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.
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Vinous (95)
The 2021 Pinot Noir Hellenthal Old Shop Block is another searingly intense wine in this lineup of young Pinots. Accordingly, readers should be in no rush. Chalk, white pepper, incense, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, blood orange and mint meld into a core of red-toned fruit. Bright acids and vibrant tannins give the wine its shape and overall drive.Inc. GSTSG$1,121.04 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Occidental Vineyard is savory with fresh mint and more masculine aromatics, including cherry fruit and dark minerality. The palate is structured and long, with a more iron-rich quality, pomegranate seed, red cherry, and spice. Hold 2-3 years and drink over the following 15 years.Inc. GSTSG$1,082.69 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
A deep ruby hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir Occidental Vineyard takes on a lot of the qualities of the Annabelle and amplifies them. Offering notes of blackberry, black raspberry, fresh and pure herbs, rocky earth, and black cherry as well as a sanguine minerality, it also delivers a haunting mineral note that’s almost impossible to put into words. Drink 2025-2040.Inc. GSTSG$1,274.65 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2021 Chardonnay Zephyr pours a vibrant straw with green highlights and opens in the glass to notes of lime blossom, chive, and hints of tropical fruit and sea spray. It retains ripeness throughout, with fresh lime, green apple, white flowers, and fresh herbs, as well as saline and sea spray. Drink this over the next decade.Inc. GSTSG$834.42 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
A bright straw yellow hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Zephyr comes from the coastally influenced region between Bodega Headlands and the Sebastopol Hills, where cool coastal air envelops the vines. The soils provide shallow, exposed topsoils, slowing the vine's maturation and extending the growing season. The grapes develop thicker skins, which has resulted in producing a striking and savory wine. In the glass, the wine opens with nuanced reductive and flinty aromas that give way to notes of wet stone, almond skin, white peach, saline, and fresh flowers. The palate offers a medium-bodied frame, concentrated richness of extract, and notable structure, with lasting notes of lemon balm through a long and rounded finish. It deserves a few years in cool cellars and will begin to show its best in the next several years. Drink 2026-2038.Inc. GSTSG$717.66 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
A bright straw hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Trout Gulch is bright and lifted with fresh, savory aromas of lemon balm, saline, fresh apples, and white flowers. Medium-bodied, it has a lovely floating feel, with a pithy, chalky texture, pure lime freshness, and good lift on the finish. Drink 2025-2035.Inc. GSTSG$604.63 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch utilized 75% whole cluster fruit in fermentation, and it is lifted with salted raspberry, wet stones, and delicate red flowers. The palate is medium bodied, with super-fine tannins. There is crunchy red fruit and perfume on the finish, with a long-lasting mineral feel. Drink 2024-2038.Inc. GSTSG$179.74 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch utilized 75% whole cluster fruit in fermentation, and it is lifted with salted raspberry, wet stones, and delicate red flowers. The palate is medium bodied, with super-fine tannins. There is crunchy red fruit and perfume on the finish, with a long-lasting mineral feel. Drink 2024-2038.Inc. GSTSG$809.22 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
A medium ruby hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch also comes from the Santa Cruz Mountains, where this vineyard sees more southern and coastal influence and is situated only 3.5 miles from the ocean. Compared to the Mindego Ridge, it shows a darker and more savory profile. On the nose, it’s layered and complex with notes of wild raspberries, fresh pine, fresh roses, and sea spray. The palate has a more angular structure, with medium body, crunchy, ripe tannins, refreshing, snappy acidity, and a chalky, mineral texture. It also expresses undercurrents of more savory umami notes through the finish, which will only enhance the wine as it comes into its own over the next several years. Drink 2025-2037.Inc. GSTSG$668.61 -
(6x75cl) 2016The Cervantes MMXVI Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship from the esteemed Cervantes Winery, nestled in the heart of Napa Valley. Harvested from meticulously tended vineyards, each Cabernet Sauvignon grape benefits from the region’s ideal climate and rich terroir, ensuring profound depth and complexity. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and aged for 18 months in hand-selected French oak barrels, this vintage reveals a harmonious balance of robust tannins and velvety textures. The nose presents an enticing bouquet of blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle hints of tobacco and cedar, while the palate is layered with flavours of dark cherry, blackberry, and a touch of mocha, culminating in a long, elegant finish. Recognised by esteemed wine publications for its elegance and structure, the Cervantes MMXVI Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 is a testament to the producer’s unwavering dedication to quality and tradition. Ideal for both connoisseurs and discerning enthusiasts, this wine promises a memorable and refined experience.
