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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Vinous (98)
This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that.Inc. GSTSG$4,244.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2001 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru has astonishing intensity on the nose, perhaps more like a 1999, with copious black cherries, black truffle, juniper berries and eucalyptus. It seems incredibly young even when juxtaposed against Méo-Camuzet’s Cros Parantoux from the same vintage. The palate is medium-bodied, quite structured and grippy, backward and rather masculine yet with disarming poise. This Clos-de-Bèze is only just beginning to step into its stride so don’t be afraid to cellar for another three or four years. Tasted at Empire restaurant in Hong Kong.Inc. GSTSG$5,421.20 -
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2001 Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse is a little cleaner and more defined on the nose compared to the 2000, offering brambly red fruit, ferrous notes and hints of wild mushroom, quite perfumed though not complex. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly more density and grip compared to the 2000. Soothing and earthy toward the finish, which tapers a little.Inc. GSTSG$163.03 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (86)
Moderately saturated medium red. Redcurrant and tobacco on the nose. Vinous and fresh but on the lean side; where's the beef? Not especially long on the back, but not dry either.Inc. GSTSG$1,383.21 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (88-90)
Medium ruby. Cool aromas of blackberry, violet, licorice and mocha. Light and lively in the mouth, with good density and sound framing acidity. Not hugely ripe but rather stylish and bright. Tannins spread out on the persistent, fresh finish. The crop level in these vines, located on what director Nicolas Thienpont describes as soft calcaire between Beausejour-Becot and Angelus, was just 30 hectoliters per hectare.Inc. GSTSG$756.90 -
A spectacular epitome of Burgundian splendour, Bernard Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains 2001 is a wine steeped in terroir-infused craftsmanship. Expertly fashioned in Nuits-Saint-Georges' premier vineyard 'Les Vaucrains,' this vintage is a testament to the dedication and expertise of Bernard Ambroise. This organic winemaker meticulously cultivates vines that are more than 60 years old, presenting us an expressive Pinot Noir loaded with character.
The wine's natural fermentation process in oak gives it a vibrant ruby hue with appealing aromas of ripe red fruit, intermingled with delicate whispers of spice. Upon tasting, one is met with a burst of rich cherry and blackberry notes, underscored by elegantly structured tannins and a lingering finish.
Distinguished for its robust yet refined profile, Bernard Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains 2001 is a laudable vintage worthy of any discerning wine collector's cellar.
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Vinous (92-96)
Deep, bright ruby. Knockout nose combines black fruits, minerals and sauvage animal nuances. Dense, thick and lush, with very suave black fruit and bitter chocolate flavors. Really sappy and chewy thanks to firm framing acidity. The tannins are fine but substantial and the finishing flavors mount slowly and inexorably. Not an easy style, but a wine with great reserves of flavor.Inc. GSTSG$3,858.38 -
Behold the complexity and elegance of Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001, a premium red wine hailing from the renowned Burgundy region of France, specifically the traditional winemaking commune of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Esteemed vintner Bertrand Ambroise employs traditional vinification methods influenced by organic viticulture. The grapes used are meticulously hand-harvested, ensuring that only the best are fermented in French oak barrels for 18 months to capture the wine's unique characteristics.
The Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001 presents a palette of ripe, dark cherry flavours and floral hints of violet with polished tannins and stunning longevity. An undercurrent of earthy, truffle undertones adds charming complexity. This wine's seductive textures and intricate layers of flavour are elegantly balanced by a compellingly vibrant finish. An exceptional display of the expertise and passion of its creator, the Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001 promises an unforgettable wine-drinking experience for the discerning connoisseur.
Inc. GSTSG$2,810.89 -
Relish the impeccable craftsmanship of Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001, a legend among discerning wine connoisseurs. Born in the revered vineyards of Vosne-Romanée in Burgundy, France, Bizot hails from a lineage of traditional winemakers. The vintner, Jean-Yves Bizot, passionately applies meticulous techniques without the use of herbicides or pesticides, yielding a raw, pure expression of the terroir. Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001 is a sublime embodiment of Pinot Noir grapes meticulously harvested from antique vines planted in chalky soil.
This distinguished vintage dances on the palate, incorporating velvety tannins, svelte acidity and resonates with opulent fruit flavours. Expect hints of cherry, spices and nuances of earthy truffles. The elegantly balanced, full-bodied wine concludes with a gracefully elongated finish. Its scarcity and uniqueness make Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001 a remarkable addition to a well-curated wine cellar or a splendid companion for an exquisite gustatory experience. Luxuriate in this true connoisseur's choice.
