France - All White Wines
France is revered for its exceptional white wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking heritage, diverse terroirs, and unwavering commitment to quality. Today, let us embark on a journey through the best white wines that France has to offer, exploring renowned vineyards and the regions that give birth to these extraordinary expressions.
In Burgundy, the appellations of Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet stand tall as the epitome of excellence in white wine production. Wineries such as Domaine Raveneau, Domaine Dauvissat, and Domaine Leflaive craft mesmerizing Chardonnays that capture the essence of the region's unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils. These wines exhibit precision, purity, and a remarkable balance of mineral notes, citrus flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are celebrated for their exceptional Sauvignon Blancs. Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Didier Dagueneau, and Domaine Pascal Jolivet create expressive and terroir-driven wines that showcase the region's distinct flinty minerality, zesty citrus, and herbaceous undertones.
Further northeast in France, in the region of Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Domaine Trimbach, and Domaine Weinbach produce stunning white wines from varietals like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. These wines display remarkable depth, aromatic complexity, and a balance between sweetness and acidity, reflecting the region's unique microclimates and granite-rich soils.
In Bordeaux, the region of Graves is renowned for its white wines, particularly those crafted from the classic grape varieties of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Château Haut-Brion, Château Pape Clément, and Domaine de Chevalier are esteemed vineyards that produce rich and age-worthy white Bordeaux wines. These wines exhibit a beautiful interplay of tropical fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a touch of toasty oak.
Finally, in the Rhône Valley, the appellation of Condrieu shines as a beacon of excellence in Viognier production. Renowned vineyards such as Domaine Georges Vernay and Domaine Yves Cuilleron create remarkable Viognier wines that seduce the senses with their exotic aromas of apricot, peach, and delicate floral notes. These wines showcase richness, elegance, and a silky texture that lingers on the palate.
France - All White Wines
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Burgundy | 2 | 92+ (VN) |
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£1,092.29 |
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Vinous (92+)Pale, bright yellow. White peach, crushed herbs and dusty stone on the nose, plus a touch of brown spices. Surprisingly sweet, rich and pliant on the palate but with strong acidity that hasn't yet integrated with the wine's fruit. Concentrated, saline wine with a very long finish. Offers outstanding potential. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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£857.38 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Brought up in 20% new oak, the 2013 Condrieu Coteau du Chery is a bigger, richer, more concentrated wine in the vintage than the Clos Chanson (which is the opposite from 2014). A touch unruly at the moment and in need of six to 12 months in bottle, it offers serious notes of caramelized stone fruits, apple blossom and honeysuckle to go with full-bodied richness, a big mid-palate, and plenty of cut and definition on the finish. It should be at its best from 2017-2021. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,039.69 |
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Immerse your senses in the splendid Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013, a gem from the feted soils of Burgundy. Crafted by meticulous vintner, Arnaud Ente, respected globally for his dedication to terroir-expressive wines. This Aligoté uses grapes meticulously handpicked from vineyards with diverse soil types. Their vinification in old oak barrels bestows a rich, textured palate laced with melon, citrus and floral undertones. The wine's notable minerality reflects its birthplace, offering a captivating tension between freshness and depth. Arnaud Ente's precise viticulture and traditional vinification practices ensure this Bourgogne Aligoté's potential for graceful ageing, unfolding layers of complexity with every year. Subtle oak integration results in a wine that's beautifully balanced, with the vivacious acidity of Aligoté grape extraordinarily intact. Indulge in Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013 – a remarkable testimonial for Aligoté's potential to yield extraordinary wines when nurtured with passion and respect. It's less a wine, more an experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£789.60 |
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Vinous (92)The 2013 Meursault Village shows just a small reduction on the nose with light grapefruit, beeswax and pressed white flower scents emerging with time. I admire the delineation here. There is a superb line of acidity that runs straight through this Meursault, spicier than I anticipated yet still youthful with veins of lime on the aftertaste. Superb. Tasted at Chapon Rouge in Dijon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£32,536.84 |
