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 | 94 (TA) |
Inc. GST
SG$184.47 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Reserved on the nose and even a bit obstinate on the palate, this will need time to come around. The structure is lovely with pulsating tension surrounding the robust, black fruit core. There's a woodsy, spicy undertow here, too, from the generous new oak. These oldest vines here are about 65 years old and the youngest are about 30, so the resolute concentration is no surprise. 2024-32 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 17.5 (JR) |
Inc. GST
SG$994.58 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Monopole of 7.2 ha (17.8 acres). Deep-medium cherry. Red cherries, raspberry and a little darker plum. Darker and serious, showing more classic Nuits-St-Georges typicality in the structure and the character of fruit. Firm and slightly ferrous. Very structured on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$901.93 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2022 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Forêts Saint Georges 1er Cru was also raised in 40% new oak. [Incidentally, 0.6ha will be planted with Chardonnay in 2024]. Slightly deeper in color compared to the Clos de l'Arlot, this has slightly more cohesion and complexity on the nose: dark cherries and crushed stone, a hint of wilted rose petals in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with beautifully integrated new oak, lending this a velvety veneer. It is a little plush yet with equivalent tension and a detailed, slightly piquant finish. This is an outstanding Nuits Saint-Georges from the Domaine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$356.21 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2023 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Forêts Saint Georges 1er Cru has a detailed and complex bouquet with a mixture of red and black fruit, a subtle estuarine influence and light graphite scents that surface with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with dark berry fruit. This is the most opulent and richest of the cuvées from the Domaine, attributable to the terroir. A dash of white pepper and allspice lingers on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (IB) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,114.48 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)A mid crimson colour, slightly deeper than Mont des Oiseaux. Rather more pure red fruit on the bouquet. Fine tension, medium plus bodied, more strawberry than raspberry, with an even fruit through to the finish, where the fine tannins and light acidity are in balance. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$205.90 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (92-94)The 2023 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos de l'Arlot 1er Cru has a vibrant bouquet that one might mistake for containing some stems—slightly darker fruit, with a touch of seaweed. The palate is medium-bodied with a saline entry, very well balanced and elegant in style, with a harmonious and persistent finish. Quite seductive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,279.56 |
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Vinous (96)(100% vendange entier): Bright, dark red. Very ripe but rather brooding aromas of blueberry, licorice, violet and tropical dark chocolate. Then wonderfully perfumed and precise in the mouth, conveying an impression of thickness and inner-mouth tension without weight. The stems provide another dimension without dominating the wine's fruits and flowers. A spectacular example of 2015, not yet fleshy but very dense and seductively sweet. The bracing, mounting finish goes on and on. This wine will need many years of cellaring to unfold and yet it's easier to taste today than its 2016 sibling, as are most of these '15s. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,209.07 |
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Vinous (98)The 2020 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru has an expressive bouquet with fine delineation, redcurrant and raspberry fruit, hints of candied orange peel and just a little camphor. Yet there is a discreetness that I admire, and it unfolds wonderfully in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, nicely detailed, fresh and marine-influenced. It is very harmonious; there's a very grandiose finish that lingers seductively. One of the best wines that I have ever tasted from the Domaine. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,764.12 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2016 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots includes 100% whole cluster with 50% new oak. It has a refined, elegant, mild-mannered bouquet with pure raspberry preserve, cranberry and subtle tobacco scents that unroll with aeration, though never quite delivering the opulence synonymous with the premier cru. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle but insistent grip on the entry. In some ways, the whole bunch addition lends this structure and shifts it toward, say, a Malconsorts in style (not to suggest that is necessarily a bad thing!). Linear and precise, it will require 7 to 10 years in bottle to really show its best. The bottom line is that this is one of the finest Les Suchots that I tasted in 2016. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$598.85 |
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La Pierre Ronde Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 epitomises the elegance of Burgundy's premier Chardonnay expressions. Crafted in the esteemed Côte de Beaune region, this vintage benefits from meticulously selected grapes harvested from sustainably managed vineyards. The estate's commitment to biodynamic practices ensures purity and vibrancy in every bottle. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, the wine preserves its crisp acidity and vibrant fruit profile, while subtle oak ageing in French barrels imparts a delicate layer of complexity without overshadowing its natural finesse. Tasting notes reveal luscious apple and pear nuances, intertwined with hints of citrus zest and a whisper of minerality, culminating in a clean, lingering finish. Produced by the renowned Domaine La Pierre Ronde, celebrated for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques and terroir-driven excellence, this Chardonnay promises both sophistication and remarkable balance. Ideal for pairing with seafood delicacies or fine poultry dishes, La Pierre Ronde Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 is a testament to refined Burgundy craftsmanship. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,544.50 |
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The prestigious La Pierre Ronde Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2021 is a classic expression of Burgundian mastery, emanating from the famed Meursault district in Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France. This Chardonnay-based bottle is products of meticulous viticulture and traditional winemaking methods, delivering sublime quality. Broad and intense on the palate, it has the perfect balance of acidity and minerality with ripe, sun-kissed fruit flavours and elegant, toasty undertones. Its producer, Domaine La Pierre Ronde, is renowned for its commitment to biodynamic practices and ensuring the vivid character of the terroir is distinctly captured in every glass. This vintage is a result of an exceptional growing season, with 2021 blessing us with ideal ripening conditions. Once decanted, the La Pierre Ronde Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2021 reveals its intricate layers of complexity, promising refined drinking pleasure for any discerning oenophile. A spectacular wine indeed, with impressive cellaring potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$708.39 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (TA) |
