Selection with Condition Photos
At Cru World Wine, we understand that bottle condition is crucial when it comes to purchasing wine, especially when buying back vintage wines. That's why we've created our "Selection with Condition Photos" page - a curated selection of wines that includes detailed photos of each bottle, so you can make an informed decision before making a purchase. Our photos show the condition of the bottle, including any signs of wear or damage, giving you the confidence to make an informed purchase decision.
Selection with Condition Photos
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Vinous (96)
A wine of pure texture the 2011 Chevalier-Montrachet captivates all the senses. Mint, lime, white flowers and Chamomile all vow for attention in a pliant, expressive wine of the highest level. The 2011 has a level of inner richness that is simply waiting in reserve. Another few years in bottle should unlock all of that potential.Inc. GSTSG$3,623.92 -
Inc. GSTSG$2,108.82 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Echézeaux Grand Cru contains 60% whole bunches. It comes from three plots that, still, only made two and a half barrels this year. It has a very well defined bouquet that seems to blossom in the glass, although it will need some time for the stems to be assimilated. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very peppery in style with touches of white pepper and bay leaf towards the persistent finish. This is a classy wine, one that is not unlike Dujac’s Echézeaux!Inc. GSTSG$2,933.99 -
Inc. GSTSG$689.68 -
Matthew Jukes (19.5+)
Oak constantly forms a vital role in the kaleidoscopic wine, and the 2007 vintage was fermented in 15-20-year-old oak barrels with gentle lees contact, building fascinating depth and complexity while retaining the riveting signature minerality of the LCSH terroir. As you would expect, each vintage release has its personality, yet there is an indelible character linking every wine from this monopole and joyously present in the 2007. Funnily enough, I was privileged to taste the 2002 vintage earlier in the year, and it was singing. With the freshness of an epic Champagne and the palate complexity of a sensational Burgundy, it is so rare to taste wines that combine both talents to perfection. As it opened in the glass, over a couple of hours, it never stopped shape-shifting and evolving. While 2007 shows a much younger and more linear palate, it is built along precisely the same guidelines. The nose is show-stopping, all-enveloping, and effortlessly graceful, and the palate follows this theme. Serene fruit notes expand and contract as the flavours wash over your senses; there is already much to admire. Of course, the finish is straight-jacketed and controlling; after all, this is the Li-ion cell of power that will propel this wine to greatness. Interestingly, it is clear that after only 16 years of life, this wine is built for the long haul. Still, it will not follow the path of some Champagnes who start their lives packed with intensity and muscle only for it to be eaten up over time, leaving a weaker version of flavour that clings onto life. 2007 Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is leaner, fitter, chiselled, and toned. It is modelled with stamina and grace in equal measure, and so while you can drink it now and marvel at its wonder, you will be greeted with a very similar and no doubt ravishingly enticing wine ten or even twenty years down the track.Inc. GSTSG$2,392.22 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Vecina vineyard is located in the western foothills of Oakville, just to the south-east of the winery (up on Oakville Grade). Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Vecina slips sensuously out of the glass with gorgeous black cherries, kirsch, wild blueberries and blackcurrant pastilles notes plus suggestions of bouquet garni, pencil lead, tilled earth and underbrush. Full-bodied, taut and packed with ripe, expressive, exquisitely accented black and blue fruits, it has loads of earthy sparks and a compelling fine-grained nature to the firm texture, finishing long and layered. This bright, energetic, incredibly nuanced beauty is built like a brick house and, while approachable in youth, is easily a 50-year wine. I therefore urge readers to wait at least 5-7 years before opening to allow for the myriad of subtle nuances to emerge and offer that "WOW" experience that will reward patience.Inc. GSTSG$6,348.49 -
Indulge in the elegantly structured Boyd-Cantenac 2007, a distinguished Margaux wine crafted in the prestigious Bordeaux region of France. This vintage, expertly fashioned by the reputable Boyd-Cantenac estate, delicately combines 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Its precision vinification in thermos-regulated stainless steel and 18 months maturity in oak barrels exude a splendid maturity.
The aroma engulfs you in a whirl of ripe fruits, leading to a dense, full-bodied palate, beautifully balanced with velvety tannins and persistent flavours. A strong expression of the terroir, the Boyd-Cantenac 2007 flaunts a perfect blend of power and finesse. This wine bears the hallmark of the producer's continued adherence to traditional winemaking practices, garnering it well-deserved recognition in international wine circles.