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Imbued with an elegant complexity, Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 is a masterful expression of the quintessential Burgundy Aligoté grape. Cultivated meticulously in Auvenay's small boutique vineyards, this wine enjoys the superior terroir of Burgundy's Côte d'Or. Artisanal and discreet, Auvenay is overseen by the acclaimed vigneron, Lalou Bize-Leroy, whose deft touch has produced a wine that perfectly captures the domaine's ascetic purity. Exuding a vivacious acidity and gossamer texture, the 2013 vintage is indicative of the cold, late growing season. Extended lees-aging imparts additional depth and creaminess to the wine. Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 tantalises the palate with vibrant citrus notes, accompanied by an undercurrent of minerality. The finish is impressively long and rewarding. This rare gem is perfect for fine wine connoisseurs seeking an uncompromisingly beautiful Aligoté, steeped in the artistry and craftmanship of France's storied Burgundy region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£7,317.20 |
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The Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013, hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region, is a remarkable and highly sought-after white wine. Crafted by the reputable producer Domaine d'Auvenay under the direction of the legendary connoisseur Lalou Bize-Leroy, its excellence reflects the strict, biodynamic principles adhered to during its creation. The grapes are fermented in new oak barrels and aged for a period of up to 24 months, resulting in a wine of outstanding depth and complexity. Boasting a luscious golden hue, Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 delights the palate with notes of ripe stone fruit underscored by crisp minerality and a long, elegant finish. This wine's extraordinary resilience allows for impressive aging potential, making it a true collector's gem. Elevate your wine collection with the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 - a testament to the exceptional calibre of Burgundy's terroir and vinicultural richness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£11,440.40 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£19,780.82 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Burgundy | 8 | - |
Inc. VAT
£330.25 |
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Offering a remarkable experience for discerning oenophiles, Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 is an exquisite gem from the well-regarded producer Ballot Millot. This exceptional Burgundy white wine hails from the premier cru vineyard of Meursault-Genevrieres, located in the Cote de Beaune sub-region of France's Burgundy. The wine has been expertly crafted, using traditional vinification methods complemented by modern winemaking techniques, resulting in an expertly balanced elixir. The Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 revels in complexity, offering layered notes of almond, honey, and ripe pear, interlaced with subtle minerality. Its exceptional longevity grants enthusiasts time to savour its evolving depth and equilibrium. Opulent yet restrained, this wine is an affirmation of Ballot Millot's reputation as a premier vigneron, where each vintage reflects immaculate attention to detail and a keen understanding of terroir. A bottle of Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 indeed encapsulates a true sensory delight, a testament to the sophistication of white Burgundy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
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£2,164.80 |
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Vinous (92+)(purchased fruit from vines on the Puligny side of the cru near the Chassagne border): Wet stone and menthol dominate the nose. Chewy and vinous but tighter at present and less harmonious than the Grandes Ruchottes. In a powerful style but not thick or heavy. The echoing finish is salty and dry. This will need time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91+ (VN) |
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£1,500.29 |
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Vinous (91+)(from Fairendes and La Cardeuse, the latter a monopole of the domain): Pale yellow. Reticent, distinctly rocky aromas of lemon, honey and crushed stone. Rich and plush in the mouth, with yellow stone fruit, pear and rock flavors nicely framed by harmonious acidity. In a fairly masculine style, finishing with excellent lift and an almost tannic impression. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£1,580.03 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale, bright yellow. A note of meaty reduction to the aromas of crushed stone, white pepper and smoke. Densely packed, smooth and refined, showing lovely freshness and lift to its intense stone fruit and floral flavors. Finishes very long and suave, with an impression of fine-grained tannins and terrific lift. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93+ (VN) |
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£2,992.84 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale, bright yellow. A note of meaty reduction to the aromas of crushed stone, white pepper and smoke. Densely packed, smooth and refined, showing lovely freshness and lift to its intense stone fruit and floral flavors. Finishes very long and suave, with an impression of fine-grained tannins and terrific lift. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£1,123.61 |
