France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£829.24 |
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Wine Advocate (92-94)The 2015 Corton Grand Cru has a modest nose following the pair of excellent Aloxe-Corton Premier Crus. The small proportion of whole bunch lends a little forest floor to the mix of broody dark fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple ripe tannin. There is a keen thread of acidity here although it tightens up towards the finish, slams the door shut (for now). Hopefully buyers will cellar this for several years, because it has huge potential. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£834.29 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Corton Grand Cru, which comes from Les Combes as usual (though not on the label), has a lovely nose with brambly red fruit, black truffle and subtle pencil box aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, very fine tension and an almost sorbet-fresh, quite mouth-coating finish. It will require time in bottle...but this Corton will be worth the wait. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£546.02 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru comes from two parcels amounting to a single hectare of vines. This is more mineral-driven than the straight Le Corton, offering beautifully defined red berry fruit laced with crushed limestone and light marine aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with powerful red berry fruit. Quite heady for a Corton-Bressandes, leading to an intense finish. Perhaps this year I err toward the restraint shown by the Le Corton. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-93 (IB) |
Inc. VAT
£830.69 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-93)Rich purple, perhaps not quite so dense. Ripe strawberry with some floral rose notes in a concentrated register, then an explosion of blackcurrant, blackberry and some fresher red berry notes as well on the palate, soft and liquid, though the alcohol is showing, at 15%. Tasted: October 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,290.58 |
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The Vincent Bouzereau Corton Grand Cru Clos des Fietres 2019, a quintessential Burgundy, exemplifies the prestigious lineage of Vincent Bouzereau, an esteemed viticulturist from Meursault. Hand-harvested from the celebrated Clos des Fietres vineyard nestled on the slopes of the Corton hill, this Pinot Noir presents a rich, ruby hue and exotic aromatics. Deeply ingrained in the grand terroir tradition, Bouzereau employs meticulous vinification techniques, opting for a 20-day cold soak followed by a controlled fermentation. The wine is then matured in oak barrels for 18 months, prompting lush, round flavours of dark fruit, embellished by oaky tones and sophisticated spice notes. Vincent Bouzereau's dedication to sustainable farming and precise winemaking crafts a signature style of precision and elegance, rendering the Corton Grand Cru Clos des Fietres 2019 a wine of unparalleled grandeur. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£899.09 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Corton-Perrières Grand Cru comes from purchased grapes with 30% whole bunch. This has a classy bouquet with mineral-driven black fruit, hints of graphite and tobacco emerging with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine acidity, good grip towards the finish where it just misses a little delineation and finesse. But it should repay cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£251.60 |
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Wine Advocate (91)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru from Vougeraie clearly has some stem addition on the nose but it works well: the fruit seems ripe and it does not obscure the terroir. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, sour cherry and strawberry with a fine line of acidity threaded through from start to finish, lending focus and harmony. Still a baby, give this 2-3 more years before broaching. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£930.04 |
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Wine Advocate (91)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru from Vougeraie clearly has some stem addition on the nose but it works well: the fruit seems ripe and it does not obscure the terroir. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, sour cherry and strawberry with a fine line of acidity threaded through from start to finish, lending focus and harmony. Still a baby, give this 2-3 more years before broaching. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 5 | 88 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£280.40 |
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Vinous (88)The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a rather facile, pastille-scented bouquet that misses the complexity of its peers. The palate is balanced and clean, but lacks complexity and minerality. Pleasurable but does not engage the intellect. There seems to be some whole bunch fruit here, but it does not quite gel together as well as other examples. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£986.44 |
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Vinous (88)The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a rather facile, pastille-scented bouquet that misses the complexity of its peers. The palate is balanced and clean, but lacks complexity and minerality. Pleasurable but does not engage the intellect. There seems to be some whole bunch fruit here, but it does not quite gel together as well as other examples. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£262.40 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£891.64 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£931.24 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£795.64 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru comes from just under half a hectare of vines and is matured with 35% whole bunch. It has a well-defined bouquet that is earthier than Vougeraie’s other crus, conveying a little more energy than the Premier Crus. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, the stems imparting a touch of pepperiness, and the finish is quite tensile, displaying good persistence. This is an elegant Clos du Roi that should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£999.64 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru comes from just under half a hectare of vines and is matured with 35% whole bunch. It has a well-defined bouquet that is earthier than Vougeraie’s other crus, conveying a little more energy than the Premier Crus. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, the stems imparting a touch of pepperiness, and the finish is quite tensile, displaying good persistence. This is an elegant Clos du Roi that should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£899.09 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 100% whole bunch this year. I appreciate the aromatics here - well-defined, fragrant and quite floral, there offers fine mineralité and tension. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very harmonious with a bead of acidity that lends finesse and elegant towads the finish. This is clever winemaking and a successful Corton. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£860.69 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,484.44 |
