Lignier-Michelot
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(6x75cl) 2017Produced in the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2017 is a remarkable specimen of fine wine. Carefully crafted by the Lignier Michelot Winery, a dominant player in the French wine industry renowned for its passion and expertise, this particular vintage offers a sublime expression of traditional craftsmanship. Created solely from Pinot Noir grapes grown on the esteemed Les Murgers plot, this 2017 vintage communicates the rich nuances of its terroir. The maturation period completed in oak barrels endows the libation with an enigmatic complexity and a dynamic interplay of flavours. Discerning palates will discover refined notes of berry fruit complemented by the alluring hint of earthy undertones, encapsulating the trademark of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Masked in a lustrous red, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2017 promises a transcendental tasting experience, capturing the sophistication and elegance of its lineage.
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(6x75cl) 2019The Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2019 is an exquisite manifestation of French viticulture. Produced by the esteemed Lignier Michelot, this wine is meticulously created from vibrant Pinot Noir grapes handpicked from Les Murgers vineyard, deeply revered amongst Burgundy's elite 1er Cru sites. This vintage, notable for its favourable growing conditions, imbues the wine with rich intensity.
Employing traditional methods, Lignier Michelot pays tribute to the distinctive terroir of Nuits-Saint-Georges. This wine extols layers of complex black cherry, raspberry, and floral notes underpinned by a beam of minerals, demonstrating a balance that gracefully holds its structural richness and bright acidity. Lengthy cellaring envisages increased nuance and complexity.
The expertise behind the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2019 is meritorious of its stature amongst connoisseurs. It truly epitomises the finesse of premium Burgundy.
Inc. GSTSG$1,001.14 -
(6x75cl) 2020Indulge in the opulent Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2020, a carefully crafted masterpiece expressing the epitome of Burgundy wine finesse. Made from old vines nurtured under the expertise of the Lignier family, this exquisite red benefits from the uniquely layered soils of Nuits-Saint-Georges. These lands, inhabited by the Ligniers since the 1880s, have a historic reputation for creating Burgundy's most substantial, long-lived wines. Hand harvested and meticulously selected, traditional winemaking practices marry with modern methods. Fruit undergoes a cold pre-fermentation maceration, and ageing in oak barrels, 50% new, takes place for 18 months. This meticulous process ensures graceful maturation, preserving aromatic complexity and providing a rich, structured palate.
The Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2020 delivers a finely balanced composition, exhibiting savory mushroom and forest floor notes gracefully poised alongside ripe red cherries and blackcurrant. A tannic backbone structures the wine beautifully, making it an investment-worthy addition to your cellar.
Inc. GSTSG$895.41 -
(6x75cl) 2021Experience the exquisite Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2021, crafted meticulously in the prized vineyards of Burgundy, France. The renown Maison Lignier Michelot, heralding a rich legacy since the mid-1900s, masterfully brings a sublime balance between modernity and tradition in winemaking. This unique vintage blend, matured in French oak barrels, captivates the palate with its bold, enduring flavours of dark fruit, hint of spiciness, underscored by distinct minerality. Savour the intricate tannic structure, the result of diligent dedication to low-intervention, organic viticulture, where grapes are handpicked, and undergo a staringly cold soak before fermentation. The earthy and complex nose is ample testament to the careful nurturing in limestone-rich soils. The exceptional finish radiates depth, grace, and persistence, leaving you enthralled. Let the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2021 elevate your experience of fine wines to uncharted territories.
