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Mosel | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,586.65 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Kabinett (AP #2) is brilliant, clear and coolish on the nose, with cold, wet and clayey yet also crunchy slate aromas and bright fruit. Lush and precise, with lingering salinity and mineral expression, this is a complex and structured Scharzhofberger Kabinett with great aging potential. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 9 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,428.60 |
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Vinous (93)The “regular” 2020 Riesling Scharzhofberger Kabinett (bearing A.P. #3) leads with quince and peach accented by mint, cress, ginger and lemon, setting up an overall impression of coolness, but also of brightness, with stimulating cut and pungency analogous to that of the corresponding Braune Kupp. In the background is a greenhouse-like amalgam of flowers and foliage. The phenolic concentration here belies a vintage with relatively generous yields even as the efficacious acidity and levity defy preconceptions concerning a year marked by summer heat and drought. The multifaceted finish, transparent to wet stone underpinnings, is tongue-tinglingly vibrant. Here is a Riesling Kabinett to really grab and hold your attention even as it delivers consummate refreshment and a bit of thought-provoking intrigue to accompany its entertainment value. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,805.29 |
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Mosel | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,571.58 |
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Vinous (93)A subtle floral element complicated aromas of peach nectar, ripe cherry, white raisin and lemon oil. The velvety, creamy nectarine fruit comes across as bright and elegant thanks to this Riesling's refreshing acidity. Juicy, spicy and pure on the finish, with a delicately luscious quality. An excellent Spätlese in this decidedly difficult vintage for the Saar. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,060.80 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,785.65 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2019 Scharzhofberger Spätlese is brilliant, digitally precise and spicy on the clear, elegant, deep and terroir-typical nose with mango and papaya aromas. Tropical fruit aromas on the juicy, elegant, refined and seamless palate lead to a salty-piquant, mouth-watering and stimulating finish with great finesse and precision. This is Scharzhofberger at its very best and a Spätlese close to perfection! Tasted in April 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,942.03 |
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Mosel | 1 | 100 (FW) |
Inc. GST
SG$7,850.16 |
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Jean Fisch & David Rayer (100)The 2017er Scharzhofberger TBA was harvested at well over 200° Oechsle. What is remarkable here is that the wine proves so delicate and elegant despite its huge ripeness. The nose develops stunningly complex notes of greengage, date, marzipan, raisin, and fine herbs all wrapped into great creamy elements. The wine develops a stunningly vibrant yet also superbly creamy feel on the palate, where more date mingles with herbs and spices to make for a surprisingly refined and multi-layered feel for such a “big” TBA. The wine grows in oiliness and presence as it develops on the palate yet always remains focused and refined. It leaves one with a great airy feel of exotic dried fruits, whipped cream and honey in the never-ending finish. This is simply a perfect TBA in the making. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,960.54 |
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Vinous (92)Influence of botrytis has steered this bottling in a very dried-fruit direction, with purple plum, white peach and quince on the nose taking on a pasted impression on the palpably dense, glossy palate. There is also a delicate aura of raw mushroom. Licks of cinnamon stick and lime zest add to the vibrancy and tactile grip of a severely concentrated finish. This definitely needs some time. |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,403.12 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2019 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Auslese is very clear, refined and flinty on the elegant and subtle nose with its rose petal and wood aromas, similar yet even finer than in the Spätlese to be auctioned. On the palate, this is a piquant, fresh and grippy Auslese with racy acidity that cuts the sweetness and pairs with the mineral backbone of this refined and frisky Auslese. The salinity and piquancy are already exciting yet still nervous and youthful—this should be an extremely buoyant Auslese in 20 years. Bottled with 7.5% alcohol. Tasted from AP 7-20 in June 2020. |
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Tejo | 2 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$334.02 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2015 Reserva Conde de Vimioso is a blend of 40% Touriga Nacional, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Aragonez and the rest Syrah, aged for 18 months in oak ranging from new to third use. It comes in at 14% alcohol. Concentrated, beautifully structured and rather on the powerful side on opening, this is not quite ready to drink, although you could certainly approach it now. With an hour of air, it actually drank very well. Another year or two in the cellar would help it, though. It went like this: on opening, a bit oaky and not ready; after an hour, beautiful. Add a couple of points to the score. Leave it on the table for three hours and then let it air in a glass for half an hour—gorgeous. Add more points. Of the Tejo onslaught this issue, this was probably my favorite. The oak is a bit prominent now, but it doesn't come close to subsuming the nuanced fruit. That first hour of aeration lets the mid-palate absorb the wood very well. The complex flavor medley runs from blueberries to beef. The mid-palate eventually shows some fine finesse, although this is certainly burlier than its unoaked sibling this issue. This well-crafted red is a refined and silky beauty with a bit of a crisp edge. I suspect that it will eventually show far more complexity as well. This is not imported, so the price is just an estimate. |
