Burgundy
When it comes to the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands tall as one of the most revered and sought-after regions. Renowned for its exceptional terroir and commitment to quality, Burgundy has long captivated enthusiasts with its exquisite and highly prized wines. Today, let us delve into the realm of the best and most expensive wines that Burgundy has to offer, a realm where true wine aficionados can indulge in the pinnacle of winemaking excellence.
At the heart of Burgundy's prestige lie its renowned vineyards, which have garnered global acclaim for their exceptional wines. The names that resonate in the world of Burgundy are Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, Domaine Armand Rousseau, and Domaine Georges Roumier. These vineyards have become synonymous with greatness, crafting wines that define elegance, complexity, and longevity.
Burgundy's most esteemed wines are crafted from two noble grape varieties: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The region's red wines, made predominantly from Pinot Noir, display a finesse and purity of fruit that are unmatched. Vineyards such as Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, and Richebourg produce red wines that command astronomical prices due to their exceptional quality and limited production.
For white wine enthusiasts, Burgundy's Chardonnay-based wines are a true revelation. Vineyards like Montrachet, Corton-Charlemagne, and Meursault showcase the full potential of this noble grape, producing wines of unparalleled richness, depth, and complexity. These whites epitomize the artistry of winemaking, with each sip revealing layers of flavors and a harmonious balance between fruit, minerality, and oak.
In the world of fine wines, Burgundy stands as an epitome of elegance, complexity, and refined craftsmanship. Its best and most expensive wines are a testament to the region's unwavering commitment to excellence, terroir-driven winemaking, and the artistry of the winemakers.
Burgundy
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-99)
5 Star Wine. Picked 28th September. A rich, indeed sumptuous purple. Exceptionally youthful bouquet with a little touch of new wood. A magical wine, which is entirely in balance. It is not just the concentration which moves to another level but the sublime and effortless suavity of texture. All in pure red fruit, nothing dark, my favourite alpine strawberries, but a host of other berries as well. Magical.保税价格￥ 25,025.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (96)
Not currently available.保税价格￥ 14,465.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
(the yield here was just 15 hectoliters per hectare, according to Jean-Louis Trapet): Good bright medium red. Deeper on the nose than the preceding village wines, offering aromas of plum, currant, roast coffee and cocoa. Graceful, fine-grained wine, offering very good depth, intriguing saline minerality and noteworthy precision. More floral than herbal. The persistent finish features a subtle sweetness and suave tannins that saturate the sides of the tongue. This will be Trapet's only premier cru bottling from the 2016 vintage.保税价格￥ 5,185.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin La Petite Chapelle 1er Cru, blended with 80% whole bunch, has a tightly-wound bouquet with crushed stone infusing the blackcurrant and raspberry scents, a nuanced Earl Grey scent percolating through with time. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, finely-chiselled tannins, very good weight with just a hint of menthol that enhances the finish.保税价格￥ 8,700.00 -
Wine Advocate (90-92)
There are around 30 barrels of Trapet's 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Village, a lovely wine that mingles notes of wild berries with hints of dark chocolate, exotic spices and violets. Medium to full-bodied, lively and concentrated, it's deep and lively, with powdery tannins and a long, perfumed finish. This derives from eight different parcels spread throughout the appellation.保税价格￥ 2,875.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2015 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru has a refined bouquet of pretty, slightly tertiary red berry fruit laced with subtle oyster shell scents. The fresh, vibrant, medium-bodied palate presents fine-grained tannin, crisp acidity and a succinct, mineral-driven, detailed finish that does this grand cru proud. Bon vin! Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting.保税价格￥ 16,190.00 -
Vinous (96-98)
The 2019 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru, which contains around 60% whole bunch, has a well-defined bouquet of ebullient dark berry fruit laced with light woodland and earthy scents. So much vigor and coiled-up energy! The palate is medium-bodied with wonderful balance, supple tannins, perfectly judged acidity and a crescendo of flavors toward the splendid, mineral-driven finish. The cooler microclimate really benefited this cuvée in 2019, and it is one of the Trapet’s finest contributions to the vintage.保税价格￥ 19,030.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin "Ostrea" comprises around 70% whole cluster this year and comes from parcels around the village of Brochon. This has an elegant bouquet of gorgeous wild strawberry and raspberry preserve aromas, the oak seamlessly integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and well-judged acidity, and so juicy that it is nigh impossible to detect the stem addition. This might well constitute the best "Ostrea" I have tasted from Trapet.保税价格￥ 7,475.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
(5-Star wine) Still in barrel, unracked. Rich deep purple with a heady ripe raspberry fruit. But it is fresh, clean, mineral and intense on the palate with a lovely supple fruit backed by clean energy. Darker fruit, but significantly more weight. In fact, this is astonishingly concentrated at the back of the palate. There are plenty of tannins here, but easily enough fruit.保税价格￥ 7,670.00 -
Vinous (92)
The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Ostrea comes from vines that have now been rewired higher according to Jean-Louis Trapet. It has a more mineral-driven, reserved bouquet compared to the Gevrey-Village, fragrant and beautifully defined, the 40% whole bunch lending freshness. The palate is fresh and vibrant with gentle grip, good weight, taut and fresh with a saline, Morey-like finish. Classy, for Burgundy-lovers who like their Pinot a bit cerebral.保税价格￥ 3,690.00 -
(12x75cl) 2017The Verget Saint Veran 2017, a sterling vintage hailing from the revered vineyards of Saint Veran in Southern Burgundy, epitomises the unique terroir of the Maconnais region. Crafted by the celebrated wine producer, Verget, this Chardonnay-based wine exhibits a blend of refined elegance and vibrancy. On the palates of connoisseurs, keen notes of golden apple, pear, and a hint of citrus blossoms unfold, underscored by a subtle mineral quality. Noteworthy is the reserved yet meticulous use of oak, a signature Verget practice, evident in the rounded, nutty nuances suffusing the wine's crisp acidity. The Verget Saint Veran 2017 is matured for 8 to 10 months in a mix of old barrels and stainless steel tanks, culminating in a wine that is both captivating and complex. An unassuming masterpiece, it's a monument to Verget's passionate pursuit of expressing Burgundy's terroir in every bottle.
