En Primeur | Domaine Simon Bize

Domaine Simon Bize is a substantial estate by Burgundy standards, with 22 hectares mainly in the appellation of Savigny Lès Beaune including six very diverse 1ers Crus and two fine Grand Cru parcels in Corton Charlemagne and Latricières Chambertin. Just like DRC, the domaine has continued the traditional practice of working with whole bunches during the vinification. Having drifted out of fashion in the 80s and 90s, whole bunch vinification is now receiving renewed credibility throughout the Côtes.

2020 Savigny lès Beaune Aux Grands Liards Simon Bize - 6x75cl

  • Red
  • 2024 - 2038
  • Domaine Simon Bize et Fils
  • 6x75cl
  • Savigny-lès-beaune, Red Burgundy
  • En Primeur
Pricing
£170.00 In Bond

  • Goedhuis, December 2021

    This village blend comes from three different parcels planted by successive generations of the family in 1939, 1950 and 1979, on just under 2 hectares of vineyards. Always an archetypal Savigny, this is perfumed with wild alpine fruits so typical of whole cluster winemaking. This comprises layers of sweet flowing fruit underpinned by fine-grained tannins and a gentle touch of freshness. This is a great introduction to the domaine’s classic style.

  • Neal Martin, December 2021, Score: 90-92

    The 2020 Savigny-lès-Beaune Les Grands Liards has a lifted bouquet with red cherries, a touch of blackcurrant pastilles and violet, pure and nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy tannins, a fine bead of acidity, quite taut and linear at the moment with a saline finish. Give this 4-5 years in bottle. Drink 2025 - 2038

  • Burghound, April 2022, Score: 88-91

    This is aromatically similar to the straight Savigny though with a bit more floral influence. The sleek, intense and palate coating flavors possess fine density with good power and punch suffusing the lingering if mildly warm finish that also make clear that at least some patience is in order. Drink 2028+

  • Jasper Morris MW, January 2022, Score: 84-86

    Brutal black purple. There is something slightly lactic on the nose. Dark brambly fruit, this is like an over-dry 2005 in style. Abrupt at the finish. Where will this go?

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More About Domaine Simon Bize

At Simon Bize the fruit handling is very gentle to support whole bunch vinification, allowing them to produce very stylish wines which possess the sweetness of fruit and subtle tannic core which are so typical of the wines of Savigny.

Simon Bize’s great-grandson Patrick managed the domaine masterfully for 40 years until 2013, since which time his widow Chisa has directed this fine estate with equal success. 2020 is Chisa’s last vintage before handing over to their son Hugo and newly appointed technical director, Eric Pignal, a Pinot Noir specialist with experience in Sonoma and at Domaine Dujac. This is a superb selection of wines in 2020 and Chisa can be very proud of the legacy she has left for the new team.

Pricing

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Additional Information

  • Duty Paid wines have been removed from Bond and cannot subsequently be returned to Bond.  VAT is payable on Duty Paid wines. These wines must remain Duty Paid but can be purchased as such for storage subject to VAT.

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Tax status

  • IB: In Bond. These wines have had no UK Duty or VAT paid on them. Wines can be purchased In Bond for storage in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse, or for export to non-EU countries.

  • DP: Duty Paid. Wines for immediate UK delivery must be purchased Duty Paid. VAT is payable on Duty Paid wines. Wines which have been removed from Bond cannot subsequently be returned to Bond. They must remain Duty Paid but can be purchased as such for storage subject to VAT.

  • EP: En Primeur. These wines are lying in the Domaines’ cellars until shipping. They can only be purchased In Bond. On arrival in the UK these wines can either be stored In Bond in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse or delivered directly to you. When you decide to take delivery, Duty and VAT at the prevailing rate become payable.