Burgundy

Domaine JP Grossot Chablis 1er Cru Vaucoupin 2007

2010 - 2016

Sourced exclusively from 1.5ha within the 1er Cru vineyard ‘Vaucoupin’, situated 220m a.s.l with a southerly exposure on the hills outside the town of Chablis. Clean as a whistle on the nose, showing predominantly mineral aromas of flint and citrus fruit. A traditionally tight palate allows the nervy, limey acidity to shine through the green apples and stones on the palate. Lengthy, clean, and elegant.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£25.00 per bottle	£138.00	£23.00
	£270.00	£22.50

Domaine Jean-Pierre Grossot Chablis 1er Cru Les Fourneaux 2007

2010 - 2014

The Fourneaux vines are planted in soil made up predominantly from clay. 2/3 fermented in vat and 1/3 fermented in wood, then aged for 6 months in wood between 1 and 5 years old before back blending with the vat fermented wine. Pale lemon yellow with a hint of green, lively, fruity flavours with a hint of spice on the nose and honey richness on the palate, counterbalanced by a clean, crisp minerally character.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£23.00 per bottle	£23.00	n/a
	£129.00	£21.50
	£252.00	£21.00

Domaine Jean-Pierre Grossot Chablis 2007

2010 - 2012

Although Jean–Pierre Grossot’s Domaine totals 15ha we were very fortunate indeed to be able to obtain a modest allocation from Grossot, as worldwide demand for his wines is huge. Domaine Grossot combines great concentration and depth of flavour, with a fine minerally, steely quality, that is so unique to wines from this region. Made from old vines, the wine is beautifully balanced and elegant, with an exceptionally long finish.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£16.50 per bottle	£16.50	n/a
	£96.00	£16.00
	£186.00	£15.50

Joseph Drouhin Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc 2007

Drink 2010 - 2019

The name "mouches" means flies. There were once bee-hives in this sun-drenched "clos" (vineyard enclosure); the bees in the local dialect were called "mouches à miel" (honey flies), hence the name Clos des Mouches. It is one of the first vineyards acquired by Maurice Drouhin (the founder's son) in the 1920's. With great determination, he bought 41 different parcels from 8 proprietors. It is planted equally in red and white grapes and both wines have achieved mythical status for the House of Joseph Drouhin.

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£70.00 per bottle	£372.00	£62.00
	£732.00	£61.00

Joseph Drouhin Beaune Clos Des Mouches Rouge 2006

Optimum 2012 - 2017

The iconic Beaune Close des Mouches rouge from Drouhin is an exceptional wine.  100% Pinot Noir is expertly and lovingly vinified to produce a wine that adheres to every cliche attributed to fine red burgundy.  The 2006 vintage was very good and has resulted in a wine that will reward the patient as well as the impatient.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£52.00 per bottle	£282.00	£47.00
	£552.00	£46.00

Joseph Drouhin Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2006

The Grand Cru vineyard of Charmes is located below Chambertin, next to Griotte-Chambertin.
Perhpas there were "charmes" (beech trees) growing here at one time? Or were people just referring to the characteristics of the wine? A 19th Century official document does mention the "untilled land of charmes"...

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£79.00 per bottle	£420.00	£70.00
	£828.00	£69.00

Joseph Drouhin Chassagne-Montrachet 2007

Optimum 2010 - 2015

Drouhin's Chassagne-Montrachet 2007 is a generous and elegant wine. Light golden colour with an intense nose of spring flowers, brioche and citrus fruits. As the wine ages it will evolve nuances of hazelnut and spice. On the palate the is straightforward, with a good texture and obvious finessse. It has good long aftertaste where floral and gingerbread notes dominate.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£37.50 per bottle	£216.00	£36.00
	£420.00	£35.00

Joseph Drouhin Chorey Les Beaune Rouge 2007

2010 - 2012

The 2007 Chorey Les Beaune is a tender, aromatic wine with a medium body, supple tannins and balanced acidity. Very flavoursome with just a hint of blackberry. The 2007 is a lighter version than the 2006 but nevertheless will age well.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£18.00 per bottle	£105.00	£17.50
	£204.00	£17.00

Joseph Drouhin Cotes de Nuits Villages 2007

Lovely fresh Cotes de Nuits Rouge is a real treat, especially when it is as beautifully constructed as the offering from Joseph Drouhin. The 2007 has a bright ruby colour. On the nose there are intense aromas of wild cherry, a touch of licquorice and mild spices.On the palate there is excellent balance and great texture. Excellent!

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£17.00 per bottle	£99.00	£16.50
	£192.00	£16.00

Joseph Drouhin Laforet Bourgogne Blanc 2009

Enjoy 2010 - 2011

Laforêt Bourgogne Chardonnay is made with Chardonnay grapes sourced from the whole of Burgundy. Drouhin consider it their entry level white wine leading to further great white Burgundies.  But this is not a simplistic wine, to drink it provides the simple pleasures of a classic white Burgundy.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£11.00 per bottle	£63.00	£10.50
	£123.00	£10.25

Joseph Drouhin Laforet Bourgogne Rouge 2008

Enjoy 2010/2011

Laforet Bourgogne Rouge 2008  has the classic Drouhin combination of elegant fruit, a hint of spice and great structure.  Coming in at 12.5% abv it's the perfect lighter expression of Pinot Noir from Burgundy.

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£12.00 per bottle	£69.00	£11.50
	£132.00	£11.00

Joseph Drouhin Nuits St Georges 2007

Optimum 2010 - 2016

The 2007 Nuits St Georges from Drouhin has a lovely deep red colour. The aromas are powerful and elegant, with notes of cherry and blackberry, as well as hints of cedar wood evolving towards gamey touches. On the palate: beautiful balance between structure and softness. The long aftertaste is reminiscent of fruit syrups and mild spices.

RRP	Our price	Equivalent	Quantity
£35.00 per bottle	£198.00	£33.00
	£390.00	£32.50