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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(3x75cl) 2014Wine Advocate (94+)
The 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Ruchottes is a real classic, opening in the glass with notes of mint, apple, pear and subtle noisette, deftly framed by a touch of reduction and new oak. On the palate, the wine approaches grand cru concentration and depth, with a velouté texture, lovely controlled amplitude and terrific definition and length. While this will only really begin to realize all its potential with 5 or 6 years in the cellar, I confess to having already enjoyed almost a case of this wine off wine lists in Burgundy; every bottle has been superb.Inc. GSTSG$2,081.57 -
(6x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (94+)
The 2016 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Ruchottes is superb, wafting from the glass with aromas of Anjou pear, iodine, tangerine oil and wet stones, subtly framed by a delicate touch of new wood. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with excellent concentration, incisive acids and a long, precise finish. This is more old-fashioned than the 2014 rendition, and if that wine resembles the domaine's 2010, this has more affinities with the 2008.Inc. GSTSG$6,609.17 -
(1x75cl) 2017Burghound (93)
Outstanding There is a vaguely phenolic character (think olive oil nuances) to the ripe mix of both white and yellow orchard fruit, soft wood and pretty spice wisps. There is excellent volume and particularly so for the vintage to the medium-bodied and exceptionally rich flavors that are at once caressing yet powerful while delivering fine length and outstanding complexity on the clean and markedly dry finale where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This youthfully austere effort is clearly built-to-age and in contrast to some of the prior wines, I would not be inclined to drink this young.Inc. GSTSG$734.56 -
(12x75cl) 2018Burghound (93)
(Outstanding) Smoky and nicely fresh aromas speak mainly of petrol, citrus blossom, spice and a discreet hint of wood influence. There is fine energy to the fluid, round and delicious middle weight flavors that possess average density but excellent punch and power before terminating in a markedly bitter lemon rind and noticeably warm finale. This is very 2018 in style as one can "feel" the sunshine and a wine that is going to need at least some bottle age to better harmonize as it seems somewhat awkward at present. With that said, the track record of this wine is so good that I wouldn't care to bet against it rounding into form with a few years of keeping.Inc. GSTSG$6,776.44 -
(12x75cl) 2019Inc. GSTSG$6,618.39 -
(1x150cl) 2019Inc. GSTSG$1,845.17 -
Inc. GSTSG$557.98 -
Inc. GSTSG$3,486.32 -
(12x75cl) 2020Inc. GSTSG$7,114.34 -
Inc. GSTSG$531.82 -
(6x75cl) 2020Inc. GSTSG$3,075.39 -
(12x75cl) 2021Inc. GSTSG$6,814.59 -
Inc. GSTSG$2,696.07 -
Inc. GSTSG$6,952.89 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. GSTSG$4,075.95 -
(6x75cl) 2014Inc. GSTSG$3,056.80 -
Inc. GSTSG$6,520.29 -
(6x75cl) 2018Burghound (90)
Here too there is just enough reduction to push the underlying fruit to the background but it's not so heavy as to obscure the fact that it's ripe with white fleshed fruit and just a touch of oak. The super-sleek, delicious and vibrant flavors are presently relatively compact on the agreeably dry finish that flashes a touch of warmth. The oak does reappear, and this is mildly awkward today so I would suggest allowing this at least a few years to integrate its wood and better harmonize.Inc. GSTSG$3,001.27 -
(12x75cl) 2019Inc. GSTSG$4,821.94 -
Inc. GSTSG$2,697.10 -
(6x75cl) 2020Inc. GSTSG$3,934.25 -
(12x75cl) 2022Inc. GSTSG$4,930.94 -
Inc. GSTSG$4,979.99 -
Inc. GSTSG$2,500.90 -
(1x75cl) 1988Inc. GSTSG$925.31 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (89-92)
Captivating nose combines white fruits, mint and menthol, lifted by powdered stone and a floral topnote. More saline than the foregoing samples, conveying a dry but round umami character and notes of minerals and menthol. Less open than the Boudriotte, with its substantial alcohol supported by flavor intensity. (13.7% alcohol)Inc. GSTSG$4,183.92 -
Inc. GSTSG$1,085.35 -
(6x75cl) 2018Inc. GSTSG$2,750.57 -
Inc. GSTSG$3,982.27 -
(12x75cl) 2020Inc. GSTSG$5,012.69
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(3x75cl) 2014Wine Advocate (94+)
