Spain - All Red Wines
One of the most famous vineyards for red wines in Spain is Vega Sicilia, located in Ribera del Duero. Their flagship wine, Vega Sicilia Único, is a legendary red that exemplifies the region's mastery in crafting age-worthy and complex wines. With its deep color, intense aromatics, and a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and other varietals, Vega Sicilia Único has become an iconic representation of Spanish winemaking.
In Priorat, Clos Mogador is celebrated for its exceptional red wines. Their Clos Mogador, crafted from a blend of Grenache, Carignan, and other local varieties, showcases the rugged landscape of the region with its concentrated flavors, firm tannins, and remarkable aging potential.Moving to the region of Bierzo, Descendientes de Jose Palacios is a notable vineyard known for its Mencía-based red wines. Their Petalos del Bierzo is a stellar example of the region's winemaking excellence, offering vibrant fruit flavors, floral aromatics, and a lively acidity that epitomizes the elegance of Bierzo's red wines.
Spain's fine red wines beautifully reflect the country's winemaking diversity, from the bold and structured reds of Ribera del Duero and Rioja to the powerful and mineral-driven wines of Priorat and the elegant and aromatic expressions of Bierzo. With their depth, complexity, and the legacy of Spain's winemaking heritage, these red wines embody the essence of Spain's vibrant wine culture. Spanish red wines promise a journey of flavors that capture the essence of this captivating wine country.
Spain - All Red Wines
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Balearic Islands | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$464.91 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2021 4 Kilos is beautiful, perfumed, elegant, nuanced and subtle with floral notes, Mediterranean herbs, red berries and a spicy twist. It's expressive, open and fine-boned, with a moderate 12% alcohol and a velvety palate. This is medium-bodied, delicate and precise, very much in line with the 2020. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$692.61 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque purple color. Intensely perfumed nose displays spicy dark berry and floral character, with zesty minerals and black tea adding complexity. Pliant blackberry and cherry flavors are impressively fresh, becoming deeper and sweeter with air. An admirably balanced wine, playing depth against vivacity and finishing with outstanding clarity and length. This is the most elegant example of this bottling I've tasted. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$264.76 |
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Vinous (90+)Bright purple. Pungent, intensely perfumed nose displays black and blue fruits, violet, Indian spices and a lively, peppery note. Sweet and lush on entry, then smoky and intense in the middle, offering brawny blackberry and mulberry flavors and suggestions of bitter chocolate and cracked pepper. Ripe but fresh, with a juicy, long finish that features notes of smoke and blackberry. This is pretty powerful for the vintage and deserves some patience. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 91 |
Inc. GST
SG$439.71 |
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Aalto Ribera del Duero 2009 epitomises the quintessence of Spanish viticulture, meticulously crafted in the esteemed Ribera del Duero region. Harvested from select Tempranillo grapes nurtured in high-altitude vineyards, the 2009 vintage benefits from optimal sun exposure and mineral-rich soils. Under the expert stewardship of the Aalto family, renowned for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques, the wine underwent an extended maceration period followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 24 months. This process imbues the wine with a complex bouquet of dark berries, tobacco, and subtle spice, while delivering a full-bodied palate characterised by velvety tannins and a lingering finish. Aalto Ribera del Duero 2009 showcases exceptional balance and depth, reflecting both the terroir and the producer’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Ideal for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished red wine, this vintage stands as a testament to Aalto’s esteemed reputation in fine wine circles. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$178.65 |
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Vinous (92)(100% tempranillo, aged for 24 months in small French and American oak barrels): Opaque violet color. Ripe dark berry, cola and floral aromas, with a strong accent of incense. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense red and dark berry preserve flavors lifted by juicy acidity. Powerful yet comes off as quite graceful. Finishes very long and sweet, with supple tannins and persistent spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$544.35 |
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Vinous (92)(100% tempranillo, aged for 24 months in small French and American oak barrels): Opaque violet color. Ripe dark berry, cola and floral aromas, with a strong accent of incense. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense red and dark berry preserve flavors lifted by juicy acidity. Powerful yet comes off as quite graceful. Finishes very long and sweet, with supple tannins and persistent spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$544.35 |
