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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Burgundy | 5 | 93-95 (IB) | HK$5,370.00 | |||||
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-95)70% whole bunch with minimal punch down to avoid the wine becoming too muscular. Even so, the 2023 Genavrières has a noticeably darker purple colour with ruby rim. There is possibly an even greater volume of fruit here than my usual favourite of Faconnières, with summer pudding black fruits and a fresher redcurrant note to join in. Drink from 2032-2038. Tasted Nov 2024. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) | HK$750.00 | |||||
Vinous (87-89)(from vines in Les Chenevery, Très Girard and Les Cognées, the latter site on the other side of the Route Nationale; 80% vendange entier; also harvested after the rain): Higher-pitched on the nose than the Rue de Vergy, offering scents of kirsch, violet and minerals. Juicier in the mouth too, displaying good penetration but modest flesh to its black fruit and violet flavors. The slightly drying finish hints at bitter chocolate. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$5,915.00 | |||||
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Experience the marvellous work of art that is the Lou Dumont Gevrey-Chambertin 2022. From the renowned winemaker Koji Nakada and his French wife Jae Hwa Park, this exquisite French wine hails from Gevrey-Chambertin, one of Burgundy's prestigious appellations. With vineyards perched on limestone-rich soils, it boasts the quintessential essence of Pinot Noir grapes, offering an alluring complexity. This esteemed vintage is crafted using innovative Japanese techniques that shine through in the elegance of each sip. Simultaneously, it immerses you in notes of red fruits intermingled with forest floor and spice undertones. A tasteful demonstration of harmony between modern winemaking and tradition, the Lou Dumont Gevrey-Chambertin 2022 showcases layered depth and refined tannins with a lingering finish. It is the epitome of brilliance in a bottle, the perfect pièce de résistance for your fine dining affair, ensuring an experience that flows as mellifluously as the wine itself. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - | HK$12,115.00 | |||||
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The Louis Billard Volnay 2022 is a supreme embodiment of fine French winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed Burgundy region, the Volnay appellation is highly renowned for producing wines of eloquence and profound character. With Louis Billard's family history of viticulture dating back to 1654, this rich tradition brings an exceptional depth of quality to the Volnay 2022 vintage. This intricately balanced Pinot Noir presents an aromatic profile of ripe cherry and delicate floral undertones. Hand-harvested grapes, paired with the winery's respectful and minimalistic approach, ensure preservation of the terroir's distinctive qualities in every bottle. Traditional vinification techniques are employed, including a prolonged period of colder pre-fermentation maceration, to extract intense colour and rich flavours. The Louis Billard Volnay 2022 uniquely captivates the senses with its complex palette and silky finish. It’s a true testament to Burgundy's prowess in the realm of fine wines that speaks volumes about the meticulous craftsmanship of Louis Billard. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$3,440.00 | |||||
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From the elegantly rustic vineyards of Burgundy arrives the Louis Boillot Cote De Nuits Villages Rouge 2019, a bright jewel amongst signature French reds. Capturing the authenticity of its heritage, this exquisite Pinot Noir-wrapped elixir is carefully crafted by esteemed wine virtuoso, Louis Boillot. Using a handpicked selection of grapes, it's fermented and aged in French oak barrels to accentuate complexity and depth of flavour. Celebrated for its layered aromas of cherries and wild berries, intricate hints of spice and earth with velvety tannins, this wine leaves a long, lingering finish. Emanating from the world-renowned Cote De Nuits region, it's a testament to the Boillot family's four generations of winemaking expertise and dedication to the preservation of terroir character. A remarkable sip, the Louis Boillot Cote De Nuits Villages Rouge 2019 is a true taste of Burgundian majesty that captivates the senses and enriches any wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN) | HK$8,835.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-95)(aging in 33% new oak; these vines just under Mazis-Chambertin are now 104 years old, according to Boillot): Bright ruby-red. Very ripe but youthfully brooding aromas of black cherry, licorice, menthol and stone. Then surprisingly fat, pliant and sweet in the mouth, with its dark cherry and black raspberry fruit displaying outstanding creamy depth and volume. Wonderfully rich, seamless and relaxed, finishing with utterly suave tannins and terrific length, if not yet quite the complexity of the Champonnets. But that will come with time. This wine struck me as more relaxed than Boillot's 2016s from frost-affected vines on the Côte de Beaune. A splendid Gevrey premier cru in the making. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) | HK$6,630.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-94)(from 45-year-old vines; 25% new oak): Deep ruby-red. Slightly reduced aromas of currant, iron, dried flowers and dark chocolate. Moderately thick but juicy and fine-grained, with medicinal cherry and menthol flavors complemented by a saline quality. Offers a captivating blend of subtle sweetness, pliancy and energy. Finishes quite suave, with terrific rising length. Much more about finesse than power. Boillot told me that his holding in Champonnets is virtually split into two halves, the higher one on rocky, mineral soil and the lower one on red clay. A splendid Gevrey premier cru in the making. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) | HK$5,540.00 | |||||
Vinous (87-89)The 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin reveals considerable nuance in its open, perfumed bouquet and well-articulated fruit. The finish is ethereal, feminine and simply exquisite. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (VN) | HK$8,835.00 | |||||
Vinous (88-90)(Boillot assembled eight parcels of old vines ranging from 59 to 70 years of age): Bright red-ruby. Deep, pure, youthful scents of black cherry, dark raspberry and licorice. Intensely flavored if a bit medicinal and tight, with its blackberry and violet flavors complicated by bitter chocolate and a cool herbal nuance. Aeration brought an enticing touch of sweetness and some old-vines creaminess. This serious village wine finishes with ripe, dusty tannins and good subtle persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (VN) | HK$760.00 | |||||
Vinous (88-90)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Village, a blend of eight parcels, has a slightly lean bouquet at first, although it gains a little weight with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with a pretty, tart entry. There is a fine bead of acidity here, and some abruptness right on the finish. That might well fill out during the remaining barrel maturation. |
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Burgundy | 8 | 89-91+ (WA) | HK$3,560.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (89-91+)From eight different lieux-dits and averaging over sixty years of age, Boillot's 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Village reveals aromas of red cherries, cassis and sweet soil tones, followed by a medium to full-bodied, succulent palate with fine concentration and chalky structure. It's a fine Gevrey in the making. |
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Louis Boillot Gevrey-Chambertin
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2023
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Burgundy | - | 88-91 (BH) |
HK$2,185 - HK$2,670 |
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Burghound (88-91)(exclusively from old vines of an indeterminate age located in 8 different lieux-dits, the largest of which is Le Fourneau). An expressive, cool and nuanced nose freely offers up its aromas of wild red currant, cherry and just enough earth influence to be persuasive that this is from Gevrey. The exceptionally supple, indeed even almost easy-going, flavors aren’t particularly dense but they are refreshing and vibrant before tightening up on the youthfully austere, dusty and fairly firm but not hard finish. This could use better depth so a few years of forbearance should be helpful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (VN) | HK$4,045.00 | |||||
Vinous (90-93)Bright, dark red. Tight nose hints at blackberry, black cherry, licorice and violet, along with a medicinal menthol reserve. Dense, sappy and imploded, with black fruit flavors currently dominated by rather muscular minerality. This very rich but distinctly rectilinear wine is less refined than Boillot's 2013s from Gevrey-Chambertin and its substantial building tannins will require patience. |
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