques. Unique microclimatic influences have delicately shaped this wine, offering a fascinating display of exquisite fruitiness and minerality. The Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014 embodies Burgundy's innate elegance, offering an intricate bouquet of cherries, blackcurrants, and florals, underscored by the subtlest whisper of earth and spice nuances. The palate is crisply succulent, balanced by a beautifully integrated acidity and tannic length that ensures a lingering finish. Expertly matured in oak barrels, each sip offers an authentic taste of refined sophistication, making it a perfect addition for any collector's cellar. Experience the magnificent allure of the Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014, a paramount icon of Burgundian craftsmanship.
Inc. VAT£1,085.60 -
(1x75cl) 2019Relish the deep red treasure that is the Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019. This Bordeaux-style wine hails from the historic Burgundy region of France, produced by the world-renowned Guy Roulot estate which is famed for its dedication to traditional winemaking techniques. The 2019 vintage is an epitome of Guy Roulot's meticulous cultivation methodologies, fermenting in oak vats and aged for up to 20 months in custom-made barrels.
This full-bodied red wine grants your palate a complex blend of robust tannins, succulent dark berries and a delicate touch of spice, an immersing confluence of flavour and aroma. The Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019 has a deep, varietal character indicative of the high-quality Pinot Noir grapes specifically aged and nurtured in limestone soils, leading to a luscious finish that lingers delightfully.
Adore the Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019 for its timeless grace and elegant complexity, a red wine lover's dream.
Inc. VAT£177.85 -
Burghound (86-89)
A super-fresh nose freely reveals its aromas of ripe red and dark berries trimmed in ample earth nuances. The rich and seductively textured middleweight flavors possess solid size and weight before concluding in a long if moderately rustic finale. This is a quality effort for its levelInc. VAT£423.49 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-90)
10% new wood, about to be bottled. The Bourgogne offers a heavenly nose right from the start. All about the fruit which has a darker edge to it. The stem side gives a real tingle. Now some dark red cherries in the fruit. Salty notes at the very back. A tannin or two to finish. Drink from 2025-2028. Tasted: November 2023.Inc. VAT£366.80 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2019 Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Bons Ores is shaping up very nicely, unfurling with aromas of raspberries, sweet berries and plums complemented by hints of rose petals and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's fleshy and charming, with fine depth at the core and a seamless, elegant profile. I can't think of many wines from this appellation operating at this level.Inc. VAT£382.32 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
Aromas of plums, wild berries, warm spices and cherries preface the 2020 Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Bons Ores, a medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy wine that's textural and giving, with a deep core of fruit and ripe, powdery tannins.\\Inc. VAT£87.72 -
(1x75cl) 2021Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (88-91)
Last to be picked, with plenty of rot to sort out. A deeper purple than the Bourgogne. Marvellous density of deep raspberry fruit. Generous and very pure, with some black raspberry fruit, luscious more than precise but a wine it will be easy to fall in love with. Drink from 2024-2027.Inc. VAT£111.85 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (88-91)
Last to be picked, with plenty of rot to sort out. A deeper purple than the Bourgogne. Marvellous density of deep raspberry fruit. Generous and very pure, with some black raspberry fruit, luscious more than precise but a wine it will be easy to fall in love with. Drink from 2024-2027.Inc. VAT£373.92 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-92)
(5 Star Wine) 10% new wood, about to be bottled. A similar rich crimson purple colour. A savoury and stylish deep red fruit on the nose, with spice behind. A pretty fantastic example of Chorey with life and depth, dark cherry fruit. Excellent tension, I think this will be gorgeous. Long, fine and sensual. Drink from 2026-2030. Tasted: November 2023.Inc. VAT£339.12 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
5 Star Wine. A huge amount was rejected on the sorting table, 14 barrels worth deselected against 30 barrels made. Typical Guyon fanaticism. An even purple colour, redcurrant and dark raspberry, the whole bunches are better integrated here than in the Bourgogne, with an incredible red fruit sensuality. 15% new wood. Superb balance. Drink from 2026-2030. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. VAT£498.80 -
Vinous (87)
The 2015 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is noticeably deeper in color than its peers. The bouquet is quite showy and gregarious, featuring copious black cherry, liquorish and light furniture polish scents. The new oak is too forward for my own preference. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, a little drier and more conservative than I hoped, and there is a bitter residue on the aftertaste. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£1,307.52 -
