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 | 12 | - | HK$2,490.00 | |||||
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Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay 2020 has set the benchmark high for the vintage. Closely crafted in the world-renowned Burgundy region of France, its exquisite elegance is a testament to the meticulous process and fertile soils in which the vines are nurtured. Produced by the acclaimed winemaker Joannes Violot-Guillemard, this fine wine is born from the family's rich vinicultural heritage and relentless pursuit for perfection. This Volnay 2020 is a shining example of their expertise, boasting a delicate balance of tannins and acidity that manifests on the palate as dark cherry, blackberry, and subtly earthy undertones. Meticulously aged in French oak barrels, it exudes a spicy oak finish that lingers. With limited bottles produced, Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay 2020 is a precious gem in any discerning wine enthusiast's collection. Sophisticated, vibrant, and deeply satisfying, this wine truly embodies the spirit of Burgundy's passionate winemaking tradition. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$2,620.00 | |||||
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Exhibit a vigorous sip of Burgundy's terroir with Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, a manifestation of the philosophy of purity and expression of soil rendered by the meticulous handiwork of Thomas Bouley. Born of the limestone-clay soils of the esteemed Cros Martin vineyard, its grapes are scrupulously hand-picked, ensuring only optimal maturity. This finely crafted wine displays a harmonious confluence of black red fruits and mineral accents, stewarded by 18 months oak barrel ageing, half of which are new. With only three barrels produced each year, this wine personifies exclusivity. Joannes Violot-Guillemard, ensconced in Pommard, is renowned for biodynamic practices, depicting a reverence for nature and a profound understanding of their vineyards' micro-climates. Embrace the Joannes Violot-Guillemard Volnay Cros Martin 2021, an invitation to partake in a narrative redolent of winemaking passion, superior Craftsmanship and an intimate bond with the land. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$1,565.00 | |||||
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Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 epitomises the excellence of Burgundy’s renowned Chablis region. Cultivated in the esteemed Vaillons vineyard, this premier cru benefits from the region’s unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils, imparting a distinctive minerality to the wine. Maison Vocoret, a distinguished producer with a legacy of artisanal viticulture, meticulously harvests hand-selected Chardonnay grapes to ensure optimal quality. The winemaking process entails careful fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s fresh acidity and vibrant fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes ageing on fine lees, enhancing its complexity and texture without overpowering its natural elegance. The 2021 vintage presents a brilliant pale gold hue, with an aromatic bouquet of white flowers, citrus nuances, and subtle hints of flint. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of crisp acidity and refined minerality, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Vocoret Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2021 is an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and terroir-driven character in their fine wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (WA) | HK$5,148.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92+)There are 13,053 bottles of Domaine de la Vougeraie's superb 2017 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, representing a modest yield for this emblematic monopole. Opening in the glass with a pretty bouquet of fresh green pear, peach, mandarin oil and petrol, framed by a discreet touch of nutty new oak, the wine is medium to full-bodied, racy and precise, with a delicate and elegantly tight-knit core of fruit and a long, precise finish. As readers may know, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 13 | 92 (WA) | HK$4,910.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92)The 2018 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot has turned out nicely, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, peach, orange oil and a generous but not overpowering application of toasty new oak. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, its textural attack segues into a tangy, vibrant mid-palate, concluding with a saline finish. As readers will remember, small percentages of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc complement Chardonnay in this cuvée. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) | HK$5,205.00 | |||||
Vinous (89-91)The 2019 Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot, the 0.83-hectare monopole of the domaine, was picked three times. It was showing a bit of reduction on the nose when I visited. The rounded palate features lime cordial, tinned apricot and plenty of passion fruit and pineapple notes toward the finish. This is a delicious and seductive white Vougeot, although it is missing just a little tension and intellect overall. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) | HK$22,600.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)The 2017 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a lot of reduction on the nose that disguises the terroir; it’s difficult to peer beyond the sulfur here. The palate is dense and weighty and slightly honeyed in texture (possibly with just a bit of botrytis?). It feels harmonious toward the finish but does need to address the sulfur issue. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (WA) | HK$7,905.