Australia & NZ
These far-flung wine regions may be referred to ‘new’ when compared against the historic European wine regions, but they have a long winemaking history. Spared from Phylloxera, Australia in particular has world's highest concentration of venerable vines and legendary producers such as Penfolds, Henschke and Tyrell’s have been around for over 150 years. Though for many years piggybacking on Europe’s successes, branding their own wines as ‘Chablis’, ‘Hermitage’ etc., Australia now have created a real identity of their own, making inimitable styles like Coonawarra Cabernet or Hunter Valley Semillon.
New Zealand doesn’t quite have as an extensive history but has established itself in an astonishingly short amount of time as a reliable source of whistle clean, distinctive examples of varietals like Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.
Australia & NZ
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Marlborough | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$565.06 |
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Vinous (97)The 2021 Chardonnay Reed Vineyard is pure, harmonious and suave, caressing the mouth with its gentle texture and purity. It's not showy but a wine worth getting to know: it provides cognitive and sensory pleasure. You can expect almond, oatmeal, smoky nuts and party popper aromas. Yes, party poppers. I really love the smell of party poppers, so I want to keep smelling this and having a little party shimmy. Pure and textural with a gourmand character that will make you want to lick your cheeks to keep tasting it. Already good; this is going to be great. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 96 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$252.31 |
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Decanter (96)Family-owned winery Craggy Range was founded in 1998 in Hawke’s Bay, and the family has pursued a single-vineyard approach to winemaking. For this wine, grapes are grown on limestone-speckled stony soils in Martinborough. It is fermented in a mixture of oak and stainless steel followed by four months ageing in barrique. Roger Jones: A mellow, yellow wine with buttercups, green herbs and rosemary flowers, a silky purity and freshness. Stunning. Melanie Brown: The perfect collaboration of sweet fruit and vegetal aromas. Grapefruit, elderflower and sweet pea shoots, plus lively acid and purity galore. This is next-level elegant. Rebecca Palmer: Tart lemon-lime and whitecurrant notes with hint of spice. Silky texture, lifted by oak. Spice notes on the finish. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 97 (RR) |
Inc. GST
SG$431.03 |
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Real Review (97)Intense, dense wine with cassis, blueberry, blackberry, dark chocolate, mixed spice and nutty oak flavours. Concentrated wine that is beautifully structured making it accessible now but with obvious potential |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$390.66 |
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James Suckling (95)A juicy and savory 2021 with dried strawberry, meat, mineral and earth undertones. Medium to full body. Chewy tannins and layered. Slightly smoky at the end. Charcoal. Very drinkable but better in 2025. Screw cap. |
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Central Otago | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$568.37 |
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Central Otago | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$835.38 |
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Central Otago | 5 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$595.58 |
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Victoria | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,315.60 |
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Victoria | 1 | 95 (HWC) |
Inc. GST
SG$310.11 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (95)Whole-bunched pressed into older French puncheons. Natural fermentation and zero mlf. A super-bright green gold. Vibrant aromas with perfectly ripened stone fruits, grapefruit pith and an attractive touch of lemongrass and ginger. Gently textured, balanced and satisfying. A class act from beginning to end. |
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Victoria | 2 | 96 (HWC) |
Inc. GST
SG$368.92 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)60/40% upper/lower Yarra Valley fruit. Hand picked and open-fermented with 60% whole berries, the remainder whole bunches. A very bright, light–medium crimson red. A gentle waft of fresh raspberries and cranberries, with just the right amount of spice-rack spices. Delicious right out of the gate, this medium-bodied and refreshing wine will age well too. The perfect introduction to modern Yarra pinot. |
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Victoria | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
Inc. GST
SG$361.23 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)From the Primavera vineyard at Woori Yallock, planted in 2001 on the same red soil as Wombat Creek. Both destemmed (55%) and whole-bunch components. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. A very bright crimson purple. So pure and perfumed with briary cherries, ripe redcurrants and freshly cut roses. Poised, juicy and energetic, the wine has so much tang and crunch, you barely notice that this is also structured finishing with long, gently puckering tannins. A wine with immediate appeal, but also one that will reward at least another 7-10 years in the cellar. |
