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Burgundy 2020 En Primeur

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We are delighted to you offer to you the excellent 2020 Burgundy vintage, with wines from fourteen domaines, including two for the first time this year; Antoine Jobard in Meursault and Jean Collet et Fils, from Chablis.  2020 is an excellent vintage for white wines and an very good one for reds. 

We began offering the vintage last November, with all domaines releasing their wines by early January.  Allocations are even more limited this year than usual and some wines have already sold out, but you will find a wealth of brilliant burgundies still available.  With unprecedented worldwide demand, rising prices and a tiny harvest to come in 2021, there has never been a more compelling argument for buying en primeur.

You will find our thoughts on the vintage as a whole and the wines in list format below.

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Introduction 

Visiting Burgundy in the autumn to taste the new vintage is always a great pleasure, but in November 2021 it was particularly delightful.  The Côte-d'Or seemed more beautiful, unique and beguiling than ever, after being absent for two vintages.  Anxiety around filling out additional Covid-related travel documents was soon displaced by the familiarity of people and places we have been visiting for twenty-five years.  To find that we were also tasting a great vintage made the experience even more memorable, with the wines showing almost miraculous balance and elegance, after the warm summer of 2020.

Clearly, the domaines have been busy during the lockdown, taking advantage of reduced visitor numbers to build new cellars, with large cranes looming over several villages, particularly Pommard.  Happily, most of this modernisation is internal and in sympathy with the beautiful local architecture.  We saw more signs of modernization at one domaine, where we were proudly shown their bijoux, ultra-high-tech new bottling line, housed in an ancient Burgundy cellar.  An NFC chip in the label allows each bottle to be tracked as it makes its way around the world and can even inform the winery when the bottle has been opened and drunk!  Thankfully, the influence of nature and the individual was more evident at all the other domaines we visited. 

Despite the ancient landscape and architecture, there is a huge amount of innovation on the Côte-d'Or, with a continual exchange of ideas and knowledge between the brilliant winemakers who work there.  These conversations are especially lively in November when the harvest is over.  We arrived at the end of the weekend of 'Les Trois Glorieuses', the three events celebrating the harvest; the grand dinner at the Clos de Vougeot, the Hospices de Beaune Auction and the 'Paulée de Meursault', an enormous bacchic 'BYOB' dinner for around 700 winemakers, who vie with each other to bring the most outstanding bottles to the dinner.  The weekend is a collective celebration of the harvest, but also a time to compare notes and hear what your neighbours have been up to.

Whilst we were in the Côte-d'Or to taste the 2020 vintage, it was the 2021 harvest that had just been brought in and inevitably this was at the forefront of the minds of the growers, with such huge reductions in volume due to frost and mildew.  The final figures will not be known until February, but it was common to hear figures of a 60% reduction, leaving empty cellars and barrel rooms, which we saw everywhere.  There will be a severe scarcity of burgundy over the next couple of years and the 2020 vintage will have to tide us all through (luckily it is a brilliant one!).  Release prices have already risen anywhere from a few euros per case to up to 50% for some grands crus.

Harvest

2020 was the earliest harvest on record, with many growers picking from the middle of August, sometimes even picking their pinot noir before their chardonnay, to retain acidity levels and freshness.  The growing season overall was not as short as the picking dates might suggest, as it began early in 2020, with bud-break in mid-March, compared to early April in 2019.  Rainfall was an issue throughout 2020, but the year did at least begin with some useful winter rains topping up the reserves of groundwater.  With a mild spring, frost, for once, was not a major concern.

The hot summer was different to the summers of 2018 and 2019, with consistently high temperatures but fewer extreme heat spikes.  Nevertheless, the heat and lack of water created sufficient hydric stress on the chardonnay vines to send them into a physiological shutdown.  This paused the 'sugar accumulation phase' where tartaric acids in the grape are converted into sugars.

Not only were the acids preserved, they were also concentrated, as the overall water content of the berries fell.  This is the miraculous aspect of the 2021 harvest, a unique set of conditions that occurred quite unexpectedly over the space of a couple of weeks in August.  With very few diseases of the vine during 2020 (unlike the mildew-ridden 2021 harvest) the grapes were harvested in excellent condition.

Winemaking

The consequent concentrated, thick-skinned grapes required careful handling in the winery.  This is the first year we have heard the term 'infusion' to describe red winemaking, a term which appears to be all the rage amongst some winemakers, but which is also a source of some raise eyebrows and leg-pulling from others!  Essentially, with such thick-skinned grapes, the usual techniques of remontage (pumping the juice from the bottle of the vat over the top of the cap of skins, to extract colour and tannins and pigeage (punching the cap down into the juice, to similar effect) had to be used carefully, to avoid over-extraction.

