Domaine de la Vougeraie
About Domaine de la Vougeraie
Created as recently as 1999, Domaine de la Vougeraie has seen one of the most remarkable ascensions to prominence in the entire region. Jean-Claude Boisset (of the famous Boisset Group) took the seismic decision at the turn of the millennium to combine his unbelievable, yet disparate, Burgundian holdings from various négociant companies he had accrued over the years.
A monumentally successful decision, its title is derived from the significant holdings in Boisset’s home village of Vougeot. The winery itself is located not in Vougeot, but rather in Prémeaux - in the old Claudine Deschamps cellars. From this seat, general manager Sylvie Poillot coaxes and crafts sublime expressions of over 30 appellations totalling 40 hectares under vine.
Viniculture
These significant holdings, which include a stunning six Grands Crus, make Domaine de la Vougeraie one of the most important and influential producers in Burgundy – the gorgeous wines produced vintage after vintage make it one the best too. Boisset’s exceptional success, having founded his first eponymous négociant company at the age of 18, means no expense is spared in the viticultural or vinification process. Fully biodynamic practically from the instant it was formed as a Domaine, an entirely new suite of wooden fermentation vats and a state-of-the-art sorting table was added to the winery in Prémeaux.
The result has been some of the most critically acclaimed Burgundy of the past 20 years. The change in winemaker from Pascal Marchand to Pierre Vincent in 2005 has seen a more delicate and perhaps terroir-driven style from Vougeraie – Marchand preferred heavier extraction which resulted in powerful, but perhaps slightly blunted wines. In 2019, Sylvie Poillot has continued the winemaking philosophy of Vincent, crafting a range of wines with an inherent sense of place and judged to perfection in their construction.
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Burgundy | 6 | 85-87 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£543.89 |
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Vinous (85-87)The 2020 Beaune Blanc Village, which comes from La Montée, has a strict nose with greengage and light apply aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with decent weight, although it needs a little more definition towards the finish. Drink over the next four to seven years. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,093.22 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more expressive and terroir-driven on the nose compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet. The palate is well-balanced with fine poise, taut and fresh, quite spicy towards the finish with admirable length. I can see this ageing well in bottle. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,155.24 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more expressive and terroir-driven on the nose compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet. The palate is well-balanced with fine poise, taut and fresh, quite spicy towards the finish with admirable length. I can see this ageing well in bottle. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,036.34 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has 100% whole bunch, though stems neatly enmeshed on the nose with hints of blueberry and cassis infusing the red fruit. A little timid at the moment, it will open with bottle age. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity, just a little chewiness on the entry. Structured on the finish, this is quite a "serious" Bonnes-Mares that just needs to muster more charm on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,299.49 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has 100% whole bunch, though stems neatly enmeshed on the nose with hints of blueberry and cassis infusing the red fruit. A little timid at the moment, it will open with bottle age. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity, just a little chewiness on the entry. Structured on the finish, this is quite a "serious" Bonnes-Mares that just needs to muster more charm on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (TA) |
Inc. VAT
£1,329.89 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)Fermented with 50% whole clusters, this smells of black currants, blackberries and forest floor. It is firm with concentrated fruit, tangy lift and brisk tannins. Give this a few years to settle down, unless you prefer a more vigorous style of Pinot Noir. 2024-38 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,279.24 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2020 Charlemagne Grand Cru has a well-defined and quite focused bouquet with admirable mineralité and tension. The palate is taut and fresh, impressive in terms of depth, quite focused and poised with a touch of sea salt towards the finish. Lots of energy here - this is one of Vougeraie’s best whites. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£593.09 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (TA) |
Inc. VAT
£4,038.74 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (TA) |
Inc. VAT
£9,397.49 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£578.69 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from three-hectares of vines with thte 50% whole bunch courtesy of the old vines. The nose offers dark cherries, crushed strawberry and wild hedgerow scents, fine delineation and vigour. The palate is slightly creamy in texture on the entry, quite plush and fruit-driven, pure red cherries and strawberry fruit with a sleek and caressing finish. Predesigned to seduce, this should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (IB) |
Inc. VAT
£881.09 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)Located at the St-Aubin end of the vineyard. Glowing lemon and lime in colour, there is more weight and more tension than the village Puligny, but I don’t find it a lot more interesting. Ripe grapefruit and lemon notes, middleweight. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 87-89 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£558.04 |
