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 | 2 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,266.55 |
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Vinous (98)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Kronos Vineyard is very clearly one of the wines of the vintage. One of the things I love about the 2019 is the way it conveys power and density, but without weight. In that sense, it is perhaps atypical for Napa Valley Cabernets in this vintage. Even so, I find the sense of beauty here absolutely beguiling. The 2019 Kronos is an absolutely stunning wine. I could describe the aromas and flavors, but that seems pretty banal for a wine that is so clearly towering in its splendor. Don't miss it! |
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California | 3 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,182.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is full of charm. It offers all of the natural intensity of the year, with bright acids that keep the flavors bright. Sweet red cherry, plum, cedar, tobacco and spice all build effortlessly. This open-knit yet classically built Cabernet is likely to offer a wide window of drinkability over the next 15-20 years. As always, Cathy Corison's Napa Valley Cabernet is a blend of three sites in St. Helena. |
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California | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,266.55 |
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Drawing from the sun-kissed idyll of Napa Valley, California, the Corison Sunbasket Cabaret Sauvignon 2019 is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of eminent viticulturist Cathy Corison. Reflecting her commitment to natural winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices, the wine stems from the iconic Sunbasket Vineyard, a site graced by warm Californian days, cool nights, and bountiful loamy soils. With 22 months maturation in French oak, this Cabernet Sauvignon radiates the essence of fragrant violets, ripe blackberries, and a wisp of spice. On the palate, it dazzles with vibrant acidity and grounded, velvety tannins. Deep fruit layers interplay with hints of dried herbs, cascading into an elegantly drawn-out finish. Corison Sunbasket Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a memorable embodiment of balance, expressing both power and grace to charm any discerning palate. Gather this captivating encounter with expertly tended terroir and experience the meticulous craft of a world-renowned winemaker. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,054.00 |
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Drawing from the sun-kissed idyll of Napa Valley, California, the Corison Sunbasket Cabaret Sauvignon 2019 is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of eminent viticulturist Cathy Corison. Reflecting her commitment to natural winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices, the wine stems from the iconic Sunbasket Vineyard, a site graced by warm Californian days, cool nights, and bountiful loamy soils. With 22 months maturation in French oak, this Cabernet Sauvignon radiates the essence of fragrant violets, ripe blackberries, and a wisp of spice. On the palate, it dazzles with vibrant acidity and grounded, velvety tannins. Deep fruit layers interplay with hints of dried herbs, cascading into an elegantly drawn-out finish. Corison Sunbasket Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a memorable embodiment of balance, expressing both power and grace to charm any discerning palate. Gather this captivating encounter with expertly tended terroir and experience the meticulous craft of a world-renowned winemaker. |
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California | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,925.34 |
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The Costanzo Farella Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exquisite exemplar of viticultural artistry. Born from the majestic terrains of Napa Valley, California, it is the proud formation of Costanzo Farella, a producer renowned for its remarkable consistency and precision. This compelling Cabernet Sauvignon undergoes extended fermentation to amplify its depth, followed by meticulous barrel ageing in French Oak to refine its complexity. On the nose, it unfurls a symphony of dark fruit, offering ripe blackberry and blackcurrant nuances, gracefully intertwined with undertones of vanilla, cedarwood, and subtle spice. The palate is masterfully structured; a harmonious balance of intense fruit concentration, ripe tannins and an enviable freshness. This wine culminates in an enduring, poised finish, ensuring the Costanzo Farella Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 lingers in the mind. For those serious about their collection, it unquestionably deserves a place. |
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California | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,993.39 |
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Channeling the spirit of classic Napa Valley, the Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is nothing short of a remarkable fine wine. Conceived by two industry standouts, Tom Garrett and Todd Newman, this exquisite creation pays homage to the region's long-standing tradition of crafting superior Cabernet Sauvignon. Bearing the rich paved terroir of Napa, this wine is a delightful amalgamation of dark fruits, cocoa, and spices, providing an invigorating sensation on the palate. The Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is distinctively full-bodied, with the meticulous balance of forest-floor earthiness and vibrant black cherries leading to a long and gracious finish that wine connoisseurs will truly appreciate. Masterfully aged in French oak, it exhibits character, complexity and longevity. A testament to the exceptional artistry and dedication of its founders, Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is indeed an emblem of the finest winemaking tradition. |
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California | 4 | 100 (WI) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,478.99 |
