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) 2020Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru, which does not come from the estate but is harvested by their team, has a very sorbet, menthol-fresh bouquet that has a hard time following the excellent Grands-Echézeaux. The palate is sweet on the entry with candied black cherry and boysenberry fruit, lightly spiced with good weight on the finish. This actually meliorates as it goes along and if the aromatics can gain more complexity in bottle, this should end up being a fine Latricières.Inc. VAT£2,004.95 -
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(4x75cl) 2016Inc. VAT£2,119.13 -
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Decanter (96)
Grivault’s monopole has produced a wine of superb concentration and depth, with rich aromas of ripe apple, peach and apricots touched with honey and a hint of reduction. The texture is lush and dense, with a finish that lingers sultry on the palate. Split between sand, silt and clay, the unique terroir of the clos gives grapes of extraordinary ripeness, pressed as whole clusters (without sulphur) and fermented in cask with minimal batonnage to give this nuanced, complex result.Inc. VAT£1,205.89 -
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(6x75cl) 2017Inc. VAT£574.84 -
(6x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£525.12
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(12x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£857.38 -
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Vinous (90+)
Healthy dark red. Pure but reticent nose offers scents of dark berries and licorice pastille; at once slightly liqueur-like and fresh. Rich, fine-grained and sweet, but a bit less fruity and stylish than the 2016 version. This is ultimately tighter and more powerful and built to age. Doesn't show the finesse of the 2016 version in the early going but avoids coming across as hard.Inc. VAT£658.60 -
(12x75cl) 2015Crafted with brilliance, the sophisticated Albert Morot Beaune 1er Cru Marconnets 2015 is a quintessential Burgundy. Produced by the renowned Albert Morot estate, this classic bottling embodies the essence of Beaune in its finest expression. The domaine, meticulously managed by the fourth generation Morot, emphasises natural practices adhering to the tenets of lutte raisonnée. The hand-harvested, individually sorted and fully destemmed grapes are respectfully treated fostering a wine of distinct character.
Revealing profound elegance and freshness amidst powerful dark fruit flavours, the Beaune Marconnets exhibits a remarkably refined tannic structure. Matured in oak barrels for 18 months, the wine is a harmonious blend of tradition and sophistication. The Albert Morot Beaune 1er Cru Marconnets 2015's signature red ruby robe, layered aromas of red fruits, spices and earthy undertones choreograph an enchanting ballet for the senses. An exquisite expression of terroir, this wine is an absolute gem amidst Burgundian delights.
Inc. VAT£704.32 -
Vinous (91)
(the yield here was about 33 hectoliters per hectare, vs. an estate-wide average of 28 in 2015): Bright ruby-red. Subtle scents of boysenberry, blackberry, bitter chocolate and anise. Concentrated, tactile Beaune premier cru with layered dark berry flavors and lovely integrated sweetness. This very fine-grained, harmonious wine finishes with sweet dark fruits and suave tannins. This wine showed good power but a slight rusticity from barrel a year ago; it's more classy in its finished form.Inc. VAT£658.60 -
(6x75cl) 2022Revel in the experience of the Alex Moreau Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022, a testament to the elegant craftsmanship of celebrated vigneron Alex Moreau. With a pedigree steeped in the viticultural tradition of his native Burgundy, Moreau presents a distinctive interpretation of both terroir and grape varietal.
Matured in aged French oak barrels, the winemaking process results in a harmonious balance between the intense Chardonnay fruit flavours and the subtle suggestion of oak. The wine's foundation, built on the limestone soils of Burgundy's famous Côte de Beaune region, offers a splendid mineral complexity to the rich palate.
Renowned for his meticulous approach from vineyard to bottle, Moreau's production methodology accentuates the purity and intensity of the grape and its origin. Exquisite and refined, Alex Moreau Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 is an elucidation of the depth of flavour and character capable within a single varietal wine.
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(12x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£1,889.47
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(1x75cl) 2012Inc. VAT£157.45 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroye 1er Cru has an intense, quite stony bouquet with more yellow flowers here, perfumed with light resinous scents. The palate is very well balanced with a sapid orange pith and white peach-tinged entry. Fine depth, a little richer towards the finish with a persistent aftertaste, this is another appealing wine from Alex Moreau.Inc. VAT£150.53 -
(3x75cl) 2021Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroye 1er Cru has an intense, quite stony bouquet with more yellow flowers here, perfumed with light resinous scents. The palate is very well balanced with a sapid orange pith and white peach-tinged entry. Fine depth, a little richer towards the finish with a persistent aftertaste, this is another appealing wine from Alex Moreau.Inc. VAT£720.02 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru reflects its terroir brilliantly on the nose, which offers aromas of wet limestone and flint, beautifully defined and gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is wonderfully balanced with green apples, freshly sliced pear and just a touch of citrus lemon. This is taut, almost Zen-like in style – just as Caillerets ought to be. Superb.Inc. VAT£213.72 -
(3x150cl) 2018Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru reflects its terroir brilliantly on the nose, which offers aromas of wet limestone and flint, beautifully defined and gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is wonderfully balanced with green apples, freshly sliced pear and just a touch of citrus lemon. This is taut, almost Zen-like in style – just as Caillerets ought to be. Superb.Inc. VAT£1,224.72 -
(1x75cl) 2020Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru has quite a primal grapefruit and crushed stone scented bouquet that takes time to unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with orange rind and citrus peel, quite spicy, especially towards the finish with touches of stem ginger. One of Moreau’s finest articulations in terroir in 2020.Inc. VAT£230.93
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In Bond£70.00
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In Bond£1,212.00
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(6x75cl) 2020
Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru, which does not come from the estate but is harvested by their team, has a very sorbet, menthol-fresh bouquet that has a hard time following the excellent Grands-Echézeaux. The palate is sweet on the entry with candied black cherry and boysenberry fruit, lightly spiced with good weight on the finish. This actually meliorates as it goes along and if the aromatics can gain more complexity in bottle, this should end up being a fine Latricières.In Bond£1,651.55 -
In Bond£105.00
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In Bond£90.00
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(4x75cl) 2016In Bond£1,754.00
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In Bond£150.00
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Decanter (96)
Grivault’s monopole has produced a wine of superb concentration and depth, with rich aromas of ripe apple, peach and apricots touched with honey and a hint of reduction. The texture is lush and dense, with a finish that lingers sultry on the palate. Split between sand, silt and clay, the unique terroir of the clos gives grapes of extraordinary ripeness, pressed as whole clusters (without sulphur) and fermented in cask with minimal batonnage to give this nuanced, complex result.In Bond£987.00 -
In Bond£704.00
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In Bond£692.00
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In Bond£565.00
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(6x75cl) 2017In Bond£463.00
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(6x75cl) 2019In Bond£419.00
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In Bond£349.00
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(12x75cl) 2020In Bond£676.00
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In Bond£260.00
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Vinous (90+)
Healthy dark red. Pure but reticent nose offers scents of dark berries and licorice pastille; at once slightly liqueur-like and fresh. Rich, fine-grained and sweet, but a bit less fruity and stylish than the 2016 version. This is ultimately tighter and more powerful and built to age. Doesn't show the finesse of the 2016 version in the early going but avoids coming across as hard.In Bond£513.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
Crafted with brilliance, the sophisticated Albert Morot Beaune 1er Cru Marconnets 2015 is a quintessential Burgundy. Produced by the renowned Albert Morot estate, this classic bottling embodies the essence of Beaune in its finest expression. The domaine, meticulously managed by the fourth generation Morot, emphasises natural practices adhering to the tenets of lutte raisonnée. The hand-harvested, individually sorted and fully destemmed grapes are respectfully treated fostering a wine of distinct character.
Revealing profound elegance and freshness amidst powerful dark fruit flavours, the Beaune Marconnets exhibits a remarkably refined tannic structure. Matured in oak barrels for 18 months, the wine is a harmonious blend of tradition and sophistication. The Albert Morot Beaune 1er Cru Marconnets 2015's signature red ruby robe, layered aromas of red fruits, spices and earthy undertones choreograph an enchanting ballet for the senses. An exquisite expression of terroir, this wine is an absolute gem amidst Burgundian delights.
In Bond£548.45 -
Vinous (91)
(the yield here was about 33 hectoliters per hectare, vs. an estate-wide average of 28 in 2015): Bright ruby-red. Subtle scents of boysenberry, blackberry, bitter chocolate and anise. Concentrated, tactile Beaune premier cru with layered dark berry flavors and lovely integrated sweetness. This very fine-grained, harmonious wine finishes with sweet dark fruits and suave tannins. This wine showed good power but a slight rusticity from barrel a year ago; it's more classy in its finished form.In Bond£513.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Revel in the experience of the Alex Moreau Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022, a testament to the elegant craftsmanship of celebrated vigneron Alex Moreau. With a pedigree steeped in the viticultural tradition of his native Burgundy, Moreau presents a distinctive interpretation of both terroir and grape varietal.
Matured in aged French oak barrels, the winemaking process results in a harmonious balance between the intense Chardonnay fruit flavours and the subtle suggestion of oak. The wine's foundation, built on the limestone soils of Burgundy's famous Côte de Beaune region, offers a splendid mineral complexity to the rich palate.
Renowned for his meticulous approach from vineyard to bottle, Moreau's production methodology accentuates the purity and intensity of the grape and its origin. Exquisite and refined, Alex Moreau Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 is an elucidation of the depth of flavour and character capable within a single varietal wine.
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In Bond£906.00
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(12x75cl) 2020In Bond£1,536.08
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In Bond£530.00
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(1x75cl) 2012In Bond£128.00
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Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroye 1er Cru has an intense, quite stony bouquet with more yellow flowers here, perfumed with light resinous scents. The palate is very well balanced with a sapid orange pith and white peach-tinged entry. Fine depth, a little richer towards the finish with a persistent aftertaste, this is another appealing wine from Alex Moreau.In Bond£122.00 -
(3x75cl) 2021
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroye 1er Cru has an intense, quite stony bouquet with more yellow flowers here, perfumed with light resinous scents. The palate is very well balanced with a sapid orange pith and white peach-tinged entry. Fine depth, a little richer towards the finish with a persistent aftertaste, this is another appealing wine from Alex Moreau.In Bond£589.69 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru reflects its terroir brilliantly on the nose, which offers aromas of wet limestone and flint, beautifully defined and gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is wonderfully balanced with green apples, freshly sliced pear and just a touch of citrus lemon. This is taut, almost Zen-like in style – just as Caillerets ought to be. Superb.In Bond£175.00 -
(3x150cl) 2018
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru reflects its terroir brilliantly on the nose, which offers aromas of wet limestone and flint, beautifully defined and gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is wonderfully balanced with green apples, freshly sliced pear and just a touch of citrus lemon. This is taut, almost Zen-like in style – just as Caillerets ought to be. Superb.In Bond£1,002.00 -
(1x75cl) 2020
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru has quite a primal grapefruit and crushed stone scented bouquet that takes time to unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with orange rind and citrus peel, quite spicy, especially towards the finish with touches of stem ginger. One of Moreau’s finest articulations in terroir in 2020.In Bond£189.00
