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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$585.81 |
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Wine Advocate (97)2017 was a low-yielding year, so I also tasted the 2018 Reserva, their flagship red wine that wants to be a representation of the village of La Aguilera—fine, serious and elegant. It's 95% Tempranillo with the remaining grapes found interplanted in their oldest vineyards at an average of 880 meters in altitude on limestone, clay and sandy soils. All the clusters ferment together with indigenous yeasts in concrete, where they are foot trodden, and malolactic was carried out very slowly (11 months) in oak barrels where the wine matured for a total of 27 months. It has a somewhat shy nose but is very elegant. The wine was recently bottled, and that can make it a little closed and subtle, and it clearly improves with air as it sits in the glass. It's still young, and the palate reveals lots of energy; the flavors are very pure and the wine precise and delineated. The tannins are very fine and provide for a chalky texture and an almost salty twist in the finish. This is very in line with the 2016. 15,250 bottle and 101 magnums produced. It was bottled in February 2021. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$595.62 |
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Wine Advocate (96)2019 was a warm and dry low-yielding year, somewhat similar to 2015, and the 2019 Reserva could be the modern version of the 2015—a round, lush and approachable Reserva that is perfumed and fruit-driven, with spices in the background. It's a hedonist cuvée of 95% Tempranillo and 5% other grapes from some of the oldest grapes in the village. It fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts followed by a slow malolactic in 228-liter French oak barrels, mostly used, where the wine matured for 35 months. It reveals very good integration of the oak that is neatly folded into the wine. It shows the tannic structure of the 2019 vintage. 23,875 bottles and 430 magnums produced. It was bottled in September 2022. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$621.78 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The nose of the 2020 Reserva is beautiful, perfumed and floral, showy and expressive, really open. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with fine-boned and very fine and chalky tannins. It has 14% alcohol, not a shy red, with power and concentration, freshness and terrific balance. It has a long finish with a touch of licorice and violets. It has to be among the best vintages for Reserva. 2020 was a very good year for Dominio del Águila. It matured in French oak barrels for 33 months. 38,221 bottles and 868 magnums produced. It was bottled in July 2023. It is young but approachable and should age beautifully. |
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Galicia | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$255.84 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The pale, perfumed and elegant red 2019 Dominio Do Bibei is mostly Brancellao with 7% of Mouratón and Grao Negro. It's nuanced and subtle, layered and complex, with a seamless palate, beautifully textured and rich with deep flavors and a fragrant and focused finish. It has clout, tension, balance, perfume, power and elegance. Stunning! |
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Rioja | 10 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$349.67 |
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El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 exemplifies the esteemed heritage of Bodegas El Coto, nestled in Spain’s renowned Rioja region. Crafted predominantly from Tempranillo grapes sourced from meticulously selected vineyards, this Crianza undergoes a traditional vinification process. Following harvest, the wines are gently fermented and then aged for a minimum of twelve months, with at least six months matured in French oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The remainder of the ageing occurs in the winery’s cellars, allowing the wine to develop its characteristic complexity and harmonious balance. The 2021 vintage presents a deep ruby colour, complemented by aromas of ripe cherry, tobacco, and hints of cedar. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture with well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly suited to complement a variety of gourmet dishes, El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 is a testament to fine Rioja winemaking artistry. |
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Rioja | 30 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$229.34 |
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El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 exemplifies the esteemed heritage of Bodegas El Coto, nestled in Spain’s renowned Rioja region. Crafted predominantly from Tempranillo grapes sourced from meticulously selected vineyards, this Crianza undergoes a traditional vinification process. Following harvest, the wines are gently fermented and then aged for a minimum of twelve months, with at least six months matured in French oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The remainder of the ageing occurs in the winery’s cellars, allowing the wine to develop its characteristic complexity and harmonious balance. The 2021 vintage presents a deep ruby colour, complemented by aromas of ripe cherry, tobacco, and hints of cedar. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture with well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly suited to complement a variety of gourmet dishes, El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 is a testament to fine Rioja winemaking artistry. |
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Rioja | 1 | 97 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$271.91 |
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Decanter (97)This dark, relatively tight-knit Rioja proves that the Gran Reserva category doesn't just indicate the supremely well-aged, relaxed and reposeful style of Rioja, but can also serve to draw drinkers' attention to outstanding wines of density and tenacity which still have a way to run along their potential ageing trajectories. Look out for dark, urgent fruits here sweetened and back-lit by cunningly angled oak, with intense, deep, fresh and searching flavours in which the 10% of Graciano seems to be working overtime. A Rioja of innate drama. |