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Porto | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$2,517.07 |
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Porto | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,599.42 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Fonseca has scored in both the 1991 and 1992 vintages. The 1992 is a majestic young port that should ultimately rival, perhaps even surpass this house's most recent great efforts (1985, 1977, 1970, 1963). This colossal vintage port reveals a nearly opaque black/purple color, and an explosive nose of jammy black fruits, licorice, chocolate, and spices. Extremely full-bodied and unctuously-textured, this multi-layered, enormously-endowed port reveals a finish that lasts for over a minute. It is a magnificent port that will age well for 30-40 years. Importer: Kobrand, Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300. |
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Porto | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,348.72 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2000 Fonseca continues to exude finesse and focus on the nose, with pure blackberry, juniper berries, licorice and a touch of sloes, perhaps as Adrian Bridge remarked, just beginning to close after ten years in bottle. The palate is underpinned by very fine tannins, a sensual, svelte texture with wonderful acidity. The harmony and symmetry is alluring, the finish precise and demonstrating the persistency to suggest a long future ahead. Drink 2020-2060. |
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Porto | 1 | 95-100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,507.91 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Wild aromas, with flowers, blackberries and passion fruit. Full-bodied, massive on the palate. Medium-sweet. The finish goes on for minutes. A mega young Port. Fonseca. What do you expect? Score range: 95-100 |
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Porto | 2 | 97-99 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$708.72 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)The Fonseca 2011 is typically more forthcoming on the nose compared to the bashful Croft: a strident bouquet with lifted scents of freshly picked blackberries, kirsch, crushed stone and a dash of Hoi Sin and oyster sauce. It is very well-defined, very focused and direct. The palate is silky smooth with not a rough edge in sight, though not a typically voluptuous Fonseca because of the keen thread of acidity and the structure that lends this mighty Port wonderful backbone. A slight viscosity on the finish lacquers the tongue and indicates a core of sweet fruit is ticking away underneath that will surely explode several years after bottling. A tincture of salted licorice on the aftertaste is very attractive. This will turn out to become an outstanding Fonseca, the growing season taming its exuberance with spectacular results. So much potential, but just 6,000 cases were produced. Tasted May 2013. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,425.02 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$634.51 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$757.75 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 4 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$994.30 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2017 Vintage Port, not quite bottled when originally seen, has now been in bottle for a couple of years. It is a field blend (with typical grapes like Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca) aged for approximately 20 months in used French oak. It comes in with 98 grams of residual sugar. This is a great Fonseca, distinctive, with a touch of eucalyptus and plums, but also loaded with delicious fruit. Like its Taylor's siblings, there is also a fine backbone. I'd say it is a step behind the Taylor's duo this year, but not by much. It will age well, to say the least. |
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Porto | 9 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$926.72 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2017 Vintage Port, not quite bottled when originally seen, has now been in bottle for a couple of years. It is a field blend (with typical grapes like Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca) aged for approximately 20 months in used French oak. It comes in with 98 grams of residual sugar. This is a great Fonseca, distinctive, with a touch of eucalyptus and plums, but also loaded with delicious fruit. Like its Taylor's siblings, there is also a fine backbone. I'd say it is a step behind the Taylor's duo this year, but not by much. It will age well, to say the least. |
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Porto | 2 | 18.5 (RM) |
Inc. GST
SG$993.21 |
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Richard Mayson (18.5)The second label for Fonseca, a blend fromQuinta do Panascal in the Távora Valley and Fonseca’s estates in the Pinhão Valley. Lovely, ripe expressive dark chocolate concentration on the nose, this really sings from the glass; dense and voluptuous on the palate, super-ripe and plummy with luscious texture backed by firm, gravelly tannins that extend to a broad, gripping finish. Glorious. This will be a keeper. |
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Mosel | 11 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$407.50 |
