Americas
The North American wine producing reputation can largely be attributed to the global fame and success of Napa Valley and Sonoma County in the United States. Although technically ‘new world’, its wines have the same devoted fan base (and often first-growth prices) as many classic European wines. Free from the shackles of European winemaking law, one can find a variety of cooler climate Cabs, Merlots, Pinots, Chardonnays and Rieslings that will entice all wine lovers.
South America is an exciting new melting pot of styles and flavours with a range of soils types and altitudes – taking international varietals and finishing with French winemaking techniques, or in the case of Argentinian Malbec, adopting a largely unloved grape and making it their own.
Americas
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Oregon | 3 | - |
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SG$1,285.55 |
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California | 2 | - |
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SG$1,040.30 |
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The Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exemplary vintage, crafted in the historic winemaking region of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional quality, Bella Union prides itself on meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking practices. This 2019 vintage marries four traditional Bordeaux varietals; predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with portions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petite Verdot. On the palate, the Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 delivers luscious notes of black cherry and cassis, complemented by undertones of molasses, dark chocolate, and aromatic spices. Matured in French oak barrels, the wine possesses a delightful balance of fruit and structural tannins, promising excellent long-term aging potential. Under the expert guidance of winemaker Brooke Shenk, Bella Union continues a legacy of producing top-tier Cabernet blends that encapsulate the essence of Napa Valley viticulture. Savour this mouth-watering, exquisitely balanced Napa Cabernet at its prime, yet expect further complexity to develop in the bottle over the coming years. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,528.64 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is built from completely different sources. Sixty-six percent came from the St. Helena Home Ranch, 18% from the Chabot Vineyard, and the rest from Beringer’s estates in St. Helena, Rutherford and Coombsville. It is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that came in at 14.6% natural alcohol with a pH of 3.8. Perhaps the greatest Beringer Private Reserve since the 2007, 2005, 2002 and 2001, the 2010 offers up notes of lead pencil shavings, creme de cassis, subtle smoke, wet rocks and background oak. Full-bodied, rich and impressive, it can be drunk now or cellared for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,372.31 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Revealing the great blending skills of Beringer’s winemaking team, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is a winner. Having purchased Private Reserves for many years, I can attest that they age incredibly well. The 1991, one of the great successes of that vintage, is still aging beautifully at nearly 25 years of age. The sensational 2012 (10,000 cases) boasts an opaque purple color along with abundant aromas of charcoal, burning embers, crme de cassis, chocolate, blackberries and licorice. The long, complex, compelling, full-bodied texture along with terrific purity and a savory, rich mouthfeel result in a classic, quintessential Napa Cabernet Sauvignon to drink now and over the next 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$1,364.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the great efforts of recent years, and not surprisingly so, is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve, a blend of 81% from Howell Mountain, 11% from St. Helena and the rest Calistoga and Mount Veeder. It is a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 84% new French oak. At 15.2% natural alcohol, this is a big boy, but also classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with crème de cassis, graphite, licorice, and a touch of spicy oak. Winemaker Laurie Hook, who has since departed as winemaker, really hit a home run with this beauty. The wine could benefit from 7-10 years cellaring and probably last 30 to 40. When all is said and done, this is an instant classic, the wine full-bodied with oodles of crème de cassis, pen ink, graphite and baking spices. It is multi-dimensional, layered, and one of the all-time great Beringer Private Reserves – and there have been many. |
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Oregon | 4 | - |
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SG$868.08 |
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Exemplifying Oregon wine-making heritage, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2017 is a sumptuous potion all fine-wine aficionados must try. Produced by the acclaimed Bethel Heights Vineyard, nestled within Willamette Valley, this distinguished Chardonnay represents the prodigious elevation of their most prominent vintage. Harvested from prime old vine fruit, fermentation took place entirely in French oak barrels, resulting in richly layered complexity. Possessing harmonious acidity, silken texture, and intriguing minerality, this wine features vibrant notes of crisp apple, citrus, honeycomb, and an enchanting nuttiness. The 2017 Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay offers lingering finish hinting vanilla, ensuring a memorable encounter. It's a breathtaking anecdote of the winemaking prowess Bethel Heights brings forth through a regal balance between traditional methods and innovative approach. Elevate your tasting experience with this resoundingly expressive Chardonnay, a veritable symphony in a bottle. |
