The season was marked by sunshine, heat and a water deficit.

April and May were sunny and dry, allowing rapid vegetative development. Flowering went like clockwork at the end of May, which goes a long way towards explaining the vintage's earliness and high yields. June was also sunny on the whole, but the weather changed and a number of rainy spells put an end to the drought. The end of the month in particular saw very heavy rainfall totals, fortunately without any hail or flood damage in our areas. The rest of the summer was hot and dry, sometimes a little too much so, with a heatwave in mid-August that slowed down or blocked ripening.

The harvest began on August 29 in excellent conditions:

The weather was fine but not too hot, and the grapes were of good quality, not too large and of even ripeness. They required very little sorting. Alcoholic degrees were certainly high, with some appellations exceeding 14, but most were below this level, and some even below 13. This may reflect a sluggish ripening process, with no visible signs of water stress. Acidity levels are in the low-average range.

No problem with vinification...

Here and there, a few cuvées require more aeration. But no chaptalization; sometimes a marginal correction of acidity. Very good conditions, then, which enabled very little interventionist winemaking. Juice yields were at the low end of the average range, so the grapes were not waterlogged.

Surprises during « élevage »

At the end of the vinification process, the wines already seemed very drinkable and easy. Malolactic fermentation started almost immediately, and most of them finished before the end of the year. In principle, we don't like this too much, believing that a pause between the two fermentations is beneficial for the wine's structure. However, the first surprise was that this "malo" went virtually unnoticed during tasting and didn't seem to affect the wines. Then, spring and early summer confirm the widespread impression of the beginning of 2023: the wines became tighter, acquiring a verticality and structure unsuspected during vinification. This could also be observed in the analysis: pH levels did not increase between the beginning and end of malo, contrary to the rule. A phenomenon that occurs only once every 10 years...

So much so that this vintage, which started out soft and which we thought during vinification might lack nerve, has now become more assertive and structured. It seems complete and has a bright future ahead of it. With this aspect of things assured, the work in preparation for bottling consisted of relaxing the wines, opening them up, giving them time to observe and taste before launching them into their life in the bottle. All this was done to avoid too much "closure".

Although tasting recommendations will insist on a certain amount of ageing, it could well be that certain wines are good to drink at almost every stage of their evolution: flattering in their youth, acquiring tension with time while remaining balanced and approachable. An uncommon phenomenon, but made possible, if not probable, by the evolution observed in the cellar, and our after bottling tastings, already showing a nice integration.

Bourgogne Hautes de Côtes de Nuits « Clos St Philibert »

The nose is open, typical of "Clos St Phi": pebbles, yellow fruit and pear, with a few herbaceous aromas and a hint of vanilla.

The palate is beautifully balanced, with a round attack, just the right amount of concentration in the middle, and a tangy, citrusy finish.

A lively wine, not aggressive or biting, but rather exciting! In short, it's a vintage that's well representative of the appellation. It's set to refresh us for the next 10 years!

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Etienne Camuzet »

A lovely nose, opening with notes of strawberry and wild strawberry, then cherry, underpinned by a few acidulous and spicy aromas.

The palate is caressing, light and smooth, tasty, before a slightly more structured, acidic finish.

This really is a lovely wine, fine and complex for a Bourgogne, without austerity (the tannins are supple) but with a certain uprightness that suggests it will benefit from waiting a few years. Longer aging, up to 2035, is also quite conceivable.

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Hémisphère Nord »

The nose is open, with aromas of black fruit, particularly cherry; no new barrels were used on this cuvée, but there is a touch of more toasted wood, evoking licorice in particular.

The wine is caressing on the palate, with a fine initial texture but then more verticality and uprightness than the "Etienne Camuzet" cuvée. The finish is a little shorter.

A beautiful energy, a wine that also seems good to drink, with a certain lightness that gives it drive! It can be drunk from 2025 onwards.

MARSANNAY

The nose gradually opens up with aeration, developing notes of black fruit, with vegetal touches and a slightly toasted woodiness.

The palate is supple at first, but soon appears rather vertical, with an acidic and tannic structure that appears from the middle of the tasting. These elements remain present on the finish, without dominating.

This wine seems a little reserved today, but has great potential; it would therefore be wiser to wait until 2027 before drinking it.

FIXIN

A medium-intensity nose of red and black fruits with jammy notes and lightly toasted wood. An already delicious start!

The palate is full and lush, the mid-palate texture caressing, before a finish where more pronounced tannins tighten the overall impression.

So many assets for this charming wine, but perhaps a little less integrated at this stage than usual. Here too, waiting until 2027 will be beneficial.

NUITS ST GEORGES 

Logically, given the presence of new barrels, the nose opens with sweet (vanilla, caramel) but well-integrated notes. Then the fruit appears, with a variety of red and black fruits, as well as a more surprising but very pleasant hint of iodine.

The palate is very caressing, ample, giving a sensation of lusciousness, before a fresh and always tasty finish.

It's a wine that's both pleasant and complex, with good concentration and length. What's astonishing is that it's still very approachable - you're already enjoying it! It can also be kept for 10 years if you prefer.

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN

The first nose is mentholated, with hints of smoky black tea, then with aeration, some fruits. The whole is charming and appetizing, though still a little discreet.

The palate is compact and concentrated. The texture is fine, but at the same time there's a certain verticality, with fruits expressing themselves more than on the nose, and the tasting ends on slightly tight tannins.

Promising balance, more vivacity and firmness than the Nuits, so waiting a little is advised. From 2027.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 
A pretty, open, gourmand nose greets you with notes of cherry, black fruit and pastry; then we discover a slightly smoky, spicy aspect, which brings additional freshness in support. 

The palate is caressing from the start, the mid-palate savory, all very fresh, from start to finish.

It's an easy, seductive wine, with great energy and an ethereal quality that makes it easy to drink. Well in line with its predecessors, we still recommend waiting a few years, despite its approachability. From 2027.

 

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY

Lovely, open nose, dominated by ripe red fruits, enhanced by spices, some herbaceous notes and well-integrated wood.

On the palate, a fine texture, some amplitude and caressing tannins, good fruit vivacity... But also a certain tension and shyness, tannins a little tight in the finish... suggesting that the wine is not fully expressing itself today.

But it doesn't need much to reach its potential and express a harmony we feel is close at hand: a few years of aging... From 2028-2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX ARGILLAS :

The nose is open and powerful, evoking red and black fruits (blueberry), supported by a slight sweetness, which accentuates the gourmandise!

The palate is beautifully textured, with caressing tannins that are more voluptuous than usual for this wine. However, its characteristic acidity returns on the finish.

Despite its extrovert side, it would be wise to wait a few years before tasting it, for a better integration of the freshness. From 2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS :

The aromas are blacker and darker than Nuits Boudots. These two wines are often compared... Also open, the Murgers has a more pronounced spiciness and mintiness, with aromas of black fruit and licorice. In any case, it shows great complexity right from the opening.

On the palate, a very fine texture, generous but dense and collected. A certain straightforwardness from the middle of the tasting, though brightened by the fruit, which expresses itself almost more than on the nose. The finish is tight but long.

A very fine wine, which has everything to become great... Even if we already appreciate its power and energy today, a few years should give it additional integration and, therefore, complexity. Ideally not before 2034.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU LES PERRIÈRES

A very open wine right from the start! A variety of red fruits, supported by sweet aromas (almond, nougat) explode into a beautiful bouquet.

The palate is more compact than the nose would suggest, with a lovely texture, caressing tannins and a delicious mid-palate... Only the finish is slightly tight, carried by acidity and enhanced by spicy notes.

This is a very elegant wine, albeit with a certain tension and a little more density than usual. It should therefore be waited for to be tasted at its peak. From 2028.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS

The bouquet is very seductive, with a nose of cherry and pastry aromas that make it insanely gourmand. A slight hint of smokiness and spiciness, of black tea, adds even more complexity.

This wine also has a lovely mouthfeel, with caressing tannins and a full, palate-coating texture. The finish is slightly tight, but neither biting nor strict.

As always, this is a generous wine which, although it seems accessible today, can still develop. Wait until 2030.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FEUSSELOTTES

Right away, beautiful aromas of black and red fruits. Vegetal and smoky notes add complexity to this already charming ensemble!

The palate is full-bodied, rather dense and deep. The tannins are caressing, but the finish is tighter than the Chambolle Cras and the wood is still a little present.

This wine clearly has great potential, but with its slight residual austerity, it will need ageing to fully integrate. From 2028.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CRAS

The first nose is open and expressive, revealing cherries, a slight sweetness and, gradually, a mentholated, spicy edge. It's already very tasty!

On the palate, there's a lovely texture and quite some density also, but the wine remains very charming and finishes on a very pleasant saline impression.