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Vinous (92-94)(this was 12.8% potential alcohol chaptalized to 13.5%): Bright lemon-yellow. Deep, smoky, soil-driven aromas of pineapple, nectarine, peach, iodine and clove. Tactile and dusty on the palate, with strong oak spice and iodine minerality currently dominating the wine's underlying orchard fruit flavors. More musclebound and Montrachet-like than the regular Chevalier-Montrachet in spite of possessing lower acidity (3.9 grams per liter). Finishes very long and firm, with enticing notes of orange, gingerbread and honey. Real creamy density here, but this needs more elevage. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£3,165.64 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Completing a trifecta of perfect whites, the 2013 Ermitage l’Ermite Blanc is another sensational effort that offers incredible minerality/liquid rock in its pineapple, tangerine, flower oil, mint and caramelized citrus-driven bouquet. Full-bodied and beautiful on the palate, with more tension and focus than the Cuvee de L’Orée or le Meal, it has perfectly balanced richness, structure and freshness, with no hard edges and a blockbuster finish. It won't be accessible for another 3-4 years and will most likely be immortal in the cellar. |
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Rhone | 4 | 100 (WA) |
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£1,489.24 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Easily the finest vintage of this cuvee to date, the 2013 Ermitage le Meal Blanc doesn’t give an inch to the more heralded Cuvee de L’Orée or l’Ermite. Pure perfection in a glass, with awesome caramelized citrus, pineapple, crushed rock, toasted bread and buttered peach, it’s full-bodied, massive and concentrated on the palate, with incredible purity, richness and length. As with the other top whites here, it needs a year or two in the cellar and will have 2-3 decades of longevity. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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£788.69 |
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Vinous (92)(13.2% natural alcohol): Bright medium yellow. Reticent aromas of underripe pineapple, white nectarine, crushed herbs and white pepper. Very ripe, supple and fine-grained, with the fruit and spice flavors conveying an impression of finesse. The 2013 grand crus were bottled this January, except for the Blanchots, which was bottled in September of '14 owing to the small size of the cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£788.69 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2013 Chablis Valmur bristles with energy and pure class. Here the flavors are vibrant and focused to the core, with plenty of the typical Moreau depth, but also more than enough underlying acidity and minerality to provide balance. The aromatics are just a touch reduced at this stage, but that is not surprising considering I tasted the wine from tank. The 2013 was vinified in equal parts oak and stainless steel, while the aging is taking place entirely in tank. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£788.69 |
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Vinous (91-93)Mint, chamomile, honey, hazelnuts and dried fruits jump from the glass in the 2013 Chablis Vaudésir. Underlying veins of acidity give the Vaudésir its energy, tension and pure drive. This is one of the more reticent wines at Moreau this year, but it also offers plenty of promise. In 2013, the Vaudésir was fermented entirely in tank. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£5,843.60 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Raphaël Coche-Dury describes this as the most challenging vintage of his career to date, but the 2013 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with notes of yellow orchard fruit, mandarin and lemon oil, almond paste and subtle top notes of petrol and white flowers. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, layered and intense, with an ample mid-palate, juicy acids, chewy extract and a long, saline finish. This isn't as structurally taut as the best vintages, so it will be a comparatively precocious rendition of this reliably long-lived cuvée, but it should deliver great pleasure over two decades or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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£3,243.20 |
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Vinous (94+)Pale, bright lemon-yellow. Flamboyant orange zest and stone aromas come across as a bit more exotic than those of the Genevrières. On the palate, the wine's creamy soft citrus fruit is energized by powerful sappy minerality. There's great stuffing here but this very long, palate-staining wine will need time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£1,042.01 |
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Vinous (92-94)(ready to bottle): Bright, light yellow. Knockout nose combines lime, orange peel and minerals. Distinctly tactile, even a bit phenolic, with penetrating acidity giving the citrus and stone flavors terrific cut. The crop level here was just 25 hectoliters per hectare, which Lafon described as typical of the vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
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£1,322.42 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)Firstly, you notice the color, which is a touch deeper than recent vintages at this stage. The bouquet is quite honeyed and rich for Yquem at this early juncture, with subtle scents of peach skin, white flowers, and a puff of chalk and frangipane. The palate is viscous on the entry, all about the texture at first, coating the mouth with luscious botrytized fruit. There are touches of Seville orange marmalade, fresh apricot, a hint of spice and passion fruit. This is imbued with impressive depth and weight, perhaps an Yquem that is determined to make an impression after last year-s absence. It might not possess the finesse of a top flight Yquem, but it has immense power and persistency. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