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Oregon | 4 | - |
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SG$815.76 |
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Exuding sophistication, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018 is an exquisite example of Oregon's Willamette Valley region's unique offerings. Carefully crafted by the eminent Casteel Family, its 30-year old vineyards imbue a depth of character and complexity to the grapes. This vintner's pride aligns traditional methods with modern techniques, hand-harvesting their grapes and ageing the wine in French oak barrels, delivering a distinct, balanced intensity. The Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018 catches your senses with captivating floral aromas, seamlessly merging with delightful notes of fresh peach, crisp apple, and honey. On the palate, you can relish the array of flavours, from citrusy zest to layered minerality, all complemented by a full, creamy texture and subtly resonating oak nuance. This intricate Chardonnay concludes beautifully with a lingering, harmoniously integrated finish, characteristic of its meticulous creation process. Affirming its status, this artefact of a wine embraces the authenticity of its origin, offering a sensory experience that represents the extraordinary allure of Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018. |
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Oregon | 6 | - |
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SG$840.83 |
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Appreciate the allure of the exquisite Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2019, a wine that embodies the elegance and finesse of Oregon's terroir. Crafted in the renowned Eola-Amity Hills Vineyards, the luminous golden offering proudly showcases Bethel Heights Vineyard's commitment to sustainable viticulture and ecologically responsible wine production. Each grape is hand-harvested, adding an artisan touch to every bottle. Purity is the cornerstone of Bethel Heights' minimalist winemaking style, allowing the grape's true character to shine. The flavour profile harmoniously encompasses ripe pear, lemon zest, spicy oak, and warm brioche, encapsulating a beautifully balanced palate. Overall, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2019 elegantly tends to its roots, displaying its pure essence of place to create a lasting impression. An eminent connoisseur would indeed appreciate the charm of this fine American Chardonnay, distinguishing it as a delightful addition to any refined collection. |
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Oregon | 10 | - |
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SG$815.76 |
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The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2019 is an expertly crafted product from Oregon, USA. This wine is the embodiment of the finesse and passion of Bethel Heights Vineyard, a remarkable producer with long-standing credibility in the fine wine industry. Made with carefully selected grapes, it flaunts a lovely straw hue and wraps up hints of citrus blossom, apple and white peach. Fermented and matured in French oak barrels, it promises a pleasing taste profile with a rich mouthfeel. The Chardonnay's environment-friendly viticulture practices ensure exquisite flavours and ethereal quality. On the palate, the experience is profound with nicely configured acidity balanced by a touch of creaminess, ripe citrus flavour and an alluring underlay of lees-driven funk and minerality. The careful oak treatment adds depth, making the Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2019 a model of the high-quality Chardonnays produced in the cool climate of Oregon's esteemed Eola-Amity Hills. |
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Oregon | 5 | - |
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SG$786.33 |
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The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2021 is a truly exquisite, limited production wine originating from Oregon's Willamette Valley. Crafted by the esteemed Bethel Heights Vineyard estate, renowned for their minimal-intervention philosophy and sustainable farming practices, this Chardonnay is the epitome of their craftsmanship. The vineyard's unique Eola-Amity Hills location, imbued with volcanic soils and a cool climate, lends this Chardonnay a captivating minerality and vibrant acidity. The 2021 vintage presents a sophisticated complexity, showcasing a harmonious balance between lush fruit flavours and understated oak influences. Expect a heady bouquet of ripe peaches, crisp apples and zesty citrus notes, harmonised with delicate hints of honeycomb and brioche due to its elaborate barrel fermentation and lees-ageing process. The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2021 is a remarkable manifestation of its terroir, a real delight for any discerning palate. |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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SG$4,168.60 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The first release from this site, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a saturated purple color as well as a heavenly bouquet of blackcurrants, tobacco leaf, ground herbs, and gravelly minerality. It's one of those powerful yet ethereal, weightless wines that carries full-bodied richness, seamless tannins, and just a heavenly finish. |
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California | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