Inc. GSTSG$1,157.01 -
Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2022 is a striking blend of elegance and richness, brought to you directly from the historical region of Burgundy, France. The esteemed Lignier Michelot Estate, renowned for their sophisticated winemaking process, has crafted this marvel. It heralds from the notable 'Les Murgers' vineyard within the reputable Nuits-Saint-Georges region, known for exceptional terroir. With hand-selected grapes, the wine undergoes meticulous, traditional vinification in French oak barrels, resulting in a truly remarkable expression of Pinot Noir. A bouquet rich with dark berries, subtle spices, and earthy undertones rewards the olfactory sense, leading into a balanced palate with vibrant acidity and firm tannins. This vintage is anticipated to reach its peak in the next three to ten years, promising a captivating evolution for the patient connoisseur. Evoking the classic style and refinement of Burgundian red wine, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2022 is a sublime addition to any fine wine collection.Inc. GSTSG$1,192.90 -
(12x75cl) 2012The Lignier Michelot-Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Jules 2012 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Burgundy’s esteemed terroir. Nestled in the heart of Chambolle-Musigny, this Premier Cru vineyard benefits from limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive minerality to the wine. Vincent Lignier Michelot meticulously hand-harvests the Pinot Noir grapes, adhering to sustainable viticultural practices to preserve the vineyard's integrity. The 2012 vintage, celebrated for its balanced acidity and optimal ripeness, undergoes gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for eighteen months. The result is a harmonious expression of vibrant red fruits, subtle earthy undertones, and elegant tannins, culminating in a complex, lingering finish. Renowned for their dedication to quality, Lignier Michelot ensures that each bottle of the Musigny 1er Cru Jules 2012 reflects both tradition and contemporary finesse, making it a prized selection for discerning wine enthusiasts.
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(6x75cl) 2003Vinous (88)
Ruby-red. Complex, expressive nose combines tarry black fruits, licorice, roasted herbs, underbrush and brown spices, plus oak notes of chocolate and mocha. Lush, suave, warm and very ripe but not roasted or cooked. Quite rich, sweet and chocolatey in the middle, but not quite as sweet as the Faconnieres. Finishes with building, oak-powered tannins and just a hint of raisin.Inc. GSTSG$2,108.50 -
(6x75cl) 2006Wine Spectator (93)
Dark and lush, revealing black cherry, blackberry and chocolate, but also mineral flavors. Ripe and fresh, this is underscored by fine-grained tannins. The finish echoes black currant and spice notes. Very supple. Best from 2011 through 2023. -BSInc. GSTSG$1,879.60 -
(6x75cl) 2011Vinous (94-96)
Melted road tar, incense, licorice and black stone fruits are some of the notes that emerge from the 2011 Clos de La Roche. Even with all of its obvious size and heft, the Clos de La Roche remains exceptionally elegant. Layers of dark, balsamic-infused fruit build to the intense, enveloping finish. The 2011 was vinified with 50% whole clusters and aged in 50% new oak.Inc. GSTSG$3,807.87 -
(6x75cl) 2012Vinous (93-95)
Today, the 2012 Clos de la Roche comes across as tight and very much closed in on itself. Cherry pit, plum, flowers, spices and iron emerge over time, but only with great reluctance. The tannins are firm, but there is plenty of depth and pure resonance just waiting to emerge over time. A dense, authoritative finish rounds things out in style The Clos de la Roche was done with 60% whole clusters and it is going to need time to fully come together.Inc. GSTSG$2,668.82 -
Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.Inc. GSTSG$3,762.59 -
(1x75cl) 2014Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.Inc. GSTSG$378.13 -
Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.Inc. GSTSG$1,529.77 -
Wine Advocate (94-96)
The 2015 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru comes from 0.30-hectare in the Montluisants area supplemented by some purchased fruit from 72-year-old vines in the lieu-dit Les Chenevrières. It has a very pure and powerful bouquet with layers of small dark cherries, blueberry and violet aromas, a little richness of the growing season showing through via a touch of glycerin. The palate is medium-bodied with a bit if sinew on the entry. This dovetails into a structured mid-palate with a pinch of white pepper lingering on the finish that has a real peacock's tail of flavors, reinforcing its grand crus pedigree (just in case.) This is a sublime expression of the vineyard from Virgile Lignier.Inc. GSTSG$2,314.57 -
(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (92+)