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£2,474.44 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)Firstly, you notice the color, which is a touch deeper than recent vintages at this stage. The bouquet is quite honeyed and rich for Yquem at this early juncture, with subtle scents of peach skin, white flowers, and a puff of chalk and frangipane. The palate is viscous on the entry, all about the texture at first, coating the mouth with luscious botrytized fruit. There are touches of Seville orange marmalade, fresh apricot, a hint of spice and passion fruit. This is imbued with impressive depth and weight, perhaps an Yquem that is determined to make an impression after last year-s absence. It might not possess the finesse of a top flight Yquem, but it has immense power and persistency. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (WA) |
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£562.18 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2013 De Fieuzal Blanc has quite a candied nose with hints of brown sugar lurking behind that veneer of tropical fruit. For Fieuzal I find this refreshingly vivacious in style. That comes through on the palate with nectarine and peach skin, a keen line of acidity with a slightly overworked finish that is more phenolic than its peers. It needs 3 or 4 years in bottle to really show its mettle, though instinct tells me that it will be worth waiting for. |
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Sud Ouest | 1 | - |
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£482.46 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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£8,409.20 |
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Burghound (96)A whiff of post-bottling reduction does little to detract from the strikingly well-layered and ever-so-mildly exotic fruit, white flower and softly wooded nose. The super-rich and full-bodied yet beautifully delineated flavors possess a borderline painful intensity along with a taut muscularity before culminating a focused, tightly wound and powerful finale that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Moreover this markedly dry but not really austere effort is what I describe as sneaky long because just as the finish appears to be dying away it suddenly come back and plays hide and seek with your palate. Like most vintages of the Domaine's Montrachet this is undeniably built-to-age but unlike some of them the 2013 rendition is not likely to drink particularly well before the age of at least 10 and should reward somewhere between 15 and 20. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£2,792.44 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Criots Bâtard Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense and mineral bouquet that soars – touches of white peach and apricot blossom gently drifting from the glass, flecks of chalk and even white chocolate. The palate is fresh and vibrant, hints of white peach and brioche, oyster shell and citrus peel on the precise understated finish. This will be irresistible. |
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Rhone | 8 | 97 (WA) |
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£565.22 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2013 Hermitage Ex Voto Blanc is a head-turner that offers sensational notes of buttered stone fruits, charcoal, toasted bread, toasted nuts and freshly crushed rocks. Take Marsanne and filter it through a bed of rocks, and you’d have an idea of what this beauty tastes like. Full-bodied, thick, unctuous and concentrated, it’s certainly one of the most exciting dry whites coming from the Northern Rhône Valley today. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£1,548.41 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Haut Brion Blanc, which is a blend of 66% Sauvignon Blanc and 34% Semillon, has a more expressive bouquet than the 2013 La Mission Haut Brion Blanc, with mineral-rich citrus fruit, grapefruit and honeysuckle - all very vivacious. The palate is very well balanced, intense and exuberant with lanolin-tinged citrus fruit, dried pineapple, almond, sweet fig and a dash of lemongrass on the long finish. This is just a superb Haut Brion Blanc that should give two or three decades of pleasure. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92+ (VN) |
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£891.00 |
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Vinous (92+)Pale, bright yellow. White peach, crushed herbs and dusty stone on the nose, plus a touch of brown spices. Surprisingly sweet, rich and pliant on the palate but with strong acidity that hasn't yet integrated with the wine's fruit. Concentrated, saline wine with a very long finish. Offers outstanding potential. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
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£676.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Brought up in 20% new oak, the 2013 Condrieu Coteau du Chery is a bigger, richer, more concentrated wine in the vintage than the Clos Chanson (which is the opposite from 2014). A touch unruly at the moment and in need of six to 12 months in bottle, it offers serious notes of caramelized stone fruits, apple blossom and honeysuckle to go with full-bodied richness, a big mid-palate, and plenty of cut and definition on the finish. It should be at its best from 2017-2021. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£860.00 |
