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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California | 5 | 98 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,881.64 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Coming from a site just outside of St. Helena, the 2019 Cappella is a deep, powerful, yet incredibly elegant Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated release offering lots of red and black fruits, full-bodied richness, incredibly complex notes of leafy herbs, spring flowers, green tobacco, and camphor, ultra-fine tannins, and a great, great finish. Few wines marry this level of richness with such a sense of elegance and purity. As with most 2019s, it already offers pleasure, yet do your best to give bottles 3-5 years. It will have 20-25 years of overall longevity. |
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California | 5 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,881.64 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2019 Las Posadas is pure gold as well as a perfect wine. Darker plums, tobacco, bay leaf, iron, and graphite all emerge on the nose, and this quintessential Howell Mountain beauty is full-bodied, with incredible concentration and ripe tannins. There's an almost bloody, salty character on the finish. This insanely good red needs to be forgotten for 4-6 years and is going to cruise in cold cellars. As with just about all of Brad's wines, it has a singular character. |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,924.00 |
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Vinous (98-100)The 2019 Madrona Ranch is a stunning, complete wine. There's not much else to say. All the elements are so impeccably balanced. The depth and purity of the fruit is just mesmerizing. Today, the typical savory notes of Madrona ranch are not particularly expressive, while the tannins are similarly buried by the luxurious depth of the fruit. This is another super-promising wine from David Abreu and Brad Grimes. |
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California | 5 | 98+ (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,881.64 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)Another wine from this estate that’s going to flirt with perfection at maturity is the 2019 Thorevilos, which comes from a new vineyard located just outside of St. Helena, not far from the original site, which was renamed to Ecotone. This awesome 2019 reveals a deep purple hue as well as a smorgasbord-like array of ripe currants, crème de cassis, violets, flowery incense, and tobacco leaf. The palate is pure gold as well and is full-bodied, with a layered, elegant mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and just everything in the right place. Already complex and nuanced, this remarkably complete, heavenly 2019 will benefit from just a few years of bottle age and keep 20, 30, possibly 40 years. What an incredible example of Napa Valley and hats off to Brad Grimes. A new site but the same incredible quality. |
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California | 1 | - |
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SG$2,370.10 |
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The sublime offering of Adversity Cellars The Papas 2019 is tribute and testament to the art of winemaking. Hailing from the distinguished vineyards in the heart of California's wine country, this ambrosial blend relies upon aged vines coupled with innovative viticulture techniques for a harmonious synchronisation of nature and industry. Adversity Cellars has an established reputation for exuding an ethos of relentless pursuit for quality and The Papas 2019 exemplifies that pursuit with its opulence and depth of character. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine boasts sumptuous notes of dark fruit, ripe berries and a subtle undertone of spice, hinting at the synergistic blend of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The elegant tannin structure cuts a pathway to a prolonged and satisfying finish. As a limited-edition release, Adversity Cellars The Papas 2019 is a testament to winemaking in the face of challenge, producing a tantalising wine that is a harmonious decadence for the senses. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,690.25 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection in Cabernet, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Alejandro Bulgheroni is all varietal and comes two-thirds from Oakville with the balance from sites in St. Helena and Rutherford. Aged 20 months in 70% new French oak and put together by Philippe Melka and Michel Rolland, it has an incredibly pure, full-bodied, massive yet weightless style that I suspect couldn’t be achieved anywhere outside of Napa Valley. Cassis, blackberries, leafy herbs, lead pencil shavings, and tobacco leaf are just some of the nuances here, and it’s full-bodied, deep, and concentrated on the palate while maintaining an ethereal, seamless, utterly perfect balance between its fruit, alcohol, tannins, and acidity. As good as it gets, it needs just 2-4 years in the cellar and will evolve gracefully for at least 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,450.45 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)Also a classic expression of its terroir, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a ripe, opulent, powerful style as well as notes of darker currants, tobacco, lead pencil, chocolate, and gravelly earth. I always find a Graves-like richness as well as a sense of earth from this site, and this beauty has it all in spades. Full-bodied, ripe, and polished on the palate, it stays relatively compact and will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,564.90 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard is more closed aromatically, yet still offers impressive red, blue, and black fruits as well as savory herbs and dried flower nuances. It too is full-bodied, with a focused, tight, straight style on the palate that warrants 4-5 years of cellaring. |