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SG$2,299.25 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Sage Ridge Vineyard has a classic gamey black and blue fruit character as well as notes of black olive, leafy herbs, and dark chocolate. It's rich, powerful, and full-bodied, with remarkable purity and a great finish. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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SG$1,471.71 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)While this cuvée is one of the least expensive in the lineup, it’s often one of my favorites. The 2018 Ontogeny is no exception and should be snatched up by readers. A classic 2018 nose of ripe, pure blue fruits, cassis, violets, and smoked earth gives way to a full-bodied, dense, concentrated Cabernet with beautiful tannins and length. It’s going to evolve for 20 years or more. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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SG$1,151.04 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)A blend put together by Bevan from the single vineyards, the Ontogeny cuvée is year-in, year-out one of the greatest values in Cabernet Sauvignon. His 2019 Ontogeny is no exception, revealing a dense purple hue as well as rock star notes of crème de cassis, violets, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. It’s a big, classic Bevan wine and has remarkable purity, silky, polished tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. Don’t miss it! |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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SG$1,710.21 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The same 60/40 split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, brought up in new oak, the 2018 Tench Vineyard EE Red Wine is another incredibly pure, complex, yet powerful 2018. Rocking levels of crème de cassis, spring flowers, chocolate, and graphite give way to a full-bodied, pure, and seamless wine that has incredible potential. |
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California | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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SG$3,639.95 |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Proprietary Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is laced with the essence of ripe red cherry, plum, sage, wild flowers and savory herbs are all beautifully delineated. Voluptuous and racy to the core, the 2015 is a classic Russell Bevan wine built on layers of flavor and textural intensity. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (JD) |
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SG$2,381.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-100)Checking in as a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the 2019 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard is one of the top wines in 2019 (at least at this stage). Offering an incredible nose of black raspberries, cassis, wildflowers, violets, and wood smoke, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, ultra-fine, seamless texture, great tannins, and a great, great finish. The purity is just about off the charts. |
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California | 1 | 97-99+ (WA) |
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SG$2,381.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99+)A barrel sample, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Vineyard is deep garnet-purple colored and skips out of the glass with bright, cheery blackberries, crushed blackcurrants and plum preserves scents with hints of menthol, bay leaves and candied violets. Full-bodied, the palate is bombastic and juicy with plush tannins and lively acid, finishing long. |
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California | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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SG$2,648.05 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Wildfoote Vineyard Vixen Block is one of the most complex wines in the entire range. Red fruit, iron, mint, rose petal, spice and blood orange give the 2018 a real feeling of exotic beauty. Each taste reveals a new facet. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking aromatic presence and overall intensity. |
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California | 1 | - |
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SG$3,190.89 |
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Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile. The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions. Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle. |
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California | 1 | - |
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SG$2,525.99 |
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Relish the exceptional taste of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009. Crafted by renowned winemaker Bob Levy, whose esteemed career includes stints at Harlan Estate and Bond, this vintage lends an exquisite addition to any high-end cellar. Bob Levy's meticulous focus on detail is evident in this reserve, sourced from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, California's top wine region. Each grape is chosen for its distinct epiphany of varietal, matured for perfect complexity. Produced from mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a voluptuous texture underwritten by opulent black fruit, subdued spices, and an ineffable mineral lift. Overflowing with a harmonious balance, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak, imparting a layered richness that lingers on the palate. Savour the mastery of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009 - a testament to the tradition of world-class winemaking, captured in a bottle. |