The 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Ruchottes is a real classic, opening in the glass with notes of mint, apple, pear and subtle noisette, deftly framed by a touch of reduction and new oak. On the palate, the wine approaches grand cru concentration and depth, with a velouté texture, lovely controlled amplitude and terrific definition and length. While this will only really begin to realize all its potential with 5 or 6 years in the cellar, I confess to having already enjoyed almost a case of this wine off wine lists in Burgundy; every bottle has been superb.In BondSG$1,880.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (94+)
The 2016 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Ruchottes is superb, wafting from the glass with aromas of Anjou pear, iodine, tangerine oil and wet stones, subtly framed by a delicate touch of new wood. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with excellent concentration, incisive acids and a long, precise finish. This is more old-fashioned than the 2014 rendition, and if that wine resembles the domaine's 2010, this has more affinities with the 2008.In BondSG$6,010.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017Burghound (93)
Outstanding There is a vaguely phenolic character (think olive oil nuances) to the ripe mix of both white and yellow orchard fruit, soft wood and pretty spice wisps. There is excellent volume and particularly so for the vintage to the medium-bodied and exceptionally rich flavors that are at once caressing yet powerful while delivering fine length and outstanding complexity on the clean and markedly dry finale where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This youthfully austere effort is clearly built-to-age and in contrast to some of the prior wines, I would not be inclined to drink this young.In BondSG$665.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018Burghound (93)
(Outstanding) Smoky and nicely fresh aromas speak mainly of petrol, citrus blossom, spice and a discreet hint of wood influence. There is fine energy to the fluid, round and delicious middle weight flavors that possess average density but excellent punch and power before terminating in a markedly bitter lemon rind and noticeably warm finale. This is very 2018 in style as one can "feel" the sunshine and a wine that is going to need at least some bottle age to better harmonize as it seems somewhat awkward at present. With that said, the track record of this wine is so good that I wouldn't care to bet against it rounding into form with a few years of keeping.In BondSG$6,110.00 -
(12x75cl) 2019In BondSG$5,965.00 -
(1x150cl) 2019In BondSG$1,675.00 -
In BondSG$503.00 -
In BondSG$3,145.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020In BondSG$6,420.00 -
In BondSG$479.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020In BondSG$2,768.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021In BondSG$6,145.00 -
In BondSG$2,420.00 -
In BondSG$6,260.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022In BondSG$3,680.00 -
(6x75cl) 2014In BondSG$2,745.00 -
In BondSG$5,875.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018Burghound (90)
Here too there is just enough reduction to push the underlying fruit to the background but it's not so heavy as to obscure the fact that it's ripe with white fleshed fruit and just a touch of oak. The super-sleek, delicious and vibrant flavors are presently relatively compact on the agreeably dry finish that flashes a touch of warmth. The oak does reappear, and this is mildly awkward today so I would suggest allowing this at least a few years to integrate its wood and better harmonize.In BondSG$2,700.00 -
(12x75cl) 2019In BondSG$4,305.00 -
In BondSG$2,415.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020In BondSG$3,550.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022In BondSG$4,405.00 -
In BondSG$4,450.00 -
In BondSG$2,235.00 -
(1x75cl) 1988In BondSG$840.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (89-92)
Captivating nose combines white fruits, mint and menthol, lifted by powdered stone and a floral topnote. More saline than the foregoing samples, conveying a dry but round umami character and notes of minerals and menthol. Less open than the Boudriotte, with its substantial alcohol supported by flavor intensity. (13.7% alcohol)In BondSG$3,785.00 -
In BondSG$969.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018In BondSG$2,470.00 -
In BondSG$3,600.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020In BondSG$4,480.00