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California | 1 | 100 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,395.95 |
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Decanter (100)Proprietor Alejandro Pedro Bulgheroni established this label in 2014. Entirely estate fruit, comprising beautiful rich berry scents, oak, crushed rocks and a saline minerality tinged with dark chocolate. Enveloping, full and broad-shouldered. Saturated dark berry fruit, chocolate layer cake, vanilla and dried herbs de provence round out this Cabernet with its fierce tannins that are nicely integrated. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 98 (TA) |
Inc. GST
SG$595.64 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Concentration is easy to achieve in Argentina,” says Alberto Antonini, “but texture is much harder.” All I can say is that he has succeeded here on this best-ever release from Altos Las Hormigas, which brings Burgundian levels of grace and complexity to Malbec. Scented, hauntingly graceful and complex with remarkable focus and depth, a hint of oak, sweet red fruits and a lingering finish. Exceptional winemaking. |
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California | 4 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,994.05 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Amuse Bouche, a Right Bank-inspired Merlot/Cabernet Franc blend is superb. Expansive, sweet aromatics are immediately seductive. Silky tannins wrap around a core of plum fruit, sweet tobacco, chocolate, spice and leather. This wonderfully expressive, elegant Napa Valley red hits all the right notes in a mid-weight, nuanced style that is all class. |
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California | 5 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,482.96 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Another perfect wine from Jim Binns is the 2019 No 8, a blend of 88% Syrah, 9% Mourvèdre, and 3% Viognier. This full-bodied powerhouse of a wine has that rare mix of richness and elegance as well as a stunning array of red, blue, and black fruits along with notes of ground pepper, violets, and spring flowers. The balance is as good as it gets, it has ultra-fine tannins, and again, a mix of power and finesse that's something to behold. It's unquestionably approachable today yet should benefit from a few years of bottle age and keep for 15+. |
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California | 2 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,352.08 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Medium ruby, the 2019 Pinot Noir UV Lucky Well Vineyard offers a lovely aromatic blend of fruit and earth, with layers of blueberries, orange peel, mushrooms, violet, moss and tobacco. The medium-bodied palate is structured with powdery tannins and energetic acidity that highlight its citrus and earthy nuances on the persistent finish. |
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Oregon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$679.03 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2019 Pinot Noir Dundee Hills is ethereal and perfumed this vintage. It offers pure scents of raspberry preserves, bergamot, tangerine and Angostura with wafts of sweet balsamic. The palate is soft, bright and super silky, with layer after layer of sweet fruit, spice and citrus, and it finishes long and perfumed. |
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California | 2 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,366.64 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is a soft, open knit wine that captures the personality of this site so well. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, marzipan and lightly honeyed notes all run through the 2018. Soft, silky contours round out the finish. |
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California | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,519.24 |
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Featuring a sublime balance of power and elegance, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is an extraordinary blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, this fine white wine represents the true prowess of esteemed winery, Au Bon Climat, fondly celebrated for their commitment to a Burgundian approach to winemaking. With deep roots dating back to 1982, Au Bon Climat respects the idiosyncrasies of each grape cluster, crafting wines with patience and respect for natural processes. The Hildegard 2019 is barrel fermented and maintained 'sur lie' for as long as possible to retain its rich complexity. Vibrant acidity underlines luscious stone fruit and citrus notes, uplifting a full-bodied palate and culminating in a lasting finish. Celebrating the intricate harmony of tradition and a pioneering spirit, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is a commendable addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,063.25 |