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Central Valley | 10 | - |
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SG$1,111.15 |
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Discover a sublime expression of a New World Cabernet with the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Cabernet Sauvignon 2020. Crafted in the esteemed Rapel Valley in Chile, this wine is representative of the lush terroir and the winery's exacting standards. Bodegas Tagua Tagua is known for utilising traditional viticulture techniques while remaining committed to sustainable practices, ensuring the purity of the varietal in each bottle. Bodegas Tagua Tagua Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 boasts a deep, ruby red colour suggestive of the rich, structured palate that unfolds with each sip. Expect a full-bodied red with an incredible balance of dark fruit and subtle spice flavours, accented by a hint of vanilla from French oak barrel aging. The tannins are firm yet supple, adding complexity and a lingering finish. This wine epitomises the elegant power and sophistication that distinguishes Bodegas Tagua Tagua's creations. |
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Central Valley | 3 | - |
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SG$1,161.33 |
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Unveiling the nuances of the Chilean terroir, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Elementos Gran Reserva Blend 2020 is a testament to expert viticulture and winemaking that Bodegas Tagua Tagua is renowned for. This top-tier Gran Reserva originates from the Lapostolle family's vineyards, nestled in nature's exquisite amphitheatre formed by the Cachapoal and Tinguiririca rivers in the O'Higgins region. Employing meticulous hand-harvesting, the best Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, and Syrah bunches are chosen to create a fascinating interplay of flavours. Traditional vinification methods, including extended maceration and aging in French oak barrels, embolden the wine's complex character. An elegant combination of black fruit, spices, and fine herbs is mirrored on both the nose and palate, encased within a velvety texture, demonstrating excellent balance and a classy finish. Vintage 2020 of the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Elementos Gran Reserva Blend promises a sumptuous voyage for the discerning oenophile. |
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Central Valley | 10 | - |
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SG$1,106.83 |
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Hailing from the prestigious Chilean vineyard, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Gran Reserva Carmenere 2019 is a red wine of exquisite depth and complexity. Cultivated in the fertile soils of the Rapel Valley, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua uses traditional winemaking approaches to create this noble specimen. Its inky hue brims with intense aromas of dark fruit juxtaposed harmoniously with oak-infused hints of cinnamon and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied, exhibiting ample structured tannins and a long, peppery finish. Reared in French oak barrels, the Gran Reserva evolves delightfully, unearthing remarkable layers of opulence with each passing year. Testament to Bodegas Tagua Tagua's commitment to sustainable viticulture, this Carmenere epitomises the varietal's hallmark traits, resulting in a wine of remarkable elegance and richness. An exceptional offering, capturing the essence of both terroir and tradition, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Gran Reserva Carmenere 2019 sets the bar for Chilean winemaking. |
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California | 1 | 93 (WS) |
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SG$2,313.44 |
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Wine Spectator (93)Tight, firm and focused, with a trim, concentrated, structured mix of blackberry, wild berry, currant, mineral, cedar and sage. Full-bodied, then clamps down on the finish, where this shows its cedary cigar box edge. To be released spring 2011. Best from 2012 through 2022. 1,200 cases made. -JL |
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California | 1 | 98 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$4,845.51 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)Graphite, smoke, savory herbs, tobacco and licorice all meld together in a huge, powerful, structured wine. Layers of fruit cover every inch of the palate in a dark, brooding wine endowed with serious intensity. Today, the 2010 is absolutely striking in its beauty. Always a big, tannic wine, the 2010 Pluribus is one of the most elegant and refined Cabernet Sauvignons I have ever tasted from this site. The intensely savory, mineral notes typical of the wine are there, but the 2010 also has a level of purity in its fruit that is striking. This is a stunning wine from BOND. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$5,409.04 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2012 Quella (from a steep 9-acre vineyard in the eastern Vaca hillsides) has an opaque purple color, a gorgeous nose of white flowers, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, and a touch of vanilla and graphite. Full-bodied, like its siblings, with great fruit extract, terrific purity and richness, and high but velvety tannins, this wine should also benefit from another 3-5 years of cellaring and keep for 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$4,580.64 |
