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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Crafted by the renowned Domaine de Chamirey, the engaging Chamirey Mercurey Clos de la Maladiere 2020 is a refined expression of French excellence. Located in Burgundy's Mercury region, the vineyard's terroir is uniquely distinguished by marly limestone soils and an ideal mix of sunshine and rainfall. This premier cru wine is meticulously produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, handpicked from 40-year-old vines. The grapes undergo careful selection and gentle de-stemming, followed by 16-18 months maturation in oak barrels, 30% of which are new. On tasting, this 2020 vintage reveals rich red and black fruit aromas, with nuanced hints of spice and rounded tannin structure. Testament to Chamirey's commitment to sustainable agriculture, this wine is also created with utmost respect for the environment. Celebrate sophisticated sipping with Chamirey Mercurey Clos de la Maladiere 2020; a choice par excellence for connoisseurs seeking the true breadth of Burgundian finesse.
Inc. GSTSG$545.44 -
Elevate your wine collection with the distinguished Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Sazenay 2019. Cultivated in the prestigious vineyards of France's Burgundy region, this exquisite wine exhibits the meticulous winemaking expertise of Chateau de Chamirey. Harvested from a terroir enjoying optimal east-facing exposure backing onto a limestone cliff, the Pinot Noir grapes are treated to a long and controlled fermentation process to extract splendid depth of colour and deeply aromatic notes. A masterful example of a Mercurey, the 2019 vintage displays a harmony of ripe red fruit notes, brilliantly balanced with a full-bodied structure and an eloquently enduring finish. The Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Sazenay 2019 is a testament to the Chateau's profound respect for tradition, showcasing their commitment to producing richly expressive wines that truly encapsulate the essence of their origin. Savour this exceptional concoction of the earth's bounty and the wine maker's craft.
Inc. GSTSG$608.68 -
Vinous (88)
(the only one of these 2010s that was in bottle by the time of my tasting): Good bright red. Deep aromas and flavors of black cherry, raspberry, menthol and licorice. Richer and larger-scaled than the Framboisiere, showing more depth and structure. Finishes with good length. This vineyard is actually located beneath Framboisiere but its soil is redder and richer in clay content.Inc. GSTSG$2,358.54 -
Decanter (92)
Faiveley's exemplary Mercurey Premier Cru comes from a substantial six-hectare parcel that faces east on a very gentle slope. Just a little more concentrated than its La Framboisière cuvée - which is also worth buying - this is rich, sunny and full of red berry and bramble fruit with good underlying zip, fine tannins and suave 30% new wood.Inc. GSTSG$568.39 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Faiveley's 2019 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Myglands has turned out beautifully, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries and raspberries mingled with woodsmoke, loamy soil and warm spices. Medium to full-bodied, lively and charming, it's velvety and succulent, with fine depth at the core and a suave, elegant profile.Inc. GSTSG$581.47 -
Inc. GSTSG$380.85
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James Suckling (93-94)
Enticing nose of black raspberries and sour cherries. Wonderful freshness and vitality. Silky tannins for this appellation. Long, clean and bright finish.Inc. GSTSG$670.79 -
Inc. GSTSG$1,922.54 -
Wine Advocate (93)
Aromas of plums, spices, incense and soil tones, framed by a touch of toasty new oak, introduce the 2019 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy, a medium to full-bodied, layered and velvety wine that's fleshy and concentrated, with fine, powdery tannins and lively acids. This is an enveloping, gourmand wine from a 2.6-hectare parcel.Inc. GSTSG$487.71 -
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Decanter (93)
TOP VALUE This wine has a ripe, plummy fruit aroma and earthy complexity that develop on the palate. Straight and a little strict, it will still drink on release but will be better in three to five years. The grapes come from a 2.54ha holding planted in 1971 and 1982, on limestone soils exposed to the south, making this an exceptional site.Inc. GSTSG$435.35 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
From vines planted in 1982 in the sloping, southeast-facing part of Faiveley's parcel in the Clos du Roy, the 2017 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite offers up a more overtly oak-inflected bouquet of dark berry fruit, spices, incense and vanilla pod. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, with ripe acids and an ample chassis of powdery tannin framing a nicely concentrated core of fruit. This shows definite promise, but it will demand some patience.Inc. GSTSG$446.33 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Faiveley's 2018 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite has turned out brilliantly, mingling aromas of blackberries and cassis with nuances of licorice, violets and coniferous forest floor. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and concentrated, it's seamless and layered, with fine depth at the core, succulent acids and a long, expansive finish. This would embarrass plenty of wines from the Côte de Nuits in a blind tasting.Inc. GSTSG$523.70 -
