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6 Burgundy Premier Crus Worth Buying

6 Burgundy Premier Crus Worth Buying

Grand Cru Burgundy isn't the only way to build a great cellar. In this video, I share six Premier Cru Burgundy wines from my own cellar that consistently deliver outstanding quality, impressive ageing potential, and far better value than many famous Grand Crus. After more than 30 years of collecting Burgundy, these are producers and vineyards I continue to buy because they reward patience without requiring an unlimited budget. You'll learn: - Which Premier Crus I buy repeatedly - Which producers consistently overdeliver - Why these vineyards are worth collecting - Which bottles offer the best value in Burgundy today If you're building a Burgundy wine cellar, these are some of the smartest bottles I've found. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:24 Les Cazetiers – Domaine Faiveley 02:55 Les Corbeaux – Domaine Sérafin Père & Fils 04:40 Les Fuées – Gilbert & Christine Felettig 06:40 Les Sentiers – Anne & Hervé Sigaut 08:13 Les Chaignots – Robert Chevillon 09:39 Clos des Mouches – Joseph Drouhin 11:01 Final Thoughts Wines Featured Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers – Domaine Faiveley @domainefaiveley Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Corbeaux – Domaine Sérafin Père & Fils Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées – Gilbert & Christine Felettig Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers – Anne & Hervé Sigaut Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots – Robert Chevillon Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches – Joseph Drouhin @maisonjosephdrouhin Which Burgundy Premier Cru has impressed you the most? Let me know in the comments. #Burgundy #PremierCru #WineCellar #WineCollecting #FineWine 🍇 Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video. *** DISCLAIMER: The views shared here reflect my personal experience and perspective as a long-time wine enthusiast. This content is for information and enjoyment only, and should not be considered financial, investment, or purchasing advice. Drink responsibly.
Margaux vs Pauillac — Which Bordeaux Should You Buy?

Margaux vs Pauillac — Which Bordeaux Should You Buy?

If you're building a Bordeaux cellar, should you buy Margaux or Pauillac? In this video, I compare two outstanding classified growths that I've been buying for decades: Château Brane-Cantenac from Margaux and Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste from Pauillac. Both cost me around US$55 more than a decade ago. Today they're worth considerably more, yet recent vintages still offer some of the best value on Bordeaux's Left Bank. You'll learn: - The key differences between Margaux and Pauillac - Why Cabernet Sauvignon tastes so different across these two appellations - How the 2010 vintage has evolved - Which wine pairs best with different foods - Which estate I'd recommend depending on your collecting goals If you're looking for affordable classified-growth Bordeaux that can age for decades, these are two bottles that continue to earn a place in my cellar. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:02 A Brief History of the Left Bank 03:01 Margaux vs Pauillac 03:19 Margaux Explained 04:12 Pauillac Explained 05:19 Château Brane-Cantenac 2010 06:32 Château Brane-Cantenac 2010's Tasting Notes 07:21 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2010 08:36 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2010's Tasting Notes 09:21 Final Verdict Wines Featured - Château Brane-Cantenac 2010 (Margaux, Second Growth) @chateaubranecantenac - Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2010 (Pauillac, Fifth Growth) @Grand-Puy-Lacoste If you had to choose just one, would you buy Margaux or Pauillac? Let me know in the comments. #WineCellar #Bordeaux #Margaux #Pauillac #WineCollecting 🍇 Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video. *** DISCLAIMER: The views shared here reflect my personal experience and perspective as a long-time wine enthusiast. This content is for information and enjoyment only, and should not be considered financial, investment, or purchasing advice. Drink responsibly.
How to pronounce Bonnes Mares

How to pronounce Bonnes Mares

How to pronounce Bonnes-Mares, a Grand Cru spanning Chambolle-Musigny and Morey-Saint-Denis in Burgundy — known for its power, depth, and ageing potential. #winepronunciation #burgundywine #bonnesmares
6 Future Icon Wines I'd Buy If I Were Starting Again

6 Future Icon Wines I'd Buy If I Were Starting Again

Some wines are made to drink today. Others become unforgettable after years in the cellar. In this video, I share six "Future Icon" wines from my own cellar—bottles I continue to buy because they consistently reward patience, develop beautifully with age, and create unforgettable memories around the table. Featuring Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhône Valley and Spain, these are wines I'd happily buy again if I were building a wine cellar from scratch with a long-term mindset. Whether you're just starting a collection or looking for your next special bottle, these are some of my favourite wines to cellar. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:38 Château Pontet-Canet 03:16 Henri Gouges Les Pruliers 05:05 Joseph Drouhin Clos des Mouches 06:38 Pintia (Tempos Vega Sicilia) 08:12 Laherte Frères Les Vignes d'Autrefois 09:46 Chavost Eurêka! 11:08 Bonus: Guigal Vignes de l'Hospice 12:58 Final Thoughts Wines Featured - Château Pontet-Canet @chateaupontet-canet5352 - Domaine Henri Gouges Les Pruliers - Joseph Drouhin Clos des Mouches @maisonjosephdrouhin - Pintia (Tempos Vega Sicilia) @temposvegasicilia6533 - Laherte Frères Les Vignes d'Autrefois - Chavost Eurêka! - Guigal Saint-Joseph Vignes de l'Hospice If you were building your own collection of Future Icons, I'd love to know which wines you'd include. #WineCellar #WineCollecting #FineWine #WineEducation #Bordeaux #Burgundy #Champagne 🍇 Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video. *** DISCLAIMER: The views shared here reflect my personal experience and perspective as a long-time wine enthusiast. This content is for information and enjoyment only, and should not be considered financial, investment, or purchasing advice. Drink responsibly.

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