Italy - All Red Wines
Italy is renowned worldwide for its exceptional red wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking traditions and diverse terroir. From the iconic regions of Tuscany and Piedmont to the hidden gems of Sicily and Veneto, Italy offers an extensive selection of fine red wines that captivate the palate and leave a lasting impression.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido produce some of the most renowned red wines in the world. 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. These wines exhibit flavors of ripe berries, elegant tannins, and a harmonious balance that reflects the unique Tuscan terroir.
Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that produce outstanding red wines. Renowned names such as Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo are synonymous with excellence. 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 that develop beautifully with age.
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian red 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, showcasing the island's diverse terroir.
In the Veneto region, Amarone della Valpolicella stands out as a distinctive and powerful red wine. Wineries like Allegrini, Tommasi, and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines using dried grapes, resulting in a wine with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture.
These are just a few examples of the remarkable red wines Italy has to offer. Whether you're indulging in a classic Tuscan Sangiovese, an elegant Piedmontese Nebbiolo, a bold Sicilian Nero d'Avola, or a robust Venetian Amarone, Italian red wines transport you to the sun-drenched vineyards and embody the passion, history, and artistry of Italian winemaking.
Experience the allure of Italian red wines and discover the immense variety and quality that make them a true treasure in the world of wine. From prestigious appellations to hidden gems, Italian red wines are sure to impress even the most discerning wine enthusiasts with their complexity, elegance, and ability to age gracefully.
Italy - All Red Wines
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,246.74 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Marenca is a powerful, deep Serralunga Barolo. Wild dark cherry, spice, menthol, licorice, plum, dried herbs and mocha infuse the 2018 with tons of character. There is plenty of richness and intensity, but thankfully the bruising tannins of the past appear to have been tamed. There is a lot of wine here. This is a fine, fine showing. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$790.69 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Marenca is a powerful, deep Serralunga Barolo. Wild dark cherry, spice, menthol, licorice, plum, dried herbs and mocha infuse the 2018 with tons of character. There is plenty of richness and intensity, but thankfully the bruising tannins of the past appear to have been tamed. There is a lot of wine here. This is a fine, fine showing. |
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Piedmont | 9 | 87 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$955.28 |
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Vinous (87)The 2018 Barbaresco Tradizione is a soft, easygoing wine. Dried cherry, tobacco, cedar, brown spice and dried flowers are signs of a Barbaresco that is maturing at a pretty fast clip. Even so, the 2018 will drink well for another few years. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,225.60 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is a beautiful wine that shows the style of both the vintage and cru perched just above Asili. Dark cherry/plum, spice, menthol, licorice and a touch of nicely judged oak fill out the layers. In 2018 Gaiun is a bit light, as most wines are, and yet its balance is absolutely impeccable. Terrific. |
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Piedmont | 24 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,067.55 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barbaresco Martinenga is already quite expressive, its very recent bottling notwithstanding. Crushed flowers, mint, star anise, orange peel and spice are all laced together in a Barbaresco that is all about transparency and nuance. The light to medium-bodied style is classic 2018 and classic Martinenga. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$628.60 |
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James Suckling (96)A finely structured and focused Brunello with a complex array of cherries, blackberries, dried roses, bark, licorice and hints of praline. Iodine and oyster shells, too. Medium-to full-bodied with firm, very fine tannins. Beautiful texture and balance. Remains fresh and fine until the end. Try in 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,860.31 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)Axel Heinz turning out yet again a wine that is generous and moreish but that goes deeper, offering layers of coffee, smoked herbs, rosemary, saffron, gentle waves of powerful brambled fruits. Mouthwatering, with tension and precision. Finely spun tannin that are elastic in embracing and taming the exuberant fruits yet chewy enough on the finish to show there is plenty of ageing ability ahead. Makes a big impression and yet has that Italian ability to be gulpable at the same time. A more elegant, moreish version of Merlot than you get in the biggest Pomerols, but every bit as beautiful. 