Columns — Christophe Roumier

Christophe Roumier today makes some of the most monumental wines in terms of structure, a structure that favours long development. At the same time, they drink beautifully in their youth. The 2022 and 2021 are currently in a super open, juicy phase, but with age they slip into a kind of liturgical sleep. Ruchottes 2014 is right in that state now; despite all its complexity, you can feel its potential in every sip.

Indulge in perfection at classic French restaurants: impeccable service, cuisine, and elite wines like Puligny-Montrachet ‘Les Enseigneres’ 2020 Coche-Dury (silky terroir delight), Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru ‘Les Cras’ 2012 Roumier (expressive balance), and Rayas 2012 Reynaud (Burgundian Grenache mastery). Top spots profit on wine via Chef, Sommelier, Maître d'hôtel. For Burgundy aficionados!

A sommelier’s deep dive into a rare Burgundy comparative tasting, contrasting the styles of master vintners like Roumier, Ponsot, Pitiot, Faiveley, and Perrot-Minot across the highly-acclaimed 2010, 2009, and 2005 vintages. The article features reviews of iconic wines from Clos de Tart and Clos de la Bussière.