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Wine Advocate (98)From an 11-acre vineyard just north of the Oakville corridor, the 2012 St. Eden shows gorgeous, cedary Christmas fruitcake notes, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, spice box, earth, and almost first growth Pauillac-like cassis and lead pencil shavings. Deep, full-bodied, and fabulously concentrated, this stunner flirts with perfection. Slightly more evolved than the Quella or Melbury, this wine may be the most drinkable out of the gate of all the Bond offerings in 2012. It should continue to evolve for at least 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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SG$5,637.94 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The 2013 St. Eden is absolutely mind-blowing, with notes of blackcurrant liqueur and licorice as well as hints of Asian soy and lead pencil. Wonderful fruit that hits the palate with a cascade of glycerin, silky but noticeable tannins, and a big, earthy, rich, full-throttle, majestic finish of close to a minute add to this wine’s compelling personality. It should drink well for at least 30-40 years. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (WA) |
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SG$5,637.94 |
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Wine Advocate (98+)BOND’s 2009 Proprietary Blend Vecina, from Vine Hill Ranch, is fascinating to taste after the St. Eden. While the St. Eden is round and sensual, the Vecina is all about linear power and structure. Endowed with tremendous length and persistence, the Vecina presents endless layers of dark fruit and expressive aromatics supported by considerable tension and energy. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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SG$1,120.00 |
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California | 2 | - |
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SG$895.00 |
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The Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exemplary vintage, crafted in the historic winemaking region of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional quality, Bella Union prides itself on meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking practices. This 2019 vintage marries four traditional Bordeaux varietals; predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with portions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petite Verdot. On the palate, the Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 delivers luscious notes of black cherry and cassis, complemented by undertones of molasses, dark chocolate, and aromatic spices. Matured in French oak barrels, the wine possesses a delightful balance of fruit and structural tannins, promising excellent long-term aging potential. Under the expert guidance of winemaker Brooke Shenk, Bella Union continues a legacy of producing top-tier Cabernet blends that encapsulate the essence of Napa Valley viticulture. Savour this mouth-watering, exquisitely balanced Napa Cabernet at its prime, yet expect further complexity to develop in the bottle over the coming years. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,345.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is built from completely different sources. Sixty-six percent came from the St. Helena Home Ranch, 18% from the Chabot Vineyard, and the rest from Beringer’s estates in St. Helena, Rutherford and Coombsville. It is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that came in at 14.6% natural alcohol with a pH of 3.8. Perhaps the greatest Beringer Private Reserve since the 2007, 2005, 2002 and 2001, the 2010 offers up notes of lead pencil shavings, creme de cassis, subtle smoke, wet rocks and background oak. Full-bodied, rich and impressive, it can be drunk now or cellared for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,200.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Revealing the great blending skills of Beringer’s winemaking team, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is a winner. Having purchased Private Reserves for many years, I can attest that they age incredibly well. The 1991, one of the great successes of that vintage, is still aging beautifully at nearly 25 years of age. The sensational 2012 (10,000 cases) boasts an opaque purple color along with abundant aromas of charcoal, burning embers, crme de cassis, chocolate, blackberries and licorice. The long, complex, compelling, full-bodied texture along with terrific purity and a savory, rich mouthfeel result in a classic, quintessential Napa Cabernet Sauvignon to drink now and over the next 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$1,190.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the great efforts of recent years, and not surprisingly so, is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve, a blend of 81% from Howell Mountain, 11% from St. Helena and the rest Calistoga and Mount Veeder. It is a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 84% new French oak. At 15.2% natural alcohol, this is a big boy, but also classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with crème de cassis, graphite, licorice, and a touch of spicy oak. Winemaker Laurie Hook, who has since departed as winemaker, really hit a home run with this beauty. The wine could benefit from 7-10 years cellaring and probably last 30 to 40. When all is said and done, this is an instant classic, the wine full-bodied with oodles of crème de cassis, pen ink, graphite and baking spices. It is multi-dimensional, layered, and one of the all-time great Beringer Private Reserves – and there have been many. |
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Oregon | 4 | - |
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SG$737.00 |