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Vinous (91)Golden yellow. Aromas of ripe peach, guava and dates, with a hint of spicy botrytis. A cool minerality gives a refreshing quality to the luscious citrus fruit flavors. The finish is dominated by a spicy elegance rather than an impression of weight. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$446.57 |
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Emerging from the esteemed vineyards of Saarburger Rausch, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 offers an indulgent taste of superior German craftsmanship. Hand-harvested with meticulous precision, this outstanding wine reverberates with the expertise of the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken estate, revered for its dedication to viticulture since 1742. This magnificent Riesling Auslese exudes the distinct terroir of Saar Valley, a unique composition of weathered grey slate and iron-rich soil, delivering an indelible minerality in every sip. Characterised by an aromatic bouquet of ripe apricots, candied lemon peel, and subtle hints of honey, it possesses a remarkable ageing potential. Its vibrant acidity and persistent sweetness yield perfect harmony, making the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 a cherished addition to any discerning wine collector's selection. |
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Mosel | 4 | 93+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$659.12 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale golden yellow. Peach pit, guava and lemon oil on the nose, with hardly a hint of botrytis. Luscious citrus fruits are refreshed by a cool minerality and bracing acidity. An ethereal weightlessness and elegant spiciness dominate the finish. In a pure, classical style, with undeniable class. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$821.53 |
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For the impressive Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010, a well-renowned estate in the Saar region of Germany takes centre stage. This luxurious white has been carefully crafted by the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken winery, which boasts an impressive history dating back over three centuries. The terroir of the Saarburger Rausch vineyard, renowned for its grey Devonian slate soil, nurtures the Riesling grapes to produce this exquisite Auslese with notable finesse and balancing acidity. This vintage offers luscious honeyed fruitiness and beguiling aromatics with a supreme ageing potential. A gastronomic delight, its abundant sweetness is harmoniously balanced by a crisp finish, echoing its mineral-rich vineyard origins. Cherish the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010 — the epitome of winemaking artistry. |
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Mosel | 1 | 90 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$505.41 |
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Vinous (90)Bosc pear, cherry pit and lemon peel on the nose. Offers an enticing palate feel, with spicy freshness and crisp, clear minerality. With a bright finish in spite of its residual sugar, this is one of my favorite kabinetts of the vintage. |
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Mosel | 9 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$585.00 |
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Vinous (91)Bright aromas of apple blossom, lemon zest and sweet herbs. The delicate pineapple fruit is refined, salty and light in spite of the wine's density. Well-balanced and attractively spicy on the finish. |
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Mosel | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$779.02 |
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Discover the enthralling Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spatlese Auktion 2012. This fine Moselle Riesling hails from the eminent estate of Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken, an embodiment of Riesling complexity in Saar. Harvested meticulously in the celebrated Saarburger Rausch vineyard, the grapes are left on the vine until late Autumn to accumulate exquisite sugar, resulting in an eminent Spatlese level. The 2012 vintage is meticulously crafted through traditional cellar practices and spontaneous fermentation in 1,000-litre Fuder barrels. The result is a sensuous wine teeming with intense acidity, luscious fruitiness, and exceptional mineral character. Sublime longevity and age-worthiness are the hallmarks of this wine. Make the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spatlese Auktion 2012 an addition to any discerning wine enthusiast's collection. |
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Mosel | 3 | 90 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,103.95 |
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Wine Advocate (90)From fully ripe grapes from younger vines and bottled with 75 grams of residual sugar and 7.5% alcohol, the 2014 Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese displays a puristic smoky slate aroma that needs some minutes to develop more fruity charm. Medium-bodied and as juicy and mineral, this finesse-full and frisky Spätlese with a long and salty finish reveals a nice purity, finesse and elegance. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,420.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Kabinett (AP #2) is brilliant, clear and coolish on the nose, with cold, wet and clayey yet also crunchy slate aromas and bright fruit. Lush and precise, with lingering salinity and mineral expression, this is a complex and structured Scharzhofberger Kabinett with great aging potential. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 9 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,275.00 |