Instead, reduced maceration times and gentle handling were required.  The use of whole bunch fermentation was also more widespread, with even the more traditional domaines, like Tortochot, using up to 30% whole bunches.  Whole bunch fermentation is complex, one of the numerous techniques which can convey the personality of the winemaker in the wines, depending on how it is handled.  The stalks add tannins and other phenolic compounds to the juice, but can also have an unpredictable impact, creating air spaces in between the bunches which can slow the fermentation time or have other outcomes.

Whilst the winemaking approach was important, in general, it was picking dates that determined success in 2020, with those picking earlier usually producing fresher and more balanced wines.

Antoine Jobard looks very pleased with the 2020s at his domaine in Meursault: "I do not think I will see another vintage like this in my life".

The Wines

We loved tasting the 2020s.  The whites had a really unusual combination of freshness, tension and ripeness, so unusual it made us question our palates...how can wines like this come from such a warm year?  They were almost classical in their balance.  Or perhaps these are 'new classics'.

The reds had their own distinct profile, often very aromatic on the nose, with ripe black fruits and floral (rose) aromas, and a fine tannic structure leaving an impression of elegance.  We enjoyed the fact that despite the ripeness, many of the reds finished dry (often a consequence of whole bunch fermentation).

Quality was pretty even across most appellations, with the variation between producers (depending on the aforementioned picking dates).  The Côte de Beaune reds stood out, but we may be influenced by the growers we visited.  In general, cooler climats, which might struggle to achieve full ripeness in less warm vintages, really shone in 2020.

As with other recent vintages, the wines were very open and easy to taste, though some growers speculated that the 2020s may need a little more time in the cellar.  They should age very well.  It is well worth remembering that, compared with Bordeaux, the wait for en primeur burgundy is relatively short, with many Bourgogne Rouges and Blancs landing by summer of next year and immediately ready to enjoy.

Stock currently lying ex-cellars in France, wines due to land in the UK by late 2022.  Prices are shown in bond (IB) per 6 or 12 bts (unless stated otherwise). Onward delivery within the UK not included.  Stock and orders are subject to confirmation.