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92-94)Richer and more muscular than the elegant Charlemagne, the 2018 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru offers up notes of pear, citrus oil, beeswax, fresh hay and toasted nuts. On the palate, it's full-bodied, layered and fleshy, with ripe acids and chalky structuring extract. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) | HK$13,055.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) | HK$21,050.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru comes from three plots. It takes time to unfurl on the nose, eventually offering citrus fruit, popcorn and hints of Mirabelle. The palate is balanced with an attractive, slightly waxy texture. It shows fine depth with the mineralité eventually surfacing with aeration. Afford this three or four years in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (VN (NM)) | HK$8,580.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)The 2022 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is marginally deeper in colour than its peers. This feels heavily reduced, a little feral and alcoholic compared to Thomas Morey's own Bâtard. The palate is balanced with a slightly viscous entry, seemingly a later-picked Bâtard with ample concentration, though it just loses some of its precision towards the finish. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 5 | 92 (VN (NM)) | HK$22,485.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)The 2022 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is marginally deeper in colour than its peers. This feels heavily reduced, a little feral and alcoholic compared to Thomas Morey's own Bâtard. The palate is balanced with a slightly viscous entry, seemingly a later-picked Bâtard with ample concentration, though it just loses some of its precision towards the finish. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 85-87 (VN) | HK$2,935.00 | |||||
Vinous (85-87)The 2020 Beaune Blanc Village, which comes from La Montée, has a strict nose with greengage and light apply aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with decent weight, although it needs a little more definition towards the finish. Drink over the next four to seven years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) | HK$21,050.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2016 Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru was quite reduced on the nose. The palate is nicely balanced with good concentration, quite nutty and Meursault-like in style and sporting appreciable salinité toward the finish that fans out. Good potential, but give this a couple of years in bottle. I will remain cautious with my score for now. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$2,775.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)The 2017 Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has what might be called a more adventurous bouquet than the Bâtard: light sea spray scents developing in the glass, gaining intensity with subtle petrichor aromas. The precise, focused palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity and slivers of orange zest and citrus peel toward the persistent finish. I discern more potential here than in the Bâtard-Montrachet this year. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) | HK$3,230.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2018 Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has quite an intense bouquet with honeysuckle, melon, lime and a touch of corn flour. The palate is well balanced with a saline note on the entry that gets the saliva racing. Good depth, quite powerful with a lightly spiced and very insistent finish. This is very promising and a big success for Vougeraie. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 white tasting. |
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Burgundy | 6 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$3,695.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more expressive and terroir-driven on the nose compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet. The palate is well-balanced with fine poise, taut and fresh, quite spicy towards the finish with admirable length. I can see this ageing well in bottle. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$21,050.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)The 2021 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is slightly more oxidative in style compared to the Bâtard-Montrachet, with grilled walnut and a subtle flor-like scent emerging with time. The palate is balanced with a vibrant opening. It has a little more horsepower than the Bâtard-Montrachet and a spicier finish. This gains intensity in the glass and does eventually overtake the Bâtard. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (NM)) | HK$9,105.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)The 2022 Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is relatively reserved on the nose, although it does not quite deliver the minéralité of Coffinet-Duvernay's Bâtard-Montrachet. This is conservative and biding its time. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, fresh and vibrant with fine sapidity, though I am seeking more complexity and terroir expression on the finish. Give me more, you Bâtard! And it does after 20 minutes, gaining more vigour and greater depth. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (NM)) | HK$21,050.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)The 2022 Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is relatively reserved on the nose, although it does not quite deliver the minéralité of Coffinet-Duvernay's Bâtard-Montrachet. This is conservative and biding its time. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, fresh and vibrant with fine sapidity, though I am seeking more complexity and terroir expression on the finish. Give me more, you Bâtard! And it does after 20 minutes, gaining more vigour and greater depth. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting. |
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