Italy - All Italian Wines
Italy, known as the "Land of Wine," is celebrated for its exquisite range of fine wines. With a winemaking history dating back thousands of years and a diverse array of terroirs, Italy offers a remarkable collection of wines that delight the senses and captivate wine enthusiasts worldwide.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido have become synonymous with excellence. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards like Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins. Veneto, renowned for its sparkling Prosecco wines, is also famous for Amarone della Valpolicella. Vineyards like Allegrini and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture. Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality.
These are just a few examples of the renowned vineyards and wines Italy has to offer. From the northern regions of Piedmont and Veneto to the central regions of Tuscany and Umbria, and down to the southern regions of Sicily and Puglia, Italy's wine regions are a treasure trove of exceptional wines. Experience the allure of Italian wines and immerse yourself in the rich history, diverse terroirs, and passionate winemaking that define the Italian wine scene. Whether you're sipping a prestigious Barolo, a refined Brunello di Montalcino, a refreshing Prosecco, or a bold Nero d'Avola, Italian wines promise a journey of flavors and a celebration of Italy's winemaking heritage.
Italy - All Italian Wines
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$1,139.51 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is coy at first, brooding, with dark dusty florals, exotic spices and a hint of brown sugar; yet time in the glass allows it to blossom and show its inner beauty, as wave after wave of crushed strawberry, cherry and sweet violets lifts from the glass. On the palate, soft textures envelop the senses in sweet and savory red berry fruits, so silky and refined, as it seems to hover weightlessly, while saline minerals and youthful tannins begin to saturate all that they touch. The finish is long and structured, closing in upon itself, tugging at the cheek and reminding me that this wine is just a baby today. Simply stunning, yet in need of five to ten years of cellaring to show its best. Wow. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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SG$1,426.59 |
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From the illustrious wine-producing region of Piedmont, Italy, the exquisite Conterno Fantino Barolo Castelleto Pressenda 2013 originates. Crafted with supreme finesse by esteemed vintners Conterno Fantino, this full-bodied red wine derives from hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes grown on the Castelleto Pressenda vineyard's charming slopes. Rigorous traditional techniques ensure an exceptional wine which ages elegantly for 24 months in small French oak barrels before a further 20 months in-bottle ageing. The result is a harmony of flavours; an aromatic bouquet of dark fruits, sweet spices, and toasted oak, underlined by a firm tannic structure creating an ideal balance and enduring finish. This wine underscores Conterno Fantino's commitment to ecologically sustainable viticulture practices whilst delivering the soul of Italian winemaking. Presenting the Conterno Fantino Barolo Castelleto Pressenda 2013, an embodiment of the enduring legacy of fine wines from Barolo. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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SG$1,603.26 |
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Treasure the Conterno Fantino Barolo Ginestra Vigna Gris 2013, a masterstroke from the celebrated Piedmont region of Italy. Rooted in the esteemed Ginestra Cru of Monforte d'Alba, this red boasts a traditional vinification process. Hand harvesting and a lengthy maceration period are followed by 24 months' maturation in French oak before bottling. Its producer, Conterno Fantino, garners acclaim for their sustainable viticulture and meticulous vinification, resulting in vintages synonymous with quality and longevity. This sophisticated Barolo houses an enticing nose of dark fruit, rose, and hints of spice. As you immerse yourself in the complex palate, expect ripe tannins interwoven with vibrant acidity. Layers of dark cherries, truffles, and leather unfurl, culminating in a long, stunning finish. Wrap yourself in the elegant power of Conterno Fantino Barolo Ginestra Vigna Gris 2013 – a sublime testament to Italian winemaking. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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SG$883.34 |
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If elegance and complexity could be bottled, it would no doubt taste like the Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013. Produced in the prestigious Mosconi vineyard in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy, this ravishing red represents the height of traditional Italian wine crafting. Each grape used in the Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013 is hand-harvested, ensuring optimal ripeness. The meticulous crafting of this Barolo involves 24 months maturation in French oak barriques, followed by a further refinement in the bottle. Every sip reveals luscious layers of blue fruits, sweet spices and elegant tannic structure, rounded off by an impressively long finish. In the world of Barolos, Conterno Fantino are renowned innovators, their commitment to quality striking in each vintage they produce. The Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013 is no exception, offering a sublime tasting experience for both connoisseurs and newcomers to the illustrious world of Italian wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,245.24 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a whole other level of fiber and textural richness. This is a stunning wine from thicker soils that deliver more structure, firmness and overall depth. With that superiore richness, the wine is also endowed with balanced acidity, plump primary fruit and an elegant touch of balsam or menthol herb on the finish. This drives the finish forward for a few long and glorious minutes. Dig deeper still, and you find a sweet note of chocolate hazelnut. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$905.14 |
