Appellation
Appellation
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$701.35 |
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Decanter (98)A wine that fizzes and sparks with crackling berry fruits and dried herbs. Full-bodied but not massive in the mouth, this has soaring power and energy. Perfectly balanced, with searing, mouth-coating, super-fine tannin. A wine like a thunder crack that takes you by surprise, it shocks the palate. Long finish. This is an exceptional vintage for Vincent Paris. 100-year-old vines. No destemming. Five-day cold maceration, then fermented with wild yeasts. Twice daily remontage, no punching down, then aged for 16 months in two to eight-year-old barriques. Grown on the granite slopes of lieu-dit La Geynale, one of the finest of the appellation. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$841.35 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Fermented with whole clusters, the 2023 Cornas La Geynale is another success at this address. Unfurling from the glass with aromas of violet, dark berries, mulberries, spices and lead pencil mingled with licorice, it’s medium- to full-bodied, dense and generous, built around a fleshy, well-balanced core of fruit framed by velvety tannins and a seamless structure, concluding with a long, mineral finish. Purer and without phenolic elements that obscure its telluric identity, this captures the essence of La Geynale. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$235.88 |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$553.07 |
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Wine Advocate (96)While I reviewed this NV Châteauneuf du Pape La Reserve VII IX X (a blend from the 2007, 2009 and 2010 vintages) last year, I was able to taste it again this go around, and it still blew me away. Fabulously full-bodied and decadent, with loads of lavender, incense, black raspberry and cured-meat nuances, it’s still youthful and vibrant, with notable freshness and purity. Enjoy this brilliant wine through 2028. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$179.38 |
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Vinous (93)Deep bright-rimmed ruby. Ripe black and blue fruit and floral scents, accompanied by olive and exotic spice and incense notes. Fleshy and concentrated yet lively as well, offering sweet, smoke-tinged cassis and blackberry flavors and a touch of candied violet. The spice and floral notes come back on a very long, penetrating finish framed by smooth, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$184.10 |
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Vinous (93)Deep bright-hued magenta. Mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, olive paste and violet aromas pick up mineral and smoked meat flourishes as the wine opens up. Shows very good energy on the palate, offering sappy, spice-tinged black and blue fruit flavors and hints of floral pastilles, licorice and cracked pepper. The floral note carries through a youthfully chewy and persistent finish, which leaves a vibrant mineral note behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$195.00 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque ruby. Smoke-accented dark berry, cherry liqueur and cured meat scents show excellent clarity and a suave floral topnote. Concentrated yet lively blackberry, cherry and spicecake flavors take on violet and olive nuances with air. Finishes with strong, spice-tinged persistence, mounting tannins and a faint touch of smoked meat. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$184.10 |
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Vinous (92)Dark violet. Ripe dark fruits, pungent flowers, smoked meat and a peppery nuance on the fragrant nose. Offers concentrated cassis and bitter cherry flavors that take on licorice and smoky mineral accents with aeration. Dusty tannins add subtle grip to a long, smoky finish that echoes the peppery note. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$160.85 |
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Vinous (93)Saturated magenta. Displays spice-accented kirsch, blackberry, olive and baking spice aromas, along with suggestions of cured tobacco and olive. Juicy, focused and energetic on the palate, offering appealingly sweet cassis, cherry-cola, licorice and spicecake flavors that steadily deepen through the back half. Smooth, even tannins frame a long, lively finish that's given shape by fine-grained tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$439.71 |
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The Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 is a mesmerising testament to Xavier Gerard's dedication to viticulture and his profound understanding of the region's distinctive terroir. From the steep, terraced vineyards of Northern Rhône, this gracefully balanced Syrah embodies impeccable finesse, cultural heritage, and artisanal craft. Each grape is hand-selected and fermented with indigenous yeasts, preserving the unique characteristics of its prized appellations, Côte Brune and Côte Blonde. Post-fermentation, the wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, tempering its inherent power to delicate roundness. This exemplary Rhône River Valley ambassador boasts an intense bouquet of black fruit, violet perfumes, and convergent spices. On the palate, expect an enchanting display of supple tannins, ample acidity, and opulent black fruit flavours harmoniously culminating in a rich, enduring finish. Simply put, the Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 captures the quintessence of French wine sophistication that discerning connoisseurs will undoubtedly appreciate. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$157.94 |
