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Tim Atkin MW (98)
Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42Inc. VAT£3,395.95 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2021 Musigny Grand Cru clearly has some whole cluster influence, which here is proportional to the fruit concentration. Red cherry and strawberry, cracked black pepper and sage. The palate is medium-bodied with finely sculpted tannins and just a splash of balsamic that infused the red berry fruit, dovetailing into quite a peppery and vibrant finish. Great length. A wine to bunker down in your cellar to resist temptation. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£1,027.19 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2021 Musigny Grand Cru clearly has some whole cluster influence, which here is proportional to the fruit concentration. Red cherry and strawberry, cracked black pepper and sage. The palate is medium-bodied with finely sculpted tannins and just a splash of balsamic that infused the red berry fruit, dovetailing into quite a peppery and vibrant finish. Great length. A wine to bunker down in your cellar to resist temptation. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£6,061.09 -
Inc. VAT£2,281.16 -
Inc. VAT£3,052.75 -
Vinous (91-93)
(I tasted this and the following wines in the estate's grand cru cellar, which is typically 2 degrees C cooler): Subdued but very pure aromas of black fruits. Juicy, crunchy and intense in the mouth, with a salty complexity to the flavors of black raspberry and red licorice. Finishes very long, with fine-grained tannins and a sappy flavor of black cherry. This is Vincent's second vintage for this wine, which comes from vines that face southeast but also benefit from the cooling influence of the Combe de la Serrée.Inc. VAT£99.44 -
(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (92)
The 2016 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos de Thorey 1er Cru has a lot of toasty oak on the nose plus a touch of reduction. The aromatics are opaque and as a consequence it is not as engaging as some of its peers, though there is attractive whole bunch influence. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, moderate acidity, a little chewy in texture with dark berry fruit mixed with spicebox and white pepper. At least there is fine cohesion on the finish - give it 4 or 5 years in bottle. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£452.44 -
(3x150cl) 2017Wine Advocate (92)
The 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos de Thorey is showing beautifully, wafting from the glass with a lovely bouquet of cherries, wild berries and cassis, mingled with notes of raw cocoa, cinnamon and sweet forest floor. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, deep and velvety, with a sappy core of nicely concentrated fruit, melting tannins and lively acids. Exemplifying the elegant style of contemporary Domaine de la Vougeraie, this has turned out very well.Inc. VAT£787.24 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from three-hectares of vines with thte 50% whole bunch courtesy of the old vines. The nose offers dark cherries, crushed strawberry and wild hedgerow scents, fine delineation and vigour. The palate is slightly creamy in texture on the entry, quite plush and fruit-driven, pure red cherries and strawberry fruit with a sleek and caressing finish. Predesigned to seduce, this should age well in bottle.Inc. VAT£415.09 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from two small parcels that are vinified separately. The nose is perfumed with wilted rose petals and peony filtering through the transparent red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and crisp acidity. It's not complex, but there is balance and focus, plus an attractive peppery finish. An early-drinking delight.Inc. VAT£545.60 -
(6x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£411.89 -
(6x75cl) 2011Wine Advocate (87)
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. This Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes 2011 has a ripe bouquet, even though there is a touch of reduction, the oak lending light chocolate scents toward the red fruit that appear to ebb away in the glass and flow back with more maritime aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with quite succulent and fleshy tannins. The oak is pronounced here and feels a little dominant on the finish, although there is good weight and a pleasant spicy aftertaste. Hopefully, that unresolved wood will assimilate over the next couple of years and it might then merit a higher score.Inc. VAT£605.60 -
(1x75cl) 2012Vinous (90-92+)
The 2012 Nuits St. Georges Les Damodes is plump, juicy and inviting on the palate, with lovely depth and resonance. This is another wine that comes across as raw and not fully formed. In this case, the malos aren't fully finished yet. Still, there appears to be plenty of mid-palate pliancy here to suggest the Damodes will develop nicely over the coming months and years.Inc. VAT£113.05 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2019 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Damodes 1er Cru includes one-quarter whole bunch this year. It has a well-defined bouquet of more black than red fruit, plus touches of white pepper and crushed limestone. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, cohesive and silky-smooth. Again, a little more grip would be nice, although it has plenty of charm. Drink after 3–4 years in bottle.Inc. VAT£118.92 -
(6x75cl) 2020Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Damodes 1er Cru includes 50% whole bunch. This has a welcoming bouquet with raspberry and crushed strawberry fruit, hints of pressed rose petals and coniferous trees. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, fine grip, a little compact towards the finish, though it should flesh out in bottle. Quite poised and sustained.Inc. VAT£463.49 -
