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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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,598.76 |
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James Suckling (99)So much violets, licorice, pencil, flowers and currants define this on the nose before it moves to fresh mushrooms. It’s full-bodied yet compacted with tension and a compressed center palate. Incredible, fine-grained tannins and energy. The length is truly great. Should be even more beautiful in 2024. Give it time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$4,503.31 |
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James Suckling (99)Ripe and very powerful aromas of black licorice, currants and violets. Full-bodied, dense and flavorful with lots of very new, flashy wood. Sexy and gorgeous. Round and polished tannins. Superb wine for the vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$4,283.05 |
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Savour the enchanting Laurent Ponsot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvee du Cypres 2019, a spectacular offering from the esteemed Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy, France. This exquisite Pinot Noir is the product of renowned winemaker Laurent Ponsot's commitment to traditional methods and holistic biodynamics, resulting in characteristically pure, vibrant flavours. Generously exhibiting complex layers of sumptuous ripe cherries, hawthorn, and liquorice, underscored by enticing earthy undertones. Elegant tannins intertwine with the vintage's remarkable acidity, providing excellent structure and ageing potential. Raised in French oak, 100% new, for 23 months, it imparts refined notes of cedar and spice into the wine's intricate and polished profile. Ponsot's defining philosophy of minimal intervention shines through, allowing the terroir's distinct personality to be hero of the glass. Immerse yourself in the opulence of the Laurent Ponsot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvee du Cypres 2019 - an indulgent exploration of Ponsot's prodigious artistry. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (IB) |
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SG$4,311.43 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)‘Cuvée du Cèdre’. Solid red purple with a robust bouquet, without detail, yet an excellent rich red fruit across the palate with a strict but not rustic structure at the back. Nicely oaked and with good length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (IB) |
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SG$3,343.49 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)A cuvée put together from eight different suppliers. Bright purple. Very sensual and not too powerful on the nose, though rather massive on the palate. Quite high acidity. Red berry fruits with a touch of blacker juice too. Massive and very youthful, a good prospect for the long term. 14.5%. Drink from 2030-2045. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (IB) |
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SG$4,528.30 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)(5-Star Wine) In Laurent’s time at Domaine Ponsot this could be a veritable hit or a slight miss. The 2016 looks like the former. It has a gorgeous purple black centre, then a marvellous richness of red and black fruit through the middle, a very valuable bite of acidity, and all sorts of detailed little red fruits dancing across the palate, offering amazing detail. Very promising! |
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Burgundy | 2 | 18+ (JR) |
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SG$4,886.97 |
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Jancis Robinson (18+)Dark red fruit with concentration and richness, although the structure is ready to drink thanks to tender tannins and integrated acidity. Not quite showing all the tail-feathers, it seems. Will show its true colours with time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-97 (IB) |
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SG$4,831.34 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)‘Cuvée du Saule’. Red to crimson in colour and a fresher bouquet, raspberry with a hint of something more acidulated. But ripe enough on the palate, is there a hint of volatile, if so doesn’t matter. Very exciting potential! |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
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SG$2,015.85 |
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Experience the exquisite flavour of Laurent Roumier Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2019. This lush red wine, hailing from France's prestigious Burgundy region, is meticulously produced in the traditional manner, drawing on the rich, fertile soils of Clos-Vougeot. This Grand Cru is the embodiment of Laurent Roumier's commitment to showcase the best Burgundy has to offer. The iconic varietal, Pinot Noir, is handpicked from old vines and fermented in wooden vats, ensuring a complex and intense flavour. The wine undergoes careful maturation in oak barrels to develop a remarkable balance between fruitiness and earthy undertones, resulting in a long-lasting, lingering finish. Laurent Roumier, a third-generation winemaker, continues to uphold the family legacy, earning global recognition for his mastery in creating unparalleled harmony in a bottle. This fine wine surely is a testament to Roumier’s relentless pursuit of perfection. Every sip of Laurent Roumier Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2019 offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Burgundy's terroir. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$803.77 |
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James Suckling (94-95)There’s depth and beauty to this wine. It offers crunchy fruit, a chalky undertone and a hint of raw coffee bean. Medium body. Fine tannins. Bright and transparent. 90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-96 (JS) |
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SG$1,258.30 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This has fascinating, smoky, bark, dried-meat and crushed-berry character. It’s full-bodied with crushed stone, tobacco and dried meat. Extremely long and flavorful. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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SG$1,481.75 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Lots of iodine and oyster-shell aromas, together with blackberry and black cherry, following through to a medium to full body. Polished yet slightly chewy tannins and a fresh finish. Grilled orange. 70.4% merlot, 18.2% cabernet sauvignon and 11.4% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 91-93 (WI) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,179.82 |
