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 | 1 | 97 (IB) |
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SG$79,414.70 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97)5 Star Wine. Situated in Les Orveaux, looking to the north, cool overnight but warms up very well in the day. Starts to ripen late and steadily. Right from first sniff this is clearly a wine with immense potential. The taste of sandalwood. A sensational sweet deep raspberry with this beautiful savoury touch, reminiscent of fresh blood oranges. This 2017 Echezeaux has years ahead of it! Tasted: November 2019. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$54,014.41 |
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Discover the exquisitely made Bizot Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Elise Fermouche 2017, a striking embodiment of elegance from one of the most coveted vineyards in Burgundy. This private-domain jewel is crafted in a classically understated way by the extraordinarily discerning Jean-Yves Bizot. Notably, this wine mirrors his avant-garde winemaking approach, combining traditional practices with biodynamic principles and minimal intervention. The wine speaks volumes of its magnificent terroir, dazzling with the distinctive savoury depth of Vosne-Romanee, leavened by piercingly pure red and black fruit flavours. Characteristically, the wine exhibits Bizot's signature finesse, integrating refined tannins, complex aromas, and pristine acidity, resulting in a harmonious, long-lasting finish. The Bizot Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Elise Fermouche 2017 showcases the diversity of fine wines, featuring a calculated blend of intensity, freshness, and subtlety, setting a higher bar for Premier Cru wines. This magical wine, a sheer joy to sip, is worth savouring by discerning wine enthusiasts and collectors alike. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (GS) |
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SG$12,943.95 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (96)A beautifully plush signature Bizot nose with dusty chalky mineral sappy floral lapsang Souchong tea spice notes over earthy bramble berries, mulberry compote, black berry and peppermint crisp nuances. The palate is weightless yet intense, focusing the senses with its stony mineral pithy black fruits, black cherry reduction, black currant, pomegranate and delicately savoury mineral spice. An ethereal expression. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$59,220.09 |
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Experience the majestic allure of the Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017, a masterpiece from the illustrious producer Jean-Yves Bizot. Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, France, this complex Pinot Noir is indicative of Bizot's innovative yet refined winemaking method. With grapes meticulously hand-picked, each vintage demonstrates Bizot's profound respect for terroir. The Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017 offers a captivating palette of black cherries, raspberries, and subtle spice notes, wreathed in an enchanting bouquet of violets. The wine thrives in limestone-rich soil which contributes to its distinctive mineral edge and exquisite balance. Jean-Yves' minimalist intervention approach shines through, with organic farming, minimal sulphur usage and ageing in old oak barrels. Absorb the luxury of the Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and timeless French viticultural traditions. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$2,102.39 |
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Hailing from the illustrious vineyards of Burgundy, the Blain-Gagnard Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2017 is a stellar embodiment of French winemaking heritage. The house of Blain-Gagnard, unchallenged in their dedication to tradition and quality, have meticulously crafted this ruby gem. Notably, the wine is vinified in oak casks, which brings out the elegant subtlety of its fruity underpinnings. On the palate, this Volnay 1er Cru Champans titillates with a perfect balance of bright fresh cherry notes and round, robust tannins. The finish is polished, long and mineral-driven, demonstrating the unique terroir of Burgundy's soil. The vintage of 2017 was a favorable one, allowing Blain-Gagnard to create a wine of remarkable consistency and character. Exclusively procured for lovers of fine wine, the Blain-Gagnard Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2017 offers a journey into the very heart of timeless Burgundian viticulture. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
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SG$790.77 |
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James Suckling (93)A dense and fresh white at the same time with cooked apples, lemon rind and minerals. Bright and vivid yet shows depth and seriousness. Phenolic and vivid. Hints of fresh herbs. Drink or hold. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
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SG$1,089.54 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is showing superbly from bottle, wafting from the glass with a complex and beautifully integrated bouquet of pear, citrus oil, toasted sesame, warm bread, oyster shell and white flowers. On the palate, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with a racy spine of acidity and superb concentration without weight, followed by a long, defined finish. Surpassing the high expectations I formed a year ago, this would appear to be the finest wine produced at Bonneau du Martray for over a decade. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97-99 (WA) |
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SG$535.60 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)I was blown away by the prodigious fruit in the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes. Quantities are only maybe half of the 2016, so you can imagine how concentrated and rich this baby is. Waves of raspberry and cherry fruit are seductive on the nose, then crash over the palate with a tsunami of concentration and power. If time in the cellar can coax some additional elegance out of the wine, it could be a candidate for perfection. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$1,257.27 |
