Louis Jadot Puligny-Montrachet 2023
86.87 GBP
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Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Maison Louis Jadot was founded in Beaune in 1859 by Louis Henri Denis Jadot. Today, the estate is in the hands of the Gagey family, who manages over 150 hectares of vineyards, producing world-famous Burgundy wines. Louis Jadot's Puligny-Montrachet is a complex and noble wine made from Chardonnay grapes from the homonymous appellation nestled between Chassagne-Montrachet to the north and Meursault to the south. Here, the vines are rooted in calcareous and clayey soils characterized by good drainage and excellent heat retention, ideal conditions for the pure expression of Chardonnay. After manual harvesting and fermentation in oak (one-third new), the wine rests on its lees for approximately 15 months. The result is a rich and vibrant wine, the perfect ambassador of this prestigious appellation and the exceptional winemaking quality of Maison Louis Jadot. In the glass, the wine takes on a brilliant straw-yellow color. Its aromatic profile is broad and fragrant, with initial fresh fruity notes followed by toasted and spicy nuances. These flavors also return vividly on the palate. The wine is rich and elegant, with a creamy texture, a pronounced acidity, and a well-defined minerality that extends into a long finish. It's perfect with fish and seafood, but its structure also makes it also a perfect partner for poultry served with mushroom sauces.
EAN: 0720167760738
Shipping Costs: 2.32 GBP
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Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Maison Louis Jadot was founded in Beaune in 1859 by Louis Henri Denis Jadot. Today, the estate is in the hands of the Gagey family, who manages over 150 hectares of vineyards, producing world-famous Burgundy wines. Louis Jadot's Puligny-Montrachet is a complex and noble wine made from Chardonnay grapes from the homonymous appellation nestled between Chassagne-Montrachet to the north and Meursault to the south. Here, the vines are rooted in calcareous and clayey soils characterized by good drainage and excellent heat retention, ideal conditions for the pure expression of Chardonnay. After manual harvesting and fermentation in oak (one-third new), the wine rests on its lees for approximately 15 months. The result is a rich and vibrant wine, the perfect ambassador of this prestigious appellation and the exceptional winemaking quality of Maison Louis Jadot. In the glass, the wine takes on a brilliant straw-yellow color. Its aromatic profile is broad and fragrant, with initial fresh fruity notes followed by toasted and spicy nuances. These flavors also return vividly on the palate. The wine is rich and elegant, with a creamy texture, a pronounced acidity, and a well-defined minerality that extends into a long finish. It's perfect with fish and seafood, but its structure also makes it also a perfect partner for poultry served with mushroom sauces.
EAN: 0720167760738
Shipping Costs: 2.32 GBP
Availability: in stock
Delivery Times: 3 working days
Condition: new
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84.58 GBP
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26.44 GBP
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Domaine Yves Girardin Chateau de la Charriere Chassagne-Montrachet Les Champs de Morjot 2023
62.06 GBP
Enjoy it now, or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant before serving. “The Fields of Morjot” is an elegant white Burgundy, made from 100% Chardonnay. It opens up with scents of white-fleshed orchard fruits, citrus, white flowers, and chalky minerality. It comes from an excellent location in the region of Chassagne-Montrachet, capable of competing with some of the finest Premier Crus in terms of quality. Château de la Charrière is owned by Yves Girardin, a member of the esteemed winemaking family with a history dating back 13 generations. The family acquired the Château in the 1960s, and Yves took over in 2003, and set about building a new cellar, while also purchasing vineyards in Pommard and Chassagne-Montrachet, expanding his holdings to 21.5 hectares in all. This Chardonnay is concentrated and powerful in the mouth, with an excellent acidic structure and hints of oak. It balances flavours of chalky minerality with zesty white fruits, toasted nuts, and a long saline finish. It is remarkably full-bodied, perfect for those who love top-class buttery Chardonnays. Before bottling, it spent up to 12 months ageing in French oak barrels. Consider pairing it with roast chicken, sharp cheese, or white fish.