11ha. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JA) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,126.89 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)Axel Heinz turning out yet again a wine that is generous and moreish but that goes deeper, offering layers of coffee, smoked herbs, rosemary, saffron, gentle waves of powerful brambled fruits. Mouthwatering, with tension and precision. Finely spun tannin that are elastic in embracing and taming the exuberant fruits yet chewy enough on the finish to show there is plenty of ageing ability ahead. Makes a big impression and yet has that Italian ability to be gulpable at the same time. A more elegant, moreish version of Merlot than you get in the biggest Pomerols, but every bit as beautiful. 11ha. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,705.53 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Here's our new little super star from the Tuscan Coast. The 2018 Massetino is Merlot with a dash of Cabernet Franc that makes all the difference in terms of the wine's aromatic precision and its overall staying power. Dark fruit and dried blackberry are followed by exotic spice and campfire ash. The aromas are fluid and relaxed, flowing seamlessly in unison and grace. If you love Masseto, you can't miss the Massetino. This wine offers a whole new take on the world-famous Merlot, and if we are to be honest, it paints a path to where future vintages of Masseto are going as an expression of a vineyard and territory rather than just a strict read of one grape. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$343.81 |
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Decanter (94)While at the village level in 2018 we seem to find more dilute wines, Massolino should be considered an exception because they produced just a village Barolo, a blend of all their MGAs, including Vigna Rionda. The wine shines for its bright ruby colour, meaty and tarry with a incredible depth of rhubarb and minerality. Open-knit with its wild strawberry and cherry fruits, it flows on the velvety palate, lean yet refined, with polished tannins and brilliant integrated acidity. The finish is all cherry kernel and liquorice root. With this 2018 the estate confirms its consistency. |
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Tuscany | 16 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$693.68 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino wafts up with a savory and smoky mix of rich cherry sauce, wilted violets and grilled herbs. It’s round and almost juicy in character, with a potent wave of ripe red fruits and autumnal spice that leaves a collection of fine tannins in their wake. The 2018 finishes youthfully structured, with nuances of sour citrus and salted licorice that slowly taper off. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 88 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$871.35 |
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Vinous (88)The 2018 Barolo Arborina is laced with sweet dried cherry, mint, spice, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco. The Arborina is attractive and lifted, but also a bit dried out in its flavor profile. Both bottles I tasted are suggestive of a wine that is likely to age at a faster pace than the others in this range. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$780.88 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Castelletto is a powerful, deep wine that is not ready to show all its cards yet. Then again, this is Monforte Barolo we are talking about. Dried herbs, iron chalk, white pepper, crushed flowers and mint all grace this inward, brooding Barolo from Veglio. A whole range of savory, earth and mineral notes abound. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$906.23 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Gattera marries the natural exuberance of this site with a feeling of translucence I have not seen here previously. This is the first vintage that blends Mauro Veglio's south-facing parcel with Alessandro Veglio's south-east facing piece, a combination that works so well. Dark cherry, plum, spice, lavender and licorice infuse the 2018 with layers of nuance. The 2018 is beautifully done. Moreover, the 2018 bodes very well for the future. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$955.28 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Paiagallo is delicate, ethereal and beautifully perfumed. Sweet pipe tobacco, orange peel, mint, dried cherry, licorice and incense are all laced together in this very pretty, nuanced Barolo. The Paiagallo is the one Barolo in this range aged in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$246.49 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$718.77 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Friuli Venezia Giulia | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$754.06 |