Bright aromas of raspberries, crushed red plums and Morello cherries surrounded with warm spices and a touch of oak. Super texture, fine tannins and concentration, with a line of richness running through the palate. A long, textured finish with bright fruits and spice lingering.Inc. GSTSG$516.05 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
A small cuvée of some 900 bottles derived from the most steeply sloping part of Faiveley's holdings in this climat where the vines produce small, shot berries, the 2020 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite unwinds in the glass with scents of cherries, sweet plums, cocoa nib, loamy soil and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's more structured and introverted than the regular cuvée, and it will reward a bit of patience.Inc. GSTSG$573.80 -
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Vinous (89)
The 2021 Mercurey Framboisière has a pretty, airy, redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with supple red fruit, orange rind and a touch of allspice. Good, solid, fresh finish, rustic in a good way.Inc. GSTSG$1,020.02 -
Inc. GSTSG$618.47 -
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Inc. GSTSG$517.10 -
Wine Advocate (90+)
The 2017 Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasées unfurls in the glass with aromas of smoky blackberries, cassis, grilled game bird and espresso roast. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and nicely concentrated, its fine but chalky tannins largely cloaked in fleshy fruit.Inc. GSTSG$361.31 -
Regarded as the epitome of eponymous exquisiteness is the Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasees 2018. This exquisite red wine is carefully crafted by Francois Raquillet, an 11th generation winemaker, in Burgundy's esteemed Côte Chalonnaise region. Dating back to sixteenth-century, the estate’s commitment to tradition and detail is evident in each bottle.
Les Vasees 2018 is synonymous for its distinct finesse, expressing a harmony of ripe black fruits, complemented by svelte tannins and an invigorating mineral backbone. The wine is made from hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes, grown in calcareous-clay soil and matured in French oak barrels. This gentle approach ensures preservation of the elegant fruit character alongside development of a mesmerising complexity.
A wine deserving its Premier Cru status, the Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasees 2018 offers a refined drinking experience and typifies the irrefutable cachet of fine French wines.
Inc. GSTSG$385.27 -
Indulge in the classic and delicate essence of the Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021. Produced in the renowned winery, Domaine François Raquillet, in Mercurey, located in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy, France. This exquisitely refined red wine is an expression of the region's renowned terroir. Hand-harvested from fifty-year-old vines, the Pinot Noir grapes are meticulously sorted, de-stemmed and barrel-aged to embody complexity and sophistication.
Domaine François Raquillet, a family-owned winery in its eleventh generation, upholds rigorous viticulture practices, ensuring an exceptional quality in each bottle. The result is the Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021, a charismatic wine draped with aromatic layers of red and dark fruit, accented notes of spice and a long, mineral-driven finish.
The Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021 is a wine that appraises the truest form of traditional Burgundian winemaking - elegant, romantic and pure.
Inc. GSTSG$454.97 -
Flourishing in the heart of Burgundy, the Genot Boulanger Mercurey Saumonts 2019 is a testament to France's rich winemaking heritage. Born in the hands of the prestigious Genot Boulanger family, this stellar offering carries the trademarks of biodynamic practices rendered over hectares of vine-farming land. This meticulous care ensures the Pinot Noir grapes reveal their full, nuanced expressions.
The Saumonts' terroir is a cinematic stage where the drama of winemaking unfolds. Revered for its limestone and clay soils, this delightful wine exudes an invigorating minerality, beautifully layered over deep, forest fruit flavours.
2019 marks a record-breaking vintage in Mercurey, and this Genot Boulanger Mercurey Saumonts 2019 exists as a gem of that year. Rich, yet exquisitely balanced, the wine charms with woody undertones, paving the journey towards a memorable, protracted finish. Displaying great promise for cellaring, this wine is a collector's delight as it is an oenophile's indulgence.
Inc. GSTSG$940.58 -
Indulge your palate with 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022'. Proudly produced by domain Gouffier, this exceptional wine embodies the superior quality of the famed Burgundy region. Meticulously crafted from 100% Chardonnay, the Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022 displays remarkable finesse and balance. The vineyard's south-east facing exposure guarantees perfectly ripened grapes, leading to a wine that sparkles with notes of green apple, citrus, and white flowers.
Aged in 20% new French oak barrels, it evinces a voluptuous texture that complements its crisp acidity and nuanced minerality. Domain Gouffier, under the guidance of winemakers Frédéric Gueugneau and Benoît Pagot, emphasises elements of traditional viticulture while utilising modern winemaking techniques to create their stunning wines. Honouring the historic terroir of Mercurey, the 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022' is a testament to the winemaker's dedication to quality and authenticity.
