Italy
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
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (TRR) |
Inc. GST
SG$399.42 |
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The Real Review (96)(Top Rank) Pale ruby tending to garnet. A heady bouquet redolent of rose petals, red cherry and sour plum, cinnamon and warm earth, all underscored by the toastiness of high-quality oak. To taste, the wine is rounded and finely textural, sweet fruit flavours discreet and wrapped in threads of firm tannins, supple of body with an impressively lingering finish. A lovely wine of poise and balance, it is perfectly approachable now but also has very fine ageing potential. |
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Piedmont | 10 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$416.86 |
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Vinous (95)The 2012 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is another fabulous wine from Poderi Colla. Deep, layered and quite giving at the moment, the 2012 has more than enough depth to drink well for many years to come. It is perhaps not as pedigreed as the 2013 tasted alongside it, but it is very, very close. In fact, this is one of the highlights of the vintage. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$445.20 |
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Vinous (96)Colla's 2013 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is a knock-out. Intensely sweet and perfumed, the 2013 reminds me of some of the most profound Barolos and Barbarescos I have tasted. Ripe red cherry, pipe tobacco, mint, dried rose petal, orange peel and anise are some of the endless nuances that seem to develop in the glass. The 2013 is a wine of depth, pedigree and class. It should provide thrilling drinking for a number of years. This is a regal wine in every way. Don't miss it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$170.30 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. Sweet tobacco, cedar, dried cherry, mint and licorice give the wine an attractive openness at first, but that turns out to be deceptive, as the 2015 is much tighter on the palate. More than anything else, I am impressed by the wine's phenomenal length. I imagine the 2015 will always retain a slightly mature character in its aromas and flavors, but it also has the structure to develop beautifully in bottle for many years to come. This is an especially powerful edition of the Dardi Le Rose. I loved it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$541.12 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. Sweet tobacco, cedar, dried cherry, mint and licorice give the wine an attractive openness at first, but that turns out to be deceptive, as the 2015 is much tighter on the palate. More than anything else, I am impressed by the wine's phenomenal length. I imagine the 2015 will always retain a slightly mature character in its aromas and flavors, but it also has the structure to develop beautifully in bottle for many years to come. This is an especially powerful edition of the Dardi Le Rose. I loved it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$380.89 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is just as gorgeous as it always has been. Dark and translucent, the 2016 possesses striking layers of complexity. Spice, menthol, leather, sage and tobacco lend compelling nuance throughout. Although the 2016 is fabulous, it has also started to close down in bottle to a greater degree than I original envisaged. I wouldn't be in any rush to open it. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$415.75 |
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Vinous (94+)The 2017 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is superb. Classy and poised, the 2017 captures all the personality of Bussia. The Colla Barolos typically need a few years to shine. I imagine that will be the case here as well. As attractive as the 2017 is today, the best is yet to come. Crushed flowers, spice, sweet pipe tobacco and incense lend considerable nuance to a core of sweet Nebbiolo fruit. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$903.28 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$439.73 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$153.22 |
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Piedmont | 20 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$528.02 |
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Piedmont | 10 | 93 (JD) |
Inc. GST
SG$573.78 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Coming from Verduno, the 2020 Barolo Monvigliero is a bright red/ruby color and offers an expressive, rosy perfume of cranberries, dusty earth, and delicate spices. Medium-bodied, it’s very elegant and graceful on the palate’ with fine tannins, clean, evenly balanced acidity, and a nicely tapered finish. It’s quite appealing now but should have a solid 6-8 years ahead of it. |
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Piedmont | 7 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$337.25 |
