90
points
Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2006 Chardonnay (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune)
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$52
Textured wine, the crisp white fruits are tight against acidity and spice. It fills the mouth, broadening into a wine that becomes creamy, with wood and green plum skins giving structure. This is another example of how a lesser appellation can shine at the hands of a master vigneron.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
88
points
Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2006 Pinot Noir (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune)
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$52
There is great purity of fruit here. The wine that shows the freshest of strawberries, and is given a jelly flavor by their sweetness. The tannins are a core of dryness and blend satisfyingly with the acidity and fruits. For such a humble appellation, this is an impressive wine.
— R.V.
(12/31/2008)
85
points
Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Pinot Noir (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune)
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$47
On the austere side, with fruit that has considerable—perhaps too much—freshness. Berry flavors and tannins verge on stalky, and the acidity gives the wine a light aftertaste.
— R.V.
(7/1/2010)
84
points
Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Chardonnay (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune)
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$45
Pleasant, soft wine, easy to drink, its fruits round and somewhat dilute. It doesn’t resonate, but is certainly fresh and crisp.
— R.V.
(7/1/2010)