It's hard to resist this wine, which is almost approachable right now! However, a little ageing to fully integrate it is recommended. From 2026.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FUEES

The first nose is shy: some black fruits, smoky and spicy notes, menthol, which gives an impression of freshness (although not from whole grapes).

On the palate, despite its roundness and silky texture, the wine appears compact and doesn't fully open up. The finish, however, is not devoid of pleasure, with good length and freshness.

Overall, this wine shows good balance, and appears fine and charming as a Chambolle should be. It needs to relax a little, and a few years' ageing should help achieve this. From 2029-30.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CHARMES

The nose is complex: black and red fruits, smoky tea, licorice, peppermint, spices... Quite rich and exotic!

The palate is smooth, full and powerful, without being heavy. The finish is slightly tannic, with noticeable tannins.

This wine makes a very good impression: friendly, but with potential and tension, it therefore needs ageing to be fully appreciated. From 2029.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES : 

The bouquet, full and seductive, is imposing from the outset: red and black fruits, notably cherry, sweet aromas of almond and brown sugar, a hint of menthol...

The palate is more compact: lots of finesse but also straightforwardness, which suggests that this wine is not yet fully open. The finish is long and the tannins caressing, with perhaps a more marked presence of wood.

A lot of deliciousness for this emblematic cuvée of our estate and village, favored by a beautiful maturity and tempered by the natural delicacy of this appellation. This promises great balance and tasting pleasure in the long term. From 2030 minimum.

CORTON PERRIÈRES

The nose is also very open, expressing cherry and black fruit, as well as a darker side of licorice and smoky notes. There's a hint of herbs (mint, eucalyptus), sugar (brown sugar) and wood.

The palate combines straightforwardness and texture: compact, fresh, with a tannic presence that gives it a serious side, all the while benefiting from a beautiful envelope.

It's a powerful wine, quite imposing overall, with noticeable tannins, so it has to wait. But it's already delivering well and showing good balance. From 2030.

CORTON LA VIGNE AU SAINT

Black fruit, licorice, a touch of violet and cherry brandy, a peppery edge reminiscent of Syrah... All these elements make up a complex, seductive nose.

On the palate, finesse dominates, with a certain uprightness, a tasty mid-palate and a fresh, spicy finish.

The 2022 vintage offers a typical expression of this usually fine, caressing wine with lovely balance. It can be opened in a year or two, out of curiosity, but to reach its full potential, it should be aged for at least 7 or 8 years.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET

The first impression on the nose is one of deliciousness and power: ripe red fruit, smoky notes, but also freshness, which provides a welcome support.

On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, round and enveloping, and unfolds throughout the tasting. The finish is mineral and tightly wound, supporting the wine without weighing it down.

Here too, a Corton Rognet in the grand tradition of this majestic wine, with obvious potential. Despite its current seductiveness, you'll have to wait and see: the only downside currently is that the oak still needs to be fully integrated. From 2030.

CHARMES CHAMBERTIN

The nose is open, with red berries and a candied, gourmand quality. A touch of menthol and floral notes add a touch of freshness.

The palate is generous on the attack: full-bodied, lush, with caressing tannins. After this fine start, the mid-palate is more discreet but nonetheless tasty. The finish is tighter, but helps to sustain and lift the wine.

A very fine wine indeed, with many assets but still lacking a little integration. Count on another 5 to 10 years for all the elements to fall into place, guaranteeing a magnificent tasting experience!

CLOS VOUGEOT

Open nose of black fruit: cherry, blueberry, raspberry; supporting notes of liquorice, vanilla wood; a little seriousness too, with smoky, spicy notes.

The palate is characterized by deliciousness, immediately tempered by finesse and elegance, with a certain straightforwardness and precision. The finish is rather mineral and serious, with some woody notes yet to be integrated.

A very fine, caressing wine, still a little compact, but in any case very true to itself. It needs to develop a patina and integrate certain elements that are still a little too obvious, but we can see a first tasting window between 2026 and 2028 and a second from 2034 onwards.

ÉCHEZEAUX
A truly seductive, even enchanting nose, with a variety of aromas: black and red fruit of course, violet, zest, spices, tobacco and more...  

The palate is very caressing yet compact, at least in keeping with the nose. There's a great deal of precision and an energetic finish, all of which remains seductive; no harshness to be feared.

A very fine wine, currently demonstrative, but which still needs to wait (2030 or more likely 2032) to integrate some elements that are still a little too prominent today.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AUX BRULÉES

Here too, the nose is very open, leaning more towards ripe red fruit, with herbaceous (rhubarb), spicy and gourmand (praline, caramel) touches.

Very fine, full-bodied mouthfeel, in keeping with the nose; a lot of body and tenderness in this wine, with a fresh, spicy finish showing caressing tannins.

There's an easier, more affordable side to this wine than usual, and there's probably a tasting window (with careful aeration) on the Clos Vougeot model: first between 2026 and 2028, then from 2034 onwards.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AU CROS PARANTOUX

This wine shows a lot from the outset, its nose is complex and rewarding: concentrated, ripe black fruits, even reminiscent of Syrah in some respects; notes of tea, spices, a touch of citrus and herbs reminiscent of geranium... In short, it's worthy of a great perfume.

On the palate, the texture gives an impression of depth and power. Then, quite quickly, the acidity appears and dominates the end of the tasting.

The wine obviously has the body and concentration to integrate this acidity, but it will take time and patience (unless you want to enjoy the aromas) to wait until at least 2034.

RICHEBOURG

The nose is darker than that of previous wines: black fruits, notes of truffle, meat, a smoky aspect from the barrel... give a very deep character to this first contact.

On the palate, a very fine texture at the start, leaving an impression of softness; the middle of the tasting is fine and savory, before a tighter, very long finish.

Not really closed but still a little reserved, this is a solid wine with a promising future. There's no point in opening it now, as it should only reach its full potential from 2035 onwards.

The season was marked by sunshine, heat and a water deficit.

April and May were sunny and dry, allowing rapid vegetative development. Flowering went like clockwork at the end of May, which goes a long way towards explaining the vintage's earliness and high yields. June was also sunny on the whole, but the weather changed and a number of rainy spells put an end to the drought. The end of the month in particular saw very heavy rainfall totals, fortunately without any hail or flood damage in our areas. The rest of the summer was hot and dry, sometimes a little too much so, with a heatwave in mid-August that slowed down or blocked ripening.

The harvest began on August 29 in excellent conditions:

The weather was fine but not too hot, and the grapes were of good quality, not too large and of even ripeness. They required very little sorting. Alcoholic degrees were certainly high, with some appellations exceeding 14, but most were below this level, and some even below 13. This may reflect a sluggish ripening process, with no visible signs of water stress. Acidity levels are in the low-average range.

No problem with vinification...

Here and there, a few cuvées require more aeration. But no chaptalization; sometimes a marginal correction of acidity. Very good conditions, then, which enabled very little interventionist winemaking. Juice yields were at the low end of the average range, so the grapes were not waterlogged.

Surprises during « élevage »

At the end of the vinification process, the wines already seemed very drinkable and easy. Malolactic fermentation started almost immediately, and most of them finished before the end of the year. In principle, we don't like this too much, believing that a pause between the two fermentations is beneficial for the wine's structure. However, the first surprise was that this "malo" went virtually unnoticed during tasting and didn't seem to affect the wines. Then, spring and early summer confirm the widespread impression of the beginning of 2023: the wines became tighter, acquiring a verticality and structure unsuspected during vinification. This could also be observed in the analysis: pH levels did not increase between the beginning and end of malo, contrary to the rule. A phenomenon that occurs only once every 10 years...

So much so that this vintage, which started out soft and which we thought during vinification might lack nerve, has now become more assertive and structured. It seems complete and has a bright future ahead of it. With this aspect of things assured, the work in preparation for bottling consisted of relaxing the wines, opening them up, giving them time to observe and taste before launching them into their life in the bottle. All this was done to avoid too much "closure".

Although tasting recommendations will insist on a certain amount of ageing, it could well be that certain wines are good to drink at almost every stage of their evolution: flattering in their youth, acquiring tension with time while remaining balanced and approachable. An uncommon phenomenon, but made possible, if not probable, by the evolution observed in the cellar, and our after bottling tastings, already showing a nice integration.

Bourgogne Hautes de Côtes de Nuits « Clos St Philibert »

The nose is open, typical of "Clos St Phi": pebbles, yellow fruit and pear, with a few herbaceous aromas and a hint of vanilla.

The palate is beautifully balanced, with a round attack, just the right amount of concentration in the middle, and a tangy, citrusy finish.

A lively wine, not aggressive or biting, but rather exciting! In short, it's a vintage that's well representative of the appellation. It's set to refresh us for the next 10 years!

