Imported White Wines

• 2020 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Meursault Les Grands Charrons

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $230. 00

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  $2760.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Les Grands Charrons is a very special lieu-dit that borders Premier Cru ‘Goutte D’Or’, and is situated at 250+ metres altitude with average vine age in the plot over 35 years old. The wine is fermented and aged in 456L barrels (30% new) for 10 months plus 8 months in stainless steel.

  Please note: due to the winery packaging, we often receive these wines from the distributor with marks on the front label. These are usually minor, however they are unavoidable.

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• 2020 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Meursault Eclat de Calcaire

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $210. 00

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  $2520.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Please note: due to the winery packaging, we often receive these wines from the distributor with marks on the front label. These are usually minor, however they are unavoidable.

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• 2020 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Chassagne-Montrachet Vigne Blanche Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $370. 00

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  $4440.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Please note: due to the winery packaging, we often receive these wines from the distributor with marks on the front label. These are usually minor, however they are unavoidable.

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• 2020 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Meursault Les Casse-Tetes

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $215. 00

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  $2580.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Given the difficulties planting in the hard, chalky, and gravelly soils of the Casse-Têtes vineyard, it's no wonder it was coined a "headache". Yet as is well practiced, vines that struggle often perform the best, which is again true here. Pierre's Meursault Casse-Tetes is a great example of the firm and chiseled style he aims to produce.

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• 2020 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatieres

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $499. 00

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  $5988.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Pierre makes an outstanding Puligny-Montrachet from the Les Folatieres vineyard, however his specific parcel in the En La Richard sector is classified village level rather than Premier Cru as with the remainder of this plot. It is understood the owner of this parcel had a disagreement at the time of classification and withdrew their land from the process. The end result is an excellent Premier Cru in all but name. The other owner of this plot is Lalou Bize-Leroy used in her d'Auvenay label.

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• 2018 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Chassagne-Montrachet Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $315. 00

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  $3780.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Abbaye de Morgeot has the same gravelly, clayey limestone soil as its neighbours, providing a well-drained terroir with plenty of mineral complexity. The incline here is much gentler than further up the hill, and the vines have a very slight aspect toward the southeast.

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• 2018 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Meursault Les Grands Charrons

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $190. 00

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  $2280.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Les Grands Charrons is a very special lieu-dit that borders Premier Cru ‘Goutte D’Or’, and is situated at 250+ metres altitude with average vine age in the plot over 35 years old. The wine is fermented and aged in 456L barrels (30% new) for 10 months plus 8 months in stainless steel.

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• 2019 Domaine Pierre-Vincent Girardin Bourgogne Blanc Eclat de Calcaire

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $89. 99

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  $1079.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  Pierre Vincent Girardin is making big waves in Burgundy with the hype surrounding him already at fever pitch. All this and Pierre is still only in his early 20's with just a handful of vintages under his belt. Part of the excitement stems from the vineyard sources at his disposal, but also from the distinct style exhibited so clearly in these initial vintages of his wines. Of course it helps that his father is Vincent Girardin, and following the sale of his namesake Domaine in 2011 bequeathed Pierre 4.5 hectares of prime vineyards, and helped set up a brand new winery where evidently no expense has been spared on the latest presses, fermentation tanks and larger-format barrels from Tonnellerie François Frères.

  Stylistically Pierre has taken a different approach than that of his father's wines, preferring a lighter touch than the rich and oaky style of years gone by. The white wines are finer-boned and more reductive, and his are reds delicate and fruit-driven, with a minimum of extraction and plenty of stem retention.

  Fruit for this Bourgogne Blanc is a mix of 80% Meursault and 20% Volnay from three lieux-dits: Les Magny, Les Herbeux, Monpoulain. Average vine age is over 35 years, and the wine is fermented and aged in 456L barrels (30% new) for 9 months plus 5 months in stainless steel.

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  A domaine holding of 2ha located mostly below Meursault, Magny and Herbeux, plus Volnay Monpoulain on a stony outcrop. Light yellow colour, some modern-style reduction to the nose, significant fruit weight, well done. Some lime notes at the back.
  86-88 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Rapet Pere et Fils Pernaud-Vergelesses Les Combottes

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $110. 00

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  $1320.00 Dozen

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  Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2024-2030)

  ABV: 13.5%

  Closure: Diam Cork

  Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish toned edges and a watery hue. Aromas of white peach, nectarine and citrus sail from the glass complexed by notions of dried honey, biscuity oak, light cashew and wet stone. Rich fleshy white peach, pear and dried honey flavours are intertwined with subtle cashew and wet stone elements. Refined in its feel, it has good underlying freshness and finishes long with an elegant texture.
  Drink over the next 5-6 years.
  Alc. 13.5%

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• • 90

  • Nick's Import

  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault en Luraule

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $89. 99

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  $1079.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  Vines planted in 1989, 1990, and 1991. A very well situated site adjoining Premier Cru Goutte D'Or and can resemble that wine.

