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Experience the exquisite richness of Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Homage Jean Morin VV 2019, a stellar testament to fine French winemaking. Nested in the Burgundy wine region, the critically acclaimed Chateau de la Tour has diligently produced this monumental vintage, incorporating time-honoured techniques and uncompromising attention to detail. Made from meticulously selected, centenarian Pinot Noir vines, the late Jean Morin's meticulous craft elevates this extraordinary grand cru. The resultant wine unfolds an intricately woven tapestry of black fruits, truffles, and velvety tannins, embodying a palate both complex and harmonious. Aged in premium oak barrels, it presents a poised balance of richness and subtlety. Enjoy the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Homage Jean Morin VV 2019 now, or age it further to reveal its enduring grandeur. Truly a majestic embodiment of timeless viticulture, and a tribute to the visionary Morin. Discover the resurgence of French winemaking royalty in each sip.
Inc. VAT£2,074.82 -
Feast upon the magnificence of the Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020, a sumptuous expression of an exquisite vintage from the revered heartland of Burgundy. Produced among historic vineyards by skilled winemakers, this Grand Cru cast a spotlight on the merit of old-vine selection and biodynamic practices, faithfully personifying terroir and tradition. The noble heritage of Chateau de la Tour, a family enterprise dating back to 1890, is embodied in this Hommage series, dedicated to the esteemed Jean Morin.
Faithfully following age-old winemaking techniques, the 2020 Hommage illustrates all the finesse in its eloquent bouquet of red cherries and wild berries, subtly accompanied by intriguing spices. Slowly matured in French oak barrels, this ravishing wine offers purity of fruit, intricate structure, and an enduring finish, hallmarking an impeccable balance between grace and power. Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020 is destined to grace the cellars of true connoisseurs.
Inc. VAT£1,850.81 -
Feast upon the magnificence of the Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020, a sumptuous expression of an exquisite vintage from the revered heartland of Burgundy. Produced among historic vineyards by skilled winemakers, this Grand Cru cast a spotlight on the merit of old-vine selection and biodynamic practices, faithfully personifying terroir and tradition. The noble heritage of Chateau de la Tour, a family enterprise dating back to 1890, is embodied in this Hommage series, dedicated to the esteemed Jean Morin.
Faithfully following age-old winemaking techniques, the 2020 Hommage illustrates all the finesse in its eloquent bouquet of red cherries and wild berries, subtly accompanied by intriguing spices. Slowly matured in French oak barrels, this ravishing wine offers purity of fruit, intricate structure, and an enduring finish, hallmarking an impeccable balance between grace and power. Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020 is destined to grace the cellars of true connoisseurs.
Inc. VAT£773.99 -
(12x75cl) 2005Vinous (95+)
(13.6% alcohol; 30 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Healthy full red. Ripe, rich nose offers a spectacular combination of red and darker fruits, minerals, spices, mocha, mint, dried flowers and underbrush, lifted by strong florality. Wonderfully concentrated, sappy, still-youthful wine with outstanding tactile depth and fruit retention to its flavors of cherry, redcurrant and crushed rock. Combines the energy and precision of the '08 with the greater volume of the '09. This compellingly chewy, extract-rich wine, still a bit brooding and short of its peak, expands and builds inexorably on the aftertaste. There's a 3-D texture and a noble soil character here that I find exhilarating.Inc. VAT£6,154.33 -
(6x75cl) 2007Vinous (93)
Medium red. Perfumed aromas of red berries, spices and minerals. A step up in creaminess and volume over the regular bottling but with captivating inner-mouth aromatic character. Wonderfully sweet, opulent Clos Vougeot with a long finish featuring round, dusty tannins.Inc. VAT£1,524.80 -
(12x75cl) 2008Vinous (94+)
Deep red. Sexy, high-pitched aromas of black cherry, minerals, violet and blood orange. Tight, juicy and youthfully imploded, showing the sappy, structured side of this vintage in spades. Piquant acidity and the menthol medicinal notes of classic young Clos Vougeot suggest that this will enjoy a slow and graceful evolution in the bottle. Finishes with a pungent peppery suggestion that may be from the whole-cluster fermentation. Francois Labet considers 2009 to be a great long-lived, balanced vintage, but this is just the kind of 2008 the market will be discovering in 2020.Inc. VAT£2,372.81 -
