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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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$877.23 |
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Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015 hailing from Beaujolais area of France, embodies the spirit of old-world winemaking. This sophisticated Gamay cradles the senses with its enticing floral and red fruit fragrances, a nod to its moniker 'Avalanche of Spring'. Famed winemaker Marc Delienne, renowned for his eco-centric viticulture, adopts the biodynamic approach which accentuates the wine's nuanced flavours. The grapes undergo semi-carbonic maceration, before being aged for 12 months in seasoned oak. This wine displays balanced acidity and beautifully dances on the palate with vibrant red fruits and subtle earthy undertones. Marc Delienne's commitment to terroir-driven wines and minimal interventionism allows full expression of Fleurie’s granitic terroir. Enjoy the Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015, a shining beacon of Beaujolais' finesse, which aptly mirrors the artisanal winemaking skills of Delienne's Château de Bellevue tenure. |
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Beaujolais | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$928.46 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,112.80 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$992.82 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$12,948.11 |
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Wine Spectator (100)Dark color. Black licorice, coffee, currants and black olives. Complex nose. A full-bodied, chewy blockbuster of a wine that is not giving anything at all away. It is like buried treasure still; you have to search for the gold. And it's there. Fabulous. Please give this time.--'95/'96 Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2014. 18,000 cases made. -JS |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94.0 |
Inc. GST
SG$8,385.33 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WCI) |
Inc. GST
SG$791.17 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (94)Coming along nicely, the wine is already softening, filling out, and adding layers of complexity. Rich, full-bodied, lush, silky, and fresh, the layers of deep black and red fruits feel great on your palate and in the long, showy finish. This is developing in all the right ways. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,028.83 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Marquis d'Alesme Becker leaps from the glass with gregarious notions of plum preserves, crème de cassis and Black Forest cake with hints of potpourri, star anise, menthol and tapenade. Full, rich, firm and grainy, with fantastic freshness lifting the densely packed palate, it has a long, beautifully fragrant finish. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$585.11 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,230.61 |
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James Suckling (94)Loads of dark berries and chocolate follow through to a full body. Velvety and tangy with a long finish. Lots of orange peel. Dusty texture. Better in 2017. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,310.09 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Intense blackberry and mineral character, with flowers. Full and very chewy, with beautiful fine tannins. Long depth and balanced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$4,740.19 |
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The Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 is an exquisite fine wine from the esteemed Moron-Garcia vineyard, renowned for their meticulous process of selecting and hand-picking clusters of grapes one by one. Nestled in the Côte de Beaune area of Burgundy, this prestigious winery prides itself on showcasing the unique terroir of the region. The resulting Pinot Noir is full-bodied and hearty, brimming with deep notes of ripe cherries, wild berries, and subtle hints of earthy truffles and oak. Despite its relative youth, Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 showcases a sophisticated array of tones that are at once captivating and accessible, a quality that has earned it rave reviews from wine connoisseurs worldwide. This high-level balance between vibrant fruitiness and structured intensity is what sets Moron-Garcia's special wines apart, making the Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 a significant asset to any discerning wine collector's cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,579.19 |
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Discover the exquisite Moron-Garcia Marsannay Clos du Roy 2018, a testament to meticulous winemaking emanating from the prestigious Marsannay region within Burgundy, France. Crafted by the highly respected winemaker Sebastien Moron and Patricia Garcia, this wine embodies the duo's revolutionary winemaking practices, combining traditional methods with bold innovation. Employing biodynamic practices, they handpick the grapes from the hallowed 'Clos du Roy' parcel, known for its highly valued limestone-clay soil composition. The wine undergoes meticulous selection, native yeast fermentation and prolonged ageing 'sur lie' in French oak for nuanced complexity. The resulting wine teems with an exquisite blend of blackcurrant, cherry and captivating earthy undertones. Its concentrated fruit flavours are balanced seamlessly with vibrant acidity and firm, yet silky tannins. A bewitching expression of Pinot Noir, Moron-Garcia Marsannay Clos du Roy 2018 truly signifies an experience of sensorial delight for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$9,345.66 |