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The Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 typifies the high standards of Burgundy's revered Domaine Y. Clerget. This sumptuously textured and lavishly rich Grand Cru is a testament to Thibaud Clerget's mastery of Viticulture. Originating from the illustrious hillside vineyards of Corton Rognet, the structure and profound depth of this wine are emblematic of the clay and limestone soil. The meticulous combination of hand harvesting and aging in French oak ensures a harmonious ensemble of dark fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle spice hints. Wine lovers will appreciate the voluptuous, full-bodied palate, balanced by an elegantly soft tannin structure and a persistent finish. Crafted by the ninth generation winemaker of Clerget family, this Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 continues to uphold familial legacy and regional prestige, offering a prominent reflection of Burgundy's famed terroir. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,181.09 |
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Savour the luxurious taste of Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021, a superior red wine from renowned Burgundy producer, Yvon Clerget. This fine wine is born from an exceptional terroir on the hill of Corton Rognet in Beaune, France, renowned for its aged Jurassic limestone soils. Each grape is delicately handpicked to ensure optimal integrity before undergoing traditional vinification processes. Fermentation in oak casks allows inimitable expressions of Pinot Noir - evoking deep, indulgent flavours of ripe berries, balanced by a stunning minerality reflective of its terroir. This wine is notable for its thoughtful blending of cultivated tradition and innovation, entrenched in Yvon Clerget's ethos of producing sustainable, organic wines. A reflection of meticulous precision, Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021 captures Burgundy's essence, making it a masterpiece of its lineage, a quintessential delight for the seasoned oenophile. Enjoy a handcrafted masterpiece that is sure to leave a lasting impression. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (WA) |
In Bond
£675.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92-94)The 2015 Corton Grand Cru has a modest nose following the pair of excellent Aloxe-Corton Premier Crus. The small proportion of whole bunch lends a little forest floor to the mix of broody dark fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple ripe tannin. There is a keen thread of acidity here although it tightens up towards the finish, slams the door shut (for now). Hopefully buyers will cellar this for several years, because it has huge potential. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£676.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Corton Grand Cru, which comes from Les Combes as usual (though not on the label), has a lovely nose with brambly red fruit, black truffle and subtle pencil box aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, very fine tension and an almost sorbet-fresh, quite mouth-coating finish. It will require time in bottle...but this Corton will be worth the wait. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£447.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru comes from two parcels amounting to a single hectare of vines. This is more mineral-driven than the straight Le Corton, offering beautifully defined red berry fruit laced with crushed limestone and light marine aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with powerful red berry fruit. Quite heady for a Corton-Bressandes, leading to an intense finish. Perhaps this year I err toward the restraint shown by the Le Corton. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-93 (IB) |
In Bond
£673.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-93)Rich purple, perhaps not quite so dense. Ripe strawberry with some floral rose notes in a concentrated register, then an explosion of blackcurrant, blackberry and some fresher red berry notes as well on the palate, soft and liquid, though the alcohol is showing, at 15%. Tasted: October 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£1,037.00 |
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The Vincent Bouzereau Corton Grand Cru Clos des Fietres 2019, a quintessential Burgundy, exemplifies the prestigious lineage of Vincent Bouzereau, an esteemed viticulturist from Meursault. Hand-harvested from the celebrated Clos des Fietres vineyard nestled on the slopes of the Corton hill, this Pinot Noir presents a rich, ruby hue and exotic aromatics. Deeply ingrained in the grand terroir tradition, Bouzereau employs meticulous vinification techniques, opting for a 20-day cold soak followed by a controlled fermentation. The wine is then matured in oak barrels for 18 months, prompting lush, round flavours of dark fruit, embellished by oaky tones and sophisticated spice notes. Vincent Bouzereau's dedication to sustainable farming and precise winemaking crafts a signature style of precision and elegance, rendering the Corton Grand Cru Clos des Fietres 2019 a wine of unparalleled grandeur. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£730.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Corton-Perrières Grand Cru comes from purchased grapes with 30% whole bunch. This has a classy bouquet with mineral-driven black fruit, hints of graphite and tobacco emerging with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine acidity, good grip towards the finish where it just misses a little delineation and finesse. But it should repay cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91 (WA) |