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Vinous (92)Opaque ruby. Deeply pitched black and blue fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of mocha, licorice, cigar box and floral oils. Lush and broad on the palate, offering intense cassis and boysenberry flavors braced by juicy acidity. This plush, generous wine shows unlikely vivacity and finishes very long and sweet, with gentle tannins lending shape. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$274.11 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2013 Aalto is a lighter wine, with less color, more freshness as it should be in a cooler vintage. It has a bright color which also denotes high acidity. The year was not easy and they had to work more on the origin of grapes: it has less from La Horra and more from La Aguilera, a cooler village, both in the province of Burgos, because in La Horra they had more frost problems. It's aged in less than 30% new barrels and the oak feels better integrated, definitively less oaky than other vintages. The nose has a combination of red and black fruit, spicy aromas and a sense of freshness, with even some violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, abundant but well padded by juicy fruit, good acidity and freshness. This is a lot more fluid and balanced, with better-integrated oak than in the past. This is a fresher Aalto that should age nicely in bottle. 175,000 bottles were filled in July 2015 after 18 months in barrel. 2013 has delivered the freshest bottles of Aalto so far, a lighter regular Aalto and one of the best PS to date. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$153.95 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2013 Aalto is a lighter wine, with less color, more freshness as it should be in a cooler vintage. It has a bright color which also denotes high acidity. The year was not easy and they had to work more on the origin of grapes: it has less from La Horra and more from La Aguilera, a cooler village, both in the province of Burgos, because in La Horra they had more frost problems. It's aged in less than 30% new barrels and the oak feels better integrated, definitively less oaky than other vintages. The nose has a combination of red and black fruit, spicy aromas and a sense of freshness, with even some violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, abundant but well padded by juicy fruit, good acidity and freshness. This is a lot more fluid and balanced, with better-integrated oak than in the past. This is a fresher Aalto that should age nicely in bottle. 175,000 bottles were filled in July 2015 after 18 months in barrel. 2013 has delivered the freshest bottles of Aalto so far, a lighter regular Aalto and one of the best PS to date. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$160.85 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)When I tasted it, the 2016 Aalto had already been blended and taken out of the barrels, waiting to be bottled in a couple of weeks. It's still young and tender, with peachy aromas, a little creamy and with a soft palate where the tannins are fine-grained. In 2016, they used more vineyards, grapes from their own plots and others purchased from suppliers. They expect to fill some 280,000 bottles in late June 2018. 2016 was a higher-yielding year that provided fresh and balanced wines. It should age nicely. Javier Zaccagnini has left the Aalto project to focus on his solo project Sei Solo. So, this time I tasted the wine with Mariano García. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93-95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$465.89 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)When I tasted it, the 2016 Aalto had already been blended and taken out of the barrels, waiting to be bottled in a couple of weeks. It's still young and tender, with peachy aromas, a little creamy and with a soft palate where the tannins are fine-grained. In 2016, they used more vineyards, grapes from their own plots and others purchased from suppliers. They expect to fill some 280,000 bottles in late June 2018. 2016 was a higher-yielding year that provided fresh and balanced wines. It should age nicely. Javier Zaccagnini has left the Aalto project to focus on his solo project Sei Solo. So, this time I tasted the wine with Mariano García. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$145.59 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2017 Aalto was a surprise for the vintage. They had to select the grapes from their own vineyards, and they produced less wine. It feels a little lighter and fresher, more approachable at this point in time. The oak also seems to be more integrated. It's a very drinkable Aalto in its style. They only used some 20% new oak and possibly did a softer vinification. It's approachable now, but it should also develop nicely in bottle, as the year had more acidity. 220,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2019. |
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Castilla y Leon | 6 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$202.52 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Aalto reflects the cooler conditions of the year, with a more austere profile, subtle aromas and a harmonious palate. This is a classic example of modern, ripe and well-oaked Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero, which this year feels creamy, juicy and balanced. This follows the path of 2017 with integrated oak (they used only around 20% new oak) and a lively palate in a more drinkable and approachable style. They added some new vineyards from the zone of Boada where the soils are red and the wines bring freshness and lots of fruit. The wine had a shorter maceration with the skins and a softer vinification. This is finer and more balanced, with finesse but still very much recognizable as Aalto. 300,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020. They have a new white first produced in 2019 and a non-vintage red blend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the winery. They are also going to release small lots of library releases. The 2018s reflect the cooler year and show more integrated oak, following the path of the 2017. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$216.80 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Aalto reflects the cooler conditions of the year, with a more austere profile, subtle aromas and a harmonious palate. This is a classic example of modern, ripe and well-oaked Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero, which this year feels creamy, juicy and balanced. This follows the path of 2017 with integrated oak (they used only around 20% new oak) and a lively palate in a more drinkable and approachable style. They added some new vineyards from the zone of Boada where the soils are red and the wines bring freshness and lots of fruit. The wine had a shorter maceration with the skins and a softer vinification. This is finer and more balanced, with finesse but still very much recognizable as Aalto. 300,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020. They have a new white first produced in 2019 and a non-vintage red blend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the winery. They are also going to release small lots of library releases. The 2018s reflect the cooler year and show more integrated oak, following the path of the 2017. |
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Castilla y Leon | 43 | - |
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SG$202.52 |
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Expertly crafted in the esteemed Ribera Del Duero region, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 is a masterful embodiment of Spanish winemaking. A product of acclaimed winery Aalto Bodegas y Viñedos, this vintage combines the best of old-world tradition with innovative production techniques. The Aalto grapes are meticulously hand-harvested, ferments in oak barrels and aged for 16 months to produce a velvety finish. This wine displays a beguiling palate of ripe plums, blackberries, and subtle licorice undertones. A vintage that offers depth and complexity, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 demonstrates the quality synonymous with Aalto's commitment: crafting extraordinary wines that reflect both the character of the grapes and their unique terroir. Recognised as a fantastic vintage year by leading wine authorities, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 satisfies even the most discerning palates, making it a stellar choice for collectors, enthusiasts, and fine dining experiences. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$429.02 |
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The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 is a cherished result of mastery and resilience, hailing from Ribera Del Duero, Spain. This fine red wine, crafted by the esteemed Bodegas Aalto, boldly reveals a striking blend of Tempranillo grapes. The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 proffers a beautiful, deep cherry red hue, while enrapturing the palate with a melody of black fruit, sweet spices, and cocoa. Expert ageing in French and American oak barrels has conferred an exquisite body and structure, promising a captivating journey with every sip. The brilliance of Bodegas Aalto is noticeable in every bottle, with renowned winemakers Mariano Garcia and Javier Zaccagnini offering over 40 years of experience in the Ribera Del Duero region. Their esteemed partnership driving a steadfast commitment to quality, sensitivity to terroir, and a meticulous approach to viticultural and vinification practices. Imbued with elegance, complexity, and outstanding depth, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 encapsulates the essence of fine Spanish craftsmanship. |
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Castilla y Leon | 10 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$203.98 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The nose of the red 2020 Aalto comes blasting with tons of toasted oak, spice, smoke and more toast, ripe berries and a luxurious creaminess like the finest modern wines from the turn of the century. This is predictable but exactly what their customers are looking for, with ripe berries, generous oak and a velvety palate with volume, soft tannins and mellow acidity. It matured in French and American oak barrels for 18 months. Some things never change. 330,000 bottles. It was bottled in July 2022. |
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Castilla y Leon | 30 | - |
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SG$194.89 |
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Steeped in tradition, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 hails from Spain's eminent Ribera Del Duero region, renowned for its exceptional viticulture. Crafted by Bodegas Aalto, a winery celebrated for its commitment to quality, this fine wine captures the essence of the region's unique terroir. Hand-harvested from 40 to 100-year-old vines and artfully aged in French and American oak barrels, this Tempranillo manifests a complexity that is testament to its prestigious origin and meticulous production. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is the epitome of elegance, offering a captivating array of flavours, marked by vivid red fruit notes complemented by refined hints of spice and oak. Its rich, velvety texture and well-balanced acidity culminate in a persistent and enveloping finish. Perfectly encapsulating Bodegas Aalto's mastery of winemaking, Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is a wine of distinction, designed for the discerning palate. |
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Castilla y Leon | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$425.54 |