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James Suckling (93)There's licorice here along with mint, some lead pencil and flowers. It's full and round displaying wonderful vanilla and plum flavors. Very silky and refined yet dense and caressing. A beauty, though it does turn a little dry, always revealing its wood. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$9,024.11 |
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Wine Advocate (88)The 1992 Mouton has fashioned a flattering, soft, opulently-styled wine with medium body, a healthy dark ruby/purple color, and a big, fragrant nose of jammy cassis, smoky oak, and roasted herbs and nuts. The wine offers a sweet, expansive mid-palate and a lush, velvety-textured finish. It is an ostentatious, flashy Mouton for drinking over the next 10-12 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$12,068.39 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 1998 Mouton Rothschild is deep garnet-brick in color with lovely crème de cassis, dried roses, hoisin and baking spice notes with underlying notions of dried cherries and mulberries plus touches of wood smoke, incense and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied and packed with rich fruit framed by firm, chewy tannins, it is stacked with complex, evolving flavors and finishes with incredibly long-lasting perfumed notes. According to winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, this needs about three hours of decanting at this stage. I simply love the place this wine is in right now, possessing plenty of mature, tertiary characters yet still sporting bags of fruit. It won’t be fading anytime soon either and should cellar nicely for 20-25+ more years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$40,388.86 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Deep garnet colored with a touch of brick, the 2000 Mouton Rothschild (composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot) boldly bursts from the glass with tantalizing Black Forest cake, dried mulberries, kirsch and blackcurrant pastilles notes plus wafts of iodine, incense, potpourri and cinnamon stick with a hint of cigar boxes. Medium to full-bodied, the palate packs in the muscular fruit, framed by firm, ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with phenomenal length. This is an incredibly complex and multifaceted wine, and it's drinking deliciously now. This said, I can’t help but feel that it is holding something back, that it still has another layer of opulence and seduction to reveal in its tight-knit fruit and solid structure. I personally can’t wait to see how this beauty will continue to unfold over the years to come. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 18.5 (JR) |
Inc. GST
SG$10,292.83 |
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Jancis Robinson (18.5)Deep crimson. Firm, strongly cassis nose. Very voluptuous texture. Appetising and beautifully balanced. Obviously Médoc. Dried out a little on the end but the contrast between the flesh of this wine and skinniness of the Margaux tasted immediately beforehand could not have been more marked. It was still fresh and clean 24 hours afterwards but had lost a little density. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,470.19 |
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Hailing from one of France's oldest wine estates, Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2017 embodies the true essence of the region. The producer, Domaine de Nalys, employs traditional techniques invigorated with modern technology to create this exquisite blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Its wine making process involves meticulous hand sorting, prolonged soaking and 18 months of aging in a variety of oak casks, resulting in a wine that brims with richness and finesse. The Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2017 exudes an impressive nose of ripe fruit and sweet spices, reverberating on the palate with layered tannins and a tantalisingly long finish. With a deep garnet red hue, this wine delivers a vibrant interplay of ripened blackberries, cherries and hints of earthiness. The 2017 vintage notably enhances its inherent complexity and structure, promising excellent evolution in the years to come. A veritable crown jewel of the Rhône Valley. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,579.19 |
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The Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018 stands as an epitome of the renowned Vin-gastronomie of Southern Rhône. Masterfully crafted by Château de Nalys, it brilliantly captures the nuances of a combination of 13 noble grape varieties, each cultivated in three distinct terroirs of the Nalys estate. The maturation process included 12 months in French oak foudres, enhancing its complexity and depth. The result showcases a striking, rubescent-hued wine, imbued with layers of ripe black cherries, rich dark chocolate, and sun-drenched Provençal herbs. An irresistible hint of black truffle provides the finishing touch, indicative of this celebrated region. As the first vintage released under the Guigal family's management, a guarantee of quality and authenticity, the Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018 is an oenophile’s delight. Its considerable structure and enduring finish make it a perfect companion to well-seasoned, robust cuisines. A truly fine example of the fusion of time-honoured production and modern winemaking brilliance. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$3,344.99 |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,532.94 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (BH) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,138.49 |
