Sylvie Esmonin
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Vinous (93+)
Deep, bright ruby-red. Pure, sexy aromas of raspberry, blackberry, plum and game. Thick and velvety on entry, then pliant and broad in the middle, with multidimensional flavors of dark fruits, pungent minerality, pepper, herbs, mocha and brown spices saturating the entire palate. I don't find this closed today but it will surely shut down soon. This voluptuous wine boasts superb lift and outstanding peppery persistence. Sylvie finds this too powerful. My father loves young wines, though, she told me. The 2000 is too old for him; he loves the 2003. This calls for a good decade of cellaring.Inc. VAT£368.39 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques sweeps across the palate with beautifully delineated black fruits. This shows tremendous aromatic intensity and fabulous length. With time in the glass, the wine turns more delicate, showing another side of its personality. A 65 note of licorice adds complexity on the multi-dimensional finish. Esmonin used 100% whole clusters for the fruit from the top of the vineyard, but fully destemmed the fruit from the bottom of the hill, resulting in about 70% whole clusters for the final blend. The Clos St. Jacques saw 100% new oak.Inc. VAT£1,360.40 -
Vinous (92+)
(vinified with 75% whole clusters; 90% new oak): Bright, dark red. Reduced aromas of black raspberry and licorice accented by spices. Rich, round and voluminous yet light on its feet owing to intense minerality and lively acidity; offers complex flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, redcurrant, spices, flowers and crushed rock. An element of peppery, spicy herbs really lifts the finish today while giving the wine a slight edge that calls for patience.Inc. VAT£1,702.73 -
Vinous (92+)
Good deep red with ruby tones. Ripe, deep perfume of black cherry, dark berries, crushed rock, wild herbs and game lifted by a peppery topnote. Very concentrated, intense, taut wine with terrific volume and inner-mouth energy. A captivating floral quality contributes another dimension. Explosive on the back end, saturating the mouth and exciting the salivary glands. Finishes with terrific late spicy lift. This wonderfully perfumed, classy wine needs time. Consumers will probably prefer the 2014 but the '13 is longer and has more finesse, said Sylvie Esmonin, adding that the 2014 doesn't have the same shoulders.Inc. VAT£1,043.35 -
Vinous (92)
The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is deeper in color than its peers. The signature Esmonin aromatics feature plenty of upfront, bold black cherries and raspberry fruit, a little confit, well-defined but requiring more years in bottle. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, quite strict tannins. This has closed down since I last tasted it. Very linear and grippy on the finish. Cellar away for several years. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.Inc. VAT£893.89 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a mixture of red and black fruit on the nose, well-defined but backward. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, quite dense and layered with touches of allspice and pain d'épices, veins of blood orange towards the finish that feels quite long. I suspect this will close down after three or four years as it tends to do, otherwise, cellar it away for a decade.Inc. VAT£1,095.20 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru had just begun its malo and contains 56% whole bunch. This has a tightly wound bouquet with blackberry, briary and light violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite linear and precise towards the finish. Lively and focused, I admire the joie-de-vivre in this Clos Saint-Jacques.Inc. VAT£1,367.89 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a slightly deeper colour than its peers. It has a comparatively intense nose with bold black cherry and boysenberry fruit and just a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins and that chocolate tincture interlacing the red fruit with a sweet figgy finish. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£722.88 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
Deep purple. The barrel toast is immediately evident and gives a fractional burnt toast flavour to the wine. The volume of fruit, though, is immense and will soon take over. It covers the tannins smoothly. On the one hand you can see the class of Clos St-Jacques, on the other, the hand of Sylvie stands out. Drink from 2030-2039. Tasted Nov 2023.Inc. VAT£1,181.60 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was picked up to 8 September and here, the malo was unfinished. This contains 50% whole bunch. The nose was a little difficult to assess because of that, though there appears to be plenty of vibrant black cherry and boysenberry fruit here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, quite fresh and harmonious with a little piquancy towards the finish.Inc. VAT£948.41 -
Burghound (89)