Inc. VAT£162.53 -
(3x150cl) 2017Wine Advocate (89)
The 2017 Pommard Les Petits Noizons is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with aromas of wild berries, smoked meats, rich soil tones, cinnamon and spices. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, delicate and fine-boned, its perfumed core of fruit framed by powdery tannins and ripe acids. This is an elegant, gently reductive Pommard that should offer a broad drinking window.Inc. VAT£421.24 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
Located at the St-Aubin end of the vineyard. Glowing lemon and lime in colour, there is more weight and more tension than the village Puligny, but I don’t find it a lot more interesting. Ripe grapefruit and lemon notes, middleweight. Tasted: November 2021Inc. VAT£815.60 -
(6x75cl) 2020Vinous (87-89)
The 2020 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three climats picked and pressed separately. This has a well-defined, chalky bouquet that opens nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and saline with a touch of stem ginger on the finish. Fine.Inc. VAT£422.44 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (86-88)
The 2021 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three parcels. It has a touch more presence on the nose compared to other cuvées with candle wax and honeysuckle mixed with orange blossom, quite Chassagne in style. The palate is balanced with a rounded texture. It's pretty generous and, clearly, a wine that is going to be very approachable. It just misses Puligny DNA, though it's a delicious Chardonnay.Inc. VAT£450.80 -
Inc. VAT£757.20 -
(3x150cl) 2016Wine Advocate (88-90)
The 2016 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot felt more austere on the nose compared to the Puligny Champ Gain. The palate is nicely balanced but maybe missing the complexity of that aforementioned premier cru. I appreciate the dab of spice on the finish, but I would like more personality to come through in bottle.Inc. VAT£892.64 -
Tim Atkin MW (94)
Focused, bright and pretty, this is a savory, even saline, wine. There's an attractive leesiness on the nose followed by ample yellow fruits on the generous, juicy palate. Plums, sweet apples and cherries mesh on the long finish. I always find this wine delightful. 2022-28Inc. VAT£610.69 -
(1x300cl) 2021Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot was fairly reduced on the nose when tasted at the domaine and difficult to read. The palate is balanced with commendable weight and touches of tropical fruit with decent length, though surprisingly, given the vintage, it just needs a little more tension on the finish.Inc. VAT£522.61 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot was fairly reduced on the nose when tasted at the domaine and difficult to read. The palate is balanced with commendable weight and touches of tropical fruit with decent length, though surprisingly, given the vintage, it just needs a little more tension on the finish.Inc. VAT£727.49 -
Inc. VAT£804.29 -
Inc. VAT£1,721.09 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2019 Vougeot Le Clos de Prieuré Blanc 1er Cru comes from the 0.83-hectare monopole. Fresh apple blossom and wet limestone scents on the nose are flanked by white flowers. The palate is well defined with a fine bead of acidity. This is a slightly more linear and refined Clos de Prieuré Blanc than previous years, revealing a subtle spiciness on the finish. Very fine.Inc. VAT£495.86 -
(12x75cl) 2009Regarded amongst connoisseurs, Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 is an exquisite offering from the illustrious vineyards of Bordeaux. This exceptional marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot was created utilising meticulous viticulture practices, further enhancing its rich sophistication. Produced under the watchful expertise of celebrated vintners; its ageing in French oak barrels has lent it an extraordinary depth of flavour.
Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 expresses unique terroir characteristics, granting it a distinct, gratifying character. Its garnet hue, deep woody nose, full-bodied palate, and undertones of ripe berries confirm it as an extraordinary emblem of sophistication. As it is one of the finest specimens of the 2009 vintage, Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 remains in extraordinary demand by wine enthusiasts globally. Aged for unlimited potential, this wine embodies supreme class and timeless elegance.
Observe caution, as one glass may lead to a lifelong appreciation of this exceptional Vrai Canon Bouche 2009, a true testament to the esteemed Bordeaux’s winemaking legacy.
Inc. VAT£431.95 -
(6x75cl) 2008Experience the exquisite nuances of Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008, a fine wine crafted by the esteemed Vranken Pommery Monopole - notably one of France's largest Champagne producers. This fine brut was birthed in the auspicious cellars of Dizy, Epernay, at the heart of the renowned Champagne region. Its production is a testament to fine wine craftsmanship, featuring an extraordinary blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, all harvested during the remarkable 2008 growing season.
Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008 boasts an intricate bouquet of toasted almonds, ripe quince, and subtle biscuit, enhanced by a creamy, lingering fizz that encapsulates true Champagne sophistication. Its loamy limestone terroir imparts distinct mineral inflections, contributing a profound complexity to this effervescent vintage. The bottle, echoing a diamond's facets, truly reflects the Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008's dazzling brilliance. A gem amongst connoisseurs, it embodies the epitome of time-honoured tradition and French finesse.