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Victoria | 28 | 97 (HWC) |
Inc. GST
SG$392.92 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)Made mainly from WA's Gingin clone and planted in Gruyere on the same grey clay as Applejack. Whole bunches pressed into French puncheons with 20% new oak. Smells tightly wound and concentrated with aromas of ripe peach and nectarine, together with just a hint of lanolin and apple custard. Equally powerful and punchy on the palate. This has more of everything, including sprightly acid and some phenolic grip on the very long, stone-fruit pithy finish. Today, this is my pick of the 4 single-vineyard 2021 chardonnays, but who knows what will come out on top in 5 or even 10 years from now! |
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Marlborough | 2 | 97 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$621.17 |
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Decanter (97)The flagship wine from renowned winemaker Kevin Judd, who founded this winery with wife Kimberley in 2009 after 25 years at Cloudy Bay. Sourced from sites across the region, it is fermented using wild yeasts in old French oak barriques where it rests on lees for six months. Roger Jones: Stylish balance of fruit to herbaceous notes, multi-layered with a crunchy texture, mellow yellow summer field flowers. The elegance at the end is quite remarkable. Freddy Bulmer: Attractive and clean on the nose, plenty of primary fruit but also a nice amount of savoury character from the oak. Well balanced and really quite a serious wine. Cat Lomax: Expressive, punchy nose. Great concentration, tonnes of luscious Sauvignon fruit supported by very smart use of oak. Tastes like pricey white Bordeaux. Delicious. |
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South Australia | 3 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$622.48 |
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James Suckling (98)An exceptional vintage for this wine, with such intense aromas of lime and sweet flowers, as well as hints of white nectarine and wet stone in the background. The palate has density and sleekly refined shape that drives so long. Lime juice throughout, and some almost pithy density builds into the finish, supported by driving acidity. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026 and a number of years after that. Screw cap. |
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Auckland | 1 | 95 (TRR) |
Inc. GST
SG$371.12 |
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The Real Review (95)Ripe stone fruit/peach/nectarine flavours with nutty oak, vanilla, and bready yeast lees flavours. Complex and accessible wine that would benefit from a little bottle age but is deliciously accessible now. |
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Auckland | 5 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$599.28 |
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Auckland | 5 | 18.5+ (MJ) |
Inc. GST
SG$877.93 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5+)The winemaking regime is identical to the preceding wines – hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, wild yeast fermented in 100% oak, and it spends 11 months in barrel (25% new) after malo. This time, a piercingly fresh bouquet is driven along briskly by a strident citrus theme. Super-tasty, really long and with an amazing volume of flavour, this is my favourite of the ‘Premier Cru’ wines. Grab some now, for fear of missing out. You can drink it today without the wine police visiting you, but it will sing in a couple of years and hold easily for a decade! |
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Auckland | 2 | 94 (TRR) |
Inc. GST
SG$360.20 |
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The Real Review (94)Tangy, refreshing wine with white peach, apple, lime/citrus, ginger/yeast lees and subtle spicy oak flavours with a thread of oyster shell/saline characters. Stylish wine from a favourable vintage. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$579.79 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Has been through a few subtle iterations in recent years and this one reverts to a previous style which is more generous and immediately flavoursome. Has a creamy texture with a light lemon curd and peachy stone fruit all held with deliberate restraint to give it that extra polish and classy dimension. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$642.38 |
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South Australia | 1 | 95 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$855.00 |
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Decanter (95)Baby Grange gets its moniker as components of the blend are matured in the same barrels as the previous vintage of Grange. But with Cabernet Sauvignon the main player (53% in this vintage), it is more a Baby 707, especially as it always benefits from wine originally destined for that cuvée as well as Grange. A beauty of a beast, whose imposing tannin structure and abundantly ripe fruit need time. Powerful, inky blue and black berry fruits dominate the nose and palate, alongside bergamot freshness, earthy tapenade, exotic spices, iron filings and lots of black pepper. Coconut richness from 12 months in US oak hogsheads (37% new) and fine cocoa powder tannins add grip and linger long. Released at £71. |