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Etienne Camuzet »

A lovely nose, opening with notes of strawberry and wild strawberry, then cherry, underpinned by a few acidulous and spicy aromas.

The palate is caressing, light and smooth, tasty, before a slightly more structured, acidic finish.

This really is a lovely wine, fine and complex for a Bourgogne, without austerity (the tannins are supple) but with a certain uprightness that suggests it will benefit from waiting a few years. Longer aging, up to 2035, is also quite conceivable.

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Hémisphère Nord »

The nose is open, with aromas of black fruit, particularly cherry; no new barrels were used on this cuvée, but there is a touch of more toasted wood, evoking licorice in particular.

The wine is caressing on the palate, with a fine initial texture but then more verticality and uprightness than the "Etienne Camuzet" cuvée. The finish is a little shorter.

A beautiful energy, a wine that also seems good to drink, with a certain lightness that gives it drive! It can be drunk from 2025 onwards.

MARSANNAY

The nose gradually opens up with aeration, developing notes of black fruit, with vegetal touches and a slightly toasted woodiness.

The palate is supple at first, but soon appears rather vertical, with an acidic and tannic structure that appears from the middle of the tasting. These elements remain present on the finish, without dominating.

This wine seems a little reserved today, but has great potential; it would therefore be wiser to wait until 2027 before drinking it.

FIXIN

A medium-intensity nose of red and black fruits with jammy notes and lightly toasted wood. An already delicious start!

The palate is full and lush, the mid-palate texture caressing, before a finish where more pronounced tannins tighten the overall impression.

So many assets for this charming wine, but perhaps a little less integrated at this stage than usual. Here too, waiting until 2027 will be beneficial.

NUITS ST GEORGES 

Logically, given the presence of new barrels, the nose opens with sweet (vanilla, caramel) but well-integrated notes. Then the fruit appears, with a variety of red and black fruits, as well as a more surprising but very pleasant hint of iodine.

The palate is very caressing, ample, giving a sensation of lusciousness, before a fresh and always tasty finish.

It's a wine that's both pleasant and complex, with good concentration and length. What's astonishing is that it's still very approachable - you're already enjoying it! It can also be kept for 10 years if you prefer.

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN

The first nose is mentholated, with hints of smoky black tea, then with aeration, some fruits. The whole is charming and appetizing, though still a little discreet.

The palate is compact and concentrated. The texture is fine, but at the same time there's a certain verticality, with fruits expressing themselves more than on the nose, and the tasting ends on slightly tight tannins.

Promising balance, more vivacity and firmness than the Nuits, so waiting a little is advised. From 2027.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 
A pretty, open, gourmand nose greets you with notes of cherry, black fruit and pastry; then we discover a slightly smoky, spicy aspect, which brings additional freshness in support. 

The palate is caressing from the start, the mid-palate savory, all very fresh, from start to finish.

It's an easy, seductive wine, with great energy and an ethereal quality that makes it easy to drink. Well in line with its predecessors, we still recommend waiting a few years, despite its approachability. From 2027.

 

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY

Lovely, open nose, dominated by ripe red fruits, enhanced by spices, some herbaceous notes and well-integrated wood.

On the palate, a fine texture, some amplitude and caressing tannins, good fruit vivacity... But also a certain tension and shyness, tannins a little tight in the finish... suggesting that the wine is not fully expressing itself today.

But it doesn't need much to reach its potential and express a harmony we feel is close at hand: a few years of aging... From 2028-2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX ARGILLAS :

The nose is open and powerful, evoking red and black fruits (blueberry), supported by a slight sweetness, which accentuates the gourmandise!

The palate is beautifully textured, with caressing tannins that are more voluptuous than usual for this wine. However, its characteristic acidity returns on the finish.

Despite its extrovert side, it would be wise to wait a few years before tasting it, for a better integration of the freshness. From 2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS :

The aromas are blacker and darker than Nuits Boudots. These two wines are often compared... Also open, the Murgers has a more pronounced spiciness and mintiness, with aromas of black fruit and licorice. In any case, it shows great complexity right from the opening.

On the palate, a very fine texture, generous but dense and collected. A certain straightforwardness from the middle of the tasting, though brightened by the fruit, which expresses itself almost more than on the nose. The finish is tight but long.

A very fine wine, which has everything to become great... Even if we already appreciate its power and energy today, a few years should give it additional integration and, therefore, complexity. Ideally not before 2034.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU LES PERRIÈRES

A very open wine right from the start! A variety of red fruits, supported by sweet aromas (almond, nougat) explode into a beautiful bouquet.

The palate is more compact than the nose would suggest, with a lovely texture, caressing tannins and a delicious mid-palate... Only the finish is slightly tight, carried by acidity and enhanced by spicy notes.

This is a very elegant wine, albeit with a certain tension and a little more density than usual. It should therefore be waited for to be tasted at its peak. From 2028.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS

The bouquet is very seductive, with a nose of cherry and pastry aromas that make it insanely gourmand. A slight hint of smokiness and spiciness, of black tea, adds even more complexity.

This wine also has a lovely mouthfeel, with caressing tannins and a full, palate-coating texture. The finish is slightly tight, but neither biting nor strict.

As always, this is a generous wine which, although it seems accessible today, can still develop. Wait until 2030.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FEUSSELOTTES

Right away, beautiful aromas of black and red fruits. Vegetal and smoky notes add complexity to this already charming ensemble!

The palate is full-bodied, rather dense and deep. The tannins are caressing, but the finish is tighter than the Chambolle Cras and the wood is still a little present.

This wine clearly has great potential, but with its slight residual austerity, it will need ageing to fully integrate. From 2028.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CRAS

The first nose is open and expressive, revealing cherries, a slight sweetness and, gradually, a mentholated, spicy edge. It's already very tasty!

On the palate, there's a lovely texture and quite some density also, but the wine remains very charming and finishes on a very pleasant saline impression.

It's hard to resist this wine, which is almost approachable right now! However, a little ageing to fully integrate it is recommended. From 2026.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FUEES

The first nose is shy: some black fruits, smoky and spicy notes, menthol, which gives an impression of freshness (although not from whole grapes).

On the palate, despite its roundness and silky texture, the wine appears compact and doesn't fully open up. The finish, however, is not devoid of pleasure, with good length and freshness.

Overall, this wine shows good balance, and appears fine and charming as a Chambolle should be. It needs to relax a little, and a few years' ageing should help achieve this. From 2029-30.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CHARMES

The nose is complex: black and red fruits, smoky tea, licorice, peppermint, spices... Quite rich and exotic!

The palate is smooth, full and powerful, without being heavy. The finish is slightly tannic, with noticeable tannins.

This wine makes a very good impression: friendly, but with potential and tension, it therefore needs ageing to be fully appreciated. From 2029.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES : 

The bouquet, full and seductive, is imposing from the outset: red and black fruits, notably cherry, sweet aromas of almond and brown sugar, a hint of menthol...

The palate is more compact: lots of finesse but also straightforwardness, which suggests that this wine is not yet fully open. The finish is long and the tannins caressing, with perhaps a more marked presence of wood.

A lot of deliciousness for this emblematic cuvée of our estate and village, favored by a beautiful maturity and tempered by the natural delicacy of this appellation. This promises great balance and tasting pleasure in the long term. From 2030 minimum.

CORTON PERRIÈRES

The nose is also very open, expressing cherry and black fruit, as well as a darker side of licorice and smoky notes. There's a hint of herbs (mint, eucalyptus), sugar (brown sugar) and wood.

The palate combines straightforwardness and texture: compact, fresh, with a tannic presence that gives it a serious side, all the while benefiting from a beautiful envelope.

It's a powerful wine, quite imposing overall, with noticeable tannins, so it has to wait. But it's already delivering well and showing good balance. From 2030.

CORTON LA VIGNE AU SAINT

Black fruit, licorice, a touch of violet and cherry brandy, a peppery edge reminiscent of Syrah... All these elements make up a complex, seductive nose.

On the palate, finesse dominates, with a certain uprightness, a tasty mid-palate and a fresh, spicy finish.

The 2022 vintage offers a typical expression of this usually fine, caressing wine with lovely balance. It can be opened in a year or two, out of curiosity, but to reach its full potential, it should be aged for at least 7 or 8 years.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET

The first impression on the nose is one of deliciousness and power: ripe red fruit, smoky notes, but also freshness, which provides a welcome support.

On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, round and enveloping, and unfolds throughout the tasting. The finish is mineral and tightly wound, supporting the wine without weighing it down.

Here too, a Corton Rognet in the grand tradition of this majestic wine, with obvious potential. Despite its current seductiveness, you'll have to wait and see: the only downside currently is that the oak still needs to be fully integrated. From 2030.