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  Pale yellow. Aromas of yellow stone fruits, pineapple and spices. Supple, sweet peach and spice flavors are nicely firmed by a touch of minerality. A bit more phenolic on the back end than the Sous La Velle. This wine is from vines higher on the hillside--in fact, at a similar altitude as the premier crus--on soil featuring more calcaire than the Sous La Velle.
  90 points
  Stephen Tanzer - vinous.com

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  • Nick's Import

  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Bourgogne Blanc

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $39. 99

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  $479.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2017-2021)

  ABV: 13%

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  Remi Jobard is widely considered one of the rising stars of Burgundy, and the Domaine can count amongst their impressive land holdings some prime plots in Meursault 1er Cru vineyards Genevrieres, Poruzots and Charmes. Certified organic since 2011, the family own and run eight hectares of vines spread throughout Monthelie and Meursault. The wines can be considered modern by Burgundy standards, being clean and pure with fantastic richness and complexity.

  Brilliant pale straw colour with a slight glimmer of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Showing excellent intensity aromas of ripe white peaches married to dried honey drift from the glass followed by hints of lemon butter, faint wet stone and spice. Rich and full with attractive volume in the mouth and a rounded creaminess to its textural feel the palate dishes up generous flavours of white peaches tied to dried honey over subtle notions of cashew, light biscuit and spice. Finishes dry with good balancing acidity to freshen up the back palate. Long refined conclusion of white peaches, dried honey, cashew and spice.
  Drink over the next 3-4 years.
  Alc. 13%

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  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $170. 00

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  $2040.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  Bright, healthy yellow. Very ripe aromas of peach and apricot come across as a bit more evolved than those of the Poruzots but then this barrel finished its sugars earlier and is a bit lower in SO2 now. Sappy and concentrated, conveying a strong impression of chewy dry extract to its very ripe, rich yellow fruit flavors. Hard to assess with confidence but certainly very rich. These last few wines are carrying close to 14% alcohol.
  91-93 points
  Stephen Tanzer - Vinous

  The Genevrières is a very elegant, nicely balanced wine this year, with a classic bouquet of buttered apples, citrus zest, white flowers and subtle hazlenut. On the palate the wine is very texturally refined, with a gentle saline minerality, lovely energy and a long finish. Drinking Window 2018 - 2040
  93 points
  William Kelley - Decanter

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  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault Les Narvaux

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $89. 99

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  $1079.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2021-2022)

  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Cork

  Meursault Narvaux is one of those village crus that constantly threaten premier cru status. From one of the highest elevations in Meursault, Remi's vines age from 55-65 years.

  Brilliant very pale straw colour with greenish highlights around the outskirts and a watery hue. Offering up good intensity the nose features refined aromatics of white peach and dried honey followed by some nectarine, stony mineral notes and a faint whiff of nougat. This Meursault is all about finesse and elegance displaying light to medium bodied flavours of white peaches and pears delicately overlaid with dried honey, subtle nougat and stony mineral characters. Finishes dry with the vintages trademark freshness. Long elegantly textured aftertaste of white peaches, pears, dried honey, cashew and stony mineral. Will fill out well with some bottle age.
  Cellar 5-6 years.
  Alc 13%

  Other Reviews....
  Showing the fresher, more elegant style of the vintage, yet still with plenty of heft, the 2014 Meursault Les Narvaux comes from 65-year-old vines and was brought up in larger Stockinger barrels from Austria. It offers terrific notes of green citrus and assorted mineral-nuances, with impressive intensity and depth in both its aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied and seamless on the palate, with a beautiful sense of vibrancy and tension, it’s already impossible to resist, yet I suspect it will cruise in the cellar given its balance. Drink 2018 - 2030.
  94 points
  jebdunnuck.com

  
  Pale color. Aromas of crystallized lemon peel and peach show a candied aspect in a positive, fresh way. Juicy, elegant and gripping, showing the thickness of the vintage's better examples but also solid balancing acidity. Its flavors of citrus fruits and acacia flower are enlivened by underlying minerality. Finishes generous, dry and long. Incidentally, Jobard told me that his 2014s finished drier than his 2015s.
  91 points
  Stephen Tanzer - vinous.com
  
  

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• • 91

  • Nick's Import

  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault 1er Cru Le Poruzot-Dessus

