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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Rhone | 3 | - |
Inc. VAT
£342.29 |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£302.44 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2017 Cairanne L'Estevenas has indeed turned out to be super. A 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah, it shows more of the Syrah side at the moment, with floral notes, peppery spice, black olives and licorice all making appearances on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied, with a supple, creamy feel and a rich, chewy finish. Impressive! Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,642.44 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£2,502.04 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Beaune. The 2012 Chambertin Grand Cru from Domaine du Clos Frantin (Albert Bichot) has a dense, fruit-driven bouquet that does not possess the detail of Rousseau's Chambertin 2012. Wild strawberry mingles with cranberry and dried orange peel notes that gain intensity in the glass, but not quite the precision. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, citrus fresh in the mouth with touches of blood orange. Perhaps the true quality of this wine is unveiled because it is far superior than the recalcitrant nose. There is a touch of bitterness on the finish, but that merely lends this Chambertin tension. Extraordinarily long and vital, this was one of the huge surprises of the blind tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£1,440.04 |
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Burghound (92-95)There is hint of menthol on the overtly sauvage aromas of mostly cool and earthy red berry fruit. There is fine intensity and plenty of muscle to the almost pungently mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that possess outstanding persistence on the well-balanced finish. Note however that this is going to need a very long snooze in a cool cellar as this is very much built for long-term aging. Don't miss! |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,767.24 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru was picked on September 7 and made with 50% whole bunch and 40% new oak. It has a very pure, generous bouquet with layers of red cherries, crushed strawberry and cranberry fruit and well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. Very lithe and fresh, leading to a delineated finish that ranks alongside many others I have tasted. This is a superb Chambertin that will age with style. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,780.44 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 94 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£2,642.44 |
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Burghound (94)Here there is slightly more wood in evidence but also noticeably more aromatic complexity to the exceptionally spicy nose of ripe plum, earth and slightly animale scents. This is really quite refined for the appellation as the mid-palate is pure silk which disguises somewhat the underlying muscularity of the big-bodied flavors that are blessed with both excellent concentration as well as plenty of palate coating dry extract. This is a powerful but balanced effort that offers genuinely outstanding length and is unapologetically built to age. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,948.84 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£6,716.44 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£5,381.09 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. The Richebourg 2011 has a more extravagant, bold, multilayered bouquet with blackberry, wild strawberry, hints of undergrowth and light marine influences coming in to play: very complex. The palate still has some unresolved oak on the entry, but there is great tension and vibrancy here, the tannins fine and lending this great tension. I would not broach a bottle now because there is so much to give in the future. Just like in the blind Amoureuses tasting in Holland, here Bichot proves itself as one of the top-flight producers. Bravo! |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£5,359.24 |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
Inc. VAT
£559.49 |
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Experience the refined elegance in every bottle of Albert Bichot Nuits-Saint-Georges Blanc Terrasses 2015. A distinguished creation from the renowned Bichot Domain, permeating 6 generations of unrivalled winemaking expertise from the heart of Burgundy, France. This exquisite Chardonnay emanates from Nuits-Saint-Georges, distinctively celebrated for its terraced vineyard landscapes. The 2015 vintage embodies a unique combination of exposure and altitude, endowed with abundant sunshine and chalky-clay soil focusing on the intensity of the grapes. Its vinification manages to preserve the authenticity of its fruit while magnifying the organoleptic characteristics. Enjoy the harmonious interplay of almond, peach and pear notes, along with vibrant acidity and an enduring finish. Its exceptional purity and complexity extend a luxurious invitation to all discerning wine enthusiasts. Indulge in the quintessential charm of the Albert Bichot Nuits-Saint-Georges Blanc Terrasses 2015, a timeless testimony to meticulous French viticulture and traditional savoir-faire. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£362.69 |
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Proudly presenting the exquisite Albert Bichot Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2019, a top-tier embodiment of French winemaking mastery showcasing the vintage's depth and density. This prestigious wine is meticulously vinified in stainless steel to protect its natural purity, typical of Chablis's limestone-rich kimmeridgian soils. Made in the heart of Burgundy by the esteemed Maison Albert Bichot, the 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is reflective of six generations' vineyard knowledge, finesse, and genuine passion. This distinguished white wine is beautifully pale gold in colour. Its nose resonates with aromas of ripe fruit and citrus zest, brilliantly melded with hints of minerality. A complex, enlightening palate unfurls vibrant citrus and white-fleshed fruit flavours finely balanced with a long-lasting brisk finish. Undeniably, such authenticity and coherence make the Albert Bichot Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2019 not just an elegant wine, but a testament to Chablis's remarkable terroir. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£764.44 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 86-88 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£868.84 |
