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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Impeccably embodying the magnificence of Burgundian elegance, the Arnaud Baillot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2020 is a paragon of superior vinification. As the masterpiece of benighted wine enthusiast Arnaud Baillot, this Bourgogne Chardonnay is meticulously crafted, reflecting meticulous attention to detail applied throughout its creation. Born from the prestigious terra of the Côte de Beaune region in France, the lush vineyards are renowned for producing Chardonnays with sublime balance and complexity.
The 2020 vintage exhibits a delightful mingle of minerality and acidity, imbued with aromas of jubilant orchard fruits and delicate floral undertones. A careful oak maturation process enhances the wine's depth without compromising its refreshing character. As a testament to Baillot's commitment to crafting impeccable wines, each grape is hand-harvested ensuring only the finest fruit translates into this unrivalled gem. Bursting with vivacious flavours and elegance, the Arnaud Baillot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2020 is truly the epitome of fine wine appreciation.
HK$1,365.00 -
(2x75cl) 2013Immerse your senses in the splendid Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013, a gem from the feted soils of Burgundy. Crafted by meticulous vintner, Arnaud Ente, respected globally for his dedication to terroir-expressive wines. This Aligoté uses grapes meticulously handpicked from vineyards with diverse soil types. Their vinification in old oak barrels bestows a rich, textured palate laced with melon, citrus and floral undertones.
The wine's notable minerality reflects its birthplace, offering a captivating tension between freshness and depth. Arnaud Ente's precise viticulture and traditional vinification practices ensure this Bourgogne Aligoté's potential for graceful ageing, unfolding layers of complexity with every year. Subtle oak integration results in a wine that's beautifully balanced, with the vivacious acidity of Aligoté grape extraordinarily intact.
Indulge in Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013 – a remarkable testimonial for Aligoté's potential to yield extraordinary wines when nurtured with passion and respect. It's less a wine, more an experience.
HK$8,065.00 -
(2x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (89+)
Arnaud Ente's 2015 Bourgogne Aligoté offers up aromas of crisp yellow orchard fruit, blanched almond and honeysuckle—the prelude to a medium-bodied, bright and vibrant wine, with succulent acids, lovely extract and almost crystalline purity. This bottling hails from old vines planted in the commune of Meursault and is routinely one of the finest examples of this variety to be found in all the Côte d'Or. Indeed, while Aligoté is seldom cellared, this will really blossom with a few years' sleep: the 2008, for example, is at the peak of its powers today.HK$6,660.00 -
(2x75cl) 2016Vinous (88)
This was followed by the 2016 Bourgogne Aligoté from Domaine Arnaud Ente. “Best wine in the range?” I half-jested, in praise of Ente’s Aligoté rather than disparaging his Chardonnays. Pale silvery in hue, it offers attractive scents of white flowers and apricot blossom, linden and hints of lemon verbena. The palate is well balanced, although I would have liked a little more tension toward the stem-ginger-tinged finish, which I felt was a little “woolly.”HK$6,990.00 -
(2x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (87)
The 2015 Bourgogne Blanc from Arnaud Ente is initially quite reduced, so decanting is advised if you're drinking this young, but with time in the glass a pretty bouquet of apple, pear and iodine begins to take shape. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, sappy and succulent, with more richness and texture than the Aligoté but without its intensity and purity. This would score higher if it weren't for the overt reduction. Ente's constantly delicious Bourgogne Blanc comes from young vines (a portion in the commune of Puligny, planted in 2002, and the rest in the commune of Meursault, planted in 2012), but while it commands a premium over his Aligoté, I tend to prefer the latter.HK$6,660.00 -
(2x75cl) 2016Immerse in the world of fine wine with the illustrious Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016. Imbued with sublime elegance and precision, this first-rate French wine hails from the esteemed vineyards of Arnaud Ente, one of Burgundy's monumental wine producers. Fermented in oak barrels and aged for an impactful 18 months, the production process is meticulous, reverenting the esteemed old-world wine-making traditions.
The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016 is characterised by a strikingly fresh bouquet, underlined by citrus notes and an alluring minerality. You'll discover an exquisite palate balance, persisting through to a tantalising, lingering finish. Arnaud Ente's mastery is unmistakable – showcasing his infamous attention to detail in viticulture and vinification to create a wine capturing the quintessence of the Burgundy terroir.