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Delve into the aristocratic world of fine wines with the Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2011, a true embodiment of Italian viticultural grandeur. Exquisitely produced in the renowned Roero area of Piedmont, Italy, its intense richness and rewarding complexity are a testament to the meticulous attention to detail employed by Poderi Moretti. The wine is a result of a prolonged maturation in French tonneaux, combined with an impressive ten-month rest period in the bottle, resulting in its harmonious refinement. Poderi Moretti, a family-owned winery dating back to six generations, is celebrated for its commitment to traditional winemaking methods. Their Ginis Riserva Roero 2011 encapsulates this heritage, offering a balanced ensemble of ripe black fruit aromas with subtle oak hints, underpinned by a graceful, tannic structure. An exceptional testament to the region's potential for creating complex, exquisite wines, the Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2011 is a masterpiece designed for the discerning palate. |
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Piedmont | 13 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$365.59 |
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From the illustrious wine-growing region of Piedmont, Italy, Poderi Moretti presents the Ginis Riserva Roero 2015. This stunning wine, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, showcases the intricacy and refinement Poderi Moretti is synonymous with. The grapes, grown in the sandy soil of Roero, undergo attentive manual harvest to ensure they're picked at peak ripeness. Poderi Moretti's centuries-old winemaking tradition shines through in the 18-month maturation in French oak, followed by additional refinement in a bottle for 12 months. This sophisticated process culminates in a wine that exhibits an extraordinary ruby red hue, with garnet reflections. On the nose, it presents a complex bouquet of spices, dried flowers, and ripe red fruit. Its palate is harmonious, warm, and persistent - a testament to the exemplary nature of Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2015. This wine truly embodies the passion for authenticity, quality, and innovation that defines Poderi Moretti. |
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Piedmont | 13 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$425.54 |
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The Poderi Moretti Roero Pulciano Riserva 2012 is a distinguished expression of Italy's Piemonte region. Produced by the esteemed Moretti family, hailing from generations of winemakers since 1630, this ruby-red Nebbiolo reveals the utmost care in cultivation and a keen respect for ancient wine-making traditions. Grapes from 50-year-old vines, manicured meticulously through green harvesting, contribute to limited yields, ensuring higher quality vintages. Aged for 30 months in oak barrels and a further year in its bottle, this Riserva exudes elegant complexities. Sumptuous notes of dried roses, plums, and a whisper of spices create an alluring symphony on the palate. As vibrant as it is layered, the Poderi Moretti Roero Pulciano Riserva 2012 stands as a delightful testament to the unique terroir of the sandy Roero hills. Allow this mesmerising wine to transport you to the heart of Italy with every sip. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 94 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,322.13 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Glorious aromas of crushed berries, spices and cherries, with hints of cedar. Full-bodied, with big, velvety tannins and a thick and rich palate. Loads of cherry fruit. Luscious red. Best after 2003. 450 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 90 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$787.44 |
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Vinous (90)Poggio Antico's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a dark, sensual beauty. Black cherries, mocha, smoke, licorice, leather and cloves meld together in a racy, powerful Brunello built on pure texture. The style is rich, racy and super-intense, with silky tannins that support the structured finish. The 2010 spent three years in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$454.99 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino offers a pure and classic expression of the vintage with bright fruit tones, wild cherry, toasted nut, blue flower and forest floor. Whereas the other wines in the Poggio Antico portfolio undergo aging in smaller tonneaux, this wine is aged in large Slavonian casks instead. You taste the lift and brightness of the fruit, and it's all quite lovely. Grapes are sourced across a 13-hectare site at a very high 500 meters in elevation. The name of this area is I Poggi, and the soils here are a bit lighter and rockier with both schistous galestro and limestone alberese. I love the delicate approach here, the intensity of those floral aromas, and the silky nature of the mouthfeel. Some 34,000 bottles will be released in January 2021. This classic Brunello really stands out. |
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Tuscany | 14 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$268.66 |
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Tuscany | 100 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$374.35 |
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Tuscany | 6 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$206.88 |
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James Suckling (94)Lovely purity of fruit with aromas of peaches, plums, ripe cherries and lemons, alongside some spice box and moss. Medium to full body with fine, creamy tannins. Wonderfully juicy and approachable with a supple and seamless finish. Drink now or hold. |
