France - All Red Wines
France stands as the epitome of excellence when it comes to crafting red wines that showcase the diversity of terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions.
In Bordeaux, the renowned Left Bank vineyards of Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion epitomize the artistry of winemaking. These prestigious estates craft red wines that blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, resulting in wines of depth, structure, and complexity. The wines from the Right Bank, such as those from Pétrus, Château Ausone, and Château Cheval Blanc, offer elegance, refinement, and a focus on Merlot as the dominant grape variety.
In Burgundy, the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune regions are home to iconic vineyards like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau. These vineyards produce world-renowned Pinot Noir wines that showcase finesse, complexity, and a captivating expression of their unique terroirs.
The Rhône Valley boasts appellations such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In Hermitage, producers like Jean-Louis Chave and Domaine Jean-Louis Grippat craft powerful and age-worthy Syrah-based wines with immense structure and complexity. Côte-Rôtie is known for its elegant and perfumed Syrah wines, while Châteauneuf-du-Pape combines a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre to create bold and full-bodied wines.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Chinon and Saumur-Champigny shine with exceptional Cabernet Franc wines. Producers such as Charles Joguet and Domaine Guiberteau showcase the region's ability to craft wines of finesse, with notes of red fruits, spice, and a characteristic herbal undertone.
Finally, in the south, the Languedoc-Roussillon region is celebrated for its bold and robust red wines. Vineyards like Mas de Daumas Gassac and Domaine Gauby produce powerful and expressive wines that highlight the region's warm climate and diverse terroirs.
France - All Red Wines
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,159.16 |
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Introducing the Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019, an exquisite example of Burgundy's finest Pinot Noir. This wine is a product of the renowned Pierre Girardin, a young winemaker who has earned exceptional acclaim for his continued respect to terroir and tradition, whilst creating a new era of pure, precise wines that reflect their unique vineyard origins. Nestled in the Côte de Beaune region of France, these grapes are grown in calcareous clay soils, yielding a wine with depth, complexity and an intriguing minerality. Each grape is sorted manually and vinified with natural yeast in thermo-regulated tanks to preserve distinct flavours. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months, enriching it with a sophisticated layer of spicy undertones. The Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019 offers tantalising notes of ripe cherry and earthy undertones, making it an exquisite addition to any discerning palate. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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SG$1,544.44 |
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Discover the captivating Pierre Girardin Pommard Les Vaumuriens 2018, a true paragon of Burgundy's finesse. Produced by the highly reputed Pierre Girardin, it is an emblematic representation of the classic Pommard profile. Born from 35-year-old vines located in Les Vaumuriens, a premium vineyard renowned for its exceptional terroir, this wine is meticulously fermented in French oak barrels for twelve months which impart powerful yet polished tannins. This cuvée exhibits a pleasingly intense ruby hue, offering a refined bouquet of ripe red cherries and spices. Its captivating palate brims with dense, lush fruit nuances, enhanced by an opulent structure and impressive longevity. Pierre Girardin's unwavering commitment to tradition, blended with modern interpretation, make the Pommard Les Vaumuriens 2018 a truly exceptional wine, designed to delight the most discerning palates. Experience the elegant sophistication wrapped in every bottle of this superb Pinot Noir. |
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Rhone | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$887.04 |
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Vinous (92)Vivid ruby-red. Spice-accented red and blue fruits and candied flowers on the expressive nose. Juicy, open-knit raspberry and boysenberry flavors become livelier as the wine opens up. Shows very good clarity and lift on the long, smooth finish, which features supple tannins and resonating red fruit character. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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SG$2,629.91 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Getting more than one exclamation in the notes, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée de Mon Aïeul is a deep, rich yet vibrant red that offers a kaleidoscope of kirsch liqueur, garrigue, crushed flowers, Asian spices, and cured meats. It's more opulent and sexier than the 2010, fresher and purer than the 2007, has deep, full-bodied aromas and flavors, and a huge finish. It's a sensational, heavenly Châteauneuf-du-Pape that tops out my scale. This cuvée is 100% Grenache that was not destemmed and was aged in 20% demi-muids and the balance in concrete tanks. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | - |
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SG$621.13 |