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The Xavier Gerard Saint Joseph Blanchard 2019 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of this esteemed Domaine nestled in the heart of the Northern Rhône. Crafted predominantly from Syrah grapes meticulously cultivated in the Blanchard vineyard, this vintage showcases the region’s signature elegance and depth. Xavier Gerard employs traditional vinification techniques, including hand harvesting and fermentation in open-top stainless steel vats, to preserve the wine’s vibrant character and complex aromas. Aging occurs in French oak barrels, allowing subtle integration of tannins and the development of nuanced flavours. The 2019 harvest benefitted from optimal climatic conditions, resulting in a wine with intense dark fruit notes, peppery spice, and a refined mineral backbone. Balanced and velvety on the palate, the Saint Joseph Blanchard 2019 offers a lingering finish, reflecting Xavier Gerard’s dedication to quality and terroir expression. An exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished and harmonious Rhône Burgundy wine. |
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Rhone | 3 | 93-94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,541.04 |
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Vinous (93-94)(aged in new demi-muids for a year) Bright purple. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, Indian spices, vanilla and olive paste, while an intense mineral overtone adds urgency and lift. In a sappy, penetrating style, showing real depth but vivacity as well. Sweet blueberry, cherry compote and spicecake flavors reveal a core of juicy acidity and pick up a smoky note on the back half. Lingers with outstanding tenacity on the finish, which features supple tannins and a hint of candied licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,590.09 |
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Vinous (93-94)(aged in new demi-muids for a year) Bright purple. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, Indian spices, vanilla and olive paste, while an intense mineral overtone adds urgency and lift. In a sappy, penetrating style, showing real depth but vivacity as well. Sweet blueberry, cherry compote and spicecake flavors reveal a core of juicy acidity and pick up a smoky note on the back half. Lingers with outstanding tenacity on the finish, which features supple tannins and a hint of candied licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,143.85 |
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Decanter (96)Glass-staining purple colour. Incredibly powerful with searching perfume, leaf tea and glove leather behind the intense black fruits. Very fine and deep, perhaps just a touch too high in alcohol, a little overextracted. Phenomenal concentration and length however. A growling, brooding power, this could only be Hermitage. From vines of nearly 50 years of age grown organically on lieux-dits Beaumes and Péléat, matured in demi-muids with malolactic fermentation in barrel. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$267.53 |
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Vinous (94)Translucent yellow. A powerful, highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh orchard, pit fruits, succulent herbs and pungent flowers, along with a building mineral element. Stains the palate with juicy pear, nectarine and Meyer lemon flavors that are sharpened by a gingery flourish. Shows excellent clarity on a very long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,547.30 |
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Vinous (92)Bright purple. Deep-pitched black and blue fruit and exotic spice qualities, along with suggestions of candied flowers, smoky minerals and olive paste. Stains the palate with sweet boysenberry, cherry and spicecake flavors that deepen steadily on the back half. Shows surprisingly lithe character given its power, and finishes extremely long and sweet; rounded tannins add gentle grip. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,732.77 |
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Vinous (95)Brilliant purple. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes black and blue fruit preserves, spicecake, potpourri and incense. Densely packed and impressively energetic on the palate, offering intense blueberry, cassis, cherry liqueur and floral pastille flavors that open up steadily on the back half. The floral and spice notes carry emphatically through the impressively long, youthfully tannic finish, which leaves a smoky mineral flourish behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$479.13 |
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Vinous (97)Dark violet. Deeply pitched cherry liqueur, blackberry, licorice, olive and incense aromas are complemented by discreet vanilla and woodsmoke flourishes. Showing superb clarity to its lush black and blue fruit, candied violet, fruitcake and savory herb flavors; a peppery nuance lends a spicy lift and bite. Chewy and energetic on the strikingly long finish, which features well-judged tannins and resonating cherry, floral and spice notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$588.00 |