Celebrate a pivotal moment, impress a distinguished guest, or simply enjoy an evening of sophistication with the lauded Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016.
HK$6,300.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016Immerse in the world of fine wine with the illustrious Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016. Imbued with sublime elegance and precision, this first-rate French wine hails from the esteemed vineyards of Arnaud Ente, one of Burgundy's monumental wine producers. Fermented in oak barrels and aged for an impactful 18 months, the production process is meticulous, reverenting the esteemed old-world wine-making traditions.
The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016 is characterised by a strikingly fresh bouquet, underlined by citrus notes and an alluring minerality. You'll discover an exquisite palate balance, persisting through to a tantalising, lingering finish. Arnaud Ente's mastery is unmistakable – showcasing his infamous attention to detail in viticulture and vinification to create a wine capturing the quintessence of the Burgundy terroir.
Celebrate a pivotal moment, impress a distinguished guest, or simply enjoy an evening of sophistication with the lauded Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2016.
HK$12,740.00 -
(2x75cl) 2018Discover the Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2018, an exceptional vintage from one of Burgundy's most distinguished vignerons. This stunning white wine was carefully crafted in Arnaud's biodynamic vineyards, located in the heart of the Meursault region. Its flawless profile exudes the finesse and meticulous craftsmanship for which the Ente family is renowned.
The grapes are harvested by hands to maintain their quality, before undergoing a gentle pressing and fermentation in barrel. The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2018 possesses a sophisticated and palatable balance, with the refreshing tang of citrus fruits complementing hints of brioche and toasted almonds. Its lingering, mineral-driven finish completes the memorable tasting experience.
Arnaud Ente's unyielding dedication to producing France's finest Chardonnay is in full display here. Savour this quintessential expression of a classic Burgundian Blanc, demonstrating the unique terroir of Arnaud Ente's vineyards. The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2018 is truly exceptional, a tribute to the mastery of its revered producer.
HK$6,805.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019Wine Advocate (90)
Ente's 2019 Bourgogne Blanc unwinds in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, citrus zest, blanched almonds and bread dough. Medium to full-bodied, ample and elegantly textural, with racy acids and a precise, saline finish, this has turned out very well indeed.HK$12,320.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-92)
(5-Star) 44 hl/ha. Palish lemon but no need to concentrate on the colour when the bouquet is quite so adorable. So detailed, little hints of verveine, spring flowers, apple blossom, fresh fruit, then riper on the palate, a little pineapple possibly, but not over exotic and finishes more on the classic apple and lemon stratum. Persistent of course. Tasted Jan 2021.HK$12,320.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016The Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Rouge 2016 is an embodiment of true vinous brilliance, crafted by the incomparable Arnaud Ente, a renowned winemaker lauded in Burgundy. This wine originates from the esteemed vineyards of Côte de Beaune, an epicentre of fine Pinot Noir in France. Handpicked grapes, fermented using traditional methods, provide for a rich, full-bodied palate.
This wine exhibits a complexity worthy of its noble origins with an exquisite blend of fragrant red fruits, balanced by subtle mineral undertones. Made in exceptionally small quantities, Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Rouge 2016 is a rare find, radiating Mr Ente's commitment to meticulous viticulture and winemaking precision.
Embrace the experience of refined elegance as you toast with Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Rouge 2016, an offering that continues to enchant wine lovers globally. Delicate, stylish, yet vibrantly expressive, it mirrors the quiet yet confident demeanour of its creator.