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South Australia | 3 | 96 (HWC) |
Inc. GST
SG$961.82 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)A multiregional wine matured in French (25% new) and American (12% new) oak for 12 months. It seems like cabernet sauvignon is uniformly very strong in this year's Penfolds releases. Here, Bin 407 shines – crimson in the glass with plush, varietally true characters of blackberry, mulberries and cassis with hints of fine spice, scattered herbs, tobacco leaf, dark chocolate, cigar box, licorice, bay leaf and cedar. Concentrated yet balanced and poised with a fine tannin framework and bright, energetic line finishing with grace and a sense of latent power. One for the long haul and a strong release. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$226.20 |
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James Suckling (96)A very fresh, piercing nose of sliced lemon with plenty of sweet perfume, too. The palate is similarly intense and vibrant with white stone-fruit and lemon flavors, delivered in an impressively intense and balanced mode. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Marlborough | 6 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$488.76 |
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The Rimapere Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2021 is a captivating embodiment of the Marlborough region's distinct character. Produced by Baroness Ariane de Rothschild's Rimapere estate, exceptional care is taken with the sustainable viticulture and hand harvesting practices. The maritime climate, abundant sunlight, and stony soil of Marlborough imbue the wine with its applauded zesty citrus and tropical fruit notes, underlaid subtly with complex minerality. This vintage has been vinified in stainless steel vessels to maintain its purity and vivacious character. The slow, cool fermentation process accentuates the aromatic profile, artfully balancing the vibrant acidity with the rich fruit concentration - delivering an overall harmonious palate. A remarkable testament to New Zealand's winemaking prowess, the Rimapere Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2021 accentuates each meal with its crisp, fresh finish making it a splendid choice for wine connoisseurs globally. |
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South Australia | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$485.49 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime palette of Rockford Semillon Barossa Valley 2021, crafted meticulously in the esteemed vineyards of Australia's premier wine region, the Barossa Valley. Renowned producer Rockford Wineries has upheld the tradition of hand-picked harvesting and selecting only the best clusters, contributing to the wine's exceptional quality and the elegance that is typical of Semillon. This vintage is noted for its distinct lemon and lime flavours complemented by a crisp acidity, reflecting the unique microclimate and sun-drenched terrain fostered by Barossa Valley. You'll delight in its alluring aroma marked by honeydew melon and wax touches, which eloquently communicates the winemaker's commitment to excellence. Ageing in seasoned French oak barriques bestows the Rockford Semillon Barossa Valley 2021 with its characteristic balance and complexity, making for an exquisite wine that satisfies even the most discerning palate. Indulge in this Australian gem, exemplifying luxurious elegance in every sip. |
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South Australia | 30 | 99 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$412.50 |
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James Suckling (99)A gloriously detailed, focused and concentrated rendition of grenache, this has a punchy and energetically youthful stance. The nose has such fresh and vivid raspberries and boysenberries, together with some red plums, floral bursts and a gently sappy edge. Such pure fruit here. The palate has a smooth outer layer that glazes compact, fine and layered tannins seamlessly. Super-fresh finish with bright acidity. The fruit power here is supercharged. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Marlborough | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$399.46 |
