Please note: We regret that, just like all fine wine merchants, we are unable to sell leading Grand Cru and Premier Cru or wines from particularly sought after domaines in isolation – we cannot buy them from the domaines that way ourselves and we are aware that demand is sure to outstrip supply. Instead of running a complex system of allocations, we aim to confirm requests shortly after they are made or highlight where we are unable to assist or where a balance might be required to secure a particularly desirable wine.
Olivier Lamy continues to be regarded as one of the most talented and thoughtful winemakers in the whole of Burgundy. And rightly so. His own incredible energy is reflected in his wines, each of which expresses its terroir with unerring accuracy and clarity. He uses no new oak, he expands his use of larger barrels and uses no sulphur for the first twelve months of the wines’ life. Olivier is a winemaker that inspires huge confidence, adapting to the vintage conditions to harness the essence of each vineyard.
Vineyards have been in the family since the 17th century. Olivier joined his father Hubert formally at the domaine in 1995 but had been firmly in command for some years before taking the helm. He now oversees 17 hectares of vineyard over 18 appellations. His wines are often the finest of the entire Saint Aubin appellation and are principally from Premiers Cru vineywards with at least 75% being white. The quality is unquestionable.
2017 St Aubin 1er Cru, Clos des Meix, Domaine Hubert Lamy
£160 per 6 bottle case in bond
As always, the Clos des Meix offers up gently-textured fruit in a highly appealing style. This is one of the earlier approachable 1er Cru of Olivier Lamy with ripe citrus and a touch of ripe nectarine to the fore. The palate is supple yet not without direction and shows a juicy, lime fruit length. Drink 2019-2023
2017 St Aubin 1er Cru, Clos de la Chatenière, Domaine Hubert Lamy
£210 per 6 bottle case in bond
From south facing, 60-year-old vines the Chatenière 2017 displays gentle notes of toast and a subtle creamy aspect allied to patisserie notes. On the palate there is a wonderful ripe yellow fruit richness, citrus oil and a hint of honey. The whole is held in check by an underlying sense of energy. A really successful Chatenière which captures the ripeness and freshness that go hand-in-hand in the better wines of the vintage. Drink 2021-2026
2017 St Aubin 1er Cru, En Remilly, Domaine Hubert Lamy
£210 per 6 bottle case in bond
From higher up the hill of St Aubin and from remarkably stony soils, this En Remilly shows pure, focused citrus fruit on the nose. The palate shows a vibrant, persistent yellow grapefruit length and a dynamic limestone minerality. An impressive En Remilly (again) from Olivier Lamy. Drink 2020-2027