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 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£151.73 |
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Vinous (92)Pale yellow-gold. Yellow peach and spicy oak on the nose. Concentrated and nicely delineated, showing excellent thrust and framing lemony acidity to its pear, peach and mineral flavors. Conveys an impression of high-altitude freshness but this is plenty ripe for the year. Finishes rich and long. Incidentally, this bottling is now a négociant blend of three components, two of them estate. There was previously a separate domain bottling of La Garenne, but Jadot decided that that was too confusing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£989.60 |
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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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Burgundy | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£191 -
£233
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£431.52 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2017 Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru (where half the vineyard was planted in 2011) has a perfumed, generous bouquet of ample ripe red cherries, wild strawberry and subtle brine-like aromas that are very well defined. The palate is ripe and fleshy on the entry, offering good depth and flesh, with layers of raspberry coulis, crushed strawberry, fig and white pepper toward the ample, persistent finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (IB) |
Inc. VAT
£354.72 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)Medium to deep purple, beautifully ripe, so much going on, plump lush raspberry but never losing its thread, more character in this warmer vintage rather than drying it. This is a very good Clos de la Barre, as good as I can remember. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 16.5+ (JR) |
Inc. VAT
£448.32 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5+)Pale garnet. Friendly and sweet on palate entry with good structure. Dry finish. It’s all there to enjoy. Though it will never be a blockbuster … thank goodness! Decent length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,167.20 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2017 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru is cut from a more elegant cloth than usual. The bouquet is nicely defined, offering perfumed dark cherry, cranberry and orange blossom aromas. The palate is crisp and well-defined on the entry with a fine bead of acidity, and quite linear and correct – toward the finish, I begin missing the sensuality and voluptuousness that I expect from this Premier Cru. Hopefully it will gain some weight once in bottle. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£1,700.66 |
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The Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009 harkens from the lush vineyards of Bordeaux and is the epitome of exquisite winemaking. Crafted with unparalleled finesse, it is a testament to the producer's unwavering commitment to quality, garnering a coveted perfect score from renowned wine critic Robert Parker. This iconic wine exhibits an alluring amalgamation of blackcurrant, cherry, and oriental spices. Unfolding in layers of complexity, its robust character is balanced by a delicate acidity and finely-grained tannins, reflective of the region's rich terroir. Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009 is matured meticulously in French oak barrels, enhancing its inherent depth and sophistication. Every bottle provides a unique, sensorial journey, promising timeless bliss that resonates with true wine connoisseurs. Immaculately preserved, this vintage is a coveted masterpiece in the world of fine wines. Experience the epitome of excellence with Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009, a true legacy of Bordeaux's illustrious viti-cultural heritage. |
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Bordeaux | 50 | - |
Inc. VAT
£233.09 |
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Crafted from the exquisite vineyards of Margaux, France, the 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014 is a testament to the art of winemaking. This harmoniously structured Margaux blend comprises primarily of Merlot with suave accents of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot presenting a delectable medley of plum, blackcurrant and spice nuances. Cultivated under the regal label of Château Marquis de Terme, a historic fourth growth estate in the Bordeaux region, this wine embodies centuries of French winemaking expertise. The 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014 is diligently aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, eliciting a veil of smoky elegance that frames its robust fruity core. Its formidable structure gradually unveils in the glass, expressing a seamless fusion of opulence and finesse. Savour this tantalising gem as it even more beautifully unravels in the cellar over the coming years. A toast to the epicurean pleasure that is the 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£6,777.89 |
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Champagne | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£684.54 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Aromas of pear, orange oil, freshly baked bread, toasted almonds and white flowers introduce the NV Extra-Brut Grand Cru Le Cépage (2020 base), disgorged in January 2023. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's fleshy and enveloping, with a ripe core of fruit, bright acids and a saline finish. |