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The Wine Independent (100)A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2019 Maya comes bounding out of the glass with exuberant scents of wild blueberries, Morello cherries, boysenberry preserves, and chocolate box, followed by hints of star anise, cardamom, and dusty red soil. Full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful, the tannins are firm yet velvety, while a remarkable burst of freshness lifts the decadent fruit. It finishes with an epically long mineral firework display. Dalla Valle’s Maya comes from a dedicated section of the estate vineyard, located in the valley’s eastern foothills, below Pritchard Hill, and above the Oakville benchlands, overlooking Screaming Eagle and Rudd vineyard. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,808.75 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The 2019 Soul Of A Lion is a blend of free-run Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Cabernet Franc (14%), and Petit Verdot (9%), aged 22 months in 100% new French oak. Opaque ruby in color, it offers aromatic contrast between dark, savory cherry fruit, chargrill and graphite, and top notes of green pepper and rose petals. The palate explodes with detailed flavors and its tannins are already resolved and chocolaty, with seamless acidity and exotic spicy layers emerging on the extended finish. Wow! |
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California | 5 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,590.09 |
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Experience the splendour of the di Costanzo Napa Valley Di Co 2019, a superb representation of Californian artistry in viticulture. This Cabernet Sauvignon shines with a captivating purity of ripe black and blue fruits. The grapes, sourced from premium vineyards located in the gusty cool-climate region of Napa Valley, are hand-harvested and fermented with wild yeasts. The wine matures for 20 months in gently toasted, high-quality French oak barrels, lending it extraordinary complexity and structure. Producer Massimo Di Costanzo's minimalist intervention approach in the winery allows the terroir's true narrative to unfurl in each bottle. Possessing a rich, silky palate, this 2019 vintage evokes the wild beauty of its origins, along with the quintessential elegance attributed to di Costanzo's craftsmanship. The di Costanzo Napa Valley Di Co 2019 can undoubtedly be held as a crowning jewel in any discerning connoisseur’s collection. |
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California | 2 | 100 (WI) |
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The Wine Independent (100)Composed of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Petit Verdot, the 2019 Dominus was harvested from September 29 to October 10. It was aged in 40% new oak. Deep garnet-purple colored, the nose slowly unfurls to unveil beguiling floral notes of candied violets and rose oil over a core of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and plum preserves, giving way to notions of licorice, Indian spices, iron ore, and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, the palate is jam-packed with taut, muscular black fruit layers, intertwined with gorgeous floral and exotic spice accents, and framed by firm, finely grained tannins with seamless freshness, finishing long and mineral-laced. Tightly coiled with so much latent energy waiting to explode, this is a spectacular expression of the vintage and Napanook vineyard. Still tightly coiled, give it a good 6-7 years in the cellar before broaching, and allow it a few hours in a decanter if consumed before 2032. 3500 cases were made, to be released in May 2022. |
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California | 31 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$508.40 |
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Central Valley | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$881.38 |
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James Suckling (98)Very perfumed and aromatic with blackcurrant, sweet-tobacco and Spanish-cedar character. Full-bodied with ultra fine tannins that build on the palate and take the fruit and other flavors to an endless finish. More refined than the perfect 2018 and almost as compelling. Drink in 2023 or after. |
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California | 11 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,403.29 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Ballard Vineyard is fabulous. Rich and voluptuous in the glass, with striking presence, the 2019 is the sort of wine that will disappear at the dinner table in an instant. Silky tannins wrap around a core of dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mocha, with bright Spring Mountain acids that extend the finish effortlessly. This sumptuous, open-knit Cabernet is a real head-turner. |
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California | 15 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,296.45 |
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California | 9 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,403.29 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Meteor Vineyard captures all the pedigree of this well-known Coombsville site. Powerful and intensely savory, the 2019 offers up copious dark fruit, lavender, sage, grilled herbs and licorice. The tannins are both potent and present, yet they are beautifully balanced by the luxuriousness of the fruit. This is a superb showing from DuMOL. |
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California | 9 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,225.60 |
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California | 1 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$868.08 |
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Vinous (91)The 2019 Pinot Noir Highland Divide is a joyous Pinot Noir from DuMOL. Punchy red/purplish fruit, mint, lavender and spice are front and center. This mid-weight, supple Pinot is all charm. The Highland Divide Pinot is a blend taken from three high-density blocks at the DuMOL Estate. |
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California | 4 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,132.34 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Pinot Noir Wildrose Estate Vineyard is one of the most elegant wines in this lineup. Silky, aromatic and gracious, the Wildrose is super-expressive right out of the gate. Blood orange, pomegranate, raspberry and sweet floral notes fill out the layers effortlessly. Readers will find a Pinot with notable brightness and energy. |
