2014
2014
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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SG$858.27 |
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Vinous (89)Good bright red with ruby tones. Rather wild aromas of black raspberry, smoke and leather. Supple, smooth and approachable; offers good volume for Chambolle and comes across as edge-free. A late dusting of tannins is nicely supported by mid-palate material. Not especially nuanced but this wine, too, will offer early drinkability. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$1,080.69 |
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Vinous (91)Medium red. Reticent scents of redcurrant and leather come across as a bit more rustic than the Champerrier. Offers good texture and breadth if a bit less floral lift in the middle palate than the Champerrier. But some saline minerality gives the wine adequate energy. Finishes with dusty tannins. Probably best for drinking over the next ten years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$272.39 |
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Savour the timeless elegance of Jean-Claude Bessin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2014, a revered product of prime Chardonnay varietals from Burgundy, France. Emanating from a vineyard rooted in Kimmeridgian soil, this luminous elixir encapsulates the terroir's distinctiveness, known for its limestone-rich marine fossils and clay. The touted Jean-Claude Bessin, the torchbearer of a family legacy since the 16th Century, craft this wine in limited production. This meticulously matured wine boasts a fruity essence with a delightful mineral edge; a testament to the unique fermentation in stainless steel vats followed by ageing in oak barrels. Jean-Claude Bessin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2014, with its limpid gold hue, unfolds the vibrant notes of citrus, white flowers, and flint on the palate, resonating its fine complexity and balance. A perfect representation of the Bessin lineage's dedication and dexterity, this fine wine embodies unmatched depth and longevity. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$356.32 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting, the 2014 Puligny Montrachet 1Er Cru Champ Canet from Boillot has a very fine stony, gunflint and pressed flower-scented bouquet. There is a soupçon of broodiness here although it does open nicely on the palate with pretty dried apricot and Clementine notes. This is a very subtle Puligny, not overt and really open at the moment, but you have to stand back and admire the precision and detail on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$303.36 |
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Vinous (92)Bright medium red. Sexy perfume of redcurrant, dark cherry, dried herbs and spices. Spicy, juicy and very dry but shows more floral lift than the Volnay Clos des Chènes. Precise and penetrating thanks to its strong mineral energy. Finishes with noble tannins that avoid the toughness of the Clos des Chènes and slowly building, savory persistence. Bouley told me that 55% of the crop was lost to hail and that partly for this reason he destemmed all of his fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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SG$774.34 |
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Vinous (90)(100% destemmed): Bright medium red. Subdued on the nose but clearly darker than the Caillerets, conveying fresh, higher-pitched aromas of black cherry, violet and licorice. This wine's sweetness and richness give it lovely early appeal. Generous on the front half but then distinctly more linear on the back end, finishing with a firm spine of tannins and a lingering redcurrant suggestion of red soil. Bouley noted that these vines were hit hard by hail but today it's the wine's sweetness that stands out, rather than any dryness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$535.09 |
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Hailing from the famed terroirs of Burgundy, Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 showcases the artisanal prowess of its eponymous producer. The wine originates in the Echezeaux area in Burgundy, France, where the ideal climatic conditions and superb terroirs are elemental to its making. Jean-Marc Millot, the master vintner himself, adopts traditional winemaking techniques blended with precision and a discerning palate to curate this Grand Cru wine. Exuding an intense ruby colour, this exquisite Grand Cru offers an expressive nose of dark berries and alluring spicy undertones. On the palate, it unveils a remarkable tannin structure, finely grained and rich, encapsulating the true nature of Pinot Noir. A graceful harmonious palate and a lingering finish augment the confounding experience. It not only exemplifies time-honoured French viticulture but is also a proud representation of the esteemed vineyards from which it derives. The Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 is indeed a rare vinous treasure, perfectly designed for the discerning oenophile. |
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Burgundy | 9 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,178.32 |