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru has a more intense nose than Berthaut-Gerbet's, offering black cherry, briar, smoke and crushed stone aromas with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, plenty of black cherry and blueberry fruit, fine volume and a touch of white pepper toward the finish. This actually grows in the glass. It might be too modern in style for those seeking traditional Pinot Noir, but I love it. Proper Grand Cru. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.Inc. VAT£337.32 -
Wine Advocate (94-96)
Opening in the glass with notes of sweet plums, warm spices, raw cocoa, loamy soil and wild berries, Guyon's 2019 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with superb depth at the core, rich and powdery tannins and lively balancing acids. Long and resonant, this is a superb proposition for the long haul. This derives from an old-vine parcel just below the Château, next to Jean-Nicolas Méo's holdings.Inc. VAT£345.86 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
Only 30% decorticated as this was the last picked and the team had had enough – but makes an interesting contrast with the others. More purple than black in colour. Still has some rose petals which cannot be common in Clos Vougeot! Super deep with some liquorice behind where the fruit darkens, but up front and on the nose it is more dark raspberry and redcurrant. Not quite so fine tannins when not fully decorticated, it would seem. But a huge follow through. If it were not for the utter brilliance of the Echezeaux, I might score this even higher! Tasted: November 2021Inc. VAT£1,331.58 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
Only 30% decorticated as this was the last picked and the team had had enough – but makes an interesting contrast with the others. More purple than black in colour. Still has some rose petals which cannot be common in Clos Vougeot! Super deep with some liquorice behind where the fruit darkens, but up front and on the nose it is more dark raspberry and redcurrant. Not quite so fine tannins when not fully decorticated, it would seem. But a huge follow through. If it were not for the utter brilliance of the Echezeaux, I might score this even higher! Tasted: November 2021Inc. VAT£3,907.55 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
5 Star Wine. A rich dark purple. The nose is astonishing because of its definition. It is a slightly darker and certainly less lushly appealing style. Peppery notes are in balance but the volume of fruit surmounts. This is a fine and very noble example which could well leap ahead of the 2020 in the rankings. There is such a wealth of fruit, on the cusp of red and black, which returns in the very long finish. Bravo. Drink from 2030-2040.Inc. VAT£1,673.58 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
5 Star Wine. A rich dark purple. The nose is astonishing because of its definition. It is a slightly darker and certainly less lushly appealing style. Peppery notes are in balance but the volume of fruit surmounts. This is a fine and very noble example which could well leap ahead of the 2020 in the rankings. There is such a wealth of fruit, on the cusp of red and black, which returns in the very long finish. Bravo. Drink from 2030-2040.Inc. VAT£2,773.55 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
(5 Star Wine) 100% new Tronçais wood, for April bottling. A deep central core of purple. Very intense indeed without being clumsy. There is a massive structure here to build on, but it is all about the intensity of the fruit. Deep red not black, almost as thrilling as the 2020 Echezeaux. Waves more fruit come flooding back across the palate, with everything in perfect proportion. Drink from 2032-2040+. Tasted: November 2023.Inc. VAT£2,081.58 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
(5 Star Wine) 100% new Tronçais wood, for April bottling. A deep central core of purple. Very intense indeed without being clumsy. There is a massive structure here to build on, but it is all about the intensity of the fruit. Deep red not black, almost as thrilling as the 2020 Echezeaux. Waves more fruit come flooding back across the palate, with everything in perfect proportion. Drink from 2032-2040+. Tasted: November 2023.Inc. VAT£3,249.89 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)
Last year of his holding, which was a fermage that now belongs to the Domaine des Lambrays. Jean-Pierre has managed to replace this with two excellent sources of grapes from 2024. The 2023 has a heady purple colour. The Clos Vougeot starts in spice and some dark fruit, taking a lot longer than the Vosne 1er cru cuvées to start to show. There is a really solid deep rich concentrated fruit nonetheless with some dark cherries, and more spice to finish. A little more subdued than some, but all is there. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. VAT£1,992.40 -
(6x75cl) 2013Inc. VAT£4,569.20
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(6x75cl) 2014
Vinous (91+)