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(12x75cl) 2021The Chanin Alamos Chardonnay 2021, a splendid example of Californian winemaking finesse, exudes pronounced aromas of citrus, pear and acacia blossom. Crafted by the acclaimed winemaker, Gavin Chanin, this fine wine hails from the Alamos vineyard situated in Santa Barbara County. It is renowned for cool, foggy climates and calcareous soils rendering it an impeccable terroir for growing Chardonnay grapes. Artisanal in nature, Chanin adheres to traditional winemaking methods including manual harvesting, native yeast fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels. Laced with hints of vanilla and toasted almond, this vibrantly fruity Chardonnay delivers balanced acidity and an enduring finish – a testament to Chanin's deftness and commitment to producing site-specific, Burgundy styles in California. Allow the Chanin Alamos Chardonnay 2021 to breathe before consumption to experience its full complexity. Epitomising the harmonious blend of Californian terroir and Burgundian craftsmanship, this wine adds a note of sophistication to any occasion.
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(12x75cl) 2022Jeb Dunnuck (94)
Rocking levels of stone fruits, honeysuckle, toasted spices, and brioche-like notes all emerge from the 2022 Chardonnay Los Alamos Vineyard, a medium-bodied, forward, supple Chardonay that shines for its purity and balance. As with most 2022s, it has a soft, forward style that just begs to be drunk. It should keep for 4-6 years.Inc. GSTSG$825.09 -
(12x75cl) 2022Jeb Dunnuck (94)
The 2022 Pinot Noir Los Alamos Vineyard comes from a site near the Alisos Canyon AVA and was 90% destemmed and spent 18 months in 15% new French oak, with the balance in neutral oak. It has a vivid ruby hue as well as a great nose of bright red cherries, candied violets, sandalwood, and dried flowers. This carries to a medium-bodied Pinot Noir with a supple, elegant mouthfeel, nicely checked acidity, and a charming style. It shows the more forward, delicate style of the vintage yet brings considerable density and depth, and it’s beautifully done.Inc. GSTSG$1,074.65 -
(12x75cl) 2018Celebrating the rich harvest of California's famed Santa Maria Valley, Chanin Bien Nacido Chardonnay 2018 shines as a connoisseur’s delight. Gavin Chanin, the artisan behind Chanin Wine Company, is renowned for his commitment to meticulous handcrafting and dedication to revealing the unique essence of each vineyard. This elegant Chardonnay is an exquisite testament to his craft.
Produced from grapes hand-picked from the historic Bien Nacido vineyards, this Chardonnay undergoes barrel fermentation in French oak, and subsequent ageing for about a year, resulting in an intrinsic balance of vibrant fruit flavours and integrated oak accents. The opulent strawberry, peach and hints of toasted almond intermingle seamlessly with its bright acidity and palpable minerality.
Inspired by vibrant Californian terroir, the Chanin Bien Nacido Chardonnay 2018 stands as a shining embodiment of the producer’s minimalist winemaking approach, producing chardonnays that demonstrate authenticity, purity and varietal expression. A true virtuoso of the vine.
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(12x75cl) 2022Vinous (95)
The 2022 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard is bright, aromatic and penetrating, with terrific cut that drives right through the mid-palate and finish. Lemon confit, slate, crushed flowers and white pepper all race through the mouth. This taut, expressive Chardonnay has so much to offer. Gavin Chanin certainly got the most out of his fruit from I and L Blocks.Inc. GSTSG$952.57 -
(12x75cl) 2021Sublime elegance encapsulates the Chanin Los Alamas Pinot Noir 2021, a wine possessing unparalleled sophistication. Crafted by the renowned producer Chanin Wines in the scenic Santa Maria Valley of California, USA, this Pinot Noir is a testament to meticulous viticulture and artful winemaking. Aged in French oak barrels for 16 months, only 18% of which were new, this wine embodies an enchanting balance of power and subtlety.