Inc. GSTSG$6,398.19 -
Vinous (91-94)
Full red-ruby. Explosive aromas of blackberry, violet face powder, mint and spices. Densely packed and tight, with dynamic flavors of dark berries, minerals, violet and licorice. Finishes very long and very fine, sweetened by new oak and lifted by floral perfume.Inc. GSTSG$3,284.80 -
The Cachat-Ocquidant Corton Grand Cru Clos des Vergennes 2001 is a sterling exemplar of French viticulture, steeped in the prestigious soil of Burgundy's renowned Côte de Beaune. Crafted meticulously from Pinot Noir, its aging processes in oak lend a harmonious body of profound complexity, featuring bursts of ripe cherry and spicy undertones. Produced by the reputable Cachat-Ocquidant family, their obsession with preserving the terroir's unique quality reflects in every bottle. The Corton Grand Cru selection signifies the pinnacle of their lineage, with Clos des Vergennes 2001 embarking as a vintage par excellence. This wine reveals a mature, yet vigorous, portrait of depth and distinction. Savour the Cachat-Ocquidant Corton Grand Cru Clos des Vergennes 2001, a beacon of traditional winemaking that magnificently encapsulates the epitome of Burgundy's grandiose wine legacy.
Inc. GSTSG$937.84 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2001 Calon-Ségur has a delightful bouquet, very pure and a little more vivacious than the preceding vintage, featuring lovely brambly red fruit, rose petals, autumn leaves and a touch of cigar box, all well defined and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a little more cohesive than the 2000, and slightly granular in texture, with a graceful, elegant and quite persistent finish. This is one of the few châteaux where it's difficult to choose between the 2001 and 2000. Drinking perfectly now.Inc. GSTSG$2,407.81 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89)
Bright medium ruby. Aromas of currant, blueberry, violet and licorice. Bright and focused, with modest flesh but lovely dark fruit flavors and grip. Lively acids extend the finish.Inc. GSTSG$5,590.61 -
Vinous (91)
Dark red. Very ripe but somewhat stunted aromas of blackcurrant, plum, nuts and woodsmoke. Concentrated, ripe and full; very rich but rather uncompromisingly dry. The slightly roasted red fruit and nut flavors show more breadth than personality now, but this young Cote-Rotie is unusually fat and persistent, finishing with dusty, ripe tannins.Inc. GSTSG$3,273.77 -
Vinous (91)
Bright red-ruby. Brooding aromas of plum, gunflint, hot stones, mint, nuts, charcoal and woodsmoke. Rich, dense, silky and very ripe; a wonderfully fleshy Crozes that really spreads out to coat the palate. As round, sweet and plush as this rather massive wine is, it's still youthfully unevolved. Finishes long and aromatic, with big, tongue-dusting tannins and hints of espresso and nutty oak.Inc. GSTSG$991.46 -
Wine Advocate (98-100)
The black-colored 2001 Ermitage l’Ermite may be equal to the perfect 1996. Awesome levels of kirsch liqueur, licorice, and white flowers are followed by a superbly concentrated, etched, long, deep wine with multiple layers, a fabulous texture, and virtually perfect balance as well as harmony. Possessing great stature and intensity, it is a monumental achievement. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2040.Inc. GSTSG$3,311.92 -
Vinous (93+)
Full ruby-red. Granitic aromas of gunflint, minerals and licorice. Lush, rich and seamless but very backward, with very dark flavors of blackberry, licorice and spice. Less obviously sweet than the extraordinary Pavillon bottling, but this, too, dusts the entire palate. A wine of great structure and power. Explosive, gripping finish.Inc. GSTSG$2,312.94 -
Vinous (93+)
Full ruby-red. Granitic aromas of gunflint, minerals and licorice. Lush, rich and seamless but very backward, with very dark flavors of blackberry, licorice and spice. Less obviously sweet than the extraordinary Pavillon bottling, but this, too, dusts the entire palate. A wine of great structure and power. Explosive, gripping finish.Inc. GSTSG$2,932.58 -
Vinous (89)
Dark red. Funky aromas of raspberry, meat, leather, smoke and gunflint. Sweet, pliant, rich and layered, with the meaty character following through on the palate. Finishes with a slightly drying nutty quality and lingering sweetness.Inc. GSTSG$1,045.81 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2001 Cheval Blanc has a slightly more expressive and less feral bouquet compared to the 2000, perhaps better defined, although I miss the menthol aspect that develops on the previous vintage. But give it an hour's aeration and it coheres magnificently, gaining more intensity as it manifests dark berry fruit mixed with potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, quite firm and (for this estate) quite austere and strict, though yet again, after an hour it mellows, gaining more rondeur and sensuality. Whereas