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Hailing from the esteemed vineyards of Marlborough, New Zealand, the Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc Block 20 Cash Block Marlborough 2021 is a delight for the discerning palate. This esteemed varietal, crafted by the award-winning Saint Clair Family Estate, is a classic representation of the rich terroir of the region. The grapes are meticulously hand-harvested from the Cash Block, a vineyard known for its aged vines and higher clay content. The Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc Block 20 Cash Block Marlborough 2021 presents an aromatic nose and flavours of passion fruit, blackcurrant and a crisp minerality. The wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks, preserving its pure fruit expression and vibrant acidity. Ageing on lees enhances the complexity and body of this elegant wine. A symbol of the superior quality that Saint Clair Family Estate consistently produces, this truly captures the essence of New Zealand's Marlborough region. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$463.32 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)This 2021 Chardonnay Tiers Vineyard is a sensational wine. Let me tell you about the vineyard, and then we'll come back to the glass. The Tiers vineyard was planted in the Picadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills by the Croser family in 1979. The vineyard lays at an elevation of around 450 meters (1,477 feet) above sea level at its highest point, and the wine was made by Brian Croser, an important name in Australian wine. The 2021 vintage was a goodie in South Australia. The start to the season (spring and around) was the recipient of a good level of rainfall and no ill-timed events, meaning fruit set and yields were decent, and the growing season itself was without heat events or challenges, meaning the picking windows were chosen based on the fruit, with no forced hands. So, to the wine. This is powerful, concentrated and shapely, with a core of pure citrus acidity (it's zesty and pithy). The fruit speaks of yellow peach and preserved lemon and a hint of white tea. The wine undulates across the tongue and shows line and poise that elevate it to the very top of the Chardonnay tree in Australia. One of the greats. I daresay it'll be even better in 2025. |
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Hawke's Bay | 1 | 97 (WO) |
Inc. GST
SG$287.17 |
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Wine Orbit (97)Offering harmony and structure within an opulent framed of rich fruit and silky tannins, this is a gratifying red offering awesome value. The enticing bouquet shows blackcurrant, mulberry, tobacco and cedary oak characters with a delicate floral overtone. The palate displays amazing depth and persistency, wonderfully complemented by delectable fruit flavours with spicy nuances. Tannins are fine, mouth-coating and just right, making it structured and seamless at the same time. |
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Hawke's Bay | 1 | 100 (WO) |
Inc. GST
SG$429.15 |
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Wine Orbit (100)The 2021 Coleraine exhibits a commanding presence and majestic poise. The bouquet reveals classic aromas of cassis, dark plum and violet with whispering nuances of cedar and cigar. There are hints of warm spices, compounding the pleasure upon inhalation. The palate is bold and graceful at once, enhanced by plush texture and multi-layered mouthfeel, beautifully framed by refreshing acidity and fine chalky tannins. Robust and substantial with a great line and length, which seem to go on to infinity. This youthful wine is already impossible to resist, but time will reward those who can wait. In sports, they often talk about ‘The Greatest of All Time’, or 'The GOAT'. This 2021 Coleraine is undeniably THE GOAT of New Zealand wine. |
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Marlborough | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$459.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2021 Chardonnay Reed Vineyard is pure, harmonious and suave, caressing the mouth with its gentle texture and purity. It's not showy but a wine worth getting to know: it provides cognitive and sensory pleasure. You can expect almond, oatmeal, smoky nuts and party popper aromas. Yes, party poppers. I really love the smell of party poppers, so I want to keep smelling this and having a little party shimmy. Pure and textural with a gourmand character that will make you want to lick your cheeks to keep tasting it. Already good; this is going to be great. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$180.00 |
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Decanter (96)Family-owned winery Craggy Range was founded in 1998 in Hawke’s Bay, and the family has pursued a single-vineyard approach to winemaking. For this wine, grapes are grown on limestone-speckled stony soils in Martinborough. It is fermented in a mixture of oak and stainless steel followed by four months ageing in barrique. Roger Jones: A mellow, yellow wine with buttercups, green herbs and rosemary flowers, a silky purity and freshness. Stunning. Melanie Brown: The perfect collaboration of sweet fruit and vegetal aromas. Grapefruit, elderflower and sweet pea shoots, plus lively acid and purity galore. This is next-level elegant. Rebecca Palmer: Tart lemon-lime and whitecurrant notes with hint of spice. Silky texture, lifted by oak. Spice notes on the finish. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 97 (RR) |
In Bond
SG$340.00 |
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Real Review (97)Intense, dense wine with cassis, blueberry, blackberry, dark chocolate, mixed spice and nutty oak flavours. Concentrated wine that is beautifully structured making it accessible now but with obvious potential |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$299.00 |