This fine wine showcases the signature red fruit predominance of Pinot Noir – a burst of ripe cherries, raspberries, and strawberries, harmoniously merged with an undercurrent of earthy truffle and toasted oak. On the palate, its silky tannins and vibrant acidity embrace a well-rounded, lengthy finish. The Chanin Los Alamas Pinot Noir 2021 underscores Gavin Chanin's dedication to 'site-specific' winemaking, infusing every sip with the terroir's unique charm. It's a splendid choice for those appreciating fine, hand-crafted wines.
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(12x75cl) 2012The Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2012 represents sophisticated Californian winemaking at its finest. Showcasing the well-seasoned hand of winemaker Gavin Chanin, an admirer of Old World techniques, this wine hails from the renowned Bien Nacido Vineyard within Santa Maria Valley, an area famed for exquisitely balanced Pinot Noirs. Aged for 15 months in Francois Freres French oak barrels, 25% new, this exemplary wine reveals a precisely defined, complex character.
On the palate, the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2012 reveals beautifully layered flavours of red fruit and spice underscored by harmonious acidity and velvety tannins. Its lengthy, elegant finish allows the complexities to evolve, enhancing its exquisite style. Revered by critics, this wine stands strongly among top-tier Pinot Noirs, illustrating the elegance of Santa Maria Valley's terroir and the refined craftsmanship of Chanin.
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(12x75cl) 2013The Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 offers an entrancing bouquet of red fruit, black tea and a dusting of spices. As a product of the acclaimed Santa Maria Valley, California, USA, it bears the hallmarks of its origin with aplomb. Hailing from Gavin Chanin, recognised in Forbes' 30 under 30 in the Food and Wine Category, this Pinot Noir boasts of elegance and longevity. Aged in French oak barrels for 15 months, this wine exhibits an elegant balance of fruit and structure with pronounced black cherry and wild strawberry notes.
Meticulously hand-sorted and fermented with native yeast, the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 exudes the perfect combination of fresh acidity and ripe, concentrated flavours. Its nuanced mineral streaks underline its pedigree. Enjoy the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 now or let it age gracefully, appreciating the evolution of its lush body and complex aromas.
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(12x75cl) 2018Experience the premium sophistication of Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018. An exquisite product from the famed Californian producer, Gavin Chanin, known globally for his artistic flair in viniculture. This masterly crafted wine originates from the revered Sanford & Benedict vineyard, Santa Barbara County, California's oldest, continuously producing Chardonnay vineyard.
The alluring Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018 is created with grapes carefully hand-harvested, fermented using native yeasts, and aged in French oak barrels for a year – a traditional process exuding superior craftsmanship. This fine wine captivates with a remarkable balance of intense citrus fruits, structured minerality, and an underpin of delicate oak.
Your palate shall be enchanted by its vibrant acidity and nuanced complexity, promising an impressive evolutionary potential. Savour the Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018, a harmonious fusion of Californian sunshine and world-class winemaking brilliance.
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(12x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (94+)
From a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation, the 2020 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir saw quite a bit more stems and was fermented with 40% stems and brought up in 20% new oak. It has a wonderful nose of ripe red and black currants as well as subtle woodsmoke, dried herbs, and forest floor. This carries to a pure, medium-bodied, balanced Pinot Noir with ripe tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It opens up nicely with time in the glass and will no doubt benefit from another year or two of bottle age.Inc. GSTSG$1,519.24 -
(12x75cl) 2021Wine Advocate (95)
The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is scented of raspberry, cranberry, autumn leaves and spicy undertones. The palate is surprisingly powerful with concentrated, layered fruit, spice and floral character. It has abundant, grainy tannins, shimmery acidity, and a very long, perfumed finish. It deserves 3-5 years in bottle.Inc. GSTSG$1,342.79 -
(12x75cl) 2022Wine Advocate (95+)
The most fragrant and multidimensional wine of the range, the 2022 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is floral, oceanic, mossy and graceful on the nose. The palate straddles lavish decadence with silky refinement, perfectly displaying how this vineyard doesn't show all its cards at once, ceaselessly gaining in amplitude and volume but never weight. The finish combines delicious richness, bracing acidity and admirable focus. A beautiful showing of a classic site in a challenging year, this should be a pleasure to follow over the next decade.Inc. GSTSG$1,286.11 -
(12x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (93+)
Much darker and more exotic, the 2020 Zotovich Vineyard Pinot Noir has more mulled red (and some black) fruits as well as roasted herbs, forest floor, and gamey nuances to go with a medium-bodied, supple, rounded, structured style on the palate. It's more firm, focused and tannic, and will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age.Inc. GSTSG$1,393.89 -
(12x75cl) 2021
Indulge in the depth and richness of the Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 - boutique Pinot Noir produced on California's picturesque Central Coast. The acclaimed producer, Gavin Chanin, reverently combines time-honoured winemaking techniques with contemporary sophistication, resulting in a wine that is both full-bodied and refined. Produced in the famed Zotovich Vineyards located in Santa Rita Hills, the fruit is carefully hand-harvested, capturing the essence of the region's coveted terroir in every sip.
