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2005 Fred Magnien red Burgundy
“Among the 1ers and grands crus, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1999, 2001 and 2002 all produced some wines that are wonderfully impressive and certainly great, indeed in certain cases, a full-on match for their 2005 counterparts. But in terms of the sheer number of great wines, 2005 surpasses all of them in my view.”—Burghound

How can a lover of Burgundy not be awed by the sheer power of terroir? Unique, complex and always profound, red Burgundy from winemaker Frédéric Magnien even in lesser years perfectly captures the character of each Côte d'Or plot he chooses.

And when you combine a profoundly talented artisan with a vintage of the quality of 2005, be prepared for some serious fireworks. 2005 is a landmark year, a remarkable vintage that brings to mind 1985 and 1990, yet raises the volume considerably higher.

This special selection of new Burgundy cuvées from the Magnien family exhibits everything you'd expect from legendary Burgundy—penetrating colors, intense, layered flavors, and a sublime character that all but guarantees a great cellar life. LIMITED!

Thursday, March 15, 2007


Frédéric Magnien Mercurey Rouge 2005
Frédéric Magnien Mercurey Rouge 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
A raspberry bomb! Luscious, ripe fruit from a spectacular source in Mercurey was aged 10% in new wood. Spicy and fresh, with brisk aromas of lavender and red fruits…
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Frédéric Magnien Fixin 2005
Frédéric Magnien Fixin 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
An intensely gorgeous blend of older-vine vineyard fruit. An elegant nose of red fruits and spring violets mixes with bountiful perfumes of ginger and lavender.
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Frédéric Magnien Marsannay Ronsoy 2005
Frédéric Magnien Marsannay Ronsoy 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Black raspberry jam on toast, juicy Bing cherries warmed by the sun. Notes of ginger and cumin in the nose and mouth keep everything jumping and vibrant. Very sultry and spicy…
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Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges Longecourts 2005
Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges Longecourts 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Crushed blackberries and cassis, with notes of lavender and blueberry on the juicy finish. Soft tannins share stage time with warm leather. Bold, yet with plenty of acidic balance.
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Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges Vieilles Vignes 2005
Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges Vieilles Vignes 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
“A classic Nuits nose combines pungent iron-infused earth, animale and underbrush notes at the heart of a mix of mostly red berry fruit aromas that precedes rich, full, fleshy and generous medium-full flavors…"
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Frédéric Magnien Vosne-Romanee Vieilles Vignes 2005
Frédéric Magnien Vosne-Romanee Vieilles Vignes 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
“A wonderfully spicy and sexy nose features blue, black and violets notes around a core of red cherry aromas that can also be found on the very rich, sweet and nicely refined flavors that possess an attractive texture on the mid-palate."
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Frédéric Magnien Morey-St.-Denis 1er Cru Clos Baulet 2005
Frédéric Magnien Morey-St.-Denis 1er Cru Clos Baulet 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Pure black cherries mix with hints of blueberries amid plenty of invigorating spice. “My most elegant Morey,” says winemaker Fred Magnien.
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Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Cru Perriere 2005
Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Cru Perriere 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Practically every step through “Perrières” releases a chalky perfume—this rocky, chalk-rich vineyard endows fruit with abundant, electric notes of white pepper spice.
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Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Cru Coeur de Roches 2005
Frédéric Magnien Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Cru Coeur de Roches 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
The mouth is dense and long, with lots of spice notes, black cherries, cranberries and pomegranates. Classic Nuits; beautifully structured with great density, acidity and a noble white pepper/minerality.
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Frédéric Magnien Morey-St.-Denis 1er Cru Les Blanchards 2005
Frédéric Magnien Morey-St.-Denis 1er Cru Les Blanchards 2005
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
“An interesting nose of menthol, earth, smoked meat and mostly dark berry fruit aromas leads to slightly toasty rich and sweet flavors that are exceptionally rich and mouth coating…"
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