HK$6,755.00 -
(1x150cl) 2005Vinous (90+)
Superripe aromas of dried fruits complicated by white flowers and a peppery nuance. Then distinctly less fleshy and generous in the middle palate than the Petits Charrons, with the peppery quality carrying through in the mouth. Markedly different in texture and style, and in need of patience.HK$27,750.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (94)
Tasted blind, this was an exceptional showing for Ente's 2015 Meursault 1er Cru La Goutte d'Or, a beautiful wine that offers up a youthfully reserved bouquet of iodine, citrus oil and white flowers. On the palate, this Goutte d'Or is full-bodied, ample and layered, with terrific cut, concentration and length, its tension and vivacity lending it considerable drama despite its reticence in other respects.HK$22,575.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96)
5 Star Wine. Very pale colour. Hyper elegant nose, impressive nervous tension, despite 13.3 alcohol and 3.15 pH, really lively, white fruit – this vineyard is really coming into its own since the vines hit 20 years old. A little touch of barrel; biscuit, but the wine is really together, beautiful texture and stretches out exceptionally well across a very long finish. Tasted: September 2018.HK$71,170.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018Wine Advocate (93)
The 2018 Meursault 1er Cru Les Gouttes d'Or mingles aromas of pear and Meyer lemon with hints of toasted almond, white flowers and fresh bread. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and precise, with lovely depth and mid-palate amplitude, its elegantly fleshy core of fruit is girdled by racy acids.HK$95,800.00 -
Vinous (89-92)
Green-tinged color. Complex aromas of lime, smoke, nut oil and charry oak. Densely packed and intensely flavored, with a strong lemony component and brisk acids making it almost painful in the mouth. But this has much more middle-palate flesh to support its firm structure than the comparatively bony regular bottling from Ormeau.HK$6,900.00 -
Vinous (89)
Subdued, pure aromas of citrus fruits and flowers. Supple, round and pure, with sweet stone fruit flavors that avoid coming off as exotic. Full, concentrated village wine with moderate complexity and good grip. (I found the 2006 Bourgogne Blanc to be pure but almost exotically ripe for a wine from Ente; the atypical sweetness of the 2006 vintage appears to have favored his Aligote.)HK$7,295.00 -
(2x75cl) 2012Vinous (90)
Pale yellow. Musky yellow fruits and gingery spices on the nose. Ripe and silky, with harmonious acidity framing the sweet peach and nutmeg flavors. A rich village wine, particularly in the context of this cellar, but I like its cut and balance. Underlying lemon and crushed stone flavors give the finish a slight youthful aggressiveness that calls for a year or two of patience. The crop level was 22 hectoliters per hectare in these parcels. Incidentally, Ente describes 2012 as a good year but a bit too rich and thick; he compared it to 2007 and 2008 in quality, adding that the '08s also had too much thickness. (But take advantage of Ente's atypically rich and concentrated 2012 Bourgogne Blanc if you spot a bottle, as this wine, made from parcels in Meursault and Puligny, will be easier to drink at the outset. I rated it 88 points.)HK$19,545.00 -
(1x75cl) 2013Vinous (92)
The 2013 Meursault Village shows just a small reduction on the nose with light grapefruit, beeswax and pressed white flower scents emerging with time. I admire the delineation here. There is a superb line of acidity that runs straight through this Meursault, spicier than I anticipated yet still youthful with veins of lime on the aftertaste. Superb. Tasted at Chapon Rouge in Dijon.HK$7,605.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 exudes graceful sophistication. Crafted in the renowned vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage was meticulously tended to by expert winemaker, Arnaud Ente, a virtuoso known for artisanal winemaking. Respecting tradition and ensuring attention to detail, this Chardonnay grape is handled with exceptional care from vine to bottle. It has an exquisite balance between acidity and richness, resulting in an opulent white wine with complex aromas of fresh green apples, citrus, and subtle touches of oak.
Every stage of production: viticulture, fermentation, and maturation in oak barrels, is executed with a philosophy of respect for nature and terroir. Unlike most wines from Meursault, Arnaud Ente's 2017 vintage has a remarkable longevity due to its structured, focused character. The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 is not just a wine, but an experience of flavours expressing the quintessence of its Burgundy roots and the distilled expertise of Ente's proficient vintner skills.
HK$6,110.00 -
(2x75cl) 2017The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 exudes graceful sophistication. Crafted in the renowned vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage was meticulously tended to by expert winemaker, Arnaud Ente, a virtuoso known for artisanal winemaking. Respecting tradition and ensuring attention to detail, this Chardonnay grape is handled with exceptional care from vine to bottle. It has an exquisite balance between acidity and richness, resulting in an opulent white wine with complex aromas of fresh green apples, citrus, and subtle touches of oak.
Every stage of production: viticulture, fermentation, and maturation in oak barrels, is executed with a philosophy of respect for nature and terroir. Unlike most wines from Meursault, Arnaud Ente's 2017 vintage has a remarkable longevity due to its structured, focused character. The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 is not just a wine, but an experience of flavours expressing the quintessence of its Burgundy roots and the distilled expertise of Ente's proficient vintner skills.