Meticulously cold fermented in small tanks before an extended period of ageing in French oak, the Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 is distinguished by its exceptional balance, expressive palate of dark berries and savoury spices, and a long, silky finish that's sure to seduce the discerning oenophile. This limited production wine, renowned for its meticulously crafted elegance and allure, illustrates the potential for Pinot Noir in the New World. Savour the excellence of Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 - a revelation in every bottle.
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(12x75cl) 2022Wine Advocate (93)
As with the Chardonnay bottling, the 2022 Pinot Noir Zotovich Vineyard falls in the stylistic center of the Chanin Pinot Noir roster. It leads with elegant and reserved aromas of dried flowers, dark spices and oolong tea leaves. The palate offers the most velvety concentration of the Chanin Pinot Noirs, leading to a rich yet energetic finish framed with subtly drying tannins and increasing tension with time in the glass.Inc. GSTSG$1,115.03 -
(12x75cl) 2018Showcasing the mastery of winemaker Gavin Chanin, the Chanin, Schock Family Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County 2018 is, quite simply, a vinous tour de force. Carefully crafted at the Chanin Winery in one of California's most renowned winemaking regions, this Syrah exemplifies the truly expressive varietal character that Santa Barbara can bring.
The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with native yeasts, before maturing for almost two years in French oak barrels. The result is a beautifully balanced red wine, boasting a bouquet of dark cherries and violets, underscored by subtle pepper and spice. The grounded earthiness is gracefully bridged by a delicate acidity, leaving a truly memorable finish. The minimal intervention during vinification pays homage to old-world methodologies, and displays Chanin's commitment to highlighting the terroir's natural charm.
The passion of the Schock family amplifies through the bottle's elegance, making the Chanin, Schock Family Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County 2018, a crown jewel in any true connoisseur's collection.
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(1x75cl) 2012Vinous (94+)
The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill is rich and explosive, with tons of concentration, depth and structure. Dark blue and black fruit, mocha, smoke, menthol, licorice and spices all burst from the glass as this huge, tannic Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its pure class. Readers will have to be patient with the 2012, a wine that will blow the roof off the house with its unbridled power.Inc. GSTSG$925.22 -
Vinous (96)
A deep, inky wine, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill exudes richness and concentration. Blackberry jam, crème de cassis, graphite, mocha, smoke and spices meld together as this ample, structured Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its personality. The Pritchard Hill is made in a ripe, concentrated style that is quite typical of the vintage. At the same time, the impact of heavier extractions and more new oak also shapes the wine to a significant degree. I am not sure the Pritchard Hill is meaningfully more complex than the Signature, but it is quite striking just the same. As good as the 2013 is today - and it is terrific - my sense is that it would be even better with less oak influence. This is an especially somber, virile Cabernet Sauvignon from Chappellet.Inc. GSTSG$457.33 -
Vinous (96)
A deep, inky wine, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill exudes richness and concentration. Blackberry jam, crème de cassis, graphite, mocha, smoke and spices meld together as this ample, structured Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its personality. The Pritchard Hill is made in a ripe, concentrated style that is quite typical of the vintage. At the same time, the impact of heavier extractions and more new oak also shapes the wine to a significant degree. I am not sure the Pritchard Hill is meaningfully more complex than the Signature, but it is quite striking just the same. As good as the 2013 is today - and it is terrific - my sense is that it would be even better with less oak influence. This is an especially somber, virile Cabernet Sauvignon from Chappellet.Inc. GSTSG$2,831.19 -
Wine Advocate (97)
Drinking beautifully, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill boasts classic aromas of mint, sage and ripe cherries. I don't see it as being quite as long-lived as previous reviewers, but the quality is definitely at an extremely high level. Full-bodied, it's supple, creamy and lush on the palate yet still shows ample freshness and vivacity and a long, silky finish.Inc. GSTSG$2,375.55
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Vinous (95)
