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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Burghound (90-93)
An overtly floral and markedly spicy nose is quite restrained if exceptionally pretty with its cool array of red and blue pinot fruit scents laced with hints of orange peel and herbal tea. Here too the middleweight flavors possess a lovely texture as well as a subtle minerality that adds a sense of lift to the well-delineated, balanced and dusty finish that is sneaky long. Lovely and very Chambolle in character.HK$4,435.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Burghound (88-91)
(from Les Condemennes, Les Athets and Les Babillières). A more floral-suffused nose speaks mostly of spicy red and dark raspberry scents. The supple lighter weight flavors possess an attractive mouthfeel and evident minerality that adds a sense of lift to the youthfully austere and impressively long if mildly tangy finish.HK$4,435.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022HK$5,370.00
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)
A rich full purple with a plump and stylish fruit, some violets, a generous red fruit, light tannins in place, adequate acidity. Quite a different style of wine after tasting those of Domaine Robert Sirugue, and indeed Arnaud & Sophie. Drink from 2027-2033. Tasted: December 2023.HK$5,450.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022HK$12,965.00
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(6x75cl) 2022HK$1,000.00
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Introducing the Rapet Pere & Fils Aloxe-Corton 2022, an opulent and complex Pinot Noir born from the exceptional terroir of Burgundy, France. Produced by a family-run winery with deep generational roots, this wine is the epitome of artisan craftsmanship married with time-honoured tradition. Every berry meticulously handpicked, then gently pressed, ushers in the unique, intense flavours, complemented by 18 months of patient oak barrel ageing to perfectly develop its character. This particular vintage exhibits an inviting ruby hue, and a nuanced bouquet of ripe blackberries, subtle spice, and hints of forest floor. On the palate, expect a sturdy structure, balanced acidity, and impressive tannins. The resplendent finish is long-lasting and memorable. Savour the Rapet Pere & Fils Aloxe-Corton 2022 as a celebration of vineyard virtuosity – it stands as a testament to Rapet's mastery over blending the idiosyncrasies of vines, soil, and climate into a harmonious symphony in a glass.
HK$4,375.00 -
(1x75cl) 2022HK$9,587.60
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Experience the exceptional artistry of the Soufrandiere Pouilly Fuisse Vigneraies 2022, a magnificent Chardonnay from Pouilly-Fuisse, Burgundy. The wine hails from the esteemed Soufrandiere winery, a family-run establishment bottling excellence for four generations. Crafted from hand-selected grapes, grown in biodynamic vineyards, this wine epitomises artisan French vinification. After delicate harvesting, the wine undergoes a meticulous fermentation in concrete tanks and French oak casks, imbuing it with complexity and finesse. With a soft green-gold colour, the Soufrandiere Pouilly Fuisse Vigneraies 2022 bewitches the palate, offering vibrant citrus notes, offset by opulent undercurrents of hazelnut and butterscotch. Terroir-driven minerality, subtle spice and a persistent finish, add to its charismatic allure. Savour it with creamy seafood dishes or gruyere delicacies for an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Truly, the Soufrandiere Pouilly Fuisse Vigneraies 2022 serves as a testament to the prowess of Burgundian winemaking.
HK$6,380.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
Medium deep purple, the most complex of the three. Cherry in the foreground, red berries behind. The fruit soars to the back of the palate, filling the mouth, a light but adequate acidity, and tannins which are well ripened. Then another surge of fruit to finish. Drink from 2029-2035. Tasted: November 2023.HK$9,587.60 -
(3x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)
From five plots. Fresh and quite deep purple. Not much nose at first and then some flowers emerge, including the traditional violets. There are tannins behind, this still needs to resolve, but there is plenty of wine with good acidity behind. Drink from 2028-2034. Tasted: November 2023.HK$9,587.60 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)
From five plots. Fresh and quite deep purple. Not much nose at first and then some flowers emerge, including the traditional violets. There are tannins behind, this still needs to resolve, but there is plenty of wine with good acidity behind. Drink from 2028-2034. Tasted: November 2023.HK$4,710.00
Burgundy 2022 En Primeur
We're sure you're as excited as we are to see how the Burgundy vignerons will price their wines this year, and our team are here every step of the way to help you secure your favourite wines and provide you with the best recommendations from this year's Burgundy 2021 En Primeur campaign.
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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