Lignier-Michelot
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Vinous (94)
The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.Inc. VAT£447.84 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.Inc. VAT£517.07 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.Inc. VAT£1,191.20 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
80% whole bunch. Really intense black colour with a purple rim. The bouquet does not want to speak quite yet. A little bit of wood, a light herbaceous note from the stems which departs rapidly, but the promise of such intensity. Morello cherries? A crackling freshness on the palate, mineral threads, a superb and classic texture, huge weight. Everything is there. Tasted: December 2021Inc. VAT£1,401.95 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (95-97)
The 2021 Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches. It has a beautifully delineated and focused bouquet with blackberry, briary, wet limestone and a hint of juniper. It seems to grow with several swirls of the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with fine tannins that frame the sinewy red fruit, laced with white pepper and orange rind. It fans out wonderfully on the finish whilst retaining the class you expect from such a noble climat. This is deeply impressive even without its challenging context.Inc. VAT£1,571.52 -
(3x150cl) 2022Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.Inc. VAT£1,636.32 -
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.Inc. VAT£1,189.92 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)
5 Star Wine. Ruby purple, with a fine concentration of dark red fruit picked at optimum ripeness. The whole bunches (90%) give a further lift to the nose, while what starts well in bouquet really gains ground on the palate. Everything is perfectly in place, a really striking Clos de la Roche with a suave middle ground and long, perfectly balanced finish. As always, this is a vineyard built for ageing. Making me smile! And the best news – there are 13 barrels! Drink from 2033-2045. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. VAT£1,604.00 -
Vinous (89)
Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Very ripe, complex nose combines raspberry, mocha and mineral notes with suggestions of exotic fruits. Plush and seamless in the mouth, conveying a restrained sweetness and considerable early charm. Finishes classically dry, with inviting soil tones and ripe tannins.Inc. VAT£446.04 -
Vinous (88)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy has an edgy red cherry nose with noticeable scents of autumn leaves/sous-bois. The palate is quite chalky in texture with touches of cocoa on the finish that I feel a bit too abrupt.Inc. VAT£317.60 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy, comes from 50-year-old vines and is blended with 70% whole bunches. It has an intense nose, a mélange of red/black fruit, hints of kirsch and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with shimmering red berry fruit, a fine bead of acidity, silky smooth with a surfeit of tension on the finish. What is not to like about this Morey-Saint-Denis? Very little.Inc. VAT£587.21 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.Inc. VAT£103.45 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.Inc. VAT£366.80 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy, including around two-thirds whole bunches, has a well-defined bouquet. The stems are fairly noticeable at present, though that will be soaked up by the fruit with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy, fine tannins. The 2021 is harmonious and quite crunchy; blackberry commingles with tar and subtle tobacco notes towards its satisfying finish. Good potential, but patience required.Inc. VAT£359.60 -
Burghound (90)
(50% whole cluster). This is at once ripe yet cool and airy with its aromas of poached plum, black raspberry and violet hints. The supple, delicious and vibrant middle weight flavors possess both good detail and a prominent bead of minerality that adds a sense of lift to the lingering and youthfully austere finale. This could use better depth so a few years of cellaring should prove beneficial.Inc. VAT£345.20 -
Vinous (89+)
Good full, medium red. Wild aromas of smoke, underbrush and spices. Fat and sweet but a bit less vibrant than the Cheneverys. Ultimately rather closed on the back half, showing notes of spice and game but not quite the verve or nuance of the Cheneverys. This will need several years to integrate its tannins.Inc. VAT£101.05 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite allure of the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013, a potent indulgence straight out of Burgundy, France. Crafted by prestigious winemaker Virgile Lignier-Michelot, this exceptional red wine encapsulates the very essence of Morey-Saint-Denis' celebrated terroir. With grapes procured from 40-year-old vines, it's fermented in open-top wooden vats and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months.
This memorable vin de garde radiates with a rich composition of intense dark fruit notes, complemented by a balanced medley of spice and earth tones. Its fine grain tannin structure and refreshing acidity exhibit flawless harmony, yielding a prolonged finish. Remarkable for its density, structure, and complexity, Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013 is a testament to the mastery of the Burgundy winemaking tradition. It is a choice companion for sophisticated gastronomic ventures or a solitary indulgence in luxuriant tranquillity.
Inc. VAT£98.93 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite allure of the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013, a potent indulgence straight out of Burgundy, France. Crafted by prestigious winemaker Virgile Lignier-Michelot, this exceptional red wine encapsulates the very essence of Morey-Saint-Denis' celebrated terroir. With grapes procured from 40-year-old vines, it's fermented in open-top wooden vats and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months.