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Experience the exquisite charm of Plaisance 2016, a world-class vintage that enthrals connoisseurs with its complex bouquet and balanced finesse. Born from the revered vineyards of Bordeaux, France, this meritorious cuvée is expertly orchestrated by the esteemed house of Château de Plaisance. Meticulously crafted by the gifted winemakers, Plaisance 2016 marries Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, maturing them in hand-selected oak barrels for a minimum of twelve months. This process elegantly enhances the wine's innate aromatics, imparting notes of ripe plum, cassis, and subtle hints of sweet vanilla with a pleasing touch of minerality. At the palate, Plaisance 2016 cascades long-lasting fruity notes juxtaposed with gentle tannins, a testament to its viticultural pedigree. Garnering high regard from various wine publications, this vintage stands its ground as one of the most lauded wines from its region, offering an unforgettable oenophilic journey. Indulge in Plaisance 2016, a divine expression of winemaking excellence. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$2,194.13 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Château Pontet-Canet has an extremely pure, vivacious, perfumed bouquet with crushed violets infusing the blueberry and blackberry fruit. But it is all about the detail and precision in this wine. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle grip in the mouth: lightly toasted black fruit, dried orange peel, cedar and a pinch of white pepper. This feels very cohesive and poised with just a touch of mint entering right on the finish. What a great wine from Alfred Tesseron and Jean-Michel Comme. Go grab the corkscrew now, but don't feel that this wine has to be opened for another 5-6 years. Tasted January 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$2,285.64 |
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James Suckling (99)The aromas to this are really amazing, with a potpourri of spices and dried flowers, as well as redcurrants, sweet plums and even some peaches. Full-bodied with layers of ripe fruit and ultra-fine tannins that spread across the palate in an encompassing yet always elegant and pure way. It’s succulent and unadulterated. Like crushed, perfectly ripened grapes. The length is rather endless. The tannins build. Fabulous young red. 35% in amphora and the rest in 50% new oak and 15% one-year oak. 65% cabernet sauvignon and 30% merlot, the rest cabernet franc and petit verdot. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try after 2028, but an absolute joy to taste now. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98-99 (JS) |
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SG$1,669.79 |
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James Suckling (98-99)This is integrated, with superb density and beauty, offering blackcurrant, mineral and some bark. Full-bodied, yet so polished and refined. Crushed stone. Lots of expression and texture to this wine. Creamy. Pure and precise. Elegant, yet layered. Slightly plusher than the 2019. Dense, yet agile. Fresh as always. 60% cabernet sauvignon, 32% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 4% petit verdot. 50% new oak 15% old oak and 35% concrete amphorae. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-92 (JS) |
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SG$1,102.95 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is one of the fruitiest Potensacs that I remember, with loads of blueberry and currants. Full and velvety. Plenty going on underneath. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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SG$1,401.61 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)All fruit tannins, a structured, tight wine, its acidity offering great waves of black plum juice flavors. There is great power as well as the freshness and elegance. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$4,969.09 |
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An exemplar of legendary Burgundy wines, the Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is unparalleled in viticultural elegance. Hand-crafted from old-vine, Grand Cru plots in the Corton Bressandes climat, this exquisite vintage hails from the esteemed house of Merode, a family-owned winery with a rich heritage dating back to the 19th century. Though steeped in tradition, the estate employs a combination of ancient and modern oenological techniques, sensitively marrying hand-harvesting with low-impact mechanisation. The result is this magnificent Pinot Noir, matured in French oak barrels, exuding profound nuances of ripe red fruit, harmonised with subtle oak undertones. It's characterised by a complex aromatic profile. On the palate, it reveals firm yet fine-grained tannins and extraordinary depth, with a wonderfully persistent finish. A vintage like Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is the embodiment of Burgundy's terroir, offering the discerning connoisseur a truly extraordinary drinking experience. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,626.19 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92)I also loved the 2007 Rauzan-Ségla. It has a Château Margaux-like bouquet of sweet red and black fruits, incense, flowers, and saddle leather. A classic blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, this medium-bodied, precocious, complex effort has loads of character, resolved tannins, moderate acidity, notable balance, and a great finish. I’ve always loved the charming style of the 2007s, and this is drinking at point today yet will unquestionably keep for another decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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SG$1,820.13 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)I underrated the 2015 Rauzan-Ségla on release. It’s a big, rich, incredibly sexy wine that’s certainly in the same ballpark as the 2016 (and 2018). Full-bodied, ripe, and concentrated, it has a wonderfully expansive, layered texture as well as an incredible sense of balance. Lots of cassis, leafy herbs, flowery incense, and tobacco notes all emerge from this beauty, which offers sweet tannins as well as a huge finish. This is magical stuff that’s going to keep for three decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97+ (VN (AG)) |