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The Wine Independent (91-93)A blend of 55.5% Merlot, 40.9% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3.6% Cabernet Franc, Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2023 is deep garnet-purple in color. It needs a lot of shaking to wake up scents of fresh black and red currants, raspberry leaves, and star anise, leading to touches of mossy tree bark and wet slate. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers a firm frame of grainy tannins and well knit freshness to support the spritely fruit, finishing with a savory lift. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$768.89 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2019 Le Merle de Péby Faugères is laced with sumptuous black cherry fruit, chocolate, new leather, spice and graphite. This racy second wine offers tons of immediacy and overall appeal. Attractive, savory top notes complement the Merlot fruit nicely. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (JD) |
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SG$2,117.24 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)In the running for the top second wine of the vintage, the 2018 Le Petit Cheval checks in as 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc and has incredible quality for a second wine. Floral notes of black cherries, graphite, and smoked earth all emerge from this medium to full-bodied Saint-Émilion that has plenty of classic Cheval Blanc elegance and purity as well as length. It’s already seamless and hard to resist, and ideal for drinking over the coming two decades or so. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,670.34 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2019 Petit Cheval is a stunning second wine - if it can even be called that. In 2019, Petit Cheval is a blend of four parcels that were in the Grand Vin in 2018. Dark, supple and expressive, the 2019 offers up an exotic mélange of black cherry, spice, new leather and graphite, all of which build effortlessly in the glass. The Petit represents 5.5% of the château's production in 2019, but it is more of a second selection, as 12% of the wine that year was sold in bulk. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$476.77 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This is very fresh and crunchy with blackberries, dark cherries and hints of crushed stones. It’s medium-bodied with impressive acidity and fine, silky tannins. Shows depth and structure, too. Bright and vivid on the finish. Lightly chunky. Second wine of Leoville Las Cases. 61% cabernet sauvignon, 31% merlot and 8% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,429.02 |
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James Suckling (95)Deep and dark berry aromas with a center of cedar and tobacco. Full-bodied, tannic and rich with a solid backbone and excellent structure. Plenty of fruit and flavor. It goes on for minutes. One hell of a second wine for Mouton. Try after 2025. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,014.33 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This is phenomenal with such dense and layered tannins that go on for minutes. It’s full-bodied with blackberries, blueberries and chocolate. Sexy and so beautiful. Not sure what to say here. Maybe it should have gone into the first wine? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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SG$2,752.29 |
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James Suckling (97)A luscious red with redcurrant, chocolate, plum and hazelnut. Rather opulent on the nose. Full-bodied and very structured with chewy tannins that are intense and powerful. This needs time to come together and soften. 68% cabernet sauvignon and 32% merlot. Better after 2027. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
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SG$2,323.31 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This is very, very layered with gorgeous fruit and velvety tannins. Hints of chocolate. Full-bodied and chewy with soft, fine tannins. 72% cabernet sauvignon, 24% merlot and 4% cabernet franc. Gorgeous second wine. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 95-96 (JS) |
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SG$1,594.02 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is a tighter and more compact Petit Mouton with a full-bodied, compact palate that is framed nicely by the tannins. Savory and juicy. Structured. Contained. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 12% merlot, 7% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Better than 2022? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$405.98 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2020 Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte is a gorgeous second wine. Dark cherry, grilled herbs, menthol, licorice, plum, spice and tobacco infuse the 2020 with striking aromatic nuance. Cabernet Sauvignon drives the blend, and that is very much in evidence in the wine's flavor profile and overall structure. There's terrific depth and density here, not to mention tons of character. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$28,361.26 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)Tasted at the Pomerol Comparative Exploration tasting in London, the 1995 Le Pin is a vintage that has never proven its pedigree. Now with two decades under its belt, the aromatics are strangely not that far from those of the 1995 Lafleur despite the absence of any Cabernet Franc. There is a pleasant mineralité here and impressive purity. The palate is fresh and vibrant, a mixture or red and black fruit with a subtle marine influence. Classy and sophisticated, this is unquestionably the finest bottle that I have encountered. Perhaps it was just a late bloomer? Anyway, I am happy to upgrade my score from previous encounters. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$4,103.31 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
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SG$3,995.33 |
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Trilogie is a secretive project that Château Le Pin has been pursuing for a number of years. Produced in only miniscule amounts, the current edition is a blend of the 2016, 2017 and 2018 Château Le Pin - all excellent vintages, and available at a fraction of the price of a regular Le Pin!