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James Suckling (95)A juicy and savory 2021 with dried strawberry, meat, mineral and earth undertones. Medium to full body. Chewy tannins and layered. Slightly smoky at the end. Charcoal. Very drinkable but better in 2025. Screw cap. |
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Central Otago | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$466.00 |
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Central Otago | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$707.00 |
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Central Otago | 5 | - |
In Bond
SG$487.00 |
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Victoria | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,065.00 |
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Victoria | 1 | 95 (HWC) |
In Bond
SG$235.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (95)Whole-bunched pressed into older French puncheons. Natural fermentation and zero mlf. A super-bright green gold. Vibrant aromas with perfectly ripened stone fruits, grapefruit pith and an attractive touch of lemongrass and ginger. Gently textured, balanced and satisfying. A class act from beginning to end. |
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Victoria | 2 | 96 (HWC) |
In Bond
SG$285.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)60/40% upper/lower Yarra Valley fruit. Hand picked and open-fermented with 60% whole berries, the remainder whole bunches. A very bright, light–medium crimson red. A gentle waft of fresh raspberries and cranberries, with just the right amount of spice-rack spices. Delicious right out of the gate, this medium-bodied and refreshing wine will age well too. The perfect introduction to modern Yarra pinot. |
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Victoria | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
In Bond
SG$272.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)From the Primavera vineyard at Woori Yallock, planted in 2001 on the same red soil as Wombat Creek. Both destemmed (55%) and whole-bunch components. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. A very bright crimson purple. So pure and perfumed with briary cherries, ripe redcurrants and freshly cut roses. Poised, juicy and energetic, the wine has so much tang and crunch, you barely notice that this is also structured finishing with long, gently puckering tannins. A wine with immediate appeal, but also one that will reward at least another 7-10 years in the cellar. |
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Victoria | 28 | 97 (HWC) |
In Bond
SG$309.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)Made mainly from WA's Gingin clone and planted in Gruyere on the same grey clay as Applejack. Whole bunches pressed into French puncheons with 20% new oak. Smells tightly wound and concentrated with aromas of ripe peach and nectarine, together with just a hint of lanolin and apple custard. Equally powerful and punchy on the palate. This has more of everything, including sprightly acid and some phenolic grip on the very long, stone-fruit pithy finish. Today, this is my pick of the 4 single-vineyard 2021 chardonnays, but who knows what will come out on top in 5 or even 10 years from now! |
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Marlborough | 2 | 97 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$459.00 |
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Decanter (97)The flagship wine from renowned winemaker Kevin Judd, who founded this winery with wife Kimberley in 2009 after 25 years at Cloudy Bay. Sourced from sites across the region, it is fermented using wild yeasts in old French oak barriques where it rests on lees for six months. Roger Jones: Stylish balance of fruit to herbaceous notes, multi-layered with a crunchy texture, mellow yellow summer field flowers. The elegance at the end is quite remarkable. Freddy Bulmer: Attractive and clean on the nose, plenty of primary fruit but also a nice amount of savoury character from the oak. Well balanced and really quite a serious wine. Cat Lomax: Expressive, punchy nose. Great concentration, tonnes of luscious Sauvignon fruit supported by very smart use of oak. Tastes like pricey white Bordeaux. Delicious. |
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South Australia | 3 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$520.00 |
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James Suckling (98)An exceptional vintage for this wine, with such intense aromas of lime and sweet flowers, as well as hints of white nectarine and wet stone in the background. The palate has density and sleekly refined shape that drives so long. Lime juice throughout, and some almost pithy density builds into the finish, supported by driving acidity. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026 and a number of years after that. Screw cap. |
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Auckland | 1 | 95 (TRR) |
In Bond
SG$289.00 |
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The Real Review (95)Ripe stone fruit/peach/nectarine flavours with nutty oak, vanilla, and bready yeast lees flavours. Complex and accessible wine that would benefit from a little bottle age but is deliciously accessible now. |
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Auckland | 5 | - |
In Bond
SG$431.00 |