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Immerse your senses in the splendid Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013, a gem from the feted soils of Burgundy. Crafted by meticulous vintner, Arnaud Ente, respected globally for his dedication to terroir-expressive wines. This Aligoté uses grapes meticulously handpicked from vineyards with diverse soil types. Their vinification in old oak barrels bestows a rich, textured palate laced with melon, citrus and floral undertones. The wine's notable minerality reflects its birthplace, offering a captivating tension between freshness and depth. Arnaud Ente's precise viticulture and traditional vinification practices ensure this Bourgogne Aligoté's potential for graceful ageing, unfolding layers of complexity with every year. Subtle oak integration results in a wine that's beautifully balanced, with the vivacious acidity of Aligoté grape extraordinarily intact. Indulge in Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013 – a remarkable testimonial for Aligoté's potential to yield extraordinary wines when nurtured with passion and respect. It's less a wine, more an experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£789.60 |
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Vinous (92)The 2013 Meursault Village shows just a small reduction on the nose with light grapefruit, beeswax and pressed white flower scents emerging with time. I admire the delineation here. There is a superb line of acidity that runs straight through this Meursault, spicier than I anticipated yet still youthful with veins of lime on the aftertaste. Superb. Tasted at Chapon Rouge in Dijon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£27,098.00 |
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Imbued with an elegant complexity, Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 is a masterful expression of the quintessential Burgundy Aligoté grape. Cultivated meticulously in Auvenay's small boutique vineyards, this wine enjoys the superior terroir of Burgundy's Côte d'Or. Artisanal and discreet, Auvenay is overseen by the acclaimed vigneron, Lalou Bize-Leroy, whose deft touch has produced a wine that perfectly captures the domaine's ascetic purity. Exuding a vivacious acidity and gossamer texture, the 2013 vintage is indicative of the cold, late growing season. Extended lees-aging imparts additional depth and creaminess to the wine. Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 tantalises the palate with vibrant citrus notes, accompanied by an undercurrent of minerality. The finish is impressively long and rewarding. This rare gem is perfect for fine wine connoisseurs seeking an uncompromisingly beautiful Aligoté, steeped in the artistry and craftmanship of France's storied Burgundy region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£6,095.00 |
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The Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013, hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region, is a remarkable and highly sought-after white wine. Crafted by the reputable producer Domaine d'Auvenay under the direction of the legendary connoisseur Lalou Bize-Leroy, its excellence reflects the strict, biodynamic principles adhered to during its creation. The grapes are fermented in new oak barrels and aged for a period of up to 24 months, resulting in a wine of outstanding depth and complexity. Boasting a luscious golden hue, Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 delights the palate with notes of ripe stone fruit underscored by crisp minerality and a long, elegant finish. This wine's extraordinary resilience allows for impressive aging potential, making it a true collector's gem. Elevate your wine collection with the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 - a testament to the exceptional calibre of Burgundy's terroir and vinicultural richness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£9,531.00 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£16,476.00 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Burgundy | 8 | - |
In Bond
£272.00 |
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Offering a remarkable experience for discerning oenophiles, Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 is an exquisite gem from the well-regarded producer Ballot Millot. This exceptional Burgundy white wine hails from the premier cru vineyard of Meursault-Genevrieres, located in the Cote de Beaune sub-region of France's Burgundy. The wine has been expertly crafted, using traditional vinification methods complemented by modern winemaking techniques, resulting in an expertly balanced elixir. The Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 revels in complexity, offering layered notes of almond, honey, and ripe pear, interlaced with subtle minerality. Its exceptional longevity grants enthusiasts time to savour its evolving depth and equilibrium. Opulent yet restrained, this wine is an affirmation of Ballot Millot's reputation as a premier vigneron, where each vintage reflects immaculate attention to detail and a keen understanding of terroir. A bottle of Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 indeed encapsulates a true sensory delight, a testament to the sophistication of white Burgundy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
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£2,164.80 |
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Vinous (92+)(purchased fruit from vines on the Puligny side of the cru near the Chassagne border): Wet stone and menthol dominate the nose. Chewy and vinous but tighter at present and less harmonious than the Grandes Ruchottes. In a powerful style but not thick or heavy. The echoing finish is salty and dry. This will need time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91+ (VN) |
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£1,231.00 |
