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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Vinous (95)
The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru, of which there is one and a half barrels this year (actually the maximum that the domaine produces), has an intense oyster shell and flinty bouquet, touches of hazelnut and white peach developing with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a very slight reduction on the entry, lively and very concentrated with orange rind and quince towards the finish. The new oak from the half barrel is conspicuous at the moment but that will be integrated with time in bottle.Inc. VAT£944.52 -
Vinous (94)
The 2020 Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense nose, quite powerful, maybe the oak a little too present at the moment. The palate is powerful too, touches of tropical fruit infusing the citrus fruit, lightly spiced with a slightly heavy finish. Very fine, but it will require time to absorb the new oak.Inc. VAT£976.92 -
Vinous (92-94)
There is just one barrel of 2021 Montrachet Grand Cru this year (normally there is one and a half). It has an intense bouquet, though it doesn't quite have the panache of the Bâtard-Montrachet, a hint of menthol emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a dab of stem ginger on the entry, fine depth, powerful and concentrated with an intense finish.Inc. VAT£976.92 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2022 Montrachet Grand Cru is the only cuvée in two one-year-old barrels. I don't think it needs new oak. There is real energy and complexity here, orange pith and lemon verbena, touches of lemon curd. The palate is beautifully balanced with great depth and power, far more than the Bâtard-Montrachet. It has a beguiling length and precision, velvety smooth, with a hint of walnut on the finish. Divine.Inc. VAT£977.33 -
(6x75cl) 2011Inc. VAT£541.49 -
(6x75cl) 2013Inc. VAT£463.49
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Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru has a well-defined bouquet with dark cherries, blueberry and violet aromas, almost Cote de Nuits-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, veins of blueberry, lightly spiced with white pepper and a touch of clove towards the finish. Great length here. Superb.Inc. VAT£705.20 -
Inc. VAT£537.20 -
(12x75cl) 2009Wine Advocate (92)
The basic Fontenil (95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) has a deep bluish purple color and relatively hefty alcohol at 14.5%, but it is not noticeable in this full-bodied, layered, opulent wine, with lots of black raspberry fruit intermixed with some blueberries and crushed rock. Both of these wines have a good 10-15 years of potential in a fine cellar.Inc. VAT£644.81 -
(6x75cl) 2016James Suckling (92-93)
Very pretty balance to this with a juicy fruit character, bright acidity and a long and flavorful finish. Savory and juicy.Inc. VAT£165.20 -
Wine Advocate (92-94+)
Opaque purple-black in color, the 2020 Fontenil needs a little swirling and coaxing to release opulent scents of plum preserves, blueberry compote and chocolate-covered cherries, plus suggestions of candied violets, ground cloves and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is rich with generous black and blue preserves layers, supported by beautifully plush tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long and fragrant.Inc. VAT£283.61 -
(6x75cl) 2020Wine Advocate (92-94+)
Opaque purple-black in color, the 2020 Fontenil needs a little swirling and coaxing to release opulent scents of plum preserves, blueberry compote and chocolate-covered cherries, plus suggestions of candied violets, ground cloves and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is rich with generous black and blue preserves layers, supported by beautifully plush tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long and fragrant.Inc. VAT£165.20 -
Indulge in the exquisite experience of the Fontenil Le Blanc de Fontenil 2020, crafted by acclaimed winemaker Dany and Michel Rolland in the revered French appellation of Fronsac. This white, a rarity in this predominantly red wine region, is a sophisticated blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon grapes, handpicked from 30-year-old vines; exhibiting their wealth of viticultural understanding. This boutique offering energises the palette with harmonious notes of citrus fruits and white flowers, underpinned by minerality delineating the clay-limestone terroir.
The winemaking process involved cool fermentation in stainless steel vats to preserve the grapes' striking aromatics. The Fontenil Le Blanc de Fontenil 2020 was then aged in oak barrels for ample months, lending it a rich mouthfeel and balanced structure spotlighting the Rollands' relentless pursuit of perfection. This expression encapsulates the strength of its exceptional vintage and the winery’s dedication to reflecting the quintessence of their prized terroir.