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SG$2,089.44 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97+)The 2016 Rauzan-Ségla is simply stunning. Ample and generous in the glass, the 2016 is a positively stellar wine that will leave readers weak at the knees. The flavors and textures are generous as this sublime Margaux shows off its alluring personality. Sweet red cherry, plum, pomegranate, blood orange, spice and rose petal are some of the many notes that run through this absolutely exquisite wine. The 2016 is just as impressive from bottle as it was from barrel, maybe even more! Tasted three times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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SG$2,098.08 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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SG$2,886.28 |
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Vinous (95)Brilliant ruby. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes fresh raspberry and boysenberry, potpourri, floral oils and smoky minerals. Lively, palate-staining red and dark berry and floral pastille flavors are complicated by powerful spice and mineral notes that expand with air. Closes on a gently tannic note, showing outstanding clarity and excellent mineral-driven persistence and leaving sweet dark berry notes behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$2,428.48 |
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Wine Advocate (95)About as voluptuous and sexy a la Landonne as I've tasted from Rene, the 2013 Cote Rotie la Landonne excels in the vintage and offers rock star notes of violets, black and blue fruits, olive and pepper. Full-bodied, layered, beautifully concentrated and with ripe tannin, it needs 4-5 years of cellaring and will keep for two decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$1,137.74 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (90)The 2019 La Réserve de Léoville Barton offers a mixture of red and black fruit, quite perfumed and floral, with crushed violet. The palate is well balanced, very supple, pure and elegant, leading to a delineated finish. This is lovely in an old-school way and will only need a couple of years in bottle. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$1,137.74 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2020 La Réserve de Léoville Barton has a crisp blackberry, tobacco and slight minty bouquet with impressive harmony. The palate is medium-bodied with finely-chiseled tannins, not deep or concentrated, yet showing much more precision than the La Réserves that I used to taste a decade ago. Classy. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
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SG$2,416.44 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains is powerful and muscular, opening in the glass with aromas of cassis, ripe wild blueberries, dark chocolate, rose petals, rich soil tones and smoked meats. Full-bodied, rich and muscular, it's deep and concentrated, with a serious chassis of ripe, powdery tannins, lively acids and a long, resonant finish. As usual, this is the most powerful wine in the Chevillon cellar. |
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Gard | 1 | - |
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SG$1,168.26 |
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Experience the exquisite taste of Roc Anglade Coteaux Languedoc 2022, a premier product from the heart of southern France. This splendid wine is born from a meticulous blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan grape varieties, crafted with utmost care by seasoned viticulturist, Rémy Pédréno. Roc Anglade's offerings are renowned for their terraced, unclad vineyards, where Pédréno's stringent organic practices nurture wines of exquisite elegance. The Coteaux Languedoc 2022 boasts a balanced harmony of robust fruits and delicate tannins, working its magic on the palate with every sip. With its aromatic nature, accentuated by essence of garrigue shrubs matured under the Mediterranean sun, this wine radiates a distinct finesse. The Roc Anglade Coteaux Languedoc 2022 is a testament to Pédréno's unswerving commitment to ecological stewardship and precision oenology, a promise held by each bottle. Discover the beauty of Languedoc through this enchanting elixir, a true savouring wine for any fine connoisseur. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$1,069.07 |
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Vinous (91)Inky ruby. Deeply pitched black and blue fruit aromas display very good clarity, picking up notes of star anise and smoky minerals with air. Supple and creamy on the palate, with intense blueberry and floral pastille flavors given lift by juicy acidity. Clings with strong tenacity on the smoothly tannic finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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SG$894.67 |