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Vinous (91+)(from Fairendes and La Cardeuse, the latter a monopole of the domain): Pale yellow. Reticent, distinctly rocky aromas of lemon, honey and crushed stone. Rich and plush in the mouth, with yellow stone fruit, pear and rock flavors nicely framed by harmonious acidity. In a fairly masculine style, finishing with excellent lift and an almost tannic impression. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£1,306.00 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale, bright yellow. A note of meaty reduction to the aromas of crushed stone, white pepper and smoke. Densely packed, smooth and refined, showing lovely freshness and lift to its intense stone fruit and floral flavors. Finishes very long and suave, with an impression of fine-grained tannins and terrific lift. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93+ (VN) |
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£2,478.00 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale, bright yellow. A note of meaty reduction to the aromas of crushed stone, white pepper and smoke. Densely packed, smooth and refined, showing lovely freshness and lift to its intense stone fruit and floral flavors. Finishes very long and suave, with an impression of fine-grained tannins and terrific lift. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£931.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)(this was 12.8% potential alcohol chaptalized to 13.5%): Bright lemon-yellow. Deep, smoky, soil-driven aromas of pineapple, nectarine, peach, iodine and clove. Tactile and dusty on the palate, with strong oak spice and iodine minerality currently dominating the wine's underlying orchard fruit flavors. More musclebound and Montrachet-like than the regular Chevalier-Montrachet in spite of possessing lower acidity (3.9 grams per liter). Finishes very long and firm, with enticing notes of orange, gingerbread and honey. Real creamy density here, but this needs more elevage. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£2,622.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Completing a trifecta of perfect whites, the 2013 Ermitage l’Ermite Blanc is another sensational effort that offers incredible minerality/liquid rock in its pineapple, tangerine, flower oil, mint and caramelized citrus-driven bouquet. Full-bodied and beautiful on the palate, with more tension and focus than the Cuvee de L’Orée or le Meal, it has perfectly balanced richness, structure and freshness, with no hard edges and a blockbuster finish. It won't be accessible for another 3-4 years and will most likely be immortal in the cellar. |
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Rhone | 4 | 100 (WA) |
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£1,225.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Easily the finest vintage of this cuvee to date, the 2013 Ermitage le Meal Blanc doesn’t give an inch to the more heralded Cuvee de L’Orée or l’Ermite. Pure perfection in a glass, with awesome caramelized citrus, pineapple, crushed rock, toasted bread and buttered peach, it’s full-bodied, massive and concentrated on the palate, with incredible purity, richness and length. As with the other top whites here, it needs a year or two in the cellar and will have 2-3 decades of longevity. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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£638.00 |
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Vinous (92)(13.2% natural alcohol): Bright medium yellow. Reticent aromas of underripe pineapple, white nectarine, crushed herbs and white pepper. Very ripe, supple and fine-grained, with the fruit and spice flavors conveying an impression of finesse. The 2013 grand crus were bottled this January, except for the Blanchots, which was bottled in September of '14 owing to the small size of the cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£638.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2013 Chablis Valmur bristles with energy and pure class. Here the flavors are vibrant and focused to the core, with plenty of the typical Moreau depth, but also more than enough underlying acidity and minerality to provide balance. The aromatics are just a touch reduced at this stage, but that is not surprising considering I tasted the wine from tank. The 2013 was vinified in equal parts oak and stainless steel, while the aging is taking place entirely in tank. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£638.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)Mint, chamomile, honey, hazelnuts and dried fruits jump from the glass in the 2013 Chablis Vaudésir. Underlying veins of acidity give the Vaudésir its energy, tension and pure drive. This is one of the more reticent wines at Moreau this year, but it also offers plenty of promise. In 2013, the Vaudésir was fermented entirely in tank. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£4,867.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Raphaël Coche-Dury describes this as the most challenging vintage of his career to date, but the 2013 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is showing very well, unfurling in the glass with notes of yellow orchard fruit, mandarin and lemon oil, almond paste and subtle top notes of petrol and white flowers. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, layered and intense, with an ample mid-palate, juicy acids, chewy extract and a long, saline finish. This isn't as structurally taut as the best vintages, so it will be a comparatively precocious rendition of this reliably long-lived cuvée, but it should deliver great pleasure over two decades or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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£2,700.00 |