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California | 5 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,153.66 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Syrah Eddies Patch shows the more savory, pungent site of Russian River Syrah. Blue/purplish fruit, sage, black pepper, licorice and menthol are front and center. The tannins are a bit prominent at this stage, so a few years in the cellar is probably a good idea. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,558.37 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)I was blown away by the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon DVO, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc made as a collaboration between the team at Dalla Valle and Ornellaia. Remarkable notes of red and black currants, spring flowers, lead pencil, loamy earth, and classy oak all emerge from this young yet amazingly balanced, seamless Cabernet. Full-bodied on the palate and perfectly balanced, with silky tannins, it will probably be as good as it gets with 7-8 years of bottle age and is a magical Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that will evolve for 30 years or more. |
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California | 2 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,454.50 |
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James Suckling (97)There’s purity and focus to this wine with blackberry, blackcurrant and spices, such as nutmeg. Ink pot, bark and asphalt, too. So long and polished. Chewy tannins. Hints of stone and ash. 88% cabernet sauvignon. 7% cabernet franc and 5% petit verdot. Give it time to soften, but already a beauty. Drink after 2026. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,738.05 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I was also able to taste the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, which is an utterly classic Napa Cabernet with its layered, expansive mouthfeel and majestic style. Red and black currants, savory herbs, tobacco, new leather, and pressed roses all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied, with a deep, layered mouthfeel, an incredible salinity and minerality, and a gorgeous finish. It's pure class and elegance married with incredible Napa fruit. As with many 2019s, it already offers pleasure yet this should benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and I wouldn t be surprised to see it evolve for 30+ years. |
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California | 9 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,222.84 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I was also able to taste the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, which is an utterly classic Napa Cabernet with its layered, expansive mouthfeel and majestic style. Red and black currants, savory herbs, tobacco, new leather, and pressed roses all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied, with a deep, layered mouthfeel, an incredible salinity and minerality, and a gorgeous finish. It's pure class and elegance married with incredible Napa fruit. As with many 2019s, it already offers pleasure yet this should benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and I wouldn t be surprised to see it evolve for 30+ years. |
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California | 5 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$683.10 |
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James Suckling (97)Very subtle aromas of green apple, pear, kumquat and light peach. Medium to full body with a really refined nature, showing similar flavors to the nose, as well as lightly toasted oak and acacia and nut undertones. Honeydew melon and lilac, too. Refined and savory. Delicious complexity. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$214.14 |
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James Suckling (94)This has an intense nose of blue and dark fruit, dried lavender, clay, oyster shell, dried chili and burnt sage. Lemon zest, too. Medium-bodied with firm, polished tannins. Focused and driven. Try in 2024. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$243.57 |
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James Suckling (94)Perfumed nose of brambleberries, wild blackberries, raspberries, violets, cinnamon stick and tea leaves. It’s medium-bodied with very fine, creamy tannins and fresh acidity. Delicious dark-berry fruit with mineral undertones. Try in 2023. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$245.75 |
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James Suckling (94)Wild and earthy nose of bark, spiced cherries, ash, porcini and kaffir leaves. Deliciously savory with a medium body. Supple, creamy tannins. Juicy, meaty and delicious. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 2 | 93 (TA) |
Inc. GST
SG$317.69 |
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Tim Atkin MW (93)Co-fermented with 10% Malbec for added layers and nuances, this stylish Cabernet Franc has enticing aromas of rose petal and orange peel, fleshy, textured red cherry and bramble fruit, a grassy undertone and serious, well-structured underlying tannins. |
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Mendoza | 2 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$276.27 |
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James Suckling (96)Cooked apple, lemon curd and light vanilla on the nose, together with stone, mineral and some dried flowers. Medium to full body with a creamy texture and beautiful fruit. Hints of vanilla and pie crust in the aftertaste. Always great quality for the price. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$608.72 |
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James Suckling (97)A spicy cabernet franc full of red fruit, iodine, wet stones, white pepper and oyster shells. Full-bodied but nicely austere on the palate with chalky tannins and a linear finish. Tannins are super tight yet tense and dissolved. Mineral-driven finish. 50% whole bunch. Drink or hold. |