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Indulge your palate with the exquisite Miani Friuli Colli Orientali Refosco 2018, a meticulously crafted Italian fine wine. Produced in the renowned vineyards of Miani, an esteemed vineyard in Friuli, North-Eastern Italy, this exceptional Refosco blend unearths a unique symphony of flavours. A homage to the winemaker Enzo Pontoni’s vision, this vintage conserves an unswerving commitment to quality and authenticity. Expressing a richer, well- structured character, it offers an elegant balance of fruit and minerality. It's designed for longevity, with Pontoni preferring picked the grapes later than usual, ensuring an intoxicating depth of flavour. The Miani Friuli Colli Orientali Refosco 2018 is a true masterpiece, bursting with plush dark fruit flavours, layered with earthy undertones and subtle spice. Savour this complex and beautifully concentrated fine wine that displays an enduring, graceful finish. For those desiring utmost refinement and full-bodied richness, this top-tier Italian offering is a befitting choice. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$838.69 |
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Vinous (90)The 2018 Barolo Cerequio is an attractive mid-weight wine. Dark red/cherry plum fruit, mocha, leather, spice and incense all grace this supple, silky Barolo. There's lovely creaminess and plenty of allure in this tasty Barolo from Michele Chiarlo. |
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Tuscany | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$934.57 |
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Captivating the palate with splendour, the Monsanto Sangiovese Fabrizio Bianchi 2018 is a testament to superior Italian winemaking. Produced in Tuscany's Castello di Monsanto Estate, renowned for its distinguished terroir and meticulous viticulturist approach, this exquisite Sangiovese reflects the region's exceptional grape-growing conditions. Harvested from vineyards of a cooler southern orientation, ensuring optimal concentration and balance, this vintage is characteristically medium-bodied, offering a vibrant bouquet of wild cherry and spices. The multi-layered wine is skilfully vinified through traditional methods and matured for 12 months in French Allier barrels, imbuing a superb structure and elegant oak undertones. Fabrizio Bianchi, a revered name brought up with love and passion for the craft, ensures a sophisticated and concentrated expression of the Sangiovese grape, accentuating the varietal’s propensity for longevity. Monsanto Sangiovese Fabrizio Bianchi 2018 - a captivating wine that delivers a lasting Italian romance with every sip. |
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Veneto | 1 | 18.5 (MJ) |
Inc. GST
SG$294.78 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5)While the estate Valpolicella is the only wine which is drinking perfectly right now all of the wines in this piece are certainly approachable and yet they have considerable staying power, too. This Ripasso is, most-certainly, the wine with the highest ‘value ratio’ given that the flavour is astounding and the price, stubbornly, remains affordable! Of course, this is cause for great celebration because the extra dimension of flair and richness at the heart of this gorgeous Ripasso is sensational. While many wines of this style carry extra weight and darker fruit tones, this elite version parades red fruit and uncommon succulence. I absolutely love it and it fully deserves its gold medal score. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$266.46 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Chianti Classico Vigna Mezzuola is a gorgeous, mid-weight wine. Freshly cut flowers, sweet red berry fruit, tobacco, orange peel and spice are nicely pushed forward in this translucent, mid-weight Chianti Classico that delivers so much Sangiovese character. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$574.87 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2018 Eneo is pure and total class. Dark, resonant and super-expressive, the 2018 boasts terrific personality and class, with striking inner perfume that adds sweetness and aromatic intensity to a core of inky fruit. Lavender, mint, pine and sage are some of the many nuances that come alive with a bit of time in the glass. More than anything else, it is the wine's creaminess and overall feel that are so alluring today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$880.07 |
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Vinous (96)Proprietor Fabio Chiarelotto and longtime winemaker Fabrizio Moltard ratchet things up with their stellar 2018 Nardo. Super-ripe black cherry, plum, gravel, spice, underbrush, menthol, licorice and scorched earth give the 2018 its distinct, sepia-toned personality. Dark and brooding in the glass, with imposing tannins, the 2018 is a flat-out stunner. Give it a few years in bottle first. Nardo is built around a core of Sangiovese, with Montepulciano, Alicante and Malvasia Nera. Chiarelotto has reduced the presence of Montepulciano in the blend. If the 2018 is any indication, that choice looks to be spot on. |
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Tuscany | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,580.17 |