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$4,393.18 |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 89-92 (WA) |
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SG$904.05 |
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Wine Advocate (89-92)The best Le Prieure I have ever tasted, this 2009 is a hedonist’s dream. Huge red and black fruit aromas soar from the glass of this deep ruby/purple-tinged beauty. With velvety tannin, a full-bodied, opulent personality, and a knock-out finish with no hard edges, it is already impossible to resist, so enjoy it over the next decade or more. (Tasted three times.) |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 96-97 (JS) |
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SG$1,064.34 |
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James Suckling (96-97)A full-bodied red that builds on the palate with lots of blackberry and blueberry character, as well as chocolate. Mineral and graphite undertones. Chewy, yet very integrated. Excellent, as expected. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 96 (WS) |
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SG$3,126.62 |
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Wine Spectator (96)Very ripe, with raisin and dried fruits on the nose. You can smell the sun-dried grapes. Full-bodied, delivering firm tannins and a very fresh palate. Long and flavorful, offering currant, berries and all sorts of dark fruits, but turns lightly earthy and floral. This is a thoroughly complex wine. Just starting to really open into the mature 20-year-old wine it is, but such a great life ahead of it. Muscular.¿'89/'99 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2009). Drink now. -JS |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$5,085.00 |
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James Suckling (99)So much violets, licorice, pencil, flowers and currants define this on the nose before it moves to fresh mushrooms. It’s full-bodied yet compacted with tension and a compressed center palate. Incredible, fine-grained tannins and energy. The length is truly great. Should be even more beautiful in 2024. Give it time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$4,080.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Ripe and very powerful aromas of black licorice, currants and violets. Full-bodied, dense and flavorful with lots of very new, flashy wood. Sexy and gorgeous. Round and polished tannins. Superb wine for the vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$3,870.00 |
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Savour the enchanting Laurent Ponsot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvee du Cypres 2019, a spectacular offering from the esteemed Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy, France. This exquisite Pinot Noir is the product of renowned winemaker Laurent Ponsot's commitment to traditional methods and holistic biodynamics, resulting in characteristically pure, vibrant flavours. Generously exhibiting complex layers of sumptuous ripe cherries, hawthorn, and liquorice, underscored by enticing earthy undertones. Elegant tannins intertwine with the vintage's remarkable acidity, providing excellent structure and ageing potential. Raised in French oak, 100% new, for 23 months, it imparts refined notes of cedar and spice into the wine's intricate and polished profile. Ponsot's defining philosophy of minimal intervention shines through, allowing the terroir's distinct personality to be hero of the glass. Immerse yourself in the opulence of the Laurent Ponsot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvee du Cypres 2019 - an indulgent exploration of Ponsot's prodigious artistry. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (IB) |
In Bond
SG$3,900.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)‘Cuvée du Cèdre’. Solid red purple with a robust bouquet, without detail, yet an excellent rich red fruit across the palate with a strict but not rustic structure at the back. Nicely oaked and with good length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (IB) |
In Bond
SG$3,010.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)A cuvée put together from eight different suppliers. Bright purple. Very sensual and not too powerful on the nose, though rather massive on the palate. Quite high acidity. Red berry fruits with a touch of blacker juice too. Massive and very youthful, a good prospect for the long term. 14.5%. Drink from 2030-2045. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (IB) |
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SG$4,095.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95-97)(5-Star Wine) In Laurent’s time at Domaine Ponsot this could be a veritable hit or a slight miss. The 2016 looks like the former. It has a gorgeous purple black centre, then a marvellous richness of red and black fruit through the middle, a very valuable bite of acidity, and all sorts of detailed little red fruits dancing across the palate, offering amazing detail. Very promising! |
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Burgundy | 2 | 18+ (JR) |
In Bond
SG$4,430.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18+)Dark red fruit with concentration and richness, although the structure is ready to drink thanks to tender tannins and integrated acidity. Not quite showing all the tail-feathers, it seems. Will show its true colours with time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-97 (IB) |