Ripe yellow fruits complemented by smoky minerality on the nose. At once rich and taut in the mouth, showing strong mineral and wet stone character but also a glyceral thickness. Doesn't appear to possess quite the material of the Meix Chavaux but then this very long wine is less open to inspection today.In Bond£2,684.00 -
(3x75cl) 2015
Vinous (90)
Very ripe, musky stone fruit aromas come across as a bit less lively than those of the Meix Chavaux and perhaps more typical of this very warm vintage. Distinctly more yellow-fruity and spicy in the mouth, showing less extract richness but a supple texture and a touch of warmth. This wine appears to be evolving faster than the Meix Chavaux and should drink earlier.In Bond£1,183.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015
Vinous (90)
Very ripe, musky stone fruit aromas come across as a bit less lively than those of the Meix Chavaux and perhaps more typical of this very warm vintage. Distinctly more yellow-fruity and spicy in the mouth, showing less extract richness but a supple texture and a touch of warmth. This wine appears to be evolving faster than the Meix Chavaux and should drink earlier.In Bond£2,125.77 -
(1x75cl) 2017
Wine Advocate (91+)
A touch more muscular and textural than the Vireuils that preceded it, the 2017 Meursault Les Luchets reveals a lovely bouquet of Anjou pear, confit lemon, citrus zest, dried white flowers and nutmeg. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with succulent acids and chalky structuring dry extract. This is a terrific Luchets that is well worth seeking out.In Bond£444.33 -
(3x75cl) 2017
Wine Advocate (91+)
A touch more muscular and textural than the Vireuils that preceded it, the 2017 Meursault Les Luchets reveals a lovely bouquet of Anjou pear, confit lemon, citrus zest, dried white flowers and nutmeg. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with succulent acids and chalky structuring dry extract. This is a terrific Luchets that is well worth seeking out.In Bond£1,028.00 -
(1x75cl) 2018
An exquisite manifestation of elegance and purity, Guy Roulot Meursault Luchets 2018 is a masterpiece from one of Burgundy's esteemed producers. Assembled from the finest Chardonnay grapes carefully nurtured at Meursault's coveted 'Luchets' vineyard, the wine bursts with sublime citrus notes married with the delicate complexity of white flowers and subtle minerality.
The esteemed winemaker, Jean-Marc Roulot, stays true to tradition by fermenting in oak barrels and aged on fine lees for 12 months to bestow the wine with enviable depth and texture. In its bottle awaits a versatile and charismatic wine, as simultaneously generous and precise as it is indulgent and refined.
With the enduring promise of the Roulot name and a formidable vintage, Guy Roulot Meursault Luchets 2018 confirms the legend of the producer's renowned craft and the timeless allure of Burgundian terroir.
In Bond£440.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (92)
The 2019 Meursault Les Luchets has a touch more mineralité than the Meix Chavaux, just a heightened sense of tension. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. Very saline in the mouth, good tension with a long finish. This has plenty of vigour and a bit of muscle, a hint of ginger on the saline aftertaste. Long term fare.In Bond£374.23 -
(3x75cl) 2020
Vinous (90-92)
The 2020 Meursault Luchets shows the more extroverted style of the year nicely. Creamy and beautifully layered, the Luchets is redolent of pear, apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and mint that envelop the palate effortlessly. The Luchets is so inviting, even in the very early going. A burst of mineral and stony notes lend freshness on the close. The 2020 is impressive and so promising. (Tasted by Antonio Galloni)In Bond£1,351.55 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2020 Meursault Luchets shows the more extroverted style of the year nicely. Creamy and beautifully layered, the Luchets is redolent of pear, apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and mint that envelop the palate effortlessly. The Luchets is so inviting, even in the very early going. A burst of mineral and stony notes lend freshness on the close. The 2020 is impressive and so promising. (Tasted by Antonio Galloni)In Bond£1,667.00 -
(6x75cl) 2014
Dive into the incredible complexity and depth hidden in a glass of Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014. This exquisite wine hails from the famed Burgundy region in France, distinctly crafted at the illustrious Domaine Roulot, a renowned producer known for their meticulous vinification techniques. Unique microclimatic influences have delicately shaped this wine, offering a fascinating display of exquisite fruitiness and minerality. The Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014 embodies Burgundy's innate elegance, offering an intricate bouquet of cherries, blackcurrants, and florals, underscored by the subtlest whisper of earth and spice nuances. The palate is crisply succulent, balanced by a beautifully integrated acidity and tannic length that ensures a lingering finish. Expertly matured in oak barrels, each sip offers an authentic taste of refined sophistication, making it a perfect addition for any collector's cellar. Experience the magnificent allure of the Guy Roulot Monthelie 1er Cru Les Champs Fulliots 2014, a paramount icon of Burgundian craftsmanship.