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Burghound (93-95)Very ripe aromas of cassis, black berry liqueur, violet and anise precede the equally broad-shouldered flavors that also coat the palate with dry extract on the powerful, hugely long and very serious finish that is shaped by a markedly firm tannic spine. This is a buy and forget you own it wine as I would suggest not touching a bottle for at least 10 years. With that said, this is most impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,344.84 |
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Indulge in the world-class elegance of Olivier 1990, a majestic Bordeaux from France's esteemed Château Olivier. As a trusted steward of tradition, Château Olivier is famed for creating nuanced, multi-dimensional wines that exhibit the rich character of Bordeaux's terroir. The 1990 vintage celebrates the pinnacle of their craftsmanship - a legendary year for winemaking in the region, yielding wines of extraordinary concentration and longevity. The Olivier 1990 is typified by its depth and complexity - layers of ripe black fruits, truffles, and tobacco harmonising in a symphony of flavours. Remarkable tannic structure and a vibrant acidity offer an impeccably balanced palate. Matured for 18 months in oak barrels, this wine reveals intricate undertones of cocoa and spices that enrich the textural richness. Framed by the ethereal elegance of its Pessac-Léognan appellation, the Olivier 1990 remains an unparalleled example of long-lived Bordeaux, testament to its superior vintage. Immerse in the pure sophistication of this revered quaff, each sip promising a journey to the heart of Château Olivier's legacy. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$4,735.88 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Pape Clement comes wafting sensuously from the glass with fragrant notions of dried roses, Chinese five spice and sandalwood over a core of kirsch, warm cassis and plum preserves plus a touch of cedar chest. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is finely crafted with a firm line of ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the perfumed fruit through the incredibly long finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,789.69 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2011 Pape Clement, a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, was aged 18 months in new French oak before being bottled unfiltered. Absolutely profound, with a complex bouquet of mulberries, black cherries, black currants, graphite and subtle smoke and burning ember-like aromas, this is a true super-star of the vintage. It represents a remarkable achievement by the winemaking team of Bernard Magrez. Full-bodied, rich and multidimensional, this wine clearly transcends the entire vintage. It should age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,335.83 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Pape made a very finely crafted and elegant wine this vintage, with plenty of berry, spice and earth character. Medium-bodied. Savory and lightly spicy on the finish. Creamy tannins. |
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Rhone | 6 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$830.49 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Suave, mineral-accented scents of ripe blueberry, black currant and Indian spices, along with a slowly emerging floral component. Plush, broad and deeply concentrated, displaying black and blue fruit, licorice and mocha flavors that are energized by an intense, peppery overtone. Finishes extremely long, fleshy and sweet, delivering intense mineral thrust, a subtle cracked pepper nuance and youthful, building tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,292.91 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Superripe and almost jammy. Very New World on the nose but impressive; Bordeaux-like on the palate. Berries, raspberries and strawberries. Hint of wood. Full-bodied, with ripe and round tannins and a long finish. Chewy. Got to like this. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,046.98 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92)Opaque black-ruby. More brooding aromas of blackberry, cassis, licorice and smoky oak, plus stony and mineral nuances; slight hint of exotic fruits. Lower-pitched than the '97, but with penetrating flavor and terrific vivacity. A floral note and a suggestion of chalky terroir contribute to the wine complexity. Finishes with firm but even tannins. Showing considerably more fruit complexity and personality than last year, when I tasted this wine in its several components. Thienpont expected to lightly fine this wine but not to filter it. Should age slowly and gracefully. |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$686.00 |