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The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is a sublime exemplification of the stunning terroir of Tuscany; crafted by the acclaimed Monteverro estate, globally acclaimed for their meticulous attention to detail and sustainable production processes. This Syrah-Grenache blend marries tradition with innovation, having been carefully fermented in oak barrels, and aged for 16 months. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 showcases a lustrous ruby red colour, complimented by an intoxicating bouquet of dark fruit, spicy notes and an intriguing hint of leather. On the palate, this masterful creation is sumptuous and balanced, with bright acidity and beautifully integrated tannins creating an extended finish. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is truly a testament to the harmonious blend of Tuscany's terroir and Monteverro's winemaking skill that culminates in a wine that is rich, complex and elegantly structured. To uncork a bottle is to experience a sublime journey through Tuscan viticulture. |
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Tuscany | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,296.45 |
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The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is a sublime exemplification of the stunning terroir of Tuscany; crafted by the acclaimed Monteverro estate, globally acclaimed for their meticulous attention to detail and sustainable production processes. This Syrah-Grenache blend marries tradition with innovation, having been carefully fermented in oak barrels, and aged for 16 months. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 showcases a lustrous ruby red colour, complimented by an intoxicating bouquet of dark fruit, spicy notes and an intriguing hint of leather. On the palate, this masterful creation is sumptuous and balanced, with bright acidity and beautifully integrated tannins creating an extended finish. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is truly a testament to the harmonious blend of Tuscany's terroir and Monteverro's winemaking skill that culminates in a wine that is rich, complex and elegantly structured. To uncork a bottle is to experience a sublime journey through Tuscan viticulture. |
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Campania | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$724.20 |
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The Montevertane Silvia Imparato Colli Salerno 2018 is an exquisite Italian red wine, born in the lush vineyards of Colli di Salerno. Silvia Imparato, the vintner, masterfully practices organic farming, nurturing her vineyard without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, imparting an unadulterated depth to the wine. This 2018 vintage emanates intense, rich notes of cherries, blackberries and delicate spicy undertones. The ageing process using Slavonian oak barrels amplifies its complexity and yields a long, resonant finish. Silvia's commitment to biodynamic practices, coupled with the warm southern Italian climate and mineral-rich soil, creates a wine of distinguished structure and balance. The Montevertano Silvia Imparato Colli Salerno 2018 has received rave reviews and accolades worldwide, testament to its intriguing, full-bodied character. For lovers of Italian wines, this fine vintage from the stable of Silvia Imparato is an essential addition to your cellar. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,191.89 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$7,378.12 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,025.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Marenca is a powerful, deep Serralunga Barolo. Wild dark cherry, spice, menthol, licorice, plum, dried herbs and mocha infuse the 2018 with tons of character. There is plenty of richness and intensity, but thankfully the bruising tannins of the past appear to have been tamed. There is a lot of wine here. This is a fine, fine showing. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$666.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Marenca is a powerful, deep Serralunga Barolo. Wild dark cherry, spice, menthol, licorice, plum, dried herbs and mocha infuse the 2018 with tons of character. There is plenty of richness and intensity, but thankfully the bruising tannins of the past appear to have been tamed. There is a lot of wine here. This is a fine, fine showing. |
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Piedmont | 9 | 87 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$817.00 |
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Vinous (87)The 2018 Barbaresco Tradizione is a soft, easygoing wine. Dried cherry, tobacco, cedar, brown spice and dried flowers are signs of a Barbaresco that is maturing at a pretty fast clip. Even so, the 2018 will drink well for another few years. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,065.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is a beautiful wine that shows the style of both the vintage and cru perched just above Asili. Dark cherry/plum, spice, menthol, licorice and a touch of nicely judged oak fill out the layers. In 2018 Gaiun is a bit light, as most wines are, and yet its balance is absolutely impeccable. Terrific. |