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Vinous (89-91)Deep ruby. Lively and complex nose exudes candied cherry, blackberry, violet, anise and spice cake. Intensely flavored and nicely detailed, offering juicy, vaguely bitter red and dark fruit flavors and complicating notes of allspice and anise. Closes with good clarity, length and an echo of licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$1,132.29 |
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Vinous (92)Dark purple. Expressive aromas of dark fruits, spicecake, garrigue and licorice. Ripe and harmonious, with a smoky quality and a medicinal touch to its plum and bitter cherry flavors. On the wild side but shows very good sweetness. Finishes with building tannins and firm grip, leaving a spicy note behind. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 88 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$790.16 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88)The 2015 Rolland de By has come together nicely since I tasted it from barrel. There is plenty of both depth and definition to the dark cherry, tobacco and grilled herb flavors. Pliant, supple and inviting, the 2015 will drink nicely for at least the next handful of years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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SG$488.15 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2018 Cotes du Rhone is 100% Syrah, sourced from the Gard (on the right bank of the Rhône) and Vinsobres (left bank, higher elevation). Violets, black olives and cassis and blueberry flavors provide terrific varietal expression in a medium to full-bodied package framed by silky tannins. Depending on your local pricing (I've seen it for as little as $12.99 or as much as $20), it should be a terrific value. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
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SG$1,231.53 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A solid red with a dense palate of ripe fruit, chewy tannins and a savory finish. This shows structure and reserve. Excellent second wine from Rauzan. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WI) |
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SG$2,114.43 |
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The Wine Independent (99)The 2019 Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge comes from terroir composed of 60% gravel and 40% clay and is a blend of around 2/3 Cabernet Sauvignon and 1/3 Merlot with a splash of Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs considerable swirling to unlock notes of blackcurrant preserves, stewed plums, and juicy blackberries, with hints of candied violets, licorice, espresso, and tapenade, plus wafts of crushed rocks and wood smoke. Full-bodied, rich, and opulent in the mouth, it has very firm, super-ripe, fine-grained tannins and bold freshness to support the voluptuous, mineral-accented fruit, finishing very long and achingly perfumed. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89-92 (VN (ST)) |
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SG$1,372.31 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-92)(a blend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot and 5% cabernet franc, as was the case with the 2003) Full ruby-red. Black fruits, violet, licorice and dark chocolate on the nose. Full, dense and sweet, with lively flavors of black raspberry and dark chocolate. Finishes with very fine tannins. The cabernet was harvested at even higher grape sugars than it was in 2003, notes Gautreau. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-91 (VN) |
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SG$1,611.89 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was picked up to 8 September and here, the malo was unfinished. This contains 50% whole bunch. The nose was a little difficult to assess because of that, though there appears to be plenty of vibrant black cherry and boysenberry fruit here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, quite fresh and harmonious with a little piquancy towards the finish. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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SG$1,870.00 |
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Introducing the Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019, an exquisite example of Burgundy's finest Pinot Noir. This wine is a product of the renowned Pierre Girardin, a young winemaker who has earned exceptional acclaim for his continued respect to terroir and tradition, whilst creating a new era of pure, precise wines that reflect their unique vineyard origins. Nestled in the Côte de Beaune region of France, these grapes are grown in calcareous clay soils, yielding a wine with depth, complexity and an intriguing minerality. Each grape is sorted manually and vinified with natural yeast in thermo-regulated tanks to preserve distinct flavours. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months, enriching it with a sophisticated layer of spicy undertones. The Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019 offers tantalising notes of ripe cherry and earthy undertones, making it an exquisite addition to any discerning palate. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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SG$1,310.00 |