Inc. GSTSG$528.00
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Crafted by the renowned Domaine de Chamirey, the engaging Chamirey Mercurey Clos de la Maladiere 2020 is a refined expression of French excellence. Located in Burgundy's Mercury region, the vineyard's terroir is uniquely distinguished by marly limestone soils and an ideal mix of sunshine and rainfall. This premier cru wine is meticulously produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, handpicked from 40-year-old vines. The grapes undergo careful selection and gentle de-stemming, followed by 16-18 months maturation in oak barrels, 30% of which are new. On tasting, this 2020 vintage reveals rich red and black fruit aromas, with nuanced hints of spice and rounded tannin structure. Testament to Chamirey's commitment to sustainable agriculture, this wine is also created with utmost respect for the environment. Celebrate sophisticated sipping with Chamirey Mercurey Clos de la Maladiere 2020; a choice par excellence for connoisseurs seeking the true breadth of Burgundian finesse.
In BondSG$441.00 -
Elevate your wine collection with the distinguished Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Sazenay 2019. Cultivated in the prestigious vineyards of France's Burgundy region, this exquisite wine exhibits the meticulous winemaking expertise of Chateau de Chamirey. Harvested from a terroir enjoying optimal east-facing exposure backing onto a limestone cliff, the Pinot Noir grapes are treated to a long and controlled fermentation process to extract splendid depth of colour and deeply aromatic notes. A masterful example of a Mercurey, the 2019 vintage displays a harmony of ripe red fruit notes, brilliantly balanced with a full-bodied structure and an eloquently enduring finish. The Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey 1er Cru Sazenay 2019 is a testament to the Chateau's profound respect for tradition, showcasing their commitment to producing richly expressive wines that truly encapsulate the essence of their origin. Savour this exceptional concoction of the earth's bounty and the wine maker's craft.
In BondSG$501.00 -
Vinous (88)
(the only one of these 2010s that was in bottle by the time of my tasting): Good bright red. Deep aromas and flavors of black cherry, raspberry, menthol and licorice. Richer and larger-scaled than the Framboisiere, showing more depth and structure. Finishes with good length. This vineyard is actually located beneath Framboisiere but its soil is redder and richer in clay content.In BondSG$2,045.00 -
Decanter (92)
Faiveley's exemplary Mercurey Premier Cru comes from a substantial six-hectare parcel that faces east on a very gentle slope. Just a little more concentrated than its La Framboisière cuvée - which is also worth buying - this is rich, sunny and full of red berry and bramble fruit with good underlying zip, fine tannins and suave 30% new wood.In BondSG$468.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
Faiveley's 2019 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Myglands has turned out beautifully, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries and raspberries mingled with woodsmoke, loamy soil and warm spices. Medium to full-bodied, lively and charming, it's velvety and succulent, with fine depth at the core and a suave, elegant profile.In BondSG$480.00 -
In BondSG$290.00
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James Suckling (93-94)
Enticing nose of black raspberries and sour cherries. Wonderful freshness and vitality. Silky tannins for this appellation. Long, clean and bright finish.In BondSG$556.00 -
In BondSG$1,645.00
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Wine Advocate (93)
Aromas of plums, spices, incense and soil tones, framed by a touch of toasty new oak, introduce the 2019 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy, a medium to full-bodied, layered and velvety wine that's fleshy and concentrated, with fine, powdery tannins and lively acids. This is an enveloping, gourmand wine from a 2.6-hectare parcel.In BondSG$392.00 -
In BondSG$312.00
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In BondSG$413.00
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Decanter (93)
TOP VALUE This wine has a ripe, plummy fruit aroma and earthy complexity that develop on the palate. Straight and a little strict, it will still drink on release but will be better in three to five years. The grapes come from a 2.54ha holding planted in 1971 and 1982, on limestone soils exposed to the south, making this an exceptional site.In BondSG$340.00 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
From vines planted in 1982 in the sloping, southeast-facing part of Faiveley's parcel in the Clos du Roy, the 2017 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite offers up a more overtly oak-inflected bouquet of dark berry fruit, spices, incense and vanilla pod. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, with ripe acids and an ample chassis of powdery tannin framing a nicely concentrated core of fruit. This shows definite promise, but it will demand some patience.In BondSG$358.00 -
Wine Advocate (93+)
Faiveley's 2018 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite has turned out brilliantly, mingling aromas of blackberries and cassis with nuances of licorice, violets and coniferous forest floor. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and concentrated, it's seamless and layered, with fine depth at the core, succulent acids and a long, expansive finish. This would embarrass plenty of wines from the Côte de Nuits in a blind tasting.In BondSG$427.00 -