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Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015 hailing from Beaujolais area of France, embodies the spirit of old-world winemaking. This sophisticated Gamay cradles the senses with its enticing floral and red fruit fragrances, a nod to its moniker 'Avalanche of Spring'. Famed winemaker Marc Delienne, renowned for his eco-centric viticulture, adopts the biodynamic approach which accentuates the wine's nuanced flavours. The grapes undergo semi-carbonic maceration, before being aged for 12 months in seasoned oak. This wine displays balanced acidity and beautifully dances on the palate with vibrant red fruits and subtle earthy undertones. Marc Delienne's commitment to terroir-driven wines and minimal interventionism allows full expression of Fleurie’s granitic terroir. Enjoy the Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015, a shining beacon of Beaujolais' finesse, which aptly mirrors the artisanal winemaking skills of Delienne's Château de Bellevue tenure. |
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Beaujolais | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$733.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$914.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$796.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$11,780.00 |
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Wine Spectator (100)Dark color. Black licorice, coffee, currants and black olives. Complex nose. A full-bodied, chewy blockbuster of a wine that is not giving anything at all away. It is like buried treasure still; you have to search for the gold. And it's there. Fabulous. Please give this time.--'95/'96 Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2014. 18,000 cases made. -JS |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94.0 |
In Bond
SG$7,590.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WCI) |
In Bond
SG$611.00 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (94)Coming along nicely, the wine is already softening, filling out, and adding layers of complexity. Rich, full-bodied, lush, silky, and fresh, the layers of deep black and red fruits feel great on your palate and in the long, showy finish. This is developing in all the right ways. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$833.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Marquis d'Alesme Becker leaps from the glass with gregarious notions of plum preserves, crème de cassis and Black Forest cake with hints of potpourri, star anise, menthol and tapenade. Full, rich, firm and grainy, with fantastic freshness lifting the densely packed palate, it has a long, beautifully fragrant finish. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | - |
In Bond
SG$418.00 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,030.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Loads of dark berries and chocolate follow through to a full body. Velvety and tangy with a long finish. Lots of orange peel. Dusty texture. Better in 2017. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,095.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Intense blackberry and mineral character, with flowers. Full and very chewy, with beautiful fine tannins. Long depth and balanced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$4,230.00 |
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The Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 is an exquisite fine wine from the esteemed Moron-Garcia vineyard, renowned for their meticulous process of selecting and hand-picking clusters of grapes one by one. Nestled in the Côte de Beaune area of Burgundy, this prestigious winery prides itself on showcasing the unique terroir of the region. The resulting Pinot Noir is full-bodied and hearty, brimming with deep notes of ripe cherries, wild berries, and subtle hints of earthy truffles and oak. Despite its relative youth, Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 showcases a sophisticated array of tones that are at once captivating and accessible, a quality that has earned it rave reviews from wine connoisseurs worldwide. This high-level balance between vibrant fruitiness and structured intensity is what sets Moron-Garcia's special wines apart, making the Moron-Garcia Corton Baie Par Baie 2018 a significant asset to any discerning wine collector's cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,330.00 |
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Discover the exquisite Moron-Garcia Marsannay Clos du Roy 2018, a testament to meticulous winemaking emanating from the prestigious Marsannay region within Burgundy, France. Crafted by the highly respected winemaker Sebastien Moron and Patricia Garcia, this wine embodies the duo's revolutionary winemaking practices, combining traditional methods with bold innovation. Employing biodynamic practices, they handpick the grapes from the hallowed 'Clos du Roy' parcel, known for its highly valued limestone-clay soil composition. The wine undergoes meticulous selection, native yeast fermentation and prolonged ageing 'sur lie' in French oak for nuanced complexity. The resulting wine teems with an exquisite blend of blackcurrant, cherry and captivating earthy undertones. Its concentrated fruit flavours are balanced seamlessly with vibrant acidity and firm, yet silky tannins. A bewitching expression of Pinot Noir, Moron-Garcia Marsannay Clos du Roy 2018 truly signifies an experience of sensorial delight for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$8,475.00 |
