Wine List:

1. Pierre Boisson Meursault Les Grands Charrons 2017
2. Henri Germain Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2017
3. Boisson Vadot Meursault Les Chevalières 2014
4. Lafon Meursault 1er Cru Bouchères 2014

5. Roulot Meursault Clos du Haut Tesson Mon Plaisir 2012
6. Lafon Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2012
7. Vincent Dancer Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2012
8. Henri Germain Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2012

9. Morey Blanc Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2002
10. Lafon Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2002
11. Lafon Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2002
12. Henri Germain Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2002

13. Sylvain Pataille Marsannay l’Ancestrale 2019
14. Comte Armand Pommard 1er Clos des Epeneaux 2010
15. Domaine de la Pousse d’Or Volnay 1er Clos de la Bousse d’Or 2002
16. Hubert de Montille Pommard 1er Rugiens 1985

Watch the video replay here.

Zoom Wines:
1. Puligny Montrachet Les Enseignères 2018
2. Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2018
3. Meursault Village 2014
4. Meursault Village 2011
5. Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2011
6. Meursault Les Chevalières 2009
7. Blind Wine

Dinner Wines:
9. Meursault Village 2005
10. Meursault Les Rougeot 2005
11. Meursault Village 2002
12. Meursault Village 1999

13. Meursault 1er Cru Caillerets 1996
14. Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 1997
15. Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 1993
16. Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1999

Watch the video replay here.

Which is now a very warm front, after the recent cold snap. Another White Christmas goes begging. Mind you, my Christmas will be both red and white, with a little port thrown in, as well as bubbles.

I have finally finished all my tastings of the 2021 vintage and am completing writing up all the notes. Despite the short harvest, I shall be bringing you just about as many notes as last year, to help you make your choices as merchants start to offer the 2021 vintage for sale.

Webinar on the 2021 vintage: Wednesday 4th January  @ 6pm GMT

A great evening with Pierre Duroche guiding us through the below line up of wines.

Domaine Duroche Wine Line Up:

1. Domaine Duroché Gevrey–Chambertin Aux Etelois 2017
2. Domaine Duroché Gevrey–Chambertin Aux Etelois 2015
3. Domaine Duroché Gevrey–Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux St Jacques 1923 VV 2017
4. Domaine Duroché Gevrey–Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux St Jacques 1923 VV 2015
5. Domaine Duroché Gevrey–Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux St Jacques 1923 VV 2014 Magnum
6. Domaine Duroché Latricières-Chambertin 2015
7. Domaine Duroché Chambertin Clos de Bèze 2017 Magnum
8. Domaine Duroché Chambertin Clos de Bèze 2016
9. Domaine Duroché Chambertin Clos de Bèze 2014
10. Domaine Duroché Griotte-Chambertin 2012

Episode Summary:-

Jasper Morris MW, one of the world’s leading experts on Burgundy, talks to Sarah Kemp about the region and the new edition of his award-winning book, Inside Burgundy, which has just been published. The first edition was published over ten years ago and Jasper discusses the updated book and the aspects of Burgundy which have been affected by climate change.

In the new edition, he has gone into more detail on lesser-known areas, such as Monthélie, Fixin, and the Maconnais, and tells Sarah he regrets not being able to cover Beaujolais, but, he notes, “after 800 pages, a book has to be bound by hand.” The new edition is 150 pages longer than the first, and describes more than 1,200 vineyards and 300 wine villages, as well as appraising 700 domaines. He discusses how climate change has affected the vintages and discloses how the producers have responded to new conditions. Jasper explains how the changing patterns of airflow and wind has meant that the polar air currents are much weaker and are sliding down, and how there are now fewer southwestern winds, but more north and south, which are both dry. “People have to manage extreme weather events, plus a generally hot and dryer climate,” he says.

Jasper also talks about the different measures the producers are taking to deal with the new climate conditions, including electric cables (which are already used in Chablis, but need large water supplies), mobile wind turbines and smudge pots, though, he adds, some producers are reluctant to use them, as they are petro-chemical based.

The rise of Aligoté is something that Jasper tells Sarah he is in favour of, as it is properly Burgundian, and takes longer to ripen, which brings freshness and acidity. He believes that canopy management is crucial, and rootstock needs looking at, as some rootstock is failing. He reports that the picking window has changed and producers need to be ready to go earlier than before. “People are going to have to be a lot more intelligent about their picking dates,” he states. The use of whole bunch and partial bunch fermentation is also discussed.

“2014 and 2017 had wider windows for picking because the sugars weren’t galloping, and that’s why those two are amongst my favourite two white Burgundy vintages,” Jasper reveals. He explains he likes early-ripening sites less than before and has found that Pommard “is hitting a wonderful streak of exciting wines.”