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Piedmont | 24 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$920.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barbaresco Martinenga is already quite expressive, its very recent bottling notwithstanding. Crushed flowers, mint, star anise, orange peel and spice are all laced together in a Barbaresco that is all about transparency and nuance. The light to medium-bodied style is classic 2018 and classic Martinenga. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$547.00 |
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James Suckling (96)A finely structured and focused Brunello with a complex array of cherries, blackberries, dried roses, bark, licorice and hints of praline. Iodine and oyster shells, too. Medium-to full-bodied with firm, very fine tannins. Beautiful texture and balance. Remains fresh and fine until the end. Try in 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JA) |
In Bond
SG$2,605.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)Axel Heinz turning out yet again a wine that is generous and moreish but that goes deeper, offering layers of coffee, smoked herbs, rosemary, saffron, gentle waves of powerful brambled fruits. Mouthwatering, with tension and precision. Finely spun tannin that are elastic in embracing and taming the exuberant fruits yet chewy enough on the finish to show there is plenty of ageing ability ahead. Makes a big impression and yet has that Italian ability to be gulpable at the same time. A more elegant, moreish version of Merlot than you get in the biggest Pomerols, but every bit as beautiful. 11ha. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JA) |
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SG$2,840.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)Axel Heinz turning out yet again a wine that is generous and moreish but that goes deeper, offering layers of coffee, smoked herbs, rosemary, saffron, gentle waves of powerful brambled fruits. Mouthwatering, with tension and precision. Finely spun tannin that are elastic in embracing and taming the exuberant fruits yet chewy enough on the finish to show there is plenty of ageing ability ahead. Makes a big impression and yet has that Italian ability to be gulpable at the same time. A more elegant, moreish version of Merlot than you get in the biggest Pomerols, but every bit as beautiful. 11ha. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,536.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Here's our new little super star from the Tuscan Coast. The 2018 Massetino is Merlot with a dash of Cabernet Franc that makes all the difference in terms of the wine's aromatic precision and its overall staying power. Dark fruit and dried blackberry are followed by exotic spice and campfire ash. The aromas are fluid and relaxed, flowing seamlessly in unison and grace. If you love Masseto, you can't miss the Massetino. This wine offers a whole new take on the world-famous Merlot, and if we are to be honest, it paints a path to where future vintages of Masseto are going as an expression of a vineyard and territory rather than just a strict read of one grape. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$258.00 |
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Decanter (94)While at the village level in 2018 we seem to find more dilute wines, Massolino should be considered an exception because they produced just a village Barolo, a blend of all their MGAs, including Vigna Rionda. The wine shines for its bright ruby colour, meaty and tarry with a incredible depth of rhubarb and minerality. Open-knit with its wild strawberry and cherry fruits, it flows on the velvety palate, lean yet refined, with polished tannins and brilliant integrated acidity. The finish is all cherry kernel and liquorice root. With this 2018 the estate confirms its consistency. |
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Tuscany | 16 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$577.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino wafts up with a savory and smoky mix of rich cherry sauce, wilted violets and grilled herbs. It’s round and almost juicy in character, with a potent wave of ripe red fruits and autumnal spice that leaves a collection of fine tannins in their wake. The 2018 finishes youthfully structured, with nuances of sour citrus and salted licorice that slowly taper off. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 88 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$740.00 |