(30% new oak, or roughly the same percentage as all of the 2015 crus here): Bright dark red. Very sexy, subtly complex scents of dark raspberry, black cherry, licorice, coffee and mocha, with suggestions of liqueur-like ripeness. Densely packed and thick, with subtle sweetness supported by ripe acidity. Quite juicy and savory in the mouth, then firmly tannic but not dry on the very long, rising back end. The yield here was a normal 42 hectoliters per hectare. This wine struck me as a bit New World in character when I first tasted it from barrel, but today it's clearly communicating its Morey terroir. (Lignier did not open a bottle of his Clos Saint-Denis, as he has just 140 bottles--plus another 140 for the owner of the vineyard.)Inc. GSTSG$2,141.20 -
Vinous (94)
The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.Inc. GSTSG$708.30 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.Inc. GSTSG$817.28 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.Inc. GSTSG$424.99 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.Inc. GSTSG$1,890.50 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
80% whole bunch. Really intense black colour with a purple rim. The bouquet does not want to speak quite yet. A little bit of wood, a light herbaceous note from the stems which departs rapidly, but the promise of such intensity. Morello cherries? A crackling freshness on the palate, mineral threads, a superb and classic texture, huge weight. Everything is there. Tasted: December 2021Inc. GSTSG$2,218.63 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (95-97)
The 2021 Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches. It has a beautifully delineated and focused bouquet with blackberry, briary, wet limestone and a hint of juniper. It seems to grow with several swirls of the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with fine tannins that frame the sinewy red fruit, laced with white pepper and orange rind. It fans out wonderfully on the finish whilst retaining the class you expect from such a noble climat. This is deeply impressive even without its challenging context.Inc. GSTSG$2,456.27 -
(3x150cl) 2022Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.Inc. GSTSG$2,548.92 -
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.Inc. GSTSG$1,878.57 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)
5 Star Wine. Ruby purple, with a fine concentration of dark red fruit picked at optimum ripeness. The whole bunches (90%) give a further lift to the nose, while what starts well in bouquet really gains ground on the palate. Everything is perfectly in place, a really striking Clos de la Roche with a suave middle ground and long, perfectly balanced finish. As always, this is a vineyard built for ageing. Making me smile! And the best news – there are 13 barrels! Drink from 2033-2045. Tasted Nov 2024.Inc. GSTSG$2,533.60 -
Vinous (89)
Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Very ripe, complex nose combines raspberry, mocha and mineral notes with suggestions of exotic fruits. Plush and seamless in the mouth, conveying a restrained sweetness and considerable early charm. Finishes classically dry, with inviting soil tones and ripe tannins.Inc. GSTSG$713.38 -
Vinous (88)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy has an edgy red cherry nose with noticeable scents of autumn leaves/sous-bois. The palate is quite chalky in texture with touches of cocoa on the finish that I feel a bit too abrupt.Inc. GSTSG$518.19 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy, comes from 50-year-old vines and is blended with 70% whole bunches. It has an intense nose, a mélange of red/black fruit, hints of kirsch and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with shimmering red berry fruit, a fine bead of acidity, silky smooth with a surfeit of tension on the finish. What is not to like about this Morey-Saint-Denis? Very little.Inc. GSTSG$947.65 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.Inc. GSTSG$164.48 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.Inc. GSTSG$593.40 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy, including around two-thirds whole bunches, has a well-defined bouquet. The stems are fairly noticeable at present, though that will be soaked up by the fruit with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy, fine tannins. The 2021 is harmonious and quite crunchy; blackberry commingles with tar and subtle tobacco notes towards its satisfying finish. Good potential, but patience required.Inc. GSTSG$589.04
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(6x75cl) 2017
Produced in the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2017 is a remarkable specimen of fine wine. Carefully crafted by the Lignier Michelot Winery, a dominant player in the French wine industry renowned for its passion and expertise, this particular vintage offers a sublime expression of traditional craftsmanship. Created solely from Pinot Noir grapes grown on the esteemed Les Murgers plot, this 2017 vintage communicates the rich nuances of its terroir. The maturation period completed in oak barrels endows the libation with an enigmatic complexity and a dynamic interplay of flavours. Discerning palates will discover refined notes of berry fruit complemented by the alluring hint of earthy undertones, encapsulating the trademark of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Masked in a lustrous red, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2017 promises a transcendental tasting experience, capturing the sophistication and elegance of its lineage.
