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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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$19,905.75 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$8,227.95 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,562.90 |
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Vinous (92)Rousseau's 1988 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze is deep, powerful and explosive, with a huge center of fruit and imposing concentration to match. Black cherry, plum, smoke, dried flowers, menthol, licorice and worn-in leather give the wine much of its assertive personality. Although fully tertiary, the 1988 Bèze has enough depth to drink well for another decade, perhaps longer. Next to the best wines in this tasting, the 1988 Bèze is a bit compact, but it is otherwise quite pleasing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,314.70 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,623.99 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 85 |
Inc. GST
SG$841.75 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 86 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,723.75 |
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Wine Advocate (86)PRODUCTION: 1,678 cases. This wine was spectacular from cask, but tasting it three times from bottle has been a bewildering experience. The color is a disturbingly light to medium ruby. The wine's aromatics exhibit oak, smoke, and vanilla, but little fruit. No amount of coaxing or breathing enhances the wine's bouquet, which appears to crack up with exposure to air. There is moderately high tannin and good concentration, as well as a nasty toughness, suggesting a deficiency in flesh, weight, and extraction. Although it was impressive young, it now appears to be a lightweight La Tache. Will it turn around? |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$42,765.61 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 1988 Romanée Saint-Vivant Grand Cru from Domaine Leroy was, of course, the debut vintage released under Lalou Bize-Leroy's name. Now at 28 years of age, it is probably beginning its descent from its peak in the 1990s although it continues to give drinking pleasure. Deep in color for the vintage, it offers pleasant cranberry, undergrowth, crushed violet petal and clove aromas that feel a little dimmed by the passing years. The palate is a little chunky compared to more recent vintages that I have tasted, quite tart in the mouth and conveying an almost Bordeaux-like structure on the finish that now feels a little short. Any bottles should be consumed in the near future because it is in gentle decline, albeit from a high peak. Tasted September 2016. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$61,789.00 |
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The Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 is an exquisite masterpiece of winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Bourgogne, France, Henri Jayer, the unparalleled artisan himself, crafted this sophisticated vintage, widely revered in wine circles. Harnessing traditional wine-making methods, Jayer meticulously nurtured each vine to generate a grand symphony of flavours. This Pinot Noir abounds with a rich complexity that only amplifies with age. The unparalleled terroir of Cros Parantoux bestows upon the Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 an invigorating vitality, layered with sensual, earthy undertones. Its ruby-red hue captivates the senses while the soft velvety tannins unfurl with each sip, reaching a crescendo in a vibrant, long-lasting finish. This exceptional wine is a testament to Jayer's masterful finesse and unyielding dedication to excellence. A priceless addition to any fine wine collection, the Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 is a symphony of taste, a true spectacle of the senses. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$30,503.54 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$25,864.02 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,574.04 |
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Vinous (92)Modestly saturated red with an amber edge. Wild, expressive scents of plum, leather and minerals are distinctly more evolved than those of the 1990 Vieilles Vignes bottling. Salty, suave wine with a seamless texture and a repeating leathery note to its flavors of plum, minerals and subtle dried flowers. Quite complex and perfumed in an old-fashioned way, conveying captivating vinosity. Finishes firm and long, with a fine dusting of tannins and lovely rising lift. This will still go on for a while. (13.7% alcohol with chaptalization; the last vintage made by Jean Trapet, the father of Jean-Louis; included a lot of small, late-picked millerandé grapes) |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$18,245.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$7,540.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$5,095.00 |
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Vinous (92)Rousseau's 1988 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze is deep, powerful and explosive, with a huge center of fruit and imposing concentration to match. Black cherry, plum, smoke, dried flowers, menthol, licorice and worn-in leather give the wine much of its assertive personality. Although fully tertiary, the 1988 Bèze has enough depth to drink well for another decade, perhaps longer. Next to the best wines in this tasting, the 1988 Bèze is a bit compact, but it is otherwise quite pleasing. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,115.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,480.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 85 |
In Bond
SG$764.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 86 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$6,160.00 |
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Wine Advocate (86)PRODUCTION: 1,678 cases. This wine was spectacular from cask, but tasting it three times from bottle has been a bewildering experience. The color is a disturbingly light to medium ruby. The wine's aromatics exhibit oak, smoke, and vanilla, but little fruit. No amount of coaxing or breathing enhances the wine's bouquet, which appears to crack up with exposure to air. There is moderately high tannin and good concentration, as well as a nasty toughness, suggesting a deficiency in flesh, weight, and extraction. Although it was impressive young, it now appears to be a lightweight La Tache. Will it turn around? |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$39,185.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 1988 Romanée Saint-Vivant Grand Cru from Domaine Leroy was, of course, the debut vintage released under Lalou Bize-Leroy's name. Now at 28 years of age, it is probably beginning its descent from its peak in the 1990s although it continues to give drinking pleasure. Deep in color for the vintage, it offers pleasant cranberry, undergrowth, crushed violet petal and clove aromas that feel a little dimmed by the passing years. The palate is a little chunky compared to more recent vintages that I have tasted, quite tart in the mouth and conveying an almost Bordeaux-like structure on the finish that now feels a little short. Any bottles should be consumed in the near future because it is in gentle decline, albeit from a high peak. Tasted September 2016. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$56,670.00 |
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The Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 is an exquisite masterpiece of winemaking. Nestled in the heart of Bourgogne, France, Henri Jayer, the unparalleled artisan himself, crafted this sophisticated vintage, widely revered in wine circles. Harnessing traditional wine-making methods, Jayer meticulously nurtured each vine to generate a grand symphony of flavours. This Pinot Noir abounds with a rich complexity that only amplifies with age. The unparalleled terroir of Cros Parantoux bestows upon the Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 an invigorating vitality, layered with sensual, earthy undertones. Its ruby-red hue captivates the senses while the soft velvety tannins unfurl with each sip, reaching a crescendo in a vibrant, long-lasting finish. This exceptional wine is a testament to Jayer's masterful finesse and unyielding dedication to excellence. A priceless addition to any fine wine collection, the Henri Jayer Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Cros Parantoux 1988 is a symphony of taste, a true spectacle of the senses. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$27,975.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$23,675.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$4,995.00 |
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Vinous (92)Modestly saturated red with an amber edge. Wild, expressive scents of plum, leather and minerals are distinctly more evolved than those of the 1990 Vieilles Vignes bottling. Salty, suave wine with a seamless texture and a repeating leathery note to its flavors of plum, minerals and subtle dried flowers. Quite complex and perfumed in an old-fashioned way, conveying captivating vinosity. Finishes firm and long, with a fine dusting of tannins and lovely rising lift. This will still go on for a while. (13.7% alcohol with chaptalization; the last vintage made by Jean Trapet, the father of Jean-Louis; included a lot of small, late-picked millerandé grapes) |
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