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The most dense and concentrated of the current Mollydooker offerings is the 2018 Velvet Glove Shiraz. Because of that, it's also among the most fruit-forward, with the oak elements of vanilla, mocha and cedar pushed into the background in favor of ripe raspberries and blackberries. Taut and focused for its size, this full-bodied effort is smooth and creamy textured on the palate, where the fruit glides into a long, velvety finish.

Delectably suave and earthy, the Philippe Pacalet Vosne Romanee 2016 is an exquisite embodiment of Burgundy's terroir at its finest. This illustrious red wine is rendered by esteemed naturalist winemaker Philippe Pacalet, masterfully capturing the intensity and purity of Pinot Noir. Pacalet applies a hands-off approach to vinification, ensuring minimal intervention to uphold each grape's inherent character. The wine is unfiltered and unfined, and fermentation exclusively occurs with native yeasts.

Each vineyard parcel in Vosne Romanee, where this gem originates, bestows its unique mark, imbuing the wine with an extraordinary complexity and elegance. The Philippe Pacalet Vosne Romanee 2016 proudly exhibits a balanced palate with layered dark fruit notes and discreet oak influence, culminating in a long, satisfying finish. This seductive, powerhouse wine validates why Philippe Pacalet continues to uphold a paramount position in Burgundy's wine panorama. Experience the harmonious collision of innovative winemaking principles with time-honoured tradition in every glass of Philippe Pacalet Vosne Romanee 2016.

An exceptional vintage, Pierre Girardin Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts 2019 hails from the revered appellation of Vosne-Romanée in the heart of Burgundy. This exquisite red wine is the esteemed creation of Pierre Girardin, the 13th generation of his family to become a winemaker and a youthful prodigy in the art.

Meticulously crafted using 100% Pinot Noir grapes from 40-year-old vines, it undergoes traditional vinification with minimal intervention to retain its unique terroir character. The wine has been aged for 14 months in French oak barrels, lending it a richness and complexity that is truly captivating.

On the palate, Pierre Girardin Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts 2019 presents a profound balance of intense red and black fruit aromas, silky tannins, and a subtle hint of spice. Its finish is long and sophisticated, promising excellent ageing potential.