Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in Burgundy, Bouchard Père et Fils has truly become an institution, known for the exceptional quality of their wines and the diversity of its many vineyards. Founded in 1731, Bouchard Père et Fils has built up an estate of 130ha and, collectively, is the largest owner of Grand Crus (12ha) and Premier Crus (74ha) across the Côte d’Or
This guided tasting will take you through Burgundy’s most celebrated villages — from Gevrey-Chambertin and Pommard to Beaune, Meursault, and renowned Premier Cru vineyards — featuring exceptional wines from Bouchard Père & Fils.
Saturday, May 31st.
Hosted by James Ogge
$125 per person
WINES TO BE TASTED
#1 White Burgundy
2021 Bouchard Bourgogne Chardonnay "La Vignee" Blanc
With rich aromatics of ripe pears and juicy peaces with notes of a citrus infused nougat and touches of minerally flint and nuttiness this is really an amazing entry way to the amazing world of Bourgogne Chardonnay's.
2019 Bouchard Macon- Lugny Saint - Pierre
The Macon region is the most southerly region of Burgundy, and the warmer climate is reflected in wines that show richness and intensity of flavour. LIfted aromas and flavours of nutmeg, roasted nuts, toast and canned pineapple.
2022 Bouchard Meursault "Les Clous"
The lemony nose shines like the morning star. Very cool and elegant with no trace of the opulence that's widely considered to be typical for this appellation. Becomes more and more fascinating the further it flows over your palate. Wonderful, crystalline minerality and lime freshness at the very long finish. Drink or hold
2022 Bouchard Beaune Du Chateau Blanc Prier Cru
Lovely aromas of white peach, ripe pear and white flowers with a discreet touch of lees complexity. However, the fine tannins and chalky character married to them provide an excellent counterpoint to that fruit. Bone-dry with a lovely chalky freshness at the finish. A cuvee from 5 different Beaune 1er Cru sites, matured in small oak barrels, of which just 15% were new. Drink or hold
#2 Red Burgundy
2021 Bouchard Clos De La Mousse-Monopole
Clos de la Mousse is a 3.7 hectare monopoly of the domaine. It sits on terrace limestone above deep clay soil which retains moisture well and therefore ripens later. This also imparts a rounder style. The wine has finesse and an appealing, gentle, velvety texture from the whole bunches which Frédéric employed to soften the acidity.
2019 Bouchard Gevrey-Chambertin
"Intense, perfumed bouquet with fruit aromas and an animal touch. Nice structure and lovely fleshiness. Great ageing potential." - Bouchard Pere & Fils
2021 Bouchard Pere & Fils, Monthelie Les Duresses Premier Cru
Situated between Volnay and Mersault, the village of Monthélie is not as well-known as its famous cousins. Nevertheless, the first traces of vineyards here date back to the 9th century. The "Climat" "Les Duresses" is one of the most remarkable Premiers Crus.
Flavor Profile: The wine offers a good balance of earth and mineral notes, with a subtle grip in the finish. It's recommended to be aged for at least 5-6 years, as it tends to improve with time.
2022 Bouchard Pommard Premier Cru
The 2022 Bouchard Pommard Premier Cru is generally described as a medium-bodied, powerful wine with a rich, fruit-forward profile and structured tannins. It often exhibits flavors of black currant, dark cherry, and raspberry, supported by a firm, tannic structure. Many reviews also mention a slight lean and tight character, along with good finesse on the palate.
2021 Bouchard Chambolle-Musigny Les Noirots Premier Cru
Chambolle-Musigny is known for its "feminine" wines, often characterized by elegance and subtlety. The 2021 Bouchard Chambolle-Musigny Les Noirots Premier Cru is a well-regarded wine, offering a delicate and refined expression of Pinot Noir from the esteemed Chambolle-Musigny region.
FOOD FOR SHARING
Cheese and Cured Meat Platter
We look forward to seeing you there for this very special event.