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Steeped in tradition, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 hails from Spain's eminent Ribera Del Duero region, renowned for its exceptional viticulture. Crafted by Bodegas Aalto, a winery celebrated for its commitment to quality, this fine wine captures the essence of the region's unique terroir. Hand-harvested from 40 to 100-year-old vines and artfully aged in French and American oak barrels, this Tempranillo manifests a complexity that is testament to its prestigious origin and meticulous production. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is the epitome of elegance, offering a captivating array of flavours, marked by vivid red fruit notes complemented by refined hints of spice and oak. Its rich, velvety texture and well-balanced acidity culminate in a persistent and enveloping finish. Perfectly encapsulating Bodegas Aalto's mastery of winemaking, Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is a wine of distinction, designed for the discerning palate. |
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Castilla y Leon | 10 | - |
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SG$473.50 |
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Indulge in the exquisite flavours of the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 — an absolute delight born from a vintage year in the Spanish wine region of Ribera del Duero. This majestic red wine is nurtured by the prestigious House of Aalto, celebrated for their stance on vertical vineyard management and innovative winemaking techniques. Made from hand-selected Tempranillo grapes, the wine exhibits complex notes of dark fruits, spice and oak. The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 wine matures in French and American oak barrels for 16 months, contributing to its elegant and harmonious finish. The meticulous winemaking inputs of this brilliant ruby-hued elixir confer it an unparalleled sophistication, delivering a wine that is both truly expressive of its terroir and deserving of its esteemed rating. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 promises a tasteful sojourn for the discerning palate, reinforcing its place within collectors’ cellars and selected restaurants worldwide. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$4,135.24 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$953.42 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,808.75 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 7 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$1,446.89 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2005 Aalto PS is 100% Tinto Fino from vineyards over 60 years of age. It was aged for 32 months in 70% new French oak. Saturated in appearance, the wine offers up notes of pain grille, balsamic, crushed stone, floral notes, and wild black fruits. Exceptionally powerful, focused, and beautifully proportioned, this full-bodied wine is dense, rich, and structured for the long haul. Give this super-long, impressive effort a decade in the cellar and drink it from 2018 to 2040. Patient purchasers will be well rewarded. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$321.33 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$673.18 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$1,121.61 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 12 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$321.33 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$673.18 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,121.61 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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Balearic Islands | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$379.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2021 4 Kilos is beautiful, perfumed, elegant, nuanced and subtle with floral notes, Mediterranean herbs, red berries and a spicy twist. It's expressive, open and fine-boned, with a moderate 12% alcohol and a velvety palate. This is medium-bodied, delicate and precise, very much in line with the 2020. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$578.00 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque purple color. Intensely perfumed nose displays spicy dark berry and floral character, with zesty minerals and black tea adding complexity. Pliant blackberry and cherry flavors are impressively fresh, becoming deeper and sweeter with air. An admirably balanced wine, playing depth against vivacity and finishing with outstanding clarity and length. This is the most elegant example of this bottling I've tasted. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$233.00 |
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Vinous (90+)Bright purple. Pungent, intensely perfumed nose displays black and blue fruits, violet, Indian spices and a lively, peppery note. Sweet and lush on entry, then smoky and intense in the middle, offering brawny blackberry and mulberry flavors and suggestions of bitter chocolate and cracked pepper. Ripe but fresh, with a juicy, long finish that features notes of smoke and blackberry. This is pretty powerful for the vintage and deserves some patience. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 91 |
In Bond
SG$344.00 |
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Aalto Ribera del Duero 2009 epitomises the quintessence of Spanish viticulture, meticulously crafted in the esteemed Ribera del Duero region. Harvested from select Tempranillo grapes nurtured in high-altitude vineyards, the 2009 vintage benefits from optimal sun exposure and mineral-rich soils. Under the expert stewardship of the Aalto family, renowned for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques, the wine underwent an extended maceration period followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 24 months. This process imbues the wine with a complex bouquet of dark berries, tobacco, and subtle spice, while delivering a full-bodied palate characterised by velvety tannins and a lingering finish. Aalto Ribera del Duero 2009 showcases exceptional balance and depth, reflecting both the terroir and the producer’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Ideal for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished red wine, this vintage stands as a testament to Aalto’s esteemed reputation in fine wine circles. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$154.00 |