CHARMES CHAMBERTIN

The nose is open, with red berries and a candied, gourmand quality. A touch of menthol and floral notes add a touch of freshness.

The palate is generous on the attack: full-bodied, lush, with caressing tannins. After this fine start, the mid-palate is more discreet but nonetheless tasty. The finish is tighter, but helps to sustain and lift the wine.

A very fine wine indeed, with many assets but still lacking a little integration. Count on another 5 to 10 years for all the elements to fall into place, guaranteeing a magnificent tasting experience!

CLOS VOUGEOT

Open nose of black fruit: cherry, blueberry, raspberry; supporting notes of liquorice, vanilla wood; a little seriousness too, with smoky, spicy notes.

The palate is characterized by deliciousness, immediately tempered by finesse and elegance, with a certain straightforwardness and precision. The finish is rather mineral and serious, with some woody notes yet to be integrated.

A very fine, caressing wine, still a little compact, but in any case very true to itself. It needs to develop a patina and integrate certain elements that are still a little too obvious, but we can see a first tasting window between 2026 and 2028 and a second from 2034 onwards.

ÉCHEZEAUX
A truly seductive, even enchanting nose, with a variety of aromas: black and red fruit of course, violet, zest, spices, tobacco and more...  

The palate is very caressing yet compact, at least in keeping with the nose. There's a great deal of precision and an energetic finish, all of which remains seductive; no harshness to be feared.

A very fine wine, currently demonstrative, but which still needs to wait (2030 or more likely 2032) to integrate some elements that are still a little too prominent today.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AUX BRULÉES

Here too, the nose is very open, leaning more towards ripe red fruit, with herbaceous (rhubarb), spicy and gourmand (praline, caramel) touches.

Very fine, full-bodied mouthfeel, in keeping with the nose; a lot of body and tenderness in this wine, with a fresh, spicy finish showing caressing tannins.

There's an easier, more affordable side to this wine than usual, and there's probably a tasting window (with careful aeration) on the Clos Vougeot model: first between 2026 and 2028, then from 2034 onwards.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AU CROS PARANTOUX

This wine shows a lot from the outset, its nose is complex and rewarding: concentrated, ripe black fruits, even reminiscent of Syrah in some respects; notes of tea, spices, a touch of citrus and herbs reminiscent of geranium... In short, it's worthy of a great perfume.

On the palate, the texture gives an impression of depth and power. Then, quite quickly, the acidity appears and dominates the end of the tasting.

The wine obviously has the body and concentration to integrate this acidity, but it will take time and patience (unless you want to enjoy the aromas) to wait until at least 2034.

RICHEBOURG

The nose is darker than that of previous wines: black fruits, notes of truffle, meat, a smoky aspect from the barrel... give a very deep character to this first contact.

On the palate, a very fine texture at the start, leaving an impression of softness; the middle of the tasting is fine and savory, before a tighter, very long finish.

Not really closed but still a little reserved, this is a solid wine with a promising future. There's no point in opening it now, as it should only reach its full potential from 2035 onwards.

CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY 

A nose expressing at first notes of reduction (terrine, game) but which opens very quickly on ripe black fruits, with a touch of currant too. Spicy and mentholated compounds and a well integrated wood complete the ensemble.


The attack in mouth is lively and frank. Immediately afterwards, rather tight tannins signal themselves and launch a finish that does not lack elegance even if it remains a bit austere.


A wine still in transition, to be left aside for the moment even if a decanting would surely do it a lot of good.

VOSNE ROMANÉE 

The nose is quite open but remains discreet, with slightly stewed red fruits. 


The mouth is pleasant, round, melted and gourmand. A touch of acidity gives it relief and straightness, until a slightly tight but lively finish.


The whole is very fine and accessible, harmonious, less "strong" than the Chambolle and rather ready to drink. 

VOSNE ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES 

Nice open nose of very ripe fruits such as fig. But mentholated, spicy, blond tobacco notes and a well-integrated woodiness give it complexity and intensity. 


The palate starts with a very fine attack, well in the style of the terroir; it widens and reveals a long and acidic finish, not lacking in firmness. The wood is still very present and needs to melt. 


A young, dynamic, seductive and friendly wine, but still under construction and which will benefit from additional aging. 

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU 

A generous and even intense nose, where after a touch of reduction, beautiful aromas of ripe black fruits are revealed. The oakiness is quite present through notes of toast and smoke. 


The mouth is ample, enveloping, very pleasant. The tannins are caressing, the finish juicy. 


The whole composes a gourmand wine, accessible, that can still be drunk young. Nice future in perspective, an additional ageing will allow to integrate a wood still a bit present for some palates.

 
NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS 

A nose full of subtlety, aromas that sometimes need to be uncovered but which end up composing a rich bouquet of black fruits, touches of menthol, aniseed, vanilla... A slight evolution adds complexity.


Very caressing in the mouth, a real velvet touch! Liveliness, subtle and melted tannins compose a structured wine without having the air of it. Very nice length on the finish, with energy. 


Finesse from start to finish for this wine which, although delicious now, has not yet revealed its full potential. It has power in reserve and will make a superb bottle in 10 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS 

The nose is very open and intense: black and red fruits, a nice vanilla oakiness, aromas of pastry ... It is already very gourmand! All the more so as, with aeration, it opens up and gains in expression.


In the mouth, a very nice texture at the beginning, a lot of volume, then the wine continues in a generous, racy, fresh register until an integrated final, on beautiful young and distinguished tannins.


This ensemble is very seductive, of course this wine has everything to age well but one wonders how it could do better? It already has a lot of harmony and shows a certain magic, the terroir which makes its demonstration, no doubt... 

CORTON PERRIÈRES 

An open nose, albeit subtle, offering aromas of red fruits (red currant, cherry in brandy), spices, menthol and integrated oakiness. 


On the palate, a certain restraint at first; more volume and depth as the tasting progresses, to finish on sharp but tasty tannins. Also, a nice impression of freshness.


Overall, a balanced wine, rather attractive, with minerality and a nice length in the mouth. We think it will continue to progress in the coming years.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET 

An open nose but with some reduction, which expresses itself by an animal side. Then, it opens on aromas of red and black fruits, flowers and spicy/woody touches.


The mouth is very full, concentrated, rich. It manages not to be imposing while gaining in texture during the tasting! The finish is on the fruitiness and allows to finish on a savory sensation.


Very nice and generous wine, which has everything to offer. And yet, it will gain even more with ageing, which should open up the aromatics.

CLOS VOUGEOT 

From the start, very nice aromas of fresh red fruits; a slight vegetal note, some sweet notes compose a nice, seductive, gourmand set!


The mouth is voluminous while being very fine, we find a beautiful energy and tannins all in lace which bring a gourmand and long final.


It is truly a charming wine, already very much in place, which excites the senses! To drink before it closes ?

VOSNE ROMANÉE 1ER CRU AUX BRULÉES 

At first impression, black fruits; then spicy, peppery touches, a sensation of sweetness indicating a well-integrated oakiness. However, a certain general restraint. 


On the other hand, very gourmand and generous in the mouth. What a beautiful and majestic wine! We crunch the fruits in an enveloping texture and caressing tannins, with a great length.


It is a ripe, fleshy and deep wine, all in majesty, which can be tasted very well today but could wait: the reward would be more subtlety and perhaps vivacity.

The season was marked by sunshine, heat and a water deficit.

April and May were sunny and dry, allowing rapid vegetative development. Flowering went like clockwork at the end of May, which goes a long way towards explaining the vintage's earliness and high yields. June was also sunny on the whole, but the weather changed and a number of rainy spells put an end to the drought. The end of the month in particular saw very heavy rainfall totals, fortunately without any hail or flood damage in our areas. The rest of the summer was hot and dry, sometimes a little too much so, with a heatwave in mid-August that slowed down or blocked ripening.

The harvest began on August 29 in excellent conditions:

The weather was fine but not too hot, and the grapes were of good quality, not too large and of even ripeness. They required very little sorting. Alcoholic degrees were certainly high, with some appellations exceeding 14, but most were below this level, and some even below 13. This may reflect a sluggish ripening process, with no visible signs of water stress. Acidity levels are in the low-average range.

No problem with vinification...

Here and there, a few cuvées require more aeration. But no chaptalization; sometimes a marginal correction of acidity. Very good conditions, then, which enabled very little interventionist winemaking. Juice yields were at the low end of the average range, so the grapes were not waterlogged.