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Champagne | 21 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£282.26 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in January 2023, the NV Extra-Brut Grand Cru Le Terroir (2020 base) is following hard on the heels of its 2019-base counterpart. A little more reserved out of the gates, it unwinds to reveal notes of pear, citrus oil, white flowers and almond paste, followed by a medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise palate that's fine-boned, bright and mineral. |
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Champagne | 4 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£347.06 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Disgorged in February 2024 with a dosage of 0.8 grams per liter and produced entirely from the 2021 vintage, Adrien Renoir’s NV Rosé d'Assemblage Les 2 Terroirs (2021) is crafted from Pinot Noir grown in clay-rich soils, 95% of which is from Verzy and vinified as Blanc de Noirs, with the addition of 5% still red wine from Verzenay. Combining tension and minerality with vibrant red fruit, it opens with notes of grapefruit, red cherries, redcurrant and spice. Medium to full-bodied, aromatic and incisive, it is a vibrant, bright expression, defined by the cool growing season, with good cut and a saline finish. This fresh style of rosé Champagne is equally at home as an apéritif or paired with a meal. |
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Champagne | 8 | 18 (JR) |
Inc. VAT
£593.06 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Autumnal. Golden tobacco leaf, nectarine, pine nut and thyme. A leafy, golden wine with a fine, fine mousse and white-pepper spice on the end. It's gauzy, like a cashmere scarf held to the wind. Silk and gossamer. Transparent. |
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Champagne | 7 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£612.80 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Renoir's 2019 Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Les Montants is the only cuvée in the lineup crafted entirely from Chardonnay. The fruit for this wine comes from one of the family’s oldest parcels, part of which was planted in 1961 with massal selection. After just 40 centimeters of topsoil, the roots reach into the chalk. Disgorged in July 2023 with a dosage of one gram per liter, it reveals aromas of white flowers, green apple, fresh hazelnut and lemon zest. Full-bodied, generously structured and concentrated, it is underpinned by racy acidity and a chalky, tensile mid-palate, finishing with a long, citrus-inflected finale. The vineyard’s northwest exposure helps strike a delicate balance between generosity and freshness, especially in warm years like this. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£123.00 |
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Vinous (92)Pale yellow-gold. Yellow peach and spicy oak on the nose. Concentrated and nicely delineated, showing excellent thrust and framing lemony acidity to its pear, peach and mineral flavors. Conveys an impression of high-altitude freshness but this is plenty ripe for the year. Finishes rich and long. Incidentally, this bottling is now a négociant blend of three components, two of them estate. There was previously a separate domain bottling of La Garenne, but Jadot decided that that was too confusing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
In Bond
£804.00 |
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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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Burgundy | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£191 -
£233
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
£341.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2017 Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru (where half the vineyard was planted in 2011) has a perfumed, generous bouquet of ample ripe red cherries, wild strawberry and subtle brine-like aromas that are very well defined. The palate is ripe and fleshy on the entry, offering good depth and flesh, with layers of raspberry coulis, crushed strawberry, fig and white pepper toward the ample, persistent finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (IB) |
In Bond
£277.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)Medium to deep purple, beautifully ripe, so much going on, plump lush raspberry but never losing its thread, more character in this warmer vintage rather than drying it. This is a very good Clos de la Barre, as good as I can remember. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 16.5+ (JR) |
In Bond
£355.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5+)Pale garnet. Friendly and sweet on palate entry with good structure. Dry finish. It’s all there to enjoy. Though it will never be a blockbuster … thank goodness! Decent length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
In Bond
£952.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2017 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru is cut from a more elegant cloth than usual. The bouquet is nicely defined, offering perfumed dark cherry, cranberry and orange blossom aromas. The palate is crisp and well-defined on the entry with a fine bead of acidity, and quite linear and correct – toward the finish, I begin missing the sensuality and voluptuousness that I expect from this Premier Cru. Hopefully it will gain some weight once in bottle. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,400.00 |