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $170. 00

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  $2040.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  Other Reviews....
  (as with the Chevalières and the Genevrières, I tasted this wine from a pièce because Jobard's foudres were still finishing their sugars): Apple, clove and a hint of oak on the nose and palate. Boasts lovely inner-mouth lift and grip; the yield here was actually slightly higher than that of the 2014 (40 hectoliters per hectare, vs. 30 or 35) but this has a more concentrated mouthfeel. A juicy, balanced outperformer.
  91-93 points
  Stephen Tanzer - Vinous

  The Poruzot is one of the easier wines in the cellar to read at this early stage, with an expressive bouquet of lemon oil, white flowers and crisp stone fruit. This is followed by a glossy, textural palate with nice amplitude underpinned by fine, tensile acids. Drinking Window 2018 - 2040
  92 points
  William Kelley - Decanter

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  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault Sous La Velle

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $89. 99

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  $1079.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2022-2023)

  ABV: 13%

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  Brilliant pale straw colour with a light greenish tinge around the outskirts and a watery hue. Intense ripe peach and honeyed apricot aromas blossom out of the glass followed by nuances of lemon butter, bees wax and spicy nougat. Rich and full in the mouth yet finishing with good freshness the palate is decorated with generous flavours of ripe peaches and apricots overlaid by dried honey, subtle cashew, citrusy nougat and spice. Creamy, slightly waxy like textural feel ending dry with vibrant perfectly balanced acidity. Long aftertaste of ripe peaches, apricots, cashew, citrusy nougat and spice.
  A delight to drink now but will also cellar 5-6 years.
  Alc. 13%

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• • 90

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  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault en Luraule

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $99. 99

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  $1199.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  Other Reviews....
  Aromas of apple, mirabelle and marzipan convey a superripe quality. Fat and sweet on the palate but given shape by harmonious acidity. This silky, concentrated wine shows no rough edges today. A full, thick fruit bomb with a marzipan ripeness to its yellow fruit and spice flavors; not a particularly mineral style but not heavy either. Finishes with good grip and surprising length.
  90-92 points
  Stephen Tanzer - Vinous

  En Luraule is a continuation of premier cru Goutte d'Or, and it has produced a supple, comparatively generous wine this year, underpinned with good cut. It features aromas of yellow orchard fruit, white flowers and crème pâtissière. Drinking Window 2018 - 2030
  89 points
  William Kelley - Decanter

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  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Bourgogne Blanc Vignes Nouvelles

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $29. 99

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  $359.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2020-2021)

  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Cork

  Remi Jobard is widely considered one of the rising stars of Burgundy, and the Domaine can count amongst their impressive land holdings some prime plots in Meursault 1er Cru vineyards Genevrieres, Poruzots and Charmes. Certified organic since 2011, the family own and run eight hectares of vines spread throughout Monthelie and Meursault. The wines can be considered modern by Burgundy standards, being clean and pure with fantastic richness and complexity.

  Soon to arrive are the 2014 wines, an outstanding year for White Burgundy. In speaking with Allen Meadows from Burghound, Remi Jobard described his 2014s as "rich but balanced wines that have really improved during the course of their elevage." He added "I particularly like how refreshing they are as there is bright but not drying acidity that enables them to be at once rich but inviting. I only wish I had more of them as the June hail storm cost me a lot of yield, in fact my average volume was only 20 to 23 hl/ha. One minor modification to my usual approach is that I did a bit less lees stirring as I felt the wines would be rich enough without it."

  Remi Jobard's newest acquisition from 3 Bourgogne parcels of 40-50 year old vines now in conversion to organic farming. Approximately 30% new oak.

  Resembles a baby Meursault yet at a fraction of the price

  2014 was an outstanding vintage for White Burgundy with entry level Bourgogne delivering great value. Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Uplifted scents of white peaches and citrus laced with dried honey are followed by some biscuity nougat like characters and spice. Light to medium weight yet with a sense of creaminess to the mouth feel, the palate presents a refined flavour profile of white peaches, citrus and dried honey that have an understated richness. Nuances of wet stone, faint cashew and nougat following on. Clean dry finish with finely tuned acidity giving the wine its vibrancy. Medium to long aftertaste of delicate white peaches, citrusy dried honey, subtle wet stone and spicy cashew.
  Cellar 4-5 years.
  Alc 13%

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• • 90

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  2015 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault Les Narvaux

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $115. 00

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  $1380.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  Other Reviews....
  (from 55-year-old vines): Ripe, sexy scents of peach, nutmeg and brown butter. Plush and silky but with surprising energy and definition to its ripe orchard fruit flavors. Shows more mineral energy than the Luraule..
  90-92 points
  Stephen Tanzer - Vinous

  The Narvaux reveals notes of apple, white peach, a touch of hazelnut and some noble reduction, introducing a wine with notable power, depth and energy. A nice alliance of amplitude with tension here. From 65 year old vines. Drinking Window 2018 - 2035
  91 points
  William Kelley - Decanter

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• • 93

  • Nick's Import

  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $135. 00

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  $1620.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  From three parcels in the Premier Cru vineyard Genevrieres; one planted in 1995, one planted in 1958 and one at least 70 years old. Remi makes his most mineral, terroir-filled Meursault from here but never at the expense of richness and depth.