Philippe Colin Chassagne Montrachet Les Chenevottes 2023
106.16 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Serve chilled. Philippe Colin set up his winery in the industrial zone of Chassagne Montrachet where he crafts gorgeous wines from his 11.5 acres of vineyards inherited from both his father’s and his mother’s families. Robert Parker described him as “a man of few words, but that’s fine when your wines have so much to say”. Although not as well known as other Burgundian winemakers, his wines are made with meticulous attention to detail from a selection of exceptional parcels. Les Chenevottes is set on the edge of Chassagne Montrachet just across the road from the famous Le Montrachet Grand Cru. It’s a flat vineyard planted with 45-80 year old vines on heavy clay soils which retain plenty of water. Like Philippe’s other vineyards, the plot is farmed sustainably with minimal use of chemicals and regular plowing. All of the fruit is harvested by hand with the young wine aged for 12 months in a mixture of standard and larger French oak barrels. Graceful and complex, this is a fantastic example of Chassagne Montrachet with vibrant notes of white peaches, citrus, and green apples mingling with hints of toast and vanilla spice. On the palate there’s a solid core of orchard fruit, a rich and creamy texture, and a long finish with a bright streak of acidity for balance. A fantastic wine to cellar for a few more years or savour now alongside grilled fish, salmon, roast chicken, or a rich cream-based pasta dish.
Marc Colin et Fils Chassagne Montrachet Margot 2023
80.28 GBP
Enjoy it now, or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant before serving. Domaine Marc Colin et Fils can be found deep within Burgundy’s vineyard-dotted landscape, in the beautiful appellation of Côte de Beaune. It is a family endeavour, founded by Marc Colin in the 1970s and continued by Caroline and Damien, his two children. From a modest yet focused collection of 12 hectares of vineyards, the estate produces a fabulous range of terroir-driven wines. For a long time, Chassagne-Montrachet has held a reputation as one of the world’s best white wines, and this example from Marc Colin is no exception. This is a stunning blend of the appellation’s most exceptional plots, made from 100% Chardonnay. It offers a precise nose with citrus aromas of lemon zest and orange, along with hints of verdant herbal tea and chalk. In the glass, the wine appears an attractive light gold. It is medium-bodied, with a velvet smooth mouthfeel and a considerable backbone of acidity, making it a great wine to enjoy with food. On the palate, you’ll find flavours of tangerine and a deep well of stone fruit. On the lingering, dry finish, a pleasant touch of salinity appears. Consider pairing it with some delicate shellfish dishes, trout almondine, or soft, triple-cream cheeses.
Marc Colin et Fils Chassagne Montrachet Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2023
48.75 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Decant for up to an hour before serving. This is a Burgundian Pinot Noir, sourced from low-lying, clay-rich soils in the commune of Chassagne-Montrachet. The region is known for its vividly coloured wines, and this one is a purple-red colour in the glass, with a sumptuous bouquet of sour cherry, gooseberry, raspberry, warm soil, and spice. Founded in the 1970s, Domaine Marc Colin et Fils is located in the sunny interior of the Côte de Beaune, spanning just 12 hectares of vineyards. Now owned and operated by Marc Colin’s two children, Caroline and Damien, the winery is perhaps better known for its range of white Burgundy, but as a mark of their skill, they create a tremendous range of red Burgundy too. The old vine Chassagne-Montrachet is sumptuous and well-rounded in the mouth, showing supple tannins and rollicking acidity. Accents of mushroom and forest floor appear on the palate, with deep notes of raspberry, red cherry, and minerality. The grapes came from 65-year-old vines, and were aged in oak for 15 months before release. The finish is long and smooth, with delicate earthy notes. Consider pairing this wine with beef bourguignon, Gruyère, or a charcuterie board.