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Decanter (93)Bouchard Père's historic 4ha parcel at the centre of this excellent premier cru is the 'filet mignon' of Grèves, according to Frédéric Weber. Owned by the négociant since 1791, this is an intense, aromatic, engagingly floral Pinot Noir with 15% stems and 30% new wood and good support from tannins and balancing acidity. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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SG$1,734.99 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The nose has a restrained, mineral edge. Gun-smoke and flinty notes, wild herbs and sous bois with super fine cherries, as well as crushed red flowers. All very delicate this early in its journey. The palate has a sleek and appealingly powerful feel that expands fully on fine, long and fresh tannins. The regal finish is already impressive. Try from 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$7,317.67 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2017 Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte Grand Cru is also showing very well from bottle, opening in the glass with a lovely bouquet of crisp green orchard fruit, citrus oil, white flowers, blanched almonds and wheat toast. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with a deep and layered core, racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While this can't quite match the mid-palate volume of the Montrachet, it certainly nods to Montrachet in style. Readers able to track down a few bottles should plan on exercising at least a decade's patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (DC) |
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SG$2,240.43 |
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Decanter (95)Bouchard have some of the biggest holdings of Corton-Charlemagne, at 3.9ha, all of them east-facing and high on the slope. This is perfumed and intense, with citrus rind and tangerine notes, chalky freshness and old-vine concentration. The oak is assertive but well integrated. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
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SG$2,438.79 |
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James Suckling (93-94)The stunning floral depth to the nose is very attractive here with plenty of roses and violets, as well as ripe red cherries. Very plush, long and layered tannin weave with an expressive, fleshy and round center. There’s softness, as well as a bit of cut from the 50 per cent whole-cluster ferment. Try from 2022. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$4,154.79 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Montrachet Grand Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, although it is nothing to get too worried about. I think it has exceptional mineralité covered up by its youth. The medium-bodied palate is taut, fresh and quite saline, with a fine bead of acidity and some vanilla-y oak toward the very saline finish, though that will be eaten with bottle age. There is outstanding precision on the aftertaste, and that seems to be accentuated with aeration. I gave this a tepid reaction from barrel, but here in bottle, it received my highest score out of over two hundred 2017s. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$8,304.12 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Montrachet Grand Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, although it is nothing to get too worried about. I think it has exceptional mineralité covered up by its youth. The medium-bodied palate is taut, fresh and quite saline, with a fine bead of acidity and some vanilla-y oak toward the very saline finish, though that will be eaten with bottle age. There is outstanding precision on the aftertaste, and that seems to be accentuated with aeration. I gave this a tepid reaction from barrel, but here in bottle, it received my highest score out of over two hundred 2017s. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$1,182.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$971.23 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2017 Boyd-Cantenac is noticeably deep in colour. It has a very intense bouquet with baked black cherries mixed with iodine and light violet aromas, becoming more floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, but clearly much more backward than its peers with a strong Pauillac-inspired, graphite finish. A really interesting Margaux that I am fascinated to see evolve. |
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Bordeaux | 19 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$678.42 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2017 Boyd-Cantenac is noticeably deep in colour. It has a very intense bouquet with baked black cherries mixed with iodine and light violet aromas, becoming more floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, but clearly much more backward than its peers with a strong Pauillac-inspired, graphite finish. A really interesting Margaux that I am fascinated to see evolve. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$1,125.93 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Branaire-Ducru is all class and finesse. Bright and focused, the 2017 speaks with a clear, well-articulated voice. I especially like the energy here. Soft and understated in the classic Branaire style, the 2017 offers notes of red and purplish fruit intermingled with expressive floral and spice notes. The 2017 is such a pretty Saint-Julien. Tasted two times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
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SG$1,251.28 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)While the wood flavors are palpable in this wine, so are the firm tannins and dense black fruit. These elements suggest a wine that will have power and great concentration while also generous blackberry fruits. Drink from 2024. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95 (WE) |