(12x75cl) 2009Vinous (95)
Good deep red with ruby highlights. Deep nose shows an almost roasted ripeness but also terrific lift to the aromas of black cherry, flowers, licorice, mint, wild herbs and orange peel. Like liquid velvet on entry, then highly concentrated but youthfully unforthcoming in the middle. This extremely long, palate-staining wine has the tannic force and balance to evolve in bottle for decades. Should be a cellar classic with time.Inc. VAT£3,472.68 -
(12x75cl) 2010Vinous (96)
(13.4% alcohol; 28 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Good medium red. Ineffable, high-pitched nose combines aromas of raspberry, coffee, mint and spices, all lifted by a pungent floral element. A wine of uncanny finesse and verve, at once crunchy and accessible, with its sharply delineated, utterly refined flavors of fruits, spices, flowers and mineral salts complemented by well-judged oak. Wonderfully silky and seamless and balanced from the start, this aristocratic Clos Vougeot is at once broad and light on its feet. Finishes extremely long and vibrant, with perfectly buffered tannins. This wine struck me as quite restrained and austere when I tasted it in late 2012 shortly after bottling but, like so many wines from this great vintage, it's remarkably showy and complex today, even if it has another couple decades of positive development ahead of it.Inc. VAT£3,868.87 -
(1x75cl) 2010Vinous (96)
(13.4% alcohol; 28 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Good medium red. Ineffable, high-pitched nose combines aromas of raspberry, coffee, mint and spices, all lifted by a pungent floral element. A wine of uncanny finesse and verve, at once crunchy and accessible, with its sharply delineated, utterly refined flavors of fruits, spices, flowers and mineral salts complemented by well-judged oak. Wonderfully silky and seamless and balanced from the start, this aristocratic Clos Vougeot is at once broad and light on its feet. Finishes extremely long and vibrant, with perfectly buffered tannins. This wine struck me as quite restrained and austere when I tasted it in late 2012 shortly after bottling but, like so many wines from this great vintage, it's remarkably showy and complex today, even if it has another couple decades of positive development ahead of it.Inc. VAT£345.72 -
(12x75cl) 2011Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.Inc. VAT£1,844.64 -
(2x75cl) 2011Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.Inc. VAT£674.64 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.Inc. VAT£820.32 -
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.Inc. VAT£2,186.64 -
(1x300cl) 2012
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.Inc. VAT£861.23 -
(3x150cl) 2012Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.Inc. VAT£1,154.44 -
(6x75cl) 2012Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.Inc. VAT£1,302.73 -
Burghound (95)
Noticeable but not invasive wood and menthol frame a slightly riper array of aromas that are quite similar to those of the regular cuvée. Here too there is outstanding density and power to the even more concentrated broad-shouldered and robust flavors that possess even better depth and persistence on the impeccably well-balanced, saline and palate coating finish. This is presently extremely primary and while it's clear that this offers huge upside development potential it's also clear that plenty of patience will be required.Inc. VAT£832.32 -
(12x75cl) 2014Vinous (94)
(this is the last vintage of this wine to come entirely from a block of vines planted in 1910, and the last to be labeled Vieilles Vignes de Plus de 100 Ans, as François Labet is beginning a replanting program; beginning with 2015, this wine will come from several of Labet's holdings around the Clos and will simply be called Vieilles Vignes): Bright ruby-red. Lovely mineral and peony high notes lift dark fruits on the nose. Sappy, dense and penetrating, offering terrific concentration and lift to its flavors of dark berries, licorice and minerals. A superb vintage for this wine, less austere than some previous years. We're coming from an era of cooler soils to warmer soils, noted Labet. Global warming has been very good for Clos-Vougeot. This thick but energetic wines finishes with suave but serious building tannins and superb length. Incidentally, there was no separate Hommage bottling in 2014.Inc. VAT£2,367.84 -
(1x300cl) 2014
Vinous (94)