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Vinous (93)The “regular” 2020 Riesling Scharzhofberger Kabinett (bearing A.P. #3) leads with quince and peach accented by mint, cress, ginger and lemon, setting up an overall impression of coolness, but also of brightness, with stimulating cut and pungency analogous to that of the corresponding Braune Kupp. In the background is a greenhouse-like amalgam of flowers and foliage. The phenolic concentration here belies a vintage with relatively generous yields even as the efficacious acidity and levity defy preconceptions concerning a year marked by summer heat and drought. The multifaceted finish, transparent to wet stone underpinnings, is tongue-tinglingly vibrant. Here is a Riesling Kabinett to really grab and hold your attention even as it delivers consummate refreshment and a bit of thought-provoking intrigue to accompany its entertainment value. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,540.00 |
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Mosel | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$3,245.00 |
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Vinous (93)A subtle floral element complicated aromas of peach nectar, ripe cherry, white raisin and lemon oil. The velvety, creamy nectarine fruit comes across as bright and elegant thanks to this Riesling's refreshing acidity. Juicy, spicy and pure on the finish, with a delicately luscious quality. An excellent Spätlese in this decidedly difficult vintage for the Saar. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,855.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 98 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,520.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2019 Scharzhofberger Spätlese is brilliant, digitally precise and spicy on the clear, elegant, deep and terroir-typical nose with mango and papaya aromas. Tropical fruit aromas on the juicy, elegant, refined and seamless palate lead to a salty-piquant, mouth-watering and stimulating finish with great finesse and precision. This is Scharzhofberger at its very best and a Spätlese close to perfection! Tasted in April 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,750.00 |
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Mosel | 1 | 100 (FW) |
In Bond
SG$7,200.00 |
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Jean Fisch & David Rayer (100)The 2017er Scharzhofberger TBA was harvested at well over 200° Oechsle. What is remarkable here is that the wine proves so delicate and elegant despite its huge ripeness. The nose develops stunningly complex notes of greengage, date, marzipan, raisin, and fine herbs all wrapped into great creamy elements. The wine develops a stunningly vibrant yet also superbly creamy feel on the palate, where more date mingles with herbs and spices to make for a surprisingly refined and multi-layered feel for such a “big” TBA. The wine grows in oiliness and presence as it develops on the palate yet always remains focused and refined. It leaves one with a great airy feel of exotic dried fruits, whipped cream and honey in the never-ending finish. This is simply a perfect TBA in the making. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,765.00 |
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Vinous (92)Influence of botrytis has steered this bottling in a very dried-fruit direction, with purple plum, white peach and quince on the nose taking on a pasted impression on the palpably dense, glossy palate. There is also a delicate aura of raw mushroom. Licks of cinnamon stick and lime zest add to the vibrancy and tactile grip of a severely concentrated finish. This definitely needs some time. |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,175.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2019 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Auslese is very clear, refined and flinty on the elegant and subtle nose with its rose petal and wood aromas, similar yet even finer than in the Spätlese to be auctioned. On the palate, this is a piquant, fresh and grippy Auslese with racy acidity that cuts the sweetness and pairs with the mineral backbone of this refined and frisky Auslese. The salinity and piquancy are already exciting yet still nervous and youthful—this should be an extremely buoyant Auslese in 20 years. Bottled with 7.5% alcohol. Tasted from AP 7-20 in June 2020. |
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Tejo | 2 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$251.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2015 Reserva Conde de Vimioso is a blend of 40% Touriga Nacional, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Aragonez and the rest Syrah, aged for 18 months in oak ranging from new to third use. It comes in at 14% alcohol. Concentrated, beautifully structured and rather on the powerful side on opening, this is not quite ready to drink, although you could certainly approach it now. With an hour of air, it actually drank very well. Another year or two in the cellar would help it, though. It went like this: on opening, a bit oaky and not ready; after an hour, beautiful. Add a couple of points to the score. Leave it on the table for three hours and then let it air in a glass for half an hour—gorgeous. Add more points. Of the Tejo onslaught this issue, this was probably my favorite. The oak is a bit prominent now, but it doesn't come close to subsuming the nuanced fruit. That first hour of aeration lets the mid-palate absorb the wood very well. The complex flavor medley runs from blueberries to beef. The mid-palate eventually shows some fine finesse, although this is certainly burlier than its unoaked sibling this issue. This well-crafted red is a refined and silky beauty with a bit of a crisp edge. I suspect that it will eventually show far more complexity as well. This is not imported, so the price is just an estimate. |
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Porto | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$2,135.00 |