initially I leaned toward the millennial Cheval Blanc, the 2001 has its nose in front by the end. Tasted at Cheval Blanc.Inc. GSTSG$1,263.21 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2001 Cheval Blanc has a slightly more expressive and less feral bouquet compared to the 2000, perhaps better defined, although I miss the menthol aspect that develops on the previous vintage. But give it an hour's aeration and it coheres magnificently, gaining more intensity as it manifests dark berry fruit mixed with potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, quite firm and (for this estate) quite austere and strict, though yet again, after an hour it mellows, gaining more rondeur and sensuality. Whereas initially I leaned toward the millennial Cheval Blanc, the 2001 has its nose in front by the end. Tasted at Cheval Blanc.Inc. GSTSG$5,530.07 -
Vinous (94)
Bright, fresh medium red. Shimmering perfume of red fruits, caramel, truffle, porcini and damp earth. Wonderfully vibrant and complex in the mouth, offering terrific precision to the flavors of black cherry, mulch, tar and smoke; there's a faint noble vegetility here that reminds me of a young Romanée-Conti! Tannins are serious and present but arrive late and avoid dryness. This intoxicating, nuanced wine is just rounding into form and should go on for many more years.Inc. GSTSG$1,377.66 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Sumptuous aromas of violets, blackberries, and bilberries explode from the medium to dark ruby-colored 2001 Musigny. A wine of amazing purity and elegance, it reverberates on the palate revealing broad layers of floral dark fruit flavors. Lush yet superbly delineated, this medium-bodied effort is expressive, complex, and dignified. Its prolonged, succulent finish exhibits waves of raspberry fruit and loads of ripe, supple tannin. One of the stars of the vintage, it will be at its peak of maturity between 2006 and 2015.Inc. GSTSG$7,413.61 -
Wine Spectator (100)
Cos is on top of it now. Very long and racy. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and big, racy tannins. The palate goes on and on. Very serious indeed. As good as or better than '00. Score range: 95-100Inc. GSTSG$974.63 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90)
Medium red. Bright aromas of cherry, blackberry, minerals and chocolatey oak. Fat and fruity, with mineral and tobacco notes complicating the wine's currant and cherry flavors. This offers early accessibility.Inc. GSTSG$1,508.78 -
Vinous (89)
Good deep, bright red. More complex aromas of cherry, raspberry, smoke and earth. Fairly rich, round and mouthfilling, with sweet flavors of red fruits, herbs and game. Here the tannins come across as broader and less dry.Inc. GSTSG$2,855.84 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)
From Les Poulaillères. I still do not feel that I have fully understood this vintage, but the wine was excellent. The colour demonstrated a depth rarely found in the other examples and there was an impressive weight of fruit on the nose without losing any sense of balance or of plate. This was the most mouth-filling example of Echezeaux in the tasting and clearly now happily entering its window if drinkability. It held up very well in the glass too. Barely short of a 5th star.Inc. GSTSG$40,658.61 -
Vinous (96)
Our last Burgundy of the night was served blind. It was an explosive, ripe wine packed with an impressively dense core of fruit framed by new oak. It turned out to be the 2001 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti La Tâche, a wine that is perhaps 15 years away from being ready to drink. Needless to say it was an incredible privilege to catch this wine at this relatively early stage.Inc. GSTSG$81,250.21 -
Burghound (96)
This displays a positively classic nose of soaring Asian spices, ripe plum and a gamut of ripe, pure and lacy red and black fruits with the latter predominating all wrapped together with a seductive kiss of sweetly scented, highly perfumed violets; the nose is, in a word, intoxicating. All of this aromatic intensity leads to remarkably powerful, linear and still taut flavors that show simply unbelievable complexity and stunning length. This will very likely surpass every other RSV from the Domaine in recent memory from a sheer aromatics perspective as the nose really is dazzling. For my taste this has just about arrived at the front end of its peak drinkability though it should hold easily for years to come. Consistent notes save for one bottle that seemed a bit edgy and drying and not at all like what I have described above.Inc. GSTSG$6,320.45
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Vinous (98)