Inc. VAT£416.35
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Tim Atkin MW (98)
Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42In Bond£2,821.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2021 Musigny Grand Cru clearly has some whole cluster influence, which here is proportional to the fruit concentration. Red cherry and strawberry, cracked black pepper and sage. The palate is medium-bodied with finely sculpted tannins and just a splash of balsamic that infused the red berry fruit, dovetailing into quite a peppery and vibrant finish. Great length. A wine to bunker down in your cellar to resist temptation. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.In Bond£853.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2021 Musigny Grand Cru clearly has some whole cluster influence, which here is proportional to the fruit concentration. Red cherry and strawberry, cracked black pepper and sage. The palate is medium-bodied with finely sculpted tannins and just a splash of balsamic that infused the red berry fruit, dovetailing into quite a peppery and vibrant finish. Great length. A wine to bunker down in your cellar to resist temptation. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.In Bond£5,033.00 -
In Bond£1,895.00
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In Bond£2,535.00
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Vinous (91-93)
(I tasted this and the following wines in the estate's grand cru cellar, which is typically 2 degrees C cooler): Subdued but very pure aromas of black fruits. Juicy, crunchy and intense in the mouth, with a salty complexity to the flavors of black raspberry and red licorice. Finishes very long, with fine-grained tannins and a sappy flavor of black cherry. This is Vincent's second vintage for this wine, which comes from vines that face southeast but also benefit from the cooling influence of the Combe de la Serrée.In Bond£80.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
Vinous (92)
The 2016 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos de Thorey 1er Cru has a lot of toasty oak on the nose plus a touch of reduction. The aromatics are opaque and as a consequence it is not as engaging as some of its peers, though there is attractive whole bunch influence. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, moderate acidity, a little chewy in texture with dark berry fruit mixed with spicebox and white pepper. At least there is fine cohesion on the finish - give it 4 or 5 years in bottle. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting.In Bond£361.00 -
(3x150cl) 2017
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos de Thorey is showing beautifully, wafting from the glass with a lovely bouquet of cherries, wild berries and cassis, mingled with notes of raw cocoa, cinnamon and sweet forest floor. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, deep and velvety, with a sappy core of nicely concentrated fruit, melting tannins and lively acids. Exemplifying the elegant style of contemporary Domaine de la Vougeraie, this has turned out very well.In Bond£640.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from three-hectares of vines with thte 50% whole bunch courtesy of the old vines. The nose offers dark cherries, crushed strawberry and wild hedgerow scents, fine delineation and vigour. The palate is slightly creamy in texture on the entry, quite plush and fruit-driven, pure red cherries and strawberry fruit with a sleek and caressing finish. Predesigned to seduce, this should age well in bottle.In Bond£328.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from two small parcels that are vinified separately. The nose is perfumed with wilted rose petals and peony filtering through the transparent red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and crisp acidity. It's not complex, but there is balance and focus, plus an attractive peppery finish. An early-drinking delight.In Bond£434.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020In Bond£324.00
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(6x75cl) 2011
Wine Advocate (87)
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. This Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes 2011 has a ripe bouquet, even though there is a touch of reduction, the oak lending light chocolate scents toward the red fruit that appear to ebb away in the glass and flow back with more maritime aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with quite succulent and fleshy tannins. The oak is pronounced here and feels a little dominant on the finish, although there is good weight and a pleasant spicy aftertaste. Hopefully, that unresolved wood will assimilate over the next couple of years and it might then merit a higher score.In Bond£484.00 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous (90-92+)
The 2012 Nuits St. Georges Les Damodes is plump, juicy and inviting on the palate, with lovely depth and resonance. This is another wine that comes across as raw and not fully formed. In this case, the malos aren't fully finished yet. Still, there appears to be plenty of mid-palate pliancy here to suggest the Damodes will develop nicely over the coming months and years.In Bond£91.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2019 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Damodes 1er Cru includes one-quarter whole bunch this year. It has a well-defined bouquet of more black than red fruit, plus touches of white pepper and crushed limestone. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, cohesive and silky-smooth. Again, a little more grip would be nice, although it has plenty of charm. Drink after 3–4 years in bottle.In Bond£96.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Damodes 1er Cru includes 50% whole bunch. This has a welcoming bouquet with raspberry and crushed strawberry fruit, hints of pressed rose petals and coniferous trees. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, fine grip, a little compact towards the finish, though it should flesh out in bottle. Quite poised and sustained.In Bond£367.00 -
In Bond£132.00
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(3x150cl) 2017
Wine Advocate (89)