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Hailing from the famed terroirs of Burgundy, Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 showcases the artisanal prowess of its eponymous producer. The wine originates in the Echezeaux area in Burgundy, France, where the ideal climatic conditions and superb terroirs are elemental to its making. Jean-Marc Millot, the master vintner himself, adopts traditional winemaking techniques blended with precision and a discerning palate to curate this Grand Cru wine. Exuding an intense ruby colour, this exquisite Grand Cru offers an expressive nose of dark berries and alluring spicy undertones. On the palate, it unveils a remarkable tannin structure, finely grained and rich, encapsulating the true nature of Pinot Noir. A graceful harmonious palate and a lingering finish augment the confounding experience. It not only exemplifies time-honoured French viticulture but is also a proud representation of the esteemed vineyards from which it derives. The Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 is indeed a rare vinous treasure, perfectly designed for the discerning oenophile. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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SG$1,870.96 |
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Vinous (95)(12.8% natural alcohol, chaptalized to 13.4%): Reticent, very pure aromas of ginger and oyster-shell minerality. Densely packed and fine-grained, conveying powerful rocky minerality, with subtle stone fruit and peach pit flavors in the deep background. Strong citrussy acidity gives this wine outstanding inner-mouth sappiness. Finishes with superb length and éclat. This wine tastes like it's from a different region than the Grenouilles. As bracing as it is, there's nothing hard or austere about it. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$251.68 |
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Vinous (92)Very closed nose hints at citrus peel, stone fruits and minerals. In a more corpulent style than the Vaudésir but youthfully brooding, with its peach and yeasty flavors conveying an impression of power. This wine was made from young vines (14 and 7 years old) planted at a dense meter-by- meter spacing. Seriously rich but still a baby, finishing with serious slow-mounting length. Very impressive for young vines. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$265.85 |
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Jerome Castagnier Echezeaux 2014 epitomises the elegance and complexity of the renowned Echezeaux appellation in Burgundy. Crafted with precision in Domaine Castagnier’s esteemed vineyards, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulous vineyard management and sustainable viticultural practices. The 2014 vintage showcases grapes handpicked from optimal parcels, ensuring exceptional quality and expression. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, allowing the fruit’s purity to shine, followed by ageing in a selection of French oak barrels to impart subtle complexity and structure. Jerome Castagnier, a respected name in fine wine circles, employs traditional techniques combined with contemporary expertise to produce a wine of remarkable depth and finesse. On the nose, the Echezeaux 2014 reveals vibrant aromas of red cherries, earthy undertones, and delicate floral notes. The palate is harmoniously balanced with silky tannins and a persistent, elegant finish. This vintage is a testament to Castagnier’s dedication to excellence, offering connoisseurs a sublime Burgundy experience. ``` |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$161.21 |
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Experience the exquisite elegance of Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2014, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship in Burgundy’s revered Fixin appellation. Cultivated in the prestigious Clos de la Perriere vineyard, this Pinot Noir showcases the region’s unparalleled terroir. Hand-harvested grapes undergo a traditional vinification process, including gentle pressing and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s delicate aromas. The wine is then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and refined tannins. Produced by the esteemed Joliet family, renowned for their dedication to sustainable viticulture and exceptional quality, the 2014 vintage exhibits deep ruby hues, with notes of red cherries, earthy undertones, and a hint of spice on the palate. Its balanced acidity and elegant finish make it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking a classic Burgundy expression. Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2014 is a superb addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,032.29 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The 2014 Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru les Baudes was picked on September 16 and includes 15% whole cluster. It has a very perfumed bouquet, refined and elegant with hints of violet and blueberry tincturing the red cherry fruit. The palate is crisp on the entry, a little tighter and sharper than the nose was implying and perhaps I was expecting a little more substance on the finish. Hopefully that will develop in time once bottled. |
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Burgundy | 5 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,867.67 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, Drouhin's 2014 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is a wine that I might have underestimated from barrel, or perhaps it has just blossomed in bottle. It has a conservative bouquet that needs coaxing from the glass: red cherries, strawberry, scorched earth and just a touch of vanilla from the residual new oak waiting to be subsumed. The palate is medium-bodied with finely tuned tannin and bright red fruit, tensile and poised with a taut, quite linear finish that has class and refinement. This was one of the best in the flight of Clos de Vougeot, and I scored this even higher than Etienne Grivot's. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,042.07 |
