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 | 1 | - | HK$845.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 3 | - | HK$3,050.00 | |||||
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The Potinet Ampeau Puligny-Montrachet 2020 exemplifies the quintessential elegance of Burgundy's premier white wine region. Crafted from meticulously hand-selected Chardonnay grapes sourced from the esteemed Ampeau vineyard, this vintage showcases the terroir's finest expression. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant acidity and complex aromas, the wine undergoes a minimal lees ageing, allowing pure fruit characteristics to shine. On the nose, it reveals layers of citrus zest, white flowers, and subtle minerality, culminating in a refined palate with balanced richness and a lingering mineral finish. Produced by the renowned Potinet family, whose legacy in Puligny-Montrachet spans generations, the 2020 vintage reflects their unwavering commitment to quality and tradition. An exquisite choice for discerning connoisseurs, Potinet Ampeau Puligny-Montrachet 2020 promises both sophistication and depth in every sip. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (VN) | HK$12,180.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-94)Moderately saturated medium red. Aromas of raspberry, minerals and dried flowers complicated by torrefaction notes of mocha and coffee. Round on entry, then sappy in the middle, showing terrific crushed raspberry intensity along with saline, mocha, spice and earth notes. This very taut, energetic wine is even more backward than the Amoureuses. Really saturates the palate on the back end, finishing with outstanding smoky persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) | HK$13,550.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-93)The 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes 1er Cru has an attractive bouquet, a little earthier than Pousse d’Or’s other Chambolle Premier Crus, slightly ferrous with orange rind and a slight steely scent. The palate is sweet on the entry with tart black cherry fruit, quite saline with fine mineralité towards the finish that lingers in the mouth. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$2,830.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-90 (VN) | HK$11,700.00 | |||||
Vinous (87-90)Bright ruby-red. Wild, musky aromas of dark berries and spices come across as a bit dull. Juicy and moderately deep but rather closed today, showing more saline minerality than primary fruit. This very backward wine finishes with slightly tough tannins and a lingering salty character. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 90-92 (VN) | HK$14,865.00 | |||||
Vinous (90-92)The 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Les Groseilles 1er Cru shakes off a touch of reduction to reveal and attractive, floral bouquet with scents of mandarin that infuse the black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a rounded opening, quite fleshy underneath that carapace of tannin, grippy with a slightly tarry finish. Broody at the moment, it deserves four or five years in bottle, by then it should drink well. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - | HK$12,345.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 4 | 84-86 (VN) | HK$4,140.00 | |||||
Vinous (84-86)The 2017 Chambolle-Musigny Villages, matures in 20% new oak, has a light, slightly rustic, ferrous bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, a little pinched at the moment with an angular finish. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$5,330.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) | HK$10,290.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)Dark red with ruby highlights. Very ripe but discreet aromas of dark cherry liqueur, wild berries and licorice, plus a note of sweet spices (cumin?). Dense, bright and savory; silky and soil-driven, with saline minerality complicating the berry and spice flavors. Finishes very long and perfumed, with excellent energy for the year. This is one address where I preferred the 2011s to the 2012s. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 96 (WA) | HK$11,810.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)The 2014 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, from 0.32 hectares of vines planted in 1950 and 1951, has a much more generous bouquet compared to the Chambolle-Amoureuses, tensile red cherry and raspberry coulis scents, wet limestone and just a hint of cassis in the background. It is very Clos de la Roche, to put it prosaically. The palate is very harmonious, silky smooth and elegant. There is fine weight in the mouth, though this is more about tension and elegance, with a gorgeous, sensual, satin-like touch to the finish. This could become one of the best wines from this vineyard. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$15,110.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 3 | - | HK$3,970.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$5,835.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$15,165.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 3 | 94 (VN) | HK$11,700.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)Good dark red. Expressive, high-toned nose shows a leesy complexity to the aromas of cherry, flowers, soil and what Patrick Landanger called blood peach. The palate offers uncanny energy and perfume, with sweet fruit lifted by spices and flowers. Lovely juiciness and class here. A wonderful Corton grand cru. Landanger did a much better job timing the harvest here than he did in 2012. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - | HK$11,325.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$8,030.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2016 Pommard Les Jarollières 1er Cru has a clean and pure bouquet with black cherries, raspberry coulis and light cassis scents. The oak here is evident but nicely proportioned against the fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple blackberry and raspberry notes, just a tad on the oaky side although that will ultimately be subsumed and there is commendable harmony and length on the finish. This is very promising and ranks highly against its peers. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 5 | - | HK$6,805.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$10,530.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$1,385.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-92 (WA) | HK$8,895.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets, which is made from whole bunch fruit, has a clean and fresh, very pure bouquet that neatly disguises the stem addition. The palate is grippy, very tannic, masculine with a grainy texture, hints of bell pepper towards the huge finish that needs more flesh to balance those stems. Still, it is balanced and I am intrigued to see how this will age - this has complexity and a sense of intrigue. |
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