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Vinous (92)The 2019 Pinot Noir Isabelle is bright and effusive, with tons of aromatic presence and fine balance. Sweet red cherry fruit, orange peel, spice and dried herbs open first, followed by a host of perfumed floral notes that lead into the mid-palate and finish. The 2019 is silky and quite elegant, all it really needs is another year or two in bottle to come into its own. |
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California | 5 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$906.23 |
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Deftly crafted by celebrated winemaker Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander 2019 teems with elegance and character. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, the wine beautifully encapsulates the terroir's microclimate, rich soils, and precise viticulture. Matured, primarily, in François Frères cooperage hailing from Burgundy, this Pinot Noir imparts an extraordinary balance between opulent fruit and earthy depth. Worthy of its high acclaim, Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander 2019 blossoms with alluring aromas of cherries, raspberries, and hints of subtle spices. On the palate, it delivers harmonious layers of ripe berries, exotic spices, distinctive minerality, and supple tannins that weave into a long, embracing finish — a testament to its 14-month French oak maturation. This wine is a fitting tribute from the Terrain à Côtes vineyard, reinforcing Jim's mastery of Pinot Noir production revered worldwide. Sophisticated and enticing, this wine illustrates the exquisite legacy of Au Bon Climat. |
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California | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,393.89 |
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Indulge in the balanced complexities of the Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir La Bauge Au-Dessus Estate 2019. Crafted by legendary winemaker Jim Clendenen, his meticulous attention to detail unfolds in a spectrum of ochre and maroon hues that enliven the senses. Originating from the eminent Santa Maria Valley in California, this splendid vintage sings of the region's maritime climate and sandy loam soil. Clendenen's Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir La Bauge Au-Dessus Estate 2019 was barrel-matured on lees for 18 months, adding an exquisite depth of flavour. Medium-bodied and elegantly structured, the wine presents a vibrant palette of wild berries, forest floor, and clove underpinned with a whisper of sumptuous French oak and supple, elongated tannins. A triumph in the art of winemaking, Au Bon Climat's 2019 Estate is a testament to the harmonious symphony possible in pinot noir. |
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California | 5 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,047.68 |
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Vinous (97)The 2019 Au Sommet Cabernet Sauvignon is magnificent. A classic mountain wine, the 2019 offers up an exciting mix of dark fruit, gravel, graphite, savory herbs, chocolate and menthol. The bouquet alone is mesmerizing, but there is plenty of fruit depth, complexity and overall structure, too. Quite simply, the 2019 is one of the best wines I have tasted from John Schwartz's Atlas Peak estate. Sadly, there is no 2018 or 2020. |
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California | 2 | 95-97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$683.32 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2019 Chardonnay Sugar Shack balances the richness of this site with the cool nature of the year. Rich, oily and viscous, yet also incredibly gracious the Sugar Shack is arrestingly beautiful. Lemon confit, dried herbs, crushed rocks and tangerine oil open in the glass, but it is the wine's balance that carries the day. |
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California | 2 | 96-98 (WA) |
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SG$1,367.62 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)A barrel sample, the 2019 Chardonnay CIX Estate comes bounding out of the glass with grapefruit, green mango and orange peel notes backed up by wafts of talc, chopped nuts and a lifted, aromatic, floral perfume. It is full-bodied and intensely flavored in the mouth with a lively backbone cutting through the taut, dense citrus and tropical fruit flavors, finishing long and fragrant. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$985.14 |
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Oregon | 7 | - |
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SG$893.15 |
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Delicate sophistication encapsulates the Audeant Luminous Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019. Born in the lush, temperate climate of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this exquisite wine champions the region's renowned Pinot Noir pedigree. The Audeant winemakers, with an unwavering commitment to quality, utilise hand-harvesting and minute attention to blending to create this masterstroke. Robust and rich, it offers an aromatic harmony of black raspberry, truffle, and lavender, with hints of red fruit alluding to its complexity. Maturation in French oak adds depth with seamless tannin integration, enhancing its svelte and poised structure. It provides a full-bodied, long-lasting finish that is a testament to its craftsmanship. Audeant Luminous Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 truly is a marvel — an essential addition to the collection of any discerning wine lover. This beautifully intense wine excels in expressing the multifaceted richness and elegance that a meticulous Pinot Noir can achieve. |