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SG$624.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)While the wood flavors are palpable in this wine, so are the firm tannins and dense black fruit. These elements suggest a wine that will have power and great concentration while also generous blackberry fruits. Drink from 2024. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$6,292.53 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has a lifted, perfumed and quite floral bouquet of brambly red fruit infused with wilted rose petal and a touch of blood orange. Gorgeous! The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure, a killer line of acidity and perhaps some discreet stem addition, as it is overtly peppery toward the finish. Plenty of freshness and quite linear. Classic Burgundy. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$3,391.51 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has a lifted, perfumed and quite floral bouquet of brambly red fruit infused with wilted rose petal and a touch of blood orange. Gorgeous! The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure, a killer line of acidity and perhaps some discreet stem addition, as it is overtly peppery toward the finish. Plenty of freshness and quite linear. Classic Burgundy. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$4,198.11 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru has an open, generous bouquet of predominantly red fruit, a little earthier than its peers but still gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, saturated tannins. It’s a little creamy in texture because of the oak, but there is plenty of fruit here and an almost sorbet-like freshness on the finish. Blimey... this surpasses all expectations and is contender for wine of the vintage. Brilliant. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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SG$1,309.61 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Fonteny 1er Cru, which contains 40% whole bunch fruit, has a very detailed bouquet of crushed-stone-infused, minerally fruit; hints of incense and lavender emerge with time in the glass. The palate is fresh and vibrant right from the start, offering candied tart red fruit mixed with orange zest and citrus peel, wonderful definition and such vivacity on the finish that you will beg for another sip straight away. Might this surpass the Clos Saint-Jacques this year? |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$3,590.24 |
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Vinous (92)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru has a beautifully defined, elegant bouquet of disarming purity – a real charmer. The palate is very well balanced, demonstrating assiduous use of stems. Poised, natural and tensile toward the tart finish, this is classic Gevrey-Chambertin, very well crafted if just a little exotic in style. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$1,868.70 |
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Vinous (92)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru has a beautifully defined, elegant bouquet of disarming purity – a real charmer. The palate is very well balanced, demonstrating assiduous use of stems. Poised, natural and tensile toward the tart finish, this is classic Gevrey-Chambertin, very well crafted if just a little exotic in style. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$2,287.32 |
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The Bruno Clavelier Corton Grand Cru Le Rognet 2017 is one of France's most distinguished wines hailing from the esteemed Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy. Artisanal winemaker Bruno Clavelier uncovers the terroir's true expression using biodynamic methods in harmony with tradition. Clavelier adopts meticulous hand-harvesting, naturally fermented indigenous yeasts, and maturation in French oak barrels, producing a wine combining intensity with elegance. This Grand Cru encapsulates deep layers of rich dark berries seamlessly interlaced with subtle traces of wild spice and earthy undertones, delivering a profoundly poised finish. It excels in complexity, harmony, and longevity, making it a worthy addition to any discerning collector's cellar. Relish the unrivalled depth of this 2017 vintage and marvel at the quintessence of Burgundian terroir embodied in each sip of the Bruno Clavelier Corton Grand Cru Le Rognet 2017. Please drink responsibly. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-96 (IB) |
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SG$2,285.16 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-96)Also from 70-year-old vines, this time on the Flagey side, more east-facing than south and no cool air effect from the combe. The roots start spreading in the clay then become stricter on the minerals. Just like the wine Bruno says. Fine full purple, a warm sunny deep red fruit here, impressive weight, certainly softer and sunnier than Brûlées then kicks on with just a touch of mineral freshness. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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SG$1,469.28 |
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Produced in Burgundy’s famed Mercurey region, the Bruno Lorenzon Mercurey 1er Cru Champs Martin Blanc 2017 represents the epitome of exceptional French winemaking. This vintage is another testament to Bruno Lorenzon's meticulous craftsmanship, a winemaker renowned for his focus on expressing terroir and variety in the purest form. The wine is produced from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Premier Cru vineyard 'Champs Martin', a testament to the prized calcareous-clay soils. The Bruno Lorenzon Mercurey 1er Cru Champs Martin Blanc 2017 reveals itself with a bouquet of white peaches, citrus fruits and subtle hints of vanilla. The palate is marked by precise acidity, mineral undertones and a distinguished structuring, demonstrating Lorenzon’s expert barrel ageing. An endearing and lasting finish enhances the overall character. It is a wine of great charm and complexity, best enjoyed with seafood or classic French cuisine. A must-buy for any fine wine enthusiast desiring an exquisite expression of Burgundy Chardonnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (IB) |