WHITE 2020 2 cases Antoine Jobard - Bourgogne Blanc 75cl £160 per case of 6 Antoine Jobard
Bourgogne Blanc
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£160 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"This Bourgogne includes declassified young vines (2015) from St-Aubin 1er Cru Derriere Chez Edouard. Pale lemon yellow. Rather a classic bouquet, with plenty of white fruit energy behind. Interesting dichotomy on the palate where there is a classic Jobardian austere tension and then some plumper fleshier white fruit behind. Very good length for a Bourgogne. Tasted: 11/1/2021. (5 star wine) 88-90 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 1 case Antoine Jobard - Meursault Poruzots 1er cru 75cl £650 per case of 6 Antoine Jobard
Meursault Poruzots 1er cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£650 per case of 6
IB
WHITE 2020 1 case Antoine Jobard - Meursault Village 75cl £340 per case of 6 Antoine Jobard
Meursault Village
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£340 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Antoine has decided to blend together all his Meursault lieux dits in a change from previous practice. The 2020 comprises 40% En la Barre 20% Tillets and the result comes from his previous Meursault blend and the recently purchased Meix Tavaux. Clear pure lemon and lime, with a touch of reduction. Definite austerity here but with fruit volume behind. In fact, there is a wonderful concentration of pure lime infused fruit, with a steely backbone. Very fine long aftertaste. Love it! Very long indeed. Tasted: 11/1/2021. (5 star wine) 91-94 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 3 cases Bachey-Legros - Santenay Rouge 'Clos des Hâtes' Vieilles Vignes 75cl £220 per case of 12 Bachey-Legros
Santenay Rouge 'Clos des Hâtes' Vieilles Vignes
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£220 per case of 12
IB
Tasting NotesFrom one the domaine's oldest plots, the vines were planted in 1935, 2 hectares in one parcel, described by Sam as the best of all of the Santenay Villages plots. Excellent, structured tannins and tending more towards black fruit character than the first two wines. RKL
RED 2020 1 case Bachey-Legros - Santenay Rouge Clos Rousseau 75cl £295 per case of 12 Bachey-Legros
Santenay Rouge Clos Rousseau
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£295 per case of 12
IB
Tasting NotesThe 'Clos Rousseau' is from three parcels of old vines; Les Fourneaux, planted in 1914, Le Grand Clos Rousseau (1980), and Le Petit Clos Rousseau (1955). Spicy, black fruit and then exceptionally fine tannins which change the profile of the wine, with succulent fruit and mouth-watering acidity. Excellent length and very precise on the finish. RKL
WHITE 2020 2 cases Bonneau du Martray - Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 75cl £2,970 per case of 6 Bonneau du Martray
Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£2,970 per case of 6
IB
NOT FOR EXPORT
RED 2020 5 cases Borgeot - Santenay Rouge Vieilles Vignes 75cl £220 per case of 12 Borgeot
Santenay Rouge Vieilles Vignes
2020 / 5 cases / 75cl
£220 per case of 12
IB
WHITE 2020 5 cases Château de Chamilly - Montagny 'les Reculerons' 75cl £160 per case of 12 Château de Chamilly
Montagny 'les Reculerons'
2020 / 5 cases / 75cl
£160 per case of 12
IB
Tasting NotesBeautifully floral and delicate after the concentration of the Aligote, with clear gun-flint aromas and some peach fruit opening out after a few moments in glass…then the smoky (reductive) notes reassert themselves on the finish, in tandem with the fruit…very harmonious at the end. Really refined for this level. 13% abv. RKL
RED 2020 1 case Domaine des Lambrays - Clos des Lambrays grand cru Magnum £3,600 per case of 3 Domaine des Lambrays
Clos des Lambrays grand cru
2020 / 1 case / Magnum
£3,600 per case of 3
IB
RED 2020 1 case Domaine Dujac - Charmes Chambertin grand cru 75cl £1,295 per case of 3 Domaine Dujac
Charmes Chambertin grand cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£1,295 per case of 3
IB
RED 2020 2 cases Domaine Dujac - Gevrey Chambertin aux Combottes 1er Cru 75cl £950 per case of 3 Domaine Dujac
Gevrey Chambertin aux Combottes 1er Cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£950 per case of 3
IB
RED 2020 1 case Domaine Dujac - Vosne Romanée Malconsorts 1er Cru 75cl £1,540 per case of 3 Domaine Dujac
Vosne Romanée Malconsorts 1er Cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£1,540 per case of 3
IB
WHITE 2020 3 cases Domaine J.A. Ferret - Pouilly-Fuissé "Clos de Prouges" Tete de Cru 75cl £180 per case of 6 Domaine J.A. Ferret
Pouilly-Fuissé "Clos de Prouges" Tete de Cru
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£180 per case of 6
IB
Tasting NotesSituated right in the centre of the village of Fuissé, this Clos is just over two "hectares" in size and is planted on a shallow slope that faces east. Although a small parcel of vines was planted in 2003, most of the vineyard dates back to 1956, and is therefore more than 60 years old, making it one of the oldest owned by the domaine. The soil is derived from limestone-rich marls deposited during the upper Bathonian. Fermentations and ageing take place in casks, of which 25% is new and 75% is one to three years old, for 10 months. Ageing is completed in stainless steel tank, on lees, for a further 7 months. The 2020 vintage will be bottled in February 2022.------"Here too the wood treatment is more prominent on the ripe aromas of dried apricot, poached pear and anise. There is impressive size, weight and power to the bigger and equally generously proportioned flavors that brim with both dry extract and minerality before culminating in an elegant but powerful and chalky finish. Patience advised here too as this excellent effort brims with upside development potential. 2027+. 93 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound
WHITE 2020 4 cases Domaine J.A. Ferret - Pouilly-Fuissé "Les Perrieres" 1er cru 75cl £195 per case of 6 Domaine J.A. Ferret
Pouilly-Fuissé "Les Perrieres" 1er cru
2020 / 4 cases / 75cl
£195 per case of 6
IB