Inc. VAT£193.49 -
Burghound (93)
(from Les Baudes Basses). Like the Vosne-Romanée “Petits Monts”, there is a hint of mocha to the ripe plum, red berry earth and moderate wood-suffused nose. The rich, full-bodied and powerful flavors possess good if not special mid-palate density as well as solid energy that carries over to the youthfully austere, firm and built-to-age finale that exhibits lovely balance. This is also quite good and a wine that should amply repay extended keeping.Inc. VAT£942.72 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-96)
Deep crimson colour. A very lively fruit here, all in red berries. Good tension here, a few drops of a darker fruit but this remains mostly in a bright red profile, fresh but not firm tannins and very good length. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£897.20 -
(6x75cl) 2020Indulge in the rare elegance of the Forey Pere & Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020, a pinnacle of grandeur in the world of French red wines. Crafted in Burgundy's prestigious Vosne-Romanée commune, this exquisite Pinot Noir offering hails from the ancient vineyards of Echezeaux.
With deep roots in tradition, the expert vignerons at Forey Pere & Fils meticulously tend their old vines, ensuring impeccable fruit quality. Following biodynamic principles with rigorous sorting and natural yeast fermentation, they craft a remarkably pure expression of the Grand Cru terroir.
This vintage seduces the senses with lush red fruit notes, enticing spice undertones, and an enchanting, velvety mouthfeel. Acidity is beautifully balanced with structured tannins, offering a wine that is bold yet harmonious. Savour the lingering finish of the Forey Pere & Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020, a truly remarkable expression of Burgundy's viticultural excellence.Inc. VAT£977.38 -
Burghound (93)
(from the climats of Les Treux and Clos St. Denis). This is also trimmed in enough wood to notice on the beautifully layered nose of both red and dark currant, exotic tea, spice and floral wisps. The exceptionally rich and nicely textured medium weight plus flavors are shaped by dense but fine tannins on the mouthcoating and lingering finish where the only nit is a touch of warmth. This too offers excellent development potential and it’s just as well because it definitely needs to add depth with time in bottle.Inc. VAT£1,380.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
A more energetic ruby crimson, with a sweeter perfumed fruit. Flowers and raspberries. Delicious energy throughout and light on its feet. Maybe less immediately striking than Gaudichots but I think it is the finer of the two. I love the aftertaste. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£1,380.00 -
Burghound (88)
(from Clos Solon and Les Crais). A subtle but not imperceptible dollop of wood sets off more elegant aromas of floral wisps and various red berries, in particular currant. The sleeker and more refined medium weight flavors display good length on the mildly austere and only slightly rustic finale. This too could be enjoyed young but 4 to 7 years of keeping should help to develop more depth.Inc. VAT£658.60 -
Burghound (88)
(from Clos Solon and Les Crais). A subtle but not imperceptible dollop of wood sets off more elegant aromas of floral wisps and various red berries, in particular currant. The sleeker and more refined medium weight flavors display good length on the mildly austere and only slightly rustic finale. This too could be enjoyed young but 4 to 7 years of keeping should help to develop more depth.Inc. VAT£247.09 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91)
Mostly from Les Crais. A medium density of crimson to the colour. A bit of crushed strawberry, with good concentration, keeps swimming across the palate, balanced tannins, fine length. Drink from 2028-2033. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£230.00 -
Burghound (91)
(from vines planted between 1937 and 1942). This is also attractively floral in character with its nose of red and dark currant and more obvious earth influence that is also trimmed in moderate wood. There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the fleshy yet nicely detailed medium-bodied flavors that flash evident minerality on the dusty and youthfully austere finale where the supporting tannic spine is even finer. This is quite good with fine development potential yet it should also drink reasonably well young.Inc. VAT£419.52 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
A little more depth of colour, crimson ruby. Dark cherry and plum, with some concentration while remaining accessible. Exemplary for this middle section of Nuits, with ripe tannins, good length. Drink from 2031-2037. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£492.80 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
Medium deep crimson. The bouquet goes back to the ripe strawberry style. Quite some structure here and a sense of depth with darker fruit beneath. While this Les St-Georges seemed simple at first, it has gained energy towards the back. Drink from 2032-2038. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£578.00 -
Unveiling the exquisite Forey Nuits-Saint-Georges 2020, a sensational Pinot Noir from the renowned winemaking heartland of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy. Produced by Domaine Forey Père et Fils, a family-owned winery with an operose tradition dating back to 1840, this vintage encapsulates their dedication to viticultural authenticity. Traditionalist vinification techniques underpin the wine's distinctive character. Harvested from prime plots along the Côte d'Or, handpicked grapes undergo meticulous sorting before a controlled fermentation process. Maturation ensues in oak barrels, infusing the wine with hints of earthy woodland and smoked vanilla. On the palate, the 'Forey Nuits-Saint-Georges 2020' bursts with luscious dark berry flavours counterbalanced by elegant tannins and a velvety finish. An emblematic expression of its terroir, this wine pays homage to its birthplace's inimitable allure. As Morgan Harris, a certified sommelier avers, "Nuits-Saint-Georges produces some of the most profound and exciting wines." A truism this 2020 vintage embodies effortlessly.
