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Monopoles Galore!

We are down to our last few cases of all of the Domaine des Varoilles 2016 Burgundies. These are tremendous examples of Gevrey-Chambertin from some rarely seen vineyards (no less than 4 Monopoles). Don't delay or you will miss out.

Named after a 12th century Premier Cru vineyard, the Domaine des Varoillles has expanded over the years to cover 10 hectares in 8 special appellations.

The meticulous Gilbert Hammel is in charge of the vineyards which include 4 Monoples in Gevrey-Chambertin! The Premier Cru Monopoles Clos des Varoilles and La Romanee lie high in the cool combe near Lavaux St-Jacques and Clos St-Jacques and express a beauty and elegance seldom seen in Gevrey-Chambertin.

MAP OF GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN SHOWING DOMAINE DES VAROILLES' MONOPOLES

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This is a domaine for those partial to fine Burgundy from very interesting vineyards. And isn't that why we are all fans of Burgundy?

As a new addition to our portfolio we offer the outstanding 2016's at a 25% Pre Arrival Discount. This is a domaine to pay attention to! There are some very fine wines to be found at this address.

Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Couvent Monopole 2016

Landed Price $145.95

Pre Arrival Price $109.50

14 bottles left from our allocation

A half hectare Monopole.

Graceful, with noble tannins, tender and refined, the Clos du Couvent expresses fidelity to its terroir in fruity touches, dominated by cassis and blackberry.

Darren Harris: The domaine's "home block" Monopole located within the domaine's walls alongside the old convent on the property.

Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Meix des Ouches Monopole 2016

Landed Price $167.50

Pre Arrival Price $125.50

28 bottles left from our allocation

A 1 hectare Monopole. Beautifully located this wine combines liveliness and tannins with fine aromas of fresh wild berries and red fruits. With five years age becomes velvety smooth.

Jancis Robinson:

Monopole. Mid purplish crimson. Dark fruits and some oak sweetness are the first impression. Quite oaky but not excessive at this stage. Same oak sweetness on the palate and plenty of dark fruit, the tannins smooth and deep. Velvety and sweet-fruited to a long finish. Generous and rounded. 16.5/20

Darren Harris:

Just bottled. Red-garnet colour. Plenty of aromatics - red-black fruits, a little liquorice, a touch of minerally earth. Fresh and bright with a fullness in the mouth. The tannins are fine and well coated leaving a lovely sense of roundness and balance.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Champonnet 2016

Landed Pirce $191.95

Pre Arrival Price $143.95

32 bottles left from our allocation

A 2/3 hectare holding a little north of Ruchottes-Chambertin. Always round and supple under a lush, well-structured frame. Fine tannins lend elegance and finesse. Subtle, its aromas woo us with delicious flavors of red fruits. Cellar for 5 to 7 years.

Tim Atkin MW: Gilbert Hammel's Champonnet comes from a 0.7-hectare parcel in this comparatively unheralded Premier Cru. It's very much a reflection of this domaine's style, with the focus on balance and accessibility rather than extraction. The tannins are silky here, enveloping the summer berry sweetness with a lick of chalk adding freshness on the finish. 2022-28
. 94 Points

Darren Harris:

Less open on the nose than the Clos du Meix. One senses greater depth, more power and tannins in what is a fuller bodied wine - a little more clay in the soil adding weight. Like most 2016's the fruit is fresh, nicely sweet and quite juicy without too many earthy notes. Yet still a density and fruit weight to ensure long life.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru La Romanee Monopole 2016

Landed Price $229.95

Pre Arrival Price $172.50

20 bottles left from our allocation

A 1.06 hectare Monopole. With a great finesse, generous and opulent in mellow tannins, this premier cru cleverly mixes black fruits with the scent of humus and smoke to compose a voluptuous bouquet. Four to five years in the cellar to blossom.

