California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
California
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,473.54 |
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James Suckling (97)The brightness and vivid fruit character here is so very impressive. Medium to full body. Firm and silky tannins. Extremely long and linear with a gorgeous finish. I can’t wait on this. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$910.59 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)I also loved the 2016 Pinot Noir Arrendell Vineyard. Located in the Russian River and planted in 1975 to a heritage Martini Clone, this cool site struggles to ripen, giving this 2016 an exotic, complex, vibrant style along with its ample red and black fruits, candied violets, potpourri, and sandalwood. It’s one of the more vibrant, racier wines in the lineup, yet its acidity is nicely integrated, it’s flawlessly balanced, and it has a great, great finish. Give bottles a year or two and enjoy over the following decade. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,263.75 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)The 2018 Pinot Noir Far Coast Vineyard comes from a site not far from the Pacific Ocean, in the Sonoma Coast AVA, and it's one of the bigger, richer wines in the lineup in 2018. Deeper ruby-hued, with a stunning nose of ripe mulberries, Bing cherries, candied strawberries, spring flowers, and orange blossom, this is a spicy, medium to full-bodied, impressively concentrated Pinot Noir. Despite being from a cooler vineyard, it brings plenty of richness and sexy fruit, with a certain exotic character. I've always loved this cuvée (although I've always thought the Chardonnay was slightly more successful), but this might be the finest vintage I've tasted to date. Count me impressed. It's going to have 10-15 years of prime drinking. It's one of the finest Pinot Noirs in this report. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,035.98 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2018 Chardonnay Seascape Vineyard was 100% barrel fermented in French oak barrels, 26% new, and aged for 14 months. It needs a little coaxing to reveal restrained notes of lemon meringue pie, lime leaves, struck flint and wet pebbles with touches of coriander seed, orange blossoms and yuzu zest. Medium-bodied, the palate is very crisp, intense and pure with loads of citrus and stone-inspired flavors, finishing very long and zesty. This tight-knit beauty is going to be incredible in another year or two and will drink well for at least 10+ years. 270 cases were made. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$785.26 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The 2016 Hartford Court Chardonnay Jennifer’s Vineyard displays intense notes of grapefruit, green guava, mango and pineapple with nuances of talc, oyster shells and fresh ginger. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and super intense with tightly wound layers of citrus and tropical fruits and bags of mineral notions on the epically long finish. This needs time but should emerge from the cellar gloriously in 2-3 years! 337 cases produced. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,486.75 |
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James Suckling (97)Blueberry, stone, currant and mint aromas. This is really layered and fantastic. Detailed. Full-bodied yet fresh and intense. Love the stone, currant and bark flavors. Needs two to three years of bottle age. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$905.16 |
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Heitz Cellar, Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2016 embodies the quintessential elegance of the region. Sourced from meticulously tended vineyards on the slopes of Napa Valley, this Cabernet is crafted from hand-selected, old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The meticulous fermentation process, conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserves the vibrant fruit character while allowing for deep structural complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers of vanilla and spice without overshadowing its inherent purity. The 2016 vintage showcases a profound bouquet of blackberry, cassis, and subtle hints of tobacco, complemented by a velvety tannic backbone and a lingering, balanced finish. Produced by the esteemed Heitz family, renowned for their unwavering commitment to quality and sustainable viticulture, this Lot C-91 offers connoisseurs a remarkable expression of Napa Valley’s Cabernet excellence. ``` |
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California | 5 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,665.68 |
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Vinous (92)The 2014 Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault draws on fruit across the entire ranch. Silky and aromatic, with understated depth, the 2014 will give readers a good idea of the personality of both the vintage and this site. Bright red stone fruit and delicate yet incisive tannins give the wine its shape and overall feel. This is a relatively easygoing style for Hirsch. |
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California | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,792.94 |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,222.17 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The “dark expression of Ark Vineyard" continues with the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Dark Ark. Deep garnet-black, the nose is profoundly earthy/meaty, slowly revealing beguiling notes of damp soil, truffles and crushed rocks, before giving way to a core of crème de cassis, black cherry compote and fruitcake with wafts of beef drippings and wild fungi. Full-bodied, rich and oh-so-earthy in the mouth, the palate delivers layers of black fruit preserves, beautifully offset by a lively backbone and velvety tannins, finishing epically long and layered. There is something hauntingly cerebral and yet satisfyingly visceral about this vintage—a singular experience! |
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California | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,638.30 |
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California | 6 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,651.85 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Few and Far Between features beautiful red roses, Ceylon tea and sandalwood notions with tar, earth and charcuterie hints in the background plus accents of iron ore, pencil shavings and forest floor. The palate is full-bodied, concentrated and firmly structured with fantastically ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness delivering a very long, vibrantly fruited finish. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,240.00 |