The 2021 Pinot Noir Hellenthal Old Shop Block is another searingly intense wine in this lineup of young Pinots. Accordingly, readers should be in no rush. Chalk, white pepper, incense, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, blood orange and mint meld into a core of red-toned fruit. Bright acids and vibrant tannins give the wine its shape and overall drive.In BondSG$977.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Occidental Vineyard is savory with fresh mint and more masculine aromatics, including cherry fruit and dark minerality. The palate is structured and long, with a more iron-rich quality, pomegranate seed, red cherry, and spice. Hold 2-3 years and drink over the following 15 years.In BondSG$943.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
A deep ruby hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir Occidental Vineyard takes on a lot of the qualities of the Annabelle and amplifies them. Offering notes of blackberry, black raspberry, fresh and pure herbs, rocky earth, and black cherry as well as a sanguine minerality, it also delivers a haunting mineral note that’s almost impossible to put into words. Drink 2025-2040.In BondSG$1,110.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2021 Chardonnay Zephyr pours a vibrant straw with green highlights and opens in the glass to notes of lime blossom, chive, and hints of tropical fruit and sea spray. It retains ripeness throughout, with fresh lime, green apple, white flowers, and fresh herbs, as well as saline and sea spray. Drink this over the next decade.In BondSG$718.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
A bright straw yellow hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Zephyr comes from the coastally influenced region between Bodega Headlands and the Sebastopol Hills, where cool coastal air envelops the vines. The soils provide shallow, exposed topsoils, slowing the vine's maturation and extending the growing season. The grapes develop thicker skins, which has resulted in producing a striking and savory wine. In the glass, the wine opens with nuanced reductive and flinty aromas that give way to notes of wet stone, almond skin, white peach, saline, and fresh flowers. The palate offers a medium-bodied frame, concentrated richness of extract, and notable structure, with lasting notes of lemon balm through a long and rounded finish. It deserves a few years in cool cellars and will begin to show its best in the next several years. Drink 2026-2038.In BondSG$599.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
A bright straw hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Trout Gulch is bright and lifted with fresh, savory aromas of lemon balm, saline, fresh apples, and white flowers. Medium-bodied, it has a lovely floating feel, with a pithy, chalky texture, pure lime freshness, and good lift on the finish. Drink 2025-2035.In BondSG$506.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch utilized 75% whole cluster fruit in fermentation, and it is lifted with salted raspberry, wet stones, and delicate red flowers. The palate is medium bodied, with super-fine tannins. There is crunchy red fruit and perfume on the finish, with a long-lasting mineral feel. Drink 2024-2038.In BondSG$155.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch utilized 75% whole cluster fruit in fermentation, and it is lifted with salted raspberry, wet stones, and delicate red flowers. The palate is medium bodied, with super-fine tannins. There is crunchy red fruit and perfume on the finish, with a long-lasting mineral feel. Drink 2024-2038.In BondSG$683.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
A medium ruby hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir Trout Gulch also comes from the Santa Cruz Mountains, where this vineyard sees more southern and coastal influence and is situated only 3.5 miles from the ocean. Compared to the Mindego Ridge, it shows a darker and more savory profile. On the nose, it’s layered and complex with notes of wild raspberries, fresh pine, fresh roses, and sea spray. The palate has a more angular structure, with medium body, crunchy, ripe tannins, refreshing, snappy acidity, and a chalky, mineral texture. It also expresses undercurrents of more savory umami notes through the finish, which will only enhance the wine as it comes into its own over the next several years. Drink 2025-2037.In BondSG$554.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
The Cervantes MMXVI Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship from the esteemed Cervantes Winery, nestled in the heart of Napa Valley. Harvested from meticulously tended vineyards, each Cabernet Sauvignon grape benefits from the region’s ideal climate and rich terroir, ensuring profound depth and complexity. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and aged for 18 months in hand-selected French oak barrels, this vintage reveals a harmonious balance of robust tannins and velvety textures. The nose presents an enticing bouquet of blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle hints of tobacco and cedar, while the palate is layered with flavours of dark cherry, blackberry, and a touch of mocha, culminating in a long, elegant finish. Recognised by esteemed wine publications for its elegance and structure, the Cervantes MMXVI Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 is a testament to the producer’s unwavering dedication to quality and tradition. Ideal for both connoisseurs and discerning enthusiasts, this wine promises a memorable and refined experience.