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California | 2 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$2,020.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Kronos Vineyard is very clearly one of the wines of the vintage. One of the things I love about the 2019 is the way it conveys power and density, but without weight. In that sense, it is perhaps atypical for Napa Valley Cabernets in this vintage. Even so, I find the sense of beauty here absolutely beguiling. The 2019 Kronos is an absolutely stunning wine. I could describe the aromas and flavors, but that seems pretty banal for a wine that is so clearly towering in its splendor. Don't miss it! |
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California | 3 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,025.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is full of charm. It offers all of the natural intensity of the year, with bright acids that keep the flavors bright. Sweet red cherry, plum, cedar, tobacco and spice all build effortlessly. This open-knit yet classically built Cabernet is likely to offer a wide window of drinkability over the next 15-20 years. As always, Cathy Corison's Napa Valley Cabernet is a blend of three sites in St. Helena. |
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California | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,020.00 |
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Drawing from the sun-kissed idyll of Napa Valley, California, the Corison Sunbasket Cabaret Sauvignon 2019 is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of eminent viticulturist Cathy Corison. Reflecting her commitment to natural winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices, the wine stems from the iconic Sunbasket Vineyard, a site graced by warm Californian days, cool nights, and bountiful loamy soils. With 22 months maturation in French oak, this Cabernet Sauvignon radiates the essence of fragrant violets, ripe blackberries, and a wisp of spice. On the palate, it dazzles with vibrant acidity and grounded, velvety tannins. Deep fruit layers interplay with hints of dried herbs, cascading into an elegantly drawn-out finish. Corison Sunbasket Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a memorable embodiment of balance, expressing both power and grace to charm any discerning palate. Gather this captivating encounter with expertly tended terroir and experience the meticulous craft of a world-renowned winemaker. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,825.00 |
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Drawing from the sun-kissed idyll of Napa Valley, California, the Corison Sunbasket Cabaret Sauvignon 2019 is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of eminent viticulturist Cathy Corison. Reflecting her commitment to natural winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices, the wine stems from the iconic Sunbasket Vineyard, a site graced by warm Californian days, cool nights, and bountiful loamy soils. With 22 months maturation in French oak, this Cabernet Sauvignon radiates the essence of fragrant violets, ripe blackberries, and a wisp of spice. On the palate, it dazzles with vibrant acidity and grounded, velvety tannins. Deep fruit layers interplay with hints of dried herbs, cascading into an elegantly drawn-out finish. Corison Sunbasket Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a memorable embodiment of balance, expressing both power and grace to charm any discerning palate. Gather this captivating encounter with expertly tended terroir and experience the meticulous craft of a world-renowned winemaker. |
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California | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,565.00 |
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The Costanzo Farella Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exquisite exemplar of viticultural artistry. Born from the majestic terrains of Napa Valley, California, it is the proud formation of Costanzo Farella, a producer renowned for its remarkable consistency and precision. This compelling Cabernet Sauvignon undergoes extended fermentation to amplify its depth, followed by meticulous barrel ageing in French Oak to refine its complexity. On the nose, it unfurls a symphony of dark fruit, offering ripe blackberry and blackcurrant nuances, gracefully intertwined with undertones of vanilla, cedarwood, and subtle spice. The palate is masterfully structured; a harmonious balance of intense fruit concentration, ripe tannins and an enviable freshness. This wine culminates in an enduring, poised finish, ensuring the Costanzo Farella Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 lingers in the mind. For those serious about their collection, it unquestionably deserves a place. |
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California | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,710.00 |
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Channeling the spirit of classic Napa Valley, the Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is nothing short of a remarkable fine wine. Conceived by two industry standouts, Tom Garrett and Todd Newman, this exquisite creation pays homage to the region's long-standing tradition of crafting superior Cabernet Sauvignon. Bearing the rich paved terroir of Napa, this wine is a delightful amalgamation of dark fruits, cocoa, and spices, providing an invigorating sensation on the palate. The Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is distinctively full-bodied, with the meticulous balance of forest-floor earthiness and vibrant black cherries leading to a long and gracious finish that wine connoisseurs will truly appreciate. Masterfully aged in French oak, it exhibits character, complexity and longevity. A testament to the exceptional artistry and dedication of its founders, Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is indeed an emblem of the finest winemaking tradition. |
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California | 4 | 100 (WI) |
In Bond
SG$2,245.00 |
