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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James Suckling (98)
Super aromas of nutmeg, cloves and dried flowers with plums and blackberries. Subtle yet so complex. Full-bodied, tight and integrated with ultra-fine tannins and a beautiful finish. Lasts for minutes. Very, very Cos. Harmony. Texturally marvellous. Drink in 2024.Inc. GSTSG$1,998.47 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is a very refined, polished Cos with superb finesse and length. Medium-to full-bodied, very fine and persistent. Really long with beautiful tannins. Rich, but fresh and linear. Yet, the alcohol is around 13.5%. 62% cabernet and 38% merlot.Inc. GSTSG$1,802.27 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)
One of the finest wines to ever pass my lips, the 2022 Château Cos D'Estournel is a monument in the making. Based on 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this saturated ruby/purple-hued Saint-Estèphe offers a full-bodied, massive, opulent style as well as perfumed red, blue, and black fruits, ample spice, chocolate, graphite, and lead pencil-like aromatics, a stacked mid-palate, flawless balance, and a monster of a finish. An improved version of the 2009 (if that's possible), this is a legendary wine in the making. Hats off to Michel Reybier and technical director Dominique Arangoïts.Inc. GSTSG$2,250.20 -
James Suckling (98-99)
The finesse is pretty phenomenal here, with such complexity of fruit and vivid, bright flowers. Lavender and rose. Seductive. Ever-so long and precise. Lead pencil and graphite. Reminiscent of old, great Cos, such as 1955 or 1982, but with so much more form and modernity. A renaissance of Cos. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot, 1% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot.Inc. GSTSG$1,348.77 -
James Suckling (95-96)
This is really tannic and muscular for d’Armailhac. Perhaps the most powerful ever. Full and chewy yet balanced and polished. Very, very impressive. Greatest ever?Inc. GSTSG$790.75 -
James Suckling (93-94)
A fresh, layered red with blackberry and chocolate. It’s full and beautiful. Cool finish. Soft tannins spread across the finish. Savory.Inc. GSTSG$744.99 -
The Wine Independent (93-95)
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 d'Armailhac sings of black raspberries, wild strawberries, and tilled soil with hints of dried herbs and wet slate. The medium-bodied palate is lively and elegantly styled, with plush tannins supporting delicate red and black fruit layers, culminating in a well-sustained finish. Very impressive! The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon (the highest ever percentage for d'Armailhac), 15% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, with pH 3.75. The alcohol is 13.5%.Inc. GSTSG$444.07 -
James Suckling (96-97)
The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH.Inc. GSTSG$489.85 -
(3x150cl) 2023James Suckling (94-95)
The blackberries and blackcurrants show through beautifully, together with very integrated tannins. Dense and textured. Transparent. Graphite coming through. Second wine of Montrose. 61% merlot, 32% cabernet sauvignon, 5% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc.Expected Price RangeSG$256 - SG$304 -
The David Duband Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru 2018 is a remarkable expression of meticulous winemaking and superb terroir, crafted in the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits region. With a staunch commitment to biodynamic viticulture, Duband has thrived in this intricate dance with nature since 1991. This Grand Cru reveals layered flavours, with a hint of forest floor and black fruits, intricately woven around a core of fine-grained tannins. Savour the elegance of its silky texture, the sophistication of its balanced acidity, length and minerality. The David Duband Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru 2018 undergoes a whole-cluster fermentation, enhancing its aromatic complexity and elegance. Aged in French oak for 14 months, 30% new, this wine exemplifies seamless precision, showcasing the winemaker's affinity for finesse. This bottle is a distinguished testament to David Duband's interpretation of fine Burgundian Pinot Noir.
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Exemplifying the mastery of winemaking, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 captivates the palate with its perfect blend of power and finesse. Hailing from Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, France, this boutique vintage was skilfully crafted by renowned winemaker David Duband. Produced from old vines, aged up to 90 years, the process involves natural fermentation and limited oak influence, preserving the raw expression of the terroir.
