France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$796.14 |
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Indulge in the exquisite Frederic Magnien Chambolle-Musigny VV 2018, crafted by the renowned fifth-generation Burgundian winemaker, Frederic Magnien. Born of the Chambolle-Musigny vineyards in France's prestigious Côte de Nuits, this vibrant, delectable Pinot Noir is reflective of the terroir's celebrated elegance and ethereal quality. The grapes were harvested at their optimum maturity, subjected to rigorous sorting, and spontaneously fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aging occurred in French oak barrels, lending the wine nuanced tones. The Frederic Magnien Chambolle-Musigny VV 2018 presents an aromatic bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and subtle earthiness. On the palate, it enchants with its harmonious blend of fruit intensity and refined tannins, leading to a lingering finish. This wine, encapsulating Frederic Magnien's dedication to organic viticulture and modern winemaking techniques, is truly an enchanting representation of Burgundy's finesse. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$633.75 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94+)The 2016 Acte 8 is fabulous. The 2016 literally soars out of the glass with a stunning range of aromatics. Rose petal, blood orange, pomegranate, mint and sweet raspberry are all vivid. Once again, I am totally blown away by the purity of the flavors. Even with all of its intensity, the 2016 retains terrific freshness and energy. Most of the clonal material now is from Lafleur. With their 2016, the Guinaudeau family challenges many of the preconceptions of what Fronsac is and can be. This is a stunning wine. |
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Haut-Brion
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,198 -
SG$4,986
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)This is an exceptional Haut-Brion, offering juice and elegant balance alongside classically structured layers, generous but restrained, sense of architecture and building blocks of a truly great Left Bank wine. Rippling with sinewy muscles, juicy and controlled, packed with cocoa bean, espresso, liouqorice root, but none of these flavours dominate, knitted together, with a vertical lift. 100% new oak, Jean-Philippe Delmas director, Jean-Philippe Masclef technical director, no outside consultant. |
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Alsace | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$798.32 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,310.90 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (98)The 2007 L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne has a ripe and generous bouquet with orange pith, apricot, crème brûlée and quince, unfurling beautifully in the glass. The palate is supremely well balanced with fine definition, wonderful acidity and a composed, almost Tokaji-like finish that lingers with enticing marmalade and quince notes. So precise. So delicious. |
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Bordeaux | 45 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$762.35 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$887.74 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2010 La Tour Blanche is well endowed on the nose with scents of acacia honey, yellow plum and orange rind, just a touch of saffron emerging with time (a leitmotif of this vintage.) The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. This feels spicier than its peers, finely tuned towards the finish with a touch of ginger on the aftertaste. Excellent. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 97 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$957.50 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)A wine of stunning beauty, the 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey is so remarkably vivid from the very first taste. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Orchard fruit, tangerine, passion fruit mint and exotic floral overtones all grace this precise, wonderfully inviting Sauternes from Silvio Denz. Lafaurie-Peyraguey is pure and total finesse. |
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Lafite Rothschild
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,851 -
SG$5,760
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)This hits you right off the first nose, driven by slate and crushed rocks, setting the tone and the architecture, guiding the fruit through the palate. Cassis, bilberry, tobacco leaf, graphite, crushed mint, finessed and sculpted, this is a gorgeous Lafite, with fine tannins and the squid ink character that seems to be present in all of this stable of wines except Moulin de Duhart. Hidden power, where nothing is too much and yet everything is concentrated, once again proving that the terroir at this particular spot has its own personality that stands out every year. High Cabernet as ever, combined with around 15% press wine. Not the concentration of 2022, but in many ways showcasing the essence of Lafite more squarely, and this will delight anyone lucky enough to own it in future years. 45hl/h yield, highest since 2015, harvest September 7 to 29. 100% new oak. New cellar underway, due for completion in 2027. I am giving it 10 years to begin entering its opening window, a little less than usual but it will make no difference to how long you can cellar it. |
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Bordeaux | 17 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$458.24 |