In BondSG$1,110.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021
The Chanin Alamos Chardonnay 2021, a splendid example of Californian winemaking finesse, exudes pronounced aromas of citrus, pear and acacia blossom. Crafted by the acclaimed winemaker, Gavin Chanin, this fine wine hails from the Alamos vineyard situated in Santa Barbara County. It is renowned for cool, foggy climates and calcareous soils rendering it an impeccable terroir for growing Chardonnay grapes. Artisanal in nature, Chanin adheres to traditional winemaking methods including manual harvesting, native yeast fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels. Laced with hints of vanilla and toasted almond, this vibrantly fruity Chardonnay delivers balanced acidity and an enduring finish – a testament to Chanin's deftness and commitment to producing site-specific, Burgundy styles in California. Allow the Chanin Alamos Chardonnay 2021 to breathe before consumption to experience its full complexity. Epitomising the harmonious blend of Californian terroir and Burgundian craftsmanship, this wine adds a note of sophistication to any occasion.
In BondSG$941.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
Rocking levels of stone fruits, honeysuckle, toasted spices, and brioche-like notes all emerge from the 2022 Chardonnay Los Alamos Vineyard, a medium-bodied, forward, supple Chardonay that shines for its purity and balance. As with most 2022s, it has a soft, forward style that just begs to be drunk. It should keep for 4-6 years.In BondSG$654.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
The 2022 Pinot Noir Los Alamos Vineyard comes from a site near the Alisos Canyon AVA and was 90% destemmed and spent 18 months in 15% new French oak, with the balance in neutral oak. It has a vivid ruby hue as well as a great nose of bright red cherries, candied violets, sandalwood, and dried flowers. This carries to a medium-bodied Pinot Noir with a supple, elegant mouthfeel, nicely checked acidity, and a charming style. It shows the more forward, delicate style of the vintage yet brings considerable density and depth, and it’s beautifully done.In BondSG$879.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018
Celebrating the rich harvest of California's famed Santa Maria Valley, Chanin Bien Nacido Chardonnay 2018 shines as a connoisseur’s delight. Gavin Chanin, the artisan behind Chanin Wine Company, is renowned for his commitment to meticulous handcrafting and dedication to revealing the unique essence of each vineyard. This elegant Chardonnay is an exquisite testament to his craft.
Produced from grapes hand-picked from the historic Bien Nacido vineyards, this Chardonnay undergoes barrel fermentation in French oak, and subsequent ageing for about a year, resulting in an intrinsic balance of vibrant fruit flavours and integrated oak accents. The opulent strawberry, peach and hints of toasted almond intermingle seamlessly with its bright acidity and palpable minerality.
Inspired by vibrant Californian terroir, the Chanin Bien Nacido Chardonnay 2018 stands as a shining embodiment of the producer’s minimalist winemaking approach, producing chardonnays that demonstrate authenticity, purity and varietal expression. A true virtuoso of the vine.
In BondSG$938.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Vinous (95)
The 2022 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard is bright, aromatic and penetrating, with terrific cut that drives right through the mid-palate and finish. Lemon confit, slate, crushed flowers and white pepper all race through the mouth. This taut, expressive Chardonnay has so much to offer. Gavin Chanin certainly got the most out of his fruit from I and L Blocks.In BondSG$767.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021
Sublime elegance encapsulates the Chanin Los Alamas Pinot Noir 2021, a wine possessing unparalleled sophistication. Crafted by the renowned producer Chanin Wines in the scenic Santa Maria Valley of California, USA, this Pinot Noir is a testament to meticulous viticulture and artful winemaking. Aged in French oak barrels for 16 months, only 18% of which were new, this wine embodies an enchanting balance of power and subtlety.
This fine wine showcases the signature red fruit predominance of Pinot Noir – a burst of ripe cherries, raspberries, and strawberries, harmoniously merged with an undercurrent of earthy truffle and toasted oak. On the palate, its silky tannins and vibrant acidity embrace a well-rounded, lengthy finish. The Chanin Los Alamas Pinot Noir 2021 underscores Gavin Chanin's dedication to 'site-specific' winemaking, infusing every sip with the terroir's unique charm. It's a splendid choice for those appreciating fine, hand-crafted wines.