The wine presents an enchanting ruby hue and carries a mesmerising bouquet of lustrous black and red fruits. With subtle hints of spice, it is a fine culinary companion, perfect with haute-cuisine dishes. An epitome of Duband's philosophy of 'hands-off' winemaking, every drop conveys the rich history of the vineyard, from its centuries-old soil to its traditional French winemaking methods. Truly, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 is an unparalleled experience in every chalice.
Inc. GSTSG$2,023.56 -
The David Duband Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is a sublime expression of elegance and terroir-focused viticulture. Nestled in the illustrious Burgundy wine region of France, these precious, carefully-tended vines yield a stellar vintage. The wine's rich, sumptuous quality is testament to Duband's precision and passion. This Grand Cru reveals itself with a deep ruby robe, powerful aromas of ripe red fruits and delicate traces of sweet spice. On the palate, it demonstrates a beautiful balance of robust structure and soft tannins. The meticulous ageing in finely grained French oak barrels imbues subtle smoky nuances, enhancing the wine's infinite complexity. This exquisite sip will continue to evolve, making the David Duband Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 an investment worthy of the most discerning collectors. Draw a cork and be transported to the verdant vineyards of Latricières-Chambertin, a pleasing symphony of authenticity, brilliance and harmony.
Inc. GSTSG$2,631.70 -
The David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers 2020 is an exemplary wine of grandeur from the French region of Burgundy. Born from the rich terroir of Nuits-Saint-Georges, each grape is hand-picked at its peak. The rigorous selection process followed by David Duband ensures that only the finest Pinot Noir grapes are utilised.
Respectful towards natural wine-making approaches, David Duband employs minimal barrel ageing, limiting new oak to 30%. This showcases the wine's intrinsic bouquet of wild berries, cherry, and liquored plum. The palate experiences an elegant tapestry of spice, layered complexity and sturdy tannins, underpinned by an enduring mineral freshness.
David Duband, renowned for his stylistic evolution towards purity and elegance, makes wines emulating true Burgundian character. The David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers 2020, a testimony to his refined craftsmanship, promises exceptional ageing potential and an unrivalled tasting journey.
Inc. GSTSG$1,102.51 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2017 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a harmonious bouquet with ample ripe Morello cherry, strawberry and raspberry preserve aromas, a hint of vanilla in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, a little more compact than the Les Perrières and with more girth towards the grippy finish. As such, give this more bottle age because it is a fine Beaune Grèves.Inc. GSTSG$835.46 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
One third whole bunch and 15% new wood. No great depth of colour, but an attractive medium depth of cherry and raspberry fruit. The soil retains the water here, which is nowadays a good thing. Shows a bit of oak at the back in this early stage, but the fruit retains its fresh and bright qualities. Tasted: October 2020Inc. GSTSG$850.75 -
Vinous (83-85)
The 2021 Bourgogne Rouge, which sees no new wood, has a light raspberry and cranberry-scented bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly green entry, moderate depth and a piquant finish.Inc. GSTSG$590.13 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru has one-third whole bunch. It has a precise bouquet and very pure with ebullient red fruit laced with crushed stone. Wonderful focus. The palate is medium-bodied with silky smooth tannins, fine depth and cohesion, well-integrated oak with dark fruit and brown spices emerging towads the persistent finish. Excellent. Closure: DiamInc. GSTSG$2,288.35 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2013 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru, which was two-third whole-cluster fruit, has a well-defined bouquet with very fine mineralité. These aromatics just speak of class. The palate is medium-bodied with fresh and supple tannins, finely-tuned acidity and commendable precision on the finish. This is a refined and sophisticated Clos du Roi in the making and one of de Montille's standouts of 2013.Inc. GSTSG$2,056.26 -
Vinous (91)
The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has quite a lot of oak on the nose, although it seems in sync with the redcurrant and cranberry fruit underneath. It is fragrant and become increasingly floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of red fruit and impressive mineralité. This is one of the most terroir-driven Cortons of the vintage, presumably its limestone soils are expressed on the finish. Promising. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting.Inc. GSTSG$1,732.45 -