Surprises during « élevage »

At the end of the vinification process, the wines already seemed very drinkable and easy. Malolactic fermentation started almost immediately, and most of them finished before the end of the year. In principle, we don't like this too much, believing that a pause between the two fermentations is beneficial for the wine's structure. However, the first surprise was that this "malo" went virtually unnoticed during tasting and didn't seem to affect the wines. Then, spring and early summer confirm the widespread impression of the beginning of 2023: the wines became tighter, acquiring a verticality and structure unsuspected during vinification. This could also be observed in the analysis: pH levels did not increase between the beginning and end of malo, contrary to the rule. A phenomenon that occurs only once every 10 years...

So much so that this vintage, which started out soft and which we thought during vinification might lack nerve, has now become more assertive and structured. It seems complete and has a bright future ahead of it. With this aspect of things assured, the work in preparation for bottling consisted of relaxing the wines, opening them up, giving them time to observe and taste before launching them into their life in the bottle. All this was done to avoid too much "closure".

Although tasting recommendations will insist on a certain amount of ageing, it could well be that certain wines are good to drink at almost every stage of their evolution: flattering in their youth, acquiring tension with time while remaining balanced and approachable. An uncommon phenomenon, but made possible, if not probable, by the evolution observed in the cellar, and our after bottling tastings, already showing a nice integration.

Bourgogne Hautes de Côtes de Nuits « Clos St Philibert »

The nose is open, typical of "Clos St Phi": pebbles, yellow fruit and pear, with a few herbaceous aromas and a hint of vanilla.

The palate is beautifully balanced, with a round attack, just the right amount of concentration in the middle, and a tangy, citrusy finish.

A lively wine, not aggressive or biting, but rather exciting! In short, it's a vintage that's well representative of the appellation. It's set to refresh us for the next 10 years!

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Etienne Camuzet »

A lovely nose, opening with notes of strawberry and wild strawberry, then cherry, underpinned by a few acidulous and spicy aromas.

The palate is caressing, light and smooth, tasty, before a slightly more structured, acidic finish.

This really is a lovely wine, fine and complex for a Bourgogne, without austerity (the tannins are supple) but with a certain uprightness that suggests it will benefit from waiting a few years. Longer aging, up to 2035, is also quite conceivable.

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR ROUGE « Hémisphère Nord »

The nose is open, with aromas of black fruit, particularly cherry; no new barrels were used on this cuvée, but there is a touch of more toasted wood, evoking licorice in particular.

The wine is caressing on the palate, with a fine initial texture but then more verticality and uprightness than the "Etienne Camuzet" cuvée. The finish is a little shorter.

A beautiful energy, a wine that also seems good to drink, with a certain lightness that gives it drive! It can be drunk from 2025 onwards.

MARSANNAY

The nose gradually opens up with aeration, developing notes of black fruit, with vegetal touches and a slightly toasted woodiness.

The palate is supple at first, but soon appears rather vertical, with an acidic and tannic structure that appears from the middle of the tasting. These elements remain present on the finish, without dominating.

This wine seems a little reserved today, but has great potential; it would therefore be wiser to wait until 2027 before drinking it.

FIXIN

A medium-intensity nose of red and black fruits with jammy notes and lightly toasted wood. An already delicious start!

The palate is full and lush, the mid-palate texture caressing, before a finish where more pronounced tannins tighten the overall impression.

So many assets for this charming wine, but perhaps a little less integrated at this stage than usual. Here too, waiting until 2027 will be beneficial.

NUITS ST GEORGES 

Logically, given the presence of new barrels, the nose opens with sweet (vanilla, caramel) but well-integrated notes. Then the fruit appears, with a variety of red and black fruits, as well as a more surprising but very pleasant hint of iodine.

The palate is very caressing, ample, giving a sensation of lusciousness, before a fresh and always tasty finish.

It's a wine that's both pleasant and complex, with good concentration and length. What's astonishing is that it's still very approachable - you're already enjoying it! It can also be kept for 10 years if you prefer.

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN

The first nose is mentholated, with hints of smoky black tea, then with aeration, some fruits. The whole is charming and appetizing, though still a little discreet.

The palate is compact and concentrated. The texture is fine, but at the same time there's a certain verticality, with fruits expressing themselves more than on the nose, and the tasting ends on slightly tight tannins.

Promising balance, more vivacity and firmness than the Nuits, so waiting a little is advised. From 2027.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 
A pretty, open, gourmand nose greets you with notes of cherry, black fruit and pastry; then we discover a slightly smoky, spicy aspect, which brings additional freshness in support. 

The palate is caressing from the start, the mid-palate savory, all very fresh, from start to finish.

It's an easy, seductive wine, with great energy and an ethereal quality that makes it easy to drink. Well in line with its predecessors, we still recommend waiting a few years, despite its approachability. From 2027.

 

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY

Lovely, open nose, dominated by ripe red fruits, enhanced by spices, some herbaceous notes and well-integrated wood.

On the palate, a fine texture, some amplitude and caressing tannins, good fruit vivacity... But also a certain tension and shyness, tannins a little tight in the finish... suggesting that the wine is not fully expressing itself today.

But it doesn't need much to reach its potential and express a harmony we feel is close at hand: a few years of aging... From 2028-2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX ARGILLAS :

The nose is open and powerful, evoking red and black fruits (blueberry), supported by a slight sweetness, which accentuates the gourmandise!

The palate is beautifully textured, with caressing tannins that are more voluptuous than usual for this wine. However, its characteristic acidity returns on the finish.

Despite its extrovert side, it would be wise to wait a few years before tasting it, for a better integration of the freshness. From 2029.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS :

The aromas are blacker and darker than Nuits Boudots. These two wines are often compared... Also open, the Murgers has a more pronounced spiciness and mintiness, with aromas of black fruit and licorice. In any case, it shows great complexity right from the opening.

On the palate, a very fine texture, generous but dense and collected. A certain straightforwardness from the middle of the tasting, though brightened by the fruit, which expresses itself almost more than on the nose. The finish is tight but long.

A very fine wine, which has everything to become great... Even if we already appreciate its power and energy today, a few years should give it additional integration and, therefore, complexity. Ideally not before 2034.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU LES PERRIÈRES

A very open wine right from the start! A variety of red fruits, supported by sweet aromas (almond, nougat) explode into a beautiful bouquet.

The palate is more compact than the nose would suggest, with a lovely texture, caressing tannins and a delicious mid-palate... Only the finish is slightly tight, carried by acidity and enhanced by spicy notes.

This is a very elegant wine, albeit with a certain tension and a little more density than usual. It should therefore be waited for to be tasted at its peak. From 2028.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS

The bouquet is very seductive, with a nose of cherry and pastry aromas that make it insanely gourmand. A slight hint of smokiness and spiciness, of black tea, adds even more complexity.

This wine also has a lovely mouthfeel, with caressing tannins and a full, palate-coating texture. The finish is slightly tight, but neither biting nor strict.

As always, this is a generous wine which, although it seems accessible today, can still develop. Wait until 2030.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FEUSSELOTTES

Right away, beautiful aromas of black and red fruits. Vegetal and smoky notes add complexity to this already charming ensemble!

The palate is full-bodied, rather dense and deep. The tannins are caressing, but the finish is tighter than the Chambolle Cras and the wood is still a little present.

This wine clearly has great potential, but with its slight residual austerity, it will need ageing to fully integrate. From 2028.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CRAS

The first nose is open and expressive, revealing cherries, a slight sweetness and, gradually, a mentholated, spicy edge. It's already very tasty!

On the palate, there's a lovely texture and quite some density also, but the wine remains very charming and finishes on a very pleasant saline impression.

It's hard to resist this wine, which is almost approachable right now! However, a little ageing to fully integrate it is recommended. From 2026.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FUEES

The first nose is shy: some black fruits, smoky and spicy notes, menthol, which gives an impression of freshness (although not from whole grapes).

On the palate, despite its roundness and silky texture, the wine appears compact and doesn't fully open up. The finish, however, is not devoid of pleasure, with good length and freshness.

Overall, this wine shows good balance, and appears fine and charming as a Chambolle should be. It needs to relax a little, and a few years' ageing should help achieve this. From 2029-30.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CHARMES

The nose is complex: black and red fruits, smoky tea, licorice, peppermint, spices... Quite rich and exotic!

The palate is smooth, full and powerful, without being heavy. The finish is slightly tannic, with noticeable tannins.

This wine makes a very good impression: friendly, but with potential and tension, it therefore needs ageing to be fully appreciated. From 2029.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES : 

The bouquet, full and seductive, is imposing from the outset: red and black fruits, notably cherry, sweet aromas of almond and brown sugar, a hint of menthol...

The palate is more compact: lots of finesse but also straightforwardness, which suggests that this wine is not yet fully open. The finish is long and the tannins caressing, with perhaps a more marked presence of wood.

A lot of deliciousness for this emblematic cuvée of our estate and village, favored by a beautiful maturity and tempered by the natural delicacy of this appellation. This promises great balance and tasting pleasure in the long term. From 2030 minimum.

