Burgundy 2022 En Primeur: Blue Skies Over Beaune, Verdant Vines In Vosne
After the unusually cold and small-yielding 2021, the 2022 vintage swung back to what we might consider the “new norm”. With an overall abundance of warmth and sunshine, timely rainfall in June and August helped to balance out any effects of the heat. Early impressions tell a story of wines in general produced with more richness and concentration than their predecessors, with the best of them retaining all important freshness and disarming equilibrium.
Jasper Morris is the first critic to release the 2022 vintage report. He praised the vintage as "bountiful and beautiful" and recommends collectors to consider cellaring the wines.
"Vintages that came to mind were 1985 for the health of the grapes, 1999 for the size of the crop and the relative consistency of quality though with a bias towards the Côte de Beaune, and 2002 – just short of top flight but a really lovely flavour profile of medium density and longevity." Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
"All other things being equal, I would recommend going large in 2022, large in the sense of a broad range because there are so many really good wines at all levels." Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur: Blue Skies Over Beaune, Verdant Vines In Vosne
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Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Romanee
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | ||||
Vinous (93)Wipe your tears because this is the last vintage of Chassagne-Montrachet La Romanée 1er Cru for now; the vines were pulled up after the harvest as production had tumbled to untenable levels, plus there was unacceptable soil erosion. The well-defined bouquet is intense with yellow plum, Mirabelle, crushed stone and wilted white flowers. The palate is very well-balanced with superb tension, focused and energetic with a saline finish. Bowing out in style. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Romanee
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93 (VN) | HK$5,225.00 | ||||
Vinous (93)Wipe your tears because this is the last vintage of Chassagne-Montrachet La Romanée 1er Cru for now; the vines were pulled up after the harvest as production had tumbled to untenable levels, plus there was unacceptable soil erosion. The well-defined bouquet is intense with yellow plum, Mirabelle, crushed stone and wilted white flowers. The palate is very well-balanced with superb tension, focused and energetic with a saline finish. Bowing out in style. |
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Burgundy | - | 92 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru has wonderful delineation and poise on the nose, real frisson, with yellow fruit, egg whites and wild peach. Love it! The palate is very well-balanced with a touch of reduction, elegant in style, perhaps needing more depth and grip on the finish. But this is very suave and nuanced. |
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Burgundy | - | 92 (VN) | HK$4,475.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru has wonderful delineation and poise on the nose, real frisson, with yellow fruit, egg whites and wild peach. Love it! The palate is very well-balanced with a touch of reduction, elegant in style, perhaps needing more depth and grip on the finish. But this is very suave and nuanced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) | HK$3,375.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)There are just two barrels of the 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Chenevottes 1er Cru, the Domaine's smallest cuvée. Ergo, it is raised in 50% new oak. This is relatively primal on the nose, yet to reveal its personality. Yet, there is plenty of concentration here with an underlying sense of tension. The palate is well-balanced, but as expected, it is oaky at the moment, and it will require 4-5 years to subsume that wood fully. I'll be cautious for the moment. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - | HK$3,375.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | - | 92 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeots 1er Cru has a terroir-driven, minerally bouquet with crushed stone filtering through the orchard fruit and subtle hazelnut and litchi scents developing in the glass. The palate is well-balanced, perhaps just a little conservative/timid at the moment, precise yet bashful. Hints of rose water and peach skin towards the finish. One of the prettiest cuvées from Fontaine-Gagnard this year. |
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Burgundy | - | 92 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeots 1er Cru has a terroir-driven, minerally bouquet with crushed stone filtering through the orchard fruit and subtle hazelnut and litchi scents developing in the glass. The palate is well-balanced, perhaps just a little conservative/timid at the moment, precise yet bashful. Hints of rose water and peach skin towards the finish. One of the prettiest cuvées from Fontaine-Gagnard this year. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88 (VN) | HK$2,235.00 | |||||
Vinous (88)The 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Village is matured in 20% new oak. It has a generous bouquet with orchard fruit, touches of almond and patisserie. It will require a couple of years to absorb the oak. The palate is well-balanced, with a fine bead of acidity countering the richness, though it needs to muster a little more complexity on the finish. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Criots-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(1x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 94-96 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | ||||