保税价格￥ 2,490.00 -
Experience the culmination of refined oenological craftsmanship in the Vincent Bouzereau Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2019. Produced in the iconic Cote de Beaune sub-region of Burgundy, France, this elixir is a testament to Vincent Bouzereau's commitment to producing stellar wines. This particular Premier Cru vineyard is renowned for its exceptional terroir, making the 2019 vintage a paragon of finesse and structure.
Harvested and sorted meticulously by hand, the Chardonnay grapes are gently pressed, preserving their inherent qualities. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, 30% of which are new, lending to beautiful complexity. Its expressive nose radiates scents of honey, pear, and almond, while the palate explores a profound minerality balanced by a harmonious, buttery finish.
Embodying the purity and elegance of signature Meursault, the Vincent Bouzereau Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2019 is a vibrant expression of its celebrated terroir capturing both connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
保税价格￥ 6,075.00 -
The Vincent Bouzereau Meursault Poruzots 2019 is a beacon of unparalleled finesse from this globally revered wine producer. Each bottle embodies the rich terroir of Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, where Vincent Bouzereau treads the delicate line between traditional and modern winemaking. Harvested from 45-year old vines rooted deep in limestone and clay, this Chardonnay offers an unforgettably opulent experience.
The brilliance of Bouzereau's low yield philosophy becomes evident with the wine's intoxicating aromas of ripe apricot, toasted almonds, and a hint of jasmine. On the palate, this Meursault Poruzots captures your senses with voluptuous, fleshy fruit notes underlined by a crisp minerality. Maturing in French oak barrels for 18 months allows this splendid wine to achieve a beautiful intensity without overshadowing its natural elegance.
A bottle of Vincent Bouzereau Meursault Poruzots 2019 signifies more than just a delightful indulgence; it is a testament to the art and passion of Burgundian winemaking.
保税价格￥ 5,800.00 -
The Vincent Dancer Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Blanc 2018 is a highly refined Burgundy white wine offering a tantalising amalgamation of fruit and mineral elements. Crafted in the esteemed vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet in northeastern France, this exquisite selection is born out of organic farming paired with biodynamic practices. Vincent Dancer, a vanguard in the Burgundy wine scene, has preserved a minimalist approach in winemaking, relying on indigenous yeasts in a gravity-fed cellar. Dancer's meticulous attention to every aspect of the process has produced a wine featuring a playful acidity underpinning luscious stone fruit notes and a hint of vanillin oak. A diligent maturation of 18 months on lees has given birth to this wine's characteristic depth, laying the foundation for its potential to age gracefully. When relishing the Vincent Dancer Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Blanc 2018 anticipate a palate-pleasing sensual experience of lush texture and sophisticated complexity.
保税价格￥ 4,080.00 -
Experience the exquisite charm of Vincent Dancer Pommard Les Perrieres 2019, a fine Burgundy red wine straight from France's famed Côte d'Or region. Created by the reputable Vincent Dancer, known for his unwavering commitment to organic viticulture and low-intervention winemaking, this wine represents the pinnacle of traditional Burgundian craftsmanship. This delicate Pinot Noir hails from the Les Perrieres vineyard, known for its exceptional terroir characterised by mixed limestone and clay soil, offering a unique depth to the wine. The 2019 vintage gleams with an inviting crimson hue, a hint of the refined subtleties concealed within. Its expressive bouquet conjures images of ripe red fruits, wild herbs, and a whisper of traditional French oak. On the palate, expect a rich compote of cherries, plums and spices balanced by fine-grained tannins and a vibrant, long-lingering finish. An absolute gem, Vincent Dancer Pommard Les Perrieres 2019 is a superb testament to the beauty of Burgundy.