Philippe Colin Chassagne Montrachet 2023
86.2 GBP
Cellar for up to 10 years. Serve chilled. Striking a careful balance between tradition and modernity, Philippe Colin’s superb domaine was founded in 2004 following a mutual decision with his brother to split from Colin-Deleger and seek their own individual directions. Philippe’s 11.5 hectares includes some exceptional Chassagne Premier Cru plots and some prized St. Aubin as well. Like the man himself who is reserved but incredibly talented, the domaine’s wines are renowned for their subtlety and grace with genuine purity of flavour and a distinctive minerality. Wherever possible he practices minimal intervention, allowing the natural character of the terroir and the grape variety to shine through in his masterful bottlings. Philippe’s Chassagne Montrachet opens with a fragrant nose full of white peach, honeysuckle and lemon zest underscored by gentle hints of vanilla and hazelnuts from the barrel maturation. The palate offers a voluptuous flavour profile with plenty of ripe stone fruit tempered by a fresh acidity and seasoned with toasted nuts. The fruit for this wine is sourced from prime 35-45 year old vineyards just below Chassagne’s Premier Cru plots and ages in French oak barrels for 11 months with regular lees stirring to add complexity and a creamy, full texture.
Louis Latour Chassagne Montrachet 2024
88.3 GBP
Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Founded in 1797, Louis Latour is a renowned family-run French winery that has been producing fine Burgundy wines for over two centuries. The estate owns approximately 50 hectares of vineyards in the most prestigious areas of the Côte d’Or (27 of which are classified as Grand Cru) and also purchases some of its grapes from trusted local growers. The winery, now run by Louis-Fabrice, the seventh generation of the family, is also a member of the prestigious Henokiens association, which brings together companies that have been continuously family-run for over 200 years. The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from a vineyard approximately 30 years old, planted on chalky, clayey soils in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation, south of Puligny-Montrachet. After manual harvesting, fermentation takes place traditionally in oak barrels, and the finished wine ages in medium-toasted French oak barrels (15% new) for 8 to 10 months. Louis Latour's Chassagne-Montrachet has a bright straw-yellow color with greenish highlights. On the nose, it reveals a fragrant aromatic profile with notes of stone fruit and yellow fruit, and hints of almond. On the palate, it is fresh and elegant, round and generous, with lively acidity and a long, persistent finish. Try it with seafood and goat cheeses.
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis 2023
29.58 GBP
Cellar for up to 10 years. Decanting is optional, up to 30 minutes before serving. Look for pure citrus fruits and strong minerals in the nose of this Chablis. It is incredibly clean and precise, thanks to Louis Michel & Fils' no-oaking policy. Unlike the other Chablis wines that you might see from this winery, this wine was not sourced from a single vineyard. The Chardonnay came from eight premium locations across Chablis and is intended to capture the character of the entire region. Louis Michel & Fils winery has been a vital part of Chablis since the winery's foundation in the 19th century, helping to shape that pure, mineral character that is loved across the world. These days it is managed by Jean-Loup Michel and his nephew Guillaume Gicqueau-Miche, who source their grapes from a patchwork collection of 25 hectares in the heart of Chablis. Chiming notes of citrus fruit, peach and wet stone appear on the palate. This Chablis is an attractive lemon yellow in the glass, hinting at the fresh acidity that courses through it. It also has a round, dense mouthfeel, with a certain steeliness that is typical of the region. It is recommended to let this wine age in the bottle for one year, but you can easily keep it for longer. Consider pairing this Chablis with seafood, rabbit, or white meat.
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis Premier Cru Forets 2023
40.07 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Decant or air for up to 30 minutes before serving. One of the things that makes Louis Michel & Fils so special is that from the vineyard to the bottle, their grapes never have to travel more than 2km. The winery has been immersed in the heart of the Chablis terroir since the 19th century, and it creates an incredible range of steely wines that reflect that fact. This wine is a great introduction to one of Chablis’ most interesting Premier Crus. In “Forets”, the bedrock lies extremely close to the roots of the vines - in some spots, just a few centimetres under the ground. This gifts the wine with a rich minerality and that unmistakable gunflint note which has become highly sought after across the world. Rich and spicy fruit aromas waft from the neck of this bottle, mingling with more delicate notes of hedgerow, raw chocolate and pepper. It contains some remarkably bold flavours for a Chardonnay and is definitely worthy of cellaring in the long term. On the palate, look for lemon, white-fleshed fruits, gunsmoke and chalk, with the slightest hint of aniseed. The finish is crisp and moreish. Consider combining this wine with a harder cheese, such as Beaufort or Comté, or any kind of seafood dish.
