91 Points - Cellar Tracker - From the Grand Cru vineyards of Chouilly comes this stunning Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) Grand Cru Champagne. Complex toasty and citrus notes are well balanced in this fantastic value premium Champagne. Gold yellow colour with aromas of pastries and freshly baked bread. On the palate, citrus dominated flavours of lemon, tangerine & grapefruit with a complex finish of cocoa and linseed oil. Under £40 this is without a doubt, one the best Grand Cru champagnes

Unbeatable Value Red from Burgundy ! Coteaux Bourguignons is a recent appellation (2011). It allows Burgundy’s red varietals, Pinot Noir and Gamay, to express all of their freshness. Though the soils are all composed of calcareous clay, the diversity of the terroirs that span the region from north to south gives this wine lovely, complex aromas and flavours. Fruity spicy nose with notes of cherry, redcurrant and liquorice with a touch of rose petal. Medium-bodied and delectable on the palate wit

94 Points - Decanter.  The attention to detail displayed by Emmanuel and Charles-Henry Fourny is astonishing. They are making some of the most exciting wines in Champagne and are emerging as stars of their generation.  100% Chardonnay harvested by hand, this Champagne reveals all the know-how of the Veuve Fourny house blended from different plots and from different harvests from vines of an age of over 40 years old. Purity, finesse and elegance. An ideal companion for your aperitifs, it is a Ch

Matured for a duration of 2 years prior to disgorgement, this exquisite Cuvée was meticulously crafted as a tribute to the esteemed French chef Emile Dupuis. Crafted from a harmonious blend of the timeless champagne grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier - sourced from various vintages, it embodies the embodiment of dedication, exacting standards, and the accumulated expertise passed down through generations since 1845. Taste Expressive and elegant aromas of white fruit and

Situated west of the limestone mountain range spanning from Tournus to Fuissé, Milly-Lamartine vineyards grace the final west-facing slopes of the Mâconnais region. Nestled at elevations of 290 to almost 400 meters, they benefit from the cooler Upper Mâconnais micro-region. Diverse soils, including limestone, clay, and marls, vary by plot, hillside exposure ranges from northeast to southwest. The nose offers freshness with hints of gunflint, menthol, peach, and apricot. On the palate, fullness a

92 Points - Vertdevin - This Rose Champagne is simply gorgeous! From Grand Cru producer Genet, the name 'Redblend 9208' denotes the blend of 92% Chardonnay and 8% Pinot Noir grapes used to produce this delicate feminine style Rose Champagne. Beautiful pale salmon colour and orange hints. Nice effervescence with a fine string of bubbles. On the nose, delicate floral aromas of violet, rose, peony and iris followed by red fruits, such as redcurrant, cherry, raspberry and apricot. On the palate, smo

A luxurious, approachable and expressive version of Burgundy, not only because of its price but also because it’s ready to enjoy now. The wine is partially fermented and matured in French oak barrels for 8 months. The result is captivating, elegant and buttery. This wine features a lively, aromatic nose with predominant notes of white fruit and spices, underpinned by a subtle touch of oak and vanilla. Mineral on the palate with a good balance between acidity and roundness. A gem and exceptional

Award Winning - featured in Prestigious Guide Hachette. Made using Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay, this Champagne beating Blanc de Blancs Crémant is made in the traditional champagne method, then aged for 18 months before release for a complex and delicate Crémant. Fantastically full-bodied with pure fruit and elegantly smooth bubbles. Great value, Superb Quality Crémant! Blanc de Blancs Champagne equivalent ... without the price tag! Taste Pale yellow colour with light reflections. The bubbles are

A wonderfully complex Blanc de Blancs champagne from the outstanding 2015 vintage. Michel Genet and his team are 'manufacteurs de Grands Crus' and their MG BB Vintage offers aromas of pastries with fragrances of fresh nuts and candied fruits, followed by tobacco, menthol anise and eucalyptus. This has a rich aromatic palette and powerful finish. About the Producer “Manufacteurs de Grands Crus”. Michel Genet like to call themselves “manufacteurs” (“artisans”) from the word’s Latin origins in manu

This Montagny Premier Cru is round and delectable on the palate with lovely vivacity and minerality. With notes of oak, vanilla and brioche. It is round and delectable on the palate with lovely vivacity and minerality. The finish is long and fragrant with flowers of almond and both raw and cooked apple. "Very attractive nose of fresh pineapple and yellow grapefruit with delicate oak and a touch of something floral. Medium-bodied with nice creaminess from sur-lie aging, which complements the live

A direct neighbour of the prestigious Meursault appelation, Auxey-Duresses is famous for both its whites as well as red wines. This Chardonnay, hand harvested and aged in 30% new oak barrels for 14 months, displays a freshness and generosity, with notes of honey, white flowers and citrus fruits.  About the Producer Domaine Decelle-Villa was started in 2008 when two distinguished winemakers from other regions of France decided to pool their talents and produce high quality Burgundy wines. Olivier

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Covering 5.2 ha (12.85 acres) within the 660 ha (1631 acres) of the Moulin-a-Vent appellation, the vines are ideally located at the heart of one of the 18 recognised single vineyards, Rochegres, where, as its name, "grey rock", suggests, the granitic parent rock is visible at the surface of the soil in the vineyards. This exceptional, distinctive location irrefutably defines the profile of this structured, fleshy wine that boasts floral aromas. The nose is highly aro