HK$17,035.00 -
The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 exudes graceful sophistication. Crafted in the renowned vineyards of Burgundy, France, this vintage was meticulously tended to by expert winemaker, Arnaud Ente, a virtuoso known for artisanal winemaking. Respecting tradition and ensuring attention to detail, this Chardonnay grape is handled with exceptional care from vine to bottle. It has an exquisite balance between acidity and richness, resulting in an opulent white wine with complex aromas of fresh green apples, citrus, and subtle touches of oak.
Every stage of production: viticulture, fermentation, and maturation in oak barrels, is executed with a philosophy of respect for nature and terroir. Unlike most wines from Meursault, Arnaud Ente's 2017 vintage has a remarkable longevity due to its structured, focused character. The Arnaud Ente Meursault 2017 is not just a wine, but an experience of flavours expressing the quintessence of its Burgundy roots and the distilled expertise of Ente's proficient vintner skills.
HK$33,435.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
Pale clear colour. A gentle fresh apple nose, this has notable tension on the palate, not a rich, ripe rounded Meursault – but that is not the intention anyway. The attack suggests that this is only just ripe, but the finish indicates that it was picked at a very good moment, otherwise you wouldn’t have this length of flavour. Fine tension to finish.HK$9,130.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
Pale clear colour. A gentle fresh apple nose, this has notable tension on the palate, not a rich, ripe rounded Meursault – but that is not the intention anyway. The attack suggests that this is only just ripe, but the finish indicates that it was picked at a very good moment, otherwise you wouldn’t have this length of flavour. Fine tension to finish.HK$4,115.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-93)
Pale clear colour. A gentle fresh apple nose, this has notable tension on the palate, not a rich, ripe rounded Meursault – but that is not the intention anyway. The attack suggests that this is only just ripe, but the finish indicates that it was picked at a very good moment, otherwise you wouldn’t have this length of flavour. Fine tension to finish.HK$32,200.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019Emerging from the esteemed cellars of one of Burgundy's most revered vignerons, the Arnaud Ente Meursault 2019 exemplifies French craftsmanship at its finest. With meticulous care, Arnaud Ente cultivated Chardonnay from his low-yielding, old vines located in the premium Meursault commune. Such a cherished terroir, framed by chalky soils and a temperate climate, ensures this 2019 vintage's impeccable balance and profound complexity.
Harvested manually and vinified with a judicious use of new oak, Arnaud Ente Meursault 2019 triumphs as a true reflection of its terroir. It unveils an intense bouquet of ripe orchard fruit, honey, white flowers, and delicate minerality, seducing both the nose and palate. Boasting a full-bodied richness enveloped by bright acidity, this wine finishes with a persistent length on the palate. Assured to evolve beautifully with careful cellaring, Arnaud Ente Meursault 2019 remains a choice acquisition for the discerning oenophile.
HK$40,135.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Wine Advocate (90)
The 2018 Meursault Village opens in the glass with notes of crisp Anjou pear, white flowers, mandarin oil, bread dough and beeswax. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, it's lively and precise, with a delicate but tightly wound core and a bright, mineral finish. As usual, this cuvée derives from two lieux-dits: En l'Ormeau on the plain (which is also the source of Ente's Clos des Ambres and Sève du Clos bottlings) and Les Casse-Têtes on the hillside, the vines having been planted in 1952-1953 and 1998, respectively.HK$36,195.00 -
(1x150cl) 2006Vinous (91)
Peach fuzz and lovely floral lift on the nose. Very ripe peach flavor shows a hint of reduction. Opulent but not exotic, even if it's a bit less complex than the 2007. Wonderfully sweet, tactile Meursault with lovely fruit.HK$14,390.00 -
(1x75cl) 2010Wine Advocate (93)
Ente’s 2010 Meursault Le Clos des Ambres is impeccable. It is also quite closed in on itself. Today, it is the minerality that dominates, but there is no denying the wine’s pedigree and sheer class. With air, the aromas and flavors become vivid, nuanced and breathtakingly beautiful. The airy, ethereal finish is the stuff dreams are made of. This is simply drop-dead gorgeous. Anticipated maturity: 2012+.HK$8,190.00 -
(1x150cl) 2011Vinous (90)
Pale straw-yellow. Much less expressive on the nose than the basic village wine, hinting at hazelnut and lees. Then fat and rich in the mouth, offering very good floral lift to the flavors of tangerine and spices. Perhaps a bit youthfully aggressive in the mid-palate today, but the finish is suave and long, with nicely delineated lemon and pineapple flavors.HK$24,745.00