In Bond
SG$160.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)Reserved on the nose and even a bit obstinate on the palate, this will need time to come around. The structure is lovely with pulsating tension surrounding the robust, black fruit core. There's a woodsy, spicy undertow here, too, from the generous new oak. These oldest vines here are about 65 years old and the youngest are about 30, so the resolute concentration is no surprise. 2024-32 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 17.5 (JR) |
In Bond
SG$859.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Monopole of 7.2 ha (17.8 acres). Deep-medium cherry. Red cherries, raspberry and a little darker plum. Darker and serious, showing more classic Nuits-St-Georges typicality in the structure and the character of fruit. Firm and slightly ferrous. Very structured on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$774.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2022 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Forêts Saint Georges 1er Cru was also raised in 40% new oak. [Incidentally, 0.6ha will be planted with Chardonnay in 2024]. Slightly deeper in color compared to the Clos de l'Arlot, this has slightly more cohesion and complexity on the nose: dark cherries and crushed stone, a hint of wilted rose petals in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with beautifully integrated new oak, lending this a velvety veneer. It is a little plush yet with equivalent tension and a detailed, slightly piquant finish. This is an outstanding Nuits Saint-Georges from the Domaine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
SG$307.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2023 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos des Forêts Saint Georges 1er Cru has a detailed and complex bouquet with a mixture of red and black fruit, a subtle estuarine influence and light graphite scents that surface with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with dark berry fruit. This is the most opulent and richest of the cuvées from the Domaine, attributable to the terroir. A dash of white pepper and allspice lingers on the finish. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (IB) |
In Bond
SG$969.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-93)A mid crimson colour, slightly deeper than Mont des Oiseaux. Rather more pure red fruit on the bouquet. Fine tension, medium plus bodied, more strawberry than raspberry, with an even fruit through to the finish, where the fine tannins and light acidity are in balance. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted: October 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
SG$179.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (92-94)The 2023 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos de l'Arlot 1er Cru has a vibrant bouquet that one might mistake for containing some stems—slightly darker fruit, with a touch of seaweed. The palate is medium-bodied with a saline entry, very well balanced and elegant in style, with a harmonious and persistent finish. Quite seductive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,165.00 |
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Vinous (96)(100% vendange entier): Bright, dark red. Very ripe but rather brooding aromas of blueberry, licorice, violet and tropical dark chocolate. Then wonderfully perfumed and precise in the mouth, conveying an impression of thickness and inner-mouth tension without weight. The stems provide another dimension without dominating the wine's fruits and flowers. A spectacular example of 2015, not yet fleshy but very dense and seductively sweet. The bracing, mounting finish goes on and on. This wine will need many years of cellaring to unfold and yet it's easier to taste today than its 2016 sibling, as are most of these '15s. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,100.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2020 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru has an expressive bouquet with fine delineation, redcurrant and raspberry fruit, hints of candied orange peel and just a little camphor. Yet there is a discreetness that I admire, and it unfolds wonderfully in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, nicely detailed, fresh and marine-influenced. It is very harmonious; there's a very grandiose finish that lingers seductively. One of the best wines that I have ever tasted from the Domaine. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,565.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2016 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots includes 100% whole cluster with 50% new oak. It has a refined, elegant, mild-mannered bouquet with pure raspberry preserve, cranberry and subtle tobacco scents that unroll with aeration, though never quite delivering the opulence synonymous with the premier cru. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle but insistent grip on the entry. In some ways, the whole bunch addition lends this structure and shifts it toward, say, a Malconsorts in style (not to suggest that is necessarily a bad thing!). Linear and precise, it will require 7 to 10 years in bottle to really show its best. The bottom line is that this is one of the finest Les Suchots that I tasted in 2016. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$490.00 |
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La Pierre Ronde Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 epitomises the elegance of Burgundy's premier Chardonnay expressions. Crafted in the esteemed Côte de Beaune region, this vintage benefits from meticulously selected grapes harvested from sustainably managed vineyards. The estate's commitment to biodynamic practices ensures purity and vibrancy in every bottle. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, the wine preserves its crisp acidity and vibrant fruit profile, while subtle oak ageing in French barrels imparts a delicate layer of complexity without overshadowing its natural finesse. Tasting notes reveal luscious apple and pear nuances, intertwined with hints of citrus zest and a whisper of minerality, culminating in a clean, lingering finish. Produced by the renowned Domaine La Pierre Ronde, celebrated for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques and terroir-driven excellence, this Chardonnay promises both sophistication and remarkable balance. Ideal for pairing with seafood delicacies or fine poultry dishes, La Pierre Ronde Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022 is a testament to refined Burgundy craftsmanship. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,275.00 |
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The prestigious La Pierre Ronde Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2021 is a classic expression of Burgundian mastery, emanating from the famed Meursault district in Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France. This Chardonnay-based bottle is products of meticulous viticulture and traditional winemaking methods, delivering sublime quality. Broad and intense on the palate, it has the perfect balance of acidity and minerality with ripe, sun-kissed fruit flavours and elegant, toasty undertones. Its producer, Domaine La Pierre Ronde, is renowned for its commitment to biodynamic practices and ensuring the vivid character of the terroir is distinctly captured in every glass. This vintage is a result of an exceptional growing season, with 2021 blessing us with ideal ripening conditions. Once decanted, the La Pierre Ronde Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2021 reveals its intricate layers of complexity, promising refined drinking pleasure for any discerning oenophile. A spectacular wine indeed, with impressive cellaring potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$640.00 |
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