Vinous (93)
The 2017 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a complex nose of dark berry fruit mixed with touches of meat juice and spicebox, slightly musky, with neatly integrated oak. The poised palate offers grainy tannins, crisp and crunchy red berry fruit laced with orange peel, and gentle grip toward a finely proportioned finish that lingers beautifully. Bon vin. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.Inc. GSTSG$1,723.81 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru includes two-thirds whole bunch this year, and it is very well integrated into the blackberry and raspberry fruit. There is fine detail here. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannins, quite focused and full of tension. The detailed, saline, white-pepper-tinged finish lingers in the mouth. Recommended.Inc. GSTSG$1,985.41 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a clean, precise bouquet of red cherry and wild strawberry aromas, nicely focused, with pressed iris petals emerging with time. The palate is very well balanced, the two-thirds whole cluster well integrated, with a persistent and very elegant finish. This is how to make a Clos du Roi.Inc. GSTSG$1,783.76 -
Vinous (91-93)
(from the north side of Pommard above Les Grands Epenots on active limestone soil; vinified with one-third whole clusters and aged in one-third new oak): Good dark red. Tight aromas of black cherry, redcurrant and rust (there's a bit of iron in the soil here as well), lifted by a floral quality. Savory and fine-grained, with red berry flavors enlivened by saline minerality. Not a big wine but offers an attractive blend of sweet, savory and acidic elements. This minerally, salty wine finishes with big, mouth-dusting tannins.Inc. GSTSG$1,167.91 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has a more detailed, purer bouquet compared to Les Grands Epenots, offering vivacious dark cherry, raspberry and pomegranate notes and good mineralité. The palate is medium-bodied with fine definition and finer tannins, and the calcaire soils plus the 30% whole cluster lend real definition and personality on the finish. Excellent.Inc. GSTSG$1,255.11 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has one of the most attractive aromatics amongst de Montille's reds with lively black plum and mulberry fruit, damp undergrowth and light tobacco scents. The palate is well balanced with fine tannins, taut and focused with a little more fruit on the finish compared to other cuvées. Very fine.Inc. GSTSG$1,585.30 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru has a slightly chalky nose, a mélange of red and black fruit and touches of undergrowth and autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins, crisp and focused, quite elegant towards the finish with a long aftertaste. I can see this evolving over the long term.Inc. GSTSG$2,004.95 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru includes 50% whole cluster and has a much more floral bouquet than the Mitans, with wilted rose petal percolating through the red fruit. The well-balanced palate is tannic on the entry. The brisk, terse finish indicates that it is in for the long haul. I like the salinity here. A rather uncompromising but satisfying/challenging Volnay.Inc. GSTSG$1,233.31 -
Wine Advocate (89-90)
The de Montille 2005 Volnay Mitans displays a lovely nose of ripe cherry and flowers with an iodine mineral-medicinal note that, together with fruit skin tartness, follows on a highly-concentrated, impressively-layered, finely-tannic palate, with raw meat, floral and mineral suggestions dominating over any sweetness of fruit. The tightly wound finish here is smoky, pungent and subtly bitter. In two or three years one would be able to glean a clearer notion of this wine’s ultimate personality.Inc. GSTSG$2,334.21 -
Vinous (91-93)
(two-thirds whole clusters; one-third new oak; the sand on top of the limestone here typically yields relatively soft tannins, according to winemaker Brian Sieve): Good dark red. Cool black cherry aroma lifted by a stony quality. A step above the preceding samples in both juiciness and finesse; in fact, a real high-wire act of captivating sweetness and bright acidity. Very fine-grained, serious wine with excellent grip and length. These 45-year-old vines avoided the frost but yielded very little fruit, as they were very sensitive to rain and wind during the flowering.Inc. GSTSG$1,214.81 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole cluster and underwent one of the earliest malolactics, finishing by January 2019. It has a mixture of red and black fruit tinged with brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, the whole cluster so well integrated that you would guess it contained far less. The elegant finish is tinged with bay leaf and white pepper notes. Excellent.Inc. GSTSG$1,263.86
