The Comte Senard Corton Grand Cru Clos des Meix 2020, from France's prestigious Burgundy region, is a testament to the timeless art of vine cultivation and winemaking. Produced by Comte Senard, a distinguished wine estate with a rich history dating back to 1857, this world-class Pinot Noir is lovingly crafted from hand-harvested grapes. Matured in oak barrels for 18 months, it encapsulates the reputable 'terroir' of the Clos des Meix parcel, located on the steep slopes of the Corton hill.

Revered for its vibrant ruby tint and expressive bouquet of red fruits, earth, and spice, it is an alluring melody of complex flavours playing in harmony. The Comte Senard Corton Grand Cru Clos des Meix 2020 offers a remarkable balance of power and elegance, complete with a lingering finish. A worthy addition to any discerning wine lover's collection, it embodies the quintessence of fine Burgundy wines.

Immerse yourself in the exquisite experience of the Comte Senard Corton Grand Cru Clos des Meix 2019. As a symbol of French wine engineering, it hails from the acclaimed vineyards of Corton in the heart of Burgundy, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Comte Senard. Renowned for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques balanced with modern understanding, Comte Senard guarantees the highest possible quality. The vineyard's limestone-rich soil lends this Grand Cru a complex mineral quality, complementing an opulent undertone of sweet berries and sophisticated notes of spices.

Matured in fine-grained new oak barrels, the Comte Senard Corton Grand Cru Clos des Meix 2019 breathes an enchanting bouquet of ripe fruit and toasted spices. Defined by its luxuriously rich texture and a lingering finish, this Grand Cru is a testament to the refined extraction and fermentation methods practised by Comte Senard. Enjoy the depth, elegance and voluptuous character of this extraordinary wine.

Emanating from the regal slopes of Corton hill in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, the Comte Senard Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru 2019 reflects the expertise of a noble lineage steeped in viticulture since 1857. This exceptional Pinot Noir-based vintage is deftly crafted with a delicate intervention, cherishing traditions of preservation and artful management aimed at expressive terroir. The hand-picked grapes undergo minimal handling, expressing a perfectly poised translation of the coveted calcareous-clay soil.

This Grand Cru 2019 seduces with a panoply of intricate flavours, its robust red berry core unravelling into complex notes of forest floor and floral grace. Expect poised tannins imparting a supple structure, and a resonating finish that seals its reputation as a paragon of Burgundian elegance. Savour the craft and legacy offered by Comte Senard Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru 2019, truly one of the venerable vinous aristocrats of France.

Vinous (90-92)

The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Clos du Château feels a little smudged by comparison to the La Colombière, offering scents of dark berry fruit plus wilted iris flowers and incense. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, plenty of rich blueberry and black fruit and fine salinity toward the finish. This exhibits excellent length but it will require 2–4 years in bottle.

Vinous (90)

Medium red, a bit pale for 2005. Wild, exotic aromas of plum, smoked meat, truffle and damp earth. Very sexy, broad and classically dry, with lovely depth and richness. Still youthfully restrained, but solid minerality gives this soil-inflected wine a freshness. Finishes with substantial dusty tannins and excellent length.

Vinous (93)

Served by Louis-Michel Liger-Belair from double magnum, the 2006 Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots 1er Cru sports a gorgeous, black cherry, sous-bois and white pepper bouquet that still feels youthful (perhaps because of the large format and provenance.) The palate is structured with fine grip, overflowing with vim and vigour. The tannins mellow towards the finish but there remains tremendous weight and sumptuousness here. Excellent. Tasted at La Paulée in Beaune.

Jancis Robinson (17.5)

Latest malo so you can still taste the wood on the finish. Rich and with lots of fine red fruits. Just a bit tough on the end.

Wine Advocate (93+)

The 2009 Vosne-Romanee Les Petits Monts comes across as rich, deep and very powerful. It boasts tons of energy and sheer texture. Sweet notes of tobacco, licorice, menthol and crushed flowers come together in the glass. Ultimately structure prevails in defining the wine’s personality. This is going to be a fun wine to taste in a few years, once the tannins have softened a bit. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2029.

Vinous (95)

The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Aux Reignots 1er Cru has another rather reduced bouquet, but there is plenty of red fruit here, touches of blood orange and hints of violet and after 20 minutes there is a palpable sense of exuberance. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, quite fleshy with fine grip and backbone. Fresh and delineated on the finish, this is a lovely Vosne-Romanée that should age well in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.