Free shipping on 6+ bottles. “Classic 95+” Rating "Sweet cherries and dried raspberries can be found in the aromatics of this beautiful Pinot. From the outstanding purity of fruit to its candied raspberry, cherry, and juicy blueberry flavors. It is lively, immensely flavorful, and possesses an admirably long, well-delineated finish." - The Wine Insiders Robert Parker's Advocate on Burgundy 2009 The 2009 red Burgundies have attracted considerable attention for their ripe, seductive personalities. Is all of the hype justified? In most cases it is. The wines are open and expressive, with a warm radiance that seems to echo the extended sunlight that is one of the defining characteristics of the year. The 2009s are fleshy, generous wines that are impressive for their textural richness, even if at times they lack the verve, transparency and inner perfume that is such a big part of what makes Burgundy unique. It is a very even, consistent year across both the Côte de Beaune and the Côte de Nuits at all levels. Unfortunately, pricing for the 2009 will be in the stratosphere. At press time, many US importers had not made pricing available, but based on the level of interest for the vintage there is every indication prices will be high. As always, a handful of the most collectable and highly-desired wines will require eye-popping sums of cash, but behind that many delicious Burgundies should be available at less egregious premiums. Savvy readers should focus on less well-known, but high quality producers, the entry-level wines of the best domaines and pay special attention to the finest 2008s.