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Emanating from the fabled Château Lafon vineyards in Listrac-Médoc, France, Lafon 2020 wine is a sterling declaration of elegance. As an experienced fine wine connoisseur, I am impressed with this exceptional Bordeaux, crafted by the eminent and time-honoured Château Lafon family of winemakers. Exhibiting the true finesse of Médoc terroir, Lafon 2020 weaves together a tantalising medley of blackcurrant, plum, and velvety tannins imparting a balanced, pleasurable finish. This exuberantly rich wine is made from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, harvested manually at their prime. What sets Lafon 2020 apart is its 12 to 18 months ageing period in seasoned French oak barrels, endowing it with nuanced smoky and spicy undertones. This captivating libation truly demonstrates Lafon's commitment to quality, reflecting their devotion and passion for viniculture. Indulge in Lafon 2020's enchanting indulgence, and savour the unique essence of one of Bordeaux's most respected producers. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$755.87 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Loads of red and black currants, lead pencil shavings, tobacco, and dried flower notes emerge from the 2020 Château Langoa Barton, a gorgeous looking 2020 offering medium to full-bodied richness, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It has the concentrated, backward vibe of the vintage yet brings remarkable opulence and texture. It's impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,403.29 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is a really together second wine of Angélus with a tight and focused center palate of blackberries and hints of chocolate and hazelnuts. Firm and very fine tannins and a long and persistent finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,245.24 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is very fine and racy with refined tannins that are long and really precise. It’s medium-bodied with a lovely, creamy texture. Really long and bright. |
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Les Carmes Haut-Brion
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-99 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$896 -
SG$1,065
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James Suckling (98-99)This is a fantastic wine and very, very exciting, with purity and brightness to the floral, spicy and blackberry notes. It |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,265.52 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (96)The 2016 Les Forts de Latour is the clear highlight among these new releases from Latour. The first thing that is evident about the 2016 is the pedigree of the vintage. Undisputedly great. Readers will find a potent, dark Forts de Latour endowed with massive concentration and tons of depth. The 2016 won't be ready to drink anytime soon, but it holds tons of promise. Hints of gravel, sage, licorice and pencil shavings linger. The 2016 was impressive a few years ago. It is even better today. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,138.01 |
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James Suckling (95)Juicy and spicy with fresh tobacco, redcurrants and crushed stone character. Medium to full body. Medium velvety tannins and a delicious finish. Will age beautifully as well. Better after 2026. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$878.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$954.23 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Solid red with blackberry, blueberry, chocolate and spice. Lots of hazelnut, too. It’s full-bodied with chewy, polished tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Best of the trilogy vintages? |
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Margaux
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 99-100 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,207 -
SG$4,995
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James Suckling (99-100)The aromas in this young Margaux are so primary, reminding me of grape must fermenting in the vat, then turning to perfumes and flowers. Violets and roses. Full-bodied but it comes across as so agile and bright, with vivid acidity that makes the wine crunchy and linear. As Alexis, one of the owners of Margaux said, this really shows the DNA of the estate. Weightless. One of the wines of the vintage. 3.6 pH. Blend of 89% cabernet sauvignon, 5% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$561.79 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89)The 2018 Maucaillou is a rich, heady wine, just as it was from barrel. A blast of dark cherry fruit, cedar, licorice and tobacco hits the palate, all wrapped up by firm tannins that are a bit imposing at this stage. Give the 2018 a few years in bottle. There's a lot of wine here. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$375.40 |
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Crafted with sophistication, Maurice Lapalus & Fils Macon Pierreclos Gamay 2018 presents enthusiasts with an indulgent oenophilic experience. Hailing from Macon Pierreclos, situated in the prestigious Burgundy region of France, this fine wine encapsulates the region's renowned terroir in every bottle. Made entirely from hand-picked Gamay grapes, this vino expertly showcases the varietal’s ruby colouration and exuberant fruit qualities. The fervent dedication of Maurice Lapalus & Fils, a fifth-generation family-owned winery, is imbued in each sip taken. Aged in oak barrels, it boasts a perfectly balanced texture, resplendent with irresistible aromas of ripe red fruits, delicate spices, and subtle undertones of vanilla. Guided by sustainable farming and a commitment to authenticity, Maurice Lapalus & Fils Macon Pierreclos Gamay 2018 is a true testament to innovative French viticulture. This remarkable wine offers a stunningly versatile pairing experience; savor it alongside succulent roasts or indulge without accompaniment to fully appreciate its opulent nuances. |