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Vinous (92)(100% tempranillo, aged for 24 months in small French and American oak barrels): Opaque violet color. Ripe dark berry, cola and floral aromas, with a strong accent of incense. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense red and dark berry preserve flavors lifted by juicy acidity. Powerful yet comes off as quite graceful. Finishes very long and sweet, with supple tannins and persistent spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$440.00 |
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Vinous (92)(100% tempranillo, aged for 24 months in small French and American oak barrels): Opaque violet color. Ripe dark berry, cola and floral aromas, with a strong accent of incense. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense red and dark berry preserve flavors lifted by juicy acidity. Powerful yet comes off as quite graceful. Finishes very long and sweet, with supple tannins and persistent spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$440.00 |
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Vinous (92)Opaque ruby. Deeply pitched black and blue fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of mocha, licorice, cigar box and floral oils. Lush and broad on the palate, offering intense cassis and boysenberry flavors braced by juicy acidity. This plush, generous wine shows unlikely vivacity and finishes very long and sweet, with gentle tannins lending shape. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$233.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2013 Aalto is a lighter wine, with less color, more freshness as it should be in a cooler vintage. It has a bright color which also denotes high acidity. The year was not easy and they had to work more on the origin of grapes: it has less from La Horra and more from La Aguilera, a cooler village, both in the province of Burgos, because in La Horra they had more frost problems. It's aged in less than 30% new barrels and the oak feels better integrated, definitively less oaky than other vintages. The nose has a combination of red and black fruit, spicy aromas and a sense of freshness, with even some violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, abundant but well padded by juicy fruit, good acidity and freshness. This is a lot more fluid and balanced, with better-integrated oak than in the past. This is a fresher Aalto that should age nicely in bottle. 175,000 bottles were filled in July 2015 after 18 months in barrel. 2013 has delivered the freshest bottles of Aalto so far, a lighter regular Aalto and one of the best PS to date. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$132.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2013 Aalto is a lighter wine, with less color, more freshness as it should be in a cooler vintage. It has a bright color which also denotes high acidity. The year was not easy and they had to work more on the origin of grapes: it has less from La Horra and more from La Aguilera, a cooler village, both in the province of Burgos, because in La Horra they had more frost problems. It's aged in less than 30% new barrels and the oak feels better integrated, definitively less oaky than other vintages. The nose has a combination of red and black fruit, spicy aromas and a sense of freshness, with even some violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, abundant but well padded by juicy fruit, good acidity and freshness. This is a lot more fluid and balanced, with better-integrated oak than in the past. This is a fresher Aalto that should age nicely in bottle. 175,000 bottles were filled in July 2015 after 18 months in barrel. 2013 has delivered the freshest bottles of Aalto so far, a lighter regular Aalto and one of the best PS to date. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$138.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)When I tasted it, the 2016 Aalto had already been blended and taken out of the barrels, waiting to be bottled in a couple of weeks. It's still young and tender, with peachy aromas, a little creamy and with a soft palate where the tannins are fine-grained. In 2016, they used more vineyards, grapes from their own plots and others purchased from suppliers. They expect to fill some 280,000 bottles in late June 2018. 2016 was a higher-yielding year that provided fresh and balanced wines. It should age nicely. Javier Zaccagnini has left the Aalto project to focus on his solo project Sei Solo. So, this time I tasted the wine with Mariano García. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93-95 (WA) |
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SG$370.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)When I tasted it, the 2016 Aalto had already been blended and taken out of the barrels, waiting to be bottled in a couple of weeks. It's still young and tender, with peachy aromas, a little creamy and with a soft palate where the tannins are fine-grained. In 2016, they used more vineyards, grapes from their own plots and others purchased from suppliers. They expect to fill some 280,000 bottles in late June 2018. 2016 was a higher-yielding year that provided fresh and balanced wines. It should age nicely. Javier Zaccagnini has left the Aalto project to focus on his solo project Sei Solo. So, this time I tasted the wine with Mariano García. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$124.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2017 Aalto was a surprise for the vintage. They had to select the grapes from their own vineyards, and they produced less wine. It feels a little lighter and fresher, more approachable at this point in time. The oak also seems to be more integrated. It's a very drinkable Aalto in its style. They only used some 20% new oak and possibly did a softer vinification. It's approachable now, but it should also develop nicely in bottle, as the year had more acidity. 220,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2019. |