Tasting NotesThe 1.15-hectare Les Perrières vineyard is situated to the south of the amphitheatre, on mid-slope just beneath the parcel of Le Clos. Exposed south-south-east, the slope here is steeper than it is on the Clos. The vineyard was planted in 1972-1974. The soil, which is derived from alluvial deposits, consists of a mix of deep silt and stony clay. The subsoil features streaks of limestone and limestone marls, while the top layers are littered with stones on the surface. Fermentation and elevage are handled as for the Clos des Prouges. The 2020 vintage will be bottled in February 2022.------"Here too the wood treatment is more prominent still with notes of vanilla and toast fighting a bit with the ripe aromas of poached pear and anise. There is impressive size, weight and power to the bigger and equally generously proportioned flavors that brim with both dry extract and minerality before culminating in an elegant but powerful finish. Patience advised here too. 2027+. 91-93 points." Allen Meadows, Burghound, Issue 84------"This wine is from east-facing vines behind Mme. Ferret’s house, and is thus called by the domaine ‘Clos de Jeanne’ although it is in premier cru Les Perrières. It delivers a substantial wine; here the cask ferment (20% new) is more apparent, yet it holds this will and shows approachably toasty ripe apple aromas. There is abundant extract here but the wine remains impressively fresh and lingers seductively on the finish. 92 points." Charles Curtis MW, Decanter------“The 2020 Pouilly-Fuissé Les Perrières 1er Cru has a very focused, almost steely bouquet, beautifully defined with neatly integrated oak. White flowers emerge with time in the glass. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity and wonderful salinity with a vibrant and energetic finish. I cannot wait to taste the finished wine. 91-93 points.” Neal Martin, Neal Martin, Vinous.com, Nov 21
WHITE 2020 1 case Domaine Michelot - Meursault Clos St Felix, Monople 75cl £275 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Meursault Clos St Felix, Monople
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£275 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"A touch of lemon in the colour while the bouquet is a mite sterner than the blended Meursault. This has good mid palate weight, riper citrus notes, slight bitterness behind, the terroir talking, clay and gravels, drains well. Very interesting. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 90-92 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 7 cases Domaine Michelot - Meursault Genevrières 1er cru 75cl £460 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Meursault Genevrières 1er cru
2020 / 7 cases / 75cl
£460 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Two plots, one spilling over into lower Porusot. Clear lemon and lime colour. A little bit of gunflint reduction, a mild case, then excellent intensity behind, a touch of liquorice, some fresh pears, a fraction of ripe citrus zest, long and complex. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 92-95 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 2 cases Domaine Michelot - Meursault Les Charmes 1er cru 75cl £420 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Meursault Les Charmes 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£420 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Though lower down on the map, this is above the fault line, so still classic. Clear pale lemon and lime, quite a complex bouquet with the white fruit rising up through the light citrus notes. Excellent concentration behind as the finish fattens out somewhat. Very promising. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 92-95 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 9 cases Domaine Michelot - Meursault Les Grands Charrons 75cl £280 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Meursault Les Grands Charrons
2020 / 9 cases / 75cl
£280 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The Michelot rows run top to bottom, which makes quite a difference. But the wider plot is at the top where the slope is steeper. Seems to start in the citrus mould but there’s something much riper beneath that wants to come out. Very light gunflint reduction and Nicolas pulls out the saline word for the finish, which is very harmonious. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 90-92 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 7 cases Domaine Michelot - Meursault Village 75cl £250 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Meursault Village
2020 / 7 cases / 75cl
£250 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Quite a mix of plots, though more lower slope (plus Vireuils) and includes the rarely seen Buisson Certaut lieu-dit. A mix of smaller and larger wood plus a few other containers! Pale clear colour, citrus and even grapefruit present on the nose. Then the douceur of the vintage, that faint sucrosity at the back. Another wine which will be easy to love early on. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 89-91 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 2 cases Domaine Michelot - Santenay Blanc Les Gravières 1er cru 75cl £210 per case of 6 Domaine Michelot
Santenay Blanc Les Gravières 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£210 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Lovely lemon and lime colour. The nose is most appealing, that lovely mix of fresh citrus and graceful riper fruit, little touches of grenadine. This is grown on compact white marl, which lends itself well to chardonnay. Tasted: 10/1/2021. 91-93 points" Jasper Morris, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 2 cases Henri Magnien - Aloxe-Corton La Coutiere 1er cru 75cl £280 per case of 6 Henri Magnien
Aloxe-Corton La Coutiere 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£280 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Rich purple, the warm site of La Coutière delivers a slightly more cooked fruit on the nose. However the wine grows on the palate because there is a fresher, juicier red fruit behind, a little bit of peach, good acidity. Charles does not punch down this or the Corton to avoid firm tannins. 88-90 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"A slightly riper nose of baked plum, warm earth and a smoky wisp gives way to delicious and caressing medium weight flavors that culminate in a lingering and moderately rustic finale. 88-91 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound------"Aromas of cassis, plums and sweet forest floor, framed by creamy new oak, introduce the 2020 Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru La Coutière, a medium to full-bodied, rich and structured wine built around lively acids and powdery tannins. 91 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com
