Burghound (91-94)

(from a .41 ha parcel). Reduction. The much bigger broad-shouldered flavors also possess outstanding density and power while exuding evident minerality on the precise, firm and very serious finale that delivers excellent length where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This is usually the undisputed best wine in the range but in 2022, the Perrières may well give it a run for its money.

Burghound (91-94)

(from a .23 ha parcel). Firm reduction. Here the super-fresh and vibrant medium weight flavors are not as concentrated or powerful but they are notably finer as well as more mineral-driven on the firm, serious and overtly austere finale. This possesses excellent potential but it isn’t a wine for youthful drinking.

Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)

The 2022 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Pruliers 1er Cru has a very tempting bouquet, beautifully defined and one of the purest from Grivot this vintage. There's a subtle flinty quality to the aromatics. The palate is medium-bodied with a firm structure, edgy, thanks to the slightly chalky tannins. It’s a marine-influenced Nuits Saint-Georges with a lingering, quite minerally finish. Exce

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)

Medium crimson ruby in colour. A very fine perfumed nose, with a blacker note on top of the red fruit, the touch of garrigue for which Roncières is noted, a saline touch also behind the red fruit, with some orange zest. An interesting complex wine with good length. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: November 2023.

The Jean Paul & Benoit Droin 1er Cru Chablis Mont de Milieu 2022 is a unique exemplification of the Droin family's sixth-century legacy of producing superior Chablis. Like its predecessors, it hails from the revered vineyards of Burgundy, France, renowned for their limestone-rich and fossil-heavy soil delivering nuanced minerality. This 2022 vintage continues the Droin tradition, brilliantly expressing the characteristic the terroir.

Crafted by oenologists Jean-Paul and Benoit Droin, this 1er Cru Chablis is an exquisite fusion of innovation and time-honoured practice. The wine is fermented in vats to retain the fresh, vibrant fruit notes. With a subtly complex bouquet, it is distinguished by its amalgam of white fruits, citrus notes, and firm acidity balanced by a rich, full-bodied texture. This Chablis symbolises quality and finesse, and the Jean Paul & Benoit Droin 1er Cru Chablis Mont de Milieu 2022 holds sterling appeal to the discerning wine connoisseur.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2022 Nuits Saint-Georges Aux Argillats 1er Cru has a fresh and delineated bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit, pressed white flowers and truffle. The palate is well balanced with sappy red fruit, fine tannins, nicely focused with impressive tension and mineralité on the finish. It ranks as one of Guillaume Tardy's best cuvées this year.

Effortlessly graceful, the Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Les Montmains 2022 offers an alluring fusion of tradition and innovation. Nestled in the legendary region of Chablis, Burgundy, this wine conveys the unique terroir from the prestigious Les Montmains vineyard. The Droin family’s centuries-old expertise truly gets epitomised in their winemaking process. With meticulous attention to the vine, they create offerings that are a testament to their enduring legacy.

Under Jean-Paul Droin’s guidance, the hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes are gently pressed, fermented in a combination of stainless steel and oak, then matured for twelve months to ensure impeccable flavour intensity. This 2022 vintage is an enchanting harmonisation of steely minerality, salinity, citric refreshment, and subtle floral notes. The elegantly structured palate and lasting finish make the Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Les Montmains 2022 a richly satisfying sip to behold. This wine truly embodies the soul of Chablis.

Embodying the prestigious terroir of Burgundy, the Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2022 is a statement of pure elegance. This fine wine's genesis lies in the chalky soils and exceptional microclimate of the Vaillons vineyard, allowing for a distinctive minerality and complex structure that defines Chablis. The venerable Jean-Paul Droin, a fourteen-generation winemaker, expertise is evident in the meticulous vinification process; employing a balanced blend of traditional and modern techniques, extending with a judicious ageing in oak, thus preserving the authentic Chardonnay character.

The Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2022 boasts delicate citrus and floral aromas, with a rich palate of white fruits and nuances of almond. A vibrant acidity balances the chiselled minerality, culminating in a finale of noteworthy persistence. This outstanding vintage is a testament to Jean-Paul Droin's mastery, delivering sophistication in every sip.

Dive into an exquisite taste journey with the Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros 2022, crafted by a 14th-generation vintner hailing from the renowned Droin family. This acclaimed Chablis commingles tradition and modernity, created with meticulous techniques in the Burgundy region of France. Expect a harmonious blend of freshness and richness, underlined by the minerality unique to the Vosgros terroir.