Inc. VAT£624.41 -
Burghound (89)
(from Prémeaux fruit in Les Topons, Plantes au Baron and Les Charbonnières). A more floralsuffused nose speaks mostly of a spicy blend of red and dark cherry along with a whiff of the sauvage. There is a bit more size, weight and power to the medium-bodied flavors that possess a lovely texture that isn’t necessarily especially refined though neither is it overtly rustic on the lingering and more structured finale. One to consider.Inc. VAT£686.20 -
Burghound (89)
(from Prémeaux fruit in Les Topons, Plantes au Baron and Les Charbonnières). A more floralsuffused nose speaks mostly of a spicy blend of red and dark cherry along with a whiff of the sauvage. There is a bit more size, weight and power to the medium-bodied flavors that possess a lovely texture that isn’t necessarily especially refined though neither is it overtly rustic on the lingering and more structured finale. One to consider.Inc. VAT£284.29 -
Vinous (91-94)
(13.3 alcohol; 40% vendange entier; 80% new oak; no frost): Good dark red. A bit redder and more showy in its fruit character and less medicinal on the nose than the Petits Monts. Rounder and sweeter in the mouth, with a palate-saturating flavor of dark cherry confiture. Builds impressively on the ripely tannic back end, with a strong violet note emerging. Very different from the Petits Monts in shape and style: this is rounder while the Petits Monts is more minerally and upright.Inc. VAT£4,745.38 -
(6x75cl) 2022Burghound (94)
(from a .30 ha parcel of vines). Elegant, pure and exuberantly spicy aromas are trimmed in both a plenitude of floral elements and enough wood to notice. The gorgeously textured medium weight flavors also exude a prominent bead of minerality on the equally firm, moderately austere and impressively persistent finish that displays focused power. This serious, compact and powerful effort also contrasts a velvety mid-palate with a robust but importantly, not rustic finale. Excellent but note well that this is not a candidate for early drinking.Inc. VAT£1,727.09 -
(3x150cl) 2023Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)
Six barrels made of this rare gem. A bright crimson colour with depth. More oak on the nose. How much magic is here? A great deal I am happy to say, starting with a spectacular richness of royal strawberry fruit with superb tension, a brilliant wine for its energy and structure. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£1,833.49
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Vinous (95)
The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru, of which there is one and a half barrels this year (actually the maximum that the domaine produces), has an intense oyster shell and flinty bouquet, touches of hazelnut and white peach developing with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a very slight reduction on the entry, lively and very concentrated with orange rind and quince towards the finish. The new oak from the half barrel is conspicuous at the moment but that will be integrated with time in bottle.In Bond£784.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2020 Montrachet Grand Cru has an intense nose, quite powerful, maybe the oak a little too present at the moment. The palate is powerful too, touches of tropical fruit infusing the citrus fruit, lightly spiced with a slightly heavy finish. Very fine, but it will require time to absorb the new oak.In Bond£811.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
There is just one barrel of 2021 Montrachet Grand Cru this year (normally there is one and a half). It has an intense bouquet, though it doesn't quite have the panache of the Bâtard-Montrachet, a hint of menthol emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a dab of stem ginger on the entry, fine depth, powerful and concentrated with an intense finish.In Bond£811.00 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2022 Montrachet Grand Cru is the only cuvée in two one-year-old barrels. I don't think it needs new oak. There is real energy and complexity here, orange pith and lemon verbena, touches of lemon curd. The palate is beautifully balanced with great depth and power, far more than the Bâtard-Montrachet. It has a beguiling length and precision, velvety smooth, with a hint of walnut on the finish. Divine.In Bond£811.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011In Bond£432.00
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(6x75cl) 2013In Bond£367.00
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Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru has a well-defined bouquet with dark cherries, blueberry and violet aromas, almost Cote de Nuits-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, veins of blueberry, lightly spiced with white pepper and a touch of clove towards the finish. Great length here. Superb.In Bond£567.00 -
In Bond£427.00
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(12x75cl) 2009
Wine Advocate (92)
The basic Fontenil (95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) has a deep bluish purple color and relatively hefty alcohol at 14.5%, but it is not noticeable in this full-bodied, layered, opulent wine, with lots of black raspberry fruit intermixed with some blueberries and crushed rock. Both of these wines have a good 10-15 years of potential in a fine cellar.In Bond£496.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
James Suckling (92-93)
Very pretty balance to this with a juicy fruit character, bright acidity and a long and flavorful finish. Savory and juicy.In Bond£117.00 -
Wine Advocate (92-94+)
Opaque purple-black in color, the 2020 Fontenil needs a little swirling and coaxing to release opulent scents of plum preserves, blueberry compote and chocolate-covered cherries, plus suggestions of candied violets, ground cloves and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is rich with generous black and blue preserves layers, supported by beautifully plush tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long and fragrant.In Bond£195.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Wine Advocate (92-94+)
Opaque purple-black in color, the 2020 Fontenil needs a little swirling and coaxing to release opulent scents of plum preserves, blueberry compote and chocolate-covered cherries, plus suggestions of candied violets, ground cloves and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate is rich with generous black and blue preserves layers, supported by beautifully plush tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long and fragrant.In Bond£117.00 -
Indulge in the exquisite experience of the Fontenil Le Blanc de Fontenil 2020, crafted by acclaimed winemaker Dany and Michel Rolland in the revered French appellation of Fronsac. This white, a rarity in this predominantly red wine region, is a sophisticated blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon grapes, handpicked from 30-year-old vines; exhibiting their wealth of viticultural understanding. This boutique offering energises the palette with harmonious notes of citrus fruits and white flowers, underpinned by minerality delineating the clay-limestone terroir.