Bright aromas of raspberries, crushed red plums and Morello cherries surrounded with warm spices and a touch of oak. Super texture, fine tannins and concentration, with a line of richness running through the palate. A long, textured finish with bright fruits and spice lingering.In BondSG$418.00
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Wine Advocate (93+)
A small cuvée of some 900 bottles derived from the most steeply sloping part of Faiveley's holdings in this climat where the vines produce small, shot berries, the 2020 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy La Favorite unwinds in the glass with scents of cherries, sweet plums, cocoa nib, loamy soil and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's more structured and introverted than the regular cuvée, and it will reward a bit of patience.In BondSG$469.00 -
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Vinous (89)
The 2021 Mercurey Framboisière has a pretty, airy, redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with supple red fruit, orange rind and a touch of allspice. Good, solid, fresh finish, rustic in a good way.In BondSG$817.00 -
In BondSG$508.00
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In BondSG$448.00
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In BondSG$415.00
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Wine Advocate (90+)
The 2017 Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasées unfurls in the glass with aromas of smoky blackberries, cassis, grilled game bird and espresso roast. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and nicely concentrated, its fine but chalky tannins largely cloaked in fleshy fruit.In BondSG$280.00 -
Regarded as the epitome of eponymous exquisiteness is the Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasees 2018. This exquisite red wine is carefully crafted by Francois Raquillet, an 11th generation winemaker, in Burgundy's esteemed Côte Chalonnaise region. Dating back to sixteenth-century, the estate’s commitment to tradition and detail is evident in each bottle.
Les Vasees 2018 is synonymous for its distinct finesse, expressing a harmony of ripe black fruits, complemented by svelte tannins and an invigorating mineral backbone. The wine is made from hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes, grown in calcareous-clay soil and matured in French oak barrels. This gentle approach ensures preservation of the elegant fruit character alongside development of a mesmerising complexity.
A wine deserving its Premier Cru status, the Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Vasees 2018 offers a refined drinking experience and typifies the irrefutable cachet of fine French wines.
In BondSG$300.00 -
Indulge in the classic and delicate essence of the Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021. Produced in the renowned winery, Domaine François Raquillet, in Mercurey, located in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy, France. This exquisitely refined red wine is an expression of the region's renowned terroir. Hand-harvested from fifty-year-old vines, the Pinot Noir grapes are meticulously sorted, de-stemmed and barrel-aged to embody complexity and sophistication.
Domaine François Raquillet, a family-owned winery in its eleventh generation, upholds rigorous viticulture practices, ensuring an exceptional quality in each bottle. The result is the Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021, a charismatic wine draped with aromatic layers of red and dark fruit, accented notes of spice and a long, mineral-driven finish.
The Francois Raquillet Mercurey Rouge Vv 2021 is a wine that appraises the truest form of traditional Burgundian winemaking - elegant, romantic and pure.
In BondSG$358.00 -
Flourishing in the heart of Burgundy, the Genot Boulanger Mercurey Saumonts 2019 is a testament to France's rich winemaking heritage. Born in the hands of the prestigious Genot Boulanger family, this stellar offering carries the trademarks of biodynamic practices rendered over hectares of vine-farming land. This meticulous care ensures the Pinot Noir grapes reveal their full, nuanced expressions.
The Saumonts' terroir is a cinematic stage where the drama of winemaking unfolds. Revered for its limestone and clay soils, this delightful wine exudes an invigorating minerality, beautifully layered over deep, forest fruit flavours.
2019 marks a record-breaking vintage in Mercurey, and this Genot Boulanger Mercurey Saumonts 2019 exists as a gem of that year. Rich, yet exquisitely balanced, the wine charms with woody undertones, paving the journey towards a memorable, protracted finish. Displaying great promise for cellaring, this wine is a collector's delight as it is an oenophile's indulgence.
In BondSG$756.00 -
Indulge your palate with 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022'. Proudly produced by domain Gouffier, this exceptional wine embodies the superior quality of the famed Burgundy region. Meticulously crafted from 100% Chardonnay, the Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022 displays remarkable finesse and balance. The vineyard's south-east facing exposure guarantees perfectly ripened grapes, leading to a wine that sparkles with notes of green apple, citrus, and white flowers.
Aged in 20% new French oak barrels, it evinces a voluptuous texture that complements its crisp acidity and nuanced minerality. Domain Gouffier, under the guidance of winemakers Frédéric Gueugneau and Benoît Pagot, emphasises elements of traditional viticulture while utilising modern winemaking techniques to create their stunning wines. Honouring the historic terroir of Mercurey, the 'Gouffier Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Blanc 2022' is a testament to the winemaker's dedication to quality and authenticity.
In BondSG$425.00