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James Suckling (93)There's licorice here along with mint, some lead pencil and flowers. It's full and round displaying wonderful vanilla and plum flavors. Very silky and refined yet dense and caressing. A beauty, though it does turn a little dry, always revealing its wood. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$8,180.00 |
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Wine Advocate (88)The 1992 Mouton has fashioned a flattering, soft, opulently-styled wine with medium body, a healthy dark ruby/purple color, and a big, fragrant nose of jammy cassis, smoky oak, and roasted herbs and nuts. The wine offers a sweet, expansive mid-palate and a lush, velvety-textured finish. It is an ostentatious, flashy Mouton for drinking over the next 10-12 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$10,965.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 1998 Mouton Rothschild is deep garnet-brick in color with lovely crème de cassis, dried roses, hoisin and baking spice notes with underlying notions of dried cherries and mulberries plus touches of wood smoke, incense and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied and packed with rich fruit framed by firm, chewy tannins, it is stacked with complex, evolving flavors and finishes with incredibly long-lasting perfumed notes. According to winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, this needs about three hours of decanting at this stage. I simply love the place this wine is in right now, possessing plenty of mature, tertiary characters yet still sporting bags of fruit. It won’t be fading anytime soon either and should cellar nicely for 20-25+ more years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$36,955.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Deep garnet colored with a touch of brick, the 2000 Mouton Rothschild (composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot) boldly bursts from the glass with tantalizing Black Forest cake, dried mulberries, kirsch and blackcurrant pastilles notes plus wafts of iodine, incense, potpourri and cinnamon stick with a hint of cigar boxes. Medium to full-bodied, the palate packs in the muscular fruit, framed by firm, ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with phenomenal length. This is an incredibly complex and multifaceted wine, and it's drinking deliciously now. This said, I can’t help but feel that it is holding something back, that it still has another layer of opulence and seduction to reveal in its tight-knit fruit and solid structure. I personally can’t wait to see how this beauty will continue to unfold over the years to come. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 18.5 (JR) |
In Bond
SG$9,340.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18.5)Deep crimson. Firm, strongly cassis nose. Very voluptuous texture. Appetising and beautifully balanced. Obviously Médoc. Dried out a little on the end but the contrast between the flesh of this wine and skinniness of the Margaux tasted immediately beforehand could not have been more marked. It was still fresh and clean 24 hours afterwards but had lost a little density. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,230.00 |
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Hailing from one of France's oldest wine estates, Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2017 embodies the true essence of the region. The producer, Domaine de Nalys, employs traditional techniques invigorated with modern technology to create this exquisite blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Its wine making process involves meticulous hand sorting, prolonged soaking and 18 months of aging in a variety of oak casks, resulting in a wine that brims with richness and finesse. The Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2017 exudes an impressive nose of ripe fruit and sweet spices, reverberating on the palate with layered tannins and a tantalisingly long finish. With a deep garnet red hue, this wine delivers a vibrant interplay of ripened blackberries, cherries and hints of earthiness. The 2017 vintage notably enhances its inherent complexity and structure, promising excellent evolution in the years to come. A veritable crown jewel of the Rhône Valley. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,330.00 |
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The Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018 stands as an epitome of the renowned Vin-gastronomie of Southern Rhône. Masterfully crafted by Château de Nalys, it brilliantly captures the nuances of a combination of 13 noble grape varieties, each cultivated in three distinct terroirs of the Nalys estate. The maturation process included 12 months in French oak foudres, enhancing its complexity and depth. The result showcases a striking, rubescent-hued wine, imbued with layers of ripe black cherries, rich dark chocolate, and sun-drenched Provençal herbs. An irresistible hint of black truffle provides the finishing touch, indicative of this celebrated region. As the first vintage released under the Guigal family's management, a guarantee of quality and authenticity, the Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018 is an oenophile’s delight. Its considerable structure and enduring finish make it a perfect companion to well-seasoned, robust cuisines. A truly fine example of the fusion of time-honoured production and modern winemaking brilliance. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - |
