J&B's 2020 burgundies

Justerini & Brooks' 30th anniversary tasting was a little smaller than usual. But at least it took place! Ghislaine Barthod, producer of impeccable, long-lived Chambolles, pictured above by Jon Wyand. See this guide to all our coverage of the 2020 burgundies.

Friday, 21 January 2022
Ghislaine Barthod photographed by Jon Wyand

The Burgundy Week tasting that felt most COVID-secure was Justerini & Brooks’. It was held, as usual, in the massive, airy Great Hall of One Great George Street. I see from the specifications of this popular venue that it’s as big as two full-size tennis courts with a ceiling more than 13 m (43 ft) high. But this...