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The Wine Independent (100)A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2019 Maya comes bounding out of the glass with exuberant scents of wild blueberries, Morello cherries, boysenberry preserves, and chocolate box, followed by hints of star anise, cardamom, and dusty red soil. Full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful, the tannins are firm yet velvety, while a remarkable burst of freshness lifts the decadent fruit. It finishes with an epically long mineral firework display. Dalla Valle’s Maya comes from a dedicated section of the estate vineyard, located in the valley’s eastern foothills, below Pritchard Hill, and above the Oakville benchlands, overlooking Screaming Eagle and Rudd vineyard. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,600.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The 2019 Soul Of A Lion is a blend of free-run Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Cabernet Franc (14%), and Petit Verdot (9%), aged 22 months in 100% new French oak. Opaque ruby in color, it offers aromatic contrast between dark, savory cherry fruit, chargrill and graphite, and top notes of green pepper and rose petals. The palate explodes with detailed flavors and its tannins are already resolved and chocolaty, with seamless acidity and exotic spicy layers emerging on the extended finish. Wow! |
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California | 5 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,340.00 |
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Experience the splendour of the di Costanzo Napa Valley Di Co 2019, a superb representation of Californian artistry in viticulture. This Cabernet Sauvignon shines with a captivating purity of ripe black and blue fruits. The grapes, sourced from premium vineyards located in the gusty cool-climate region of Napa Valley, are hand-harvested and fermented with wild yeasts. The wine matures for 20 months in gently toasted, high-quality French oak barrels, lending it extraordinary complexity and structure. Producer Massimo Di Costanzo's minimalist intervention approach in the winery allows the terroir's true narrative to unfurl in each bottle. Possessing a rich, silky palate, this 2019 vintage evokes the wild beauty of its origins, along with the quintessential elegance attributed to di Costanzo's craftsmanship. The di Costanzo Napa Valley Di Co 2019 can undoubtedly be held as a crowning jewel in any discerning connoisseur’s collection. |
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California | 2 | 100 (WI) |
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The Wine Independent (100)Composed of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Petit Verdot, the 2019 Dominus was harvested from September 29 to October 10. It was aged in 40% new oak. Deep garnet-purple colored, the nose slowly unfurls to unveil beguiling floral notes of candied violets and rose oil over a core of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and plum preserves, giving way to notions of licorice, Indian spices, iron ore, and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, the palate is jam-packed with taut, muscular black fruit layers, intertwined with gorgeous floral and exotic spice accents, and framed by firm, finely grained tannins with seamless freshness, finishing long and mineral-laced. Tightly coiled with so much latent energy waiting to explode, this is a spectacular expression of the vintage and Napanook vineyard. Still tightly coiled, give it a good 6-7 years in the cellar before broaching, and allow it a few hours in a decanter if consumed before 2032. 3500 cases were made, to be released in May 2022. |
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California | 31 | - |
In Bond
SG$409.00 |
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Central Valley | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$750.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Very perfumed and aromatic with blackcurrant, sweet-tobacco and Spanish-cedar character. Full-bodied with ultra fine tannins that build on the palate and take the fruit and other flavors to an endless finish. More refined than the perfect 2018 and almost as compelling. Drink in 2023 or after. |
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California | 11 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,230.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Ballard Vineyard is fabulous. Rich and voluptuous in the glass, with striking presence, the 2019 is the sort of wine that will disappear at the dinner table in an instant. Silky tannins wrap around a core of dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mocha, with bright Spring Mountain acids that extend the finish effortlessly. This sumptuous, open-knit Cabernet is a real head-turner. |
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California | 15 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,130.00 |
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California | 9 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,230.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Meteor Vineyard captures all the pedigree of this well-known Coombsville site. Powerful and intensely savory, the 2019 offers up copious dark fruit, lavender, sage, grilled herbs and licorice. The tannins are both potent and present, yet they are beautifully balanced by the luxuriousness of the fruit. This is a superb showing from DuMOL. |
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California | 9 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,065.00 |
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California | 1 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$737.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2019 Pinot Noir Highland Divide is a joyous Pinot Noir from DuMOL. Punchy red/purplish fruit, mint, lavender and spice are front and center. This mid-weight, supple Pinot is all charm. The Highland Divide Pinot is a blend taken from three high-density blocks at the DuMOL Estate. |
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California | 4 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$983.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Pinot Noir Wildrose Estate Vineyard is one of the most elegant wines in this lineup. Silky, aromatic and gracious, the Wildrose is super-expressive right out of the gate. Blood orange, pomegranate, raspberry and sweet floral notes fill out the layers effortlessly. Readers will find a Pinot with notable brightness and energy. |