In BondSG$636.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019
The Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2019 is an exquisite manifestation of French viticulture. Produced by the esteemed Lignier Michelot, this wine is meticulously created from vibrant Pinot Noir grapes handpicked from Les Murgers vineyard, deeply revered amongst Burgundy's elite 1er Cru sites. This vintage, notable for its favourable growing conditions, imbues the wine with rich intensity.
Employing traditional methods, Lignier Michelot pays tribute to the distinctive terroir of Nuits-Saint-Georges. This wine extols layers of complex black cherry, raspberry, and floral notes underpinned by a beam of minerals, demonstrating a balance that gracefully holds its structural richness and bright acidity. Lengthy cellaring envisages increased nuance and complexity.
The expertise behind the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2019 is meritorious of its stature amongst connoisseurs. It truly epitomises the finesse of premium Burgundy.
In BondSG$867.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Indulge in the opulent Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2020, a carefully crafted masterpiece expressing the epitome of Burgundy wine finesse. Made from old vines nurtured under the expertise of the Lignier family, this exquisite red benefits from the uniquely layered soils of Nuits-Saint-Georges. These lands, inhabited by the Ligniers since the 1880s, have a historic reputation for creating Burgundy's most substantial, long-lived wines. Hand harvested and meticulously selected, traditional winemaking practices marry with modern methods. Fruit undergoes a cold pre-fermentation maceration, and ageing in oak barrels, 50% new, takes place for 18 months. This meticulous process ensures graceful maturation, preserving aromatic complexity and providing a rich, structured palate.
The Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2020 delivers a finely balanced composition, exhibiting savory mushroom and forest floor notes gracefully poised alongside ripe red cherries and blackcurrant. A tannic backbone structures the wine beautifully, making it an investment-worthy addition to your cellar.
In BondSG$770.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Experience the exquisite Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2021, crafted meticulously in the prized vineyards of Burgundy, France. The renown Maison Lignier Michelot, heralding a rich legacy since the mid-1900s, masterfully brings a sublime balance between modernity and tradition in winemaking. This unique vintage blend, matured in French oak barrels, captivates the palate with its bold, enduring flavours of dark fruit, hint of spiciness, underscored by distinct minerality. Savour the intricate tannic structure, the result of diligent dedication to low-intervention, organic viticulture, where grapes are handpicked, and undergo a staringly cold soak before fermentation. The earthy and complex nose is ample testament to the careful nurturing in limestone-rich soils. The exceptional finish radiates depth, grace, and persistence, leaving you enthralled. Let the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2021 elevate your experience of fine wines to uncharted territories.
In BondSG$1,010.00 -
Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2022 is a striking blend of elegance and richness, brought to you directly from the historical region of Burgundy, France. The esteemed Lignier Michelot Estate, renowned for their sophisticated winemaking process, has crafted this marvel. It heralds from the notable 'Les Murgers' vineyard within the reputable Nuits-Saint-Georges region, known for exceptional terroir. With hand-selected grapes, the wine undergoes meticulous, traditional vinification in French oak barrels, resulting in a truly remarkable expression of Pinot Noir. A bouquet rich with dark berries, subtle spices, and earthy undertones rewards the olfactory sense, leading into a balanced palate with vibrant acidity and firm tannins. This vintage is anticipated to reach its peak in the next three to ten years, promising a captivating evolution for the patient connoisseur. Evoking the classic style and refinement of Burgundian red wine, the Lignier Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2022 is a sublime addition to any fine wine collection.In BondSG$1,035.00
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(12x75cl) 2012
The Lignier Michelot-Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Jules 2012 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Burgundy’s esteemed terroir. Nestled in the heart of Chambolle-Musigny, this Premier Cru vineyard benefits from limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive minerality to the wine. Vincent Lignier Michelot meticulously hand-harvests the Pinot Noir grapes, adhering to sustainable viticultural practices to preserve the vineyard's integrity. The 2012 vintage, celebrated for its balanced acidity and optimal ripeness, undergoes gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for eighteen months. The result is a harmonious expression of vibrant red fruits, subtle earthy undertones, and elegant tannins, culminating in a complex, lingering finish. Renowned for their dedication to quality, Lignier Michelot ensures that each bottle of the Musigny 1er Cru Jules 2012 reflects both tradition and contemporary finesse, making it a prized selection for discerning wine enthusiasts.