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Vinous (88)The 2018 Barolo Arborina is laced with sweet dried cherry, mint, spice, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco. The Arborina is attractive and lifted, but also a bit dried out in its flavor profile. Both bottles I tasted are suggestive of a wine that is likely to age at a faster pace than the others in this range. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$657.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Castelletto is a powerful, deep wine that is not ready to show all its cards yet. Then again, this is Monforte Barolo we are talking about. Dried herbs, iron chalk, white pepper, crushed flowers and mint all grace this inward, brooding Barolo from Veglio. A whole range of savory, earth and mineral notes abound. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$772.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Gattera marries the natural exuberance of this site with a feeling of translucence I have not seen here previously. This is the first vintage that blends Mauro Veglio's south-facing parcel with Alessandro Veglio's south-east facing piece, a combination that works so well. Dark cherry, plum, spice, lavender and licorice infuse the 2018 with layers of nuance. The 2018 is beautifully done. Moreover, the 2018 bodes very well for the future. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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SG$817.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Paiagallo is delicate, ethereal and beautifully perfumed. Sweet pipe tobacco, orange peel, mint, dried cherry, licorice and incense are all laced together in this very pretty, nuanced Barolo. The Paiagallo is the one Barolo in this range aged in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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SG$207.00 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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SG$602.00 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Friuli Venezia Giulia | 1 | - |
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SG$672.00 |
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Indulge your palate with the exquisite Miani Friuli Colli Orientali Refosco 2018, a meticulously crafted Italian fine wine. Produced in the renowned vineyards of Miani, an esteemed vineyard in Friuli, North-Eastern Italy, this exceptional Refosco blend unearths a unique symphony of flavours. A homage to the winemaker Enzo Pontoni’s vision, this vintage conserves an unswerving commitment to quality and authenticity. Expressing a richer, well- structured character, it offers an elegant balance of fruit and minerality. It's designed for longevity, with Pontoni preferring picked the grapes later than usual, ensuring an intoxicating depth of flavour. The Miani Friuli Colli Orientali Refosco 2018 is a true masterpiece, bursting with plush dark fruit flavours, layered with earthy undertones and subtle spice. Savour this complex and beautifully concentrated fine wine that displays an enduring, graceful finish. For those desiring utmost refinement and full-bodied richness, this top-tier Italian offering is a befitting choice. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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SG$714.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2018 Barolo Cerequio is an attractive mid-weight wine. Dark red/cherry plum fruit, mocha, leather, spice and incense all grace this supple, silky Barolo. There's lovely creaminess and plenty of allure in this tasty Barolo from Michele Chiarlo. |
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Tuscany | 4 | - |
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SG$798.00 |
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Captivating the palate with splendour, the Monsanto Sangiovese Fabrizio Bianchi 2018 is a testament to superior Italian winemaking. Produced in Tuscany's Castello di Monsanto Estate, renowned for its distinguished terroir and meticulous viticulturist approach, this exquisite Sangiovese reflects the region's exceptional grape-growing conditions. Harvested from vineyards of a cooler southern orientation, ensuring optimal concentration and balance, this vintage is characteristically medium-bodied, offering a vibrant bouquet of wild cherry and spices. The multi-layered wine is skilfully vinified through traditional methods and matured for 12 months in French Allier barrels, imbuing a superb structure and elegant oak undertones. Fabrizio Bianchi, a revered name brought up with love and passion for the craft, ensures a sophisticated and concentrated expression of the Sangiovese grape, accentuating the varietal’s propensity for longevity. Monsanto Sangiovese Fabrizio Bianchi 2018 - a captivating wine that delivers a lasting Italian romance with every sip. |
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Veneto | 1 | 18.5 (MJ) |
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SG$215.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5)While the estate Valpolicella is the only wine which is drinking perfectly right now all of the wines in this piece are certainly approachable and yet they have considerable staying power, too. This Ripasso is, most-certainly, the wine with the highest ‘value ratio’ given that the flavour is astounding and the price, stubbornly, remains affordable! Of course, this is cause for great celebration because the extra dimension of flair and richness at the heart of this gorgeous Ripasso is sensational. While many wines of this style carry extra weight and darker fruit tones, this elite version parades red fruit and uncommon succulence. I absolutely love it and it fully deserves its gold medal score. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$191.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Chianti Classico Vigna Mezzuola is a gorgeous, mid-weight wine. Freshly cut flowers, sweet red berry fruit, tobacco, orange peel and spice are nicely pushed forward in this translucent, mid-weight Chianti Classico that delivers so much Sangiovese character. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 94-96 (VN) |
