Domaine Fontaine Gagnard - 2005 En Primeur
Richard Fontaine is another modest man who hides his light under a bushel. A self-confessed workaholic who hasn’t taken a holiday in years (“I’ll do that when I retire”, he chortles), he is never happier than when beavering away in his vineyards. In fact, he was almost perversely upset by the outstanding quality of the fruit in 2005- “You could have made 2005s sitting in an armchair” he jokes, before adding that he personally, and almost perversely, is more satisfied by his 2004s simply as the vintage presented far more of a challenge to him. There was hail damage in the southern part of Chassagne which has caused a drop in volumes here. Nevertheless, quality remains at the top level and the extra richness of 2005s will make these wines hugely, and deservedly, popular.
2006 Burgundy En Primeur selection of Domaine Fontaine Gagnard
All prices are quoted In Bond unless otherwise stated
White Wines
Bourgogne Blanc 2005
Vibrant glossy appearance. Notes of lemon, macadamia and almond. Well-balanced, with lovely length on the finish. Drink from release.
Price per case in bond £90 - SOLD OUT
Chassagne Montrachet 2005
Greater precision with more bite and freshness on the attack. Hints of pear skins, grapefruits and minerals. Cleansing acidity running through it. Drink from 2008.
Price per case in bond £190 add to basket
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru La Maltroie 2005
There is an extra level of concentration here thanks to the sixty year old vines. Soft creamy textures, intriguingly counter-balanced by a nervous prickle of acidity. Hints of pain d'épices and fruit kernel. Drink from 2009.
Price per case in bond £250 - SOLD OUT
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Clos des Murées 2005
A tiny monopole situated just in front of the church and on heavier soils which results in a more powerful expression of Chassagne. Boasting notes of spicy apple and crème brulée. Great personality, a hidden gem in the Fontaine cellar. Drink from 2009.
Price per case in bond £265 - SOLD OUT
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers 2005
Situated across the road from the Grands Crus, Vergers is a wine that always tends towards elegance and finesse. This is lively, energetic and mineral. Very fine. Drink from 2009.
Price per case in bond £265 - SOLD OUT
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Caillerets 2005
A driven, compelling wine revealing layers of spice, pepper and appley fruit. Wonderfully complete and polished. Drink from 2010.
Price per case in bond £295 - SOLD OUT
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru La Romanée 2005
Always a stylish wine, this shows characteristic silkiness, depth and precision. A long resonating finish. So much more to come. Drink from 2010.
Price per case in bond £325 - SOLD OUT
Criots Bâtard Montrachet Grand Cru 2005
Alive and kicking with a nervy freshness. This is pure, driven and fully ripe to the point of perfection. Give it time, though one could be forgiven for drinking it early. Drink from 2011.
Price per case in bond £330 per 6 bottles - SOLD OUT
Bâtard Montrachet Grand Cru 2005
Richard harvested a tiny crop of unusually small, but intensely concentrated fruit. Once again his mastery shines as he keeps the natural power of the Bâtard in check with a fine, fresh touch. Drink from 2012.
Price per case in bond £360 per 6 bottles - SOLD OUT
Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2005
Sadly only microscopic quantities available of this treasure. Imbued with gravitas, imbibed by the fortunate. Drink from 2012.
Price per case in bond £950 per 6 bottles - SOLD OUT
Red Wines
Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chênes 2005
Quite a serious Volnay, with considerable power and concentration. Freshly crushed berry fruit, with a hint of gaminess peeking through. Drink from 2010.
Price per case in bond £240 add to basket