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Aragon | 1 | 18 (JR) |
Inc. GST
SG$306.75 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)95% Syrah, 5% Viognier, vineyards at 950 m above sea level. Aged for 12 months in a mixture of 650- and 500-litre used French oak. Spectacular and intense dark fruit on the nose! Blackcurrant, blackberries, cassis, violets, smoke and minerality. On the palate, it is rich and deep but not massive. It has mouth-watering acidity, ripe tannins, and elegant oak integration. I find this vintage more balanced than previous ones. The wine has precise fruit expression. 2018 has been the greatest year for this wine. (FC) |
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Jumilla | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,460.16 |
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Vinous (96)Saturated violet. An expansive, spice-accented bouquet evokes cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and potpourri; vanilla and woodsmoke nuances emerge with air. Juicy and deeply concentrated, offering palate-staining, appealingly sweet black and blue fruit preserve, violet pastille, licorice and mocha flavors that become livelier as the wine opens up. The floral and mineral notes reverberate emphatically on an extremely long, spicy finish that features mounting tannins and a hint of bitter chocolate. |
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Jumilla | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$742.70 |
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Galicia | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$459.33 |
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Experience the allure of El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019, a distinct white wine hailing from the esteemed vineyards of Ribeiro, Spain. Renowned producer, El Paraguas, has perfected a captivating blend of Treixadura, Albariño, and Godello grapes, offering a harmonised blend of refreshing minerality, crisp acidity, and delicate fruit notes. Sealed with a kiss from the breezy Atlantic climate, each aromatic sip of El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019 encapsulates the heart and soul of the region's unique terroir. El Paraguas is committed to organic farming, ensuring each vine expresses quintessential character and flavour. The wine is delicately aged on the lees for an added depth, resulting in a sophistication that is truly remarkable. With meticulous quality control and a passion for winemaking honed over countless vintages, El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019 is a stellar embodiment of premium Spanish white wines. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$475.70 |
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The Emilio Moro Malleolus 2018's complexity and elegance is a testament to Emilio Moro's 120 years of winemaking experience. This fine Ribera del Duero, Spain wine utilises Tinta del País grapes, with clusters sourced entirely from 50-year-old vines across their choicest plots. The deep, ruby-red Malleolus 2018 undergoes 18 months of aging in French oak barrels, revealing notes of black fruit, violet, and licorice melding with chocolate and spice undertones, embodying unadulterated power with exquisite finesse. These elements converge to provide an extraordinarily long, stunning finish on the palate. Emilio Moro meticulously vintages the Malleolus 2018 using traditional and innovative techniques, unfailingly retaining the phenotype and identity of their home soil. A majestic embodiment of the quintessence of Ribera del Duero, the Emilio Moro Malleolus 2018 provides an unrivalled wine tasting experience for discerning oenophiles. |
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1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$757.46 |
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Wine Advocate (93)2016 saw more rain and even snow in this very dry zone, which helped the plants for the grapes used for the 2016 Albahra to regain balance and retain more acidity. The Garnacha Tintorera comes from 25-year-old vines on limestone and clay soils at 800 meters altitude, and the Moravia Agria (which represents 30% of the volume) comes from 40-year-old vines on limestone, sand and clay soils at 710 meters altitude. The Garnacha is kept unoaked, but the Moravia is put in neutral barriques for eight months. I nearly fell off my chair when I put my nose in the glass. There is a jump in quality from 2015 to this vintage, and they seem to have mastered the Moravia, which has a lot more tannin than they thought. It also has a lot of acidity, but here it seems to provide a very elegant and floral touch, with Mediterranean hints of balsam and herbs. The palate has a juicy texture with a refreshing touch. 30,000 bottles were filled in June 2017. |
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4 | 94+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$504.45 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)2020 was a great vintage in the Mediterranean, and the 2020 Albahra, a blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera from the zone of Almansa and 30% Moravia Agria from Manchuela, showed better than ever. The two grapes fermented separately with part of full clusters in concrete and with indigenous yeasts. The Garnacha matured in concrete and the Moravia in neutral 228-liter barrels for eight months. It has 13% alcohol and good freshness, a fine thread and round tannins. It's juicy and supple—the harvest was easy with great weather, very different from 2019— and the acidity of the Moravia is more polished. The wine has a bright ruby color and is aromatic and clean, precise and attractive. It's medium-bodied and silky with very round tannins. They compare it with 2017. This is one of the most incredible bargains from Spain. Drink or hold. 59,000 bottles and 750 magnums produced. It was bottled in July 2021. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$436.57 |