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Vinous (90+)(bottled in August):Bright medium red. Reticent raspberry and menthol aromas are complicated by smoky minerality. Very dry and a bit awkward four months after the bottling, showing a solid underpinning of minerality but not quite the flesh to buffer its slightly edgy acids and tannins. This will need time to harmonize and expand in bottle, but it appears to be a rather delicate style of Grands-Echézeaux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,832.16 |
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Burghound (96)A broad-ranging and more expressive nose consists of a wonderful range of spice elements together with notes of black tea, earth and floral hints. There is strikingly good intensity and real power to the overtly muscular big-bodied flavors that ooze a fine dry extract that imparts a suave, even velvety mouth feel to the robust finale that also delivers superb persistence. As the best examples of Musigny always are, this delivers that inimitable combination of power and finesse and in doing so deserves the high compliment of being a 'wow' wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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SG$6,814.11 |
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Burghound (96)A broad-ranging and more expressive nose consists of a wonderful range of spice elements together with notes of black tea, earth and floral hints. There is strikingly good intensity and real power to the overtly muscular big-bodied flavors that ooze a fine dry extract that imparts a suave, even velvety mouth feel to the robust finale that also delivers superb persistence. As the best examples of Musigny always are, this delivers that inimitable combination of power and finesse and in doing so deserves the high compliment of being a 'wow' wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$728.00 |
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Vinous (89)Good bright red with ruby tones. Rather wild aromas of black raspberry, smoke and leather. Supple, smooth and approachable; offers good volume for Chambolle and comes across as edge-free. A late dusting of tannins is nicely supported by mid-palate material. Not especially nuanced but this wine, too, will offer early drinkability. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$938.00 |
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Vinous (91)Medium red. Reticent scents of redcurrant and leather come across as a bit more rustic than the Champerrier. Offers good texture and breadth if a bit less floral lift in the middle palate than the Champerrier. But some saline minerality gives the wine adequate energy. Finishes with dusty tannins. Probably best for drinking over the next ten years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$240.00 |
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Savour the timeless elegance of Jean-Claude Bessin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2014, a revered product of prime Chardonnay varietals from Burgundy, France. Emanating from a vineyard rooted in Kimmeridgian soil, this luminous elixir encapsulates the terroir's distinctiveness, known for its limestone-rich marine fossils and clay. The touted Jean-Claude Bessin, the torchbearer of a family legacy since the 16th Century, craft this wine in limited production. This meticulously matured wine boasts a fruity essence with a delightful mineral edge; a testament to the unique fermentation in stainless steel vats followed by ageing in oak barrels. Jean-Claude Bessin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2014, with its limpid gold hue, unfolds the vibrant notes of citrus, white flowers, and flint on the palate, resonating its fine complexity and balance. A perfect representation of the Bessin lineage's dedication and dexterity, this fine wine embodies unmatched depth and longevity. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$317.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting, the 2014 Puligny Montrachet 1Er Cru Champ Canet from Boillot has a very fine stony, gunflint and pressed flower-scented bouquet. There is a soupçon of broodiness here although it does open nicely on the palate with pretty dried apricot and Clementine notes. This is a very subtle Puligny, not overt and really open at the moment, but you have to stand back and admire the precision and detail on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$269.00 |
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Vinous (92)Bright medium red. Sexy perfume of redcurrant, dark cherry, dried herbs and spices. Spicy, juicy and very dry but shows more floral lift than the Volnay Clos des Chènes. Precise and penetrating thanks to its strong mineral energy. Finishes with noble tannins that avoid the toughness of the Clos des Chènes and slowly building, savory persistence. Bouley told me that 55% of the crop was lost to hail and that partly for this reason he destemmed all of his fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$651.00 |
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Vinous (90)(100% destemmed): Bright medium red. Subdued on the nose but clearly darker than the Caillerets, conveying fresh, higher-pitched aromas of black cherry, violet and licorice. This wine's sweetness and richness give it lovely early appeal. Generous on the front half but then distinctly more linear on the back end, finishing with a firm spine of tannins and a lingering redcurrant suggestion of red soil. Bouley noted that these vines were hit hard by hail but today it's the wine's sweetness that stands out, rather than any dryness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$482.00 |