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  Pale lemon-yellow color. Complex, refined aromas of white peach, citrus fruits, nut oil and white flowers. Dense, tactile and saline, boasting terrific purity and precision to its piquant fruit and rocky mineral flavors. This very classy wine finishes with succulent salinity and terrific juicy length. The yield here was around 40 hectoliters per hectare, the highest among these Meursault bottlings, but this wine displays lovely balance and an exhilarating light touch.
  93 points
  Stephen Tanzer - vinous.com

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  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault 1er Cru Le Poruzot-Dessus

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $160. 00

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  $1920.00 Dozen

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  Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2021-2022)

  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Cork

  The premier cru Les Poruzots-Dessus adjoins Genevrieres-Dessus and Remi produces a lush, opulent wine from this site. From two parcels; one of 85 year old vines, one of 45 year old vines.

  Brilliant very pale straw colour with a light greenish tinge around the edges and watery hue. Fresh white peach scents are to the fore with ensuing citrusy pear characters, faint lemon butter, bees wax and subtle stony end notes. Light and elegant but with good persistence the palate is delicately flavoured with white peaches and nectarines subtlety infused with bees wax followed by stony mineral and some light spice. Clean dry finish with good lively acidity boding well for longer term cellaring. Long refined aftertaste of white peaches, nectarines, bees wax, cashew and stony mineral.
  Cellar 5-6 years.
  Alc 13%

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  Bright lemon-yellow color. Lemon, white flowers and a whiff of honey on the reticent nose. Quite dry, even a bit unyielding, displaying a thickness of texture but with its fruit in the deep background. Less minerally than the Chevalières but this wine nonetheless will require cellaring to express itself.
  91 points
  Stephen Tanzer - vinous.com

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• • 90

  • Nick's Import

  2014 Domaine Remi Jobard Meursault Sous la Velle

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $84. 99

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  $1019.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Cork

  The Sous la Velle plot comes from 35 year old vines on traditional clay over limestone soils, and is generally more rich and plump in style.

  Other Reviews....
  Pale lemon-yellow. Fresh scent of lemon zest. Firm and clean in the mouth, with its ripe flavors of white peach, citrus fruits and white flowers showing a lovely balance of sweetness and acidity. Almost creamy for 2014 but finishes with excellent grip. (Jobard's two Bourgogne Blanc bottlings are both well worth buying, with the one simply labeled Bourgogne Blanc--the more expensive of the two--showing strong yellow fruit, spice and hazelnut aromas and flavors with excellent intensity and lift.)
  90 points
  Stephen Tanzer - vinous.com

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  2022 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis Vieilles Vignes

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $92. 99

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  $1115.88 Dozen

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

  Other Reviews....
  Roland Laventureux’s 2022 Chablis Vieilles Vignes is a revelation. A wine of depth and character, the Vieilles Vignes is magnificent. Time brings out striking citrus, white pepper, slate and chalk notes. This is my first wine from Laventureux, a grower I am eager to learn more about. What a wine. Drink 2025-2034.
  93 points
  Antonio Galloni - Vinous

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  2022 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Fourchaume Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $140. 00

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  $1680.00 Dozen

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2022 Chablis Fourchaume 1er Cru has a classy bouquet, well-defined with crushed stone and dewy green apples. It has a fine focus. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with a superb line of acidity, real weight and depth, but retaining utmost precision and harmony on the finish. There's just a bit of oak to be assimilated, but this is an impressive, well-crafted Fourchaume. Tasted blind at the BIVB tasting in Chablis. Drink 2026-2038.
  93 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

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  2022 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2022 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru, 80% aged in used barrels, has quite a striking and powerful bouquet. It evinces a bit of wood contact that will need a few months to be fully subsumed, yet there is plenty of fruit to soak that up. The palate is very well-balanced, with a bright entry, peachy and zesty. The 2022 has quite a precocious, irresistible finish. It's not the most complex Vaudésir, but you'll have no regrets finding it in your glass. Tasted blind at the BIVB tasting in Chablis. Drink 2026-2042.
  93 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