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James Suckling (98)Nervy, nicely funky, precise and mineral nose with a “protective” flintiness and an alluring peppery edge to the wild berries and pomegranate. Fine, dissolved tannins with a mealy, dusty texture, tapping into a super tangy, fresh palate full of grapefruit zest and wild berries. Really long and irresistible now, but can age. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$482.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)2017 was a low-yielding year, so I also tasted the 2018 Reserva, their flagship red wine that wants to be a representation of the village of La Aguilera—fine, serious and elegant. It's 95% Tempranillo with the remaining grapes found interplanted in their oldest vineyards at an average of 880 meters in altitude on limestone, clay and sandy soils. All the clusters ferment together with indigenous yeasts in concrete, where they are foot trodden, and malolactic was carried out very slowly (11 months) in oak barrels where the wine matured for a total of 27 months. It has a somewhat shy nose but is very elegant. The wine was recently bottled, and that can make it a little closed and subtle, and it clearly improves with air as it sits in the glass. It's still young, and the palate reveals lots of energy; the flavors are very pure and the wine precise and delineated. The tannins are very fine and provide for a chalky texture and an almost salty twist in the finish. This is very in line with the 2016. 15,250 bottle and 101 magnums produced. It was bottled in February 2021. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$491.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)2019 was a warm and dry low-yielding year, somewhat similar to 2015, and the 2019 Reserva could be the modern version of the 2015—a round, lush and approachable Reserva that is perfumed and fruit-driven, with spices in the background. It's a hedonist cuvée of 95% Tempranillo and 5% other grapes from some of the oldest grapes in the village. It fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts followed by a slow malolactic in 228-liter French oak barrels, mostly used, where the wine matured for 35 months. It reveals very good integration of the oak that is neatly folded into the wine. It shows the tannic structure of the 2019 vintage. 23,875 bottles and 430 magnums produced. It was bottled in September 2022. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$515.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The nose of the 2020 Reserva is beautiful, perfumed and floral, showy and expressive, really open. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with fine-boned and very fine and chalky tannins. It has 14% alcohol, not a shy red, with power and concentration, freshness and terrific balance. It has a long finish with a touch of licorice and violets. It has to be among the best vintages for Reserva. 2020 was a very good year for Dominio del Águila. It matured in French oak barrels for 33 months. 38,221 bottles and 868 magnums produced. It was bottled in July 2023. It is young but approachable and should age beautifully. |
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Galicia | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$207.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The pale, perfumed and elegant red 2019 Dominio Do Bibei is mostly Brancellao with 7% of Mouratón and Grao Negro. It's nuanced and subtle, layered and complex, with a seamless palate, beautifully textured and rich with deep flavors and a fragrant and focused finish. It has clout, tension, balance, perfume, power and elegance. Stunning! |
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Rioja | 10 | - |
In Bond
SG$202.00 |
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El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 exemplifies the esteemed heritage of Bodegas El Coto, nestled in Spain’s renowned Rioja region. Crafted predominantly from Tempranillo grapes sourced from meticulously selected vineyards, this Crianza undergoes a traditional vinification process. Following harvest, the wines are gently fermented and then aged for a minimum of twelve months, with at least six months matured in French oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The remainder of the ageing occurs in the winery’s cellars, allowing the wine to develop its characteristic complexity and harmonious balance. The 2021 vintage presents a deep ruby colour, complemented by aromas of ripe cherry, tobacco, and hints of cedar. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture with well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly suited to complement a variety of gourmet dishes, El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 is a testament to fine Rioja winemaking artistry. |
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Rioja | 30 | - |
In Bond
SG$151.00 |
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El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 exemplifies the esteemed heritage of Bodegas El Coto, nestled in Spain’s renowned Rioja region. Crafted predominantly from Tempranillo grapes sourced from meticulously selected vineyards, this Crianza undergoes a traditional vinification process. Following harvest, the wines are gently fermented and then aged for a minimum of twelve months, with at least six months matured in French oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The remainder of the ageing occurs in the winery’s cellars, allowing the wine to develop its characteristic complexity and harmonious balance. The 2021 vintage presents a deep ruby colour, complemented by aromas of ripe cherry, tobacco, and hints of cedar. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture with well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly suited to complement a variety of gourmet dishes, El Coto, Crianza, Rioja 2021 is a testament to fine Rioja winemaking artistry. |
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Rioja | 1 | 97 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$196.00 |
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Decanter (97)This dark, relatively tight-knit Rioja proves that the Gran Reserva category doesn't just indicate the supremely well-aged, relaxed and reposeful style of Rioja, but can also serve to draw drinkers' attention to outstanding wines of density and tenacity which still have a way to run along their potential ageing trajectories. Look out for dark, urgent fruits here sweetened and back-lit by cunningly angled oak, with intense, deep, fresh and searching flavours in which the 10% of Graciano seems to be working overtime. A Rioja of innate drama. |