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Oregon | 8 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$826.66 |
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Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 is a captivatingly smooth and richly layered expression of world-class viticulture hailing from the core of France's prestigious wine-growing regions. Lovingly crafted by the esteemed Audeant Family, this vintage is a true symphony of red cherries, raspberries, and earthy undertones, reflecting the unique terroir where these grapes were nurtured. Each Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 grape undergoes meticulous selection before being hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel vats to maximise flavour and potency. Following this process, the wine is left to mature in French oak barrels for a year, adding depth and complexity to its palate. Setting a high standard, this velvety, semi-robust red wine marries traditional French winemaking techniques with modern practices. Consummate craftsmanship, fierce dedication and unwavering patience make every bottle of Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 a remarkable testament to the timeless allure of French Pinot Noir. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,212.54 |
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James Suckling (100)Wow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and wet earth. It changes all the time. So expressive and refined. Full-bodied with great intensity and depth of fruit. The ultra-fine tannins display millions of layers. The texture on the palate is superb and lasts for minutes. This is the new 1974 George de Latour, which was a legend. Real Napa Valley red here. Drinkable now, to understand it, but truly great in five to six years and onwards. Benchmark. |
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Oregon | 2 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$1,118.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2019 Pinot Noir The Beaux Frères Vineyard is super expressive this vintage, with scents of brambly fruit, rose petals, forest floor, sweet balsamic and blood orange. The palate has a weightless quality, its silty tannins and bright acidity highlighting an array of earthy accents, and it finishes very long. |
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California | 2 | - |
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SG$1,033.76 |
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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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Oregon | 6 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$834.29 |
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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 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$812.49 |
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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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California | 5 | 98 (JD) |
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SG$2,615.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Coming from a site just outside of St. Helena, the 2019 Cappella is a deep, powerful, yet incredibly elegant Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated release offering lots of red and black fruits, full-bodied richness, incredibly complex notes of leafy herbs, spring flowers, green tobacco, and camphor, ultra-fine tannins, and a great, great finish. Few wines marry this level of richness with such a sense of elegance and purity. As with most 2019s, it already offers pleasure, yet do your best to give bottles 3-5 years. It will have 20-25 years of overall longevity. |
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California | 5 | 100 (JD) |
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SG$2,615.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2019 Las Posadas is pure gold as well as a perfect wine. Darker plums, tobacco, bay leaf, iron, and graphite all emerge on the nose, and this quintessential Howell Mountain beauty is full-bodied, with incredible concentration and ripe tannins. There's an almost bloody, salty character on the finish. This insanely good red needs to be forgotten for 4-6 years and is going to cruise in cold cellars. As with just about all of Brad's wines, it has a singular character. |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,924.00 |
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Vinous (98-100)The 2019 Madrona Ranch is a stunning, complete wine. There's not much else to say. All the elements are so impeccably balanced. The depth and purity of the fruit is just mesmerizing. Today, the typical savory notes of Madrona ranch are not particularly expressive, while the tannins are similarly buried by the luxurious depth of the fruit. This is another super-promising wine from David Abreu and Brad Grimes. |
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California | 5 | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