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Exemplifying Oregon wine-making heritage, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2017 is a sumptuous potion all fine-wine aficionados must try. Produced by the acclaimed Bethel Heights Vineyard, nestled within Willamette Valley, this distinguished Chardonnay represents the prodigious elevation of their most prominent vintage. Harvested from prime old vine fruit, fermentation took place entirely in French oak barrels, resulting in richly layered complexity. Possessing harmonious acidity, silken texture, and intriguing minerality, this wine features vibrant notes of crisp apple, citrus, honeycomb, and an enchanting nuttiness. The 2017 Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay offers lingering finish hinting vanilla, ensuring a memorable encounter. It's a breathtaking anecdote of the winemaking prowess Bethel Heights brings forth through a regal balance between traditional methods and innovative approach. Elevate your tasting experience with this resoundingly expressive Chardonnay, a veritable symphony in a bottle. |
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Oregon | 4 | - |
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SG$689.00 |
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Exuding sophistication, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018 is an exquisite example of Oregon's Willamette Valley region's unique offerings. Carefully crafted by the eminent Casteel Family, its 30-year old vineyards imbue a depth of character and complexity to the grapes. This vintner's pride aligns traditional methods with modern techniques, hand-harvesting their grapes and ageing the wine in French oak barrels, delivering a distinct, balanced intensity. The Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018 catches your senses with captivating floral aromas, seamlessly merging with delightful notes of fresh peach, crisp apple, and honey. On the palate, you can relish the array of flavours, from citrusy zest to layered minerality, all complemented by a full, creamy texture and subtly resonating oak nuance. This intricate Chardonnay concludes beautifully with a lingering, harmoniously integrated finish, characteristic of its meticulous creation process. Affirming its status, this artefact of a wine embraces the authenticity of its origin, offering a sensory experience that represents the extraordinary allure of Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2018. |
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Oregon | 6 | - |
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SG$712.00 |
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Appreciate the allure of the exquisite Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2019, a wine that embodies the elegance and finesse of Oregon's terroir. Crafted in the renowned Eola-Amity Hills Vineyards, the luminous golden offering proudly showcases Bethel Heights Vineyard's commitment to sustainable viticulture and ecologically responsible wine production. Each grape is hand-harvested, adding an artisan touch to every bottle. Purity is the cornerstone of Bethel Heights' minimalist winemaking style, allowing the grape's true character to shine. The flavour profile harmoniously encompasses ripe pear, lemon zest, spicy oak, and warm brioche, encapsulating a beautifully balanced palate. Overall, the Bethel Heights Casteel Chardonnay 2019 elegantly tends to its roots, displaying its pure essence of place to create a lasting impression. An eminent connoisseur would indeed appreciate the charm of this fine American Chardonnay, distinguishing it as a delightful addition to any refined collection. |
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Oregon | 10 | - |
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SG$689.00 |
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The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2019 is an expertly crafted product from Oregon, USA. This wine is the embodiment of the finesse and passion of Bethel Heights Vineyard, a remarkable producer with long-standing credibility in the fine wine industry. Made with carefully selected grapes, it flaunts a lovely straw hue and wraps up hints of citrus blossom, apple and white peach. Fermented and matured in French oak barrels, it promises a pleasing taste profile with a rich mouthfeel. The Chardonnay's environment-friendly viticulture practices ensure exquisite flavours and ethereal quality. On the palate, the experience is profound with nicely configured acidity balanced by a touch of creaminess, ripe citrus flavour and an alluring underlay of lees-driven funk and minerality. The careful oak treatment adds depth, making the Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2019 a model of the high-quality Chardonnays produced in the cool climate of Oregon's esteemed Eola-Amity Hills. |
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The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2021 is a truly exquisite, limited production wine originating from Oregon's Willamette Valley. Crafted by the esteemed Bethel Heights Vineyard estate, renowned for their minimal-intervention philosophy and sustainable farming practices, this Chardonnay is the epitome of their craftsmanship. The vineyard's unique Eola-Amity Hills location, imbued with volcanic soils and a cool climate, lends this Chardonnay a captivating minerality and vibrant acidity. The 2021 vintage presents a sophisticated complexity, showcasing a harmonious balance between lush fruit flavours and understated oak influences. Expect a heady bouquet of ripe peaches, crisp apples and zesty citrus notes, harmonised with delicate hints of honeycomb and brioche due to its elaborate barrel fermentation and lees-ageing process. The Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Justice Vineyard Chardonnay 2021 is a remarkable manifestation of its terroir, a real delight for any discerning palate. |