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Castilla y Leon | 6 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$166.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Aalto reflects the cooler conditions of the year, with a more austere profile, subtle aromas and a harmonious palate. This is a classic example of modern, ripe and well-oaked Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero, which this year feels creamy, juicy and balanced. This follows the path of 2017 with integrated oak (they used only around 20% new oak) and a lively palate in a more drinkable and approachable style. They added some new vineyards from the zone of Boada where the soils are red and the wines bring freshness and lots of fruit. The wine had a shorter maceration with the skins and a softer vinification. This is finer and more balanced, with finesse but still very much recognizable as Aalto. 300,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020. They have a new white first produced in 2019 and a non-vintage red blend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the winery. They are also going to release small lots of library releases. The 2018s reflect the cooler year and show more integrated oak, following the path of the 2017. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$189.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Aalto reflects the cooler conditions of the year, with a more austere profile, subtle aromas and a harmonious palate. This is a classic example of modern, ripe and well-oaked Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero, which this year feels creamy, juicy and balanced. This follows the path of 2017 with integrated oak (they used only around 20% new oak) and a lively palate in a more drinkable and approachable style. They added some new vineyards from the zone of Boada where the soils are red and the wines bring freshness and lots of fruit. The wine had a shorter maceration with the skins and a softer vinification. This is finer and more balanced, with finesse but still very much recognizable as Aalto. 300,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020. They have a new white first produced in 2019 and a non-vintage red blend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the winery. They are also going to release small lots of library releases. The 2018s reflect the cooler year and show more integrated oak, following the path of the 2017. |
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Castilla y Leon | 43 | - |
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SG$166.00 |
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Expertly crafted in the esteemed Ribera Del Duero region, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 is a masterful embodiment of Spanish winemaking. A product of acclaimed winery Aalto Bodegas y Viñedos, this vintage combines the best of old-world tradition with innovative production techniques. The Aalto grapes are meticulously hand-harvested, ferments in oak barrels and aged for 16 months to produce a velvety finish. This wine displays a beguiling palate of ripe plums, blackberries, and subtle licorice undertones. A vintage that offers depth and complexity, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 demonstrates the quality synonymous with Aalto's commitment: crafting extraordinary wines that reflect both the character of the grapes and their unique terroir. Recognised as a fantastic vintage year by leading wine authorities, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 satisfies even the most discerning palates, making it a stellar choice for collectors, enthusiasts, and fine dining experiences. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - |
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SG$354.00 |
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The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 is a cherished result of mastery and resilience, hailing from Ribera Del Duero, Spain. This fine red wine, crafted by the esteemed Bodegas Aalto, boldly reveals a striking blend of Tempranillo grapes. The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 proffers a beautiful, deep cherry red hue, while enrapturing the palate with a melody of black fruit, sweet spices, and cocoa. Expert ageing in French and American oak barrels has conferred an exquisite body and structure, promising a captivating journey with every sip. The brilliance of Bodegas Aalto is noticeable in every bottle, with renowned winemakers Mariano Garcia and Javier Zaccagnini offering over 40 years of experience in the Ribera Del Duero region. Their esteemed partnership driving a steadfast commitment to quality, sensitivity to terroir, and a meticulous approach to viticultural and vinification practices. Imbued with elegance, complexity, and outstanding depth, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2019 encapsulates the essence of fine Spanish craftsmanship. |
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Castilla y Leon | 10 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$168.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The nose of the red 2020 Aalto comes blasting with tons of toasted oak, spice, smoke and more toast, ripe berries and a luxurious creaminess like the finest modern wines from the turn of the century. This is predictable but exactly what their customers are looking for, with ripe berries, generous oak and a velvety palate with volume, soft tannins and mellow acidity. It matured in French and American oak barrels for 18 months. Some things never change. 330,000 bottles. It was bottled in July 2022. |
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SG$159.00 |