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James Suckling (97)The brightness and vivid fruit character here is so very impressive. Medium to full body. Firm and silky tannins. Extremely long and linear with a gorgeous finish. I can’t wait on this. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
In Bond
SG$776.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)I also loved the 2016 Pinot Noir Arrendell Vineyard. Located in the Russian River and planted in 1975 to a heritage Martini Clone, this cool site struggles to ripen, giving this 2016 an exotic, complex, vibrant style along with its ample red and black fruits, candied violets, potpourri, and sandalwood. It’s one of the more vibrant, racier wines in the lineup, yet its acidity is nicely integrated, it’s flawlessly balanced, and it has a great, great finish. Give bottles a year or two and enjoy over the following decade. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
In Bond
SG$1,100.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)The 2018 Pinot Noir Far Coast Vineyard comes from a site not far from the Pacific Ocean, in the Sonoma Coast AVA, and it's one of the bigger, richer wines in the lineup in 2018. Deeper ruby-hued, with a stunning nose of ripe mulberries, Bing cherries, candied strawberries, spring flowers, and orange blossom, this is a spicy, medium to full-bodied, impressively concentrated Pinot Noir. Despite being from a cooler vineyard, it brings plenty of richness and sexy fruit, with a certain exotic character. I've always loved this cuvée (although I've always thought the Chardonnay was slightly more successful), but this might be the finest vintage I've tasted to date. Count me impressed. It's going to have 10-15 years of prime drinking. It's one of the finest Pinot Noirs in this report. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$895.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2018 Chardonnay Seascape Vineyard was 100% barrel fermented in French oak barrels, 26% new, and aged for 14 months. It needs a little coaxing to reveal restrained notes of lemon meringue pie, lime leaves, struck flint and wet pebbles with touches of coriander seed, orange blossoms and yuzu zest. Medium-bodied, the palate is very crisp, intense and pure with loads of citrus and stone-inspired flavors, finishing very long and zesty. This tight-knit beauty is going to be incredible in another year or two and will drink well for at least 10+ years. 270 cases were made. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$663.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The 2016 Hartford Court Chardonnay Jennifer’s Vineyard displays intense notes of grapefruit, green guava, mango and pineapple with nuances of talc, oyster shells and fresh ginger. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and super intense with tightly wound layers of citrus and tropical fruits and bags of mineral notions on the epically long finish. This needs time but should emerge from the cellar gloriously in 2-3 years! 337 cases produced. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,165.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Blueberry, stone, currant and mint aromas. This is really layered and fantastic. Detailed. Full-bodied yet fresh and intense. Love the stone, currant and bark flavors. Needs two to three years of bottle age. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$773.00 |
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Heitz Cellar, Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2016 embodies the quintessential elegance of the region. Sourced from meticulously tended vineyards on the slopes of Napa Valley, this Cabernet is crafted from hand-selected, old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The meticulous fermentation process, conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserves the vibrant fruit character while allowing for deep structural complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers of vanilla and spice without overshadowing its inherent purity. The 2016 vintage showcases a profound bouquet of blackberry, cassis, and subtle hints of tobacco, complemented by a velvety tannic backbone and a lingering, balanced finish. Produced by the esteemed Heitz family, renowned for their unwavering commitment to quality and sustainable viticulture, this Lot C-91 offers connoisseurs a remarkable expression of Napa Valley’s Cabernet excellence. ``` |
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California | 5 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$2,345.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2014 Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault draws on fruit across the entire ranch. Silky and aromatic, with understated depth, the 2014 will give readers a good idea of the personality of both the vintage and this site. Bright red stone fruit and delicate yet incisive tannins give the wine its shape and overall feel. This is a relatively easygoing style for Hirsch. |
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California | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,635.00 |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,935.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The “dark expression of Ark Vineyard" continues with the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Dark Ark. Deep garnet-black, the nose is profoundly earthy/meaty, slowly revealing beguiling notes of damp soil, truffles and crushed rocks, before giving way to a core of crème de cassis, black cherry compote and fruitcake with wafts of beef drippings and wild fungi. Full-bodied, rich and oh-so-earthy in the mouth, the palate delivers layers of black fruit preserves, beautifully offset by a lively backbone and velvety tannins, finishing epically long and layered. There is something hauntingly cerebral and yet satisfyingly visceral about this vintage—a singular experience! |
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California | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,400.00 |
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California | 6 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,495.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Few and Far Between features beautiful red roses, Ceylon tea and sandalwood notions with tar, earth and charcuterie hints in the background plus accents of iron ore, pencil shavings and forest floor. The palate is full-bodied, concentrated and firmly structured with fantastically ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness delivering a very long, vibrantly fruited finish. |
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