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SG$3,765.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The first release from this site, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a saturated purple color as well as a heavenly bouquet of blackcurrants, tobacco leaf, ground herbs, and gravelly minerality. It's one of those powerful yet ethereal, weightless wines that carries full-bodied richness, seamless tannins, and just a heavenly finish. |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Sage Ridge Vineyard has a classic gamey black and blue fruit character as well as notes of black olive, leafy herbs, and dark chocolate. It's rich, powerful, and full-bodied, with remarkable purity and a great finish. |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)While this cuvée is one of the least expensive in the lineup, it’s often one of my favorites. The 2018 Ontogeny is no exception and should be snatched up by readers. A classic 2018 nose of ripe, pure blue fruits, cassis, violets, and smoked earth gives way to a full-bodied, dense, concentrated Cabernet with beautiful tannins and length. It’s going to evolve for 20 years or more. |
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SG$997.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)A blend put together by Bevan from the single vineyards, the Ontogeny cuvée is year-in, year-out one of the greatest values in Cabernet Sauvignon. His 2019 Ontogeny is no exception, revealing a dense purple hue as well as rock star notes of crème de cassis, violets, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. It’s a big, classic Bevan wine and has remarkable purity, silky, polished tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. Don’t miss it! |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The same 60/40 split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, brought up in new oak, the 2018 Tench Vineyard EE Red Wine is another incredibly pure, complex, yet powerful 2018. Rocking levels of crème de cassis, spring flowers, chocolate, and graphite give way to a full-bodied, pure, and seamless wine that has incredible potential. |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Proprietary Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is laced with the essence of ripe red cherry, plum, sage, wild flowers and savory herbs are all beautifully delineated. Voluptuous and racy to the core, the 2015 is a classic Russell Bevan wine built on layers of flavor and textural intensity. |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-100)Checking in as a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the 2019 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard is one of the top wines in 2019 (at least at this stage). Offering an incredible nose of black raspberries, cassis, wildflowers, violets, and wood smoke, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, ultra-fine, seamless texture, great tannins, and a great, great finish. The purity is just about off the charts. |
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Wine Advocate (97-99+)A barrel sample, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Vineyard is deep garnet-purple colored and skips out of the glass with bright, cheery blackberries, crushed blackcurrants and plum preserves scents with hints of menthol, bay leaves and candied violets. Full-bodied, the palate is bombastic and juicy with plush tannins and lively acid, finishing long. |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Wildfoote Vineyard Vixen Block is one of the most complex wines in the entire range. Red fruit, iron, mint, rose petal, spice and blood orange give the 2018 a real feeling of exotic beauty. Each taste reveals a new facet. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking aromatic presence and overall intensity. |
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Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile. The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions. Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle. |
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Relish the exceptional taste of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009. Crafted by renowned winemaker Bob Levy, whose esteemed career includes stints at Harlan Estate and Bond, this vintage lends an exquisite addition to any high-end cellar. Bob Levy's meticulous focus on detail is evident in this reserve, sourced from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, California's top wine region. Each grape is chosen for its distinct epiphany of varietal, matured for perfect complexity. Produced from mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a voluptuous texture underwritten by opulent black fruit, subdued spices, and an ineffable mineral lift. Overflowing with a harmonious balance, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak, imparting a layered richness that lingers on the palate. Savour the mastery of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009 - a testament to the tradition of world-class winemaking, captured in a bottle. |
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Discover a sublime expression of a New World Cabernet with the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Cabernet Sauvignon 2020. Crafted in the esteemed Rapel Valley in Chile, this wine is representative of the lush terroir and the winery's exacting standards. Bodegas Tagua Tagua is known for utilising traditional viticulture techniques while remaining committed to sustainable practices, ensuring the purity of the varietal in each bottle. Bodegas Tagua Tagua Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 boasts a deep, ruby red colour suggestive of the rich, structured palate that unfolds with each sip. Expect a full-bodied red with an incredible balance of dark fruit and subtle spice flavours, accented by a hint of vanilla from French oak barrel aging. The tannins are firm yet supple, adding complexity and a lingering finish. This wine epitomises the elegant power and sophistication that distinguishes Bodegas Tagua Tagua's creations. |