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Vinous (86-88)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru Blanc, which comes from the top of the vineyard, feels a little disjointed on the nose, lacks some mineralité. The palate is well balanced with a smooth opening, slightly honeyed in texture with tropical notes towards the finish. Again, this is missing some tension on the finish, but it should give drinking pleasure over the next 4-5 years. Closure: Diam |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,989.64 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,862.04 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,738.60 |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,705.09 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,937.89 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,127.64 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£1,588.84 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2013 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru les Amoureuses has a pastille-like purity on the nose that gently unfolds in the glass: raspberry preserve, wild strawberry, forest floor and a touch of autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, crisp acidity, quite lithe in the mouth, with an elegant long finish that exudes both the terroir and Pinot Noir. I wonder if this will match the fantastic 2011 once in bottle? |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£1,956.04 |
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Burghound (93)(Outstanding) A markedly spicy and slightly more elegant nose is both quite pretty and floral in character with just a touch of wood toast to the mostly red currant-scented aromas. The ultra-refined, sleek and lacy middle weight flavors that possess a velvety mouthfeel that contrasts with the firm and youthfully austere finally that is very well balanced. This lovely effort should amply reward medium to even longer-term patience. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 92-94 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£2,222.44 |
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Burghound (92-94)(Sweet spot Outstanding) Once again the nose is quite restrained while remaining wonderfully elegant and even more floral with its cool and admirably pure aromas of pomegranate, cherry, spiced tea and plenty of violet and lavender nuances. There is outstanding intensity, in fact it's presently almost painful, to the pungently mineral-driven middle weight flavors that display terrific persistence on the youthfully austere and equally chiseled finish. This is impressive though note well that it's very compact and a wine that will require extended patience. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95-97 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,299.49 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses 1er Cru has a glorious bouquet, very pure with plenty of black cherries, blueberry, violet and mineral scents. This is beautifully-defined. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine acidity, quite caressing in terms of its silky texture but with real backbone behind it. This is one of the standouts from Albert Bichot this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,885.49 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 85 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£556.84 |
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Vinous (85)Also recommended. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£744.43 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru les Chabiots has an attractive nose marked by scents of morello cherry, wet limestone and almost Alpine-fresh aromas. There is something airy about the aromatics here. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, cohesive in the mouth with fine structure on the finish that maintains commendable precision. This will be well worth investigating once in bottle - one of Bichot's more sophisticated offerings in this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£571.24 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Les Chabiots 1er Cru has a wonderful, expressive red cherry and crushed strawberry nose with beguiling floral aromas. The medium-bodied palate offers supple tannin, finely pitched acidity and a long, poised, silky-smooth finish. A great Chambolle from winemaker Alain Serveau. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
In Bond
£266.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
£236.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2017 Cairanne L'Estevenas has indeed turned out to be super. A 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah, it shows more of the Syrah side at the moment, with floral notes, peppery spice, black olives and licorice all making appearances on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied, with a supple, creamy feel and a rich, chewy finish. Impressive! Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£2,186.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
£2,069.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Beaune. The 2012 Chambertin Grand Cru from Domaine du Clos Frantin (Albert Bichot) has a dense, fruit-driven bouquet that does not possess the detail of Rousseau's Chambertin 2012. Wild strawberry mingles with cranberry and dried orange peel notes that gain intensity in the glass, but not quite the precision. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, citrus fresh in the mouth with touches of blood orange. Perhaps the true quality of this wine is unveiled because it is far superior than the recalcitrant nose. There is a touch of bitterness on the finish, but that merely lends this Chambertin tension. Extraordinarily long and vital, this was one of the huge surprises of the blind tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (BH) |
In Bond
£1,184.00 |
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Burghound (92-95)There is hint of menthol on the overtly sauvage aromas of mostly cool and earthy red berry fruit. There is fine intensity and plenty of muscle to the almost pungently mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that possess outstanding persistence on the well-balanced finish. Note however that this is going to need a very long snooze in a cool cellar as this is very much built for long-term aging. Don't miss! |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-96 (VN) |
In Bond
£2,290.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru was picked on September 7 and made with 50% whole bunch and 40% new oak. It has a very pure, generous bouquet with layers of red cherries, crushed strawberry and cranberry fruit and well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. Very lithe and fresh, leading to a delineated finish that ranks alongside many others I have tasted. This is a superb Chambertin that will age with style. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£2,301.00 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 94 (BH) |
In Bond
£2,186.00 |
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Burghound (94)Here there is slightly more wood in evidence but also noticeably more aromatic complexity to the exceptionally spicy nose of ripe plum, earth and slightly animale scents. This is really quite refined for the appellation as the mid-palate is pure silk which disguises somewhat the underlying muscularity of the big-bodied flavors that are blessed with both excellent concentration as well as plenty of palate coating dry extract. This is a powerful but balanced effort that offers genuinely outstanding length and is unapologetically built to age. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,608.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£5,581.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