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Steeped in tradition, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 hails from Spain's eminent Ribera Del Duero region, renowned for its exceptional viticulture. Crafted by Bodegas Aalto, a winery celebrated for its commitment to quality, this fine wine captures the essence of the region's unique terroir. Hand-harvested from 40 to 100-year-old vines and artfully aged in French and American oak barrels, this Tempranillo manifests a complexity that is testament to its prestigious origin and meticulous production. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is the epitome of elegance, offering a captivating array of flavours, marked by vivid red fruit notes complemented by refined hints of spice and oak. Its rich, velvety texture and well-balanced acidity culminate in a persistent and enveloping finish. Perfectly encapsulating Bodegas Aalto's mastery of winemaking, Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is a wine of distinction, designed for the discerning palate. |
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Castilla y Leon | 4 | - |
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SG$331.00 |
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Steeped in tradition, the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 hails from Spain's eminent Ribera Del Duero region, renowned for its exceptional viticulture. Crafted by Bodegas Aalto, a winery celebrated for its commitment to quality, this fine wine captures the essence of the region's unique terroir. Hand-harvested from 40 to 100-year-old vines and artfully aged in French and American oak barrels, this Tempranillo manifests a complexity that is testament to its prestigious origin and meticulous production. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is the epitome of elegance, offering a captivating array of flavours, marked by vivid red fruit notes complemented by refined hints of spice and oak. Its rich, velvety texture and well-balanced acidity culminate in a persistent and enveloping finish. Perfectly encapsulating Bodegas Aalto's mastery of winemaking, Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2021 is a wine of distinction, designed for the discerning palate. |
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Castilla y Leon | 10 | - |
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SG$375.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite flavours of the Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 — an absolute delight born from a vintage year in the Spanish wine region of Ribera del Duero. This majestic red wine is nurtured by the prestigious House of Aalto, celebrated for their stance on vertical vineyard management and innovative winemaking techniques. Made from hand-selected Tempranillo grapes, the wine exhibits complex notes of dark fruits, spice and oak. The Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 wine matures in French and American oak barrels for 16 months, contributing to its elegant and harmonious finish. The meticulous winemaking inputs of this brilliant ruby-hued elixir confer it an unparalleled sophistication, delivering a wine that is both truly expressive of its terroir and deserving of its esteemed rating. Aalto Ribera Del Duero 2022 promises a tasteful sojourn for the discerning palate, reinforcing its place within collectors’ cellars and selected restaurants worldwide. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$3,675.00 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$845.00 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,600.00 |
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Vinous (94)Dark ruby. Strongly perfumed scents of exotic cherry-cola, blackberry, vanilla and Asian spices. Weighty but focused dark fruit flavors offer striking clarity and palate-staining concentration, with soft tannins building on the close. The cola quality lingers on the long, sweet finish. This wonderfully balances richness and vivacity. |
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Castilla y Leon | 7 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$1,270.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2005 Aalto PS is 100% Tinto Fino from vineyards over 60 years of age. It was aged for 32 months in 70% new French oak. Saturated in appearance, the wine offers up notes of pain grille, balsamic, crushed stone, floral notes, and wild black fruits. Exceptionally powerful, focused, and beautifully proportioned, this full-bodied wine is dense, rich, and structured for the long haul. Give this super-long, impressive effort a decade in the cellar and drink it from 2018 to 2040. Patient purchasers will be well rewarded. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$275.00 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$578.00 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 93 (DC) |
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SG$963.00 |
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Decanter (93)The man behind this wine, Mariano García, was the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia for three decades. With fruit from old vines, it’s silky and lustrous, with a major concentration of dark, peppery fruit on both the nose and palate, and a surge of tannins on the finish. Still young, but super-fine. |
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Castilla y Leon | 12 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$275.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$578.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$963.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. A heady, complex bouquet evokes fresh blueberry, boysenberry, cherry compote and potpourri, with hints of vanilla and cola emerging slowly. Stains the palate with intense, energetic dark fruit preserve and floral pastille flavors. A spine of juicy acidity adds structure and powers a strikingly long, floral finish, which features supple tannins and lingering spiciness. |
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