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Vinous (87-89)The 2020 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three climats picked and pressed separately. This has a well-defined, chalky bouquet that opens nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and saline with a touch of stem ginger on the finish. Fine. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
Inc. VAT
£566.44 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 94 (TA) |
Inc. VAT
£710.44 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Focused, bright and pretty, this is a savory, even saline, wine. There's an attractive leesiness on the nose followed by ample yellow fruits on the generous, juicy palate. Plums, sweet apples and cherries mesh on the long finish. I always find this wine delightful. 2022-28 |
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Burgundy | 6 | 85-87 (VN) |
In Bond
£434.00 |
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Vinous (85-87)The 2020 Beaune Blanc Village, which comes from La Montée, has a strict nose with greengage and light apply aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with decent weight, although it needs a little more definition towards the finish. Drink over the next four to seven years. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£903.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more expressive and terroir-driven on the nose compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet. The palate is well-balanced with fine poise, taut and fresh, quite spicy towards the finish with admirable length. I can see this ageing well in bottle. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,780.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more expressive and terroir-driven on the nose compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet. The palate is well-balanced with fine poise, taut and fresh, quite spicy towards the finish with admirable length. I can see this ageing well in bottle. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£854.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has 100% whole bunch, though stems neatly enmeshed on the nose with hints of blueberry and cassis infusing the red fruit. A little timid at the moment, it will open with bottle age. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity, just a little chewiness on the entry. Structured on the finish, this is quite a "serious" Bonnes-Mares that just needs to muster more charm on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,897.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has 100% whole bunch, though stems neatly enmeshed on the nose with hints of blueberry and cassis infusing the red fruit. A little timid at the moment, it will open with bottle age. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity, just a little chewiness on the entry. Structured on the finish, this is quite a "serious" Bonnes-Mares that just needs to muster more charm on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (TA) |
In Bond
£1,089.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)Fermented with 50% whole clusters, this smells of black currants, blackberries and forest floor. It is firm with concentrated fruit, tangy lift and brisk tannins. Give this a few years to settle down, unless you prefer a more vigorous style of Pinot Noir. 2024-38 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,050.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2020 Charlemagne Grand Cru has a well-defined and quite focused bouquet with admirable mineralité and tension. The palate is taut and fresh, impressive in terms of depth, quite focused and poised with a touch of sea salt towards the finish. Lots of energy here - this is one of Vougeraie’s best whites. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£475.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (TA) |
In Bond
£3,356.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (TA) |
In Bond
£7,812.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Coming from two parcels totaling only 0.2 hectares, this was whole cluster-fermented then aged in 40% new oak. It is seamless. Scents of mulberries and blueberries deliver impressive fruit purity. The spice-laden palate has a luxurious, taffeta-like texture with svelte tannins and elegant acidity. It is so well-knit that it is almost ready to drink now, but it will deliver pleasure for decades to come. 2024-42 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
£463.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Thorey 1er Cru comes from three-hectares of vines with thte 50% whole bunch courtesy of the old vines. The nose offers dark cherries, crushed strawberry and wild hedgerow scents, fine delineation and vigour. The palate is slightly creamy in texture on the entry, quite plush and fruit-driven, pure red cherries and strawberry fruit with a sleek and caressing finish. Predesigned to seduce, this should age well in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (IB) |
In Bond
£715.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)Located at the St-Aubin end of the vineyard. Glowing lemon and lime in colour, there is more weight and more tension than the village Puligny, but I don’t find it a lot more interesting. Ripe grapefruit and lemon notes, middleweight. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 87-89 (VN) |
In Bond
£449.00 |
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Vinous (87-89)The 2020 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from three climats picked and pressed separately. This has a well-defined, chalky bouquet that opens nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and saline with a touch of stem ginger on the finish. Fine. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
In Bond
£456.00 |
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Burgundy | 4 | 94 (TA) |
In Bond
£576.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Focused, bright and pretty, this is a savory, even saline, wine. There's an attractive leesiness on the nose followed by ample yellow fruits on the generous, juicy palate. Plums, sweet apples and cherries mesh on the long finish. I always find this wine delightful. 2022-28 |