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SG$72,810.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97)5 Star Wine. Situated in Les Orveaux, looking to the north, cool overnight but warms up very well in the day. Starts to ripen late and steadily. Right from first sniff this is clearly a wine with immense potential. The taste of sandalwood. A sensational sweet deep raspberry with this beautiful savoury touch, reminiscent of fresh blood oranges. This 2017 Echezeaux has years ahead of it! Tasted: November 2019. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$49,505.00 |
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Discover the exquisitely made Bizot Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Elise Fermouche 2017, a striking embodiment of elegance from one of the most coveted vineyards in Burgundy. This private-domain jewel is crafted in a classically understated way by the extraordinarily discerning Jean-Yves Bizot. Notably, this wine mirrors his avant-garde winemaking approach, combining traditional practices with biodynamic principles and minimal intervention. The wine speaks volumes of its magnificent terroir, dazzling with the distinctive savoury depth of Vosne-Romanee, leavened by piercingly pure red and black fruit flavours. Characteristically, the wine exhibits Bizot's signature finesse, integrating refined tannins, complex aromas, and pristine acidity, resulting in a harmonious, long-lasting finish. The Bizot Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Elise Fermouche 2017 showcases the diversity of fine wines, featuring a calculated blend of intensity, freshness, and subtlety, setting a higher bar for Premier Cru wines. This magical wine, a sheer joy to sip, is worth savouring by discerning wine enthusiasts and collectors alike. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (GS) |
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SG$11,860.00 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (96)A beautifully plush signature Bizot nose with dusty chalky mineral sappy floral lapsang Souchong tea spice notes over earthy bramble berries, mulberry compote, black berry and peppermint crisp nuances. The palate is weightless yet intense, focusing the senses with its stony mineral pithy black fruits, black cherry reduction, black currant, pomegranate and delicately savoury mineral spice. An ethereal expression. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$54,300.00 |
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Experience the majestic allure of the Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017, a masterpiece from the illustrious producer Jean-Yves Bizot. Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, France, this complex Pinot Noir is indicative of Bizot's innovative yet refined winemaking method. With grapes meticulously hand-picked, each vintage demonstrates Bizot's profound respect for terroir. The Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017 offers a captivating palette of black cherries, raspberries, and subtle spice notes, wreathed in an enchanting bouquet of violets. The wine thrives in limestone-rich soil which contributes to its distinctive mineral edge and exquisite balance. Jean-Yves' minimalist intervention approach shines through, with organic farming, minimal sulphur usage and ageing in old oak barrels. Absorb the luxury of the Bizot Vosne-Romanee Les Jachees 2017, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and timeless French viticultural traditions. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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SG$1,810.00 |
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Hailing from the illustrious vineyards of Burgundy, the Blain-Gagnard Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2017 is a stellar embodiment of French winemaking heritage. The house of Blain-Gagnard, unchallenged in their dedication to tradition and quality, have meticulously crafted this ruby gem. Notably, the wine is vinified in oak casks, which brings out the elegant subtlety of its fruity underpinnings. On the palate, this Volnay 1er Cru Champans titillates with a perfect balance of bright fresh cherry notes and round, robust tannins. The finish is polished, long and mineral-driven, demonstrating the unique terroir of Burgundy's soil. The vintage of 2017 was a favorable one, allowing Blain-Gagnard to create a wine of remarkable consistency and character. Exclusively procured for lovers of fine wine, the Blain-Gagnard Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2017 offers a journey into the very heart of timeless Burgundian viticulture. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
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SG$674.00 |
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James Suckling (93)A dense and fresh white at the same time with cooked apples, lemon rind and minerals. Bright and vivid yet shows depth and seriousness. Phenolic and vivid. Hints of fresh herbs. Drink or hold. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
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SG$991.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is showing superbly from bottle, wafting from the glass with a complex and beautifully integrated bouquet of pear, citrus oil, toasted sesame, warm bread, oyster shell and white flowers. On the palate, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with a racy spine of acidity and superb concentration without weight, followed by a long, defined finish. Surpassing the high expectations I formed a year ago, this would appear to be the finest wine produced at Bonneau du Martray for over a decade. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97-99 (WA) |
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SG$430.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)I was blown away by the prodigious fruit in the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes. Quantities are only maybe half of the 2016, so you can imagine how concentrated and rich this baby is. Waves of raspberry and cherry fruit are seductive on the nose, then crash over the palate with a tsunami of concentration and power. If time in the cellar can coax some additional elegance out of the wine, it could be a candidate for perfection. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$1,100.00 |