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James Suckling (98)
Super aromas of nutmeg, cloves and dried flowers with plums and blackberries. Subtle yet so complex. Full-bodied, tight and integrated with ultra-fine tannins and a beautiful finish. Lasts for minutes. Very, very Cos. Harmony. Texturally marvellous. Drink in 2024.In BondSG$1,780.00 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is a very refined, polished Cos with superb finesse and length. Medium-to full-bodied, very fine and persistent. Really long with beautiful tannins. Rich, but fresh and linear. Yet, the alcohol is around 13.5%. 62% cabernet and 38% merlot.In BondSG$1,600.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)
One of the finest wines to ever pass my lips, the 2022 Château Cos D'Estournel is a monument in the making. Based on 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this saturated ruby/purple-hued Saint-Estèphe offers a full-bodied, massive, opulent style as well as perfumed red, blue, and black fruits, ample spice, chocolate, graphite, and lead pencil-like aromatics, a stacked mid-palate, flawless balance, and a monster of a finish. An improved version of the 2009 (if that's possible), this is a legendary wine in the making. Hats off to Michel Reybier and technical director Dominique Arangoïts.In BondSG$2,005.00 -
James Suckling (98-99)
The finesse is pretty phenomenal here, with such complexity of fruit and vivid, bright flowers. Lavender and rose. Seductive. Ever-so long and precise. Lead pencil and graphite. Reminiscent of old, great Cos, such as 1955 or 1982, but with so much more form and modernity. A renaissance of Cos. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot, 1% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot.In BondSG$1,178.00 -
James Suckling (95-96)
This is really tannic and muscular for d’Armailhac. Perhaps the most powerful ever. Full and chewy yet balanced and polished. Very, very impressive. Greatest ever?In BondSG$672.00 -
James Suckling (93-94)
A fresh, layered red with blackberry and chocolate. It’s full and beautiful. Cool finish. Soft tannins spread across the finish. Savory.In BondSG$632.00 -
The Wine Independent (93-95)
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 d'Armailhac sings of black raspberries, wild strawberries, and tilled soil with hints of dried herbs and wet slate. The medium-bodied palate is lively and elegantly styled, with plush tannins supporting delicate red and black fruit layers, culminating in a well-sustained finish. Very impressive! The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon (the highest ever percentage for d'Armailhac), 15% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, with pH 3.75. The alcohol is 13.5%.In BondSG$348.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH.In BondSG$390.00 -
(3x150cl) 2023
James Suckling (94-95)
The blackberries and blackcurrants show through beautifully, together with very integrated tannins. Dense and textured. Transparent. Graphite coming through. Second wine of Montrose. 61% merlot, 32% cabernet sauvignon, 5% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc.Expected Price RangeSG$256 - SG$304 -
The David Duband Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru 2018 is a remarkable expression of meticulous winemaking and superb terroir, crafted in the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits region. With a staunch commitment to biodynamic viticulture, Duband has thrived in this intricate dance with nature since 1991. This Grand Cru reveals layered flavours, with a hint of forest floor and black fruits, intricately woven around a core of fine-grained tannins. Savour the elegance of its silky texture, the sophistication of its balanced acidity, length and minerality. The David Duband Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru 2018 undergoes a whole-cluster fermentation, enhancing its aromatic complexity and elegance. Aged in French oak for 14 months, 30% new, this wine exemplifies seamless precision, showcasing the winemaker's affinity for finesse. This bottle is a distinguished testament to David Duband's interpretation of fine Burgundian Pinot Noir.
In BondSG$2,055.00 -
Exemplifying the mastery of winemaking, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 captivates the palate with its perfect blend of power and finesse. Hailing from Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, France, this boutique vintage was skilfully crafted by renowned winemaker David Duband. Produced from old vines, aged up to 90 years, the process involves natural fermentation and limited oak influence, preserving the raw expression of the terroir.