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  2021 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vauprin Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  TOP VALUE & UNDER THE RADAR The new generation arrived in 2010 with the arrival of David & Arnaud, following on from their father/grand-father. Roland first bottled his own wines in 1979 and the domaine has gone from strength to strength in recent years. Vauprin is a special selection on the hill of Vauprin, situated close to Lignorelles. Vines range from 20-80 years old and the parcel is 1.8ha in size. This AP Chablis is notable for the confident way in which oak is used (up to 50%, ranging from new to five-year-old). Lovely density on the palate allied to purity of fruit. Here, the oak really does add a lot of complexity but the Chablis character is still evident underneath. A very fine Chablis. Drink 2023 - 2027.
  93 points
  Andy Howard MW - Decanter

  Another wine which started out in wood for 50% of the volume, which may explain the light coconut touch. Great floral points alongside, such energy of fruit, primary yellow notes, clean concentrated citrus zest, long saline finish. Another beautiful wine from this site. Drink from 2024-2028.
  90-92 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis Vieilles Vignes

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  From south-west facing vines in the hills around Lignorelles, the vines were planted in the 1960's and cover 3ha. The wine is fermented in steel tanks, with 60% aged for 10-12 on lees in tank, and 40% in older wood. Doesn't have quite the richness of the Vauprin Chablis but this is still a very fine, pure expression of 2021. Lovely acidity and mineral notes compliment the grapefruit characters and ripe pear fruit on the palate. Complex and classy. No hurry to drink this. Drink 2023 - 2027.
  92 points
  Andy Howard MW - Decanter

  This cuvée had the highest degrees of the vintage chez Lavantureux. Fresh pale yellow. Good plums on the nose, very joyous, a wine at ease with itself. An extra degree of succulence and more acidity too, very well handled. Half has been made in barrel but there is no evident wood effect. Drink from 2024-2028.
  88-90 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The assemblage with the 25% wood component has been made and this is ready to bottle. Pale primrose this has more tension and vigour, faintest pyrazine but perhaps that is more the marine iodine. I love the balance as always.
  89-91 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

  A wine which captures the essence of classic Chablis from the past yet manages to make it modern and more approachable. Lots of concentration of fruit with great purity, allied with a salty aftertaste and a fine line of lemon and lime acidity. Despite the weight, this is lifted and lively on the palate. A fine Chablis. Drink 2022 - 2026.
  92 points
  Andy Howard MW - Decanter

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  Pale lemon, with a beautifully perfumed nose, ripe but stopping short of honeysuckle. The minerals come up from behind, there is an altogether thicker texture on the palate, confit lemons, volume and length.
  90-91 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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• 2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vauprin Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  More lemon than lime, a little touch of coconut, the wine has the intensity to handle it, amazing punch at the back. Superb concentration here. Vauprin once again shows the absolute magic of this site in the hands of the Lavantureux team.
  91-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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• 2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Fourchaume Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  From purchased grapes. Light green tints, with a really engaging nose. The 2020 has more tension than the 2019 with less sucrosity and slightly greater length.
  91-93 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vau de Vey Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  Clean bright colour with a classy delicacy. There is an impressive level of detail, some coconut dusting on the grass, excellent acidity behind, growing out if its reductive phase, with a little lemony touch behind. I used not to like Vau de Vey much until I discovered it chez Lavantureux.
  92-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

  Roland founded the domaine in 1978, with sons Arnaud and David now running the business. Based in Lignerolles, the domaine now covers 21ha. Of this, 0.95ha is within Vau de Vey, consisting of vines averaging 35 years of age. A full, fleshy and dramatic Vau de Vey, with ripeness and generosity of fruit kept in check by the climat’s freshness. Maturation of 50% of the blend was in old oak which has added a touch of spiciness and extra intrigue to the palate. Very impressive. Drink 2022 - 2027.
  94 points
  Andy Howard MW - Decanter

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• 2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  A paler colour and more backward nose than the Bougros, with an interesting waxy and mentholated bouquet, plenty happening here but in very embryonic form. I like the grip on the palate which shows a significantly greater weight of fruit to finish. Massive potential here.
  93-96 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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• 2020 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Bougros Chablis Grand Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  Pure lemon colour with an attractive nose, some white fruit, a light spice, plenty of density, considerable weight of fruit, slightly on the exotic side, sensual and long.
  92-95 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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• 2019 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  Pale lemon in colour, with a touch of viognier-style ripeness, but still elegant. There is a sweet glowing fruit across the palate, before a racy chiselled finish, with excellent acidity, and impressive persistence. This is on the Preuses side of the vineyard, but the style has, something in common with Les Clos.
  93-95 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2019 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vau de Vey Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $105. 00

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Vau de Vey is a fine success, offering up aromas of citrus oil, white flowers, nutmeg and smoke. Medium to full-bodied, bright and chiseled, with fine depth at the core and a saline finish, this is certainly oak-inflected in style but integrates that patina more completely than the Vauprin. Drink 2022 - 2036.
  92 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Aug 2021)