In Bond
£207.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru from Vougeraie clearly has some stem addition on the nose but it works well: the fruit seems ripe and it does not obscure the terroir. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, sour cherry and strawberry with a fine line of acidity threaded through from start to finish, lending focus and harmony. Still a baby, give this 2-3 more years before broaching. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91 (WA) |
In Bond
£759.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, the 2014 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru from Vougeraie clearly has some stem addition on the nose but it works well: the fruit seems ripe and it does not obscure the terroir. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, sour cherry and strawberry with a fine line of acidity threaded through from start to finish, lending focus and harmony. Still a baby, give this 2-3 more years before broaching. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 5 | 88 (VN) |
In Bond
£231.00 |
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Vinous (88)The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a rather facile, pastille-scented bouquet that misses the complexity of its peers. The palate is balanced and clean, but lacks complexity and minerality. Pleasurable but does not engage the intellect. There seems to be some whole bunch fruit here, but it does not quite gel together as well as other examples. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88 (VN) |
In Bond
£806.00 |
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Vinous (88)The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a rather facile, pastille-scented bouquet that misses the complexity of its peers. The palate is balanced and clean, but lacks complexity and minerality. Pleasurable but does not engage the intellect. There seems to be some whole bunch fruit here, but it does not quite gel together as well as other examples. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£216.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£727.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
£760.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 65% whole-bunch fruit. The well-defined nose features brambly black fruit, crushed stone/powdered gravel and light tobacco scents. The medium-bodied palate is linear, precise and elegant, delivering fine-grained tannins with moderate grip and a slightly conservative finish. I suspect this will ultimately turn out to be a well-crafted yet early-drinking Corton. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£647.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru comes from just under half a hectare of vines and is matured with 35% whole bunch. It has a well-defined bouquet that is earthier than Vougeraie’s other crus, conveying a little more energy than the Premier Crus. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, the stems imparting a touch of pepperiness, and the finish is quite tensile, displaying good persistence. This is an elegant Clos du Roi that should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£817.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru comes from just under half a hectare of vines and is matured with 35% whole bunch. It has a well-defined bouquet that is earthier than Vougeraie’s other crus, conveying a little more energy than the Premier Crus. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, the stems imparting a touch of pepperiness, and the finish is quite tensile, displaying good persistence. This is an elegant Clos du Roi that should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£730.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru contains 100% whole bunch this year. I appreciate the aromatics here - well-defined, fragrant and quite floral, there offers fine mineralité and tension. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very harmonious with a bead of acidity that lends finesse and elegant towads the finish. This is clever winemaking and a successful Corton. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£698.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,221.00 |
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The Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 typifies the high standards of Burgundy's revered Domaine Y. Clerget. This sumptuously textured and lavishly rich Grand Cru is a testament to Thibaud Clerget's mastery of Viticulture. Originating from the illustrious hillside vineyards of Corton Rognet, the structure and profound depth of this wine are emblematic of the clay and limestone soil. The meticulous combination of hand harvesting and aging in French oak ensures a harmonious ensemble of dark fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle spice hints. Wine lovers will appreciate the voluptuous, full-bodied palate, balanced by an elegantly soft tannin structure and a persistent finish. Crafted by the ninth generation winemaker of Clerget family, this Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2019 continues to uphold familial legacy and regional prestige, offering a prominent reflection of Burgundy's famed terroir. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
£965.00 |
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Savour the luxurious taste of Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021, a superior red wine from renowned Burgundy producer, Yvon Clerget. This fine wine is born from an exceptional terroir on the hill of Corton Rognet in Beaune, France, renowned for its aged Jurassic limestone soils. Each grape is delicately handpicked to ensure optimal integrity before undergoing traditional vinification processes. Fermentation in oak casks allows inimitable expressions of Pinot Noir - evoking deep, indulgent flavours of ripe berries, balanced by a stunning minerality reflective of its terroir. This wine is notable for its thoughtful blending of cultivated tradition and innovation, entrenched in Yvon Clerget's ethos of producing sustainable, organic wines. A reflection of meticulous precision, Y. Clerget Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2021 captures Burgundy's essence, making it a masterpiece of its lineage, a quintessential delight for the seasoned oenophile. Enjoy a handcrafted masterpiece that is sure to leave a lasting impression. |
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