(this is the last vintage of this wine to come entirely from a block of vines planted in 1910, and the last to be labeled Vieilles Vignes de Plus de 100 Ans, as François Labet is beginning a replanting program; beginning with 2015, this wine will come from several of Labet's holdings around the Clos and will simply be called Vieilles Vignes): Bright ruby-red. Lovely mineral and peony high notes lift dark fruits on the nose. Sappy, dense and penetrating, offering terrific concentration and lift to its flavors of dark berries, licorice and minerals. A superb vintage for this wine, less austere than some previous years. We're coming from an era of cooler soils to warmer soils, noted Labet. Global warming has been very good for Clos-Vougeot. This thick but energetic wines finishes with suave but serious building tannins and superb length. Incidentally, there was no separate Hommage bottling in 2014.Inc. VAT£798.48 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red-ruby. Superripe, complex aromas of black raspberry, black cherry and licorice complicated by subtle soil tones. Sweeter and creamier than the cuvée classique and much more approachable today owing to its sheer sucrosité and depth. This beautifully balanced wine's thick, concentrated fruit covers its substantial building tannins on the very long, slowly mounting finish.Inc. VAT£1,283.52 -
(1x300cl) 2016Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.Inc. VAT£938.88 -
(3x150cl) 2016Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.Inc. VAT£1,222.32 -
Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.Inc. VAT£1,221.12 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite elegance of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2017. This exclusive vintage, produced by one of Burgundy's most esteemed estates, represents the pinnacle of French viticulture. As the largest owner of vineyards within the iconic Clos de Vougeot, Chateau de la Tour masterfully exhibits the terroir's distinct characteristics. Sourced from vines planted in 1910, the harvest is meticulously hand-sorted to guarantee only the highest quality grapes in each bottle.
An exemplar of careful vinification, the wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation in open wooden vats, followed by ageing in new oak barrels. The result is an exquisite balance of rich, dark fruits and defined earthy undertones that linger on your palate. For any serious connoisseur, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2017 is an incontestable testament to the region's winemaking prestige.
Inc. VAT£1,143.49 -
Vinous (95)
The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru displays more complexity and mineralité on the nose compared to the Cuvée Classique; the fruit is a little darker, revealing hints of cola and sous-bois. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, lithe and fine-boned. Slightly chalky-textured toward the precise finish. This is actually more 2019 in style. A resounding success.Inc. VAT£1,283.52 -
Connoisseurs will savour every sip of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019, a masterpiece in Burgundian winemaking. This exceptional offering is born from aged vines, nestled in the heart of Burgundy's revered Clos de Vougeot appellation, a testament to the expertise of its producer, François Labet, who follows time-honoured traditions for a distinct result.
Each bottle captures the true essence of Pinot Noir grapes, harvested from 85- to 105-year old vines which bestow unparalleled depth of flavour. The wine undergoes meticulous oak barrel fermentation, with 50% new oak to intensify complexity, forging a beautiful marriage of intensity and elegance.
Bursting with vibrant cherries, a hint of earthy truffle, and adorned by a silky finish, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019 delivers a harmonious symphony in every glass, a testament to Burgundy's viticultural heritage awaits you.
Inc. VAT£1,351.24 -
Connoisseurs will savour every sip of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019, a masterpiece in Burgundian winemaking. This exceptional offering is born from aged vines, nestled in the heart of Burgundy's revered Clos de Vougeot appellation, a testament to the expertise of its producer, François Labet, who follows time-honoured traditions for a distinct result.
Each bottle captures the true essence of Pinot Noir grapes, harvested from 85- to 105-year old vines which bestow unparalleled depth of flavour. The wine undergoes meticulous oak barrel fermentation, with 50% new oak to intensify complexity, forging a beautiful marriage of intensity and elegance.
Bursting with vibrant cherries, a hint of earthy truffle, and adorned by a silky finish, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019 delivers a harmonious symphony in every glass, a testament to Burgundy's viticultural heritage awaits you.