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Decanter (98)A wine that fizzes and sparks with crackling berry fruits and dried herbs. Full-bodied but not massive in the mouth, this has soaring power and energy. Perfectly balanced, with searing, mouth-coating, super-fine tannin. A wine like a thunder crack that takes you by surprise, it shocks the palate. Long finish. This is an exceptional vintage for Vincent Paris. 100-year-old vines. No destemming. Five-day cold maceration, then fermented with wild yeasts. Twice daily remontage, no punching down, then aged for 16 months in two to eight-year-old barriques. Grown on the granite slopes of lieu-dit La Geynale, one of the finest of the appellation. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$661.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Fermented with whole clusters, the 2023 Cornas La Geynale is another success at this address. Unfurling from the glass with aromas of violet, dark berries, mulberries, spices and lead pencil mingled with licorice, it’s medium- to full-bodied, dense and generous, built around a fleshy, well-balanced core of fruit framed by velvety tannins and a seamless structure, concluding with a long, mineral finish. Purer and without phenolic elements that obscure its telluric identity, this captures the essence of La Geynale. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$157.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$448.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)While I reviewed this NV Châteauneuf du Pape La Reserve VII IX X (a blend from the 2007, 2009 and 2010 vintages) last year, I was able to taste it again this go around, and it still blew me away. Fabulously full-bodied and decadent, with loads of lavender, incense, black raspberry and cured-meat nuances, it’s still youthful and vibrant, with notable freshness and purity. Enjoy this brilliant wine through 2028. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$155.00 |
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Vinous (93)Deep bright-rimmed ruby. Ripe black and blue fruit and floral scents, accompanied by olive and exotic spice and incense notes. Fleshy and concentrated yet lively as well, offering sweet, smoke-tinged cassis and blackberry flavors and a touch of candied violet. The spice and floral notes come back on a very long, penetrating finish framed by smooth, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$159.00 |
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Vinous (93)Deep bright-hued magenta. Mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, olive paste and violet aromas pick up mineral and smoked meat flourishes as the wine opens up. Shows very good energy on the palate, offering sappy, spice-tinged black and blue fruit flavors and hints of floral pastilles, licorice and cracked pepper. The floral note carries through a youthfully chewy and persistent finish, which leaves a vibrant mineral note behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$169.00 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque ruby. Smoke-accented dark berry, cherry liqueur and cured meat scents show excellent clarity and a suave floral topnote. Concentrated yet lively blackberry, cherry and spicecake flavors take on violet and olive nuances with air. Finishes with strong, spice-tinged persistence, mounting tannins and a faint touch of smoked meat. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$159.00 |
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Vinous (92)Dark violet. Ripe dark fruits, pungent flowers, smoked meat and a peppery nuance on the fragrant nose. Offers concentrated cassis and bitter cherry flavors that take on licorice and smoky mineral accents with aeration. Dusty tannins add subtle grip to a long, smoky finish that echoes the peppery note. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$138.00 |
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Vinous (93)Saturated magenta. Displays spice-accented kirsch, blackberry, olive and baking spice aromas, along with suggestions of cured tobacco and olive. Juicy, focused and energetic on the palate, offering appealingly sweet cassis, cherry-cola, licorice and spicecake flavors that steadily deepen through the back half. Smooth, even tannins frame a long, lively finish that's given shape by fine-grained tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$344.00 |
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The Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 is a mesmerising testament to Xavier Gerard's dedication to viticulture and his profound understanding of the region's distinctive terroir. From the steep, terraced vineyards of Northern Rhône, this gracefully balanced Syrah embodies impeccable finesse, cultural heritage, and artisanal craft. Each grape is hand-selected and fermented with indigenous yeasts, preserving the unique characteristics of its prized appellations, Côte Brune and Côte Blonde. Post-fermentation, the wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, tempering its inherent power to delicate roundness. This exemplary Rhône River Valley ambassador boasts an intense bouquet of black fruit, violet perfumes, and convergent spices. On the palate, expect an enchanting display of supple tannins, ample acidity, and opulent black fruit flavours harmoniously culminating in a rich, enduring finish. Simply put, the Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 captures the quintessence of French wine sophistication that discerning connoisseurs will undoubtedly appreciate. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$135.00 |