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Discover the captivating Pierre Girardin Pommard Les Vaumuriens 2018, a true paragon of Burgundy's finesse. Produced by the highly reputed Pierre Girardin, it is an emblematic representation of the classic Pommard profile. Born from 35-year-old vines located in Les Vaumuriens, a premium vineyard renowned for its exceptional terroir, this wine is meticulously fermented in French oak barrels for twelve months which impart powerful yet polished tannins. This cuvée exhibits a pleasingly intense ruby hue, offering a refined bouquet of ripe red cherries and spices. Its captivating palate brims with dense, lush fruit nuances, enhanced by an opulent structure and impressive longevity. Pierre Girardin's unwavering commitment to tradition, blended with modern interpretation, make the Pommard Les Vaumuriens 2018 a truly exceptional wine, designed to delight the most discerning palates. Experience the elegant sophistication wrapped in every bottle of this superb Pinot Noir. |
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Rhone | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$695.00 |
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Vinous (92)Vivid ruby-red. Spice-accented red and blue fruits and candied flowers on the expressive nose. Juicy, open-knit raspberry and boysenberry flavors become livelier as the wine opens up. Shows very good clarity and lift on the long, smooth finish, which features supple tannins and resonating red fruit character. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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SG$2,290.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Getting more than one exclamation in the notes, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée de Mon Aïeul is a deep, rich yet vibrant red that offers a kaleidoscope of kirsch liqueur, garrigue, crushed flowers, Asian spices, and cured meats. It's more opulent and sexier than the 2010, fresher and purer than the 2007, has deep, full-bodied aromas and flavors, and a huge finish. It's a sensational, heavenly Châteauneuf-du-Pape that tops out my scale. This cuvée is 100% Grenache that was not destemmed and was aged in 20% demi-muids and the balance in concrete tanks. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | - |
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SG$455.00 |
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Experience the exquisite charm of Plaisance 2016, a world-class vintage that enthrals connoisseurs with its complex bouquet and balanced finesse. Born from the revered vineyards of Bordeaux, France, this meritorious cuvée is expertly orchestrated by the esteemed house of Château de Plaisance. Meticulously crafted by the gifted winemakers, Plaisance 2016 marries Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, maturing them in hand-selected oak barrels for a minimum of twelve months. This process elegantly enhances the wine's innate aromatics, imparting notes of ripe plum, cassis, and subtle hints of sweet vanilla with a pleasing touch of minerality. At the palate, Plaisance 2016 cascades long-lasting fruity notes juxtaposed with gentle tannins, a testament to its viticultural pedigree. Garnering high regard from various wine publications, this vintage stands its ground as one of the most lauded wines from its region, offering an unforgettable oenophilic journey. Indulge in Plaisance 2016, a divine expression of winemaking excellence. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$1,910.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Château Pontet-Canet has an extremely pure, vivacious, perfumed bouquet with crushed violets infusing the blueberry and blackberry fruit. But it is all about the detail and precision in this wine. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle grip in the mouth: lightly toasted black fruit, dried orange peel, cedar and a pinch of white pepper. This feels very cohesive and poised with just a touch of mint entering right on the finish. What a great wine from Alfred Tesseron and Jean-Michel Comme. Go grab the corkscrew now, but don't feel that this wine has to be opened for another 5-6 years. Tasted January 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$1,990.00 |
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James Suckling (99)The aromas to this are really amazing, with a potpourri of spices and dried flowers, as well as redcurrants, sweet plums and even some peaches. Full-bodied with layers of ripe fruit and ultra-fine tannins that spread across the palate in an encompassing yet always elegant and pure way. It’s succulent and unadulterated. Like crushed, perfectly ripened grapes. The length is rather endless. The tannins build. Fabulous young red. 35% in amphora and the rest in 50% new oak and 15% one-year oak. 65% cabernet sauvignon and 30% merlot, the rest cabernet franc and petit verdot. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try after 2028, but an absolute joy to taste now. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98-99 (JS) |
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SG$1,425.00 |
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James Suckling (98-99)This is integrated, with superb density and beauty, offering blackcurrant, mineral and some bark. Full-bodied, yet so polished and refined. Crushed stone. Lots of expression and texture to this wine. Creamy. Pure and precise. Elegant, yet layered. Slightly plusher than the 2019. Dense, yet agile. Fresh as always. 60% cabernet sauvignon, 32% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 4% petit verdot. 50% new oak 15% old oak and 35% concrete amphorae. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-92 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$901.00 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is one of the fruitiest Potensacs that I remember, with loads of blueberry and currants. Full and velvety. Plenty going on underneath. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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SG$1,175.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)All fruit tannins, a structured, tight wine, its acidity offering great waves of black plum juice flavors. There is great power as well as the freshness and elegance. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$4,440.00 |