SG$2,615.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)Another wine from this estate that’s going to flirt with perfection at maturity is the 2019 Thorevilos, which comes from a new vineyard located just outside of St. Helena, not far from the original site, which was renamed to Ecotone. This awesome 2019 reveals a deep purple hue as well as a smorgasbord-like array of ripe currants, crème de cassis, violets, flowery incense, and tobacco leaf. The palate is pure gold as well and is full-bodied, with a layered, elegant mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and just everything in the right place. Already complex and nuanced, this remarkably complete, heavenly 2019 will benefit from just a few years of bottle age and keep 20, 30, possibly 40 years. What an incredible example of Napa Valley and hats off to Brad Grimes. A new site but the same incredible quality. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,115.00 |
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The sublime offering of Adversity Cellars The Papas 2019 is tribute and testament to the art of winemaking. Hailing from the distinguished vineyards in the heart of California's wine country, this ambrosial blend relies upon aged vines coupled with innovative viticulture techniques for a harmonious synchronisation of nature and industry. Adversity Cellars has an established reputation for exuding an ethos of relentless pursuit for quality and The Papas 2019 exemplifies that pursuit with its opulence and depth of character. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine boasts sumptuous notes of dark fruit, ripe berries and a subtle undertone of spice, hinting at the synergistic blend of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The elegant tannin structure cuts a pathway to a prolonged and satisfying finish. As a limited-edition release, Adversity Cellars The Papas 2019 is a testament to winemaking in the face of challenge, producing a tantalising wine that is a harmonious decadence for the senses. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
In Bond
SG$1,520.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection in Cabernet, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Alejandro Bulgheroni is all varietal and comes two-thirds from Oakville with the balance from sites in St. Helena and Rutherford. Aged 20 months in 70% new French oak and put together by Philippe Melka and Michel Rolland, it has an incredibly pure, full-bodied, massive yet weightless style that I suspect couldn’t be achieved anywhere outside of Napa Valley. Cassis, blackberries, leafy herbs, lead pencil shavings, and tobacco leaf are just some of the nuances here, and it’s full-bodied, deep, and concentrated on the palate while maintaining an ethereal, seamless, utterly perfect balance between its fruit, alcohol, tannins, and acidity. As good as it gets, it needs just 2-4 years in the cellar and will evolve gracefully for at least 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
In Bond
SG$1,300.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)Also a classic expression of its terroir, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a ripe, opulent, powerful style as well as notes of darker currants, tobacco, lead pencil, chocolate, and gravelly earth. I always find a Graves-like richness as well as a sense of earth from this site, and this beauty has it all in spades. Full-bodied, ripe, and polished on the palate, it stays relatively compact and will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
In Bond
SG$1,405.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard is more closed aromatically, yet still offers impressive red, blue, and black fruits as well as savory herbs and dried flower nuances. It too is full-bodied, with a focused, tight, straight style on the palate that warrants 4-5 years of cellaring. |
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California | 1 | 100 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$1,250.00 |
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Decanter (100)Proprietor Alejandro Pedro Bulgheroni established this label in 2014. Entirely estate fruit, comprising beautiful rich berry scents, oak, crushed rocks and a saline minerality tinged with dark chocolate. Enveloping, full and broad-shouldered. Saturated dark berry fruit, chocolate layer cake, vanilla and dried herbs de provence round out this Cabernet with its fierce tannins that are nicely integrated. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 98 (TA) |
In Bond
SG$493.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)Concentration is easy to achieve in Argentina,” says Alberto Antonini, “but texture is much harder.” All I can say is that he has succeeded here on this best-ever release from Altos Las Hormigas, which brings Burgundian levels of grace and complexity to Malbec. Scented, hauntingly graceful and complex with remarkable focus and depth, a hint of oak, sweet red fruits and a lingering finish. Exceptional winemaking. |
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California | 4 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,770.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Amuse Bouche, a Right Bank-inspired Merlot/Cabernet Franc blend is superb. Expansive, sweet aromatics are immediately seductive. Silky tannins wrap around a core of plum fruit, sweet tobacco, chocolate, spice and leather. This wonderfully expressive, elegant Napa Valley red hits all the right notes in a mid-weight, nuanced style that is all class. |
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California | 5 | 100 (JD) |
In Bond