The wine presents an enchanting ruby hue and carries a mesmerising bouquet of lustrous black and red fruits. With subtle hints of spice, it is a fine culinary companion, perfect with haute-cuisine dishes. An epitome of Duband's philosophy of 'hands-off' winemaking, every drop conveys the rich history of the vineyard, from its centuries-old soil to its traditional French winemaking methods. Truly, the David Duband Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 is an unparalleled experience in every chalice.
In BondSG$1,805.00 -
The David Duband Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is a sublime expression of elegance and terroir-focused viticulture. Nestled in the illustrious Burgundy wine region of France, these precious, carefully-tended vines yield a stellar vintage. The wine's rich, sumptuous quality is testament to Duband's precision and passion. This Grand Cru reveals itself with a deep ruby robe, powerful aromas of ripe red fruits and delicate traces of sweet spice. On the palate, it demonstrates a beautiful balance of robust structure and soft tannins. The meticulous ageing in finely grained French oak barrels imbues subtle smoky nuances, enhancing the wine's infinite complexity. This exquisite sip will continue to evolve, making the David Duband Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 an investment worthy of the most discerning collectors. Draw a cork and be transported to the verdant vineyards of Latricières-Chambertin, a pleasing symphony of authenticity, brilliance and harmony.
In BondSG$2,355.00 -
The David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers 2020 is an exemplary wine of grandeur from the French region of Burgundy. Born from the rich terroir of Nuits-Saint-Georges, each grape is hand-picked at its peak. The rigorous selection process followed by David Duband ensures that only the finest Pinot Noir grapes are utilised.
Respectful towards natural wine-making approaches, David Duband employs minimal barrel ageing, limiting new oak to 30%. This showcases the wine's intrinsic bouquet of wild berries, cherry, and liquored plum. The palate experiences an elegant tapestry of spice, layered complexity and sturdy tannins, underpinned by an enduring mineral freshness.
David Duband, renowned for his stylistic evolution towards purity and elegance, makes wines emulating true Burgundian character. The David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers 2020, a testimony to his refined craftsmanship, promises exceptional ageing potential and an unrivalled tasting journey.
In BondSG$960.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2017 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a harmonious bouquet with ample ripe Morello cherry, strawberry and raspberry preserve aromas, a hint of vanilla in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, a little more compact than the Les Perrières and with more girth towards the grippy finish. As such, give this more bottle age because it is a fine Beaune Grèves.In BondSG$715.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (90-92)
One third whole bunch and 15% new wood. No great depth of colour, but an attractive medium depth of cherry and raspberry fruit. The soil retains the water here, which is nowadays a good thing. Shows a bit of oak at the back in this early stage, but the fruit retains its fresh and bright qualities. Tasted: October 2020In BondSG$731.00 -
Vinous (83-85)
The 2021 Bourgogne Rouge, which sees no new wood, has a light raspberry and cranberry-scented bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly green entry, moderate depth and a piquant finish.In BondSG$482.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru has one-third whole bunch. It has a precise bouquet and very pure with ebullient red fruit laced with crushed stone. Wonderful focus. The palate is medium-bodied with silky smooth tannins, fine depth and cohesion, well-integrated oak with dark fruit and brown spices emerging towads the persistent finish. Excellent. Closure: DiamIn BondSG$2,040.00 -
Wine Advocate (92-94)
The 2013 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru, which was two-third whole-cluster fruit, has a well-defined bouquet with very fine mineralité. These aromatics just speak of class. The palate is medium-bodied with fresh and supple tannins, finely-tuned acidity and commendable precision on the finish. This is a refined and sophisticated Clos du Roi in the making and one of de Montille's standouts of 2013.In BondSG$1,835.00 -
Vinous (91)