Each grape in this superb wine has been hand-picked from south-facing slopes, assuring optimal ripeness. Skilful vinification, involving temperature-controlled fermentation of the squeezed juice followed by ageing in stainless steel, results in a wine of structured elegance and intense fruitiness. On the nose, envision crisp apple, pear and citrus blossom, evolving into flavours of ripe lemon and complemented by a racy acidity on the palate.

Indulge in the exceptional Jean-Paul Droin Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros 2022, perfect for pairing with fresh seafood or light poultry dishes.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-93)

A fuller purple than either Arlot cuvée, which is as normal. The bouquet holds the promise of clean fruit at optimum ripeness, but does not deliver detail at this point. Plenty of energy here, some slightly firmer tannins, correct acidity, and then the more perfumed red berry fruit, slightly more raspberry here, returns at the back. Drink from 2030-2037. Tasted: October 2023.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)

A mid crimson colour, slightly deeper than Mont des Oiseaux. Rather more pure red fruit on the bouquet. Fine tension, medium plus bodied, more strawberry than raspberry, with an even fruit through to the finish, where the fine tannins and light acidity are in balance. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: October 2023.

Crafted with scintillating precision, the elegant Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2022 is the epitome of classic French white. Produced in the renowned vineyards of Burgundy, its pedigree mirrors excellence and tradition associated with the Louis Michel family since 1850. The hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes proffer a wine of exquisite character, with tightly-woven minerality hinting at the kimmeridgian clay-limestone terroir.

The wine's deft vinification, free from oak to retain purity of fruit and terroir expression, creates a vibrant aromatic profile. Subtle notes of citrus fruit intermingle with hints of dried honey, creating a tantalising nose. A crisp acidity on the palate is balanced with a profound depth, culminating in a protracted finish that reveals the longevity of this splendid offering.

Indulge in the Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2022, a true gem of Chablis, encapsulating virginity and complexity of Burgundy's best Chardonnay.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)

One new barrel in two, 80% whole bunch vinification. Mid crimson red. Quite a dense bouquet, even a little spicy. Brisk red, raspberry and cherry, with a fine depth of flavour and notable persistence. Some Vosne style headiness with Nuits-St-Georges depth. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: December 2023.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)

One new barrel in two, 80% whole bunch vinification. Mid crimson red. Quite a dense bouquet, even a little spicy. Brisk red, raspberry and cherry, with a fine depth of flavour and notable persistence. Some Vosne style headiness with Nuits-St-Georges depth. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: December 2023.

Burghound (90-93)

(from a .73 ha parcel of 40+ year old vines). A deft application of wood sets off the markedly ripe yet still nicely fresh nose of poached plum, black cherry liqueur and warm earth. As one would reasonably expect, there is better volume and density to the more powerful medium-bodied flavors that are at once rich and caressing before terminating in a palate soaking, very firm and sneaky long finish. Lovely and a wine that should be approachable after only 5-ish years yet easily reward a decade plus of cellaring

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)

A rich deep purple. At the moment, I am finding that the oak is playing too strong a hand, rather dumbing down the fruit which is certainly there. 45% new wood is not in itself excessive, but it makes the fruit darker and heavier. There is plenty of fruit weight here so this may be a severe rating. Drink from 2030-2036. Tasted: December 2023.

Experience the exceptional Philippe Pacalet Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Aux Argillas 2022. Hailing from the heart of Burgundy, France, this remarkable red is curated by natural wine expert, Philippe Pacalet. The winemaking process, unintervened by any chemical fertilisers or pesticides, is a homage to traditional viticulture and allows the true nature of the terroir to shine through. The vineyard where it originates, Nuits Saint Georges, is highly esteemed, a contributing factor to the wine's superb quality.

Tastefully presented in its simplistic, yet sophisticated packaging, the Philippe Pacalet Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Aux Argillas 2022 emanates a rich, ruby hue with aromas of red and blackcurrant, accompanied by distinctive, subtly spiced earthy undertones. Produced using Pinot Noir grapes, this fine wine exudes deep fruit flavours, rounded off with mild tannins, rendering an effortlessly balanced palate. The excellence encapsulated within every bottle makes for a luxurious treat, warranting the high regard assigned to it by connoisseurs worldwide.

Vinous (93-95)

The 2022 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru comes from two parcels (one in Haut Chapelot near Raveneau and the other in Montée de Tonnerre lieu-dit). The strict nose has crushed stone scents, hints of damp moss and sea cave. Very fine delineation. The palate has a penetrating entry with another killer line of acidity. It is tensile and steely with serious weight towards the grippy finish. Very sustained, this is a brilliant Montée de Tonnerre.