£4,465.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. The Richebourg 2011 has a more extravagant, bold, multilayered bouquet with blackberry, wild strawberry, hints of undergrowth and light marine influences coming in to play: very complex. The palate still has some unresolved oak on the entry, but there is great tension and vibrancy here, the tannins fine and lending this great tension. I would not broach a bottle now because there is so much to give in the future. Just like in the blind Amoureuses tasting in Holland, here Bichot proves itself as one of the top-flight producers. Bravo! |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£4,450.00 |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
In Bond
£447.00 |
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Experience the refined elegance in every bottle of Albert Bichot Nuits-Saint-Georges Blanc Terrasses 2015. A distinguished creation from the renowned Bichot Domain, permeating 6 generations of unrivalled winemaking expertise from the heart of Burgundy, France. This exquisite Chardonnay emanates from Nuits-Saint-Georges, distinctively celebrated for its terraced vineyard landscapes. The 2015 vintage embodies a unique combination of exposure and altitude, endowed with abundant sunshine and chalky-clay soil focusing on the intensity of the grapes. Its vinification manages to preserve the authenticity of its fruit while magnifying the organoleptic characteristics. Enjoy the harmonious interplay of almond, peach and pear notes, along with vibrant acidity and an enduring finish. Its exceptional purity and complexity extend a luxurious invitation to all discerning wine enthusiasts. Indulge in the quintessential charm of the Albert Bichot Nuits-Saint-Georges Blanc Terrasses 2015, a timeless testimony to meticulous French viticulture and traditional savoir-faire. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
In Bond
£283.00 |
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Proudly presenting the exquisite Albert Bichot Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2019, a top-tier embodiment of French winemaking mastery showcasing the vintage's depth and density. This prestigious wine is meticulously vinified in stainless steel to protect its natural purity, typical of Chablis's limestone-rich kimmeridgian soils. Made in the heart of Burgundy by the esteemed Maison Albert Bichot, the 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is reflective of six generations' vineyard knowledge, finesse, and genuine passion. This distinguished white wine is beautifully pale gold in colour. Its nose resonates with aromas of ripe fruit and citrus zest, brilliantly melded with hints of minerality. A complex, enlightening palate unfurls vibrant citrus and white-fleshed fruit flavours finely balanced with a long-lasting brisk finish. Undeniably, such authenticity and coherence make the Albert Bichot Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2019 not just an elegant wine, but a testament to Chablis's remarkable terroir. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£621.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 86-88 (VN) |
In Bond
£708.00 |
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Vinous (86-88)The 2020 Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru Blanc, which comes from the top of the vineyard, feels a little disjointed on the nose, lacks some mineralité. The palate is well balanced with a smooth opening, slightly honeyed in texture with tropical notes towards the finish. Again, this is missing some tension on the finish, but it should give drinking pleasure over the next 4-5 years. Closure: Diam |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£1,642.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£2,369.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,436.00 |
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Burgundy | 5 | - |
In Bond
£2,235.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£2,429.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,757.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
In Bond
£1,308.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2013 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru les Amoureuses has a pastille-like purity on the nose that gently unfolds in the glass: raspberry preserve, wild strawberry, forest floor and a touch of autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, crisp acidity, quite lithe in the mouth, with an elegant long finish that exudes both the terroir and Pinot Noir. I wonder if this will match the fantastic 2011 once in bottle? |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93 (BH) |
In Bond
£1,614.00 |
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Burghound (93)(Outstanding) A markedly spicy and slightly more elegant nose is both quite pretty and floral in character with just a touch of wood toast to the mostly red currant-scented aromas. The ultra-refined, sleek and lacy middle weight flavors that possess a velvety mouthfeel that contrasts with the firm and youthfully austere finally that is very well balanced. This lovely effort should amply reward medium to even longer-term patience. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 92-94 (BH) |
In Bond
£1,836.00 |
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Burghound (92-94)(Sweet spot Outstanding) Once again the nose is quite restrained while remaining wonderfully elegant and even more floral with its cool and admirably pure aromas of pomegranate, cherry, spiced tea and plenty of violet and lavender nuances. There is outstanding intensity, in fact it's presently almost painful, to the pungently mineral-driven middle weight flavors that display terrific persistence on the youthfully austere and equally chiseled finish. This is impressive though note well that it's very compact and a wine that will require extended patience. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95-97 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,897.00 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses 1er Cru has a glorious bouquet, very pure with plenty of black cherries, blueberry, violet and mineral scents. This is beautifully-defined. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine acidity, quite caressing in terms of its silky texture but with real backbone behind it. This is one of the standouts from Albert Bichot this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,552.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 85 (VN) |
In Bond
£448.00 |
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Vinous (85)Also recommended. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
In Bond
£607.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru les Chabiots has an attractive nose marked by scents of morello cherry, wet limestone and almost Alpine-fresh aromas. There is something airy about the aromatics here. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, cohesive in the mouth with fine structure on the finish that maintains commendable precision. This will be well worth investigating once in bottle - one of Bichot's more sophisticated offerings in this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£460.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Les Chabiots 1er Cru has a wonderful, expressive red cherry and crushed strawberry nose with beguiling floral aromas. The medium-bodied palate offers supple tannin, finely pitched acidity and a long, poised, silky-smooth finish. A great Chambolle from winemaker Alain Serveau. |
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