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Tuscany | 9 | 91.5 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,006.53 |
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Vinous (91.5)Dark red with a large pale rim. Big, brooding wine that offers much darker color, aromas and flavors than Poggio Antico’s 2015 Brunello classico. But bigger is not necessarily better, and I find that the cedary, flinty, herbal nuances to the red and blue fruits neither have much verve nor they represent my ideal Sangiovese wine. Will likely improve with cellaring, but for the money, I’d rather buy Poggio Antico’s regular 2015 Brunello. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$699.15 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Poggio Antico 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva (with 9,000 bottles going to market in January 2021) is a thickly textured and rich wine with fruit-driven flavors and extra fiber. The wine sings with the characteristics of this vintage that will be remembered for the sunshine, the warmth and the picture-perfect fruit. Each cluster hung from the vine with glorious perfection. There is more warmth and dark plum intensity here for sure, and you also get greater latitude in terms of those savory tones of leather, tobacco and tilled earth. The Riserva is sourced from the Il Vignone site at a high 500 meters above sea level where summer breezes keep the grapes healthy and ripe. |
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Tuscany | 29 | 97 (JA) |
Inc. GST
SG$540.20 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This was an exceptional year in Brunello and straight away you are struck by the depth of expression, and the tannic heft and width. Plenty of raspberry, rose petal and red cherry puree along with blackberry, campfire and brioche notes. A classic, signature Brunello with all that you expect from a 2016 in the region. Absolutely one to look out for, moreish, saline-streaked, mouthwatering and walks the line of power and finesse. This is just approaching the sweet spot for drinking but will hold. 30 months in bottle after 30 months in barrel. Slavonian oak casks for ageing. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
Inc. GST
SG$678.42 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This was an exceptional year in Brunello and straight away you are struck by the depth of expression, and the tannic heft and width. Plenty of raspberry, rose petal and red cherry puree along with blackberry, campfire and brioche notes. A classic, signature Brunello with all that you expect from a 2016 in the region. Absolutely one to look out for, moreish, saline-streaked, mouthwatering and walks the line of power and finesse. This is just approaching the sweet spot for drinking but will hold. 30 months in bottle after 30 months in barrel. Slavonian oak casks for ageing. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (TRR) |
In Bond
SG$311.00 |
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The Real Review (96)(Top Rank) Pale ruby tending to garnet. A heady bouquet redolent of rose petals, red cherry and sour plum, cinnamon and warm earth, all underscored by the toastiness of high-quality oak. To taste, the wine is rounded and finely textural, sweet fruit flavours discreet and wrapped in threads of firm tannins, supple of body with an impressively lingering finish. A lovely wine of poise and balance, it is perfectly approachable now but also has very fine ageing potential. |
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Piedmont | 10 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$327.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2012 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is another fabulous wine from Poderi Colla. Deep, layered and quite giving at the moment, the 2012 has more than enough depth to drink well for many years to come. It is perhaps not as pedigreed as the 2013 tasted alongside it, but it is very, very close. In fact, this is one of the highlights of the vintage. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$353.00 |
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Vinous (96)Colla's 2013 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is a knock-out. Intensely sweet and perfumed, the 2013 reminds me of some of the most profound Barolos and Barbarescos I have tasted. Ripe red cherry, pipe tobacco, mint, dried rose petal, orange peel and anise are some of the endless nuances that seem to develop in the glass. The 2013 is a wine of depth, pedigree and class. It should provide thrilling drinking for a number of years. This is a regal wine in every way. Don't miss it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$147.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. Sweet tobacco, cedar, dried cherry, mint and licorice give the wine an attractive openness at first, but that turns out to be deceptive, as the 2015 is much tighter on the palate. More than anything else, I am impressed by the wine's phenomenal length. I imagine the 2015 will always retain a slightly mature character in its aromas and flavors, but it also has the structure to develop beautifully in bottle for many years to come. This is an especially powerful edition of the Dardi Le Rose. I loved it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$441.