This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that.In BondSG$3,885.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2001 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru has astonishing intensity on the nose, perhaps more like a 1999, with copious black cherries, black truffle, juniper berries and eucalyptus. It seems incredibly young even when juxtaposed against Méo-Camuzet’s Cros Parantoux from the same vintage. The palate is medium-bodied, quite structured and grippy, backward and rather masculine yet with disarming poise. This Clos-de-Bèze is only just beginning to step into its stride so don’t be afraid to cellar for another three or four years. Tasted at Empire restaurant in Hong Kong.In BondSG$4,965.00 -
In BondSG$1,020.00
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2001 Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse is a little cleaner and more defined on the nose compared to the 2000, offering brambly red fruit, ferrous notes and hints of wild mushroom, quite perfumed though not complex. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly more density and grip compared to the 2000. Soothing and earthy toward the finish, which tapers a little.In BondSG$140.00 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (86)
Moderately saturated medium red. Redcurrant and tobacco on the nose. Vinous and fresh but on the lean side; where's the beef? Not especially long on the back, but not dry either.In BondSG$1,170.00 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (88-90)
Medium ruby. Cool aromas of blackberry, violet, licorice and mocha. Light and lively in the mouth, with good density and sound framing acidity. Not hugely ripe but rather stylish and bright. Tannins spread out on the persistent, fresh finish. The crop level in these vines, located on what director Nicolas Thienpont describes as soft calcaire between Beausejour-Becot and Angelus, was just 30 hectoliters per hectare.In BondSG$635.00 -
A spectacular epitome of Burgundian splendour, Bernard Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains 2001 is a wine steeped in terroir-infused craftsmanship. Expertly fashioned in Nuits-Saint-Georges' premier vineyard 'Les Vaucrains,' this vintage is a testament to the dedication and expertise of Bernard Ambroise. This organic winemaker meticulously cultivates vines that are more than 60 years old, presenting us an expressive Pinot Noir loaded with character.
The wine's natural fermentation process in oak gives it a vibrant ruby hue with appealing aromas of ripe red fruit, intermingled with delicate whispers of spice. Upon tasting, one is met with a burst of rich cherry and blackberry notes, underscored by elegantly structured tannins and a lingering finish.
Distinguished for its robust yet refined profile, Bernard Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains 2001 is a laudable vintage worthy of any discerning wine collector's cellar.
In BondSG$2,460.00 -
Vinous (92-96)
Deep, bright ruby. Knockout nose combines black fruits, minerals and sauvage animal nuances. Dense, thick and lush, with very suave black fruit and bitter chocolate flavors. Really sappy and chewy thanks to firm framing acidity. The tannins are fine but substantial and the finishing flavors mount slowly and inexorably. Not an easy style, but a wine with great reserves of flavor.In BondSG$3,520.00 -
Behold the complexity and elegance of Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001, a premium red wine hailing from the renowned Burgundy region of France, specifically the traditional winemaking commune of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Esteemed vintner Bertrand Ambroise employs traditional vinification methods influenced by organic viticulture. The grapes used are meticulously hand-harvested, ensuring that only the best are fermented in French oak barrels for 18 months to capture the wine's unique characteristics.
The Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001 presents a palette of ripe, dark cherry flavours and floral hints of violet with polished tannins and stunning longevity. An undercurrent of earthy, truffle undertones adds charming complexity. This wine's seductive textures and intricate layers of flavour are elegantly balanced by a compellingly vibrant finish. An exceptional display of the expertise and passion of its creator, the Bertrand Ambroise Nuits-Saint-Georges 2001 promises an unforgettable wine-drinking experience for the discerning connoisseur.
In BondSG$2,460.00 -
Relish the impeccable craftsmanship of Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001, a legend among discerning wine connoisseurs. Born in the revered vineyards of Vosne-Romanée in Burgundy, France, Bizot hails from a lineage of traditional winemakers. The vintner, Jean-Yves Bizot, passionately applies meticulous techniques without the use of herbicides or pesticides, yielding a raw, pure expression of the terroir. Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001 is a sublime embodiment of Pinot Noir grapes meticulously harvested from antique vines planted in chalky soil.