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Unveiling the nuances of the Chilean terroir, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Elementos Gran Reserva Blend 2020 is a testament to expert viticulture and winemaking that Bodegas Tagua Tagua is renowned for. This top-tier Gran Reserva originates from the Lapostolle family's vineyards, nestled in nature's exquisite amphitheatre formed by the Cachapoal and Tinguiririca rivers in the O'Higgins region. Employing meticulous hand-harvesting, the best Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, and Syrah bunches are chosen to create a fascinating interplay of flavours. Traditional vinification methods, including extended maceration and aging in French oak barrels, embolden the wine's complex character. An elegant combination of black fruit, spices, and fine herbs is mirrored on both the nose and palate, encased within a velvety texture, demonstrating excellent balance and a classy finish. Vintage 2020 of the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Elementos Gran Reserva Blend promises a sumptuous voyage for the discerning oenophile. |
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Hailing from the prestigious Chilean vineyard, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Gran Reserva Carmenere 2019 is a red wine of exquisite depth and complexity. Cultivated in the fertile soils of the Rapel Valley, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua uses traditional winemaking approaches to create this noble specimen. Its inky hue brims with intense aromas of dark fruit juxtaposed harmoniously with oak-infused hints of cinnamon and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied, exhibiting ample structured tannins and a long, peppery finish. Reared in French oak barrels, the Gran Reserva evolves delightfully, unearthing remarkable layers of opulence with each passing year. Testament to Bodegas Tagua Tagua's commitment to sustainable viticulture, this Carmenere epitomises the varietal's hallmark traits, resulting in a wine of remarkable elegance and richness. An exceptional offering, capturing the essence of both terroir and tradition, the Bodegas Tagua Tagua Gran Reserva Carmenere 2019 sets the bar for Chilean winemaking. |
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Wine Spectator (93)Tight, firm and focused, with a trim, concentrated, structured mix of blackberry, wild berry, currant, mineral, cedar and sage. Full-bodied, then clamps down on the finish, where this shows its cedary cigar box edge. To be released spring 2011. Best from 2012 through 2022. 1,200 cases made. -JL |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)Graphite, smoke, savory herbs, tobacco and licorice all meld together in a huge, powerful, structured wine. Layers of fruit cover every inch of the palate in a dark, brooding wine endowed with serious intensity. Today, the 2010 is absolutely striking in its beauty. Always a big, tannic wine, the 2010 Pluribus is one of the most elegant and refined Cabernet Sauvignons I have ever tasted from this site. The intensely savory, mineral notes typical of the wine are there, but the 2010 also has a level of purity in its fruit that is striking. This is a stunning wine from BOND. |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2012 Quella (from a steep 9-acre vineyard in the eastern Vaca hillsides) has an opaque purple color, a gorgeous nose of white flowers, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, and a touch of vanilla and graphite. Full-bodied, like its siblings, with great fruit extract, terrific purity and richness, and high but velvety tannins, this wine should also benefit from another 3-5 years of cellaring and keep for 30+ years. |
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Wine Advocate (98)From an 11-acre vineyard just north of the Oakville corridor, the 2012 St. Eden shows gorgeous, cedary Christmas fruitcake notes, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, spice box, earth, and almost first growth Pauillac-like cassis and lead pencil shavings. Deep, full-bodied, and fabulously concentrated, this stunner flirts with perfection. Slightly more evolved than the Quella or Melbury, this wine may be the most drinkable out of the gate of all the Bond offerings in 2012. It should continue to evolve for at least 30+ years. |
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Wine Advocate (99)The 2013 St. Eden is absolutely mind-blowing, with notes of blackcurrant liqueur and licorice as well as hints of Asian soy and lead pencil. Wonderful fruit that hits the palate with a cascade of glycerin, silky but noticeable tannins, and a big, earthy, rich, full-throttle, majestic finish of close to a minute add to this wine’s compelling personality. It should drink well for at least 30-40 years. |
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Wine Advocate (98+)BOND’s 2009 Proprietary Blend Vecina, from Vine Hill Ranch, is fascinating to taste after the St. Eden. While the St. Eden is round and sensual, the Vecina is all about linear power and structure. Endowed with tremendous length and persistence, the Vecina presents endless layers of dark fruit and expressive aromatics supported by considerable tension and energy. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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