In Bond
SG$4,375.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (93-97)‘Cuvée du Saule’. Red to crimson in colour and a fresher bouquet, raspberry with a hint of something more acidulated. But ripe enough on the palate, is there a hint of volatile, if so doesn’t matter. Very exciting potential! |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,790.00 |
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Experience the exquisite flavour of Laurent Roumier Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2019. This lush red wine, hailing from France's prestigious Burgundy region, is meticulously produced in the traditional manner, drawing on the rich, fertile soils of Clos-Vougeot. This Grand Cru is the embodiment of Laurent Roumier's commitment to showcase the best Burgundy has to offer. The iconic varietal, Pinot Noir, is handpicked from old vines and fermented in wooden vats, ensuring a complex and intense flavour. The wine undergoes careful maturation in oak barrels to develop a remarkable balance between fruitiness and earthy undertones, resulting in a long-lasting, lingering finish. Laurent Roumier, a third-generation winemaker, continues to uphold the family legacy, earning global recognition for his mastery in creating unparalleled harmony in a bottle. This fine wine surely is a testament to Roumier’s relentless pursuit of perfection. Every sip of Laurent Roumier Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru 2019 offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Burgundy's terroir. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$678.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)There’s depth and beauty to this wine. It offers crunchy fruit, a chalky undertone and a hint of raw coffee bean. Medium body. Fine tannins. Bright and transparent. 90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-96 (JS) |
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SG$1,095.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This has fascinating, smoky, bark, dried-meat and crushed-berry character. It’s full-bodied with crushed stone, tobacco and dried meat. Extremely long and flavorful. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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SG$1,300.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Lots of iodine and oyster-shell aromas, together with blackberry and black cherry, following through to a medium to full body. Polished yet slightly chewy tannins and a fresh finish. Grilled orange. 70.4% merlot, 18.2% cabernet sauvignon and 11.4% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 91-93 (WI) |
In Bond
SG$1,023.00 |
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The Wine Independent (91-93)A blend of 55.5% Merlot, 40.9% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3.6% Cabernet Franc, Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2023 is deep garnet-purple in color. It needs a lot of shaking to wake up scents of fresh black and red currants, raspberry leaves, and star anise, leading to touches of mossy tree bark and wet slate. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers a firm frame of grainy tannins and well knit freshness to support the spritely fruit, finishing with a savory lift. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$646.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2019 Le Merle de Péby Faugères is laced with sumptuous black cherry fruit, chocolate, new leather, spice and graphite. This racy second wine offers tons of immediacy and overall appeal. Attractive, savory top notes complement the Merlot fruit nicely. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (JD) |
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SG$1,885.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)In the running for the top second wine of the vintage, the 2018 Le Petit Cheval checks in as 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc and has incredible quality for a second wine. Floral notes of black cherries, graphite, and smoked earth all emerge from this medium to full-bodied Saint-Émilion that has plenty of classic Cheval Blanc elegance and purity as well as length. It’s already seamless and hard to resist, and ideal for drinking over the coming two decades or so. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$1,475.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2019 Petit Cheval is a stunning second wine - if it can even be called that. In 2019, Petit Cheval is a blend of four parcels that were in the Grand Vin in 2018. Dark, supple and expressive, the 2019 offers up an exotic mélange of black cherry, spice, new leather and graphite, all of which build effortlessly in the glass. The Petit represents 5.5% of the château's production in 2019, but it is more of a second selection, as 12% of the wine that year was sold in bulk. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$378.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This is very fresh and crunchy with blackberries, dark cherries and hints of crushed stones. It’s medium-bodied with impressive acidity and fine, silky tannins. Shows depth and structure, too. Bright and vivid on the finish. Lightly chunky. Second wine of Leoville Las Cases. 61% cabernet sauvignon, 31% merlot and 8% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,175.