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Vinous (94+)Pale, bright lemon-yellow. Flamboyant orange zest and stone aromas come across as a bit more exotic than those of the Genevrières. On the palate, the wine's creamy soft citrus fruit is energized by powerful sappy minerality. There's great stuffing here but this very long, palate-staining wine will need time in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£863.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)(ready to bottle): Bright, light yellow. Knockout nose combines lime, orange peel and minerals. Distinctly tactile, even a bit phenolic, with penetrating acidity giving the citrus and stone flavors terrific cut. The crop level here was just 25 hectoliters per hectare, which Lafon described as typical of the vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
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£1,094.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)Firstly, you notice the color, which is a touch deeper than recent vintages at this stage. The bouquet is quite honeyed and rich for Yquem at this early juncture, with subtle scents of peach skin, white flowers, and a puff of chalk and frangipane. The palate is viscous on the entry, all about the texture at first, coating the mouth with luscious botrytized fruit. There are touches of Seville orange marmalade, fresh apricot, a hint of spice and passion fruit. This is imbued with impressive depth and weight, perhaps an Yquem that is determined to make an impression after last year-s absence. It might not possess the finesse of a top flight Yquem, but it has immense power and persistency. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
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£2,046.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)Firstly, you notice the color, which is a touch deeper than recent vintages at this stage. The bouquet is quite honeyed and rich for Yquem at this early juncture, with subtle scents of peach skin, white flowers, and a puff of chalk and frangipane. The palate is viscous on the entry, all about the texture at first, coating the mouth with luscious botrytized fruit. There are touches of Seville orange marmalade, fresh apricot, a hint of spice and passion fruit. This is imbued with impressive depth and weight, perhaps an Yquem that is determined to make an impression after last year-s absence. It might not possess the finesse of a top flight Yquem, but it has immense power and persistency. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (WA) |
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£430.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2013 De Fieuzal Blanc has quite a candied nose with hints of brown sugar lurking behind that veneer of tropical fruit. For Fieuzal I find this refreshingly vivacious in style. That comes through on the palate with nectarine and peach skin, a keen line of acidity with a slightly overworked finish that is more phenolic than its peers. It needs 3 or 4 years in bottle to really show its mettle, though instinct tells me that it will be worth waiting for. |
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£395.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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£7,005.00 |
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Burghound (96)A whiff of post-bottling reduction does little to detract from the strikingly well-layered and ever-so-mildly exotic fruit, white flower and softly wooded nose. The super-rich and full-bodied yet beautifully delineated flavors possess a borderline painful intensity along with a taut muscularity before culminating a focused, tightly wound and powerful finale that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Moreover this markedly dry but not really austere effort is what I describe as sneaky long because just as the finish appears to be dying away it suddenly come back and plays hide and seek with your palate. Like most vintages of the Domaine's Montrachet this is undeniably built-to-age but unlike some of them the 2013 rendition is not likely to drink particularly well before the age of at least 10 and should reward somewhere between 15 and 20. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£2,311.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Criots Bâtard Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense and mineral bouquet that soars – touches of white peach and apricot blossom gently drifting from the glass, flecks of chalk and even white chocolate. The palate is fresh and vibrant, hints of white peach and brioche, oyster shell and citrus peel on the precise understated finish. This will be irresistible. |
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Rhone | 8 | 97 (WA) |
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£463.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2013 Hermitage Ex Voto Blanc is a head-turner that offers sensational notes of buttered stone fruits, charcoal, toasted bread, toasted nuts and freshly crushed rocks. Take Marsanne and filter it through a bed of rocks, and you’d have an idea of what this beauty tastes like. Full-bodied, thick, unctuous and concentrated, it’s certainly one of the most exciting dry whites coming from the Northern Rhône Valley today. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£1,285.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Haut Brion Blanc, which is a blend of 66% Sauvignon Blanc and 34% Semillon, has a more expressive bouquet than the 2013 La Mission Haut Brion Blanc, with mineral-rich citrus fruit, grapefruit and honeysuckle - all very vivacious. The palate is very well balanced, intense and exuberant with lanolin-tinged citrus fruit, dried pineapple, almond, sweet fig and a dash of lemongrass on the long finish. This is just a superb Haut Brion Blanc that should give two or three decades of pleasure. |
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