The 2016 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has quite a lot of oak on the nose, although it seems in sync with the redcurrant and cranberry fruit underneath. It is fragrant and become increasingly floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of red fruit and impressive mineralité. This is one of the most terroir-driven Cortons of the vintage, presumably its limestone soils are expressed on the finish. Promising. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting.In BondSG$1,530.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2017 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a complex nose of dark berry fruit mixed with touches of meat juice and spicebox, slightly musky, with neatly integrated oak. The poised palate offers grainy tannins, crisp and crunchy red berry fruit laced with orange peel, and gentle grip toward a finely proportioned finish that lingers beautifully. Bon vin. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.In BondSG$1,530.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru includes two-thirds whole bunch this year, and it is very well integrated into the blackberry and raspberry fruit. There is fine detail here. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannins, quite focused and full of tension. The detailed, saline, white-pepper-tinged finish lingers in the mouth. Recommended.In BondSG$1,770.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2019 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru has a clean, precise bouquet of red cherry and wild strawberry aromas, nicely focused, with pressed iris petals emerging with time. The palate is very well balanced, the two-thirds whole cluster well integrated, with a persistent and very elegant finish. This is how to make a Clos du Roi.In BondSG$1,585.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
(from the north side of Pommard above Les Grands Epenots on active limestone soil; vinified with one-third whole clusters and aged in one-third new oak): Good dark red. Tight aromas of black cherry, redcurrant and rust (there's a bit of iron in the soil here as well), lifted by a floral quality. Savory and fine-grained, with red berry flavors enlivened by saline minerality. Not a big wine but offers an attractive blend of sweet, savory and acidic elements. This minerally, salty wine finishes with big, mouth-dusting tannins.In BondSG$1,020.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has a more detailed, purer bouquet compared to Les Grands Epenots, offering vivacious dark cherry, raspberry and pomegranate notes and good mineralité. The palate is medium-bodied with fine definition and finer tannins, and the calcaire soils plus the 30% whole cluster lend real definition and personality on the finish. Excellent.In BondSG$1,100.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2021 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has one of the most attractive aromatics amongst de Montille's reds with lively black plum and mulberry fruit, damp undergrowth and light tobacco scents. The palate is well balanced with fine tannins, taut and focused with a little more fruit on the finish compared to other cuvées. Very fine.In BondSG$1,395.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2021 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru has a slightly chalky nose, a mélange of red and black fruit and touches of undergrowth and autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins, crisp and focused, quite elegant towards the finish with a long aftertaste. I can see this evolving over the long term.In BondSG$1,780.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru includes 50% whole cluster and has a much more floral bouquet than the Mitans, with wilted rose petal percolating through the red fruit. The well-balanced palate is tannic on the entry. The brisk, terse finish indicates that it is in for the long haul. I like the salinity here. A rather uncompromising but satisfying/challenging Volnay.In BondSG$1,080.00 -
Wine Advocate (89-90)
The de Montille 2005 Volnay Mitans displays a lovely nose of ripe cherry and flowers with an iodine mineral-medicinal note that, together with fruit skin tartness, follows on a highly-concentrated, impressively-layered, finely-tannic palate, with raw meat, floral and mineral suggestions dominating over any sweetness of fruit. The tightly wound finish here is smoky, pungent and subtly bitter. In two or three years one would be able to glean a clearer notion of this wine’s ultimate personality.In BondSG$2,090.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
(two-thirds whole clusters; one-third new oak; the sand on top of the limestone here typically yields relatively soft tannins, according to winemaker Brian Sieve): Good dark red. Cool black cherry aroma lifted by a stony quality. A step above the preceding samples in both juiciness and finesse; in fact, a real high-wire act of captivating sweetness and bright acidity. Very fine-grained, serious wine with excellent grip and length. These 45-year-old vines avoided the frost but yielded very little fruit, as they were very sensitive to rain and wind during the flowering.In BondSG$1,065.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole cluster and underwent one of the earliest malolactics, finishing by January 2019. It has a mixture of red and black fruit tinged with brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, the whole cluster so well integrated that you would guess it contained far less. The elegant finish is tinged with bay leaf and white pepper notes. Excellent.In BondSG$1,110.00