  Aromas of honeysuckle, lemon grass and citrus follow through to a medium body with fine tannins and a fresh, bright finish. Lots of lemon rind at the end. Drink or hold.
  93 points
  JamesSuckling.com

  Pale lemon, soft nose with a bit of caramel crème, but there is, some salinity behind, Arnaud insists on it and in fact I can see it on the back of the palate, a wealth of fruit too. Really long as well and with real weight not just the grassy fruit, which is often the character of Vau de Vey.
  89-92 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2019 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Fourchaume Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume is lovely, mingling aromas of citrus zest, nutmeg, fresh bread and struck match in an inviting mélange. Medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and incisive, it's a bright, youthfully tightly-wound wine with a flinty finish that should age with grace. Drink 2023 - 2037.
  92+ points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Aug 2021)

  Very classy on the nose with dried apple and hints of pineapple and lilac. Medium-to full-bodied with a creamy and crunchy mouth feel from the ripe fruit and the bright acidity. Drink now.
  95 points
  JamesSuckling.com

  Pale lemon., soft and spicy nose, then a bit more tension behind, but the typical easygoing nature of Fourchaume shows through.
  89-91 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2019 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vauprin Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $84. 99

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2019 Chablis Vauprin mingles aromas of orchard fruit and orange oil with a patina of creamy new oak. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, with tangy acids and an open-knit core of fruit, it will appeal to readers who appreciate a more overtly oak-inflected style of Chablis. Drink 2021 - 2031.
  88 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Aug 2021)

  Lemon tree, mineral and flint on the nose with a hint of matchstick. Full-bodied with density and intensity. So much character here. Some phenolics. Flavorful finish. This is so real. Drink now.
  93 points
  JamesSuckling.com

  Every year the Lavantureux Chablis Vauprin strikes me as one of the very best Chablis bottlings of the vintage and the 2019 is no exception. Pale lemon, some limeblossom notes on the nose along with a bit of greengage, first class balance as ever, this has muscle, a well-built wine with its customary splendid finish. Absolutely holds together. This wine is served after the 1er Cru Fourchaume and merits that placement.
  90-93 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2019 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $56. 99

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2019 Chablis exhibits notes of pear, ripe citrus fruit and buttered toast. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy but precise, it's brighter and better defined than its Petit Chablis counterpart. Drink 2020 - 2030.
  89 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Aug 2021)

  Plenty of minerality to this with chalk, sliced-apple and lemon character. It’s medium-bodied with wonderful length and a fresh finish. Drink now.
  92 points
  JamesSuckling.com

  25% wood is used for the Chablis, none new. Pale colour, ripe pears here. Luscious. There is a light reduction up front, concentrated fruit through the middle, bringing out the minerals behind. This 2019 Chablis has certainly kept its tension.
  88 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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  2018 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $160. 00

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2018 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru comes from 0.4ha of 25-year-old vines and is matured in 80% oak barrels and 20% stainless steel. It has a fabulous nose of citrus fruit, orange blossom, crushed limestone and light fumé aromas. The oak here is beautifully knitted. The palate is very well balanced and poised, the oak perhaps a little prominent on the midpalate and masking some of the terroir at the moment. However, there is superb precision on the finish. This Vaudesir just needs 3–5 years in bottle to fully assimilate the wood. Drink 2025 - 2045.
  95 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

  A fuller if still pale yellow. The nose shows the sunshine and considerable weight of fruit. A little bit of wood too. The Vaudésir offers hugely more intensity than Bougros, and while the wood needs to integrate (which it will), there is a long steely finish awash with limestone.
  92-95 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

  Chalk, wax, smoke and lemon are intense on this wine's nose, immediately conveying that it is not about fruit but rather stone and place. The same goes for the palate where a dense texture redoubles on that chalk and smoke. But everything is brightened and pulled into delicious focus by lemon freshness. This wine has poise, elegance and subtlety. Drink 2022–2040.
  97 points
  Anne Krebiehl MW - Wine Enthusiast

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  2018 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vau de Vey Chablis Premier Cru

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2018 Chablis Vau de Vey was cropped at 58hl/ha and matured in 50% barrels and 50% stainless steel for 12 months. It has a clean, pure bouquet of yellow plum, orange pith and light crushed stone notes. The palate conveys energy right from the start, revealing hints of blood orange and quince, racy acidity and an elegant, very persistent finish that lingers in the mouth. Superb. Drink 2021 - 2035.
  94 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

  Pale lemon. Some reduction on the nose. Tight and lean, with lemon and lime character, some marine notes too, all in its slim packaging, with lemon popsicles to finish. Rereading this the note seems a little bizarre but I suspect this will be a pretty good wine.
  90-92 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