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The Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009 harkens from the lush vineyards of Bordeaux and is the epitome of exquisite winemaking. Crafted with unparalleled finesse, it is a testament to the producer's unwavering commitment to quality, garnering a coveted perfect score from renowned wine critic Robert Parker. This iconic wine exhibits an alluring amalgamation of blackcurrant, cherry, and oriental spices. Unfolding in layers of complexity, its robust character is balanced by a delicate acidity and finely-grained tannins, reflective of the region's rich terroir. Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009 is matured meticulously in French oak barrels, enhancing its inherent depth and sophistication. Every bottle provides a unique, sensorial journey, promising timeless bliss that resonates with true wine connoisseurs. Immaculately preserved, this vintage is a coveted masterpiece in the world of fine wines. Experience the epitome of excellence with Robert Parker Selection Bordeaux 100 points 2009, a true legacy of Bordeaux's illustrious viti-cultural heritage. |
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Bordeaux | 50 | - |
In Bond
£175.00 |
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Crafted from the exquisite vineyards of Margaux, France, the 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014 is a testament to the art of winemaking. This harmoniously structured Margaux blend comprises primarily of Merlot with suave accents of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot presenting a delectable medley of plum, blackcurrant and spice nuances. Cultivated under the regal label of Château Marquis de Terme, a historic fourth growth estate in the Bordeaux region, this wine embodies centuries of French winemaking expertise. The 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014 is diligently aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, eliciting a veil of smoky elegance that frames its robust fruity core. Its formidable structure gradually unveils in the glass, expressing a seamless fusion of opulence and finesse. Savour this tantalising gem as it even more beautifully unravels in the cellar over the coming years. A toast to the epicurean pleasure that is the 9 de Marquis de Terme 2014. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£5,629.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 93+ (WA) |
In Bond
£536.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Aromas of pear, orange oil, freshly baked bread, toasted almonds and white flowers introduce the NV Extra-Brut Grand Cru Le Cépage (2020 base), disgorged in January 2023. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's fleshy and enveloping, with a ripe core of fruit, bright acids and a saline finish. |
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Champagne | 21 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
£218.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in January 2023, the NV Extra-Brut Grand Cru Le Terroir (2020 base) is following hard on the heels of its 2019-base counterpart. A little more reserved out of the gates, it unwinds to reveal notes of pear, citrus oil, white flowers and almond paste, followed by a medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise palate that's fine-boned, bright and mineral. |
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Champagne | 4 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£272.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Disgorged in February 2024 with a dosage of 0.8 grams per liter and produced entirely from the 2021 vintage, Adrien Renoir’s NV Rosé d'Assemblage Les 2 Terroirs (2021) is crafted from Pinot Noir grown in clay-rich soils, 95% of which is from Verzy and vinified as Blanc de Noirs, with the addition of 5% still red wine from Verzenay. Combining tension and minerality with vibrant red fruit, it opens with notes of grapefruit, red cherries, redcurrant and spice. Medium to full-bodied, aromatic and incisive, it is a vibrant, bright expression, defined by the cool growing season, with good cut and a saline finish. This fresh style of rosé Champagne is equally at home as an apéritif or paired with a meal. |
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Champagne | 8 | 18 (JR) |
In Bond
£477.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Autumnal. Golden tobacco leaf, nectarine, pine nut and thyme. A leafy, golden wine with a fine, fine mousse and white-pepper spice on the end. It's gauzy, like a cashmere scarf held to the wind. Silk and gossamer. Transparent. |
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Champagne | 7 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
£490.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Renoir's 2019 Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Les Montants is the only cuvée in the lineup crafted entirely from Chardonnay. The fruit for this wine comes from one of the family’s oldest parcels, part of which was planted in 1961 with massal selection. After just 40 centimeters of topsoil, the roots reach into the chalk. Disgorged in July 2023 with a dosage of one gram per liter, it reveals aromas of white flowers, green apple, fresh hazelnut and lemon zest. Full-bodied, generously structured and concentrated, it is underpinned by racy acidity and a chalky, tensile mid-palate, finishing with a long, citrus-inflected finale. The vineyard’s northwest exposure helps strike a delicate balance between generosity and freshness, especially in warm years like this. |
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