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The Xavier Gerard Saint Joseph Blanchard 2019 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of this esteemed Domaine nestled in the heart of the Northern Rhône. Crafted predominantly from Syrah grapes meticulously cultivated in the Blanchard vineyard, this vintage showcases the region’s signature elegance and depth. Xavier Gerard employs traditional vinification techniques, including hand harvesting and fermentation in open-top stainless steel vats, to preserve the wine’s vibrant character and complex aromas. Aging occurs in French oak barrels, allowing subtle integration of tannins and the development of nuanced flavours. The 2019 harvest benefitted from optimal climatic conditions, resulting in a wine with intense dark fruit notes, peppery spice, and a refined mineral backbone. Balanced and velvety on the palate, the Saint Joseph Blanchard 2019 offers a lingering finish, reflecting Xavier Gerard’s dedication to quality and terroir expression. An exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished and harmonious Rhône Burgundy wine. |
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Rhone | 3 | 93-94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,295.00 |
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Vinous (93-94)(aged in new demi-muids for a year) Bright purple. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, Indian spices, vanilla and olive paste, while an intense mineral overtone adds urgency and lift. In a sappy, penetrating style, showing real depth but vivacity as well. Sweet blueberry, cherry compote and spicecake flavors reveal a core of juicy acidity and pick up a smoky note on the back half. Lingers with outstanding tenacity on the finish, which features supple tannins and a hint of candied licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,340.00 |
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Vinous (93-94)(aged in new demi-muids for a year) Bright purple. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, Indian spices, vanilla and olive paste, while an intense mineral overtone adds urgency and lift. In a sappy, penetrating style, showing real depth but vivacity as well. Sweet blueberry, cherry compote and spicecake flavors reveal a core of juicy acidity and pick up a smoky note on the back half. Lingers with outstanding tenacity on the finish, which features supple tannins and a hint of candied licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$990.00 |
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Decanter (96)Glass-staining purple colour. Incredibly powerful with searching perfume, leaf tea and glove leather behind the intense black fruits. Very fine and deep, perhaps just a touch too high in alcohol, a little overextracted. Phenomenal concentration and length however. A growling, brooding power, this could only be Hermitage. From vines of nearly 50 years of age grown organically on lieux-dits Beaumes and Péléat, matured in demi-muids with malolactic fermentation in barrel. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$190.00 |
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Vinous (94)Translucent yellow. A powerful, highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh orchard, pit fruits, succulent herbs and pungent flowers, along with a building mineral element. Stains the palate with juicy pear, nectarine and Meyer lemon flavors that are sharpened by a gingery flourish. Shows excellent clarity on a very long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$3,195.00 |
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Vinous (92)Bright purple. Deep-pitched black and blue fruit and exotic spice qualities, along with suggestions of candied flowers, smoky minerals and olive paste. Stains the palate with sweet boysenberry, cherry and spicecake flavors that deepen steadily on the back half. Shows surprisingly lithe character given its power, and finishes extremely long and sweet; rounded tannins add gentle grip. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,560.00 |
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Vinous (95)Brilliant purple. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes black and blue fruit preserves, spicecake, potpourri and incense. Densely packed and impressively energetic on the palate, offering intense blueberry, cassis, cherry liqueur and floral pastille flavors that open up steadily on the back half. The floral and spice notes carry emphatically through the impressively long, youthfully tannic finish, which leaves a smoky mineral flourish behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$430.00 |
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Vinous (97)Dark violet. Deeply pitched cherry liqueur, blackberry, licorice, olive and incense aromas are complemented by discreet vanilla and woodsmoke flourishes. Showing superb clarity to its lush black and blue fruit, candied violet, fruitcake and savory herb flavors; a peppery nuance lends a spicy lift and bite. Chewy and energetic on the strikingly long finish, which features well-judged tannins and resonating cherry, floral and spice notes. |
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