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Montrose
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 99-100 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$1,186 -
SG$1,408
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James Suckling (99-100)Wow. This is the essence of Montrose, with blackberry, blackcurrant, crushed stone and earth. I have not tasted a Montrose like this in 42 years of my career. It has a much more vertical nature to it, with layered tannins that go very deep and long, The muscular structure and intensity is something else. This is a new era for Montrose. It is now made from only 45 hectares of vineyards right in front of the chateau, instead of about 60 before. 75% cabernet sauvignon, 21% merlot and 4% cabernet franc. |
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Mouton Rothschild
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,223 -
SG$5,015
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)High Cabernet, and the grape is dominant not just in blend but character, totally delicious, with tension, flesh, and confidence, building layers of black fruits, graphite, cocoa bean, espresso, pomegranate and smoked earth throughout the palate. When Cabernet works at Mouton, it is hard to beat, and it's on full display in 2023. One of my clear wines of the vintage. Of any vintage. 100% new oak for ageing. 40% grand vin, harvest September 7 to 30. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$993.45 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a special wine with unique black-cherry character and hints of hazelnuts. Full bodied, tight and totally melted together with the firm and ultra-fine tannins Extremely long. |
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Pagodes de Cos
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 93-94 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$312 -
SG$371
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James Suckling (93-94)The polished and creamy texture here is extremely attractive, with blueberry, blackcurrant and crushed-stone aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied with linear tannins, showing polish and finesse. Creamy mouth-feel. Second wine of Cos. 12.9% alcohol. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot, 2% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. |
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Pichon Comtesse Reserve
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 93 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$293 -
SG$348
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (93)The success of Pichon over recent years extends to its second wine also, and this delivers waves of cassis bud and red roses on the opening beats, followed up by vibrant raspberry and and blackberry fruits, easier drinking than the powerhouse 2022. A vintage that sees 50 years of Pichon Comtesse Reserve (once known, of course, as Reserve de la Comtesse). 55% of the production, more than usual because they were focusing so much on Cabernet for the main wine. Nicolas Glumineau director. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,398.97 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Rapet's 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru opens in the glass with aromas of pear, citrus oil, white flowers, hazelnuts and wheat toast. On the palate, it's full-bodied, satiny and textural, with real depth and concentration, its rich and fleshy core of fruit structured around ripe acids and chalky dry extract. In a more gourmand, exotic register, this has turned out very well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-94 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. GST
SG$892.06 |
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Vinous - Ian D'Agata (91-94)Bright, pale yellow. Lively lemon, tangerine, mango and papaya aromas are complicated by menthol and smoky botrytis. Sweet, silky and suave, delivering enticing, very pure flavors of peach nectar, guava and honey. This offers plenty of volume and richness without excess weight and finishes with sneaky length. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. GST
SG$815.76 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2020 La Réserve de Léoville Barton has a crisp blackberry, tobacco and slight minty bouquet with impressive harmony. The palate is medium-bodied with finely-chiseled tannins, not deep or concentrated, yet showing much more precision than the La Réserves that I used to taste a decade ago. Classy. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$778.74 |