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An exemplar of legendary Burgundy wines, the Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is unparalleled in viticultural elegance. Hand-crafted from old-vine, Grand Cru plots in the Corton Bressandes climat, this exquisite vintage hails from the esteemed house of Merode, a family-owned winery with a rich heritage dating back to the 19th century. Though steeped in tradition, the estate employs a combination of ancient and modern oenological techniques, sensitively marrying hand-harvesting with low-impact mechanisation. The result is this magnificent Pinot Noir, matured in French oak barrels, exuding profound nuances of ripe red fruit, harmonised with subtle oak undertones. It's characterised by a complex aromatic profile. On the palate, it reveals firm yet fine-grained tannins and extraordinary depth, with a wonderfully persistent finish. A vintage like Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is the embodiment of Burgundy's terroir, offering the discerning connoisseur a truly extraordinary drinking experience. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (JD) |
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SG$1,385.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92)I also loved the 2007 Rauzan-Ségla. It has a Château Margaux-like bouquet of sweet red and black fruits, incense, flowers, and saddle leather. A classic blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, this medium-bodied, precocious, complex effort has loads of character, resolved tannins, moderate acidity, notable balance, and a great finish. I’ve always loved the charming style of the 2007s, and this is drinking at point today yet will unquestionably keep for another decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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SG$1,555.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)I underrated the 2015 Rauzan-Ségla on release. It’s a big, rich, incredibly sexy wine that’s certainly in the same ballpark as the 2016 (and 2018). Full-bodied, ripe, and concentrated, it has a wonderfully expansive, layered texture as well as an incredible sense of balance. Lots of cassis, leafy herbs, flowery incense, and tobacco notes all emerge from this beauty, which offers sweet tannins as well as a huge finish. This is magical stuff that’s going to keep for three decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97+ (VN (AG)) |
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SG$1,810.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97+)The 2016 Rauzan-Ségla is simply stunning. Ample and generous in the glass, the 2016 is a positively stellar wine that will leave readers weak at the knees. The flavors and textures are generous as this sublime Margaux shows off its alluring personality. Sweet red cherry, plum, pomegranate, blood orange, spice and rose petal are some of the many notes that run through this absolutely exquisite wine. The 2016 is just as impressive from bottle as it was from barrel, maybe even more! Tasted three times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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SG$1,810.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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SG$2,545.00 |
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Vinous (95)Brilliant ruby. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes fresh raspberry and boysenberry, potpourri, floral oils and smoky minerals. Lively, palate-staining red and dark berry and floral pastille flavors are complicated by powerful spice and mineral notes that expand with air. Closes on a gently tannic note, showing outstanding clarity and excellent mineral-driven persistence and leaving sweet dark berry notes behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (95)About as voluptuous and sexy a la Landonne as I've tasted from Rene, the 2013 Cote Rotie la Landonne excels in the vintage and offers rock star notes of violets, black and blue fruits, olive and pepper. Full-bodied, layered, beautifully concentrated and with ripe tannin, it needs 4-5 years of cellaring and will keep for two decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$925.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (90)The 2019 La Réserve de Léoville Barton offers a mixture of red and black fruit, quite perfumed and floral, with crushed violet. The palate is well balanced, very supple, pure and elegant, leading to a delineated finish. This is lovely in an old-school way and will only need a couple of years in bottle. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2020 La Réserve de Léoville Barton has a crisp blackberry, tobacco and slight minty bouquet with impressive harmony. The palate is medium-bodied with finely-chiseled tannins, not deep or concentrated, yet showing much more precision than the La Réserves that I used to taste a decade ago. Classy. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
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SG$2,110.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains is powerful and muscular, opening in the glass with aromas of cassis, ripe wild blueberries, dark chocolate, rose petals, rich soil tones and smoked meats. Full-bodied, rich and muscular, it's deep and concentrated, with a serious chassis of ripe, powdery tannins, lively acids and a long, resonant finish. As usual, this is the most powerful wine in the Chevillon cellar. |