This memorable vin de garde radiates with a rich composition of intense dark fruit notes, complemented by a balanced medley of spice and earth tones. Its fine grain tannin structure and refreshing acidity exhibit flawless harmony, yielding a prolonged finish. Remarkable for its density, structure, and complexity, Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013 is a testament to the mastery of the Burgundy winemaking tradition. It is a choice companion for sophisticated gastronomic ventures or a solitary indulgence in luxuriant tranquillity.
Inc. VAT£559.24 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
Virgile Lignier regards this vineyard as the quintessential premier cru of the appéllation. The 2015 Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Faconnières, which includes 40-50% whole bunches, has a very complex and sophisticated bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit, very precise and detailed with black cherries, raspberry preserve, dried rose petals and tangible cold stone aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, well-judged acidity that imbues this premier cru with heightened harmony and focus. It flows towards the finish with wonderful tension and frisson on the finish. This is an outstanding Morey-Saint-Denis from Virgile.Inc. VAT£127.19 -
Vinous (92)
(13.2% alcohol; vinified with 80% whole clusters; from 70- and 53-year-old vines that produced 43 hectoliters per hectare): Good dark red. Offers another dimension on the nose, with its aromas of dark cherry, raspberry and soil lifted by floral high tones. Harmonious acidity gives lovely juicy definition and lift to the wine's intense cherry and dark raspberry fruit. Quite refined for a wine from this cellar. Really perfumes the mouth and rises on the finish, which features firm but smooth tannins and lovely lift.Inc. VAT£803.60 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru shows a little reduction on the nose; underneath there is red currant and cranberry fruit, and a touch of iodine emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, blood-orange-infused blue and blackberry fruit and a precise finish that just needs a little more length. Otherwise, this is very commendable.Inc. VAT£454.69 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru, which contains 70-80% whole bunches, has a perfumed and floral bouquet of violets and iris. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, very focused and perhaps the most sophisticated of all Virgile Lignier’s cuvées. He comments that this was closed 10 days ago but to his surprise has completely changed in recent days. On this showing, it will surely be the "must-buy" from Lignier-Michelot’s range. Superb.Inc. VAT£572.29 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru has a taut and slightly flinty bouquet. This is well-defined and focused, touches of clove and sous-bois emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, good acidity with a touch more density on the finish compared to the Aux Charmes. Cellar this for 3-5 years - this is a strong follow-up to the superb '19.Inc. VAT£805.09 -
(1x150cl) 2021Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!Inc. VAT£247.16 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!Inc. VAT£135.59 -
(3x150cl) 2021Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!Inc. VAT£734.29 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!Inc. VAT£682.69 -
Burghound (93)
(from a .72 ha holding of 60+ year old vines; 70% whole cluster). A background hint of reduction isn’t enough to overshadow the notes of liqueur-like dark berries, violet, spice and a subtle application of wood. There is fine volume, power and a taut muscularity to the mineral-driven larger-scaled flavors that aren’t quite as refined on the bitter pit fruit-inflected finish that is firm, balanced, long and youthfully austere. Patience absolutely necessary but if you have at least some, by all means consider this as well.Inc. VAT£533.89 -
Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2020 epitomises the exquisite terroir of Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits. Cultivated in the esteemed Les Genavrieres vineyard, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulously managed, sustainable viticultural practices overseen by the renowned Lignier-Michelot family. Hand-harvested grapes ensure optimal ripeness and selection, while fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the wine’s delicate aromas. The generous ageing process involves 12 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity without overshadowing the fruit’s purity. The 2020 vintage showcases a harmonious balance of elegance and depth, reflecting the terroir’s unique limestone and marl soils. Lignier-Michelot’s commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, combined with modern innovations, results in a Premier Cru that offers exceptional finesse, vibrant acidity, and a lingering finish. Ideal for discerning collectors, this Les Genavrieres 2020 exemplifies the pinnacle of Morey-Saint-Denis craftsmanship.
Inc. VAT£379.13 -
An exemplar of Burgundy's viticultural prowess, the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2021 hails from the famed vineyards of the Côte de Nuits. This wine is a testament to the Lignier-Michelot family's long-cherished tradition of producing distinctive Burgundian wines, renowned since the early 19th century.
Expect a robust, full-bodied palate that encapsulates the richness of Pinot Noir grapes harvested from 50-year-old vines that flourish in the limestone-rich soils unique to Les Genavrieres. Lignier-Michelot's careful vinification, including hand-harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and aging in carefully selected French oak barrels, bestows a remarkable elegance and complexity.
Intense aromas of red and black fruits harmonise with an undercurrent of earthy spices, creating a compelling bouquet. On the palate, the depth of taste is unrivalled, offering an enticing balance between a structured tannin framework and refined acidity. The Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2021 truly embodies the sublime finesse and extraordinary ageing potential of Premier Cru Burgundies.