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Decanter (97)An exceptional wine, this is just stuffed full of exotic fruits, layers of apricot, saffron, truffle and citrus, all powering through the palate with a mouthwatering finish. An early harvest - they finished picking in 2017 the same day that they started in 2018, and the crop showed unusually pure botrytis, needing less sorting than usual. Absolutely one to look out for. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$671.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite Frederic Magnien Chambolle-Musigny VV 2018, crafted by the renowned fifth-generation Burgundian winemaker, Frederic Magnien. Born of the Chambolle-Musigny vineyards in France's prestigious Côte de Nuits, this vibrant, delectable Pinot Noir is reflective of the terroir's celebrated elegance and ethereal quality. The grapes were harvested at their optimum maturity, subjected to rigorous sorting, and spontaneously fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aging occurred in French oak barrels, lending the wine nuanced tones. The Frederic Magnien Chambolle-Musigny VV 2018 presents an aromatic bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and subtle earthiness. On the palate, it enchants with its harmonious blend of fruit intensity and refined tannins, leading to a lingering finish. This wine, encapsulating Frederic Magnien's dedication to organic viticulture and modern winemaking techniques, is truly an enchanting representation of Burgundy's finesse. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$524.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94+)The 2016 Acte 8 is fabulous. The 2016 literally soars out of the glass with a stunning range of aromatics. Rose petal, blood orange, pomegranate, mint and sweet raspberry are all vivid. Once again, I am totally blown away by the purity of the flavors. Even with all of its intensity, the 2016 retains terrific freshness and energy. Most of the clonal material now is from Lafleur. With their 2016, the Guinaudeau family challenges many of the preconceptions of what Fronsac is and can be. This is a stunning wine. |
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Haut-Brion
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,198 -
SG$4,986
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)This is an exceptional Haut-Brion, offering juice and elegant balance alongside classically structured layers, generous but restrained, sense of architecture and building blocks of a truly great Left Bank wine. Rippling with sinewy muscles, juicy and controlled, packed with cocoa bean, espresso, liouqorice root, but none of these flavours dominate, knitted together, with a vertical lift. 100% new oak, Jean-Philippe Delmas director, Jean-Philippe Masclef technical director, no outside consultant. |
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Alsace | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$673.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
SG$2,990.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (98)The 2007 L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne has a ripe and generous bouquet with orange pith, apricot, crème brûlée and quince, unfurling beautifully in the glass. The palate is supremely well balanced with fine definition, wonderful acidity and a composed, almost Tokaji-like finish that lingers with enticing marmalade and quince notes. So precise. So delicious. |
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Bordeaux | 45 | - |
In Bond
SG$640.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
SG$759.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2010 La Tour Blanche is well endowed on the nose with scents of acacia honey, yellow plum and orange rind, just a touch of saffron emerging with time (a leitmotif of this vintage.) The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. This feels spicier than its peers, finely tuned towards the finish with a touch of ginger on the aftertaste. Excellent. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 97 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$823.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)A wine of stunning beauty, the 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey is so remarkably vivid from the very first taste. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Orchard fruit, tangerine, passion fruit mint and exotic floral overtones all grace this precise, wonderfully inviting Sauternes from Silvio Denz. Lafaurie-Peyraguey is pure and total finesse. |
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Lafite Rothschild
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,851 -
SG$5,760
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)This hits you right off the first nose, driven by slate and crushed rocks, setting the tone and the architecture, guiding the fruit through the palate. Cassis, bilberry, tobacco leaf, graphite, crushed mint, finessed and sculpted, this is a gorgeous Lafite, with fine tannins and the squid ink character that seems to be present in all of this stable of wines except Moulin de Duhart. Hidden power, where nothing is too much and yet everything is concentrated, once again proving that the terroir at this particular spot has its own personality that stands out every year. High Cabernet as ever, combined with around 15% press wine. Not the concentration of 2022, but in many ways showcasing the essence of Lafite more squarely, and this will delight anyone lucky enough to own it in future years. 45hl/h yield, highest since 2015, harvest September 7 to 29. 100% new oak. New cellar underway, due for completion in 2027. I am giving it 10 years to begin entering its opening window, a little less than usual but it will make no difference to how long you can cellar it. |
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Bordeaux | 17 | - |
In Bond
SG$361.00 |