In BondSG$1,670.00 -
(6x75cl) 2003
Vinous (88)
Ruby-red. Complex, expressive nose combines tarry black fruits, licorice, roasted herbs, underbrush and brown spices, plus oak notes of chocolate and mocha. Lush, suave, warm and very ripe but not roasted or cooked. Quite rich, sweet and chocolatey in the middle, but not quite as sweet as the Faconnieres. Finishes with building, oak-powered tannins and just a hint of raisin.In BondSG$1,875.00 -
(6x75cl) 2006
Wine Spectator (93)
Dark and lush, revealing black cherry, blackberry and chocolate, but also mineral flavors. Ripe and fresh, this is underscored by fine-grained tannins. The finish echoes black currant and spice notes. Very supple. Best from 2011 through 2023. -BSIn BondSG$1,665.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011
Vinous (94-96)
Melted road tar, incense, licorice and black stone fruits are some of the notes that emerge from the 2011 Clos de La Roche. Even with all of its obvious size and heft, the Clos de La Roche remains exceptionally elegant. Layers of dark, balsamic-infused fruit build to the intense, enveloping finish. The 2011 was vinified with 50% whole clusters and aged in 50% new oak.In BondSG$3,440.00 -
(6x75cl) 2012
Vinous (93-95)
Today, the 2012 Clos de la Roche comes across as tight and very much closed in on itself. Cherry pit, plum, flowers, spices and iron emerge over time, but only with great reluctance. The tannins are firm, but there is plenty of depth and pure resonance just waiting to emerge over time. A dense, authoritative finish rounds things out in style The Clos de la Roche was done with 60% whole clusters and it is going to need time to fully come together.In BondSG$2,395.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.In BondSG$3,345.00 -
(1x75cl) 2014
Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.In BondSG$338.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
(50% vendange entier; from estate parcels planted in 1990 and 1947, plus some purchased fruit from vines planted in 1965): Bright, deep red with ruby highlights; beautiful color. Deep aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, violet, smoked meat, animal fur and earth. Plush, smooth and concentrated; packed with chewy purple fruit and violet flavors. This fleshy, deep grand cru really spreads out to saturate the entire mouth on the back end, with tactile tannins contributing to an impression of vibrancy.In BondSG$1,350.00 -
Wine Advocate (94-96)
The 2015 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru comes from 0.30-hectare in the Montluisants area supplemented by some purchased fruit from 72-year-old vines in the lieu-dit Les Chenevrières. It has a very pure and powerful bouquet with layers of small dark cherries, blueberry and violet aromas, a little richness of the growing season showing through via a touch of glycerin. The palate is medium-bodied with a bit if sinew on the entry. This dovetails into a structured mid-palate with a pinch of white pepper lingering on the finish that has a real peacock's tail of flavors, reinforcing its grand crus pedigree (just in case.) This is a sublime expression of the vineyard from Virgile Lignier.In BondSG$2,070.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
Vinous (92+)
(30% new oak, or roughly the same percentage as all of the 2015 crus here): Bright dark red. Very sexy, subtly complex scents of dark raspberry, black cherry, licorice, coffee and mocha, with suggestions of liqueur-like ripeness. Densely packed and thick, with subtle sweetness supported by ripe acidity. Quite juicy and savory in the mouth, then firmly tannic but not dry on the very long, rising back end. The yield here was a normal 42 hectoliters per hectare. This wine struck me as a bit New World in character when I first tasted it from barrel, but today it's clearly communicating its Morey terroir. (Lignier did not open a bottle of his Clos Saint-Denis, as he has just 140 bottles--plus another 140 for the owner of the vineyard.)In BondSG$1,905.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.In BondSG$632.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.In BondSG$730.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.In BondSG$380.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Clos de La Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches this year and underwent just a couple of punch-downs. There is a tiny amount of reduction on the nose as I taste it, gradually opening to reveal raspberry, blackcurrant and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins matched with a very fine bead of acidity. This is a very cohesive and refined Grand Cru with a lilting, carefree finish that belies its inherent complexity and persistent. Easy to under-estimate this, I am sure it will age with style.In BondSG$1,675.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-98)