CORTON PERRIÈRES

The nose is also very open, expressing cherry and black fruit, as well as a darker side of licorice and smoky notes. There's a hint of herbs (mint, eucalyptus), sugar (brown sugar) and wood.

The palate combines straightforwardness and texture: compact, fresh, with a tannic presence that gives it a serious side, all the while benefiting from a beautiful envelope.

It's a powerful wine, quite imposing overall, with noticeable tannins, so it has to wait. But it's already delivering well and showing good balance. From 2030.

CORTON LA VIGNE AU SAINT

Black fruit, licorice, a touch of violet and cherry brandy, a peppery edge reminiscent of Syrah... All these elements make up a complex, seductive nose.

On the palate, finesse dominates, with a certain uprightness, a tasty mid-palate and a fresh, spicy finish.

The 2022 vintage offers a typical expression of this usually fine, caressing wine with lovely balance. It can be opened in a year or two, out of curiosity, but to reach its full potential, it should be aged for at least 7 or 8 years.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET

The first impression on the nose is one of deliciousness and power: ripe red fruit, smoky notes, but also freshness, which provides a welcome support.

On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, round and enveloping, and unfolds throughout the tasting. The finish is mineral and tightly wound, supporting the wine without weighing it down.

Here too, a Corton Rognet in the grand tradition of this majestic wine, with obvious potential. Despite its current seductiveness, you'll have to wait and see: the only downside currently is that the oak still needs to be fully integrated. From 2030.

CHARMES CHAMBERTIN

The nose is open, with red berries and a candied, gourmand quality. A touch of menthol and floral notes add a touch of freshness.

The palate is generous on the attack: full-bodied, lush, with caressing tannins. After this fine start, the mid-palate is more discreet but nonetheless tasty. The finish is tighter, but helps to sustain and lift the wine.

A very fine wine indeed, with many assets but still lacking a little integration. Count on another 5 to 10 years for all the elements to fall into place, guaranteeing a magnificent tasting experience!

CLOS VOUGEOT

Open nose of black fruit: cherry, blueberry, raspberry; supporting notes of liquorice, vanilla wood; a little seriousness too, with smoky, spicy notes.

The palate is characterized by deliciousness, immediately tempered by finesse and elegance, with a certain straightforwardness and precision. The finish is rather mineral and serious, with some woody notes yet to be integrated.

A very fine, caressing wine, still a little compact, but in any case very true to itself. It needs to develop a patina and integrate certain elements that are still a little too obvious, but we can see a first tasting window between 2026 and 2028 and a second from 2034 onwards.

ÉCHEZEAUX
A truly seductive, even enchanting nose, with a variety of aromas: black and red fruit of course, violet, zest, spices, tobacco and more...  

The palate is very caressing yet compact, at least in keeping with the nose. There's a great deal of precision and an energetic finish, all of which remains seductive; no harshness to be feared.

A very fine wine, currently demonstrative, but which still needs to wait (2030 or more likely 2032) to integrate some elements that are still a little too prominent today.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AUX BRULÉES

Here too, the nose is very open, leaning more towards ripe red fruit, with herbaceous (rhubarb), spicy and gourmand (praline, caramel) touches.

Very fine, full-bodied mouthfeel, in keeping with the nose; a lot of body and tenderness in this wine, with a fresh, spicy finish showing caressing tannins.

There's an easier, more affordable side to this wine than usual, and there's probably a tasting window (with careful aeration) on the Clos Vougeot model: first between 2026 and 2028, then from 2034 onwards.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AU CROS PARANTOUX

This wine shows a lot from the outset, its nose is complex and rewarding: concentrated, ripe black fruits, even reminiscent of Syrah in some respects; notes of tea, spices, a touch of citrus and herbs reminiscent of geranium... In short, it's worthy of a great perfume.

On the palate, the texture gives an impression of depth and power. Then, quite quickly, the acidity appears and dominates the end of the tasting.

The wine obviously has the body and concentration to integrate this acidity, but it will take time and patience (unless you want to enjoy the aromas) to wait until at least 2034.

RICHEBOURG

The nose is darker than that of previous wines: black fruits, notes of truffle, meat, a smoky aspect from the barrel... give a very deep character to this first contact.

On the palate, a very fine texture at the start, leaving an impression of softness; the middle of the tasting is fine and savory, before a tighter, very long finish.

Not really closed but still a little reserved, this is a solid wine with a promising future. There's no point in opening it now, as it should only reach its full potential from 2035 onwards.

CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY 

A nose expressing at first notes of reduction (terrine, game) but which opens very quickly on ripe black fruits, with a touch of currant too. Spicy and mentholated compounds and a well integrated wood complete the ensemble.


The attack in mouth is lively and frank. Immediately afterwards, rather tight tannins signal themselves and launch a finish that does not lack elegance even if it remains a bit austere.


A wine still in transition, to be left aside for the moment even if a decanting would surely do it a lot of good.

VOSNE ROMANÉE 

The nose is quite open but remains discreet, with slightly stewed red fruits. 


The mouth is pleasant, round, melted and gourmand. A touch of acidity gives it relief and straightness, until a slightly tight but lively finish.


The whole is very fine and accessible, harmonious, less "strong" than the Chambolle and rather ready to drink. 

VOSNE ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES 

Nice open nose of very ripe fruits such as fig. But mentholated, spicy, blond tobacco notes and a well-integrated woodiness give it complexity and intensity. 


The palate starts with a very fine attack, well in the style of the terroir; it widens and reveals a long and acidic finish, not lacking in firmness. The wood is still very present and needs to melt. 


A young, dynamic, seductive and friendly wine, but still under construction and which will benefit from additional aging. 

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU 

A generous and even intense nose, where after a touch of reduction, beautiful aromas of ripe black fruits are revealed. The oakiness is quite present through notes of toast and smoke. 


The mouth is ample, enveloping, very pleasant. The tannins are caressing, the finish juicy. 


The whole composes a gourmand wine, accessible, that can still be drunk young. Nice future in perspective, an additional ageing will allow to integrate a wood still a bit present for some palates.

 
NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS 

A nose full of subtlety, aromas that sometimes need to be uncovered but which end up composing a rich bouquet of black fruits, touches of menthol, aniseed, vanilla... A slight evolution adds complexity.


Very caressing in the mouth, a real velvet touch! Liveliness, subtle and melted tannins compose a structured wine without having the air of it. Very nice length on the finish, with energy. 


Finesse from start to finish for this wine which, although delicious now, has not yet revealed its full potential. It has power in reserve and will make a superb bottle in 10 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS 

The nose is very open and intense: black and red fruits, a nice vanilla oakiness, aromas of pastry ... It is already very gourmand! All the more so as, with aeration, it opens up and gains in expression.


In the mouth, a very nice texture at the beginning, a lot of volume, then the wine continues in a generous, racy, fresh register until an integrated final, on beautiful young and distinguished tannins.


This ensemble is very seductive, of course this wine has everything to age well but one wonders how it could do better? It already has a lot of harmony and shows a certain magic, the terroir which makes its demonstration, no doubt... 

CORTON PERRIÈRES 

An open nose, albeit subtle, offering aromas of red fruits (red currant, cherry in brandy), spices, menthol and integrated oakiness. 


On the palate, a certain restraint at first; more volume and depth as the tasting progresses, to finish on sharp but tasty tannins. Also, a nice impression of freshness.


Overall, a balanced wine, rather attractive, with minerality and a nice length in the mouth. We think it will continue to progress in the coming years.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET 

An open nose but with some reduction, which expresses itself by an animal side. Then, it opens on aromas of red and black fruits, flowers and spicy/woody touches.


The mouth is very full, concentrated, rich. It manages not to be imposing while gaining in texture during the tasting! The finish is on the fruitiness and allows to finish on a savory sensation.


Very nice and generous wine, which has everything to offer. And yet, it will gain even more with ageing, which should open up the aromatics.

CLOS VOUGEOT 

From the start, very nice aromas of fresh red fruits; a slight vegetal note, some sweet notes compose a nice, seductive, gourmand set!


The mouth is voluminous while being very fine, we find a beautiful energy and tannins all in lace which bring a gourmand and long final.


It is truly a charming wine, already very much in place, which excites the senses! To drink before it closes ?

VOSNE ROMANÉE 1ER CRU AUX BRULÉES 

At first impression, black fruits; then spicy, peppery touches, a sensation of sweetness indicating a well-integrated oakiness. However, a certain general restraint. 


On the other hand, very gourmand and generous in the mouth. What a beautiful and majestic wine! We crunch the fruits in an enveloping texture and caressing tannins, with a great length.