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Vinous (93)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Vigna del Gris is another super-intriguing Barolo from Conterno-Fantino. Sweet, floral aromatics meld into a core of bright red stone fruit, plum, mint and white pepper. As usual, the aromatics are quite lifted, but in the last few years, the tannins from this site have shown a bit more sweetness. As always, though, the Vigna del Gris is the most slender and feminine of the Conterno-Fantino Barolos. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$1,032.71 |
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Vinous (96)Very deep red. Flinty, floral red cherry and underbrush on the enticing, very pure, precise nose. Then silky and suave, with ripe red cherry, underbrush and savory spices lingering nicely on the long creamy finish. Another classic, outstanding Brunello from Costanti, who has made a few in his time. |
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4 | - |
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SG$732.92 |
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An exclusive offering from Italy's oldest sparkling wine house, the Contratto Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 is an embodiment of superior craftsmanship. Crafted in Canelli, Piedmont, this non-vintage Cuvée derives its unique taste from meticulous methods of vinification. The grapes are gently pressed and fermented at controlled temperatures, followed by 60 months of maturation in the bottle. Emanating elegance, the Contratto Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 unfurls a mesmerising symphony of lemon zest and green apple on the nose, dovetailed by delicate floral nuances. The palate is invigorated by brisk acidity and underlinings of minerality, rounded off by a lingering dry finish - a hallmark characteristic of the 'Pas Dose' style. A testament to Contratto's immaculate tradition spanning back to 1867, the Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 is a perfect amalgamation of artistry and legacy. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$2,431.07 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella Monte Lodoletta is my favorite wine in the retrospective, along with the amazing 2011, 2009 and 1996 vintages. This wine was released at the beginning of this year, and because Dal Forno skipped over the 2014 vintage, this is the only Amarone we will see for a while (until the highly anticipated 2015 is released). The 2013 vintage is characterized by a slightly more streamlined mouthfeel (which isn't saying much given the baseline enormity of these wines) with carefully etched aromas of black cherry, rum cake, dark chocolate and toasted espresso. The 2013 vintage was balanced overall without the sudden heat waves we saw in the summers of 2011 and 2012. The grapes finished a slow and steady ripening process over an extended growing season. The effect is graceful and focused. Put this bottle aside in your cellar for the decades to come. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,089.37 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This wine was not produced in 2012. The excellent 2013 Barolo Aeroplan Servaj (with fruit from the clay soils of Baudana in Serralunga d'Alba) is a powerful, generous and dramatic wine that promises a very long drinking future ahead. The fruit is dark, rich and exuberant. There is a touch of black cherry sweetness that is very specific to this growing site and the heavier soils that characterize it. At this young stage, the wine is slightly austere and rigid, especially in terms of mouthfeel. This is completely expected, especially in a cool vintage such as 2013. The wine needs time to unfold and blossom like a rose. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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SG$621.74 |
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Basilicata | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$280.65 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Here's a new discovery that I'd like to broadcast far and near. This Riserva is a new wine from Elena Fucci that was initiated with this vintage. It is a limited-edition wine made only in magnums. In fact, I tasted bottle number 1 of 400 made to write this review. The 2013 Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva Titolo is a dark and savory expression with an evolved and profound bouquet that covers all the bases. It offers dried fruit and blackberry with smoke, ash and crushed river stone. That mineral identity is the wine's most important defining characteristic. Aglianico tends to deliver astringent tannins, but this Riserva shows excellent integration and structural management. A new benchmark wine for southern Italy has just been created. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,297.58 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This wine delivers the goods. The 2013 Barolo Arborina is a complete and centered wine that opens to an enchanting blast of exuberant fruit. The bouquet is redolent of dark cherry and blackberry, and those aromas are thick enough to balance out the wine's savory and oak-driven side. These elements come together with seamless integration. The wine offers an important sense of textural balance as well. It feels thick, but not heavy. It shows richness but is also buoyant and bright at the same time. This is an excellent wine from the unstoppable force that is Elio Altare. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,280.10 |