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. Sweet tobacco, cedar, dried cherry, mint and licorice give the wine an attractive openness at first, but that turns out to be deceptive, as the 2015 is much tighter on the palate. More than anything else, I am impressed by the wine's phenomenal length. I imagine the 2015 will always retain a slightly mature character in its aromas and flavors, but it also has the structure to develop beautifully in bottle for many years to come. This is an especially powerful edition of the Dardi Le Rose. I loved it. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$294.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is just as gorgeous as it always has been. Dark and translucent, the 2016 possesses striking layers of complexity. Spice, menthol, leather, sage and tobacco lend compelling nuance throughout. Although the 2016 is fabulous, it has also started to close down in bottle to a greater degree than I original envisaged. I wouldn't be in any rush to open it. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$324.00 |
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Vinous (94+)The 2017 Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is superb. Classy and poised, the 2017 captures all the personality of Bussia. The Colla Barolos typically need a few years to shine. I imagine that will be the case here as well. As attractive as the 2017 is today, the best is yet to come. Crushed flowers, spice, sweet pipe tobacco and incense lend considerable nuance to a core of sweet Nebbiolo fruit. What a pretty wine this is. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$733.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$346.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$131.00 |
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Piedmont | 20 | - |
In Bond
SG$427.00 |
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Piedmont | 10 | 93 (JD) |
In Bond
SG$467.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Coming from Verduno, the 2020 Barolo Monvigliero is a bright red/ruby color and offers an expressive, rosy perfume of cranberries, dusty earth, and delicate spices. Medium-bodied, it’s very elegant and graceful on the palate’ with fine tannins, clean, evenly balanced acidity, and a nicely tapered finish. It’s quite appealing now but should have a solid 6-8 years ahead of it. |
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Piedmont | 7 | - |
In Bond
SG$250.00 |
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Delve into the aristocratic world of fine wines with the Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2011, a true embodiment of Italian viticultural grandeur. Exquisitely produced in the renowned Roero area of Piedmont, Italy, its intense richness and rewarding complexity are a testament to the meticulous attention to detail employed by Poderi Moretti. The wine is a result of a prolonged maturation in French tonneaux, combined with an impressive ten-month rest period in the bottle, resulting in its harmonious refinement. Poderi Moretti, a family-owned winery dating back to six generations, is celebrated for its commitment to traditional winemaking methods. Their Ginis Riserva Roero 2011 encapsulates this heritage, offering a balanced ensemble of ripe black fruit aromas with subtle oak hints, underpinned by a graceful, tannic structure. An exceptional testament to the region's potential for creating complex, exquisite wines, the Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2011 is a masterpiece designed for the discerning palate. |
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Piedmont | 13 | - |
In Bond
SG$276.00 |
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From the illustrious wine-growing region of Piedmont, Italy, Poderi Moretti presents the Ginis Riserva Roero 2015. This stunning wine, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, showcases the intricacy and refinement Poderi Moretti is synonymous with. The grapes, grown in the sandy soil of Roero, undergo attentive manual harvest to ensure they're picked at peak ripeness. Poderi Moretti's centuries-old winemaking tradition shines through in the 18-month maturation in French oak, followed by additional refinement in a bottle for 12 months. This sophisticated process culminates in a wine that exhibits an extraordinary ruby red hue, with garnet reflections. On the nose, it presents a complex bouquet of spices, dried flowers, and ripe red fruit. Its palate is harmonious, warm, and persistent - a testament to the exemplary nature of Poderi Moretti Ginis Riserva Roero 2015. This wine truly embodies the passion for authenticity, quality, and innovation that defines Poderi Moretti. |
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Piedmont | 13 | - |
In Bond
SG$331.00 |
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The Poderi Moretti Roero Pulciano Riserva 2012 is a distinguished expression of Italy's Piemonte region. Produced by the esteemed Moretti family, hailing from generations of winemakers since 1630, this ruby-red Nebbiolo reveals the utmost care in cultivation and a keen respect for ancient wine-making traditions. Grapes from 50-year-old vines, manicured meticulously through green harvesting, contribute to limited yields, ensuring higher quality vintages. Aged for 30 months in oak barrels and a further year in its bottle, this Riserva exudes elegant complexities. Sumptuous notes of dried roses, plums, and a whisper of spices create an alluring symphony on the palate. As vibrant as it is layered, the Poderi Moretti Roero Pulciano Riserva 2012 stands as a delightful testament to the unique terroir of the sandy Roero hills. Allow this mesmerising wine to transport you to the heart of Italy with every sip. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 94 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$1,110.00 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Glorious aromas of crushed berries, spices and cherries, with hints of cedar. Full-bodied, with big, velvety tannins and a thick and rich palate. Loads of cherry fruit. Luscious red. Best after 2003. 450 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$665.00 |