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Aragon | 1 | 18 (JR) |
In Bond
SG$224.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)95% Syrah, 5% Viognier, vineyards at 950 m above sea level. Aged for 12 months in a mixture of 650- and 500-litre used French oak. Spectacular and intense dark fruit on the nose! Blackcurrant, blackberries, cassis, violets, smoke and minerality. On the palate, it is rich and deep but not massive. It has mouth-watering acidity, ripe tannins, and elegant oak integration. I find this vintage more balanced than previous ones. The wine has precise fruit expression. 2018 has been the greatest year for this wine. (FC) |
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Jumilla | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,300.00 |
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Vinous (96)Saturated violet. An expansive, spice-accented bouquet evokes cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and potpourri; vanilla and woodsmoke nuances emerge with air. Juicy and deeply concentrated, offering palate-staining, appealingly sweet black and blue fruit preserve, violet pastille, licorice and mocha flavors that become livelier as the wine opens up. The floral and mineral notes reverberate emphatically on an extremely long, spicy finish that features mounting tannins and a hint of bitter chocolate. |
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Jumilla | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$620.00 |
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Galicia | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$362.00 |
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Experience the allure of El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019, a distinct white wine hailing from the esteemed vineyards of Ribeiro, Spain. Renowned producer, El Paraguas, has perfected a captivating blend of Treixadura, Albariño, and Godello grapes, offering a harmonised blend of refreshing minerality, crisp acidity, and delicate fruit notes. Sealed with a kiss from the breezy Atlantic climate, each aromatic sip of El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019 encapsulates the heart and soul of the region's unique terroir. El Paraguas is committed to organic farming, ensuring each vine expresses quintessential character and flavour. The wine is delicately aged on the lees for an added depth, resulting in a sophistication that is truly remarkable. With meticulous quality control and a passion for winemaking honed over countless vintages, El Paraguas El Paraguas Atlantico 2019 is a stellar embodiment of premium Spanish white wines. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$379.00 |
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The Emilio Moro Malleolus 2018's complexity and elegance is a testament to Emilio Moro's 120 years of winemaking experience. This fine Ribera del Duero, Spain wine utilises Tinta del País grapes, with clusters sourced entirely from 50-year-old vines across their choicest plots. The deep, ruby-red Malleolus 2018 undergoes 18 months of aging in French oak barrels, revealing notes of black fruit, violet, and licorice melding with chocolate and spice undertones, embodying unadulterated power with exquisite finesse. These elements converge to provide an extraordinarily long, stunning finish on the palate. Emilio Moro meticulously vintages the Malleolus 2018 using traditional and innovative techniques, unfailingly retaining the phenotype and identity of their home soil. A majestic embodiment of the quintessence of Ribera del Duero, the Emilio Moro Malleolus 2018 provides an unrivalled wine tasting experience for discerning oenophiles. |
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1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$588.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)2016 saw more rain and even snow in this very dry zone, which helped the plants for the grapes used for the 2016 Albahra to regain balance and retain more acidity. The Garnacha Tintorera comes from 25-year-old vines on limestone and clay soils at 800 meters altitude, and the Moravia Agria (which represents 30% of the volume) comes from 40-year-old vines on limestone, sand and clay soils at 710 meters altitude. The Garnacha is kept unoaked, but the Moravia is put in neutral barriques for eight months. I nearly fell off my chair when I put my nose in the glass. There is a jump in quality from 2015 to this vintage, and they seem to have mastered the Moravia, which has a lot more tannin than they thought. It also has a lot of acidity, but here it seems to provide a very elegant and floral touch, with Mediterranean hints of balsam and herbs. The palate has a juicy texture with a refreshing touch. 30,000 bottles were filled in June 2017. |
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4 | 94+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$344.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)2020 was a great vintage in the Mediterranean, and the 2020 Albahra, a blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera from the zone of Almansa and 30% Moravia Agria from Manchuela, showed better than ever. The two grapes fermented separately with part of full clusters in concrete and with indigenous yeasts. The Garnacha matured in concrete and the Moravia in neutral 228-liter barrels for eight months. It has 13% alcohol and good freshness, a fine thread and round tannins. It's juicy and supple—the harvest was easy with great weather, very different from 2019— and the acidity of the Moravia is more polished. The wine has a bright ruby color and is aromatic and clean, precise and attractive. It's medium-bodied and silky with very round tannins. They compare it with 2017. This is one of the most incredible bargains from Spain. Drink or hold. 59,000 bottles and 750 magnums produced. It was bottled in July 2021. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$353.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Nervy, nicely funky, precise and mineral nose with a “protective” flintiness and an alluring peppery edge to the wild berries and pomegranate. Fine, dissolved tannins with a mealy, dusty texture, tapping into a super tangy, fresh palate full of grapefruit zest and wild berries. Really long and irresistible now, but can age. |
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