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Crafted with meticulous precision, Roger Belland Santenay Comme Dessus 2021 is a marvellous representation of Santenay's unique terroir. Renowned for their exemplary viticulture skills since 1835, Belland has masterfully transformed hand-picked Chardonnay grapes from the esteemed 'Comme Dessus' vineyard into this sublime Burgundy white wine. It's vinified and aged for fifteen months in oak barrels, imparting a balanced texture and a crisp finish that is elegantly layered.

The Roger Belland Santenay Comme Dessus 2021 maintains a brilliant typicity, showcasing complex aromas of ripe white fruits, nuanced by stony minerals and subtle floral undertones. The texture is beautifully elegant, offering a multitude of intricate, intertwining flavours on the palate. This fine wine demonstrates Belland's skilled winemaking, capturing Santenay's distinctive character in every sip. As such, the Roger Belland Santenay Comme Dessus 2021 is no doubt a must-try to discerning wine enthusiasts exploring the riches of Burgundy.

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Experience the exquisite elegance of Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2016, a masterpiece from the heart of Burgundy’s prestigious Les Clos vineyard. Crafted exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, this vintage showcases Lavantureux’s unwavering commitment to biodynamic viticulture, ensuring each grape reaches its fullest potential. Hand-harvested and meticulously vinified in stainless steel and oak barrels, the 2016 harvest benefits from optimal weather conditions, resulting in a wine of remarkable balance and depth. On the palate, it reveals vibrant minerality, layered with notes of white peach, citrus zest, and subtle hints of flint, culminating in a long, refreshing finish. The terroir of Les Clos imparts a distinctive complexity, reflecting the limestone-rich soils and the unique microclimate of this Grand Cru appellation. Renowned for their dedication to sustainable practices and exceptional quality, Roland Lavantureux consistently delivers wines that embody the true spirit of Chablis. Indulge in this exemplary expression, perfect for discerning connoisseurs.

Experience the distinct flavour profile of Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2017. Expertly crafted in the age-old tradition of the Lavantureux family, it is produced in the heart of France's esteemed wine region of Burgundy. With vineyards sited atop the steep hill of Les Clos, this wine combines the terroir's unique mineral richness with Chardonnay's vibrant fruit purity to create an exceptional Grand Cru Chablis. The 2017 vintage is a fine testament to the savoir-faire of the Lavantureux family, presenting a perfect balance of concentrated fruit and refreshing acidity, enclosed in a framework of oak-undertones. Its complex aroma profile gives notes of white flowers, crisp apple, and precise minerality, leading to a long and elegant finish. Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2017 is a wine of great complexity and finesse, promising an outstanding expression of its prestigious appellation.

Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2018 epitomises the excellence of Burgundy’s esteemed Les Clos vineyard. Crafted by the esteemed Roland Lavantureux, this Grand Cru is nurtured in meticulously maintained biodynamic vineyards, ensuring the expression of pure Chardonnay fruit. The 2018 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, with grapes hand-harvested to preserve their integrity. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, allowing the wine to maintain its vibrant acidity and precise structure. A judicious period of ageing on neutral oak enhances complexity without masking the terroir’s distinctive minerality. On the palate, the wine reveals layers of citrus zest, white peach, and subtle floral notes, underpinned by a crisp, elegant finish. The refined balance and depth of Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2018 make it a quintessential expression for fine wine aficionados, embodying the heritage and meticulous craftsmanship of one of Chablis’ most revered producers.

Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2019 epitomises the pinnacle of Chablis excellence. Cultivated in the esteemed Les Clos vineyard, renowned for its superior limestone-rich soils, this Grand Cru showcases Lavantureux’s meticulous craftsmanship. Hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes undergo careful sorting before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine's vibrant minerality and purity. The 2019 vintage benefits from an optimal growing season, resulting in a harmonious balance of acidity and richness. No malolactic fermentation is employed, allowing the natural crispness and nuanced complexity to shine through. Matured in inert vessels, the wine retains its elegant minerality, with layers of citrus, white flowers, and subtle flinty notes unfolding on the palate. Roland Lavantureux, a respected name in Chablis, ensures each bottle reflects the unique terroir and the tradition of Grand Cru expression.