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Vinous (94)The 2013 Barolo Cerretta Vigna Bricco is the most expressive of these wines today. Smooth, polished and exceptionally refined, the 2013 exudes class. Scents of lavender, violet, plum, licorice and spice notes infuse the expressive finish. Today, the Cerretta is terrific. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$747.11 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is much showier than the Ginestra Casa Matè. An ample, resonant Barolo, the Gavarini Chiniera exudes richness from the get-go. Macerated cherry, kirsch, wild flowers and mint are some of the many notes that are laced together. Ripe, silky tannins add to the wine's considerable raciness. I am somewhat surprised by how well this gorgeous wine is showing today. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$843.03 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Casa Maté does a great job of portraying its vineyard characteristics. This single vineyard is located at higher altitudes with thicker clay soils. This combination helps to build the wine's intensity, structure and muscle. It undergoes 45 days of submerged cap fermentation. Dark cherry and blackberry open the bouquet. These aromas are followed by spice, smoke, iron and crushed mineral. The robust nature of those aromas makes for a beautiful contrast to the fine, silky and more delicate (relatively speaking) nature of the mouthfeel. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$1,285.26 |
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Wine Advocate (100)If any Italian wine from this decade can undeniably be called a reserve, it is the 2013 Barolo Riserva Rüncot. This wine was not made in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2017 nor 2018. (The 2013 vintage will be released commercially in February of 2020, and this is the wine's first official review.) Gianluca Grasso holds the precious bottle I tasted from as if it were a newborn child. This vintage saw a relatively long growing season, and it offers greater fruit density, structure and acidity than the last edition that was made, the 2010. There is more vibrancy here and a true sense of energy brimming right there under the surface. The wine goes through 45 days of extended maceration post-fermentation and then a solid seven years of aging between oak and bottle. The resulting Riserva Rüncot has a stunning bouquet that is all violets and prunes, followed by a classic palate of minerals, herbs, cinnamon and delicate wafts of white truffle. This wine tells a story from nose to finish, like a flashing film reel. Fewer than 5,000 bottles were made. This is a crowning achievement for the hard-working and passionate Grasso family, led by father Elio and son Gianluca. Congratulations. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$1,900.64 |
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Wine Advocate (100)If any Italian wine from this decade can undeniably be called a reserve, it is the 2013 Barolo Riserva Rüncot. This wine was not made in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2017 nor 2018. (The 2013 vintage will be released commercially in February of 2020, and this is the wine's first official review.) Gianluca Grasso holds the precious bottle I tasted from as if it were a newborn child. This vintage saw a relatively long growing season, and it offers greater fruit density, structure and acidity than the last edition that was made, the 2010. There is more vibrancy here and a true sense of energy brimming right there under the surface. The wine goes through 45 days of extended maceration post-fermentation and then a solid seven years of aging between oak and bottle. The resulting Riserva Rüncot has a stunning bouquet that is all violets and prunes, followed by a classic palate of minerals, herbs, cinnamon and delicate wafts of white truffle. This wine tells a story from nose to finish, like a flashing film reel. Fewer than 5,000 bottles were made. This is a crowning achievement for the hard-working and passionate Grasso family, led by father Elio and son Gianluca. Congratulations. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 97 (WE) |
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SG$1,250.69 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Forest floor, dried rose petal, new leather, star anise and menthol aromas align with a potpourri of dark cooking spice. The full-bodied yet linear palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed strawberry, licorice and aromatic herb set against taut, elegant tannins. Vibrant acidity lends balance, tension and an ageworthy structure. Drink 2023–2038. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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SG$848.48 |
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James Suckling (97)Wonderful complexity and subtlety here with firmness. Aromas of orange peel, stones, walnuts and dark fruits. Medium to full body, plenty of fruit and a racy finish. A beauty. Drink or hold. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$444.09 |