Inc. VAT£635.60
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Vinous (94)
The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.In Bond£367.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.In Bond£424.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.In Bond£972.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
80% whole bunch. Really intense black colour with a purple rim. The bouquet does not want to speak quite yet. A little bit of wood, a light herbaceous note from the stems which departs rapidly, but the promise of such intensity. Morello cherries? A crackling freshness on the palate, mineral threads, a superb and classic texture, huge weight. Everything is there. Tasted: December 2021In Bond£1,149.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (95-97)
The 2021 Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches. It has a beautifully delineated and focused bouquet with blackberry, briary, wet limestone and a hint of juniper. It seems to grow with several swirls of the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with fine tannins that frame the sinewy red fruit, laced with white pepper and orange rind. It fans out wonderfully on the finish whilst retaining the class you expect from such a noble climat. This is deeply impressive even without its challenging context.In Bond£1,291.00 -
(3x150cl) 2022
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.In Bond£1,345.00 -
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.In Bond£973.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)
5 Star Wine. Ruby purple, with a fine concentration of dark red fruit picked at optimum ripeness. The whole bunches (90%) give a further lift to the nose, while what starts well in bouquet really gains ground on the palate. Everything is perfectly in place, a really striking Clos de la Roche with a suave middle ground and long, perfectly balanced finish. As always, this is a vineyard built for ageing. Making me smile! And the best news – there are 13 barrels! Drink from 2033-2045. Tasted Nov 2024.In Bond£1,316.00 -
Vinous (89)
Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Very ripe, complex nose combines raspberry, mocha and mineral notes with suggestions of exotic fruits. Plush and seamless in the mouth, conveying a restrained sweetness and considerable early charm. Finishes classically dry, with inviting soil tones and ripe tannins.In Bond£355.67 -
Vinous (88)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy has an edgy red cherry nose with noticeable scents of autumn leaves/sous-bois. The palate is quite chalky in texture with touches of cocoa on the finish that I feel a bit too abrupt.In Bond£244.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy, comes from 50-year-old vines and is blended with 70% whole bunches. It has an intense nose, a mélange of red/black fruit, hints of kirsch and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with shimmering red berry fruit, a fine bead of acidity, silky smooth with a surfeit of tension on the finish. What is not to like about this Morey-Saint-Denis? Very little.In Bond£470.10 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.In Bond£83.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.In Bond£285.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy, including around two-thirds whole bunches, has a well-defined bouquet. The stems are fairly noticeable at present, though that will be soaked up by the fruit with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy, fine tannins. The 2021 is harmonious and quite crunchy; blackberry commingles with tar and subtle tobacco notes towards its satisfying finish. Good potential, but patience required.In Bond£279.00 -
Burghound (90)
(50% whole cluster). This is at once ripe yet cool and airy with its aromas of poached plum, black raspberry and violet hints. The supple, delicious and vibrant middle weight flavors possess both good detail and a prominent bead of minerality that adds a sense of lift to the lingering and youthfully austere finale. This could use better depth so a few years of cellaring should prove beneficial.In Bond£267.00 -
Vinous (89+)
Good full, medium red. Wild aromas of smoke, underbrush and spices. Fat and sweet but a bit less vibrant than the Cheneverys. Ultimately rather closed on the back half, showing notes of spice and game but not quite the verve or nuance of the Cheneverys. This will need several years to integrate its tannins.In Bond£81.00 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite allure of the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013, a potent indulgence straight out of Burgundy, France. Crafted by prestigious winemaker Virgile Lignier-Michelot, this exceptional red wine encapsulates the very essence of Morey-Saint-Denis' celebrated terroir. With grapes procured from 40-year-old vines, it's fermented in open-top wooden vats and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months.
This memorable vin de garde radiates with a rich composition of intense dark fruit notes, complemented by a balanced medley of spice and earth tones. Its fine grain tannin structure and refreshing acidity exhibit flawless harmony, yielding a prolonged finish. Remarkable for its density, structure, and complexity, Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013 is a testament to the mastery of the Burgundy winemaking tradition. It is a choice companion for sophisticated gastronomic ventures or a solitary indulgence in luxuriant tranquillity.
In Bond£79.00 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite allure of the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013, a potent indulgence straight out of Burgundy, France. Crafted by prestigious winemaker Virgile Lignier-Michelot, this exceptional red wine encapsulates the very essence of Morey-Saint-Denis' celebrated terroir. With grapes procured from 40-year-old vines, it's fermented in open-top wooden vats and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months.
This memorable vin de garde radiates with a rich composition of intense dark fruit notes, complemented by a balanced medley of spice and earth tones. Its fine grain tannin structure and refreshing acidity exhibit flawless harmony, yielding a prolonged finish. Remarkable for its density, structure, and complexity, Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres 2013 is a testament to the mastery of the Burgundy winemaking tradition. It is a choice companion for sophisticated gastronomic ventures or a solitary indulgence in luxuriant tranquillity.