保税价格￥ 2,920.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019Wine Advocate (95+)
More tightly wound than the Bienvenues, the 2019 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru unfurls in the glass with aromas of pear, confit citrus, fresh pastry, nutmeg, hazelnuts and beeswax, framed by a deft touch of youthful reduction. Full-bodied, deep and tensile, with huge levels of concentration and extract, it's layered and muscular, with a seamless, structured profile and a long, saline finish.保税价格￥ 3,989.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Blanchot-Dessus 1er Cru come across a bit sultry on the nose despite coaxing. White flowers, fresh white linen and citrus scents eventually emerge. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, fresh and quite saline, perhaps it just need a little more complexity towards the finish, but otherwise this is well-crafted.保税价格￥ 7,240.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet Blanchot-Dessus 1er Cru was one of the big (pleasant) surprises of the tasting. It has a more composed and complex bouquet compared to others in this flight, with a little more crushed stone, blood oranges and light quince aromas developing in the glass. Impressive delineation and the oak is seamlessly integrated. The palate is well balanced with a crisp line of acidity, just a dab of sour lemon and orange rind, quite peppery in style with a bravura finish. Much better than others in this flight, this is well worth hunting down. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.保税价格￥ 6,660.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet La Romanée 1er Cru is more reserved on the nose, but well defined with crushed stone and touches of pressed flowers and chai. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, much more linear, almost Puligny-like in style thanks to the calcaire terroir on the finish. Vivid and animated.保税价格￥ 5,095.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Le Cailleret 1er Cru shows a little more reduction on the nose than the Morgeots, although there is good concentration here. The palate is quite vibrant on the entry with lemon zest, quince and a touch of orange pith. Plenty of energy, well focused with a saline finish, this is a fine Chassagne from Girardin.保税价格￥ 4,115.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2019 Meursault Les Charmes-Dessus 1er Cru comes from two parcels located down from Les Perrières. The vines are 65 years old, one parcel on SO4 rootstock that is particularly low-yielding. This has a pretty bouquet, understated at first and then unfolding to reveal crushed stone and yellow flower aromas. The palate is well balanced with a smooth, slightly honeyed opening, richer than the preceding Village Crus but nicely focused. Lemon curd and a touch of stem ginger toward the finish. A delicious Meursault to drink over the next 12–15 years.保税价格￥ 4,985.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)
From three sources, all in the upper part. Glowing mid yellow. Lovely weight of fruit here, the oak lending a light coconut touch. There is a proper concentration behind, ripe enough as well, almost a petrol noted, and very persistent. Drink from 2026-2031.保税价格￥ 4,630.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)
Six barrels in all, from various sources. Clear bright mid yellow. A little bit more savoury, some pepper here, leaner and finer in profile than the Charmes but not quite as complete overall. Decent persistence. Drink from 2026-2030.保税价格￥ 6,800.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2022 Meursault 1er Cru Les Perrières has turned out brilliantly, offering up notes of orange zest, wet stones, white flowers, toasted hazelnuts and nutmeg. Medium- to full-bodied, satiny and seamless, with lovely mid-palate plenitude, it marries ethereal purity with mineral depth to compelling effect, concluding with a sapid, chalky finish.保税价格￥ 5,790.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2019 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Combettes is showing very well despite its youth, bursting with aromas of pear, toasted nuts, white flowers and hints of iodine. Medium- to full-bodied, layered and textural, with a creamy attack that segues into a bright, saline finish, it retains excellent balance in this riper, more powerfully styled vintage.保税价格￥ 6,870.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
As I wrote shortly after it was bottled, the 2021 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Combettes is one of the sites that Germain's team was able to thoroughly protect from the spring frosts (I remember driving past the parcel 10 days later, with it and Domaine Leflaive's vines standing out as the solitary island of green amidst a sea of desiccated buds), and the result is a wine that transcends the vintage. Offering up notes of waxy citrus rind, buttery pastry, iodine and white flowers, it's medium- to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with racy acids, chalky structuring extract and a long, saline finish.保税价格￥ 7,160.00 -
保税价格￥ 9,100.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2019 Corton-Charlemagne "Quintessence" Grand Cru comes from the Aloxe-Corton side, from a climat, and is made with purchased grapes from vines around 55–60 years old. The rather muted nose has trouble following on from the clearly more expressive Puligny Les Combettes. The palate is balanced with a fine bead of acidity, but the truth is that I find this missing the complexity and mineralité of a Grand Cru, surpassed by some of Girardin’s excellent Premier Crus this vintage.保税价格￥ 12,740.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Corton-Charlemagne "Quintessence" Grand Cru comes from a single parcel in Aloxe-Corton. This has more complexity and energy on the nose compared to the regular cuvée with fresh pineapple, grapefruit, crushed stone and a touch of mirabelle. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and quite refined, not powerful on the finish but linear and poised. Eight barrels produced.保税价格￥ 10,875.00 -
Wine Advocate (92+)
There are 13,053 bottles of Domaine de la Vougeraie's superb 2017 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, representing a modest yield for this emblematic monopole. Opening in the glass with a pretty bouquet of fresh green pear, peach, mandarin oil and petrol, framed by a discreet touch of nutty new oak, the wine is medium to full-bodied, racy and precise, with a delicate and elegantly tight-knit core of fruit and a long, precise finish. As readers may know, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée.保税价格￥ 4,465.00