The Viré-Clessé appellation, located between Tournus and Mâcon, is the most recent of the Mâconnais region’s village appellations (1999), exclusively made from Chardonnay grapes. The vineyards, for the most part, are planted on hillsides, where a local type of soil derived from white limestone called “cray” can be found. This delicious Vire-Clesse is from one of Burgundy's finest - Albert Bichot - Predominant aromas of fine intense fruit, the nose reveals a touch of lemon, mango and subtle flora

Located to the west of the hamlet of Morgon, in the southernmost part of the appellation, the vineyards cover gentle, south-east facing slopes at altitudes of between 350 and 400 metres. The highly eroded soil is very stony, giving this Morgon “Les Charmes” all of the fleshy fruitiness of the great Beaujolais wines, and rich, elegant expression typical of Burgundy wines. Taste Its nose is redolent of jam with nuances of spice and a discrete touch of smoke. It offers tannic structure and lovely f

90 Points - Wine Spectator. The vineyards for this excellent Saint-Véran are located in southern Burgundy’s Mâconnais region, and stretch out around the appellation of Pouilly-Fuissé. The southern part is located just next to Beaujolais, on the slopes of the famous Roche de Solutré and are ideally suited to the production of Chardonnay, which the appellation of Saint-Véran only produces. The nose reveals hints of smoke, followed by scents of fern and acacia, moving on to aromas of ripe fruit wit

90 Points (9/10) - Independent.co.uk. A direct neighbour of the prestigious Meursault appelation, Auxey-Duresses is famous for both its whites as well as red wines. This Chardonnay, hand harvested and aged in 30% new oak barrels for 14 months, displays a freshness and generosity, with notes of honey, white flowers and citrus fruits.  Taste Winemakers tasting note: The pale crystalline yellow colour bodes well for its purity, but it is especially on the nose that this wine reveals its finesse and

This lovely 1er Cru Montagny from Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is simply incredible. Arguably one the best value for money premium burgundies, Montagny is often forgotten, yet as good as many white Burgundy wines. The terroir of Les Coères is composed of old vines with an average 60 years of age. Gleaming pale gold in colour, with good aromatic intensity on the nose offering rich aromas of white fruits and vanilla intermingled with marshmallow and patisseries. Impressive volume on the first palate.

Top quality gamay grapes from one of the highest profile Cru Villages. With its closest neighbours being the AOC's of Fleurie, Morgon, Chiroubles and Moulins à Vent. This Superb Beaujolais Villages from Domaine André Colonge is the only Beaujolais Villages commune to be completely surrounded by Beaujolais Crus. The quality shines through in this lovely, well made wine from a centuries old winemaker. Deep colour with a mouth watering freshness packed full of complex red fruits, followed by a soft

Julienas is located in the north of the Beaujolais region in the communes of Emeringnes, Jullié and Pruzilly. The vines are planted in well-drained soil composed of granite and ancient silt and face east for good exposure to the sun. Juliénas wines offer beautiful minerality with a solid tannic structure and nice spicy and floral aromas and flavours. Taste This wine’s minerality is all freshness and vibrant fruit with notes of candy, herbs and wild fruit. The palate is generous, fleshy and balan

Located at the heart of Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, Meursault is one of the region’s best-known and most famous villages as it is considered to be the capital of Burgundy’s great white wines. Images of the town hall’s multicoloured tiled roof are familiar to wine lovers around the world. The diversity in the nature and depth of soils and slopes strongly influences the wines more or less on opulence and the presence or not of predominant minerality. Notes of toast and a touch of vanilla, the nose

92 Points - Decanter. From a special vineyard site on the hillside above the Chablis Grand Crus of Les Clos & Valmur, this location is cooler than its famous neighbours lower down the slope. However, it experiences exceptional drainage and exposure to sunlight, making it one of the very finest Petit Chablis locations. The wine is bright white-gold in colour, with an expressive apple and citrus zest aroma. In the mouth, it is bone-dry and super crisp, featuring racy acidity, green apple, and

Château des Tours, nestled in the heart of the Brouilly appellation within Beaujolais, boasts a storied history and an unwavering commitment to quality. Its vineyards, gracing the slopes of Mont Brouilly, benefit from a unique terroir with granitic and volcanic soils, producing wines of exceptional finesse and character. This historic estate's dedication to crafting limited-production, terroir-driven wines has cemented its reputation as a premier producer in the region, offering a taste of the e

93 Points - Wine & Spirits. The Viré-Clessé appellation, located between Tournus and Mâcon, is the most recent of the Mâconnais region’s village appellations (1999), exclusively made from Chardonnay grapes. The vineyards, for the most part, are planted on hillsides, where a local type of soil derived from white limestone called “cray” can be found. This delicious Vire-Clesse is from one of Burgundy's finest. Predominant aromas of fine intense fruit, the nose reveals a touch of lemon, mango a

97 Points - Jasper Morris MW. In the heart of the Côte des Blancs to the south of the village of Meursault is the famed 1er cru Genevrières, named after the juniper trees that used to grow there many years ago. The Domaine Latour-Giraud Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières is a wine of exquisite structure and length, with a wonderful elegance and smooth rounded palate. Pure, very fine with nice fruit on the nose. The palate shows a deep complexity with an exceptional minerality and energy. Round, deep,