It is a ripe, fleshy and deep wine, all in majesty, which can be tasted very well today but could wait: the reward would be more subtlety and perhaps vivacity.

The rest of the season is bumpy: a rainy May does not foster the regrowth of the vine, June on the contrary sees the return of summer conditions and the vegetation "explodes"; the return of rains at the end of June and thunderstorm conditions in July slow down its progression: this allows us to catch up in the vineyard but the pressure of the mildiou and powdery mildew is beginning to be felt. It is then acquired that the vintage will be rather late, especially since weather continues to be mixed. Beautiful summer periods in August and September, however, allow the grapes to mature, not without a few alerts: the pressure of diseases increases, while we are rather used to considering ourselves out of the woods during this period. And botrytis, latent so far, becomes apparent ...

Harvest began on September 21. It took place in good conditions: in good weather, however under the threat of rains, which will finally fall in limited quantities. The work was fast: a homogeneous maturity, therefore not requiring to wait and a botrytis ultimately less developed than expected, made sorting quite manageable; And a small harvest, curiously, takes less time to pick ...
Reflective of the frost and the rainy season, natural degrees are lower than in recent years (12.4 on average), acids are fairly low also, and we see clusters with big berries and therefore a large proportion of juice in the tanks.

During the vinifications, no higher extraction than usual, even if a slight chaptalization was used also to somewhat prolong the maceration; gentle treatment of the juices, then of the wines; Slow élevage, with delayed malos as much as possible, and bottling without precipitation for this delicate material.

The ageing process, completed with the last bottlings at the very beginning of April 2023, suggests that this will be a gentle, accessible vintage. Many people describe it as 'traditional', because they are rediscovering the finesse of the Burgundies they loved 30 years ago... 

However, this is not a cold vintage: the ripeness reached would have made people dream in the past, and the low acidity does not favour freshness, let alone greenness. But of course, the character of the wines is a complete departure from the warm, concentrated vintages harvested since 2018, and while heaviness may have been a concern in recent years, that's not the case at all in '21!
This season is unlike any other, but the profile of the wines is reminiscent of the 2007s or, for those with a lot of ... bottle(s), 1992; a little 2017 too... The 2021s may have less sparkle, but they seem more caressing and therefore very approachable. 

Everything points to this vintage being a good one for early tasting. That's not to say it can't age, but it's a question of opportunity: it's rare to have wines (including grands crus) whose complexity is revealed early on, and we owe it to ourselves to make the most of it! We're hoping for a gradual evolution, without any real closure, with perhaps a little tightening, which would be beneficial and contribute even more to their elegance.

BOURGOGNE BLANC
Attractive from the first nose, it offers an open and mature bouquet. It is characterized by notes of fresh fruit such as pineapple, pear but also a floral note such as hawthorn. A touch of butter and brioche adds to the complexity of the aromas.
The mouth is fresh and tonic with a chiselled matter and carried on citrus fruits. The final is precise and salivating, with beautiful noble bitters.
When young, one can appreciate its aromatic freshness and its tonicity. With a few years in bottle, it will gain in roundness, richness and integration.
Keeps for 5 to 7 years.

BOURGOGNE HAUTES CÔTES DE NUITS BL " Clos St Philibert"
Open and subtle nose. It reveals fragrances of nectarine, white flowers like acacia and chalky notes. A seductive fruit with an obvious minerality. Its woodiness is finely assimilated.
Superb tonic and dynamic mouth. Ample texture. Its acidity perfectly integrates the matter and offers a stretched and sustained finish. A lot of coherence, the mouth corresponds to the expectation of what the nose can offer. On the whole, the wine is harmonious and already presents a lot of pleasure.
Can be kept for 7 to 10 years or more.

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR rouge "Hémisphère Sud" 
Crushed red fruit on the first nose. Raspberry and blueberry clearly stand out. Very charming and desirable.
Supple and graceful mouth, with subtle tannins and a crisp mid-palate. We find the fruit detected in the nose. The finish tightens and still needs to mellow but it also prolongs the wine.
Extremely seductive overall. 


Keep for 5 years.

BOURGOGNE CÔTE D'OR rouge "Hémisphère Nord"
Slight reduction at this stage. It opens up slowly but reveals itself to be powerful and on intense black fruits. Also an animal touch and smoky and spicy notes. The mouth is promising, supple with soft tannins. On the finish, the matter tightens.
An intense wine with wild aromas. It needs to become more complex.
Keeping time 5 to 6 years

BOUGOGNE CÔTE D'OR rouge " ETIENNE CAMUZET "
Beautiful aromatic intensity. Clean and pleasant fruit, which evokes ripe black fruits. After aeration, smoky, chocolate and leather notes are revealed.
Nice juice in the mouth, fleshy with velvety tannins and a greedy matter. The finish is fresh and sustained.
A high-flying Burgundy. It is a very seductive wine by its balance and its complexity.
Can be kept for 8 to 10 years.

MARSANNAY
Nice nose on fresh candied fruits. An earthy side.
The mouth is in the same line, tonic with energy and a nice grain of tannins. Still tense, with a promising length, it will blossom.
The whole is homogeneous. Its freshness contributes to its salivating finish.
Keeping time 7 to 8 years

FIXIN
Fresh, pure and fine nose with notes of cherry and raspberry.
The attack in mouth is juicy and ample. The heart is enticing and rich, with satiny tannins. The finish tightens but remains subtle and tasty.
This wine needs to gain in complexity but already reflects a beautiful presentation of the appellation. Accessible, it can be appreciated when young. It will gain in complexity with time.
Can be kept for 7 to 8 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES
An immediately bewitching nose, with stewed fruits such as strawberry, cherry and flowers such as peony; also underlined by a subtle and well integrated woody note. The empyreumatic side complexifies and intensifies the olfactory aspect.
The palate is suave and crisp, with a generous body, showing noble and racy tannins, with a caressing texture. A long, spicy and smoky finish.
Very charming, as much by its aromatic profile as by its gustatory aspect. One finds great pleasure in drinking it now.
Potential for cellaring: 5 years.

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN
Discreet at the opening with a toasted reduction but quickly reveals itself. Notes of redcurrant and blueberry. Aeration intensifies the fruit and gives way to a nice wood influence.
The mouth is enveloping and fleshy. Tonic moreover, with a beautiful energy and a fresh matter. Sharp and sapid finish.
Overall, the nose is in retreat, the mouth reveals itself more and offers a nice volume. Very promising and harmonious, it still has many years ahead of it.
Can be kept for 8 to 12 years.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 
Intense and charming on the nose: The aromatic expression is focused on black fruits such as burlat cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant, in addition to rich aromas such as fine, woody and smoky notes, mocha and spice.
Complex and intense on the palate: dense on the attack, the wine is both broad and lively in the middle, with acidity taking over on the finish.
A serious and very harmonious wine. There is a reserve of power, which is not yet expressed, but it is still young and has a bright future. To be kept for 8 to 10 years.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY
Starts with complex aromas of red fruit purée, followed by flowers and light smoky notes. The wine opens up slowly, gaining in intensity and complexity, and in the second wave it graces us with scents of blueberries and pastries, offering fruity and delicious sensations.
After a punchy attack, the mid-palate is invigorating and salivating. The tannins are long and subtle. The whole is structured, with a lively, persistent finish. 


A rewarding wine, which perfectly reflects the image of Chambolle-Musigny, even if the power is not absent. Fine, fresh and pure, it will keep for 6 to 8 years.

FIXIN 1ER CRU CLOS DU CHAPITRE
The bouquet is dominated by crushed red fruits, especially raspberry and strawberry. This sweetness gives it a great delicacy. A spicy character then emerges.
On the palate, the wine is very seductive, with a lacy and delicate texture. The tannins are silky and velvety - an immediate pleasure! 

It may be criticised for having a short finish, but its crisp, juicy character makes it an extremely accessible wine. 
No fuss, immediate pleasure! Still primitive at this stage, it will gain complexity with a little ageing, around 5 to 7 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX ARGILLAS 
Often on the reserve and tight, the vintage completely liberates this wine. Enhanced by deep, complex aromas, it is very fragrant and of fine intensity, revealing scents of black fruit, orange zest and smoked bacon. 


Smooth and full-bodied on the palate, the wine remains consistent, tasty and well-balanced, with generous fruit and lovely freshness. It tightens a little on the finish, but that is the hallmark of this appellation. The tannins are elongated and racy, with a hint of chocolate in the aftertaste. The oak is well assimilated. 