The winemaking process involved cool fermentation in stainless steel vats to preserve the grapes' striking aromatics. The Fontenil Le Blanc de Fontenil 2020 was then aged in oak barrels for ample months, lending it a rich mouthfeel and balanced structure spotlighting the Rollands' relentless pursuit of perfection. This expression encapsulates the strength of its exceptional vintage and the winery’s dedication to reflecting the quintessence of their prized terroir.
In Bond£142.00 -
Burghound (93)
(from Les Baudes Basses). Like the Vosne-Romanée “Petits Monts”, there is a hint of mocha to the ripe plum, red berry earth and moderate wood-suffused nose. The rich, full-bodied and powerful flavors possess good if not special mid-palate density as well as solid energy that carries over to the youthfully austere, firm and built-to-age finale that exhibits lovely balance. This is also quite good and a wine that should amply repay extended keeping.In Bond£767.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-96)
Deep crimson colour. A very lively fruit here, all in red berries. Good tension here, a few drops of a darker fruit but this remains mostly in a bright red profile, fresh but not firm tannins and very good length. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.In Bond£727.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Indulge in the rare elegance of the Forey Pere & Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020, a pinnacle of grandeur in the world of French red wines. Crafted in Burgundy's prestigious Vosne-Romanée commune, this exquisite Pinot Noir offering hails from the ancient vineyards of Echezeaux.
With deep roots in tradition, the expert vignerons at Forey Pere & Fils meticulously tend their old vines, ensuring impeccable fruit quality. Following biodynamic principles with rigorous sorting and natural yeast fermentation, they craft a remarkably pure expression of the Grand Cru terroir.
This vintage seduces the senses with lush red fruit notes, enticing spice undertones, and an enchanting, velvety mouthfeel. Acidity is beautifully balanced with structured tannins, offering a wine that is bold yet harmonious. Savour the lingering finish of the Forey Pere & Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020, a truly remarkable expression of Burgundy's viticultural excellence.In Bond£793.81 -
Burghound (93)
(from the climats of Les Treux and Clos St. Denis). This is also trimmed in enough wood to notice on the beautifully layered nose of both red and dark currant, exotic tea, spice and floral wisps. The exceptionally rich and nicely textured medium weight plus flavors are shaped by dense but fine tannins on the mouthcoating and lingering finish where the only nit is a touch of warmth. This too offers excellent development potential and it’s just as well because it definitely needs to add depth with time in bottle.Inc. VAT£1,380.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)
A more energetic ruby crimson, with a sweeter perfumed fruit. Flowers and raspberries. Delicious energy throughout and light on its feet. Maybe less immediately striking than Gaudichots but I think it is the finer of the two. I love the aftertaste. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.Inc. VAT£1,380.00 -
Burghound (88)
(from Clos Solon and Les Crais). A subtle but not imperceptible dollop of wood sets off more elegant aromas of floral wisps and various red berries, in particular currant. The sleeker and more refined medium weight flavors display good length on the mildly austere and only slightly rustic finale. This too could be enjoyed young but 4 to 7 years of keeping should help to develop more depth.In Bond£513.00 -
Burghound (88)
(from Clos Solon and Les Crais). A subtle but not imperceptible dollop of wood sets off more elegant aromas of floral wisps and various red berries, in particular currant. The sleeker and more refined medium weight flavors display good length on the mildly austere and only slightly rustic finale. This too could be enjoyed young but 4 to 7 years of keeping should help to develop more depth.In Bond£188.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91)
Mostly from Les Crais. A medium density of crimson to the colour. A bit of crushed strawberry, with good concentration, keeps swimming across the palate, balanced tannins, fine length. Drink from 2028-2033. Tasted Dec 2024.In Bond£171.00 -
Burghound (91)