RED 2020 1 case Henri Magnien - Gevrey Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru 75cl £580 per case of 6 Henri Magnien
Gevrey Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£580 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 3 cases Henri Magnien - Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes 75cl £260 per case of 6 Henri Magnien
Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£260 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Richer and deeper pitched, the 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes mingles aromas of wild berries and plums with hints of baking chocolate, sweet spices and peonies. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and textural, it's layered and fleshy, with an ample core of fruit, powdery tannins and lively balancing acids. 90+ points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com------"A deft application of wood can be found on the ripe aromas of poached plum, cassis, humus and newly turned earth. There is excellent density to the mouth coating medium weight plus flavors that evidence fine power on the long, serious and youthfully austere but not rustic finale. An impressive villages. 89-92 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound------"The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes has a delightful, mineral-driven bouquet with redcurrent, raspberry preserve and crushed stone. Quintessentially Gevrey. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, gentle grip, a nice bitter cherry undertow with cingering seline finish. This is well worth seeking out. 90-92 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"40 to 100 years plus, the oldest being a plot of Epointures planted in 1915, and mostly well placed above the road. The nose offers a depth and weight of dark fruit without too much detail. There is more in the way of plump ripe raspberry fruit on the palate, more juice and less structure at the back. Really continues through extremely well. 91-93 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 8 cases Hudelot Baillet - Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits 75cl £240 per case of 12 Hudelot Baillet
Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits
2020 / 8 cases / 75cl
£240 per case of 12
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Rouge has a more powerful bouquet compared to the Bourgogne Rouge with cassis and violet scents bursting from the glass. The palate is well balanced with caressing tannins, fine weight and acidity, rounded with a touch of baking powder on the finish. Fine. 86-88 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"A brooding and timid nose grudgingly reflects notes of dark currant, pungent earth and a whiff of spice. By contrast, there is fine verve to the delicious and intense middle weight flavors that exude a bracing salinity on the racy, refreshing and linear finish. One to consider. Outstanding. 86-89 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound
RED 2020 4 cases Hudelot Baillet - Chambolle Musigny Les Charmes 1er cru 75cl £380 per case of 6 Hudelot Baillet
Chambolle Musigny Les Charmes 1er cru
2020 / 4 cases / 75cl
£380 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"A very ripe nose speaks primarily of poached plum, dark currant, spice and the barest whisper of oak. There is again good density and punch to the saline-suffused medium-bodied flavors that are supported by bright acidity and firm tannins on the lingering and slightly warm finale. 89-92 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound-----"The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes 1er Cru is very pure on the nose, quite intense like the Vieilles Vignes with verging on ostentatious black cherry and cassis fruit, very floral and not shy in the slightest. The palate restores order with some gorgeous red berry fruit, slightly gourmand in style, almost gamey towards the finish that feels very long. Succulent ‘n sexy. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 2 cases Hudelot Baillet - Chambolle Musigny Vieilles Vignes 75cl £260 per case of 6 Hudelot Baillet
Chambolle Musigny Vieilles Vignes
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£260 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Ripe and reasonably layered aromas of poached plum, spice and dark currant complement the nicely rich and voluminous flavors that possess excellent punch if limited refinement as the firm and almost chewy finish is borderline rustic. Delicious but not particularly Chambollesque. 87-90 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound------"The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes, from 60 to 80-year old vines, has a powerful bouquet with ebullient dark cherry, violet and cassis notes, a hint of melted chocolate in the background. The palate is well balanced, quite intense with sappy black cherry and boysenberry fruit vying for attention on the finish. You get the feeling this is holding something in reserve so give it 5-6 years in the cellar. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 6 cases Joseph Voillot - Beaune Les Coucherias 1er cru 75cl £240 per case of 6 Joseph Voillot
Beaune Les Coucherias 1er cru
2020 / 6 cases / 75cl
£240 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Beaune Aux Coucherias 1er Cru has a pure, quite perfumed bouquet with red cherries and crushed strawberry fruit. The one-third new oak is nicely integrated here. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, dark berry fruit with hints of black olive and balsamic, moderate length, though perhaps a little rustic. 87-89 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"An overtly spicy and moderately cool yet ripe nose freely reveals its aromas of red currant, raspberry, violet and a hint of just turned earth. There is evident minerality suffusing the generously proportioned medium weight flavors that tighten up on the lingering finale. This is very Beaune and a wine that should drink well young but also with up to a decade of aging. 90 points." Burghound.com