Sarah asks him what had surprised him most when writing the second edition. “Aligoté has leapt forward,” he replies. They discuss premature oxidation and Sarah asks if it has gone away. “No, but it nearly has,” he replies.

Jasper then talks about how the different vintages are developing for both reds and whites, which vintages to keep and which to drink, plus his favourites. Finally, the question of value is raised by Sarah and Jasper advises to look at some of the best producers in lesser communes. He also suggests there is true value to be found in Monthélie, Saint-Romain, the Hautes Côtes and the Maconnais.

“It was this frost in 2021 which has made people realise quite

You can also find Jasper’s guest appearances on other Podcast/Video channels we work closely with:

• The Wine Conversation
• 67 Pall Mall TV

Bringing Burgundy closer to you with every episode!
Daily updates on our Instagram: @jaspermorris.insideburgundy

“To kick off 2021, we dive right into the fascinating, frustrating, compelling wine world that is Burgundy. Iconic – certainly. Over-priced? Plausibly. At great risk from climate change? Undoubtedly. We explore these issues and more across two special episodes – and in this first part we quiz our fellow Master of Wine and renowned Burgundy expert, Jasper Morris, as well as buyer Rebecca Palmer from Corney & Barrow, agents for Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (among other things). We give our summary on the 2019 vintage, which is currently going on sale, explore how to find good value, the new generation, alternatives to Burgundy and biodynamics, all in the time in takes to sink a fine bottle of Passetoutgrains. Or Chambertin.” – Wine Blast with Susie & Peter: Burgundy in 2021 Part 1

• Introductory quote: 2.18
• Preface of terms: 4.25
• Interview with Jasper Morris MW: 11.01
• Our summary of the 2019 vintage: 34.18
• Interview with Rebecca Palmer: 40.35

Hosted by myself and Stannary Wine’s Burgundy Buyer, Jason Haynes.

I provide exclusive insight into the 2019 Burgundy vintage. My 2019 tasting notes will be available shortly. Stay tuned!

Watch the video replay here!

Tuesday 27 October, 12pm CET (11am UK)

A unique opportunity to learn how the Hospices de Beaune auction works, and what the exciting 2020 vintage at the Hospices has in store for us.

François Poher, Director of the Hospices de Beaune
Ludivine Griveau, Hospice Manager
Jasper Morris, Master of Wine
Aline Sylla-Walbaum, Global Managing Director, Luxury
Pablo Huarte, Head of Sales, Continental Europe – Wine

Topics covered:

1. The unique role of the Hospices de Beaune as a hospital, museum and wine domaine
2. What the sale means to the hospital?
3. How the proceeds can be used?
4. Information about the Piece de President this year
5. Special conditions for the sale in 2020
6. Questions about each group of vineyards (value reds from around the Côte de Beaune; the Beaune 1ers crus, Volnay, Pommard, Corton and the Côte de Nuits; value cuvees in white, Meursault, grand cru)

Following on from our successful webinar discussing the northern half of the Côte de Nuits, we continue with the great red wine vineyards of the Côte de Beaune, including Corton, Beaune, Pommard and Volnay, while touching on some of the more rarely seen appellations which may be enjoying a boost under the warmer conditions. Throughout the hour long discussion, Jasper will highlight established producers, the rising stars, and a few new names to keep your eye on. Insights galore!

Watch the video replay here.

This zoom webinar will look at recent developments in each of the villages from Morey-St-Denis to Marsannay, predict which vineyards are the new sweet spots and evaluate the producers to follow:

• Who has raised their game to a new level?
• Who might be the ones to watch in the near future?

This is the first in a series that will cover the different districts of Burgundy. These sessions will include updates on the 2019 vintage and the 2020 growing season.

Watch the video replay here.

This is the first zoom event offered under the JMIB Live banner. It is the first part of a series looking at some of the crucial themes in Burgundy.

There are no wines to be tasted except what you choose to open alongside, nor interviews with producers enthusing about the joys of their own wines.

Instead, Jasper will be analysing the underlying causes of the Premature Oxidation phenomenon, looking at the timeline over the last 25 years since the first affected vintage (1995):

• Where do we stand now?
• Do we really know all the causes?
• Have we definitely found the answers?
• What can we expect in the future?

Listen to Jasper for a Happy Hour of in-depth investigation of this thorny issue.

• How well can Burgundy cope with hot dry summers?
• Comparative thoughts on 2018-2019-2020
• The style of the White Wines in 2019
• The style of the Red Wines in 2019
• Where to find the sweet spots
• New names to look out for