Inc. VAT£1,354.32 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru is 60-70% whole cluster, not that you can discern on the nose, with around 45% new oak. It has a very pure and seductive bouquet with black cherries, violet and light sea spray/oyster shell scents that unfurl in the glass. The palate is very harmonious with gentle grip, pure and slightly granular in texture, fine depth with a silky smooth finish. This is a sophisticated, generous and seductive Clos de Vougeot that should age with style.Inc. VAT£1,565.15 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru has a lively bouquet with loamy scents filtering through the red berry fruit, fragrant with rose petal and peony emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with firmer and more solid tannins than the Cuvée Classique, fleshier with a liquorice-tinged finish. This is a couple of steps ahead of the Cuvée Classique and should give 15 to 20 years' drinking pleasure.Inc. VAT£1,145.15 -
(12x75cl) 2011Vinous (92)
(50% new oak; the 2011s were racked for the first time in March of 2013 and bottled in July): Bright, fresh, deep red. Spicy black cherry, licorice, chocolate and graphite on the nose. Tactile, saline and juicy on the palate, with enticing peppery lift to the silky dark berry and spice flavors. Classically dry, energetic, firmly tannic and long but not a bit hard.Inc. VAT£1,531.27
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Experience the exquisite richness of Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Homage Jean Morin VV 2019, a stellar testament to fine French winemaking. Nested in the Burgundy wine region, the critically acclaimed Chateau de la Tour has diligently produced this monumental vintage, incorporating time-honoured techniques and uncompromising attention to detail. Made from meticulously selected, centenarian Pinot Noir vines, the late Jean Morin's meticulous craft elevates this extraordinary grand cru. The resultant wine unfolds an intricately woven tapestry of black fruits, truffles, and velvety tannins, embodying a palate both complex and harmonious. Aged in premium oak barrels, it presents a poised balance of richness and subtlety. Enjoy the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Homage Jean Morin VV 2019 now, or age it further to reveal its enduring grandeur. Truly a majestic embodiment of timeless viticulture, and a tribute to the visionary Morin. Discover the resurgence of French winemaking royalty in each sip.
In Bond£1,721.00 -
Feast upon the magnificence of the Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020, a sumptuous expression of an exquisite vintage from the revered heartland of Burgundy. Produced among historic vineyards by skilled winemakers, this Grand Cru cast a spotlight on the merit of old-vine selection and biodynamic practices, faithfully personifying terroir and tradition. The noble heritage of Chateau de la Tour, a family enterprise dating back to 1890, is embodied in this Hommage series, dedicated to the esteemed Jean Morin.
Faithfully following age-old winemaking techniques, the 2020 Hommage illustrates all the finesse in its eloquent bouquet of red cherries and wild berries, subtly accompanied by intriguing spices. Slowly matured in French oak barrels, this ravishing wine offers purity of fruit, intricate structure, and an enduring finish, hallmarking an impeccable balance between grace and power. Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020 is destined to grace the cellars of true connoisseurs.
In Bond£1,537.00 -
Feast upon the magnificence of the Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020, a sumptuous expression of an exquisite vintage from the revered heartland of Burgundy. Produced among historic vineyards by skilled winemakers, this Grand Cru cast a spotlight on the merit of old-vine selection and biodynamic practices, faithfully personifying terroir and tradition. The noble heritage of Chateau de la Tour, a family enterprise dating back to 1890, is embodied in this Hommage series, dedicated to the esteemed Jean Morin.
Faithfully following age-old winemaking techniques, the 2020 Hommage illustrates all the finesse in its eloquent bouquet of red cherries and wild berries, subtly accompanied by intriguing spices. Slowly matured in French oak barrels, this ravishing wine offers purity of fruit, intricate structure, and an enduring finish, hallmarking an impeccable balance between grace and power. Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru Hommage a Jean Morin 2020 is destined to grace the cellars of true connoisseurs.
