Domaine des Lambrays
About Domaine des Lambrays
Domaine des Lambrays is a highly regarded producer in Burgundy, known for producing exceptional wines from the Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru vineyard. The domaine has a fascinating history dating back to at least the 14th century when the vineyard was owned by the Abbey of Cîteaux.
Under the ownership of the Saier family since 1981, the estate has become one of the most respected in Burgundy, with a reputation for producing wines of exceptional quality and finesse. Domaine des Lambrays is now owned by French luxury group LVMH, and the estate is run by ex-Clos de Tart winemaker Jacques Devauges.
Devauges has brought his innovative approach to winemaking to the estate, with a focus on organic viticulture and a commitment to highlighting the subtle variations in each plot of the Clos des Lambrays vineyard. With its rich history and commitment to quality, Domaine des Lambrays is a true Burgundy icon and a producer that wine lovers should have on their radar.
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) | د.إ6,170.00 | |||||
Vinous (97)The 2018 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru does not quite have the amplitude of Magnien's Clos Saint-Denis, but it displays more vivacious red fruit, clarifying with aeration and eventually develops quite an ethereal quality. The palate is beautifully balanced with sappy red fruit laced with white pepper, sage and graphite notes. Superb structure on the finish - quintessentially Morey-Saint-Denis with wonderful sappiness. Bon vin! Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 2027-2050 (DC) | د.إ13,920.00 | |||||
Decanter (2027-2050)It is hard to overstate my enthusiasm for this wine, with its impressive ripeness, plump, plummy fruit with notes of black cherry and liquorice. The texture is densely structured, firm but not hard, and long but not heavy. There is still the freshness and finesse to make this among the best wines of the vintage. This is the reunion of all the old-vine parcels in the Clos and a pretty convincing argument for director Jacques Devauges’ assertion that Lambrays is the pinnacle of Morey-St-Denis. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 2027-2050 (DC) | د.إ4,520.00 | |||||
Decanter (2027-2050)It is hard to overstate my enthusiasm for this wine, with its impressive ripeness, plump, plummy fruit with notes of black cherry and liquorice. The texture is densely structured, firm but not hard, and long but not heavy. There is still the freshness and finesse to make this among the best wines of the vintage. This is the reunion of all the old-vine parcels in the Clos and a pretty convincing argument for director Jacques Devauges’ assertion that Lambrays is the pinnacle of Morey-St-Denis. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 2027-2050 (DC) | د.إ10,725.00 | |||||
Decanter (2027-2050)It is hard to overstate my enthusiasm for this wine, with its impressive ripeness, plump, plummy fruit with notes of black cherry and liquorice. The texture is densely structured, firm but not hard, and long but not heavy. There is still the freshness and finesse to make this among the best wines of the vintage. This is the reunion of all the old-vine parcels in the Clos and a pretty convincing argument for director Jacques Devauges’ assertion that Lambrays is the pinnacle of Morey-St-Denis. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 100.0 | د.إ5,045.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 100.0 | د.إ9,320.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 2 | 96-98 (VN (NM)) | د.إ6,055.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (96-98)Eleven different cuvées combine to form the 2023 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru, with every square meter contributing to the blend, to quote Jacques Devauges verbatim (as an aside, this is the same philosophy at Cheval Blanc, which is also on LVMH's mantelpiece). This vintage includes 80% whole bunch and was raised in 60% new oak. The bouquet is very expressive with ebullient red berry fruit, tobacco, forest floor and subtle aromas of ceps. The palate is medium-bodied with fine yet firm tannins that lend backbone and gentle grip. This fans out with style on the sapid finish with a liberal sprinkling of black pepper. The 2023 ranks alongside the 2022 and may even surpass it. Prices have skyrocketed in recent years and priced out many Lambrays-lovers, but one cannot deny the quality. |
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