This distinguished vintage dances on the palate, incorporating velvety tannins, svelte acidity and resonates with opulent fruit flavours. Expect hints of cherry, spices and nuances of earthy truffles. The elegantly balanced, full-bodied wine concludes with a gracefully elongated finish. Its scarcity and uniqueness make Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2001 a remarkable addition to a well-curated wine cellar or a splendid companion for an exquisite gustatory experience. Luxuriate in this true connoisseur's choice.
In BondSG$5,860.00 -
Vinous (91-94)
Full red-ruby. Explosive aromas of blackberry, violet face powder, mint and spices. Densely packed and tight, with dynamic flavors of dark berries, minerals, violet and licorice. Finishes very long and very fine, sweetened by new oak and lifted by floral perfume.In BondSG$3,005.00 -
The Cachat-Ocquidant Corton Grand Cru Clos des Vergennes 2001 is a sterling exemplar of French viticulture, steeped in the prestigious soil of Burgundy's renowned Côte de Beaune. Crafted meticulously from Pinot Noir, its aging processes in oak lend a harmonious body of profound complexity, featuring bursts of ripe cherry and spicy undertones. Produced by the reputable Cachat-Ocquidant family, their obsession with preserving the terroir's unique quality reflects in every bottle. The Corton Grand Cru selection signifies the pinnacle of their lineage, with Clos des Vergennes 2001 embarking as a vintage par excellence. This wine reveals a mature, yet vigorous, portrait of depth and distinction. Savour the Cachat-Ocquidant Corton Grand Cru Clos des Vergennes 2001, a beacon of traditional winemaking that magnificently encapsulates the epitome of Burgundy's grandiose wine legacy.
In BondSG$801.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)
The 2001 Calon-Ségur has a delightful bouquet, very pure and a little more vivacious than the preceding vintage, featuring lovely brambly red fruit, rose petals, autumn leaves and a touch of cigar box, all well defined and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a little more cohesive than the 2000, and slightly granular in texture, with a graceful, elegant and quite persistent finish. This is one of the few châteaux where it's difficult to choose between the 2001 and 2000. Drinking perfectly now.In BondSG$2,110.00 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89)
Bright medium ruby. Aromas of currant, blueberry, violet and licorice. Bright and focused, with modest flesh but lovely dark fruit flavors and grip. Lively acids extend the finish.In BondSG$5,030.00 -
Vinous (91)
Dark red. Very ripe but somewhat stunted aromas of blackcurrant, plum, nuts and woodsmoke. Concentrated, ripe and full; very rich but rather uncompromisingly dry. The slightly roasted red fruit and nut flavors show more breadth than personality now, but this young Cote-Rotie is unusually fat and persistent, finishing with dusty, ripe tannins.In BondSG$2,950.00 -
Vinous (91)
Bright red-ruby. Brooding aromas of plum, gunflint, hot stones, mint, nuts, charcoal and woodsmoke. Rich, dense, silky and very ripe; a wonderfully fleshy Crozes that really spreads out to coat the palate. As round, sweet and plush as this rather massive wine is, it's still youthfully unevolved. Finishes long and aromatic, with big, tongue-dusting tannins and hints of espresso and nutty oak.In BondSG$870.00 -
Wine Advocate (98-100)
The black-colored 2001 Ermitage l’Ermite may be equal to the perfect 1996. Awesome levels of kirsch liqueur, licorice, and white flowers are followed by a superbly concentrated, etched, long, deep wine with multiple layers, a fabulous texture, and virtually perfect balance as well as harmony. Possessing great stature and intensity, it is a monumental achievement. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2040.In BondSG$2,985.00 -
Vinous (93+)
Full ruby-red. Granitic aromas of gunflint, minerals and licorice. Lush, rich and seamless but very backward, with very dark flavors of blackberry, licorice and spice. Less obviously sweet than the extraordinary Pavillon bottling, but this, too, dusts the entire palate. A wine of great structure and power. Explosive, gripping finish.In BondSG$2,085.00 -
Vinous (93+)
Full ruby-red. Granitic aromas of gunflint, minerals and licorice. Lush, rich and seamless but very backward, with very dark flavors of blackberry, licorice and spice. Less obviously sweet than the extraordinary Pavillon bottling, but this, too, dusts the entire palate. A wine of great structure and power. Explosive, gripping finish.In BondSG$2,635.00 -
Vinous (89)