  A lovely, slightly reductive note of smoke swathes green pear notes on the nose of this wine. The palate adds lemony juiciness to sonorous notes of smoky oak that surround lively Mirabelle fruit. On the finish, bright lemon adds poise, elegance and length.
  92 points
  Anne Krebiehl MW - Wine Enthusiast

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  2018 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Vauprin Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $84. 99

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  $1019.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

  Closure: Cork

  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake Domaine in 1978 following completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The Domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2018 Chablis Vauprin comes from 1.7ha of 25-year-old vines and is raised for 12 months in 50% oak barrels and 50% stainless steel. It has a very harmonious bouquet of yellow flowers, mirabelle, crushed rocks and light hazelnut aromas that attain impressive intensity with aeration. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity; there is real tension and race here. The finish fans out wonderfully and its persistence deserves applause considering the relatively unknown location of this vineyard. Highly recommended. Drink 2021 - 2035.
  93 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

  Served after the 1er Cru Fourchaumes and deservedly so – it would be hard to make a better straight Chablis this. Fine pale lemon colour. The nose is beautifully chiselled, with more personality than their Fourchaume. Very good weight of fruit, flesh even, helps to stretch out the finish. It is certainly “gourmand” this year.
  91 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

  Resonant notes of roasted hazelnut on the nose of this wine sit well with the lemon brightness. The palate carries the same nuttiness but puts lemon freshness center stage. This slightly smoky combination is bedded on a smooth but cooling, yeasty texture, with beautiful length.
  92 points
  Anne Krebiehl MW - Wine Enthusiast

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  2018 Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis

  Chablis, FRANCE

  $54. 99

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  $659.88 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

  Closure: Cork

  Roland Lavantureux founded his namesake domaine in 1978 following his completion of wine school in Beaune. Since then he has built a reputation for crafting some of the most consistent and reliable examples of Chablis from vineyards planted on the prized Kimmeridgian soils around the village of Lignorelles. The domaine is now under the care of Roland's two sons Arnaud and David who have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvées while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven wines they produce. Ferments are temperature controlled in stainless steel and all but the Petit-Chablis spends some time in 2 to 5 year old barriques. Whilst the Vaudesir is a mighty Grand Cru, the signature wine of the Domaine is the lieu-dit 'Vauprin' which is one of the highest vineyards in Chablis and gives remarkable mineral influence to the wine.

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  The 2018 Chablis Village, matured for 12 months in 80% stainless steel and 20% used oak, has a vibrant, fresh, classic Chablis nose that many other growers were not able to achieve in this warm year. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, vibrant and zesty, showing a touch of spice on the elegant finish. This must surely be one of the finest Chablis Village of 2018. Drink 2021 - 2033.
  92 points
  Neal Martin - Vinous

  A little bit of youthful reduction. Pale lemon yellow. Plenty of fruit behind, there is a touch of softness compared to 2017 but it is very persistent indeed. Extremely promising. Mostly on kimmeridgian soil from Beines, Lignorelles, Ligny and Villy.
  88 points
  Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

  A touch of wet walnut accompanies pear and lemon on this wine's fresh nose. Vivaciousness at the core belies the heat of the 2018 vintage. Yes, there is concentration and some midpalate weight, but salty, preserved-lemon freshness dominates the wine and bright finish.
  92 points
  Anne Krebiehl MW - Wine Enthusiast

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• 2011 Domaine Rolet Arbois Vin Jaune (620ml)

  Jura, FRANCE

  $130. 00

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  $1560.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 14%

  Closure: Cork

  Domaine Rolet was founded in 1942 by Désiré Rolet. His four children took over operations in 1958, with Bernard and Guy taking charge of the vines and vinification, and Pierre and Eliane running marketing. Over the years, the domain has acquired prime old vines across Arbois, Côtes-du-Jura and L’Étoile appellations and now spans 65 hectares. Brothers Bernard and Guy Rolet farm sustainably and harvest the fully ripe grapes by hand—which is difficult work among the steep slopes. No synthetic chemicals are used and the soils are constantly ploughed.

  Vin Jaune is emblematic of the Jura region, and is made from 100% Savagnin that thrives in the hills of blue and grey marls from the lias (Jurassic) and the earlier trias (Mesozoic) eras. All harvesting is done by hand, and following vinification the wines spends 6 years maturing in barrel with no topping up. This allows a layer of flor to form on top of the wine, and gives the final wine its unique walnut and saline flavours.