In Bond£884.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Relish the deep red treasure that is the Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019. This Bordeaux-style wine hails from the historic Burgundy region of France, produced by the world-renowned Guy Roulot estate which is famed for its dedication to traditional winemaking techniques. The 2019 vintage is an epitome of Guy Roulot's meticulous cultivation methodologies, fermenting in oak vats and aged for up to 20 months in custom-made barrels.
This full-bodied red wine grants your palate a complex blend of robust tannins, succulent dark berries and a delicate touch of spice, an immersing confluence of flavour and aroma. The Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019 has a deep, varietal character indicative of the high-quality Pinot Noir grapes specifically aged and nurtured in limestone soils, leading to a luscious finish that lingers delightfully.
Adore the Guy Roulot Monthelie Rouge 2019 for its timeless grace and elegant complexity, a red wine lover's dream.
In Bond£145.00 -
Burghound (86-89)
A super-fresh nose freely reveals its aromas of ripe red and dark berries trimmed in ample earth nuances. The rich and seductively textured middleweight flavors possess solid size and weight before concluding in a long if moderately rustic finale. This is a quality effort for its levelIn Bond£335.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-90)
10% new wood, about to be bottled. The Bourgogne offers a heavenly nose right from the start. All about the fruit which has a darker edge to it. The stem side gives a real tingle. Now some dark red cherries in the fruit. Salty notes at the very back. A tannin or two to finish. Drink from 2025-2028. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£285.00 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
The 2019 Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Bons Ores is shaping up very nicely, unfurling with aromas of raspberries, sweet berries and plums complemented by hints of rose petals and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's fleshy and charming, with fine depth at the core and a seamless, elegant profile. I can't think of many wines from this appellation operating at this level.In Bond£300.00 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
Aromas of plums, wild berries, warm spices and cherries preface the 2020 Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Bons Ores, a medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy wine that's textural and giving, with a deep core of fruit and ripe, powdery tannins.\\In Bond£70.00 -
(1x75cl) 2021
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (88-91)
Last to be picked, with plenty of rot to sort out. A deeper purple than the Bourgogne. Marvellous density of deep raspberry fruit. Generous and very pure, with some black raspberry fruit, luscious more than precise but a wine it will be easy to fall in love with. Drink from 2024-2027.In Bond£90.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (88-91)
Last to be picked, with plenty of rot to sort out. A deeper purple than the Bourgogne. Marvellous density of deep raspberry fruit. Generous and very pure, with some black raspberry fruit, luscious more than precise but a wine it will be easy to fall in love with. Drink from 2024-2027.In Bond£293.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-92)
(5 Star Wine) 10% new wood, about to be bottled. A similar rich crimson purple colour. A savoury and stylish deep red fruit on the nose, with spice behind. A pretty fantastic example of Chorey with life and depth, dark cherry fruit. Excellent tension, I think this will be gorgeous. Long, fine and sensual. Drink from 2026-2030. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£264.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
5 Star Wine. A huge amount was rejected on the sorting table, 14 barrels worth deselected against 30 barrels made. Typical Guyon fanaticism. An even purple colour, redcurrant and dark raspberry, the whole bunches are better integrated here than in the Bourgogne, with an incredible red fruit sensuality. 15% new wood. Superb balance. Drink from 2026-2030. Tasted Nov 2024.In Bond£395.00 -
Vinous (87)
The 2015 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is noticeably deeper in color than its peers. The bouquet is quite showy and gregarious, featuring copious black cherry, liquorish and light furniture polish scents. The new oak is too forward for my own preference. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, a little drier and more conservative than I hoped, and there is a bitter residue on the aftertaste. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.In Bond£1,071.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru has a more intense nose than Berthaut-Gerbet's, offering black cherry, briar, smoke and crushed stone aromas with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, plenty of black cherry and blueberry fruit, fine volume and a touch of white pepper toward the finish. This actually grows in the glass. It might be too modern in style for those seeking traditional Pinot Noir, but I love it. Proper Grand Cru. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.In Bond£278.00 -