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Vinous (93)Bright red. Violet, herbs and faded flowers on the fragrant nose. The red cherry, licorice and orange peel flavors show good inner-mouth perfume and a youthfully chewy quality, plus a subtle hint of leather at the back that adds complexity. Strikes me as being the best entry-level Brunello from Tiezzi in years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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SG$1,519.90 |
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Savour the mastery of winemaking with the remarkable Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013. Hailing from the enchanting landscapes of Piemonte, Italy, this exquisite wine is a testament to the profound understanding and profound dedication of the producer, Fabio Gea. The terroir gifts this Nebbiolo varietal, a unique character and intrinsic complexity. Harvested manually from vines home to the leanest soils, Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013 is traditionally fermented in amphoras, lending it a distinctive minerality. The aging process of thirty-two months in Slavonian oak barrels lends layered subtleties of spice and vanilla to its robust red fruit core. Boasting a full-bodied, beautifully complex profile and graceful ageing potential, this Barbaresco Riserva reflects the authenticity and superior craftsmanship of Fabio Gea. Indulge in a symphony of palate-pleasing sensations with a bottle of Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013, a testament to Italian winemaking finesse. |
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Tuscany | 3 | - |
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SG$1,006.51 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$856.11 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This is a truly sumptuous wine that stands as a tall testament to the winemaking talents of Giampaolo Motta, his vision for interpreting this vintage and his specific vineyard site in Panzano in Chianti. This standout wine brings Fattoria la Massa to a new level of accomplishment and opens an exciting new chapter of possibility. The 2013 Giorgio Primo (50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot) is dark and impenetrable on first impact. The aromas accelerate slowly and grow evenly in power and intensity after a few quick swirls of the glass. The bouquet peels back with dark fruit aromas, baking spice and Mediterranean herb. The effect is seamless and smooth. A velvety texture is accented by full-bodied richness and just enough freshness to keep the palate energized. And, of course, this is just the beginning of a long cellar life. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$611.95 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Morellino di Scansano Riserva Poggio Valente is a breakthrough wine for Fattoria le Pupille and its talented winemaking team. This is a complete and balanced expression that shows its best side to all the senses: its appearance is richly saturated and bright; the bouquet is intense and complex; and the mouthfeel shows elegance and power. In all, this wine tastes and feels much younger than it really is and I have high hopes for its future aging ability. It shows a great sense of inner energy and liveliness that makes it a pleasure to drink in the near term as well. Soft flavors of black cherry, spice and grilled herb wrap thickly over the palate. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$889.75 |
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Wine Advocate (98)There's a lot to say, and admire, about the 2013 Saffredi. First off all, this is the first growing cycle made under the careful watch of enologist Luca D'Attoma. This makes all the difference. One of his changes is an increased focus on Petit Verdot, which makes up to 15% of the blend in this case. The other grapes used are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. But the increased role of Petit Verdot has awarded this vintage with stunning precision, linearity and balance. It's like a light switch has suddenly been turned on. Petit Verdot on the Tuscan Coast tends to show softer and fuller lines. In this wine, you taste the tonic crunchiness of the grape skins instead. The dark concentration of the wine is pleasurable and rich, and there's a final acidic signature that closes the deal in style. Congratulations. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$698.06 |
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Vinous (96)A huge, vibrant wine, the 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia will need at least a few years in bottle to be approachable and much more than that to be at its best. Huge swaths of tannin give the wine its energy and feel. The essence of Sangiovese from Castelnuovo Berardenga comes through loud and clear. Readers should expect an especially virile, potent Rancia in 2013. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$532.40 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Gorgeous and soft, the 2013 Fontalloro is another landmark wine from this classic vintage. There is enormous intensity here and the wine is only at the beginning of its long aging trajectory. I suggest you put off drinking it for five to ten more years. There is evident thickness and generosity here, especially in the way those bold fruit favors are woven between dark spice and leather. There are sour accents on the close that remind you of the wine's youth. The tannins are fine and well integrated. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$3,883.80 |