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Porto | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,305.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Fonseca has scored in both the 1991 and 1992 vintages. The 1992 is a majestic young port that should ultimately rival, perhaps even surpass this house's most recent great efforts (1985, 1977, 1970, 1963). This colossal vintage port reveals a nearly opaque black/purple color, and an explosive nose of jammy black fruits, licorice, chocolate, and spices. Extremely full-bodied and unctuously-textured, this multi-layered, enormously-endowed port reveals a finish that lasts for over a minute. It is a magnificent port that will age well for 30-40 years. Importer: Kobrand, Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300. |
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Porto | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,075.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2000 Fonseca continues to exude finesse and focus on the nose, with pure blackberry, juniper berries, licorice and a touch of sloes, perhaps as Adrian Bridge remarked, just beginning to close after ten years in bottle. The palate is underpinned by very fine tannins, a sensual, svelte texture with wonderful acidity. The harmony and symmetry is alluring, the finish precise and demonstrating the persistency to suggest a long future ahead. Drink 2020-2060. |
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Porto | 1 | 95-100 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$1,225.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Wild aromas, with flowers, blackberries and passion fruit. Full-bodied, massive on the palate. Medium-sweet. The finish goes on for minutes. A mega young Port. Fonseca. What do you expect? Score range: 95-100 |
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Porto | 2 | 97-99 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$571.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)The Fonseca 2011 is typically more forthcoming on the nose compared to the bashful Croft: a strident bouquet with lifted scents of freshly picked blackberries, kirsch, crushed stone and a dash of Hoi Sin and oyster sauce. It is very well-defined, very focused and direct. The palate is silky smooth with not a rough edge in sight, though not a typically voluptuous Fonseca because of the keen thread of acidity and the structure that lends this mighty Port wonderful backbone. A slight viscosity on the finish lacquers the tongue and indicates a core of sweet fruit is ticking away underneath that will surely explode several years after bottling. A tincture of salted licorice on the aftertaste is very attractive. This will turn out to become an outstanding Fonseca, the growing season taming its exuberance with spectacular results. So much potential, but just 6,000 cases were produced. Tasted May 2013. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,145.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$528.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$614.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Lots of ripe fruit here with raisins and wet earth that turn to violets and hot stones. Full-bodied, tannic and powerful with fantastic grip and intensity. Grabs you. Impressive. Drink in 2025. |
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Porto | 4 | 98 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$833.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2017 Vintage Port, not quite bottled when originally seen, has now been in bottle for a couple of years. It is a field blend (with typical grapes like Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca) aged for approximately 20 months in used French oak. It comes in with 98 grams of residual sugar. This is a great Fonseca, distinctive, with a touch of eucalyptus and plums, but also loaded with delicious fruit. Like its Taylor's siblings, there is also a fine backbone. I'd say it is a step behind the Taylor's duo this year, but not by much. It will age well, to say the least. |
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Porto | 9 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$771.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2017 Vintage Port, not quite bottled when originally seen, has now been in bottle for a couple of years. It is a field blend (with typical grapes like Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca) aged for approximately 20 months in used French oak. It comes in with 98 grams of residual sugar. This is a great Fonseca, distinctive, with a touch of eucalyptus and plums, but also loaded with delicious fruit. Like its Taylor's siblings, there is also a fine backbone. I'd say it is a step behind the Taylor's duo this year, but not by much. It will age well, to say the least. |
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Porto | 2 | 18.5 (RM) |
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SG$832.00 |
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Richard Mayson (18.5)The second label for Fonseca, a blend fromQuinta do Panascal in the Távora Valley and Fonseca’s estates in the Pinhão Valley. Lovely, ripe expressive dark chocolate concentration on the nose, this really sings from the glass; dense and voluptuous on the palate, super-ripe and plummy with luscious texture backed by firm, gravelly tannins that extend to a broad, gripping finish. Glorious. This will be a keeper. |
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Mosel | 11 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$359.00 |
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Vinous (91)Golden yellow. Aromas of ripe peach, guava and dates, with a hint of spicy botrytis. A cool minerality gives a refreshing quality to the luscious citrus fruit flavors. The finish is dominated by a spicy elegance rather than an impression of weight. |