RED 2020 1 case Joseph Voillot - Pommard Les Epenots 1er Cru 75cl £440 per case of 6 Joseph Voillot
Pommard Les Epenots 1er Cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£440 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Pommard les Epenots 1er Cru, which has no new oak, has a ripe, expressive nose with red cherries, crushed strawberry and a touch of incense. Fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshy, silky opening - almost Volnay-like in style. Entrancing purity here with candied orange peel on the sweet and generous finish. This will be difficult to resist in its youth. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 3 cases Joseph Voillot - Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 75cl £460 per case of 6 Joseph Voillot
Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£460 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru, matured with 25% new oak, has a tightly-wound bouquet with black cherries, raspberry coulis, undergrowth and quite a strong saline influence. The palate is medium-bodied with a concentrated opening, a mixture of red and black fruit, fine acidity with a lilting, very cohesive finish and peppery aftertaste. 92-94 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 3 cases Joseph Voillot - Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru 75cl £320 per case of 6 Joseph Voillot
Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£320 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Cask sample. Mid cherry. Peppery dark-red fruit. Marked acidity, just enough flesh to balance. A tight, energetic and sinewy wine that becomes more and more scented in the glass. This builds to a real beauty of balance, it is tight, fine-boned, delicious and not to be rushed. 13.5%. Drink 2027 – 2042. 18 points" jancisrobinson.com (JH)------"The 2020 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru, matured in 20% new oak, has an expressive and quite open, floral bouquet with red cherries, undergrowth, crushed strawberry and a touch of black tea. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, harmonious and poised with good substance towards the finish. This is very refined and classy. 92-94 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
WHITE 2020 4 cases Louis Jadot - Chassagne Montrachet Abbaye de Morgeot 1er cru (Domaine) 75cl £380 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Chassagne Montrachet Abbaye de Morgeot 1er cru (Domaine)
2020 / 4 cases / 75cl
£380 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Abbaye de Morgeot 1er Cru has a very harmonious bouquet, fine mineralité and tension, focused and displaying impressive energy. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity quite complex and poised with just the right amount of bitterness on the finish to urge you back. Very fine. This should age with style. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"Fullish, yellowish colour, while the bouquet shows a fair amount of oak. The full weight of Morgeot is lurking. It all works though. If you want a white Burgundy with significant volume of flesh without forcing the ripeness too far, this will do the job. Just the right balance here. Tasted: November 2021 91-94 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"One of the standouts of the range is the 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Abbaye de Morgeot (Domaine Louis Jadot), a medium to full-bodied, layered and seamless wine evocative of pear, orange oil and pastry cream. Bright and chalky, it's beautifully balanced and built to age. 92-94 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com
WHITE 2020 1 case Louis Jadot - Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle 1er cru 75cl £340 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle 1er cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£340 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The swan song for this cuvée is the 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle (Duc de Magenta), a muscular, concentrated wine that exhibits aromas of orange oil, peach, buttery pastry and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and textural, with a fleshy core of ripe fruit and bright balancing acids, it offers a classic expression of Morgeot in all its exuberance. 91-93 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com------"The 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle 1er Cru has a taut, fresh, vibrant bouquet with yellow flowers intermixed with light citrus scents, gravel and jasmine. The palate is smooth and harmonious, tangerine and nectarine on the entry, moderate weight with a slightly pithy finish. I am intrigued to see how this will develop. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"The last vintage of this wine chez Jadot as the vineyard has been sold. Medium yellow in colour. There is a little less overt power and perhaps a touch more terroir in this wine. Then the full weight kicks in, nicely married with its wood, and a sense of managed opulence behind infiltrated by good acidity. Tasted: November 2021. 92-94 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 1 case Louis Jadot - Clos Vougeot grand cru 75cl £570 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Clos Vougeot grand cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£570 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is deep in colour. It comes across a little oaky on the nose at the moment, a bit impenetrable. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent tannins, ripe and fleshy, quite sweet on the finish, but maybe missing the noblesse of its peers at the moment. 91-93 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
WHITE 2020 1 case Louis Jadot - Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot) 75cl £925 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot)