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Vinous (98)Fontodi's 2013 Flaccianello della Pieve is a fabulous, riveting wine that grabs hold of all the senses. There is plenty of the richness and textural depth that have always been a Fontodi signature, but in the more contemporary style that seeks to marry power and elegance. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2013 is still very much in its inky, primary stage. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$1,153.53 |
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Vinous (98)Fontodi's 2013 Flaccianello della Pieve is a fabulous, riveting wine that grabs hold of all the senses. There is plenty of the richness and textural depth that have always been a Fontodi signature, but in the more contemporary style that seeks to marry power and elegance. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2013 is still very much in its inky, primary stage. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$988.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is coy at first, brooding, with dark dusty florals, exotic spices and a hint of brown sugar; yet time in the glass allows it to blossom and show its inner beauty, as wave after wave of crushed strawberry, cherry and sweet violets lifts from the glass. On the palate, soft textures envelop the senses in sweet and savory red berry fruits, so silky and refined, as it seems to hover weightlessly, while saline minerals and youthful tannins begin to saturate all that they touch. The finish is long and structured, closing in upon itself, tugging at the cheek and reminding me that this wine is just a baby today. Simply stunning, yet in need of five to ten years of cellaring to show its best. Wow. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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SG$1,190.00 |
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From the illustrious wine-producing region of Piedmont, Italy, the exquisite Conterno Fantino Barolo Castelleto Pressenda 2013 originates. Crafted with supreme finesse by esteemed vintners Conterno Fantino, this full-bodied red wine derives from hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes grown on the Castelleto Pressenda vineyard's charming slopes. Rigorous traditional techniques ensure an exceptional wine which ages elegantly for 24 months in small French oak barrels before a further 20 months in-bottle ageing. The result is a harmony of flavours; an aromatic bouquet of dark fruits, sweet spices, and toasted oak, underlined by a firm tannic structure creating an ideal balance and enduring finish. This wine underscores Conterno Fantino's commitment to ecologically sustainable viticulture practices whilst delivering the soul of Italian winemaking. Presenting the Conterno Fantino Barolo Castelleto Pressenda 2013, an embodiment of the enduring legacy of fine wines from Barolo. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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SG$1,360.00 |
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Treasure the Conterno Fantino Barolo Ginestra Vigna Gris 2013, a masterstroke from the celebrated Piedmont region of Italy. Rooted in the esteemed Ginestra Cru of Monforte d'Alba, this red boasts a traditional vinification process. Hand harvesting and a lengthy maceration period are followed by 24 months' maturation in French oak before bottling. Its producer, Conterno Fantino, garners acclaim for their sustainable viticulture and meticulous vinification, resulting in vintages synonymous with quality and longevity. This sophisticated Barolo houses an enticing nose of dark fruit, rose, and hints of spice. As you immerse yourself in the complex palate, expect ripe tannins interwoven with vibrant acidity. Layers of dark cherries, truffles, and leather unfurl, culminating in a long, stunning finish. Wrap yourself in the elegant power of Conterno Fantino Barolo Ginestra Vigna Gris 2013 – a sublime testament to Italian winemaking. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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SG$751.00 |
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If elegance and complexity could be bottled, it would no doubt taste like the Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013. Produced in the prestigious Mosconi vineyard in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy, this ravishing red represents the height of traditional Italian wine crafting. Each grape used in the Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013 is hand-harvested, ensuring optimal ripeness. The meticulous crafting of this Barolo involves 24 months maturation in French oak barriques, followed by a further refinement in the bottle. Every sip reveals luscious layers of blue fruits, sweet spices and elegant tannic structure, rounded off by an impressively long finish. In the world of Barolos, Conterno Fantino are renowned innovators, their commitment to quality striking in each vintage they produce. The Conterno Fantino Barolo Mosconi 2013 is no exception, offering a sublime tasting experience for both connoisseurs and newcomers to the illustrious world of Italian wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,085.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a whole other level of fiber and textural richness. This is a stunning wine from thicker soils that deliver more structure, firmness and overall depth. With that superiore richness, the wine is also endowed with balanced acidity, plump primary fruit and an elegant touch of balsam or menthol herb on the finish. This drives the finish forward for a few long and glorious minutes. Dig deeper still, and you find a sweet note of chocolate hazelnut. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$771.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Vigna del Gris is another super-intriguing Barolo from Conterno-Fantino. Sweet, floral aromatics meld into a core of bright red stone fruit, plum, mint and white pepper. As usual, the aromatics are quite lifted, but in the last few years, the tannins from this site have shown a bit more sweetness. As always, though, the Vigna del Gris is the most slender and feminine of the Conterno-Fantino Barolos. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$892.00 |