In BondSG$959.00 -
(12x75cl) 2012
The Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2012 represents sophisticated Californian winemaking at its finest. Showcasing the well-seasoned hand of winemaker Gavin Chanin, an admirer of Old World techniques, this wine hails from the renowned Bien Nacido Vineyard within Santa Maria Valley, an area famed for exquisitely balanced Pinot Noirs. Aged for 15 months in Francois Freres French oak barrels, 25% new, this exemplary wine reveals a precisely defined, complex character.
On the palate, the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2012 reveals beautifully layered flavours of red fruit and spice underscored by harmonious acidity and velvety tannins. Its lengthy, elegant finish allows the complexities to evolve, enhancing its exquisite style. Revered by critics, this wine stands strongly among top-tier Pinot Noirs, illustrating the elegance of Santa Maria Valley's terroir and the refined craftsmanship of Chanin.
In BondSG$1,080.00 -
(12x75cl) 2013
The Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 offers an entrancing bouquet of red fruit, black tea and a dusting of spices. As a product of the acclaimed Santa Maria Valley, California, USA, it bears the hallmarks of its origin with aplomb. Hailing from Gavin Chanin, recognised in Forbes' 30 under 30 in the Food and Wine Category, this Pinot Noir boasts of elegance and longevity. Aged in French oak barrels for 15 months, this wine exhibits an elegant balance of fruit and structure with pronounced black cherry and wild strawberry notes.
Meticulously hand-sorted and fermented with native yeast, the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 exudes the perfect combination of fresh acidity and ripe, concentrated flavours. Its nuanced mineral streaks underline its pedigree. Enjoy the Chanin Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2013 now or let it age gracefully, appreciating the evolution of its lush body and complex aromas.
In BondSG$822.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018
Experience the premium sophistication of Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018. An exquisite product from the famed Californian producer, Gavin Chanin, known globally for his artistic flair in viniculture. This masterly crafted wine originates from the revered Sanford & Benedict vineyard, Santa Barbara County, California's oldest, continuously producing Chardonnay vineyard.
The alluring Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018 is created with grapes carefully hand-harvested, fermented using native yeasts, and aged in French oak barrels for a year – a traditional process exuding superior craftsmanship. This fine wine captivates with a remarkable balance of intense citrus fruits, structured minerality, and an underpin of delicate oak.
Your palate shall be enchanted by its vibrant acidity and nuanced complexity, promising an impressive evolutionary potential. Savour the Chanin Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay 2018, a harmonious fusion of Californian sunshine and world-class winemaking brilliance.
In BondSG$909.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (94+)
From a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation, the 2020 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir saw quite a bit more stems and was fermented with 40% stems and brought up in 20% new oak. It has a wonderful nose of ripe red and black currants as well as subtle woodsmoke, dried herbs, and forest floor. This carries to a pure, medium-bodied, balanced Pinot Noir with ripe tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It opens up nicely with time in the glass and will no doubt benefit from another year or two of bottle age.In BondSG$1,275.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is scented of raspberry, cranberry, autumn leaves and spicy undertones. The palate is surprisingly powerful with concentrated, layered fruit, spice and floral character. It has abundant, grainy tannins, shimmery acidity, and a very long, perfumed finish. It deserves 3-5 years in bottle.In BondSG$1,125.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Wine Advocate (95+)
The most fragrant and multidimensional wine of the range, the 2022 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is floral, oceanic, mossy and graceful on the nose. The palate straddles lavish decadence with silky refinement, perfectly displaying how this vineyard doesn't show all its cards at once, ceaselessly gaining in amplitude and volume but never weight. The finish combines delicious richness, bracing acidity and admirable focus. A beautiful showing of a classic site in a challenging year, this should be a pleasure to follow over the next decade.In BondSG$1,073.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (93+)
Much darker and more exotic, the 2020 Zotovich Vineyard Pinot Noir has more mulled red (and some black) fruits as well as roasted herbs, forest floor, and gamey nuances to go with a medium-bodied, supple, rounded, structured style on the palate. It's more firm, focused and tannic, and will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age.In BondSG$1,160.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021
Indulge in the depth and richness of the Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 - boutique Pinot Noir produced on California's picturesque Central Coast. The acclaimed producer, Gavin Chanin, reverently combines time-honoured winemaking techniques with contemporary sophistication, resulting in a wine that is both full-bodied and refined. Produced in the famed Zotovich Vineyards located in Santa Rita Hills, the fruit is carefully hand-harvested, capturing the essence of the region's coveted terroir in every sip.