Vinous (94-96)The 2022 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a terse, stony bouquet with touches of granite, orange pith and grilled walnut aromas that gradually gather momentum in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced, with a reductive note lending tension and poise. Surfeit with energy, this fans out wonderfully and is one of the longest in the mouth. Due to be bottled next spring, this is a magnificent Criots. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Criots-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 94-96 (VN) | HK$6,895.00 | ||||
Vinous (94-96)The 2022 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a terse, stony bouquet with touches of granite, orange pith and grilled walnut aromas that gradually gather momentum in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced, with a reductive note lending tension and poise. Surfeit with energy, this fans out wonderfully and is one of the longest in the mouth. Due to be bottled next spring, this is a magnificent Criots. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Le Montrachet Grand Cru
(1x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 95-97 (VN) | HK$9,587.60 | ||||
Vinous (95-97)The 2022 Montrachet Grand Cru is the only cuvée in two one-year-old barrels. I don't think it needs new oak. There is real energy and complexity here, orange pith and lemon verbena, touches of lemon curd. The palate is beautifully balanced with great depth and power, far more than the Bâtard-Montrachet. It has a beguiling length and precision, velvety smooth, with a hint of walnut on the finish. Divine. |
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Fontaine-Gagnard Le Montrachet Grand Cru
(3x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 95-97 (VN) | HK$16,845.00 | ||||
Vinous (95-97)The 2022 Montrachet Grand Cru is the only cuvée in two one-year-old barrels. I don't think it needs new oak. There is real energy and complexity here, orange pith and lemon verbena, touches of lemon curd. The palate is beautifully balanced with great depth and power, far more than the Bâtard-Montrachet. It has a beguiling length and precision, velvety smooth, with a hint of walnut on the finish. Divine. |
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Francois Carillon Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Champs-Gain
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$14,070.00 | ||||
Francois Carillon Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$17,340.00 | ||||
Francois Carillon Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Perrieres
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$19,070.00 | ||||
Francois Carillon Puligny-Montrachet
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$8,820.00 | ||||
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$10,155.00 | |||||
Francois Carillon Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$10,550.00 | ||||
Francois Legros Saint-Aubin 1er Cru En Remilly
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 90 (VN (NM)) | HK$2,385.00 | ||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (90)The 2022 Saint-Aubin Le Remilly 1er Cru comes from a limestone-rich parcel with touches of pineapple and Clementine, the 30% new oak imparting light frangipane notes. The palate is well-balanced, with a slightly tangy entry and fine acidity. It is fresh and vibrant but needs a little more mineralité on the finish. Otherwise, this is a fine En Remilly. |
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Burgundy | - | 92 (VN (NM)) | HK$2,290.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)The 2022 Saint-Aubin Murgers des Dents de Chien 1er Cru has a more complex bouquet than the En Remilly this year, demonstrating a touch more mineralité, crushed stone notes infusing the orchard fruit. Its higher elevation perhaps advantages it. The palate is medium-bodied with a nervous entry, very good raciness here that counterbalance the richness of this Saint-Aubin. The finish has very good weight, and the 30% new oak is neatly integrated. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$3,510.00 | |||||
Francois Mikulski Bourgogne Cote d'Or
(6x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | - | HK$9,587.60 | ||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$3,810.00 | |||||
The Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2022, an embodiment of elegance, is an exquisite classic from the heart of Bourgogne, France. Produced by the Duplessis family, this wine adheres to high standards of viticulture, showcasing their passion through generations. Drawn from meticulously grown Chardonnay vines planted on limestone soil, the wine unfolds the true expression of its terroir. Each bottle prizes the unique minerality and crisp acidity that traditional Chablis is famous for. Aged on fine lees in stainless steel vats to retain its vibrant freshness, the distinctive Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2022 brings harmony between power and finesse with notes of citrus, green apple and hints of oyster shell. Its poised, linear structure and prolonged finish make it an admirable offering for fine wine enthusiasts. An exemplification of the producer’s authenticity, it encapsulates the charm and character of the Chablis region. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - | HK$2,885.00 | |||||