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Vinous (96)Very deep red. Flinty, floral red cherry and underbrush on the enticing, very pure, precise nose. Then silky and suave, with ripe red cherry, underbrush and savory spices lingering nicely on the long creamy finish. Another classic, outstanding Brunello from Costanti, who has made a few in his time. |
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SG$613.00 |
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An exclusive offering from Italy's oldest sparkling wine house, the Contratto Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 is an embodiment of superior craftsmanship. Crafted in Canelli, Piedmont, this non-vintage Cuvée derives its unique taste from meticulous methods of vinification. The grapes are gently pressed and fermented at controlled temperatures, followed by 60 months of maturation in the bottle. Emanating elegance, the Contratto Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 unfurls a mesmerising symphony of lemon zest and green apple on the nose, dovetailed by delicate floral nuances. The palate is invigorated by brisk acidity and underlinings of minerality, rounded off by a lingering dry finish - a hallmark characteristic of the 'Pas Dose' style. A testament to Contratto's immaculate tradition spanning back to 1867, the Cuvee Novecento Pas Dose VdT 2013 is a perfect amalgamation of artistry and legacy. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$2,165.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella Monte Lodoletta is my favorite wine in the retrospective, along with the amazing 2011, 2009 and 1996 vintages. This wine was released at the beginning of this year, and because Dal Forno skipped over the 2014 vintage, this is the only Amarone we will see for a while (until the highly anticipated 2015 is released). The 2013 vintage is characterized by a slightly more streamlined mouthfeel (which isn't saying much given the baseline enormity of these wines) with carefully etched aromas of black cherry, rum cake, dark chocolate and toasted espresso. The 2013 vintage was balanced overall without the sudden heat waves we saw in the summers of 2011 and 2012. The grapes finished a slow and steady ripening process over an extended growing season. The effect is graceful and focused. Put this bottle aside in your cellar for the decades to come. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$942.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This wine was not produced in 2012. The excellent 2013 Barolo Aeroplan Servaj (with fruit from the clay soils of Baudana in Serralunga d'Alba) is a powerful, generous and dramatic wine that promises a very long drinking future ahead. The fruit is dark, rich and exuberant. There is a touch of black cherry sweetness that is very specific to this growing site and the heavier soils that characterize it. At this young stage, the wine is slightly austere and rigid, especially in terms of mouthfeel. This is completely expected, especially in a cool vintage such as 2013. The wine needs time to unfold and blossom like a rose. |
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Basilicata | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$239.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Here's a new discovery that I'd like to broadcast far and near. This Riserva is a new wine from Elena Fucci that was initiated with this vintage. It is a limited-edition wine made only in magnums. In fact, I tasted bottle number 1 of 400 made to write this review. The 2013 Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva Titolo is a dark and savory expression with an evolved and profound bouquet that covers all the bases. It offers dried fruit and blackberry with smoke, ash and crushed river stone. That mineral identity is the wine's most important defining characteristic. Aglianico tends to deliver astringent tannins, but this Riserva shows excellent integration and structural management. A new benchmark wine for southern Italy has just been created. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$1,135.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This wine delivers the goods. The 2013 Barolo Arborina is a complete and centered wine that opens to an enchanting blast of exuberant fruit. The bouquet is redolent of dark cherry and blackberry, and those aromas are thick enough to balance out the wine's savory and oak-driven side. These elements come together with seamless integration. The wine offers an important sense of textural balance as well. It feels thick, but not heavy. It shows richness but is also buoyant and bright at the same time. This is an excellent wine from the unstoppable force that is Elio Altare. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,115.