Vinous (92)

Pale yellow-gold. Yellow peach and spicy oak on the nose. Concentrated and nicely delineated, showing excellent thrust and framing lemony acidity to its pear, peach and mineral flavors. Conveys an impression of high-altitude freshness but this is plenty ripe for the year. Finishes rich and long. Incidentally, this bottling is now a négociant blend of three components, two of them estate. There was previously a separate domain bottling of La Garenne, but Jadot decided that that was too confusing.

Vinous (92+)

Pale, bright yellow. White peach, crushed herbs and dusty stone on the nose, plus a touch of brown spices. Surprisingly sweet, rich and pliant on the palate but with strong acidity that hasn't yet integrated with the wine's fruit. Concentrated, saline wine with a very long finish. Offers outstanding potential.

Vinous (92)

Bright, light yellow. Deeper-pitched aromas of yellow peach and honey. In a distinctly ripe style but broad and quite dry; in fact, with its superb concentration and fullness, this premier cru made for a good transition to Jadot's grand crus in my tasting. This compellingly rich wine conveys an almost marzipan-like sweetness and should give pleasure early or late. Very long on the aftertaste. As with the Combettes, the yield here was almost 90% of normal. Incidentally, Jadot did not make a Puligny-Montrachet Le Cailleret in 2016.

Vinous (91-93)

The 2017 Volnay Clos de la Barre 1er Cru (where half the vineyard was planted in 2011) has a perfumed, generous bouquet of ample ripe red cherries, wild strawberry and subtle brine-like aromas that are very well defined. The palate is ripe and fleshy on the entry, offering good depth and flesh, with layers of raspberry coulis, crushed strawberry, fig and white pepper toward the ample, persistent finish. Superb.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-94)

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

Jancis Robinson (16.5+)

Pale garnet. Friendly and sweet on palate entry with good structure. Dry finish. It’s all there to enjoy. Though it will never be a blockbuster … thank goodness! Decent length.

Vinous (89-91)

The 2017 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru is cut from a more elegant cloth than usual. The bouquet is nicely defined, offering perfumed dark cherry, cranberry and orange blossom aromas. The palate is crisp and well-defined on the entry with a fine bead of acidity, and quite linear and correct – toward the finish, I begin missing the sensuality and voluptuousness that I expect from this Premier Cru. Hopefully it will gain some weight once in bottle.

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The Aegerter Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru 2007 epitomises the pinnacle of Burgundy winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed Grands Echezeaux appellation within Vosne-Romanée, this Grand Cru benefits from the meticulous vineyards managed by the Aegerter family, renowned for their commitment to biodynamic practices. Hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes are selected for their exceptional quality, ensuring a wine of remarkable depth and complexity. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months, imparting subtle tannins and elegant structure. The 2007 vintage reveals a vibrant bouquet of red berries, truffle, and earthy undertones, culminating in a harmonious and enduring palate. Aegerter's dedication to terroir expression and sustainable viticulture is evident in every bottle, making the Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru 2007 a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking excellence.

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Vinous (93-95)

The 2011 Chambertin Clos de Bèze is endowed with serious depth, richness and power. Violets, plums, black cherries, mint and licorice all meld together in a deeply expressive, resonant Bèze. Totally alive in the glass, the 2011 impresses for the striking purity of its fruit. The 2011 Bèze is shaping up to be a beauty of a wine.

Vinous (92-94)

(one new barrel out of three and a half; from Pierre Damoy fruit): Healthy medium red. Very late-harvested aromas of ripe black cherry, red licorice and spices, complicated by nuances of honeysuckle, menthol, mint and leather. At once tightly wound and seamless, massive yet light on its feet, conveying terrific energy to its intense flavors of black cherry, raspberry and cinnamon. Finishes with suggestions of medicinal red cherry and licorice and excellent lift.

A notable embodiment of meticulous winemaking, the Alain Burguet Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Rouges du Dessus 2017 wine is a sophisticated choice for connoisseurs. Made in France's esteemed Burgundy region, this wine's essence narrates the rich story of Alain Burguet, a reputable producer known for his refined vintages and his devotion to traditional methods. Matured in Burguet's cellars, this particular cuvée hails from the prized Les Rouges du Dessus vineyard, identified for its superior terroir.

Nurturing Pinot Noir grapes organically with minimal intervention, Alain Burguet Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Rouges du Dessus 2017 bestows a rich, yet balanced profile with abundant fruit notes. The wine bewitches with an alluring nose of red berries and delicate spices, promising a tantalising experience. With an elegant finish and commendable ageing potential, this wine unequivocally exudes Burgundy's grandeur. Delve into the esoteric world of fine wines with this sublime vintage.

Embodying utter sophistication, Alain Burguet Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Rouges du Dessus 2018 originates from France's renowned Burgundy region. Esteemed vintner Alain Burguet meticulously combined traditional and modern winemaking methods to cultivate this exceptional wine. Renowned for their commitment to organic viticulture, their vineyards are tended without chemical intervention, ensuring the purest expression of the terroir.

The wine reveals intense aromas of ripe black cherries and earthy undertones, transcending into an alluring palate of red fruit tones balanced by a distinguished minerality. Its depth and complexity are a testament to the sandy limestone soils from which its Pinot Noir grapes were harvested. Well-structured with a delicately smooth texture, this wine exhibits an exquisite balance of opulent fruitiness and firm tannins, promising excellent ageing potential.

Exemplary of Burguet's consistent pursuit of excellence, Alain Burguet Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Rouges du Dessus 2018 truly is a magnificent wine encompassing the essence of Burgundy.