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis Premier Cru Butteaux 2023
40.07 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Decant or air for up to 30 minutes before serving. Since the 19th century, the family-owned Louis Michel & Fils winery has been an integral part of Chablis, helping to shape that steely character that is adored across the world. The region’s frosty winters and scorching summers make it a challenging place to grow grapes - but manager Guillaume Michel has a wealth of knowledge to draw from, and has succeeded in creating some of the finest, terroir-driven white wines that Burgundy has to offer. This wine comes from the Premier Cru of “Butteaux”, in the western half of the Montmains valley. Grapes are harvested from four different tracts of land on the precipitous slopes, before making a short 2km journey back to the cellar - where the magic happens. This Premier Cru exhibits a complex, well-rounded nose, with notes of baked apple, honey and yeast, supported by whiffs of brushy undergrowth and minerality. On the palate, this is a perfect example of unoaked Chardonnay. Glossy notes of citrus and green apple envelope the mouth from the start, followed by hints of honey and a melody of minerality - limestone, wet rock and salt. The finish is long and driven by a pleasant acidity. Pair it with delicate seafood, or lean game meat such as rabbit.
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis Premier Cru Montmain 2023
32.45 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Decant or air for up to 30 minutes before serving. Guillaume Michel has managed to masterfully capture the essence of the Chablis terroir, resulting in wines with a distinct steely character that is synonymous with the region. What sets Louis Michel & Fils apart from other Burgundy wineries is their unwavering commitment to excellence and their wealth of generational knowledge. Louis Michel & Fils has been embedded in the scenic Chablis landscape since the 19th century. They have a tremendous portfolio of vineyards, including a smattering of Premier Crus. “Montmain” is an early-ripening vineyard lying on a clay hillside, which bestows its wines with an elegant, racy character. This particular wine was sourced from 4 different parcels of land on the left bank of the Serein River. It is 100% Chardonnay, bursting with aromas of ripe, sweet citrus fruits and green-skinned apples. The palate is focused and carries no dead weight - look for lively notes of candied lemon, orange and pear, supported by a classically “Chablis” vein of minerality. You can also discover hints of almond and yeast, gained from spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The grapes spend up to 16 months in stainless steel tanks before being bottled. Serve it slightly chilled alongside an elegant fish dish or a hard cheese such as Beaufort.
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons 2023
40.07 GBP
Cellar for up to 15 years. Decant or air for up to 30 minutes before serving. If you’re searching for a wine that captures the essence of Chablis in a bottle, look no further - Guillaume Michel's winemaking philosophy is centred on the importance of terroir-driven wines. The grapes used in Louis Michel & Fils' wines are harvested from some of the most esteemed vineyards in Chablis, most of which fall within a 2km radius of the winery itself. Located southwest of the town of Chablis, “Vaillons” is one of the largest Premier Crus in the region and is frequently divided into other, smaller Premier Crus. The 129-hectare patch of land is defined by its warmer climate, its Kimmeridgian soils, and the delicate, floral and sometimes spicy character of its wines. This is a blend of several Vaillons Premier Crus, replete with scents of pear, apple, lemon, toasted nuts and hints of tobacco. It is a warm and comforting wine - typical of this specific location. On the palate, the tasting experience blossoms with strong notes of minerality, and rich, all-encompassing flavours of green apple, peach, orange and other citrus fruits. The finish is refreshing, driven along by vivacious acidity and mineral notes. Serve this wine slightly chilled, with buttery scallops, smoked trout or a cheesy snack like gougères.