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Hailing from the famed terroirs of Burgundy, Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 showcases the artisanal prowess of its eponymous producer. The wine originates in the Echezeaux area in Burgundy, France, where the ideal climatic conditions and superb terroirs are elemental to its making. Jean-Marc Millot, the master vintner himself, adopts traditional winemaking techniques blended with precision and a discerning palate to curate this Grand Cru wine. Exuding an intense ruby colour, this exquisite Grand Cru offers an expressive nose of dark berries and alluring spicy undertones. On the palate, it unveils a remarkable tannin structure, finely grained and rich, encapsulating the true nature of Pinot Noir. A graceful harmonious palate and a lingering finish augment the confounding experience. It not only exemplifies time-honoured French viticulture but is also a proud representation of the esteemed vineyards from which it derives. The Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 is indeed a rare vinous treasure, perfectly designed for the discerning oenophile. |
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Burgundy | 9 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,945.00 |
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Hailing from the famed terroirs of Burgundy, Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 showcases the artisanal prowess of its eponymous producer. The wine originates in the Echezeaux area in Burgundy, France, where the ideal climatic conditions and superb terroirs are elemental to its making. Jean-Marc Millot, the master vintner himself, adopts traditional winemaking techniques blended with precision and a discerning palate to curate this Grand Cru wine. Exuding an intense ruby colour, this exquisite Grand Cru offers an expressive nose of dark berries and alluring spicy undertones. On the palate, it unveils a remarkable tannin structure, finely grained and rich, encapsulating the true nature of Pinot Noir. A graceful harmonious palate and a lingering finish augment the confounding experience. It not only exemplifies time-honoured French viticulture but is also a proud representation of the esteemed vineyards from which it derives. The Jean-Marc Millot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2014 is indeed a rare vinous treasure, perfectly designed for the discerning oenophile. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,665.00 |
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Vinous (95)(12.8% natural alcohol, chaptalized to 13.4%): Reticent, very pure aromas of ginger and oyster-shell minerality. Densely packed and fine-grained, conveying powerful rocky minerality, with subtle stone fruit and peach pit flavors in the deep background. Strong citrussy acidity gives this wine outstanding inner-mouth sappiness. Finishes with superb length and éclat. This wine tastes like it's from a different region than the Grenouilles. As bracing as it is, there's nothing hard or austere about it. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$221.00 |
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Vinous (92)Very closed nose hints at citrus peel, stone fruits and minerals. In a more corpulent style than the Vaudésir but youthfully brooding, with its peach and yeasty flavors conveying an impression of power. This wine was made from young vines (14 and 7 years old) planted at a dense meter-by- meter spacing. Seriously rich but still a baby, finishing with serious slow-mounting length. Very impressive for young vines. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$234.00 |
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Jerome Castagnier Echezeaux 2014 epitomises the elegance and complexity of the renowned Echezeaux appellation in Burgundy. Crafted with precision in Domaine Castagnier’s esteemed vineyards, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulous vineyard management and sustainable viticultural practices. The 2014 vintage showcases grapes handpicked from optimal parcels, ensuring exceptional quality and expression. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, allowing the fruit’s purity to shine, followed by ageing in a selection of French oak barrels to impart subtle complexity and structure. Jerome Castagnier, a respected name in fine wine circles, employs traditional techniques combined with contemporary expertise to produce a wine of remarkable depth and finesse. On the nose, the Echezeaux 2014 reveals vibrant aromas of red cherries, earthy undertones, and delicate floral notes. The palate is harmoniously balanced with silky tannins and a persistent, elegant finish. This vintage is a testament to Castagnier’s dedication to excellence, offering connoisseurs a sublime Burgundy experience. ``` |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$138.00 |