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California | 5 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$999.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Syrah Eddies Patch shows the more savory, pungent site of Russian River Syrah. Blue/purplish fruit, sage, black pepper, licorice and menthol are front and center. The tannins are a bit prominent at this stage, so a few years in the cellar is probably a good idea. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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SG$1,400.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)I was blown away by the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon DVO, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc made as a collaboration between the team at Dalla Valle and Ornellaia. Remarkable notes of red and black currants, spring flowers, lead pencil, loamy earth, and classy oak all emerge from this young yet amazingly balanced, seamless Cabernet. Full-bodied on the palate and perfectly balanced, with silky tannins, it will probably be as good as it gets with 7-8 years of bottle age and is a magical Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that will evolve for 30 years or more. |
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California | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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SG$1,275.00 |
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James Suckling (97)There’s purity and focus to this wine with blackberry, blackcurrant and spices, such as nutmeg. Ink pot, bark and asphalt, too. So long and polished. Chewy tannins. Hints of stone and ash. 88% cabernet sauvignon. 7% cabernet franc and 5% petit verdot. Give it time to soften, but already a beauty. Drink after 2026. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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SG$1,575.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I was also able to taste the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, which is an utterly classic Napa Cabernet with its layered, expansive mouthfeel and majestic style. Red and black currants, savory herbs, tobacco, new leather, and pressed roses all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied, with a deep, layered mouthfeel, an incredible salinity and minerality, and a gorgeous finish. It's pure class and elegance married with incredible Napa fruit. As with many 2019s, it already offers pleasure yet this should benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and I wouldn t be surprised to see it evolve for 30+ years. |
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California | 9 | 100 (JD) |
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SG$2,010.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I was also able to taste the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, which is an utterly classic Napa Cabernet with its layered, expansive mouthfeel and majestic style. Red and black currants, savory herbs, tobacco, new leather, and pressed roses all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied, with a deep, layered mouthfeel, an incredible salinity and minerality, and a gorgeous finish. It's pure class and elegance married with incredible Napa fruit. As with many 2019s, it already offers pleasure yet this should benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and I wouldn t be surprised to see it evolve for 30+ years. |
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California | 5 | 97 (JS) |
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SG$597.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Very subtle aromas of green apple, pear, kumquat and light peach. Medium to full body with a really refined nature, showing similar flavors to the nose, as well as lightly toasted oak and acacia and nut undertones. Honeydew melon and lilac, too. Refined and savory. Delicious complexity. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
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SG$143.00 |
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James Suckling (94)This has an intense nose of blue and dark fruit, dried lavender, clay, oyster shell, dried chili and burnt sage. Lemon zest, too. Medium-bodied with firm, polished tannins. Focused and driven. Try in 2024. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
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SG$170.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Perfumed nose of brambleberries, wild blackberries, raspberries, violets, cinnamon stick and tea leaves. It’s medium-bodied with very fine, creamy tannins and fresh acidity. Delicious dark-berry fruit with mineral undertones. Try in 2023. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 94 (JS) |
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SG$172.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Wild and earthy nose of bark, spiced cherries, ash, porcini and kaffir leaves. Deliciously savory with a medium body. Supple, creamy tannins. Juicy, meaty and delicious. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 2 | 93 (TA) |
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SG$238.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (93)Co-fermented with 10% Malbec for added layers and nuances, this stylish Cabernet Franc has enticing aromas of rose petal and orange peel, fleshy, textured red cherry and bramble fruit, a grassy undertone and serious, well-structured underlying tannins. |
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Mendoza | 2 | 96 (JS) |
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SG$200.00 |
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James Suckling (96)Cooked apple, lemon curd and light vanilla on the nose, together with stone, mineral and some dried flowers. Medium to full body with a creamy texture and beautiful fruit. Hints of vanilla and pie crust in the aftertaste. Always great quality for the price. Drink or hold. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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SG$505.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A spicy cabernet franc full of red fruit, iodine, wet stones, white pepper and oyster shells. Full-bodied but nicely austere on the palate with chalky tannins and a linear finish. Tannins are super tight yet tense and dissolved. Mineral-driven finish. 50% whole bunch. Drink or hold. |