Dark red. Funky aromas of raspberry, meat, leather, smoke and gunflint. Sweet, pliant, rich and layered, with the meaty character following through on the palate. Finishes with a slightly drying nutty quality and lingering sweetness.In BondSG$906.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2001 Cheval Blanc has a slightly more expressive and less feral bouquet compared to the 2000, perhaps better defined, although I miss the menthol aspect that develops on the previous vintage. But give it an hour's aeration and it coheres magnificently, gaining more intensity as it manifests dark berry fruit mixed with potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, quite firm and (for this estate) quite austere and strict, though yet again, after an hour it mellows, gaining more rondeur and sensuality. Whereas initially I leaned toward the millennial Cheval Blanc, the 2001 has its nose in front by the end. Tasted at Cheval Blanc.In BondSG$1,150.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)
The 2001 Cheval Blanc has a slightly more expressive and less feral bouquet compared to the 2000, perhaps better defined, although I miss the menthol aspect that develops on the previous vintage. But give it an hour's aeration and it coheres magnificently, gaining more intensity as it manifests dark berry fruit mixed with potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, quite firm and (for this estate) quite austere and strict, though yet again, after an hour it mellows, gaining more rondeur and sensuality. Whereas initially I leaned toward the millennial Cheval Blanc, the 2001 has its nose in front by the end. Tasted at Cheval Blanc.In BondSG$5,020.00 -
Vinous (94)
Bright, fresh medium red. Shimmering perfume of red fruits, caramel, truffle, porcini and damp earth. Wonderfully vibrant and complex in the mouth, offering terrific precision to the flavors of black cherry, mulch, tar and smoke; there's a faint noble vegetility here that reminds me of a young Romanée-Conti! Tannins are serious and present but arrive late and avoid dryness. This intoxicating, nuanced wine is just rounding into form and should go on for many more years.In BondSG$1,255.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Sumptuous aromas of violets, blackberries, and bilberries explode from the medium to dark ruby-colored 2001 Musigny. A wine of amazing purity and elegance, it reverberates on the palate revealing broad layers of floral dark fruit flavors. Lush yet superbly delineated, this medium-bodied effort is expressive, complex, and dignified. Its prolonged, succulent finish exhibits waves of raspberry fruit and loads of ripe, supple tannin. One of the stars of the vintage, it will be at its peak of maturity between 2006 and 2015.In BondSG$6,750.00 -
Wine Spectator (100)
Cos is on top of it now. Very long and racy. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and big, racy tannins. The palate goes on and on. Very serious indeed. As good as or better than '00. Score range: 95-100In BondSG$877.00 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90)
Medium red. Bright aromas of cherry, blackberry, minerals and chocolatey oak. Fat and fruity, with mineral and tobacco notes complicating the wine's currant and cherry flavors. This offers early accessibility.In BondSG$1,305.00 -
Vinous (89)
Good deep, bright red. More complex aromas of cherry, raspberry, smoke and earth. Fairly rich, round and mouthfilling, with sweet flavors of red fruits, herbs and game. Here the tannins come across as broader and less dry.In BondSG$2,525.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)
From Les Poulaillères. I still do not feel that I have fully understood this vintage, but the wine was excellent. The colour demonstrated a depth rarely found in the other examples and there was an impressive weight of fruit on the nose without losing any sense of balance or of plate. This was the most mouth-filling example of Echezeaux in the tasting and clearly now happily entering its window if drinkability. It held up very well in the glass too. Barely short of a 5th star.In BondSG$37,250.00 -
Vinous (96)
Our last Burgundy of the night was served blind. It was an explosive, ripe wine packed with an impressively dense core of fruit framed by new oak. It turned out to be the 2001 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti La Tâche, a wine that is perhaps 15 years away from being ready to drink. Needless to say it was an incredible privilege to catch this wine at this relatively early stage.In BondSG$74,490.00 -
Burghound (96)
This displays a positively classic nose of soaring Asian spices, ripe plum and a gamut of ripe, pure and lacy red and black fruits with the latter predominating all wrapped together with a seductive kiss of sweetly scented, highly perfumed violets; the nose is, in a word, intoxicating. All of this aromatic intensity leads to remarkably powerful, linear and still taut flavors that show simply unbelievable complexity and stunning length. This will very likely surpass every other RSV from the Domaine in recent memory from a sheer aromatics perspective as the nose really is dazzling. For my taste this has just about arrived at the front end of its peak drinkability though it should hold easily for years to come. Consistent notes save for one bottle that seemed a bit edgy and drying and not at all like what I have described above.In BondSG$5,790.00