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Experience the exquisite elegance of Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2014, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship in Burgundy’s revered Fixin appellation. Cultivated in the prestigious Clos de la Perriere vineyard, this Pinot Noir showcases the region’s unparalleled terroir. Hand-harvested grapes undergo a traditional vinification process, including gentle pressing and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s delicate aromas. The wine is then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and refined tannins. Produced by the esteemed Joliet family, renowned for their dedication to sustainable viticulture and exceptional quality, the 2014 vintage exhibits deep ruby hues, with notes of red cherries, earthy undertones, and a hint of spice on the palate. Its balanced acidity and elegant finish make it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking a classic Burgundy expression. Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Clos de la Perriere 2014 is a superb addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,675.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The 2014 Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru les Baudes was picked on September 16 and includes 15% whole cluster. It has a very perfumed bouquet, refined and elegant with hints of violet and blueberry tincturing the red cherry fruit. The palate is crisp on the entry, a little tighter and sharper than the nose was implying and perhaps I was expecting a little more substance on the finish. Hopefully that will develop in time once bottled. |
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Burgundy | 5 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,660.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2014 tasting, Drouhin's 2014 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is a wine that I might have underestimated from barrel, or perhaps it has just blossomed in bottle. It has a conservative bouquet that needs coaxing from the glass: red cherries, strawberry, scorched earth and just a touch of vanilla from the residual new oak waiting to be subsumed. The palate is medium-bodied with finely tuned tannin and bright red fruit, tensile and poised with a taut, quite linear finish that has class and refinement. This was one of the best in the flight of Clos de Vougeot, and I scored this even higher than Etienne Grivot's. Tasted September 2017. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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SG$1,820.00 |
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Vinous (90+)(bottled in August):Bright medium red. Reticent raspberry and menthol aromas are complicated by smoky minerality. Very dry and a bit awkward four months after the bottling, showing a solid underpinning of minerality but not quite the flesh to buffer its slightly edgy acids and tannins. This will need time to harmonize and expand in bottle, but it appears to be a rather delicate style of Grands-Echézeaux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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SG$3,490.00 |
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Burghound (96)A broad-ranging and more expressive nose consists of a wonderful range of spice elements together with notes of black tea, earth and floral hints. There is strikingly good intensity and real power to the overtly muscular big-bodied flavors that ooze a fine dry extract that imparts a suave, even velvety mouth feel to the robust finale that also delivers superb persistence. As the best examples of Musigny always are, this delivers that inimitable combination of power and finesse and in doing so deserves the high compliment of being a 'wow' wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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SG$6,200.00 |
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Burghound (96)A broad-ranging and more expressive nose consists of a wonderful range of spice elements together with notes of black tea, earth and floral hints. There is strikingly good intensity and real power to the overtly muscular big-bodied flavors that ooze a fine dry extract that imparts a suave, even velvety mouth feel to the robust finale that also delivers superb persistence. As the best examples of Musigny always are, this delivers that inimitable combination of power and finesse and in doing so deserves the high compliment of being a 'wow' wine. |
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The 2014 vintage in Burgundy has been rung in with a great deal of local optimism and excitement. After three successive vintages of incredibly low yield and quantities, the growers of the Cote de Nuits were ready to welcome an easy vintage and the chance to make a bit more wine. Easy seemed to be the word on everyone's lips as the growing season presented few climatic challenges and viticultural decisions were by and large straightforward.
Tasting the wines from barrel, we quickly learned that the reds were easy to taste, forward and classical, while the whites were truly remarkable. More than one winemaker came forward to declare that 2014 saw the best white wines in a lifetime. Good levels of acidity kept the bundles of ripe fruit lovely, while the overall character of the vintage was in such good balance that the wines will be approachable from a relatively young age, while the best will age very well indeed.
In general the Cote de Nuits fared a bit better than the Cote de Beaune by virtue of having escaped the savage hail which effected the latter. As much as the hail devastated yields, it fortunately did not impact on quality and many producers managed to make some truly exceptional wines with great forward fruit and firm structure.
Overall this is a vintage with a lot to offer and for Burgundy lovers, it is one to celebrate. Each appellaton was true to style and the winemakers had room to impart their own subtle influence on the finish product. Freshness, flavour and verve are the keyword this year and they come together in bundles.