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Deep and dark berry aromas with a center of cedar and tobacco. Full-bodied, tannic and rich with a solid backbone and excellent structure. Plenty of fruit and flavor. It goes on for minutes. One hell of a second wine for Mouton. Try after 2025. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,710.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This is phenomenal with such dense and layered tannins that go on for minutes. It’s full-bodied with blackberries, blueberries and chocolate. Sexy and so beautiful. Not sure what to say here. Maybe it should have gone into the first wine? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,470.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A luscious red with redcurrant, chocolate, plum and hazelnut. Rather opulent on the nose. Full-bodied and very structured with chewy tannins that are intense and powerful. This needs time to come together and soften. 68% cabernet sauvignon and 32% merlot. Better after 2027. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,080.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This is very, very layered with gorgeous fruit and velvety tannins. Hints of chocolate. Full-bodied and chewy with soft, fine tannins. 72% cabernet sauvignon, 24% merlot and 4% cabernet franc. Gorgeous second wine. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,403.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is a tighter and more compact Petit Mouton with a full-bodied, compact palate that is framed nicely by the tannins. Savory and juicy. Structured. Contained. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 12% merlot, 7% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Better than 2022? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$319.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2020 Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte is a gorgeous second wine. Dark cherry, grilled herbs, menthol, licorice, plum, spice and tobacco infuse the 2020 with striking aromatic nuance. Cabernet Sauvignon drives the blend, and that is very much in evidence in the wine's flavor profile and overall structure. There's terrific depth and density here, not to mention tons of character. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$25,970.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)Tasted at the Pomerol Comparative Exploration tasting in London, the 1995 Le Pin is a vintage that has never proven its pedigree. Now with two decades under its belt, the aromatics are strangely not that far from those of the 1995 Lafleur despite the absence of any Cabernet Franc. There is a pleasant mineralité here and impressive purity. The palate is fresh and vibrant, a mixture or red and black fruit with a subtle marine influence. Classy and sophisticated, this is unquestionably the finest bottle that I have encountered. Perhaps it was just a late bloomer? Anyway, I am happy to upgrade my score from previous encounters. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
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SG$3,715.00 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
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SG$3,610.00 |
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Trilogie is a secretive project that Château Le Pin has been pursuing for a number of years. Produced in only miniscule amounts, the current edition is a blend of the 2016, 2017 and 2018 Château Le Pin - all excellent vintages, and available at a fraction of the price of a regular Le Pin!
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
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SG$3,975.00 |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 89-92 (WA) |
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SG$770.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-92)The best Le Prieure I have ever tasted, this 2009 is a hedonist’s dream. Huge red and black fruit aromas soar from the glass of this deep ruby/purple-tinged beauty. With velvety tannin, a full-bodied, opulent personality, and a knock-out finish with no hard edges, it is already impossible to resist, so enjoy it over the next decade or more. (Tasted three times.) |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 96-97 (JS) |
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SG$923.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)A full-bodied red that builds on the palate with lots of blackberry and blueberry character, as well as chocolate. Mineral and graphite undertones. Chewy, yet very integrated. Excellent, as expected. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 96 (WS) |
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SG$2,815.00 |
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Wine Spectator (96)Very ripe, with raisin and dried fruits on the nose. You can smell the sun-dried grapes. Full-bodied, delivering firm tannins and a very fresh palate. Long and flavorful, offering currant, berries and all sorts of dark fruits, but turns lightly earthy and floral. This is a thoroughly complex wine. Just starting to really open into the mature 20-year-old wine it is, but such a great life ahead of it. Muscular.¿'89/'99 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2009). Drink now. -JS |
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