The 2017 Pommard Les Petits Noizons is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with aromas of wild berries, smoked meats, rich soil tones, cinnamon and spices. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, delicate and fine-boned, its perfumed core of fruit framed by powdery tannins and ripe acids. This is an elegant, gently reductive Pommard that should offer a broad drinking window.In Bond£335.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
Located at the St-Aubin end of the vineyard. Glowing lemon and lime in colour, there is more weight and more tension than the village Puligny, but I don’t find it a lot more interesting. Ripe grapefruit and lemon notes, middleweight. Tasted: November 2021In Bond£659.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Vinous (87-89)
The 2020 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three climats picked and pressed separately. This has a well-defined, chalky bouquet that opens nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and saline with a touch of stem ginger on the finish. Fine.In Bond£336.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (86-88)
The 2021 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three parcels. It has a touch more presence on the nose compared to other cuvées with candle wax and honeysuckle mixed with orange blossom, quite Chassagne in style. The palate is balanced with a rounded texture. It's pretty generous and, clearly, a wine that is going to be very approachable. It just misses Puligny DNA, though it's a delicious Chardonnay.In Bond£355.00 -
In Bond£631.00
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(3x150cl) 2016
Wine Advocate (88-90)
The 2016 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot felt more austere on the nose compared to the Puligny Champ Gain. The palate is nicely balanced but maybe missing the complexity of that aforementioned premier cru. I appreciate the dab of spice on the finish, but I would like more personality to come through in bottle.In Bond£727.84 -
Tim Atkin MW (94)
Focused, bright and pretty, this is a savory, even saline, wine. There's an attractive leesiness on the nose followed by ample yellow fruits on the generous, juicy palate. Plums, sweet apples and cherries mesh on the long finish. I always find this wine delightful. 2022-28In Bond£491.00 -
(1x300cl) 2021
Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot was fairly reduced on the nose when tasted at the domaine and difficult to read. The palate is balanced with commendable weight and touches of tropical fruit with decent length, though surprisingly, given the vintage, it just needs a little more tension on the finish.In Bond£422.68 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2021 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot was fairly reduced on the nose when tasted at the domaine and difficult to read. The palate is balanced with commendable weight and touches of tropical fruit with decent length, though surprisingly, given the vintage, it just needs a little more tension on the finish.In Bond£587.00 -
In Bond£651.00
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In Bond£1,415.00
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Vinous (90-92)
The 2019 Vougeot Le Clos de Prieuré Blanc 1er Cru comes from the 0.83-hectare monopole. Fresh apple blossom and wet limestone scents on the nose are flanked by white flowers. The palate is well defined with a fine bead of acidity. This is a slightly more linear and refined Clos de Prieuré Blanc than previous years, revealing a subtle spiciness on the finish. Very fine.In Bond£396.00 -
(12x75cl) 2009
Regarded amongst connoisseurs, Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 is an exquisite offering from the illustrious vineyards of Bordeaux. This exceptional marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot was created utilising meticulous viticulture practices, further enhancing its rich sophistication. Produced under the watchful expertise of celebrated vintners; its ageing in French oak barrels has lent it an extraordinary depth of flavour.
Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 expresses unique terroir characteristics, granting it a distinct, gratifying character. Its garnet hue, deep woody nose, full-bodied palate, and undertones of ripe berries confirm it as an extraordinary emblem of sophistication. As it is one of the finest specimens of the 2009 vintage, Vrai Canon Bouche 2009 remains in extraordinary demand by wine enthusiasts globally. Aged for unlimited potential, this wine embodies supreme class and timeless elegance.
Observe caution, as one glass may lead to a lifelong appreciation of this exceptional Vrai Canon Bouche 2009, a true testament to the esteemed Bordeaux’s winemaking legacy.
In Bond£320.00 -
(6x75cl) 2008
Experience the exquisite nuances of Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008, a fine wine crafted by the esteemed Vranken Pommery Monopole - notably one of France's largest Champagne producers. This fine brut was birthed in the auspicious cellars of Dizy, Epernay, at the heart of the renowned Champagne region. Its production is a testament to fine wine craftsmanship, featuring an extraordinary blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, all harvested during the remarkable 2008 growing season.
Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008 boasts an intricate bouquet of toasted almonds, ripe quince, and subtle biscuit, enhanced by a creamy, lingering fizz that encapsulates true Champagne sophistication. Its loamy limestone terroir imparts distinct mineral inflections, contributing a profound complexity to this effervescent vintage. The bottle, echoing a diamond's facets, truly reflects the Vranken Diamant Blanc Brut 2008's dazzling brilliance. A gem amongst connoisseurs, it embodies the epitome of time-honoured tradition and French finesse.
In Bond£330.93
There is a wealth of great French wine outside the ‘Big 4’ (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and Rhone). The Languedoc Roussillon with it’s herby, robust Mediterranean reds, Provence with its pale, vinous roses, Loire with its flinty Sauvignons, crunchy Cabernet Francs, and endlessly fascinating Chenins, Jura with its old fashioned curiosities… the list goes on. Tradition and terroir are the veins running through them all, making French wines still the most emulated in the world.
