Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)

5 Star Wine. A glowing mid crimson purple. The bouquet is enchanting with the white pepper and rose petal lift from the whole bunches, a little under half. Perfectly judged ripeness. The wine is beautifully discreet on the palate, but it is all there. Not super concentrated but detailed, precise and entirely in balance. Note: one of the ways in which Cyprien ensures a first class result with his Clos de la Roche is by marking up underperforming vines and deselecting their fruit at the picking stage. Drink from 2032-2040. Tasted: November 2023.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)

Benjamin used some whole bunch vinification, which he did not in Clos St-Denis. Fullish purple. Not yet racked so this fine Clos de la Roche will gain in purity what it already has in density. A splendid long rich finish, high class fruit throughout. A little more body than the Clos St-Denis. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)

Mid to deep crimson. Cooked strawberries on the nose. Not really cooked, crushed and peppery really. 50% whole bunches can be seen as well as the limestone aspect of the top of the hill. Almost floral, aiming at a more elegant style rather than a massive one, given the situation. But a very long finish. I was also shown an amphora version of the Corton which had a mid-crimson colour, with a dark raspberry and crushed strawberry nose. Like the Clos de la Mousse, the amphora version comes across as a bit gravelly, the tannins a little more pronounced. Scored for the main version. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted: October 2023.

Decanter (96)

This delicious white Corton has an almost Montrachet-like richness and depth of flavour, with its aromas of ripe apple, quince, cream and spice. The texture is luxurious, almost decadent, but the balanced acidity and extract carry it to an alluringly long finish. The domaine owns 0.65 hectares down the slope from Le Rognet et Corton in Ladoix that face due east; the grapes are carefully sorted, pressed as whole clusters, and fermented in cask (one-quarter new). This wine should open nicely in five years and will drink well for a further 20.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)

5 Star Wine. A glowing fresh purple. Not reduction but just a mineral flinty top note above the fruit. Sitting back on its haunches but this lack of immediacy makes it even finer. All at the back of the palate and then additional waves come through thereafter, blue fruit indeed. So subtle yet striking as well Drink from 2032-2040.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)

Rich dense purple. Gorgeously attractive if a little more restrained than the Clos St-Denis. Some of the traditional blueberry. So much in reserve. I prefer the weave of the texture here especially if keeping for the longer term. On the cusp of red and black fruit at the finish, and with excellent persistence. Drink from 2032-2040+. Tasted: November 2023.

James Suckling (97-98)

A sleeping giant! Incredibly complex structure with enormous earthy depth, the sweet fruit really coming through in the spectacular finish. Wild energy! Long term stuff, but the aftertaste is incredible.

Vinous (93-95)

The 2022 Corton Grand Cru comes from a parcel within the lieu-dit of Le Charlemagne. It has quite a serious bouquet, tightly wound. This will need time to open but is extremely well-defined with a sense of Pinot classicism. It doesn't sing 'n dance. The palate is well-balanced, the 25% new oak seamlessly integrated, building discretely towards the beautifully poised finish. This Corton might be easily overlooked, but for me, it epitomizes how far this Grand Cru has improved in recent years. Wonderful.

Delectation meets distinction in Jean Baptiste Boudier Pernand Vergelesses Blanc 2022, a prodigious potion from France's viticultural heartland. This culinary sensation, stewarded by the esteemed Maison Boudier, owes its creation to the superior vineyards of Pernand-Vergelesses. Nestled in Burgundy, these select vines yield Chardonnay grapes of exceptional pedigree, meticulously cultivated to express the region's renowned terroir.

Crafted using traditional vinification methods, Boudier's Pernand Vergelesses Blanc 2022 reveals both delicate nuances and daring complexity. Its exquisitely matured, full-bodied profile, enlivened by bright acidity and zesty mineral undertones, captivates the palate, while its fragrant bouquet unveils uplifting hints of ripe citrus and white flowers.

With Jean Baptiste's unwavering commitment to quality, this brilliant Blanc solidifies their legacy, asserting its place among wine connoisseurs' preferments. Experience how the Jean Baptiste Boudier Pernand Vergelesses Blanc 2022 splendidly bridges tradition and modernity, offering a taste of Burgundy like no other.