In Bond£642.00 -
(12x75cl) 2005
Vinous (95+)
(13.6% alcohol; 30 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Healthy full red. Ripe, rich nose offers a spectacular combination of red and darker fruits, minerals, spices, mocha, mint, dried flowers and underbrush, lifted by strong florality. Wonderfully concentrated, sappy, still-youthful wine with outstanding tactile depth and fruit retention to its flavors of cherry, redcurrant and crushed rock. Combines the energy and precision of the '08 with the greater volume of the '09. This compellingly chewy, extract-rich wine, still a bit brooding and short of its peak, expands and builds inexorably on the aftertaste. There's a 3-D texture and a noble soil character here that I find exhilarating.In Bond£5,092.78 -
(6x75cl) 2007
Vinous (93)
Medium red. Perfumed aromas of red berries, spices and minerals. A step up in creaminess and volume over the regular bottling but with captivating inner-mouth aromatic character. Wonderfully sweet, opulent Clos Vougeot with a long finish featuring round, dusty tannins.In Bond£1,254.64 -
(12x75cl) 2008
Vinous (94+)
Deep red. Sexy, high-pitched aromas of black cherry, minerals, violet and blood orange. Tight, juicy and youthfully imploded, showing the sappy, structured side of this vintage in spades. Piquant acidity and the menthol medicinal notes of classic young Clos Vougeot suggest that this will enjoy a slow and graceful evolution in the bottle. Finishes with a pungent peppery suggestion that may be from the whole-cluster fermentation. Francois Labet considers 2009 to be a great long-lived, balanced vintage, but this is just the kind of 2008 the market will be discovering in 2020.In Bond£1,936.00 -
(12x75cl) 2009
Vinous (95)
Good deep red with ruby highlights. Deep nose shows an almost roasted ripeness but also terrific lift to the aromas of black cherry, flowers, licorice, mint, wild herbs and orange peel. Like liquid velvet on entry, then highly concentrated but youthfully unforthcoming in the middle. This extremely long, palate-staining wine has the tannic force and balance to evolve in bottle for decades. Should be a cellar classic with time.In Bond£2,856.70 -
(12x75cl) 2010
Vinous (96)
(13.4% alcohol; 28 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Good medium red. Ineffable, high-pitched nose combines aromas of raspberry, coffee, mint and spices, all lifted by a pungent floral element. A wine of uncanny finesse and verve, at once crunchy and accessible, with its sharply delineated, utterly refined flavors of fruits, spices, flowers and mineral salts complemented by well-judged oak. Wonderfully silky and seamless and balanced from the start, this aristocratic Clos Vougeot is at once broad and light on its feet. Finishes extremely long and vibrant, with perfectly buffered tannins. This wine struck me as quite restrained and austere when I tasted it in late 2012 shortly after bottling but, like so many wines from this great vintage, it's remarkably showy and complex today, even if it has another couple decades of positive development ahead of it.In Bond£3,192.00 -
(1x75cl) 2010
Vinous (96)
(13.4% alcohol; 28 h/h; 9/26 harvest): Good medium red. Ineffable, high-pitched nose combines aromas of raspberry, coffee, mint and spices, all lifted by a pungent floral element. A wine of uncanny finesse and verve, at once crunchy and accessible, with its sharply delineated, utterly refined flavors of fruits, spices, flowers and mineral salts complemented by well-judged oak. Wonderfully silky and seamless and balanced from the start, this aristocratic Clos Vougeot is at once broad and light on its feet. Finishes extremely long and vibrant, with perfectly buffered tannins. This wine struck me as quite restrained and austere when I tasted it in late 2012 shortly after bottling but, like so many wines from this great vintage, it's remarkably showy and complex today, even if it has another couple decades of positive development ahead of it.In Bond£285.00 -
(12x75cl) 2011
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.In Bond£1,500.00 -
(2x75cl) 2011
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.In Bond£556.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid cherry red. One of the most voluptuous of these 2011 Clos Vougeots. Bitter cherries and lots of punchy fruit with attack. Still very youthful but with good potential. Dry but neat and clean finish. Some persistence.In Bond£665.00 -
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.In Bond£1,785.00 -
(1x300cl) 2012
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.In Bond£707.00 -
(3x150cl) 2012
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.In Bond£946.00 -
(6x75cl) 2012
Burghound (95)
