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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(6x75cl) 2020Burghound (94)
Here there is enough reduction to largely mask the nuances of the fruit though it's evident that the wood treatment is more prominent though not so much that it shouldn't progressively integrate over time. On the palate there is a beautiful texture to the expansive and sleek medium weight plus flavors that possess focused power on the impressively complex, persistent and impeccably well-balanced finale. In the context of the Ramonet BBM, the 2020 version is a big wine and perhaps not quite as refined as it normally is, though with that said, it's also more powerful than usual. Either way, this should amply repay 10 to 12 years of keeping.Inc. VAT£5,786.15 -
Inc. VAT£822.53 -
Inc. VAT£2,905.60 -
Inc. VAT£2,905.60 -
Inc. VAT£458.00 -
Inc. VAT£116.93 -
(12x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£1,399.69 -
Inc. VAT£107.84 -
(12x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£460.14 -
Inc. VAT£391.74 -
Inc. VAT£569.21 -
Inc. VAT£207.64 -
Inc. VAT£87.44 -
(12x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£479.38 -
(12x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£647.41 -
Inc. VAT£99.44 -
(6x75cl) 2014Vinous (92)
Very pale, bright yellow. Rather wild scents of lemon, lime, white flowers and crushed rock. Fat, savory and sweet, with captivating salty minerality enlivening the chewy flavors of white peach, citrus zest and smoky oak. Wonderfully tactile yet smooth wine with superb subtle length and salinity. Shows more dimension than the 2015 version. No shortage of sweetness here but has lovely supporting acidity.Inc. VAT£1,830.29 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Spectator (94)
Taut and nicely oaky, this delivers lemon cake, apple and baking spice flavors. Balanced on the lean side, gaining richness with air. The elements dovetail with a tactile feel on the long finish.Inc. VAT£337.32 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (89-91)
(from 60- and 35-year-old vines): Bright yellow with a green tinge. Sexy sulfidey complexity to the stone fruit aromas. In a distinctly supple style and the most feminine of the '17s I tasted at Ramonet, conveying lovely sweetness and purity. Terrific fat fruit here, not to mention enticing early balance.Inc. VAT£2,401.92 -
(6x75cl) 2021Inc. VAT£1,776.72 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£2,646.24 -
Inc. VAT£122.65 -
Inc. VAT£585.64 -
Inc. VAT£140.00 -
Inc. VAT£252.36 -
Inc. VAT£141.72 -
Inc. VAT£618.29 -
Inc. VAT£519.12 -
Inc. VAT£553.92 -
Inc. VAT£333.72
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(6x75cl) 2020Burghound (94)
Here there is enough reduction to largely mask the nuances of the fruit though it's evident that the wood treatment is more prominent though not so much that it shouldn't progressively integrate over time. On the palate there is a beautiful texture to the expansive and sleek medium weight plus flavors that possess focused power on the impressively complex, persistent and impeccably well-balanced finale. In the context of the Ramonet BBM, the 2020 version is a big wine and perhaps not quite as refined as it normally is, though with that said, it's also more powerful than usual. Either way, this should amply repay 10 to 12 years of keeping.In Bond£4,802.50 -
In Bond£682.00 -
In Bond£2,411.00 -
In Bond£2,411.00 -
In Bond£361.00 -
In Bond£94.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020In Bond£1,131.96 -
In Bond£87.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020In Bond£349.00 -
In Bond£292.00 -
In Bond£433.00 -
In Bond£157.00 -
Inc. VAT£84.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021In Bond£361.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022In Bond£501.03 -
In Bond£80.00 -
(6x75cl) 2014Vinous (92)
Very pale, bright yellow. Rather wild scents of lemon, lime, white flowers and crushed rock. Fat, savory and sweet, with captivating salty minerality enlivening the chewy flavors of white peach, citrus zest and smoky oak. Wonderfully tactile yet smooth wine with superb subtle length and salinity. Shows more dimension than the 2015 version. No shortage of sweetness here but has lovely supporting acidity.In Bond£1,506.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Spectator (94)
Taut and nicely oaky, this delivers lemon cake, apple and baking spice flavors. Balanced on the lean side, gaining richness with air. The elements dovetail with a tactile feel on the long finish.In Bond£278.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (89-91)
(from 60- and 35-year-old vines): Bright yellow with a green tinge. Sexy sulfidey complexity to the stone fruit aromas. In a distinctly supple style and the most feminine of the '17s I tasted at Ramonet, conveying lovely sweetness and purity. Terrific fat fruit here, not to mention enticing early balance.In Bond£1,983.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021In Bond£1,462.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£2,186.60 -
In Bond£99.00 -
In Bond£472.00 -
In Bond£114.00 -
In Bond£201.00 -
In Bond£115.00 -
In Bond£496.00 -
In Bond£414.00 -
In Bond£443.00 -
In Bond£275.00