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Decanter (93)Bouchard Père's historic 4ha parcel at the centre of this excellent premier cru is the 'filet mignon' of Grèves, according to Frédéric Weber. Owned by the négociant since 1791, this is an intense, aromatic, engagingly floral Pinot Noir with 15% stems and 30% new wood and good support from tannins and balancing acidity. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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SG$1,565.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The nose has a restrained, mineral edge. Gun-smoke and flinty notes, wild herbs and sous bois with super fine cherries, as well as crushed red flowers. All very delicate this early in its journey. The palate has a sleek and appealingly powerful feel that expands fully on fine, long and fresh tannins. The regal finish is already impressive. Try from 2023. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$6,660.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2017 Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte Grand Cru is also showing very well from bottle, opening in the glass with a lovely bouquet of crisp green orchard fruit, citrus oil, white flowers, blanched almonds and wheat toast. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with a deep and layered core, racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While this can't quite match the mid-palate volume of the Montrachet, it certainly nods to Montrachet in style. Readers able to track down a few bottles should plan on exercising at least a decade's patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (DC) |
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SG$2,000.00 |
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Decanter (95)Bouchard have some of the biggest holdings of Corton-Charlemagne, at 3.9ha, all of them east-facing and high on the slope. This is perfumed and intense, with citrus rind and tangerine notes, chalky freshness and old-vine concentration. The oak is assertive but well integrated. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
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SG$2,180.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)The stunning floral depth to the nose is very attractive here with plenty of roses and violets, as well as ripe red cherries. Very plush, long and layered tannin weave with an expressive, fleshy and round center. There’s softness, as well as a bit of cut from the 50 per cent whole-cluster ferment. Try from 2022. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$3,785.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Montrachet Grand Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, although it is nothing to get too worried about. I think it has exceptional mineralité covered up by its youth. The medium-bodied palate is taut, fresh and quite saline, with a fine bead of acidity and some vanilla-y oak toward the very saline finish, though that will be eaten with bottle age. There is outstanding precision on the aftertaste, and that seems to be accentuated with aeration. I gave this a tepid reaction from barrel, but here in bottle, it received my highest score out of over two hundred 2017s. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$7,565.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Montrachet Grand Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, although it is nothing to get too worried about. I think it has exceptional mineralité covered up by its youth. The medium-bodied palate is taut, fresh and quite saline, with a fine bead of acidity and some vanilla-y oak toward the very saline finish, though that will be eaten with bottle age. There is outstanding precision on the aftertaste, and that seems to be accentuated with aeration. I gave this a tepid reaction from barrel, but here in bottle, it received my highest score out of over two hundred 2017s. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
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SG$1,025.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$796.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2017 Boyd-Cantenac is noticeably deep in colour. It has a very intense bouquet with baked black cherries mixed with iodine and light violet aromas, becoming more floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, but clearly much more backward than its peers with a strong Pauillac-inspired, graphite finish. A really interesting Margaux that I am fascinated to see evolve. |
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Bordeaux | 19 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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SG$563.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2017 Boyd-Cantenac is noticeably deep in colour. It has a very intense bouquet with baked black cherries mixed with iodine and light violet aromas, becoming more floral with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, but clearly much more backward than its peers with a strong Pauillac-inspired, graphite finish. A really interesting Margaux that I am fascinated to see evolve. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$930.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Branaire-Ducru is all class and finesse. Bright and focused, the 2017 speaks with a clear, well-articulated voice. I especially like the energy here. Soft and understated in the classic Branaire style, the 2017 offers notes of red and purplish fruit intermingled with expressive floral and spice notes. The 2017 is such a pretty Saint-Julien. Tasted two times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
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SG$1,045.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)While the wood flavors are palpable in this wine, so are the firm tannins and dense black fruit. These elements suggest a wine that will have power and great concentration while also generous blackberry fruits. Drink from 2024. |