Overall, its caressing texture and freshness make this a surprising and bewitching wine, with good ageing potential of around 10 to 12 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU LES PERRIÈRES
Flattering and deep nose. The wine expresses itself easily and reveals a bouquet with aromas of black fruits, tobacco, frangipane and spice. A subtly integrated oak accentuates the complexity. 
The mouth is tender but generous. Fine grained tannins embellish it, as well as a fresh and pure finish.
A very nice wine, on the whole quite powerful, which still has to integrate. In any case, promising!
Can be kept for 8 to 10 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU 
From the Hauts Pruliers, this cuvée has concentrated, precise and fine aromas of black fruit, blueberries, violets, cocoa, fresh leather and spices that appeal to us right from the start. The ageing process enhances and intensifies the aromas, but is still omnipresent at this stage.
The wine is harmonious, with the fruit still very much present, fleshy, fresh and with good length on the palate. It has a silky, enveloping texture, with a delicious grain of tannin and great elegance. 


Very pleasant, rich, in keeping with its appellation without being rustic, this wine should be laid down for 8 to 10 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX MURGERS 
The nose is expressive, with notes of stewed black fruit. It reveals scents of smoke, spices, rosemary and cinnamon. The ageing is finely integrated with the fruit. 
The attack on the palate is generous, dense and full-bodied. The tannins are racy. This is a wine for the long haul, with a very long finish and a lively, persistent aftertaste. 
We appreciate its volume, balance and substance. Very promising, with excellent ageing potential of around 10 to 12 years.

NUITS ST GEORGES 1ER CRU AUX BOUDOTS
A very pretty nose, perhaps a little subdued at first, but soon revealing aromas of red and then black fruits and a woody note of caramel.
On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and intense. The finish is tangy, so the initial creaminess does not make the wine too soft.
A very fine presentation for this voluminous, rather impressive but seductive wine. The tannins on the finish guarantee a long life and one should wait until 2027 before enjoying it.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CRAS
A subtly open nose, which delivers a charming bouquet and evokes red fruits, citrus fruits and faded flowers. 
The entry of mouth is finely refreshing. Lacey tannins and a caressing texture offer a supple mid-palate. Fresh and distinguished finish. Slight smoky note in retro-olfaction.
Very digestible, thanks to its delicate and fresh appearance. Lots of pleasure now!
Can be kept for 6 to 8 years.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FEUSSELOTTES
The aromas are subtle and evoke a more ready-to-drink wine: floral, strawberry and red fruit, citrus aromas, complemented by a touch of wood and cinnamon. 


On the palate, it has all the caress of a Chambolle, with fine amplitude. There's a lovely ripeness, even a slight warmth, the tannins melt away and the wine is very supple overall. 


This wine has a pleasant, rewarding side and seems easy to drink now. It could be drunk as early as 2024.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES FUEES
An intense nose of sweet black fruit. The whole is refined, with fruit and wood combining to give an impression of complexity and concentration.
On the palate, the wine is caressing, even luscious. The finish is subtle, round and light. The tannins are very soft, barely protruding. 
You can't help but be moved by this dynamic, very typical Chambolle, which still has room to grow. 
It should be drunk from 2027 until at least 2035.

CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 1ER CRU LES CHARMES
The nose is quite open and rich, with ripe black fruit, plum, liquorice, woody and smoky aromas. It looks very promising and invites the tasting.
On the palate, the wine also appears rich and even imposing... Or is it the generosity of a very racy Chambolle? The amplitude is quite incredible, the texture caressing, the finish stretching out on fine tannins and blossoming ... A Chambolle of stature, with power and great potential. Drink between 2027 and 2037.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU LES CHAUMES 
A lovely nose of ripe red and black fruit greets us. There are also smoky, liquorice and juniper berry aromas, suggesting a structured wine.
The palate is invigorating but fine and elegant on the attack. It becomes more biting in the middle of the tasting, finishing with tannins that are sharp but not clinging.
A great deal of elegance, a wine with a "mannequin size" but which is easy to approach. It should drink well from 2026 and last for around 10 years.

VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU AUX BEAUX-MONTS
The nose is perhaps a little reserved at first but soon reveals its black fruit, woody and peppery aromas, all of which seem promising.
On the palate, amplitude dominates: imposing, the texture is very coating but the aromas are discreet and the finish is long, with rather firm tannins. 
A wine with obvious potential, but which today lacks a little expression and has a power that needs to be tamed over time. Drink from 2028-9.

CORTON CHARLEMAGNE
A seductive, clean nose. At first, white flowers and stone fruit appear; the oakiness then takes over, giving way to aromas of nougat and vanilla. On the whole, the nose is charming and shows great maturity, making this a very pleasant wine. 


The palate is more lively, with a vibrant attack supported by citrus aromas such as candied lemon and grapefruit. This freshness leaves a tangy, salivating finish. 
To date, however, there is a certain gap between the nose and the palate. The core of the wine is a little severe but, with time, this nervousness should round out and give a smoother sensation. 

Still young and dynamic, this wine will acquire wisdom with a little ageing: probably 5 to 8 years.

CORTON PERRIÈRES

Subtle ruby color, nose of black and red fruits; fresh, mentholated and slightly vegetal notes support the overall aroma.

Round on the palate, not particularly powerful but fine and elegant. The mineral, saline finish tightens the wine without hardening it, giving it length and freshness.

A lovely wine, already well harmonized, ultimately rather demonstrative in its delicacy.

Aging potential: 10 years, but drinkable from 2024.

CORTON LA VIGNE AU SAINT

The nose is generous, evoking ripe cherries and redcurrants. Fresh, menthol and floral notes add further complexity.

The attack is full-bodied and caresses the palate, but also seems condensed and tightens on a lively (but not biting) finish.

All in all, a seductive, delicious wine with room for improvement in terms of balance. 

A tasting between 2027 and 2035 should suit it best.

CORTON CLOS ROGNET

Crushed red and black fruits, pastry aromas, a touch of spice and greenness make up a very luscious bouquet, very much in the vein of this wine.

On the palate, there's an immediate caress, coupled with a lovely fullness. It then gains even more volume, the fruit returns on the mid-palate and the tasting ends with a slightly acidic but savory impression.

This is a wine of great intensity, without seeming imposing. 

A little cellaring wouldn't do it any harm, however, and tasting between 2028 and 2035 is recommended.

CHARMES CHAMBERTIN
The bouquet is pretty and pleasant, with a fine range of aromas that promises to deliver: strawberry, raspberry, spices, camphor, rosemary, vanilla ...
On the palate, the wine begins with a lovely texture, very caressing and very pleasant. The wine gradually gains in power, finishing with tannins that are assertive but clean and fresh.
There's no let-up for this complete, long wine, which still needs to mature. We'll have to wait until 2029, or open the bottle well in advance ...

CLOS VOUGEOT

A little reserved at first, the nose gradually unveils cherry aromas, a little vegetal, sous-bois and frangipane. You have to go looking for it, but it blossoms in the end.

The palate, on the other hand, is generous, full-bodied, lush, very smooth, with a lingering finish and fine tannins.

A relatively powerful wine, deep but with precision and delicacy. 

It should be able to overcome its current reserve and be enjoyed from 2024 for around 10 years' cellaring.

ÉCHEZEAUX

A ripe, open nose, dominated by cherry and black fruit, complemented by an interesting bouquet of licorice, spices and sweet, pastry aromas...

The attack on the palate is vibrant, but the mid-palate gives an impression of uprightness; the finish is precise and long, if a little tight at this stage.

The usual energy and power are there, but the wine deserves to relax a little. 

Best consumed between 2030 and 2040.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AUX BRULÉES

The nose is open and charming, with red and black fruits, especially blueberry; aromas of custard, spices and Provençal herbs add complexity and freshness.

The palate is full-bodied and concentrated for the vintage; it shows great energy, which lengthens the wine and contributes to a slightly tight but vibrant and salivating finish.

Lots of intensity and balance for this wine, which also shows a certain uprightness. 

Ageing is therefore probably necessary, and the best tasting recommendation is between 2028 and 2035.

VOSNE ROMANÉE AU CROS PARANTOUX

The nose is open and even intense, leaning on cherry and black fruit aromas. But we never tire of discovering notes of smoke, tea and licorice... and much more with aeration.

The palate is spherical, dense, still compact on the attack. The mid-palate is crisp, the finish persistent, supported by acidity.

Lots of potential in this juicy wine, which still needs to age to perfect its integration and acquire subtlety.

Best kept for drinking between 2030 and 2040.

RICHEBOURG

A nose that you have to search for at first, but which quickly opens up to aromas of red fruit, complemented by a bouquet of licorice, menthol and spices, the whole displaying obvious seduction.

The palate is naturally beautiful, fleshy and full-bodied. A touch of gourmandise appears in the middle of the tasting, and the finish is lively and continues to develop.

This is a solid yet rewarding wine, already showing great complexity. 

One can imagine it being ready to drink from 2026, right through to 2035.