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2013 Barolo Cerretta Vigna Bricco is the most expressive of these wines today. Smooth, polished and exceptionally refined, the 2013 exudes class. Scents of lavender, violet, plum, licorice and spice notes infuse the expressive finish. Today, the Cerretta is terrific. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$628.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is much showier than the Ginestra Casa Matè. An ample, resonant Barolo, the Gavarini Chiniera exudes richness from the get-go. Macerated cherry, kirsch, wild flowers and mint are some of the many notes that are laced together. Ripe, silky tannins add to the wine's considerable raciness. I am somewhat surprised by how well this gorgeous wine is showing today. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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SG$716.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Casa Maté does a great job of portraying its vineyard characteristics. This single vineyard is located at higher altitudes with thicker clay soils. This combination helps to build the wine's intensity, structure and muscle. It undergoes 45 days of submerged cap fermentation. Dark cherry and blackberry open the bouquet. These aromas are followed by spice, smoke, iron and crushed mineral. The robust nature of those aromas makes for a beautiful contrast to the fine, silky and more delicate (relatively speaking) nature of the mouthfeel. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$1,160.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)If any Italian wine from this decade can undeniably be called a reserve, it is the 2013 Barolo Riserva Rüncot. This wine was not made in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2017 nor 2018. (The 2013 vintage will be released commercially in February of 2020, and this is the wine's first official review.) Gianluca Grasso holds the precious bottle I tasted from as if it were a newborn child. This vintage saw a relatively long growing season, and it offers greater fruit density, structure and acidity than the last edition that was made, the 2010. There is more vibrancy here and a true sense of energy brimming right there under the surface. The wine goes through 45 days of extended maceration post-fermentation and then a solid seven years of aging between oak and bottle. The resulting Riserva Rüncot has a stunning bouquet that is all violets and prunes, followed by a classic palate of minerals, herbs, cinnamon and delicate wafts of white truffle. This wine tells a story from nose to finish, like a flashing film reel. Fewer than 5,000 bottles were made. This is a crowning achievement for the hard-working and passionate Grasso family, led by father Elio and son Gianluca. Congratulations. |
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SG$1,715.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)If any Italian wine from this decade can undeniably be called a reserve, it is the 2013 Barolo Riserva Rüncot. This wine was not made in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2017 nor 2018. (The 2013 vintage will be released commercially in February of 2020, and this is the wine's first official review.) Gianluca Grasso holds the precious bottle I tasted from as if it were a newborn child. This vintage saw a relatively long growing season, and it offers greater fruit density, structure and acidity than the last edition that was made, the 2010. There is more vibrancy here and a true sense of energy brimming right there under the surface. The wine goes through 45 days of extended maceration post-fermentation and then a solid seven years of aging between oak and bottle. The resulting Riserva Rüncot has a stunning bouquet that is all violets and prunes, followed by a classic palate of minerals, herbs, cinnamon and delicate wafts of white truffle. This wine tells a story from nose to finish, like a flashing film reel. Fewer than 5,000 bottles were made. This is a crowning achievement for the hard-working and passionate Grasso family, led by father Elio and son Gianluca. Congratulations. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 97 (WE) |
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SG$1,090.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Forest floor, dried rose petal, new leather, star anise and menthol aromas align with a potpourri of dark cooking spice. The full-bodied yet linear palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed strawberry, licorice and aromatic herb set against taut, elegant tannins. Vibrant acidity lends balance, tension and an ageworthy structure. Drink 2023–2038. |
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SG$721.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Wonderful complexity and subtlety here with firmness. Aromas of orange peel, stones, walnuts and dark fruits. Medium to full body, plenty of fruit and a racy finish. A beauty. Drink or hold. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$350.00 |
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Vinous (93)Bright red. Violet, herbs and faded flowers on the fragrant nose. The red cherry, licorice and orange peel flavors show good inner-mouth perfume and a youthfully chewy quality, plus a subtle hint of leather at the back that adds complexity. Strikes me as being the best entry-level Brunello from Tiezzi in years. |