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  2016 Domaine Roulot Meursault Les Luchets

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $270. 00

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  $3240.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

  Closure: Cork

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  A pure and pretty nose offers up notes of essence of pear, acacia blossom and citrus along with hints of petrol and matchstick. The medium weight flavors are notably rich and caressing, indeed even tender, while the delicious finish is borderline delicate. This is a lovely exercise in finesse and grace.
  89-91 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Pale bright yellow. Musky leesy complexity to the aromas of white peach and saline minerality. A step up in personality and mineral pungency from the Vireuils, with its element of fruit sweetness buttressed by a rocky quality. Flavors of citrus fruits, white peach and minerals carry through a long, spicy, gripping finish, which shows noteworthy calcaire lift.
  90 points
  Stephen Tanzer - Vinous

  Almost soft and white peachy on the nose. Good tension on the palate and some citrus but no matchstick and already accessible. Long and surprisingly open.
  17/20 points
  jancisrobinson.com

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  2020 Domaine Roux Pere et Fils Bourgogne Cote d’Or

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $69. 99

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  $839.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2024-2028)

  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Diam Cork

  The Roux family has been producing wine in Saint-Aubin since 1885 and is now run by fifth generation Mathieu and Sébastien Roux. Focusing on Domaine wines (70 hectares), they are restoring forgotten lieux-dits and making new acquisitions in Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin.
  Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Pear, nectarine and dried honey aromas are intermeshed with toasty oak, nougat and gun flint notes. The palate is well endowed with rich peach, pear and dried honey flavours which generate a creamy textural feel. Nougat, cashew and spice characters extend through the back half. Measured acidity lending freshness to the nicely fleshed medium to long finish.
  Drink over the next 3-4 years.
  Alc. 13%

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  2023 Domaine Schoffit Pinot Blanc Auxerrois Vieilles Vignes

  Alsace, FRANCE

  $34. 99

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  $419.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

  ABV: 13.5%

  Closure: Stelvin

  A rich, exotic and texturally viscous Alsace blend.

  A blend of Pinot Blanc and Auxerrois from vines averaging 50-70 years old grown on gravelly soil covered by loess in the Harth vineyard. Fermentation and aging takes place in stainless steel for a period of 11 months.
  Bright yellow straw colour with a watery hue. Ripe apple, baked pear and honeysuckle aromas engulf the nostrils with some quince and spice notes also evident. Rich and exotic, luscious ripe pear, red apple, tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavours are layered across the texturally viscous palate with impressive intensity. Delicate musk, quince and ginger spice elements sit in the background. Possessing outstanding power it has brisk underlying acidity and a long voluminous finish.
  Drink over the next 4-5 years.
  Alc. 13.5%

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  2014 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay

  Oregon, UNITED STATES

  $79. 99

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  $959.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2021-2022)

  ABV: 14.2%

  Closure: Cork

  Ranked #2 in Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2016!

  Sourced from vineyard sites in the Dundee Hills, Domaine Serene’s flagship Chardonnay is matured for 13 months in French oak of which 31% is new. Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Showing good intensity the nose offers up a complex bouquet of yellow peach and pear intermixed with bees wax followed by cashew, nougat, lightly toasted oak and spice. Rich, yet elegant with a creamy mouth coating texture the palate features a refined flavour profile of peaches and ripe pears overlaid with bees wax and spicy nougat followed by roasted almonds and more spice. Clean dry finish with good balanced acidity enlivening the back palate. Excellent length and persistence with a long aftertaste of pears laced with bees wax, cashew, nougat, roasted almonds and spice.
  Cellar 5-6 years.
  Alc 14.2%

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  Focused and expressive, this is layered with wet stone, tangy citrus, pear and green guava flavors that swirl through an expansive finish, gaining momentum and extra dimensions with each sip. Drink now through 2024.
  95 points
  Harvey Steiman - Wine Spectator

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  • Nick's Import

  2015 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay

  Oregon, UNITED STATES

  $99. 99

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  $1199.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2022-2023)

  ABV: 14.2%

  Closure: Cork

  Matured in French oak for 13 months of which 40% was new. Brilliant straw colour with a glimmer of green around the edges and a watery hue. Intense ripe peach aromas overlaid by dried honey and bees wax characters meld into traces of apricot, subtle toast, biscuity cashew like nuances and spice. Very rich, powerful and viscous in the mouth the palate is filled with ripe peach and subtle apricot flavours married to honeycomb and roasted almond characters with some biscuity nougat, bees wax and spice ensuing. Rich creamy texture showing lots of complexity and excellent depth, it finishes with a very lengthy aftertaste of ripe peaches, honeycomb, traces of apricot, biscuity nougat, bees wax and spicy roasted almonds. One for those who enjoy the fuller styles of Chardonnay.
  Cellar 5-6 years.
  Alc. 14.2%

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