(from vines that are to the east of D974 and mostly in Les Crais along with many other small parcels that include Le Fourneau, Reniard, Croix des Champs, Grands Champs, Champ Franc and Es Murots). A deeply pitched nose reflects aromas of humus-inflected poached plum, cassis and violet that display hints of earth and leather. The supple and succulent yet well-detailed medium weight flavors possess a lovely mouthfeel before concluding in a youthfully austere finish where a touch of wood arises. This is an fine Gevrey villages and worth your interest.Inc. VAT£371.60 -
Vinous (92)
Esmonin's 2011 Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée Vieilles Vignes is rich, powerful and explosive. Today the Vieilles Vignes is surprisingly brooding and introspective in style. Black fruit, violets, dark spices and menthol inform the mysterious finish. The 2011 isn't quite fully formed yet, but it is impressive and full of personality, that much is clear.Inc. VAT£1,140.41 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is matured in 50% new oak with 60% whole-bunch fruit. I actually like the definition on the nose, which is intense but shows decent clarity, offering copious dark cherries, marmalade and blueberry aromas. The fresh palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, delivering dark cherry and black currant fruit laced with blood orange and white pepper and coming across quite citric on the finish. Good potential.Inc. VAT£113.33 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is matured in 50% new oak with 60% whole-bunch fruit. I actually like the definition on the nose, which is intense but shows decent clarity, offering copious dark cherries, marmalade and blueberry aromas. The fresh palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, delivering dark cherry and black currant fruit laced with blood orange and white pepper and coming across quite citric on the finish. Good potential.Inc. VAT£538.40 -
(12x75cl) 2020Immerse yourself in the harmonious complexity of Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2020. Proudly hailing from the acclaimed vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage truly encapsulates the meticulous efforts of renowned vintner Sylvie Esmonin. Notorious for hand-harvesting, Esmonin ensures grape integrity, which translates vividly in each bottle of this exceptional Gevrey-Chambertin. The 2020 vintage experienced cool, stable weather resulting in a healthy crop with decadent layers of dark fruits, hinting at black cherry and spiced plum.
Produced with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2020 boasts a delicate balance of rich, earthy notes enveloped in minor hints of oak, underpinned by graceful tannins. Its well-rounded structure and exceptional ageing potential echo Sylvie's philosophy of letting nature and plenty of select barrel ageing shape the wine. Reward your senses with the dark, brooding depths of this singular Pinot Noir interpretation—a captivating testament to Esmonin's dedication to her craft.
Inc. VAT£993.40 -
Introducing the distinguished Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2022; a magnificent expression of Burgundy winemaking. Produced by Sylvie Esmonin, an acclaimed viticulturist known for balancing tradition with innovation, this wine hails from the revered vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin. Grown on the region's limestone-rich soil that lends itself to an intense minerality and deep complexity in the wines.
This tout de force of viniculture is meticulously matured in French oak barrels, allowing it to develop a layered palate, brimming with succulent red berries, subtle spices, and a hint of earthy undertones. The wine elegantly showcases its vintage, in its refined tannin structure and vibrant acidity, culminating in a finely-tuned finish.
Whether accompanying a gourmet meal or enriching a quiet evening, the Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2022 is a wine to be savoured, as it embodies the time-honoured savoir-faire and tenacity of its creator. Indulge yourself in this Burgundy gem!
Inc. VAT£422.29 -
(1x75cl) 2017Introducing the elegant Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017. This remarkable red Burgundy wine is a testament to the immaculate winemaking skills of Sylvie Esmonin, a leading female figure in the largely male-dominated Burgundy industry. Nestled in the historic French sub-region of Volnay, the Esmonin estate confidently delivers a rich terroir expression through this Premier Cru. The wine presents an exquisite balance of silky tannins and vibrant acidity, courtesy of the 2017 vintage's optimal climatic conditions.
With a first ferment in French oak barrels, and subsequent aging in old oak for around 18 months, the Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017 skilfully marries fruit intensity with a subtly spiced finish. Expect a charming palate of ripe cherry, raspberry, and a slight truffle undertone. Its striking complexity and elongated finish make the Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017 an ideal addition to any fine wine collection.