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Emanating from the fabled Château Lafon vineyards in Listrac-Médoc, France, Lafon 2020 wine is a sterling declaration of elegance. As an experienced fine wine connoisseur, I am impressed with this exceptional Bordeaux, crafted by the eminent and time-honoured Château Lafon family of winemakers. Exhibiting the true finesse of Médoc terroir, Lafon 2020 weaves together a tantalising medley of blackcurrant, plum, and velvety tannins imparting a balanced, pleasurable finish. This exuberantly rich wine is made from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, harvested manually at their prime. What sets Lafon 2020 apart is its 12 to 18 months ageing period in seasoned French oak barrels, endowing it with nuanced smoky and spicy undertones. This captivating libation truly demonstrates Lafon's commitment to quality, reflecting their devotion and passion for viniculture. Indulge in Lafon 2020's enchanting indulgence, and savour the unique essence of one of Bordeaux's most respected producers. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
In Bond
SG$640.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Loads of red and black currants, lead pencil shavings, tobacco, and dried flower notes emerge from the 2020 Château Langoa Barton, a gorgeous looking 2020 offering medium to full-bodied richness, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It has the concentrated, backward vibe of the vintage yet brings remarkable opulence and texture. It's impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,230.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is a really together second wine of Angélus with a tight and focused center palate of blackberries and hints of chocolate and hazelnuts. Firm and very fine tannins and a long and persistent finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,085.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is very fine and racy with refined tannins that are long and really precise. It’s medium-bodied with a lovely, creamy texture. Really long and bright. |
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Les Carmes Haut-Brion
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-99 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$896 -
SG$1,065
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James Suckling (98-99)This is a fantastic wine and very, very exciting, with purity and brightness to the floral, spicy and blackberry notes. It |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$2,025.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (96)The 2016 Les Forts de Latour is the clear highlight among these new releases from Latour. The first thing that is evident about the 2016 is the pedigree of the vintage. Undisputedly great. Readers will find a potent, dark Forts de Latour endowed with massive concentration and tons of depth. The 2016 won't be ready to drink anytime soon, but it holds tons of promise. Hints of gravel, sage, licorice and pencil shavings linger. The 2016 was impressive a few years ago. It is even better today. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,910.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Juicy and spicy with fresh tobacco, redcurrants and crushed stone character. Medium to full body. Medium velvety tannins and a delicious finish. Will age beautifully as well. Better after 2026. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$756.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$820.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Solid red with blackberry, blueberry, chocolate and spice. Lots of hazelnut, too. It’s full-bodied with chewy, polished tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Best of the trilogy vintages? |
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Margaux
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 99-100 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,207 -
SG$4,995
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James Suckling (99-100)The aromas in this young Margaux are so primary, reminding me of grape must fermenting in the vat, then turning to perfumes and flowers. Violets and roses. Full-bodied but it comes across as so agile and bright, with vivid acidity that makes the wine crunchy and linear. As Alexis, one of the owners of Margaux said, this really shows the DNA of the estate. Weightless. One of the wines of the vintage. 3.6 pH. Blend of 89% cabernet sauvignon, 5% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$456.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89)The 2018 Maucaillou is a rich, heady wine, just as it was from barrel. A blast of dark cherry fruit, cedar, licorice and tobacco hits the palate, all wrapped up by firm tannins that are a bit imposing at this stage. Give the 2018 a few years in bottle. There's a lot of wine here. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$285.00 |
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Crafted with sophistication, Maurice Lapalus & Fils Macon Pierreclos Gamay 2018 presents enthusiasts with an indulgent oenophilic experience. Hailing from Macon Pierreclos, situated in the prestigious Burgundy region of France, this fine wine encapsulates the region's renowned terroir in every bottle. Made entirely from hand-picked Gamay grapes, this vino expertly showcases the varietal’s ruby colouration and exuberant fruit qualities. The fervent dedication of Maurice Lapalus & Fils, a fifth-generation family-owned winery, is imbued in each sip taken. Aged in oak barrels, it boasts a perfectly balanced texture, resplendent with irresistible aromas of ripe red fruits, delicate spices, and subtle undertones of vanilla. Guided by sustainable farming and a commitment to authenticity, Maurice Lapalus & Fils Macon Pierreclos Gamay 2018 is a true testament to innovative French viticulture. This remarkable wine offers a stunningly versatile pairing experience; savor it alongside succulent roasts or indulge without accompaniment to fully appreciate its opulent nuances. |