Jancis Robsinson: Monopole. Mid cherry red. Again that attractive dusty/mineral nose, maybe whole-bunch influence, more noticeable than on the above. Super-moreish and extremely fine tannin texture. Finesse and harmony with a mouth-watering finish. 17/20

Darren Harris:

A super monopole from high in the combe that influences the best 1er Crus of Gevrey-Chambertin. La Romanee is stony and south facing but the forest provides some shade and ensures a cool wine with great finesse.

60 year old vines. 100% destemmed. Very different to Champonnet served before it. A gorgeously restrained nose of cherry, earth and iron. The palate has crunchy red-black fruits and fine mineral notes that fan out in in the mouth. The tannins start late and provides a long and elegant finish. This is a wine of considerable finesse and style.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos des Varoilles Monopole 2016

Landed Price $229.95

Pre Arrival Price $172.50

27 bottles left from our allocation

A remarkable Monopole of 5.97 hectares with a history going back to 1272! Rivaling the Grands Crus, renowned for its remarkable tannic and vigorous composition, the Clos des Varoilles gives delicate and delicate aromas of licorice and violet. However, it is only after about five to seven years that he agrees to blossom fully and then feast on its sumptuous fullness.

Tim Atkin MW: Just down the hill from La Romanée - another monopoly vineyard for this domaine - the Clos is a six-hectare vineyard that has made a delectable wine in 2016. It's deliciously scented and appealing, couched in a lighter style, with poise and finesse, redcurrant and red cherry fruit and filigree tannins. 2022-28.

94 Points

Darren Harris:

Immediately south of La Romanee, high in the combe. Clos des Varoilles in a significant monopole of almost 6 hectares that was planted in the second half of the 13th century by the Chapter of Langres before it was dispossessed during the French Revolution.

45-65 year old vines, 40% new oak. Deeper and richer than La Romanee with more breadth and complexity. Darker fruits with some liquorice-scented floral notes and a hint of wildness. There is a fine spine of acidity running through the wine which ensures, despite some weight, it remains balanced and captivating. A Premier Cru to add to your must buy list.

Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2016

Landed Price $378.50

Pre Arrival Price $283.95

7 bottles left from our allocation

A 3/4 hectare holding. Charmes-Chambertin combines the proverbial vigor and robustness of Chambertin with elegance and finesse. Intensity of aromas, with animal scents, well-established tannic structure and power are the hallmarks of this grand-cru.

Jancis Robinson: Deep cherry red. Deep in sweet fruit and oak sweetness. Smooth, velvet tannins and has plenty of freshness under the (currently) very obvious oak. Needs time for the oak to recede but it has plenty of stuffing to do that.

17/20

Darren Harris:

Charmes-Chambertin remains a bit of an enigma. It is by no means the most popular Grand Cru of Gevrey but when it is good, it can be very, very good. Domaine des Varoilles Charmes-Chambertin is a supremely impressive wine. It is bigger and much deeper than all of the Premier Crus. The nose displays dark fruits, smoke and minerals. On the palate there is more with dark chocolate and a rich, creamy texture. There is new oak (60% used here) and some powerful but not coarse tannins. Needs some time in the cellar. Great Charmes!

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Darren

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Save over $200 on the Domaine Henri Magnien Ruchottes-Chambertin 2014

12 bottles available

We have 12 bottles left of the Domaine Henri Magnien Ruchottes-Chambertin 2014.

Take advantage of our Clearance Price and save over $200.00 a bottle.

Darren Harris: Bright garnet colour. Nose of wild strawberries, soft spices - cloves, nutmeg, vanilla - and a saline tang not unlike a fine seriously aged balsamic vinegar. It is restrained yet multi layered. With air notes of flowers and dry citrus rind emerge - quite Chambolle-like in their elegance, purity and balance. Wood spice and mineral-earthy aromas follow. There are tannins but they are beautifully coated like a top handmade chocolate. This is a fine and introverted wine that teases with the many nuances that waft from the glass. Quite beautiful now but so promising.

Normally $520.00

Special $312.00

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