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Vinous (90)Poggio Antico's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a dark, sensual beauty. Black cherries, mocha, smoke, licorice, leather and cloves meld together in a racy, powerful Brunello built on pure texture. The style is rich, racy and super-intense, with silky tannins that support the structured finish. The 2010 spent three years in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$360.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino offers a pure and classic expression of the vintage with bright fruit tones, wild cherry, toasted nut, blue flower and forest floor. Whereas the other wines in the Poggio Antico portfolio undergo aging in smaller tonneaux, this wine is aged in large Slavonian casks instead. You taste the lift and brightness of the fruit, and it's all quite lovely. Grapes are sourced across a 13-hectare site at a very high 500 meters in elevation. The name of this area is I Poggi, and the soils here are a bit lighter and rockier with both schistous galestro and limestone alberese. I love the delicate approach here, the intensity of those floral aromas, and the silky nature of the mouthfeel. Some 34,000 bottles will be released in January 2021. This classic Brunello really stands out. |
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Tuscany | 14 | - |
In Bond
SG$228.00 |
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Tuscany | 100 | - |
In Bond
SG$288.00 |
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Tuscany | 6 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$170.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Lovely purity of fruit with aromas of peaches, plums, ripe cherries and lemons, alongside some spice box and moss. Medium to full body with fine, creamy tannins. Wonderfully juicy and approachable with a supple and seamless finish. Drink now or hold. |
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Tuscany | 9 | 91.5 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$866.00 |
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Vinous (91.5)Dark red with a large pale rim. Big, brooding wine that offers much darker color, aromas and flavors than Poggio Antico’s 2015 Brunello classico. But bigger is not necessarily better, and I find that the cedary, flinty, herbal nuances to the red and blue fruits neither have much verve nor they represent my ideal Sangiovese wine. Will likely improve with cellaring, but for the money, I’d rather buy Poggio Antico’s regular 2015 Brunello. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$584.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Poggio Antico 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva (with 9,000 bottles going to market in January 2021) is a thickly textured and rich wine with fruit-driven flavors and extra fiber. The wine sings with the characteristics of this vintage that will be remembered for the sunshine, the warmth and the picture-perfect fruit. Each cluster hung from the vine with glorious perfection. There is more warmth and dark plum intensity here for sure, and you also get greater latitude in terms of those savory tones of leather, tobacco and tilled earth. The Riserva is sourced from the Il Vignone site at a high 500 meters above sea level where summer breezes keep the grapes healthy and ripe. |
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Tuscany | 29 | 97 (JA) |
In Bond
SG$456.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This was an exceptional year in Brunello and straight away you are struck by the depth of expression, and the tannic heft and width. Plenty of raspberry, rose petal and red cherry puree along with blackberry, campfire and brioche notes. A classic, signature Brunello with all that you expect from a 2016 in the region. Absolutely one to look out for, moreish, saline-streaked, mouthwatering and walks the line of power and finesse. This is just approaching the sweet spot for drinking but will hold. 30 months in bottle after 30 months in barrel. Slavonian oak casks for ageing. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
In Bond
SG$563.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This was an exceptional year in Brunello and straight away you are struck by the depth of expression, and the tannic heft and width. Plenty of raspberry, rose petal and red cherry puree along with blackberry, campfire and brioche notes. A classic, signature Brunello with all that you expect from a 2016 in the region. Absolutely one to look out for, moreish, saline-streaked, mouthwatering and walks the line of power and finesse. This is just approaching the sweet spot for drinking but will hold. 30 months in bottle after 30 months in barrel. Slavonian oak casks for ageing. |
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