Louis Latour Domaine Latour Aloxe-Corton 2023
56.9 GBP
Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Located in Burgundy, Domaine Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and remains a family-run winery, led today by Louis-Fabrice, the seventh generation of the family. With its rich history and tradition, the estate is one of the most renowned in the region, owning vineyards in some of the most prestigious Grand Crus. The Pinot Noir grapes are sourced from vineyards averaging 30 years old, planted on limestone, alluvial sand, and gravel soils in the Aloxe-Corton appellation, located around the village of the same name in the northern Côte de Beaune. After manual harvesting, fermentation takes place traditionally in open vats, and the finished wine then ages in medium-toasted French oak barrels (15% new) for 10-12 months before bottling. In the glass, Domaine Louis Latour Alowe Corton displays a clear, brilliant ruby color and a broad, elegant aromatic profile. The nose reveals notes of fresh red fruits such as cherry and raspberry, complemented by an undertone of spices and licorice. On the palate, the wine is round and fruity, with smooth tannins and a pleasant freshness. It has a medium body and a long finish that evokes delicate woody notes. Try it with Coq au Vin, pork tenderloin, or veal escalopes with mushrooms.
Louis Latour Pouilly-Fuisse 2023
35.74 GBP
Drink it now or cellar for up to 10 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Founded in 1797, Domaine Louis Latour is a renowned winery in Burgundy's Côte d'Or. For over 200 years, it has been independently managed by the Latour family, now in its seventh generation. The estate's vineyards span approximately 50 hectares, 30 of which are in Grand Cru appellations (including Corton Charlemagne, Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Chambertin). The company, which has two locations (in Beaune and Aloxe-Corton), also purchases grapes from trusted winemakers in the region. Chardonnay grapes are hand-picked from vineyards located within the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, from vines averaging 30 years old and planted on soils composed of limestone and heavy clay. After temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, the finished wine ages in stainless steel for 8-10 months. Pouilly-Fuissé by Louis Latour is an elegant and delicate wine, characterized by a bright straw-yellow color and a lively, fragrant aromatic profile that reveals notes of acacia blossoms and honeysuckle, with hints of honey and almond. On the palate, it is broad and round, with a medium body and refreshing acidity. The finish is persistent and recalls floral notes. It is the ideal wine to pair with shellfish, seafood pasta, and fresh cheeses.
Louis Latour Meursault 2023
80.22 GBP
Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant, but best to open it half an hour before service. Domaine Louis Latour is one of Burgundy's most prestigious and esteemed wineries. It has been family-run for over 200 years and is now managed by Louis Fabrice, the seventh generation of the family. The estate's vineyards span approximately 50 hectares, spread across the finest appellations of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, and the company also owns plots in Ardèche and Var. The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from vines averaging 25 years old, planted on marly limestone soils. After manual harvesting and fermentation in oak barrels, the finished wine ages in medium-toasted French oak barrels (15% new) for 8 to 10 months. The result is an elegant wine that perfectly expresses the extraordinary character of the Meursault terroir. In the glass, it reveals a bright, straw-yellow color and a seductive, fragrant aromatic profile with notes of white flowers and honey, as well as hints of peach and brioche. On the palate, it is fresh, taut, and lively, with a well-integrated acidity and a long, refreshing, and fruity finish. It is a versatile wine when paired with food. It pairs well with white fish, mussels, all seafood, and salmon tartare, but also with veal escalopes and roast poultry.
Louis Latour Vosne-Romanee 2023
101.58 GBP
Drink it now or cellar for up to 20 years. It is recommended to decant it for half an hour. Founded in 1797, Maison Louis Latour is a family-run Burgundy winery operating as a negociant-eleveur (merchant and owner). The estate, considered among the most prestigious in the region, extends across approximately 50 hectares of vineyards, over half of which are located in the grand cru appellations of the Côte d'Or. The Pinot Noir grapes are sourced from vineyards averaging 30 years old, located in the prestigious Vosne-Romanée appellation in the Côte de Nuits on clayey, ferruginous soils. After manual harvesting, fermentation takes place traditionally in open vats, and the finished wine then ages for approximately one year in medium-toasted French oak barrels (20% new). Louis Latour's Vosne-Romanée is an elegant and seductive wine that expresses all the finesse of its terroir. In the glass, it reveals an intense ruby color and an aromatic profile rich with notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, underbrush, violets, and spices, with hints of mocha in the background. On the palate, it is soft and full-bodied, fresh and concentrated with silky tannins and a smooth texture. The lively acidity creates a perfect balance. The finish is long and recalls notes of underbrush. It is perfect with beef stew with porcini mushrooms or venison in red fruit sauce.