80% whole bunch. Really intense black colour with a purple rim. The bouquet does not want to speak quite yet. A little bit of wood, a light herbaceous note from the stems which departs rapidly, but the promise of such intensity. Morello cherries? A crackling freshness on the palate, mineral threads, a superb and classic texture, huge weight. Everything is there. Tasted: December 2021In BondSG$1,980.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (95-97)
The 2021 Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru contains 80% whole bunches. It has a beautifully delineated and focused bouquet with blackberry, briary, wet limestone and a hint of juniper. It seems to grow with several swirls of the glass. The palate is very well-balanced with fine tannins that frame the sinewy red fruit, laced with white pepper and orange rind. It fans out wonderfully on the finish whilst retaining the class you expect from such a noble climat. This is deeply impressive even without its challenging context.In BondSG$2,200.00 -
(3x150cl) 2022
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.In BondSG$2,285.00 -
Burghound (94)
(from a .72 ha holding; 50% whole cluster). Here too there is just a whiff of reduction that also stops short of overshadowing the ripe and beautifully layered aromas that are composed by notes of poached plum and a variety of spice elements. I very much like the texture of the delicious medium-bodied flavors that, even if not especially dense, still possess good power and minerality while delivering excellent depth and length on the balanced bitter pit fruit finish that really fans out as it sits on the palate. Excellent.In BondSG$1,670.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (96-98)
5 Star Wine. Ruby purple, with a fine concentration of dark red fruit picked at optimum ripeness. The whole bunches (90%) give a further lift to the nose, while what starts well in bouquet really gains ground on the palate. Everything is perfectly in place, a really striking Clos de la Roche with a suave middle ground and long, perfectly balanced finish. As always, this is a vineyard built for ageing. Making me smile! And the best news – there are 13 barrels! Drink from 2033-2045. Tasted Nov 2024.In BondSG$2,265.00 -
Vinous (89)
Bright, moderately saturated medium red. Very ripe, complex nose combines raspberry, mocha and mineral notes with suggestions of exotic fruits. Plush and seamless in the mouth, conveying a restrained sweetness and considerable early charm. Finishes classically dry, with inviting soil tones and ripe tannins.In BondSG$603.00 -
Vinous (88)
The 2018 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy has an edgy red cherry nose with noticeable scents of autumn leaves/sous-bois. The palate is quite chalky in texture with touches of cocoa on the finish that I feel a bit too abrupt.In BondSG$416.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis En La Rue de Vergy, comes from 50-year-old vines and is blended with 70% whole bunches. It has an intense nose, a mélange of red/black fruit, hints of kirsch and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with shimmering red berry fruit, a fine bead of acidity, silky smooth with a surfeit of tension on the finish. What is not to like about this Morey-Saint-Denis? Very little.In BondSG$810.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.In BondSG$141.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy is quite high-toned on the nose: macerated black cherries, hints of black olive and light marine scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, quite compact towards the finish where I am just looking for a little more depth and flesh. Hopefully, it will fatten out a bit.In BondSG$485.00 -
Vinous (89-91)
The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis en la Rue de Vergy, including around two-thirds whole bunches, has a well-defined bouquet. The stems are fairly noticeable at present, though that will be soaked up by the fruit with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy, fine tannins. The 2021 is harmonious and quite crunchy; blackberry commingles with tar and subtle tobacco notes towards its satisfying finish. Good potential, but patience required.In BondSG$481.00