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SG$468.00 |
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Vinous (94-96)The 2018 Eneo is pure and total class. Dark, resonant and super-expressive, the 2018 boasts terrific personality and class, with striking inner perfume that adds sweetness and aromatic intensity to a core of inky fruit. Lavender, mint, pine and sage are some of the many nuances that come alive with a bit of time in the glass. More than anything else, it is the wine's creaminess and overall feel that are so alluring today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$748.00 |
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Vinous (96)Proprietor Fabio Chiarelotto and longtime winemaker Fabrizio Moltard ratchet things up with their stellar 2018 Nardo. Super-ripe black cherry, plum, gravel, spice, underbrush, menthol, licorice and scorched earth give the 2018 its distinct, sepia-toned personality. Dark and brooding in the glass, with imposing tannins, the 2018 is a flat-out stunner. Give it a few years in bottle first. Nardo is built around a core of Sangiovese, with Montepulciano, Alicante and Malvasia Nera. Chiarelotto has reduced the presence of Montepulciano in the blend. If the 2018 is any indication, that choice looks to be spot on. |
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SG$1,420.00 |
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The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is a sublime exemplification of the stunning terroir of Tuscany; crafted by the acclaimed Monteverro estate, globally acclaimed for their meticulous attention to detail and sustainable production processes. This Syrah-Grenache blend marries tradition with innovation, having been carefully fermented in oak barrels, and aged for 16 months. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 showcases a lustrous ruby red colour, complimented by an intoxicating bouquet of dark fruit, spicy notes and an intriguing hint of leather. On the palate, this masterful creation is sumptuous and balanced, with bright acidity and beautifully integrated tannins creating an extended finish. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is truly a testament to the harmonious blend of Tuscany's terroir and Monteverro's winemaking skill that culminates in a wine that is rich, complex and elegantly structured. To uncork a bottle is to experience a sublime journey through Tuscan viticulture. |
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SG$1,130.00 |
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The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is a sublime exemplification of the stunning terroir of Tuscany; crafted by the acclaimed Monteverro estate, globally acclaimed for their meticulous attention to detail and sustainable production processes. This Syrah-Grenache blend marries tradition with innovation, having been carefully fermented in oak barrels, and aged for 16 months. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 showcases a lustrous ruby red colour, complimented by an intoxicating bouquet of dark fruit, spicy notes and an intriguing hint of leather. On the palate, this masterful creation is sumptuous and balanced, with bright acidity and beautifully integrated tannins creating an extended finish. The Monteverro Tinata 2018 is truly a testament to the harmonious blend of Tuscany's terroir and Monteverro's winemaking skill that culminates in a wine that is rich, complex and elegantly structured. To uncork a bottle is to experience a sublime journey through Tuscan viticulture. |
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Campania | 1 | - |
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SG$605.00 |
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The Montevertane Silvia Imparato Colli Salerno 2018 is an exquisite Italian red wine, born in the lush vineyards of Colli di Salerno. Silvia Imparato, the vintner, masterfully practices organic farming, nurturing her vineyard without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, imparting an unadulterated depth to the wine. This 2018 vintage emanates intense, rich notes of cherries, blackberries and delicate spicy undertones. The ageing process using Slavonian oak barrels amplifies its complexity and yields a long, resonant finish. Silvia's commitment to biodynamic practices, coupled with the warm southern Italian climate and mineral-rich soil, creates a wine of distinguished structure and balance. The Montevertano Silvia Imparato Colli Salerno 2018 has received rave reviews and accolades worldwide, testament to its intriguing, full-bodied character. For lovers of Italian wines, this fine vintage from the stable of Silvia Imparato is an essential addition to your cellar. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$1,075.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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SG$6,695.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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