Inc. VAT£93.59
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Vinous (93+)
Deep, bright ruby-red. Pure, sexy aromas of raspberry, blackberry, plum and game. Thick and velvety on entry, then pliant and broad in the middle, with multidimensional flavors of dark fruits, pungent minerality, pepper, herbs, mocha and brown spices saturating the entire palate. I don't find this closed today but it will surely shut down soon. This voluptuous wine boasts superb lift and outstanding peppery persistence. Sylvie finds this too powerful. My father loves young wines, though, she told me. The 2000 is too old for him; he loves the 2003. This calls for a good decade of cellaring.In Bond£304.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques sweeps across the palate with beautifully delineated black fruits. This shows tremendous aromatic intensity and fabulous length. With time in the glass, the wine turns more delicate, showing another side of its personality. A 65 note of licorice adds complexity on the multi-dimensional finish. Esmonin used 100% whole clusters for the fruit from the top of the vineyard, but fully destemmed the fruit from the bottom of the hill, resulting in about 70% whole clusters for the final blend. The Clos St. Jacques saw 100% new oak.In Bond£1,113.00 -
Vinous (92+)
(vinified with 75% whole clusters; 90% new oak): Bright, dark red. Reduced aromas of black raspberry and licorice accented by spices. Rich, round and voluminous yet light on its feet owing to intense minerality and lively acidity; offers complex flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, redcurrant, spices, flowers and crushed rock. An element of peppery, spicy herbs really lifts the finish today while giving the wine a slight edge that calls for patience.In Bond£1,401.03 -
Vinous (92+)
Good deep red with ruby tones. Ripe, deep perfume of black cherry, dark berries, crushed rock, wild herbs and game lifted by a peppery topnote. Very concentrated, intense, taut wine with terrific volume and inner-mouth energy. A captivating floral quality contributes another dimension. Explosive on the back end, saturating the mouth and exciting the salivary glands. Finishes with terrific late spicy lift. This wonderfully perfumed, classy wine needs time. Consumers will probably prefer the 2014 but the '13 is longer and has more finesse, said Sylvie Esmonin, adding that the 2014 doesn't have the same shoulders.In Bond£851.55 -
Vinous (92)
The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is deeper in color than its peers. The signature Esmonin aromatics feature plenty of upfront, bold black cherries and raspberry fruit, a little confit, well-defined but requiring more years in bottle. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, quite strict tannins. This has closed down since I last tasted it. Very linear and grippy on the finish. Cellar away for several years. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.In Bond£727.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a mixture of red and black fruit on the nose, well-defined but backward. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, quite dense and layered with touches of allspice and pain d'épices, veins of blood orange towards the finish that feels quite long. I suspect this will close down after three or four years as it tends to do, otherwise, cellar it away for a decade.In Bond£892.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru had just begun its malo and contains 56% whole bunch. This has a tightly wound bouquet with blackberry, briary and light violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite linear and precise towards the finish. Lively and focused, I admire the joie-de-vivre in this Clos Saint-Jacques.In Bond£1,122.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a slightly deeper colour than its peers. It has a comparatively intense nose with bold black cherry and boysenberry fruit and just a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins and that chocolate tincture interlacing the red fruit with a sweet figgy finish. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.In Bond£592.78 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)
Deep purple. The barrel toast is immediately evident and gives a fractional burnt toast flavour to the wine. The volume of fruit, though, is immense and will soon take over. It covers the tannins smoothly. On the one hand you can see the class of Clos St-Jacques, on the other, the hand of Sylvie stands out. Drink from 2030-2039. Tasted Nov 2023.In Bond£964.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was picked up to 8 September and here, the malo was unfinished. This contains 50% whole bunch. The nose was a little difficult to assess because of that, though there appears to be plenty of vibrant black cherry and boysenberry fruit here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, quite fresh and harmonious with a little piquancy towards the finish.In Bond£749.00 -
Burghound (89)