Meticulously cold fermented in small tanks before an extended period of ageing in French oak, the Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 is distinguished by its exceptional balance, expressive palate of dark berries and savoury spices, and a long, silky finish that's sure to seduce the discerning oenophile. This limited production wine, renowned for its meticulously crafted elegance and allure, illustrates the potential for Pinot Noir in the New World. Savour the excellence of Chanin Zotovich Pinot Noir 2021 - a revelation in every bottle.
In BondSG$982.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Wine Advocate (93)
As with the Chardonnay bottling, the 2022 Pinot Noir Zotovich Vineyard falls in the stylistic center of the Chanin Pinot Noir roster. It leads with elegant and reserved aromas of dried flowers, dark spices and oolong tea leaves. The palate offers the most velvety concentration of the Chanin Pinot Noirs, leading to a rich yet energetic finish framed with subtly drying tannins and increasing tension with time in the glass.In BondSG$920.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018
Showcasing the mastery of winemaker Gavin Chanin, the Chanin, Schock Family Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County 2018 is, quite simply, a vinous tour de force. Carefully crafted at the Chanin Winery in one of California's most renowned winemaking regions, this Syrah exemplifies the truly expressive varietal character that Santa Barbara can bring.
The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with native yeasts, before maturing for almost two years in French oak barrels. The result is a beautifully balanced red wine, boasting a bouquet of dark cherries and violets, underscored by subtle pepper and spice. The grounded earthiness is gracefully bridged by a delicate acidity, leaving a truly memorable finish. The minimal intervention during vinification pays homage to old-world methodologies, and displays Chanin's commitment to highlighting the terroir's natural charm.
The passion of the Schock family amplifies through the bottle's elegance, making the Chanin, Schock Family Vineyard Syrah, Santa Barbara County 2018, a crown jewel in any true connoisseur's collection.
In BondSG$909.00 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous (94+)
The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill is rich and explosive, with tons of concentration, depth and structure. Dark blue and black fruit, mocha, smoke, menthol, licorice and spices all burst from the glass as this huge, tannic Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its pure class. Readers will have to be patient with the 2012, a wine that will blow the roof off the house with its unbridled power.In BondSG$839.00 -
Vinous (96)
A deep, inky wine, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill exudes richness and concentration. Blackberry jam, crème de cassis, graphite, mocha, smoke and spices meld together as this ample, structured Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its personality. The Pritchard Hill is made in a ripe, concentrated style that is quite typical of the vintage. At the same time, the impact of heavier extractions and more new oak also shapes the wine to a significant degree. I am not sure the Pritchard Hill is meaningfully more complex than the Signature, but it is quite striking just the same. As good as the 2013 is today - and it is terrific - my sense is that it would be even better with less oak influence. This is an especially somber, virile Cabernet Sauvignon from Chappellet.In BondSG$410.00 -
Vinous (96)
A deep, inky wine, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill exudes richness and concentration. Blackberry jam, crème de cassis, graphite, mocha, smoke and spices meld together as this ample, structured Cabernet Sauvignon shows off its personality. The Pritchard Hill is made in a ripe, concentrated style that is quite typical of the vintage. At the same time, the impact of heavier extractions and more new oak also shapes the wine to a significant degree. I am not sure the Pritchard Hill is meaningfully more complex than the Signature, but it is quite striking just the same. As good as the 2013 is today - and it is terrific - my sense is that it would be even better with less oak influence. This is an especially somber, virile Cabernet Sauvignon from Chappellet.In BondSG$2,540.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
Drinking beautifully, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill boasts classic aromas of mint, sage and ripe cherries. I don't see it as being quite as long-lived as previous reviewers, but the quality is definitely at an extremely high level. Full-bodied, it's supple, creamy and lush on the palate yet still shows ample freshness and vivacity and a long, silky finish.In BondSG$2,120.00