(from vines planted between 1937 and 1942). This is also attractively floral in character with its nose of red and dark currant and more obvious earth influence that is also trimmed in moderate wood. There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the fleshy yet nicely detailed medium-bodied flavors that flash evident minerality on the dusty and youthfully austere finale where the supporting tannic spine is even finer. This is quite good with fine development potential yet it should also drink reasonably well young.In Bond£331.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
A little more depth of colour, crimson ruby. Dark cherry and plum, with some concentration while remaining accessible. Exemplary for this middle section of Nuits, with ripe tannins, good length. Drink from 2031-2037. Tasted Dec 2024.In Bond£390.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
Medium deep crimson. The bouquet goes back to the ripe strawberry style. Quite some structure here and a sense of depth with darker fruit beneath. While this Les St-Georges seemed simple at first, it has gained energy towards the back. Drink from 2032-2038. Tasted Dec 2024.In Bond£461.00 -
Unveiling the exquisite Forey Nuits-Saint-Georges 2020, a sensational Pinot Noir from the renowned winemaking heartland of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy. Produced by Domaine Forey Père et Fils, a family-owned winery with an operose tradition dating back to 1840, this vintage encapsulates their dedication to viticultural authenticity. Traditionalist vinification techniques underpin the wine's distinctive character. Harvested from prime plots along the Côte d'Or, handpicked grapes undergo meticulous sorting before a controlled fermentation process. Maturation ensues in oak barrels, infusing the wine with hints of earthy woodland and smoked vanilla. On the palate, the 'Forey Nuits-Saint-Georges 2020' bursts with luscious dark berry flavours counterbalanced by elegant tannins and a velvety finish. An emblematic expression of its terroir, this wine pays homage to its birthplace's inimitable allure. As Morgan Harris, a certified sommelier avers, "Nuits-Saint-Georges produces some of the most profound and exciting wines." A truism this 2020 vintage embodies effortlessly.
In Bond£479.00 -
Burghound (89)
(from Prémeaux fruit in Les Topons, Plantes au Baron and Les Charbonnières). A more floralsuffused nose speaks mostly of a spicy blend of red and dark cherry along with a whiff of the sauvage. There is a bit more size, weight and power to the medium-bodied flavors that possess a lovely texture that isn’t necessarily especially refined though neither is it overtly rustic on the lingering and more structured finale. One to consider.In Bond£536.00 -
Burghound (89)
(from Prémeaux fruit in Les Topons, Plantes au Baron and Les Charbonnières). A more floralsuffused nose speaks mostly of a spicy blend of red and dark cherry along with a whiff of the sauvage. There is a bit more size, weight and power to the medium-bodied flavors that possess a lovely texture that isn’t necessarily especially refined though neither is it overtly rustic on the lingering and more structured finale. One to consider.In Bond£219.00 -
Vinous (91-94)
(13.3 alcohol; 40% vendange entier; 80% new oak; no frost): Good dark red. A bit redder and more showy in its fruit character and less medicinal on the nose than the Petits Monts. Rounder and sweeter in the mouth, with a palate-saturating flavor of dark cherry confiture. Builds impressively on the ripely tannic back end, with a strong violet note emerging. Very different from the Petits Monts in shape and style: this is rounder while the Petits Monts is more minerally and upright.In Bond£3,916.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Burghound (94)
(from a .30 ha parcel of vines). Elegant, pure and exuberantly spicy aromas are trimmed in both a plenitude of floral elements and enough wood to notice. The gorgeously textured medium weight flavors also exude a prominent bead of minerality on the equally firm, moderately austere and impressively persistent finish that displays focused power. This serious, compact and powerful effort also contrasts a velvety mid-palate with a robust but importantly, not rustic finale. Excellent but note well that this is not a candidate for early drinking.In Bond£1,420.00 -
(3x150cl) 2023
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)
Six barrels made of this rare gem. A bright crimson colour with depth. More oak on the nose. How much magic is here? A great deal I am happy to say, starting with a spectacular richness of royal strawberry fruit with superb tension, a brilliant wine for its energy and structure. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Dec 2024.In Bond£1,510.00