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Auckland | 5 | 18.5+ (MJ) |
In Bond
SG$750.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5+)The winemaking regime is identical to the preceding wines – hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, wild yeast fermented in 100% oak, and it spends 11 months in barrel (25% new) after malo. This time, a piercingly fresh bouquet is driven along briskly by a strident citrus theme. Super-tasty, really long and with an amazing volume of flavour, this is my favourite of the ‘Premier Cru’ wines. Grab some now, for fear of missing out. You can drink it today without the wine police visiting you, but it will sing in a couple of years and hold easily for a decade! |
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Auckland | 2 | 94 (TRR) |
In Bond
SG$277.00 |
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The Real Review (94)Tangy, refreshing wine with white peach, apple, lime/citrus, ginger/yeast lees and subtle spicy oak flavours with a thread of oyster shell/saline characters. Stylish wine from a favourable vintage. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$425.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Has been through a few subtle iterations in recent years and this one reverts to a previous style which is more generous and immediately flavoursome. Has a creamy texture with a light lemon curd and peachy stone fruit all held with deliberate restraint to give it that extra polish and classy dimension. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$524.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 95 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$725.00 |
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Decanter (95)Baby Grange gets its moniker as components of the blend are matured in the same barrels as the previous vintage of Grange. But with Cabernet Sauvignon the main player (53% in this vintage), it is more a Baby 707, especially as it always benefits from wine originally destined for that cuvée as well as Grange. A beauty of a beast, whose imposing tannin structure and abundantly ripe fruit need time. Powerful, inky blue and black berry fruits dominate the nose and palate, alongside bergamot freshness, earthy tapenade, exotic spices, iron filings and lots of black pepper. Coconut richness from 12 months in US oak hogsheads (37% new) and fine cocoa powder tannins add grip and linger long. Released at £71. |
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South Australia | 3 | 96 (HWC) |
In Bond
SG$823.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)A multiregional wine matured in French (25% new) and American (12% new) oak for 12 months. It seems like cabernet sauvignon is uniformly very strong in this year's Penfolds releases. Here, Bin 407 shines – crimson in the glass with plush, varietally true characters of blackberry, mulberries and cassis with hints of fine spice, scattered herbs, tobacco leaf, dark chocolate, cigar box, licorice, bay leaf and cedar. Concentrated yet balanced and poised with a fine tannin framework and bright, energetic line finishing with grace and a sense of latent power. One for the long haul and a strong release. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$160.00 |
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James Suckling (96)A very fresh, piercing nose of sliced lemon with plenty of sweet perfume, too. The palate is similarly intense and vibrant with white stone-fruit and lemon flavors, delivered in an impressively intense and balanced mode. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Marlborough | 6 | - |
In Bond
SG$389.00 |
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The Rimapere Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2021 is a captivating embodiment of the Marlborough region's distinct character. Produced by Baroness Ariane de Rothschild's Rimapere estate, exceptional care is taken with the sustainable viticulture and hand harvesting practices. The maritime climate, abundant sunlight, and stony soil of Marlborough imbue the wine with its applauded zesty citrus and tropical fruit notes, underlaid subtly with complex minerality. This vintage has been vinified in stainless steel vessels to maintain its purity and vivacious character. The slow, cool fermentation process accentuates the aromatic profile, artfully balancing the vibrant acidity with the rich fruit concentration - delivering an overall harmonious palate. A remarkable testament to New Zealand's winemaking prowess, the Rimapere Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2021 accentuates each meal with its crisp, fresh finish making it a splendid choice for wine connoisseurs globally. |
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South Australia | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$386.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime palette of Rockford Semillon Barossa Valley 2021, crafted meticulously in the esteemed vineyards of Australia's premier wine region, the Barossa Valley. Renowned producer Rockford Wineries has upheld the tradition of hand-picked harvesting and selecting only the best clusters, contributing to the wine's exceptional quality and the elegance that is typical of Semillon. This vintage is noted for its distinct lemon and lime flavours complemented by a crisp acidity, reflecting the unique microclimate and sun-drenched terrain fostered by Barossa Valley. You'll delight in its alluring aroma marked by honeydew melon and wax touches, which eloquently communicates the winemaker's commitment to excellence. Ageing in seasoned French oak barriques bestows the Rockford Semillon Barossa Valley 2021 with its characteristic balance and complexity, making for an exquisite wine that satisfies even the most discerning palate. Indulge in this Australian gem, exemplifying luxurious elegance in every sip. |