SG$3,075.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Another perfect wine from Jim Binns is the 2019 No 8, a blend of 88% Syrah, 9% Mourvèdre, and 3% Viognier. This full-bodied powerhouse of a wine has that rare mix of richness and elegance as well as a stunning array of red, blue, and black fruits along with notes of ground pepper, violets, and spring flowers. The balance is as good as it gets, it has ultra-fine tannins, and again, a mix of power and finesse that's something to behold. It's unquestionably approachable today yet should benefit from a few years of bottle age and keep for 15+. |
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California | 2 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,185.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Medium ruby, the 2019 Pinot Noir UV Lucky Well Vineyard offers a lovely aromatic blend of fruit and earth, with layers of blueberries, orange peel, mushrooms, violet, moss and tobacco. The medium-bodied palate is structured with powdery tannins and energetic acidity that highlight its citrus and earthy nuances on the persistent finish. |
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Oregon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$520.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2019 Pinot Noir Dundee Hills is ethereal and perfumed this vintage. It offers pure scents of raspberry preserves, bergamot, tangerine and Angostura with wafts of sweet balsamic. The palate is soft, bright and super silky, with layer after layer of sweet fruit, spice and citrus, and it finishes long and perfumed. |
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California | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$1,135.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is a soft, open knit wine that captures the personality of this site so well. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, marzipan and lightly honeyed notes all run through the 2018. Soft, silky contours round out the finish. |
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SG$1,275.00 |
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Featuring a sublime balance of power and elegance, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is an extraordinary blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, this fine white wine represents the true prowess of esteemed winery, Au Bon Climat, fondly celebrated for their commitment to a Burgundian approach to winemaking. With deep roots dating back to 1982, Au Bon Climat respects the idiosyncrasies of each grape cluster, crafting wines with patience and respect for natural processes. The Hildegard 2019 is barrel fermented and maintained 'sur lie' for as long as possible to retain its rich complexity. Vibrant acidity underlines luscious stone fruit and citrus notes, uplifting a full-bodied palate and culminating in a lasting finish. Celebrating the intricate harmony of tradition and a pioneering spirit, the Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2019 is a commendable addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$922.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2019 Pinot Noir Isabelle is bright and effusive, with tons of aromatic presence and fine balance. Sweet red cherry fruit, orange peel, spice and dried herbs open first, followed by a host of perfumed floral notes that lead into the mid-palate and finish. The 2019 is silky and quite elegant, all it really needs is another year or two in bottle to come into its own. |
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SG$772.00 |
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Deftly crafted by celebrated winemaker Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander 2019 teems with elegance and character. Produced in Santa Maria Valley, California, the wine beautifully encapsulates the terroir's microclimate, rich soils, and precise viticulture. Matured, primarily, in François Frères cooperage hailing from Burgundy, this Pinot Noir imparts an extraordinary balance between opulent fruit and earthy depth. Worthy of its high acclaim, Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Knox Alexander 2019 blossoms with alluring aromas of cherries, raspberries, and hints of subtle spices. On the palate, it delivers harmonious layers of ripe berries, exotic spices, distinctive minerality, and supple tannins that weave into a long, embracing finish — a testament to its 14-month French oak maturation. This wine is a fitting tribute from the Terrain à Côtes vineyard, reinforcing Jim's mastery of Pinot Noir production revered worldwide. Sophisticated and enticing, this wine illustrates the exquisite legacy of Au Bon Climat. |
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SG$1,160.00 |
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Indulge in the balanced complexities of the Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir La Bauge Au-Dessus Estate 2019. Crafted by legendary winemaker Jim Clendenen, his meticulous attention to detail unfolds in a spectrum of ochre and maroon hues that enliven the senses. Originating from the eminent Santa Maria Valley in California, this splendid vintage sings of the region's maritime climate and sandy loam soil. Clendenen's Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir La Bauge Au-Dessus Estate 2019 was barrel-matured on lees for 18 months, adding an exquisite depth of flavour. Medium-bodied and elegantly structured, the wine presents a vibrant palette of wild berries, forest floor, and clove underpinned with a whisper of sumptuous French oak and supple, elongated tannins. A triumph in the art of winemaking, Au Bon Climat's 2019 Estate is a testament to the harmonious symphony possible in pinot noir. |
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California | 5 | 97 (VN) |