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£925 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a lifted, liquorice-tinged bouquet that opens beautifully in the glass (and has not problem following on from Jadot’s Montrachet!) The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity that cuts through the crisp citrus fruit laced with orange pith, stem ginger and white pepper. There is real cohesion and persistence on the finish - just an excellent Corton-Charlemagne. 93-95 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"The 2020 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot) is broad and muscular, unfurling in the glass with aromas of lime cordial, orange zest, white flowers and pastry cream. Full-bodied, rich and textural, it's a thick, fleshy wine with terrific concentration and tangy balancing acids. 93-95+ points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com------"Pale lemon yellow. The bouquet is quite quiet though with promise. This is classic on the palate, rippling stones dusted lightly in lemon. The oak in support is well judged. Perfect acidity to finish – it is there but ripe not trenchant. Fine and quite nuanced finish with some floral notes. Tasted: November 2021. 93-96 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
WHITE 2020 2 cases Louis Jadot - Meursault Les Charmes 1er cru 75cl £340 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Meursault Les Charmes 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£340 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes (Domaine Louis Jadot) exhibits aromas of popcorn, green apple, pear and orange oil. Medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy, it's a rich, open-knit rendition of this site, derived from the holdings of the erstwhile Domaine Prieur-Brunet. 89-91 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com------"The 2020 Meursault Les Charmes 1er Cru was showing a bit of reduction on the nose that made it difficult to read. The palate more expressive with a fine bead of acidity, lightly spiced citrus fruit laced with dessicated orange peel and stem ginger, the finish quite spicy and satisfying. Give this 4-5 years in bottle. 90-92 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"A slightly fuller yellow, plumper, some vanilla, offering the expected Charmes amplitude, rounded, with pear and peach notes, not over exotic but a full mouthful nonetheless. Tasted: November 2021. 91-93 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 2 cases Louis Jadot - Nuits St Georges Les Boudots 1er Cru 75cl £370 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Nuits St Georges Les Boudots 1er Cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£370 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Boudots 1er Cru has a conspicuous fish scale scent on the nose that complements the black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, sappy red fruit, lightly spiced with a sinewy finish that just about manages to retain an essence of finesse. This could evolve nicely in bottle. 90-92 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"Notes of rich berry fruit, blood orange, rose petals and spices introduce the 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Boudots (Domaine Gagey), a medium to full-bodied, velvety and ample wine that's layered and lively, with bright acids and a saline finish. This is promising. 91-93 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com
WHITE 2020 2 cases Louis Jadot - Pernand Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre (Domaine) 75cl £295 per case of 12 Louis Jadot
Pernand Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre (Domaine)
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£295 per case of 12
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Pernand-Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre shows a little more reduction than the Combottes, nicely focused, notes of Nashi pear and citrus peel, a touch of cold stone. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and tightening up towards the finish where it needs a little more flesh. Maybe that will develop during the remainder of it élevage? 87-89 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"Pale to mid yellow. This time there are some floral notes to the bouquet, good acidity, a little more oak, lightly buttery, but a lovely balance with some intensity on the mineral side. Tasted: November 2021 89-91 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"The 2020 Pernand-Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre Blanc (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot) is especially good this year, wafting from the glass with notes of waxy citrus rind, crisp orchard fruit, pastry cream and smoke. Medium to full-bodied, bright and precise, with tangy acids and a pretty core of fruit, it's beautifully balanced. 91 points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com
WHITE 2020 1 case Louis Jadot - Savigny Les Beaunes Blanc Clos des Guettes 1er cru (Domaine) 75cl £175 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Savigny Les Beaunes Blanc Clos des Guettes 1er cru (Domaine)
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£175 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 1 case Louis Jadot - Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru (Domaine) 75cl £275 per case of 6 Louis Jadot
Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru (Domaine)
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£275 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"The 2020 Volnay 1er Cru Clos de la Barre Monopole (Maison Louis Jadot) opens in the glass with notes of sweet red berries, orange rind, peonies, cinnamon and cloves. Medium to full-bodied, it's more introverted and tightly wound than the seductive Les Mitans. 89-91+ points" William Kelley, RobertParker.com------"The 2020 Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru has a well-defined and quite precise bouquet, perhaps more so compared to the Mitans and the Santenots. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins, a fine bead of acidity, vibrant and fresh with a slightly candied finish. There is something very seductive and more-ish about this Volnay - excellent. 92-94 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"Medium to deep purple, beautifully ripe, so much going on, plump lush raspberry but never losing its thread, more character in this warmer vintage rather than drying it. This is a very good Clos de la Barre, as good as I can remember. Tasted: November 2021. 92-94 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com