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South Australia | 30 | 99 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$323.00 |
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James Suckling (99)A gloriously detailed, focused and concentrated rendition of grenache, this has a punchy and energetically youthful stance. The nose has such fresh and vivid raspberries and boysenberries, together with some red plums, floral bursts and a gently sappy edge. Such pure fruit here. The palate has a smooth outer layer that glazes compact, fine and layered tannins seamlessly. Super-fresh finish with bright acidity. The fruit power here is supercharged. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Marlborough | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$315.00 |
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Hailing from the esteemed vineyards of Marlborough, New Zealand, the Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc Block 20 Cash Block Marlborough 2021 is a delight for the discerning palate. This esteemed varietal, crafted by the award-winning Saint Clair Family Estate, is a classic representation of the rich terroir of the region. The grapes are meticulously hand-harvested from the Cash Block, a vineyard known for its aged vines and higher clay content. The Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc Block 20 Cash Block Marlborough 2021 presents an aromatic nose and flavours of passion fruit, blackcurrant and a crisp minerality. The wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks, preserving its pure fruit expression and vibrant acidity. Ageing on lees enhances the complexity and body of this elegant wine. A symbol of the superior quality that Saint Clair Family Estate consistently produces, this truly captures the essence of New Zealand's Marlborough region. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$372.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)This 2021 Chardonnay Tiers Vineyard is a sensational wine. Let me tell you about the vineyard, and then we'll come back to the glass. The Tiers vineyard was planted in the Picadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills by the Croser family in 1979. The vineyard lays at an elevation of around 450 meters (1,477 feet) above sea level at its highest point, and the wine was made by Brian Croser, an important name in Australian wine. The 2021 vintage was a goodie in South Australia. The start to the season (spring and around) was the recipient of a good level of rainfall and no ill-timed events, meaning fruit set and yields were decent, and the growing season itself was without heat events or challenges, meaning the picking windows were chosen based on the fruit, with no forced hands. So, to the wine. This is powerful, concentrated and shapely, with a core of pure citrus acidity (it's zesty and pithy). The fruit speaks of yellow peach and preserved lemon and a hint of white tea. The wine undulates across the tongue and shows line and poise that elevate it to the very top of the Chardonnay tree in Australia. One of the greats. I daresay it'll be even better in 2025. |
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Hawke's Bay | 1 | 97 (WO) |
In Bond
SG$210.00 |
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Wine Orbit (97)Offering harmony and structure within an opulent framed of rich fruit and silky tannins, this is a gratifying red offering awesome value. The enticing bouquet shows blackcurrant, mulberry, tobacco and cedary oak characters with a delicate floral overtone. The palate displays amazing depth and persistency, wonderfully complemented by delectable fruit flavours with spicy nuances. Tannins are fine, mouth-coating and just right, making it structured and seamless at the same time. |
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Hawke's Bay | 1 | 100 (WO) |
In Bond
SG$366.00 |
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Wine Orbit (100)The 2021 Coleraine exhibits a commanding presence and majestic poise. The bouquet reveals classic aromas of cassis, dark plum and violet with whispering nuances of cedar and cigar. There are hints of warm spices, compounding the pleasure upon inhalation. The palate is bold and graceful at once, enhanced by plush texture and multi-layered mouthfeel, beautifully framed by refreshing acidity and fine chalky tannins. Robust and substantial with a great line and length, which seem to go on to infinity. This youthful wine is already impossible to resist, but time will reward those who can wait. In sports, they often talk about ‘The Greatest of All Time’, or 'The GOAT'. This 2021 Coleraine is undeniably THE GOAT of New Zealand wine. |
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