Here the nose is similar to the regular cuvée from a compositional standpoint but the fruit is denser, slightly riper and more complex as well. The very concentrated broad-shouldered flavors possess excellent concentration as the copious dry extract both coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the explosively long but impeccably well-balanced finish. This is distinctly old school in style and will require extended cellaring to arrive at its peak. I would not recommend buying this ultra-serious effort unless you have the express intention of cellaring it over the longer-term.In Bond£1,067.01 -
Burghound (95)
Noticeable but not invasive wood and menthol frame a slightly riper array of aromas that are quite similar to those of the regular cuvée. Here too there is outstanding density and power to the even more concentrated broad-shouldered and robust flavors that possess even better depth and persistence on the impeccably well-balanced, saline and palate coating finish. This is presently extremely primary and while it's clear that this offers huge upside development potential it's also clear that plenty of patience will be required.In Bond£675.00 -
(12x75cl) 2014
Vinous (94)
(this is the last vintage of this wine to come entirely from a block of vines planted in 1910, and the last to be labeled Vieilles Vignes de Plus de 100 Ans, as François Labet is beginning a replanting program; beginning with 2015, this wine will come from several of Labet's holdings around the Clos and will simply be called Vieilles Vignes): Bright ruby-red. Lovely mineral and peony high notes lift dark fruits on the nose. Sappy, dense and penetrating, offering terrific concentration and lift to its flavors of dark berries, licorice and minerals. A superb vintage for this wine, less austere than some previous years. We're coming from an era of cooler soils to warmer soils, noted Labet. Global warming has been very good for Clos-Vougeot. This thick but energetic wines finishes with suave but serious building tannins and superb length. Incidentally, there was no separate Hommage bottling in 2014.In Bond£1,936.00 -
(1x300cl) 2014
Vinous (94)
(this is the last vintage of this wine to come entirely from a block of vines planted in 1910, and the last to be labeled Vieilles Vignes de Plus de 100 Ans, as François Labet is beginning a replanting program; beginning with 2015, this wine will come from several of Labet's holdings around the Clos and will simply be called Vieilles Vignes): Bright ruby-red. Lovely mineral and peony high notes lift dark fruits on the nose. Sappy, dense and penetrating, offering terrific concentration and lift to its flavors of dark berries, licorice and minerals. A superb vintage for this wine, less austere than some previous years. We're coming from an era of cooler soils to warmer soils, noted Labet. Global warming has been very good for Clos-Vougeot. This thick but energetic wines finishes with suave but serious building tannins and superb length. Incidentally, there was no separate Hommage bottling in 2014.In Bond£653.00 -
Vinous (95)
Bright, dark red-ruby. Superripe, complex aromas of black raspberry, black cherry and licorice complicated by subtle soil tones. Sweeter and creamier than the cuvée classique and much more approachable today owing to its sheer sucrosité and depth. This beautifully balanced wine's thick, concentrated fruit covers its substantial building tannins on the very long, slowly mounting finish.In Bond£1,051.00 -
(1x300cl) 2016
Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.In Bond£770.00 -
(3x150cl) 2016
Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.In Bond£1,000.00 -
Vinous (96)
(13.2% alcohol; 18 hectoliters per hectare produced; from vines harvested on September 23): Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Explosive, fruit-dominated aromas of dark berries, cherry, spices, mint, menthol, flowers and minerals. Conveys compelling sappy energy in a silky, medium-bodied package, with its black fruit and herb flavors complicated by a touch of saline minerality. Boasts glorious density of fruit--and near-perfect balance in spite of the very low yield. The very long, rising, perfumed finish offers a serious tannic spine for aging but no rough edges. This penetrating, urgent, classic Clos Vougeot, a standout for the vintage, boasts real pinosity. François Labet told me that, beginning with his 2015s, he did not use enzymes and did not add any sulfur until the middle of the élevage, well after the malolactic fermentations finished. He bottled this 2016 with just 20 parts per million free sulfur and 35 total.In Bond£999.00 -
Immerse yourself in the exquisite elegance of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2017. This exclusive vintage, produced by one of Burgundy's most esteemed estates, represents the pinnacle of French viticulture. As the largest owner of vineyards within the iconic Clos de Vougeot, Chateau de la Tour masterfully exhibits the terroir's distinct characteristics. Sourced from vines planted in 1910, the harvest is meticulously hand-sorted to guarantee only the highest quality grapes in each bottle.