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SG$380.00 |
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Emerging from the esteemed vineyards of Saarburger Rausch, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 offers an indulgent taste of superior German craftsmanship. Hand-harvested with meticulous precision, this outstanding wine reverberates with the expertise of the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken estate, revered for its dedication to viticulture since 1742. This magnificent Riesling Auslese exudes the distinct terroir of Saar Valley, a unique composition of weathered grey slate and iron-rich soil, delivering an indelible minerality in every sip. Characterised by an aromatic bouquet of ripe apricots, candied lemon peel, and subtle hints of honey, it possesses a remarkable ageing potential. Its vibrant acidity and persistent sweetness yield perfect harmony, making the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 a cherished addition to any discerning wine collector's selection. |
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Mosel | 4 | 93+ (VN) |
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SG$575.00 |
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Vinous (93+)Pale golden yellow. Peach pit, guava and lemon oil on the nose, with hardly a hint of botrytis. Luscious citrus fruits are refreshed by a cool minerality and bracing acidity. An ethereal weightlessness and elegant spiciness dominate the finish. In a pure, classical style, with undeniable class. |
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Mosel | 1 | - |
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SG$724.00 |
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For the impressive Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010, a well-renowned estate in the Saar region of Germany takes centre stage. This luxurious white has been carefully crafted by the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken winery, which boasts an impressive history dating back over three centuries. The terroir of the Saarburger Rausch vineyard, renowned for its grey Devonian slate soil, nurtures the Riesling grapes to produce this exquisite Auslese with notable finesse and balancing acidity. This vintage offers luscious honeyed fruitiness and beguiling aromatics with a supreme ageing potential. A gastronomic delight, its abundant sweetness is harmoniously balanced by a crisp finish, echoing its mineral-rich vineyard origins. Cherish the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010 — the epitome of winemaking artistry. |
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Mosel | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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SG$432.00 |
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Vinous (90)Bosc pear, cherry pit and lemon peel on the nose. Offers an enticing palate feel, with spicy freshness and crisp, clear minerality. With a bright finish in spite of its residual sugar, this is one of my favorite kabinetts of the vintage. |
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Mosel | 9 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$507.00 |
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Vinous (91)Bright aromas of apple blossom, lemon zest and sweet herbs. The delicate pineapple fruit is refined, salty and light in spite of the wine's density. Well-balanced and attractively spicy on the finish. |
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Mosel | 3 | - |
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SG$685.00 |
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Discover the enthralling Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spatlese Auktion 2012. This fine Moselle Riesling hails from the eminent estate of Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken, an embodiment of Riesling complexity in Saar. Harvested meticulously in the celebrated Saarburger Rausch vineyard, the grapes are left on the vine until late Autumn to accumulate exquisite sugar, resulting in an eminent Spatlese level. The 2012 vintage is meticulously crafted through traditional cellar practices and spontaneous fermentation in 1,000-litre Fuder barrels. The result is a sensuous wine teeming with intense acidity, luscious fruitiness, and exceptional mineral character. Sublime longevity and age-worthiness are the hallmarks of this wine. Make the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spatlese Auktion 2012 an addition to any discerning wine enthusiast's collection. |
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Mosel | 3 | 90 (WA) |
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SG$894.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)From fully ripe grapes from younger vines and bottled with 75 grams of residual sugar and 7.5% alcohol, the 2014 Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese displays a puristic smoky slate aroma that needs some minutes to develop more fruity charm. Medium-bodied and as juicy and mineral, this finesse-full and frisky Spätlese with a long and salty finish reveals a nice purity, finesse and elegance. |
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One of the best things about wine is its limitless nature.
Even professionals with 30 years under their belt come across new regions and new varietals all the time – it is the passion/hobby/profession that just keeps on giving. If you have not yet experienced the profound Gruners or Rieslings from Austria, the sweet nectar that is Tokaji from Hungary, the precise and terroir driven German Rieslings with unrivalled drinkability, the wild and sometimes bloody reds of Portugal, or any other of the beauties found off the beaten track, you are in for a treat. For wine can transport you to another place and time just by popping the cork, and there is a whole world full to discover.