RED 2020 1 case Rossignol-Trapet - Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur 1er cru 75cl £580 per case of 6 Rossignol-Trapet
Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur 1er cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£580 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 2 cases Rossignol-Trapet - Gevrey Chambertin Petite Chapelle 1er cru 75cl £540 per case of 6 Rossignol-Trapet
Gevrey Chambertin Petite Chapelle 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£540 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 3 cases Rossignol-Trapet - Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes 75cl £225 per case of 6 Rossignol-Trapet
Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
2020 / 3 cases / 75cl
£225 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 1 case Rossignol-Trapet - Latricieres Chambertin grand cru 75cl £1,200 per case of 6 Rossignol-Trapet
Latricieres Chambertin grand cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£1,200 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 1 case Taupenot Merme - Chambolle Musigny 75cl £260 per case of 6 Taupenot Merme
Chambolle Musigny
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£260 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Bright purple with a ripe, cherry-laden nose. Sweet bright fruit, roses and cherries, actually very attractive and well balanced at the finish, with clean, resolved tannins and enough acidity. Tasted: December 2021 89-91 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Village, matured in around 25% new oak, has quite a perfumed bouquet with red cherries and rose petal scents, quite airy and nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, slightly creamy in texture, gaining weight towards the finish that feels quite caressing. 89-91 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com------"This also offers a noticeable step up in elegance with its pretty mix of red currant, plum, dark cherry and pretty spice wisps. I very much like the texture of the middle weight flavors that possess both good density and minerality that become more apparent as the lingering and youthfully austere finish sits on the palate. Lovely and very Chambollesque. 89-91 points. Outstanding." Burghound
RED 2020 2 cases Taupenot Merme - Charmes Chambertin grand cru 75cl £995 per case of 6 Taupenot Merme
Charmes Chambertin grand cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£995 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Touches of wood and menthol can be found on the ripe aromas of black cherry, raspberry and the sauvage. The supple, seductive and very suave larger-scaled flavors possess really lovely intensity that carries over to the dusty, palate coating, powerful and mildly warm finale. This too is definitely built-to-age. 91-94 points" points" Allen Meadows' Burghound------"Rich, exuberant purple. A cheerful nose, flamboyantly perfumed which is as Charmes should be. I very much like the balance of this, which is all in red fruit, succulent strawberry and raspberry, good acidity, no feeling of excess heat. 14.1% but holds it without difficulty. Tasted: December 2021. 93-95 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru was very closed on the nose despite encouragement. This feels very introverted. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, more expressive here in the mouth than on the nose with black pepper, bay leaf and clove towards the finish. Give this a few years in bottle and wait for the aromatics to blossom. 93-95 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 4 cases Taupenot Merme - Gevrey Chambertin 75cl £250 per case of 6 Taupenot Merme
Gevrey Chambertin
2020 / 4 cases / 75cl
£250 per case of 6
IB
RED 2020 2 cases Taupenot Merme - Morey St Denis La Riotte 1er cru Magnum £535 per case of 3 Taupenot Merme
Morey St Denis La Riotte 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / Magnum
£535 per case of 3
IB
RED 2020 2 cases Taupenot Merme - Nuits St Georges Les Pruliers 1er cru 75cl £450 per case of 6 Taupenot Merme
Nuits St Georges Les Pruliers 1er cru
2020 / 2 cases / 75cl
£450 per case of 6
IB
Tasting Notes"Cask sample. Deep cherry; rich, dense nose of cherries, mulberries and blueberries; round and full. Elegant and suave. Fine tannins. 17 points" jancisrobinson.com (MH)------"Once again there is very good ripeness to the notes of poached plum, dark berry liqueur and more prominent earth and game wisps. There is very good volume to the dense, delicious and palate soaking big-bodied flavors that deliver very fine length on the robust, powerful, rustic and built-to-age finale. Patience. Outstanding. 91-93 points" Allen Meadows' Burghound------"Black centre, peaches and dark plums on the nose, wealthy and ripe, luxurious in style, a little too much for me but it is not unbalanced for those who like the riper style. Is showing a little on the massive side today. Under 14% though. Romain had some holes dug and found a surprising depth of clay on top of the mother rock, thus holding the water supply well. Tasted: December 2021. 91-94 points" Jasper Morris MW, insideburgundy.com------"The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Pruliers 1er Cru was only slightly touched by the hail in early August. Lucky escape. The bouquet has a well-defined bouquet with dark berry fruit, white pepper and just a hint of menthol in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, quite minty towards the open and quite feisty finish. Good persistence here. Very fine. 92-94 points" Neal Martin, Vinous.com
RED 2020 1 case Tortochot - Charmes Chambertin grand cru 75cl £590 per case of 6 Tortochot
Charmes Chambertin grand cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£590 per case of 6
IB
Tasting NotesLots of complex, delicate and refined aromas of herbs, flowers and earth on the nose, contrasting with the palate which fans out and shows real depth. Mme Tortochot says this is a very elegant Charmes and it's hard not to agree. Excellent length on the finish. RKL
RED 2020 1 case Tortochot - Mazis Chambertin grand cru 75cl £960 per case of 6 Tortochot
Mazis Chambertin grand cru
2020 / 1 case / 75cl
£960 per case of 6
IB

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