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Montrose
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 99-100 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$1,186 -
SG$1,408
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James Suckling (99-100)Wow. This is the essence of Montrose, with blackberry, blackcurrant, crushed stone and earth. I have not tasted a Montrose like this in 42 years of my career. It has a much more vertical nature to it, with layered tannins that go very deep and long, The muscular structure and intensity is something else. This is a new era for Montrose. It is now made from only 45 hectares of vineyards right in front of the chateau, instead of about 60 before. 75% cabernet sauvignon, 21% merlot and 4% cabernet franc. |
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Mouton Rothschild
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 98-100 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$4,223 -
SG$5,015
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98-100)High Cabernet, and the grape is dominant not just in blend but character, totally delicious, with tension, flesh, and confidence, building layers of black fruits, graphite, cocoa bean, espresso, pomegranate and smoked earth throughout the palate. When Cabernet works at Mouton, it is hard to beat, and it's on full display in 2023. One of my clear wines of the vintage. Of any vintage. 100% new oak for ageing. 40% grand vin, harvest September 7 to 30. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$854.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a special wine with unique black-cherry character and hints of hazelnuts. Full bodied, tight and totally melted together with the firm and ultra-fine tannins Extremely long. |
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Pagodes de Cos
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 93-94 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
SG$312 -
SG$371
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James Suckling (93-94)The polished and creamy texture here is extremely attractive, with blueberry, blackcurrant and crushed-stone aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied with linear tannins, showing polish and finesse. Creamy mouth-feel. Second wine of Cos. 12.9% alcohol. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot, 2% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. |
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Pichon Comtesse Reserve
(12x37.5cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 93 (JA) |
Expected Price Range
SG$293 -
SG$348
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (93)The success of Pichon over recent years extends to its second wine also, and this delivers waves of cassis bud and red roses on the opening beats, followed up by vibrant raspberry and and blackberry fruits, easier drinking than the powerhouse 2022. A vintage that sees 50 years of Pichon Comtesse Reserve (once known, of course, as Reserve de la Comtesse). 55% of the production, more than usual because they were focusing so much on Cabernet for the main wine. Nicolas Glumineau director. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,230.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Rapet's 2018 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru opens in the glass with aromas of pear, citrus oil, white flowers, hazelnuts and wheat toast. On the palate, it's full-bodied, satiny and textural, with real depth and concentration, its rich and fleshy core of fruit structured around ripe acids and chalky dry extract. In a more gourmand, exotic register, this has turned out very well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-94 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
SG$759.00 |
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Vinous - Ian D'Agata (91-94)Bright, pale yellow. Lively lemon, tangerine, mango and papaya aromas are complicated by menthol and smoky botrytis. Sweet, silky and suave, delivering enticing, very pure flavors of peach nectar, guava and honey. This offers plenty of volume and richness without excess weight and finishes with sneaky length. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
SG$689.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2020 La Réserve de Léoville Barton has a crisp blackberry, tobacco and slight minty bouquet with impressive harmony. The palate is medium-bodied with finely-chiseled tannins, not deep or concentrated, yet showing much more precision than the La Réserves that I used to taste a decade ago. Classy. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$659.00 |
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Decanter (97)An exceptional wine, this is just stuffed full of exotic fruits, layers of apricot, saffron, truffle and citrus, all powering through the palate with a mouthwatering finish. An early harvest - they finished picking in 2017 the same day that they started in 2018, and the crop showed unusually pure botrytis, needing less sorting than usual. Absolutely one to look out for. |
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