Wine Advocate (94-96)
Opening in the glass with notes of sweet plums, warm spices, raw cocoa, loamy soil and wild berries, Guyon's 2019 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with superb depth at the core, rich and powdery tannins and lively balancing acids. Long and resonant, this is a superb proposition for the long haul. This derives from an old-vine parcel just below the Château, next to Jean-Nicolas Méo's holdings.In Bond£285.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
Only 30% decorticated as this was the last picked and the team had had enough – but makes an interesting contrast with the others. More purple than black in colour. Still has some rose petals which cannot be common in Clos Vougeot! Super deep with some liquorice behind where the fruit darkens, but up front and on the nose it is more dark raspberry and redcurrant. Not quite so fine tannins when not fully decorticated, it would seem. But a huge follow through. If it were not for the utter brilliance of the Echezeaux, I might score this even higher! Tasted: November 2021In Bond£1,100.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
Only 30% decorticated as this was the last picked and the team had had enough – but makes an interesting contrast with the others. More purple than black in colour. Still has some rose petals which cannot be common in Clos Vougeot! Super deep with some liquorice behind where the fruit darkens, but up front and on the nose it is more dark raspberry and redcurrant. Not quite so fine tannins when not fully decorticated, it would seem. But a huge follow through. If it were not for the utter brilliance of the Echezeaux, I might score this even higher! Tasted: November 2021In Bond£3,237.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
5 Star Wine. A rich dark purple. The nose is astonishing because of its definition. It is a slightly darker and certainly less lushly appealing style. Peppery notes are in balance but the volume of fruit surmounts. This is a fine and very noble example which could well leap ahead of the 2020 in the rankings. There is such a wealth of fruit, on the cusp of red and black, which returns in the very long finish. Bravo. Drink from 2030-2040.In Bond£1,385.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
5 Star Wine. A rich dark purple. The nose is astonishing because of its definition. It is a slightly darker and certainly less lushly appealing style. Peppery notes are in balance but the volume of fruit surmounts. This is a fine and very noble example which could well leap ahead of the 2020 in the rankings. There is such a wealth of fruit, on the cusp of red and black, which returns in the very long finish. Bravo. Drink from 2030-2040.In Bond£2,292.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
(5 Star Wine) 100% new Tronçais wood, for April bottling. A deep central core of purple. Very intense indeed without being clumsy. There is a massive structure here to build on, but it is all about the intensity of the fruit. Deep red not black, almost as thrilling as the 2020 Echezeaux. Waves more fruit come flooding back across the palate, with everything in perfect proportion. Drink from 2032-2040+. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£1,725.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
(5 Star Wine) 100% new Tronçais wood, for April bottling. A deep central core of purple. Very intense indeed without being clumsy. There is a massive structure here to build on, but it is all about the intensity of the fruit. Deep red not black, almost as thrilling as the 2020 Echezeaux. Waves more fruit come flooding back across the palate, with everything in perfect proportion. Drink from 2032-2040+. Tasted: November 2023.In Bond£2,689.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)
Last year of his holding, which was a fermage that now belongs to the Domaine des Lambrays. Jean-Pierre has managed to replace this with two excellent sources of grapes from 2024. The 2023 has a heady purple colour. The Clos Vougeot starts in spice and some dark fruit, taking a lot longer than the Vosne 1er cru cuvées to start to show. There is a really solid deep rich concentrated fruit nonetheless with some dark cherries, and more spice to finish. A little more subdued than some, but all is there. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.In Bond£1,650.00 -
(6x75cl) 2013In Bond£3,787.00