An exemplar of careful vinification, the wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation in open wooden vats, followed by ageing in new oak barrels. The result is an exquisite balance of rich, dark fruits and defined earthy undertones that linger on your palate. For any serious connoisseur, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2017 is an incontestable testament to the region's winemaking prestige.
In Bond£935.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru displays more complexity and mineralité on the nose compared to the Cuvée Classique; the fruit is a little darker, revealing hints of cola and sous-bois. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, lithe and fine-boned. Slightly chalky-textured toward the precise finish. This is actually more 2019 in style. A resounding success.In Bond£1,051.00 -
Connoisseurs will savour every sip of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019, a masterpiece in Burgundian winemaking. This exceptional offering is born from aged vines, nestled in the heart of Burgundy's revered Clos de Vougeot appellation, a testament to the expertise of its producer, François Labet, who follows time-honoured traditions for a distinct result.
Each bottle captures the true essence of Pinot Noir grapes, harvested from 85- to 105-year old vines which bestow unparalleled depth of flavour. The wine undergoes meticulous oak barrel fermentation, with 50% new oak to intensify complexity, forging a beautiful marriage of intensity and elegance.
Bursting with vibrant cherries, a hint of earthy truffle, and adorned by a silky finish, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019 delivers a harmonious symphony in every glass, a testament to Burgundy's viticultural heritage awaits you.
In Bond£1,110.00 -
Connoisseurs will savour every sip of the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019, a masterpiece in Burgundian winemaking. This exceptional offering is born from aged vines, nestled in the heart of Burgundy's revered Clos de Vougeot appellation, a testament to the expertise of its producer, François Labet, who follows time-honoured traditions for a distinct result.
Each bottle captures the true essence of Pinot Noir grapes, harvested from 85- to 105-year old vines which bestow unparalleled depth of flavour. The wine undergoes meticulous oak barrel fermentation, with 50% new oak to intensify complexity, forging a beautiful marriage of intensity and elegance.
Bursting with vibrant cherries, a hint of earthy truffle, and adorned by a silky finish, the Chateau de la Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru VV 2019 delivers a harmonious symphony in every glass, a testament to Burgundy's viticultural heritage awaits you.
In Bond£1,110.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru is 60-70% whole cluster, not that you can discern on the nose, with around 45% new oak. It has a very pure and seductive bouquet with black cherries, violet and light sea spray/oyster shell scents that unfurl in the glass. The palate is very harmonious with gentle grip, pure and slightly granular in texture, fine depth with a silky smooth finish. This is a sophisticated, generous and seductive Clos de Vougeot that should age with style.In Bond£1,285.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru has a lively bouquet with loamy scents filtering through the red berry fruit, fragrant with rose petal and peony emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with firmer and more solid tannins than the Cuvée Classique, fleshier with a liquorice-tinged finish. This is a couple of steps ahead of the Cuvée Classique and should give 15 to 20 years' drinking pleasure.In Bond£935.00 -
(12x75cl) 2011
Vinous (92)
(50% new oak; the 2011s were racked for the first time in March of 2013 and bottled in July): Bright, fresh, deep red. Spicy black cherry, licorice, chocolate and graphite on the nose. Tactile, saline and juicy on the palate, with enticing peppery lift to the silky dark berry and spice flavors. Classically dry, energetic, firmly tannic and long but not a bit hard.In Bond£1,244.00