In Bond£450.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
Virgile Lignier regards this vineyard as the quintessential premier cru of the appéllation. The 2015 Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Faconnières, which includes 40-50% whole bunches, has a very complex and sophisticated bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit, very precise and detailed with black cherries, raspberry preserve, dried rose petals and tangible cold stone aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, well-judged acidity that imbues this premier cru with heightened harmony and focus. It flows towards the finish with wonderful tension and frisson on the finish. This is an outstanding Morey-Saint-Denis from Virgile.In Bond£103.00 -
Vinous (92)
(13.2% alcohol; vinified with 80% whole clusters; from 70- and 53-year-old vines that produced 43 hectoliters per hectare): Good dark red. Offers another dimension on the nose, with its aromas of dark cherry, raspberry and soil lifted by floral high tones. Harmonious acidity gives lovely juicy definition and lift to the wine's intense cherry and dark raspberry fruit. Quite refined for a wine from this cellar. Really perfumes the mouth and rises on the finish, which features firm but smooth tannins and lovely lift.In Bond£649.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru shows a little reduction on the nose; underneath there is red currant and cranberry fruit, and a touch of iodine emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, blood-orange-infused blue and blackberry fruit and a precise finish that just needs a little more length. Otherwise, this is very commendable.In Bond£361.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru, which contains 70-80% whole bunches, has a perfumed and floral bouquet of violets and iris. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, very focused and perhaps the most sophisticated of all Virgile Lignier’s cuvées. He comments that this was closed 10 days ago but to his surprise has completely changed in recent days. On this showing, it will surely be the "must-buy" from Lignier-Michelot’s range. Superb.In Bond£459.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru has a taut and slightly flinty bouquet. This is well-defined and focused, touches of clove and sous-bois emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, good acidity with a touch more density on the finish compared to the Aux Charmes. Cellar this for 3-5 years - this is a strong follow-up to the superb '19.In Bond£653.00 -
(1x150cl) 2021
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!In Bond£200.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!In Bond£110.00 -
(3x150cl) 2021
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!In Bond£594.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Faconnières 1er Cru includes 70% whole bunches. Now this has a wonderful, complex bouquet, with shimmering red berry fruit, heightened mineralité, traces of Earl Grey and fresh tobacco leaf percolating through with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine grain tannins, nuanced and intellectual, succinctly focused on the persistent finish. Bon vin!In Bond£551.00 -
Burghound (93)
(from a .72 ha holding of 60+ year old vines; 70% whole cluster). A background hint of reduction isn’t enough to overshadow the notes of liqueur-like dark berries, violet, spice and a subtle application of wood. There is fine volume, power and a taut muscularity to the mineral-driven larger-scaled flavors that aren’t quite as refined on the bitter pit fruit-inflected finish that is firm, balanced, long and youthfully austere. Patience absolutely necessary but if you have at least some, by all means consider this as well.In Bond£427.00 -
Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2020 epitomises the exquisite terroir of Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits. Cultivated in the esteemed Les Genavrieres vineyard, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulously managed, sustainable viticultural practices overseen by the renowned Lignier-Michelot family. Hand-harvested grapes ensure optimal ripeness and selection, while fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the wine’s delicate aromas. The generous ageing process involves 12 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity without overshadowing the fruit’s purity. The 2020 vintage showcases a harmonious balance of elegance and depth, reflecting the terroir’s unique limestone and marl soils. Lignier-Michelot’s commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, combined with modern innovations, results in a Premier Cru that offers exceptional finesse, vibrant acidity, and a lingering finish. Ideal for discerning collectors, this Les Genavrieres 2020 exemplifies the pinnacle of Morey-Saint-Denis craftsmanship.
In Bond£296.00 -
An exemplar of Burgundy's viticultural prowess, the Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2021 hails from the famed vineyards of the Côte de Nuits. This wine is a testament to the Lignier-Michelot family's long-cherished tradition of producing distinctive Burgundian wines, renowned since the early 19th century.
Expect a robust, full-bodied palate that encapsulates the richness of Pinot Noir grapes harvested from 50-year-old vines that flourish in the limestone-rich soils unique to Les Genavrieres. Lignier-Michelot's careful vinification, including hand-harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and aging in carefully selected French oak barrels, bestows a remarkable elegance and complexity.
Intense aromas of red and black fruits harmonise with an undercurrent of earthy spices, creating a compelling bouquet. On the palate, the depth of taste is unrivalled, offering an enticing balance between a structured tannin framework and refined acidity. The Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Genavrieres 2021 truly embodies the sublime finesse and extraordinary ageing potential of Premier Cru Burgundies.
In Bond£509.00