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SG$521.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)While the wood flavors are palpable in this wine, so are the firm tannins and dense black fruit. These elements suggest a wine that will have power and great concentration while also generous blackberry fruits. Drink from 2024. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$5,670.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has a lifted, perfumed and quite floral bouquet of brambly red fruit infused with wilted rose petal and a touch of blood orange. Gorgeous! The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure, a killer line of acidity and perhaps some discreet stem addition, as it is overtly peppery toward the finish. Plenty of freshness and quite linear. Classic Burgundy. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$3,060.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has a lifted, perfumed and quite floral bouquet of brambly red fruit infused with wilted rose petal and a touch of blood orange. Gorgeous! The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure, a killer line of acidity and perhaps some discreet stem addition, as it is overtly peppery toward the finish. Plenty of freshness and quite linear. Classic Burgundy. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$3,800.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru has an open, generous bouquet of predominantly red fruit, a little earthier than its peers but still gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, saturated tannins. It’s a little creamy in texture because of the oak, but there is plenty of fruit here and an almost sorbet-like freshness on the finish. Blimey... this surpasses all expectations and is contender for wine of the vintage. Brilliant. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-94 (VN) |
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SG$1,150.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Fonteny 1er Cru, which contains 40% whole bunch fruit, has a very detailed bouquet of crushed-stone-infused, minerally fruit; hints of incense and lavender emerge with time in the glass. The palate is fresh and vibrant right from the start, offering candied tart red fruit mixed with orange zest and citrus peel, wonderful definition and such vivacity on the finish that you will beg for another sip straight away. Might this surpass the Clos Saint-Jacques this year? |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$3,175.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru has a beautifully defined, elegant bouquet of disarming purity – a real charmer. The palate is very well balanced, demonstrating assiduous use of stems. Poised, natural and tensile toward the tart finish, this is classic Gevrey-Chambertin, very well crafted if just a little exotic in style. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$1,655.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers 1er Cru has a beautifully defined, elegant bouquet of disarming purity – a real charmer. The palate is very well balanced, demonstrating assiduous use of stems. Poised, natural and tensile toward the tart finish, this is classic Gevrey-Chambertin, very well crafted if just a little exotic in style. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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SG$2,045.00 |
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The Bruno Clavelier Corton Grand Cru Le Rognet 2017 is one of France's most distinguished wines hailing from the esteemed Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy. Artisanal winemaker Bruno Clavelier uncovers the terroir's true expression using biodynamic methods in harmony with tradition. Clavelier adopts meticulous hand-harvesting, naturally fermented indigenous yeasts, and maturation in French oak barrels, producing a wine combining intensity with elegance. This Grand Cru encapsulates deep layers of rich dark berries seamlessly interlaced with subtle traces of wild spice and earthy undertones, delivering a profoundly poised finish. It excels in complexity, harmony, and longevity, making it a worthy addition to any discerning collector's cellar. Relish the unrivalled depth of this 2017 vintage and marvel at the quintessence of Burgundian terroir embodied in each sip of the Bruno Clavelier Corton Grand Cru Le Rognet 2017. Please drink responsibly. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-96 (IB) |
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SG$2,045.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-96)Also from 70-year-old vines, this time on the Flagey side, more east-facing than south and no cool air effect from the combe. The roots start spreading in the clay then become stricter on the minerals. Just like the wine Bruno says. Fine full purple, a warm sunny deep red fruit here, impressive weight, certainly softer and sunnier than Brûlées then kicks on with just a touch of mineral freshness. |
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SG$1,245.00 |
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Produced in Burgundy’s famed Mercurey region, the Bruno Lorenzon Mercurey 1er Cru Champs Martin Blanc 2017 represents the epitome of exceptional French winemaking. This vintage is another testament to Bruno Lorenzon's meticulous craftsmanship, a winemaker renowned for his focus on expressing terroir and variety in the purest form. The wine is produced from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Premier Cru vineyard 'Champs Martin', a testament to the prized calcareous-clay soils. The Bruno Lorenzon Mercurey 1er Cru Champs Martin Blanc 2017 reveals itself with a bouquet of white peaches, citrus fruits and subtle hints of vanilla. The palate is marked by precise acidity, mineral undertones and a distinguished structuring, demonstrating Lorenzon’s expert barrel ageing. An endearing and lasting finish enhances the overall character. It is a wine of great charm and complexity, best enjoyed with seafood or classic French cuisine. A must-buy for any fine wine enthusiast desiring an exquisite expression of Burgundy Chardonnay. |
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