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Savour the mastery of winemaking with the remarkable Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013. Hailing from the enchanting landscapes of Piemonte, Italy, this exquisite wine is a testament to the profound understanding and profound dedication of the producer, Fabio Gea. The terroir gifts this Nebbiolo varietal, a unique character and intrinsic complexity. Harvested manually from vines home to the leanest soils, Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013 is traditionally fermented in amphoras, lending it a distinctive minerality. The aging process of thirty-two months in Slavonian oak barrels lends layered subtleties of spice and vanilla to its robust red fruit core. Boasting a full-bodied, beautifully complex profile and graceful ageing potential, this Barbaresco Riserva reflects the authenticity and superior craftsmanship of Fabio Gea. Indulge in a symphony of palate-pleasing sensations with a bottle of Fabio Gea Notu Andava Barbaresco Riserva 2013, a testament to Italian winemaking finesse. |
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SG$864.00 |
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SG$728.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This is a truly sumptuous wine that stands as a tall testament to the winemaking talents of Giampaolo Motta, his vision for interpreting this vintage and his specific vineyard site in Panzano in Chianti. This standout wine brings Fattoria la Massa to a new level of accomplishment and opens an exciting new chapter of possibility. The 2013 Giorgio Primo (50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot) is dark and impenetrable on first impact. The aromas accelerate slowly and grow evenly in power and intensity after a few quick swirls of the glass. The bouquet peels back with dark fruit aromas, baking spice and Mediterranean herb. The effect is seamless and smooth. A velvety texture is accented by full-bodied richness and just enough freshness to keep the palate energized. And, of course, this is just the beginning of a long cellar life. |
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SG$504.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2013 Morellino di Scansano Riserva Poggio Valente is a breakthrough wine for Fattoria le Pupille and its talented winemaking team. This is a complete and balanced expression that shows its best side to all the senses: its appearance is richly saturated and bright; the bouquet is intense and complex; and the mouthfeel shows elegance and power. In all, this wine tastes and feels much younger than it really is and I have high hopes for its future aging ability. It shows a great sense of inner energy and liveliness that makes it a pleasure to drink in the near term as well. Soft flavors of black cherry, spice and grilled herb wrap thickly over the palate. |
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SG$778.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)There's a lot to say, and admire, about the 2013 Saffredi. First off all, this is the first growing cycle made under the careful watch of enologist Luca D'Attoma. This makes all the difference. One of his changes is an increased focus on Petit Verdot, which makes up to 15% of the blend in this case. The other grapes used are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. But the increased role of Petit Verdot has awarded this vintage with stunning precision, linearity and balance. It's like a light switch has suddenly been turned on. Petit Verdot on the Tuscan Coast tends to show softer and fuller lines. In this wine, you taste the tonic crunchiness of the grape skins instead. The dark concentration of the wine is pleasurable and rich, and there's a final acidic signature that closes the deal in style. Congratulations. |
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SG$583.00 |
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Vinous (96)A huge, vibrant wine, the 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia will need at least a few years in bottle to be approachable and much more than that to be at its best. Huge swaths of tannin give the wine its energy and feel. The essence of Sangiovese from Castelnuovo Berardenga comes through loud and clear. Readers should expect an especially virile, potent Rancia in 2013. |
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SG$433.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Gorgeous and soft, the 2013 Fontalloro is another landmark wine from this classic vintage. There is enormous intensity here and the wine is only at the beginning of its long aging trajectory. I suggest you put off drinking it for five to ten more years. There is evident thickness and generosity here, especially in the way those bold fruit favors are woven between dark spice and leather. There are sour accents on the close that remind you of the wine's youth. The tannins are fine and well integrated. |
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SG$3,410.00 |
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Vinous (98)Fontodi's 2013 Flaccianello della Pieve is a fabulous, riveting wine that grabs hold of all the senses. There is plenty of the richness and textural depth that have always been a Fontodi signature, but in the more contemporary style that seeks to marry power and elegance. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2013 is still very much in its inky, primary stage. |
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SG$1,020.00 |
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Vinous (98)Fontodi's 2013 Flaccianello della Pieve is a fabulous, riveting wine that grabs hold of all the senses. There is plenty of the richness and textural depth that have always been a Fontodi signature, but in the more contemporary style that seeks to marry power and elegance. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2013 is still very much in its inky, primary stage. |
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