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SG$2,950.00 |
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SG$2,205.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (BH) |
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SG$1,855.00 |
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Burghound (93-95)Very ripe aromas of cassis, black berry liqueur, violet and anise precede the equally broad-shouldered flavors that also coat the palate with dry extract on the powerful, hugely long and very serious finish that is shaped by a markedly firm tannic spine. This is a buy and forget you own it wine as I would suggest not touching a bottle for at least 10 years. With that said, this is most impressive. |
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SG$1,115.00 |
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Indulge in the world-class elegance of Olivier 1990, a majestic Bordeaux from France's esteemed Château Olivier. As a trusted steward of tradition, Château Olivier is famed for creating nuanced, multi-dimensional wines that exhibit the rich character of Bordeaux's terroir. The 1990 vintage celebrates the pinnacle of their craftsmanship - a legendary year for winemaking in the region, yielding wines of extraordinary concentration and longevity. The Olivier 1990 is typified by its depth and complexity - layers of ripe black fruits, truffles, and tobacco harmonising in a symphony of flavours. Remarkable tannic structure and a vibrant acidity offer an impeccably balanced palate. Matured for 18 months in oak barrels, this wine reveals intricate undertones of cocoa and spices that enrich the textural richness. Framed by the ethereal elegance of its Pessac-Léognan appellation, the Olivier 1990 remains an unparalleled example of long-lived Bordeaux, testament to its superior vintage. Immerse in the pure sophistication of this revered quaff, each sip promising a journey to the heart of Château Olivier's legacy. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$4,230.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Pape Clement comes wafting sensuously from the glass with fragrant notions of dried roses, Chinese five spice and sandalwood over a core of kirsch, warm cassis and plum preserves plus a touch of cedar chest. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is finely crafted with a firm line of ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the perfumed fruit through the incredibly long finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,535.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2011 Pape Clement, a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, was aged 18 months in new French oak before being bottled unfiltered. Absolutely profound, with a complex bouquet of mulberries, black cherries, black currants, graphite and subtle smoke and burning ember-like aromas, this is a true super-star of the vintage. It represents a remarkable achievement by the winemaking team of Bernard Magrez. Full-bodied, rich and multidimensional, this wine clearly transcends the entire vintage. It should age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
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SG$2,040.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Pape made a very finely crafted and elegant wine this vintage, with plenty of berry, spice and earth character. Medium-bodied. Savory and lightly spicy on the finish. Creamy tannins. |
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Rhone | 6 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$655.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Suave, mineral-accented scents of ripe blueberry, black currant and Indian spices, along with a slowly emerging floral component. Plush, broad and deeply concentrated, displaying black and blue fruit, licorice and mocha flavors that are energized by an intense, peppery overtone. Finishes extremely long, fleshy and sweet, delivering intense mineral thrust, a subtle cracked pepper nuance and youthful, building tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-100 (WS) |
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SG$4,745.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Superripe and almost jammy. Very New World on the nose but impressive; Bordeaux-like on the palate. Berries, raspberries and strawberries. Hint of wood. Full-bodied, with ripe and round tannins and a long finish. Chewy. Got to like this. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ST)) |
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SG$1,775.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92)Opaque black-ruby. More brooding aromas of blackberry, cassis, licorice and smoky oak, plus stony and mineral nuances; slight hint of exotic fruits. Lower-pitched than the '97, but with penetrating flavor and terrific vivacity. A floral note and a suggestion of chalky terroir contribute to the wine complexity. Finishes with firm but even tannins. Showing considerably more fruit complexity and personality than last year, when I tasted this wine in its several components. Thienpont expected to lightly fine this wine but not to filter it. Should age slowly and gracefully. |
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