Immerse yourself in the exquisite elegance of the Gerard Thoma Saint-Aubin 2022. This extraordinary vintage, from the illustrious wine region of Burgundy, France, is a delightful expression of the master winemaker Gerard Thoma's proficient craftsmanship. Matured in fine French oak barrels, this Chardonnay manifests a heavenly amalgamation of aromatic nuances, captivating palates with notes of crisp green apple, fragrant blossom, and subtle touches of vanilla. Harvested from vineyards with optimal exposure and mature vines' deep roots, each grape contributes its concentrated, complex flavours to the Gerard Thoma Saint-Aubin 2022. Characterised by its fantastic mineral freshness, superb texture, and a sublime, enduring finish, this wine impeccably reflects the terroir's grandeur. This extraordinary white Burgundy, produced in limited quantity, signifies the epitome of well-crafted, timeless elegance. Its excellence is amplified when paired with dishes featuring truffled cheeses or white meats. A bottle of Gerard Thoma Saint-Aubin 2022 is an experience in every sip. |
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Burgundy | 10 | - | HK$3,900.00 | |||||
Indulge in the grandeur of the remarkable Gerard Thomas Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Chateniere Blanc 2022. This delectable fine white wine hails from the prestigious Burgundy region of France, a testament to the winemaking mastery of Gerard Thomas. Grown within the Saint-Aubin appellation's best vineyards, this wine features handpicked Chardonnay grapes nurtured on limestone-clay soils, adding a distinct mineral richness. Upon the first sip, expect a fragrant nose of peach, citrus, and a hint of brioche, followed by a full-bodied, balanced palate with notes of ripe fruit and vanilla. The winemaking process involves meticulous grape selection, fermentation in oak barrels, and extended aging to achieve its distinct flavour profile and complexity. The Gerard Thomas Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Chateniere Blanc 2022 offers a mesmerising indulgence for fine wine aficionados, embodying the authentic character and elegance of the revered Saint-Aubin terroir. |
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Burgundy | 10 | - | HK$3,990.00 | |||||
A wine connoisseur's delight, Gerard Thomas Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Murgers Dents Chien 2022 is a fine specimen of Burgundy's exceptional produce. Nestled amidst the lush rolling valleys of Saint-Aubin, renowned producer Gerard Thomas utilises traditional methods coupled with modern technologies to craft their distinctive wines. This particular offering is a Pinot Noir, hand-harvested from vine-saturated limestone soils, reflecting the terroir's unique geological identity. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine encompasses an elegant balance of fruit-forward flavours harmonised with subtle earthy undertones and a touch of minerality. Oenophiles will appreciate the bright ruby colour, the notes of ripe cherries edged with spicy nuances, and its firm, well-integrated tannins leading to a graceful finish. As one of the most sought-after wines, Gerard Thomas Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Murgers Dents Chien 2022 is indeed a testament to the producer's unwavering dedication towards quality and excellence. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 93-95 (VN (NM)) | HK$2,850.00 | ||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2022 Chablis Vosgros 1er Cru takes a little more time to open on the nose than Picq's other cuvées but eventually reveals eucalyptus-tinged citrus fruit flanked by wet stone aromas. The palate is very well-balanced with a fine bead of acidity, very saline but with a countervailing, almost honeyed element keeping this on its toes. This is a brilliant follow-up to the 2021. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 89-91 (BH) | HK$1,695.00 | ||||
Burghound (89-91)Outstanding Top Value An expressive, fresh and ripe nose freely offers up its aromas of mostly white orchard fruit and floral wisps that possess plenty of classic Chablis typicity. The nicely rich and attractively vibrant middleweight flavors exude a subtle salinity on the clean, dry and sneaky long finish. This is lovely for its level and worth considering. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis Dessus Carriere
(12x75cl)
2022
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Burgundy | - | 92-94 (VN) | HK$1,995.00 | ||||
Vinous (92-94)At the moment, the 2022 Chablis Au Dessus des Carrières is stoic on the nose compared to Picq's other cuvées, despite both of us giving our glasses vigorous swirls. The palate is where the action is: great concentration and depth, hints of white peach and nectarine, the power loaded at its back end. Give this two or three years in bottle. |
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur
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Featured Producers
- Arlaud- Berthaut-Gerbet
- Clos Frantin (Altert Bichot)
- Comte Armand
- Faiveley
- Felettig
- Fontaine-Gagnard
- Guyon
- Henri Gouges
- Louis Jadot
- Jean Chauvenet
- Jean Fournier
- Jean-Marc Boillot
- Joseph Colin
- Louis Latour
- Marc Colin
- Michel Noellat
- Taupenot-Merme
- Tawse
- Vincent Girardin