The Icons Of Burgundy | Mixed Box

A beautiful medium bodied Chardonnay, one of the nicest we have tried in this price category in a long time. The texture is creamy and mouthcoating with lingering and intense flavours of lemon, Granny Smith apple and grapefruit. It's a wine you will return to again and again. . A rising star in a very traditional region, Alexis started making his own wines aged just 21 years old and immediately caught the attention of Decanter and other leading wine publications. Alexis works biodynamically and his wines are made in a vibrant, non-oaky style with that classic grapey Maconnais purity. A fifth generation of the winemaking family, he is making his own wines from small parcels of land he received from his father.

Winemaking: Slow pressing. Fermentation by indigenous yeasts, at low temperature. The wine is made using 50% oak (using 2-4 year old barrels) and 50% stainless steel. The oak is very subtle. Elévage: In stainless steel vats on fine lees for 11 months. Malolactic fermentation. Light filtration at bottling; usually end of August before the next harvest. Taste: Giroux believes in allowing the wine to age on its lees for a period, depending on the vintage. His 2018 Pouilly-Fuissé is full, rich, ripe (vintage expression), ample and savoury in style. The fruit combines citrus & mild tropical nuances of peach and pear. The texture is soft, generous and round. The finish is both long and very satisfying.

Gerard Tremblay's Chablis is gorgeous with a creamy weighty mouthfeel and zippy, fresh citrus fruit. It's what Chablis is all about and when you try this you understand why Chablis is such a sought after wine. Chablis never disappoints, and the Tremblay Chablis is no exception! Unoaked and irresistible. Gerard and Helene Tremblay are the 5th generation to make wine at the estate and have over 30 hectares including Premier Cru and Grand Cru. They have put huge investment into the property including a winery working entirely by gravity. Cork closure.

Rully by Philippe Milan et Fils is generous fruit flavours that sing out of the glass showcase notes of cherry and strawberry. The finish is long, juicy, and satisfying, with chewy tannins lingering, offering a delightful balance of sophistication and approachability. An unbeatable glass of red Burgundy in a market where the prices only go up and it is hard to find good value. Domaine Philippe Milan et Fils is located in the hamlet of Valotte in Chassey-Le-Camp, located between Santenay and Rully. The winery is run by owner and winemaker Karl Milan, who took over the family estate in 2001.

Philippe Milan, Karl’s grandfather, founded this 11-ha domaine was founded in 1950 and Karl-Philippe works his vineyards in lutte raisonne. Very little or no new oak is used in the winery as Karl wants to preserve and promote the lively fruitiness of his wines. Lutte raisonnée is a “reasoned struggle”. Chemicals are used only when necessary if pests or diseases threaten the crop. Organic wine is made without synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers, and no GMOs. This 11-ha domaine was founded in 1950 by Karl-Philippe’s grandfather. Chassey-le-Camp is a tiny village located between Santenay and Rully. 

Aromas of violets and raspberries with a hint of liquorice lead to a silky and refined palate full of red plum and black cherry notes. The finest wines from the Côte Chalonnaise are known for their delicate aromas, fruit-driven flavours, and silky textures, and Domaine Michel Sarrazin et Fils sets an even higher standard for the region.

This 2023 Pinot Noir vintage is ripe and fruit-forward, delivering an indulgent taste that captures the essence of Burgundy. The wine pairs effortlessly with a variety of dishes, including vegetables, deli meats, poultry, and game, making it perfect for meals or enjoyed on its own.

Philippe Milan et Fils' Pommard hails from a vineyard near Volnay, offering an elegant and refined style rather than sheer power. The palate is generous with cherry and strawberry notes, complemented by well-integrated oak. The finish is long and juicy, with lingering chewy tannins. This wine, made from 100% Pinot Noir and aged in oak (25% new), leans towards a "vin de garde" style, meant for aging. It pairs beautifully with food or benefits from some time in a decanter.

Domaine Philippe Milan et Fils was founded in the 1950s, at only 11-hectares, they primarily sell 90% of its production within France. Karl-Philippe practices lutte raisonnée in the vineyards, using minimal or no new oak to maintain the lively fruitiness of the wines. The proximity of their Pommard parcel to Volnay is evident in its structure and style, reminiscent of Volnay's finesse and complexity.