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Experience the exquisite taste of Roc Anglade Coteaux Languedoc 2022, a premier product from the heart of southern France. This splendid wine is born from a meticulous blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan grape varieties, crafted with utmost care by seasoned viticulturist, Rémy Pédréno. Roc Anglade's offerings are renowned for their terraced, unclad vineyards, where Pédréno's stringent organic practices nurture wines of exquisite elegance. The Coteaux Languedoc 2022 boasts a balanced harmony of robust fruits and delicate tannins, working its magic on the palate with every sip. With its aromatic nature, accentuated by essence of garrigue shrubs matured under the Mediterranean sun, this wine radiates a distinct finesse. The Roc Anglade Coteaux Languedoc 2022 is a testament to Pédréno's unswerving commitment to ecological stewardship and precision oenology, a promise held by each bottle. Discover the beauty of Languedoc through this enchanting elixir, a true savouring wine for any fine connoisseur. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$862.00 |
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Vinous (91)Inky ruby. Deeply pitched black and blue fruit aromas display very good clarity, picking up notes of star anise and smoky minerals with air. Supple and creamy on the palate, with intense blueberry and floral pastille flavors given lift by juicy acidity. Clings with strong tenacity on the smoothly tannic finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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SG$702.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)Deep ruby. Lively and complex nose exudes candied cherry, blackberry, violet, anise and spice cake. Intensely flavored and nicely detailed, offering juicy, vaguely bitter red and dark fruit flavors and complicating notes of allspice and anise. Closes with good clarity, length and an echo of licorice. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$920.00 |
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Vinous (92)Dark purple. Expressive aromas of dark fruits, spicecake, garrigue and licorice. Ripe and harmonious, with a smoky quality and a medicinal touch to its plum and bitter cherry flavors. On the wild side but shows very good sweetness. Finishes with building tannins and firm grip, leaving a spicy note behind. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 88 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$618.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88)The 2015 Rolland de By has come together nicely since I tasted it from barrel. There is plenty of both depth and definition to the dark cherry, tobacco and grilled herb flavors. Pliant, supple and inviting, the 2015 will drink nicely for at least the next handful of years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90 (WA) |
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SG$333.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2018 Cotes du Rhone is 100% Syrah, sourced from the Gard (on the right bank of the Rhône) and Vinsobres (left bank, higher elevation). Violets, black olives and cassis and blueberry flavors provide terrific varietal expression in a medium to full-bodied package framed by silky tannins. Depending on your local pricing (I've seen it for as little as $12.99 or as much as $20), it should be a terrific value. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
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James Suckling (92-93)A solid red with a dense palate of ripe fruit, chewy tannins and a savory finish. This shows structure and reserve. Excellent second wine from Rauzan. |
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The Wine Independent (99)The 2019 Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge comes from terroir composed of 60% gravel and 40% clay and is a blend of around 2/3 Cabernet Sauvignon and 1/3 Merlot with a splash of Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs considerable swirling to unlock notes of blackcurrant preserves, stewed plums, and juicy blackberries, with hints of candied violets, licorice, espresso, and tapenade, plus wafts of crushed rocks and wood smoke. Full-bodied, rich, and opulent in the mouth, it has very firm, super-ripe, fine-grained tannins and bold freshness to support the voluptuous, mineral-accented fruit, finishing very long and achingly perfumed. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89-92 (VN (ST)) |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-92)(a blend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot and 5% cabernet franc, as was the case with the 2003) Full ruby-red. Black fruits, violet, licorice and dark chocolate on the nose. Full, dense and sweet, with lively flavors of black raspberry and dark chocolate. Finishes with very fine tannins. The cabernet was harvested at even higher grape sugars than it was in 2003, notes Gautreau. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 89-91 (VN) |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was picked up to 8 September and here, the malo was unfinished. This contains 50% whole bunch. The nose was a little difficult to assess because of that, though there appears to be plenty of vibrant black cherry and boysenberry fruit here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, quite fresh and harmonious with a little piquancy towards the finish. |
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