Vincent Girardin

2009 Vincent Girardin Vosne Romanee Old Vines

"There is an emphasis on juicy and very ripe fruit coupled with suave mouth feels, all wrapped in noticeable but by no means dominant oak." Burghound

2009 Vincent Girardin Moulin a Vent Beaujolais

Unlike the early drinking style produced in much of Beaujolais, the Moulin-à-Vent Beaujolais Cru wines are made to be cellared. Because the wines made here are different in style and of a higher quality than is generally associated with Beaujolais, most producers shy away from overt references to the generic title and choose instead to use the name of a particular cru. The soil is a pink, crumbly granite with a notably high level of manganese. This is toxic to the grape vines, resulting in stunted crop levels and contributing to the intense and concentrated flavors seen in Moulin-à-Vent wines. Vincent Girardin purchased the Domaine de la Tour du Bief near Chenas in Beaujolais in September 2010. From the stunning 2009 vintage, the Moulin a Vent has been very well received. "Lush fruit flavors of blackberry and blueberry mix with a core of spice and dried herb notes in this fresh red, which is silky, with lightly chewy tannins, followed by lingering hints of dark chocolate and cardamom on the finish. Drink now through 2016." 92 points, Wine Spectator.

2005 Vincent Girardin Chambertin Grand Cru

2009 Vincent Girardin Clos de la Roche

2008 Vincent Girardin Rully "Les Cloux" Premier Cru

Great buying for a premier cru white burgundy. This is a quite a subtle style of chardonnay but with no lack of flavour or complexity. Hints of nuts and fresh lemon peel on the nose followed by spicy, grapefruit and hazelnut fruit flavours and a generous, supple, fresh finish. An absolute delight to drink. A classically styled vintage of immense appeal.

2005 Vincent Girardin Chambertin Clos de Beze

" 2005s are very special wines that absolutely deserve a place in your cellars. The most successful examples are concentrated, powerful, balanced and ripe with good supporting acidity, and outstanding length." Burghound ."2005 is an aristocratic vintage that isn't at all fruity or forward and thus I did long but soft vinifications with no punch downs, only pump overs. And I'm also doing a long elevage as well with less new wood too, which is to say between 30 and 40%. For me 2005 is a great vintage, even better than 1999 and I believe the wines, both red and white, will age extremely well."Vincent Girardin