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SG$1,820.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2019 Au Sommet Cabernet Sauvignon is magnificent. A classic mountain wine, the 2019 offers up an exciting mix of dark fruit, gravel, graphite, savory herbs, chocolate and menthol. The bouquet alone is mesmerizing, but there is plenty of fruit depth, complexity and overall structure, too. Quite simply, the 2019 is one of the best wines I have tasted from John Schwartz's Atlas Peak estate. Sadly, there is no 2018 or 2020. |
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SG$617.00 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2019 Chardonnay Sugar Shack balances the richness of this site with the cool nature of the year. Rich, oily and viscous, yet also incredibly gracious the Sugar Shack is arrestingly beautiful. Lemon confit, dried herbs, crushed rocks and tangerine oil open in the glass, but it is the wine's balance that carries the day. |
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California | 2 | 96-98 (WA) |
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SG$1,225.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)A barrel sample, the 2019 Chardonnay CIX Estate comes bounding out of the glass with grapefruit, green mango and orange peel notes backed up by wafts of talc, chopped nuts and a lifted, aromatic, floral perfume. It is full-bodied and intensely flavored in the mouth with a lively backbone cutting through the taut, dense citrus and tropical fruit flavors, finishing long and fragrant. |
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SG$884.00 |
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SG$760.00 |
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Delicate sophistication encapsulates the Audeant Luminous Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019. Born in the lush, temperate climate of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this exquisite wine champions the region's renowned Pinot Noir pedigree. The Audeant winemakers, with an unwavering commitment to quality, utilise hand-harvesting and minute attention to blending to create this masterstroke. Robust and rich, it offers an aromatic harmony of black raspberry, truffle, and lavender, with hints of red fruit alluding to its complexity. Maturation in French oak adds depth with seamless tannin integration, enhancing its svelte and poised structure. It provides a full-bodied, long-lasting finish that is a testament to its craftsmanship. Audeant Luminous Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 truly is a marvel — an essential addition to the collection of any discerning wine lover. This beautifully intense wine excels in expressing the multifaceted richness and elegance that a meticulous Pinot Noir can achieve. |
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SG$699.00 |
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Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 is a captivatingly smooth and richly layered expression of world-class viticulture hailing from the core of France's prestigious wine-growing regions. Lovingly crafted by the esteemed Audeant Family, this vintage is a true symphony of red cherries, raspberries, and earthy undertones, reflecting the unique terroir where these grapes were nurtured. Each Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 grape undergoes meticulous selection before being hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel vats to maximise flavour and potency. Following this process, the wine is left to mature in French oak barrels for a year, adding depth and complexity to its palate. Setting a high standard, this velvety, semi-robust red wine marries traditional French winemaking techniques with modern practices. Consummate craftsmanship, fierce dedication and unwavering patience make every bottle of Audeant Pinot Noir 2019 a remarkable testament to the timeless allure of French Pinot Noir. |
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SG$1,055.00 |
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James Suckling (100)Wow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and wet earth. It changes all the time. So expressive and refined. Full-bodied with great intensity and depth of fruit. The ultra-fine tannins display millions of layers. The texture on the palate is superb and lasts for minutes. This is the new 1974 George de Latour, which was a legend. Real Napa Valley red here. Drinkable now, to understand it, but truly great in five to six years and onwards. Benchmark. |
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SG$975.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2019 Pinot Noir The Beaux Frères Vineyard is super expressive this vintage, with scents of brambly fruit, rose petals, forest floor, sweet balsamic and blood orange. The palate has a weightless quality, its silty tannins and bright acidity highlighting an array of earthy accents, and it finishes very long. |
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SG$889.00 |
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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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SG$706.00 |
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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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SG$686.00 |
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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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