(from vines that are to the east of D974 and mostly in Les Crais along with many other small parcels that include Le Fourneau, Reniard, Croix des Champs, Grands Champs, Champ Franc and Es Murots). A deeply pitched nose reflects aromas of humus-inflected poached plum, cassis and violet that display hints of earth and leather. The supple and succulent yet well-detailed medium weight flavors possess a lovely mouthfeel before concluding in a youthfully austere finish where a touch of wood arises. This is an fine Gevrey villages and worth your interest.In Bond£289.00 -
Vinous (92)
Esmonin's 2011 Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée Vieilles Vignes is rich, powerful and explosive. Today the Vieilles Vignes is surprisingly brooding and introspective in style. Black fruit, violets, dark spices and menthol inform the mysterious finish. The 2011 isn't quite fully formed yet, but it is impressive and full of personality, that much is clear.In Bond£909.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is matured in 50% new oak with 60% whole-bunch fruit. I actually like the definition on the nose, which is intense but shows decent clarity, offering copious dark cherries, marmalade and blueberry aromas. The fresh palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, delivering dark cherry and black currant fruit laced with blood orange and white pepper and coming across quite citric on the finish. Good potential.In Bond£91.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is matured in 50% new oak with 60% whole-bunch fruit. I actually like the definition on the nose, which is intense but shows decent clarity, offering copious dark cherries, marmalade and blueberry aromas. The fresh palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, delivering dark cherry and black currant fruit laced with blood orange and white pepper and coming across quite citric on the finish. Good potential.In Bond£428.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020
Immerse yourself in the harmonious complexity of Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2020. Proudly hailing from the acclaimed vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage truly encapsulates the meticulous efforts of renowned vintner Sylvie Esmonin. Notorious for hand-harvesting, Esmonin ensures grape integrity, which translates vividly in each bottle of this exceptional Gevrey-Chambertin. The 2020 vintage experienced cool, stable weather resulting in a healthy crop with decadent layers of dark fruits, hinting at black cherry and spiced plum.
Produced with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2020 boasts a delicate balance of rich, earthy notes enveloped in minor hints of oak, underpinned by graceful tannins. Its well-rounded structure and exceptional ageing potential echo Sylvie's philosophy of letting nature and plenty of select barrel ageing shape the wine. Reward your senses with the dark, brooding depths of this singular Pinot Noir interpretation—a captivating testament to Esmonin's dedication to her craft.
In Bond£792.00 -
Introducing the distinguished Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2022; a magnificent expression of Burgundy winemaking. Produced by Sylvie Esmonin, an acclaimed viticulturist known for balancing tradition with innovation, this wine hails from the revered vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin. Grown on the region's limestone-rich soil that lends itself to an intense minerality and deep complexity in the wines.
This tout de force of viniculture is meticulously matured in French oak barrels, allowing it to develop a layered palate, brimming with succulent red berries, subtle spices, and a hint of earthy undertones. The wine elegantly showcases its vintage, in its refined tannin structure and vibrant acidity, culminating in a finely-tuned finish.
Whether accompanying a gourmet meal or enriching a quiet evening, the Sylvie Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin VV 2022 is a wine to be savoured, as it embodies the time-honoured savoir-faire and tenacity of its creator. Indulge yourself in this Burgundy gem!
In Bond£334.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017
Introducing the elegant Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017. This remarkable red Burgundy wine is a testament to the immaculate winemaking skills of Sylvie Esmonin, a leading female figure in the largely male-dominated Burgundy industry. Nestled in the historic French sub-region of Volnay, the Esmonin estate confidently delivers a rich terroir expression through this Premier Cru. The wine presents an exquisite balance of silky tannins and vibrant acidity, courtesy of the 2017 vintage's optimal climatic conditions.
With a first ferment in French oak barrels, and subsequent aging in old oak for around 18 months, the Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017 skilfully marries fruit intensity with a subtly spiced finish. Expect a charming palate of ripe cherry, raspberry, and a slight truffle undertone. Its striking complexity and elongated finish make the Sylvie Esmonin Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots 2017 an ideal addition to any fine wine collection.
In Bond£75.00