Indulge in the elegance and complexity of Jean Baptiste Boudier Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru Fichot 2022. This esteemed Burgundian wine hails from the noted vineyards of Pernand-Vergelesses, an emblematic wine-growing village of France. Created and bottled by Jean Baptiste Boudier, a revered artisan, this premium wine exhibits his exceptional viticultural skill and devotion.

The wine is crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, maintaining traditional winemaking techniques. The process involves meticulous hand-picking, thorough grape sorting, and extended barrel aging, yielding prodigious character and depth. Its exquisite bouquet enfolds tantalising notes of ripe berries, nuanced with earthly undertones and a delicate spice hint.

Eternally alluring, each sip delivers a harmonious balance of acidity and tannin, culminating in a long-lasting finish that intoxicates the senses. Jean Baptiste Boudier Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru Fichot 2022 indeed offers connoisseurs an unparalleled tasting experience, celebrating the harmony between land and grape.

Vinous (88-90)

The 2022 Pernand-Vergelesses Blanc comes mainly from Les Belles Filles and from contracted must. The well-defined nose has very light nougat scents percolating through the citrus fruit. The palate is well-balanced with a fresh, slightly flinty opening. Nothing complex, yet focused with a fine sense of linearity on the finish. Drink over the next 4-6 years.

The exquisite Jean-Baptiste Boudier Corton Grand Cru Les Renardes 2022 is a true treasure for the discerning oenophile. Boudier, a renowned Burgundian producer, works from the distinguished Les Renardes vineyard, nestled in the heart of the eminent appellation of Corton Grand Cru. The gifted winemaker's meticulous precision enhances the exceptional terroir.

This opulent vintage delivers an impressive bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, balanced by the vineyard's trademark earthy minerality. Matured in French oak, the wine offers a harmonious fusion of delicate sweetness with pronounced tannic structure, presaging its excellent ageing potential.

The Jean-Baptiste Boudier Corton Grand Cru Les Renardes 2022 exudes Burgundy's finesse and tradition, amalgamating it to modern winemaking exalted by the unique Grand Cru character. Savour the embodiment of Burgundy's quintessential elegance and complexity in every sip of this exquisite vintage.

Jancis Robinson (19)

Mid smudgy crimson. Stunningly vibrant aroma of red cherry and peony (winemaker Grégory Patriat suggests violets). I'd be happy to wear this as perfume. Smells intensely sweet but also tart and tangy. All that on the palate, too. Firm, dry texture, layered super-fine tannins are almost chalky. Fabulous wine. If only I could afford to drink it! I am suggesting an early start date for the drinking window because I could actually drink this now though it is sure to have a very long life.

Jancis Robinson (18)

Mid cherry red. Less open than the Vosne-Romanée just tasted. Peppery and definitely spiced with a touch of oak and stems all tangled up in the aroma. A dark beauty as it opens in the glass. So elegant, embryonic and yet refined already. Fresh, appears subtle, and it is, but it's also powerful and long.

Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)

The 2022 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru has a tightly wound bouquet with dark plum, raspberry coulis, incense and light sous-bois scents. It takes quite a few swirls of the glass to get the aromas going. The palate is medium-bodied with a structured, assertive opening. The tannins are slightly chalky, lending this Corton-Pougets edginess/nerve. Fine mineralité towards the finish yet tightly wound and almost curmudgeonly in its nascent state, this Grand Cru will demand long-term agin

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (89-91)

Mid lemon yellow. A very slight toasty note. This is fuller than the more mineral Croix de Pierre, as it gets the western sun, but that makes for a very pleasing, rounded mouthful. Drink from 2026-2031. Tasted: October 2023.

Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)

The 2022 Pernand-Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre has more detail and terroir expression than the Combottes: well-defined with crushed stone and dried yellow flowers complementing the citrus fruit. The palate is well-balanced with a waxy texture. A dash of white pepper enlivens this Pernand, which fans out nicely on the finish. One of my picks from Jadot's whites this year.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)

In foudre. Fine mid purple. The bouquet shows the cooler aspects of Pernand though this is a fine east facing vineyard. Really racy lively stuff with excellent energy behind, concentrated fresh raspberry. This should also age well even though the tannins do not spring to the fore – but there is a natural sense of balance. Drink from 2028-2034. Tasted: October 2023.