A bottle of Boyd-Cantenac 2007 is a testimony of the vibrant and timeless allure of the Margaux appellation. Its charming complexity and depth make it an unmissable treasure for fine wine collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Inc. GSTSG$350.65 -
Vinous (95)
The 2012 Barolo Cannubi is a little bit darker than Burlotto's Verduno Barolos, with all of the striking mid-palate silkiness and creaminess that is such a signature of Cannubi. Beguiling and totally seamless, the 2012 feels like velvet on the palate. The exquisitely layered, seamless finish is a thing of beauty. Burlottos' Cannubi doesn't get a lot of play, perhaps because it was made in a more modern style up until a few years ago, but it has all the pedigree of the better known wines in this range. The 2012 is superb.Inc. GSTSG$1,283.71 -
Vinous (97+)
Burlotto’s 2013 Barolo Cannubi is a showstopper. Literally. Conversation stops as attendees taste the 2013. This is what top-flight Barolo is all about. In 2013, the Monvigliero has gotten most of the attention, and for good reason. It is a truly monumental wine. But the Cannubi is not that far behind. On this night, it is positively dazzling and every bit as profound as it has always been. The Cannubi has really soared in recent years as proprietor Fabio Alessandria has brought it inline stylistically with his other wines.Inc. GSTSG$1,899.56 -
Wine Enthusiast (91)
Fruity, attractively balanced wine, the spice and caramel wood flavors fitting well into the sweet, berry fruits.Inc. GSTSG$369.18 -
James Suckling (95)
Gorgeous ripe fruit character, with loads of blueberries, blackberries and flowers. Full body, with velvety tannins and a fruity, fresh, grapefruit aftertaste. Really beautiful. Best ever from here. Best after 2018.Inc. GSTSG$418.28 -
James Suckling (98)
Very perfumed aromas of crushed berries such as raspberries and lemon rind. Plenty of flowers and sandalwood, too. Full body, very fine tannins and focus with a lovely, ethereal sensibility, which gives it balance and freshness. I love the energy and precision. It's all about subtlety. Despite the slightly difficult weather, this is a masterpiece in harmony. Drink in 2020 and onwards.Inc. GSTSG$871.69 -
Renowned producer Christophe Roumier presents the distinguished Christophe Roumier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Aux Mazoyeres 2018. Hailing from the esteemed Charmes-Chambertin vineyard in Burgundy, this French gem exhibits the height of precision and tradition in winemaking. This wine embodies the hallmark of a Grand Cru, exuding an exquisite structure, intricate depth, and resplendent elegance. Created with painstaking attention to detail, it captivates palates with nuances of ripe raspberry, cherry, and hints of rosemary and truffle, embodied in a velvety cascade. With meticulous vinification from hand-picked grapes to spontaneous fermentation, the wine's expressive terroir is beautifully foregrounded. Noteworthy for its longevity, this investment piece will evolve splendidly in the cellar, revealing further complexity as it matures. Experience the finesse and artistry of French wine with the Christophe Roumier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Aux Mazoyeres 2018.
Inc. GSTSG$10,125.77 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2020 Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which contains around 70% whole bunch, has a vivacious bouquet with vibrant red fruit, briary, plenty of sous-bois with a touch of wild heather. There is palpable energy here. The palate is medium-bodied with chalky tannins, a fine bead of acidity, taut and fresh with a transparent finish. Ethereal.Inc. GSTSG$10,398.27 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru contains around two-thirds whole bunches. The Ruchottes-Chambertin immediately puts the Charmes-Chambertin in its place with more fruit intensity; the limestone terroir percolates through with aplomb. The palate displays exquisite balance and transparency, linear at first and then fanning out towards the finish whilst upholding its mineral line. Hardcore...in a good way.Inc. GSTSG$8,223.72 -
The Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2011 is an exceptional French wine demonstrating excellent finesse and complexity. Produced by the internationally recognised Foucault brothers, this enticing Cabernet Franc offers a full-bodied experience with sumptuous flavours, firm tannins, and enchanting minerality. This wine is crafted in the Loire Valley from a single plot 'Le Bourg', matured in oak barrels for up to two years.
Hand-picking at harvest ensures the highest quality grapes are selected for vinification, maintaining the integrity of the wine and amplifying its unique sense of place. The Clos Rougeard winery, regarded as the jewel of Saumur-Champigny, handles the entire process with great caution to protect the wine's exclusive properties.
The Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2011 reflects the temperament, passion, and endless pursuit of quality that define the winery, making it a leading light amongst fine wines globally.
Inc. GSTSG$2,321.43 -
Vinous (98+)
The highlight among these 2015s, the Cariad is a total knock-out. Dark, vibrant and powerful in the glass, the 2015 offers notable energy to balance the bold flavors of the year. In this vintage, the Cariad has quite a bit more Franc than is typically the case, a decision that has paid off beautifully. I very much like the sense of energy here.Inc. GSTSG$2,588.64 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
An absolute beast of a wine, the 2013 Ix Estate checks in as a mix of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot that’s all from the estate located at the top of Pritchard Hill. Still a primordial wine that reminds me of a barrel sample, its vivid, saturated purple color is followed by an incredible bouquet of black and blue fruits, graphite, spring flowers, and scorched earth. With a deep, full-bodied, massive mid-palate, background oak, and beautiful purity and freshness, it’s a tour de force and may be the most massive yet perfectly balanced wine I’ve ever tasted. It’s incredible today in an academic sort of way, but it won’t start to hit maturity for at least another decade. Hats off to superstar winemaker Allison Tauziet who, in this critic’s opinion, fashions some of the most profound and captivating wines on the planet!Inc. GSTSG$2,969.71 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
Lastly, the 2016 Syrah IX Estate reminds me of the otherworldly 2010 and is as profound as Syrah gets. Tasting like Guigal’s Côte Rôtie La Mouline (maybe on steroids) with its huge notes of bacon fat, spring flowers, blue fruits, barbecued meats, and incense, it’s full-bodied and massive yet also thrillingly pure, seamless, elegant, and weightless. It’s certainly approachable today yet is going to benefit from 2-4 years of bottle age and keep for two decades.Inc. GSTSG$1,892.12 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Dark crimson. Brilliant energy and drive. Sharp and linear – I'm sure winemaker François Millet has a sonnet to describe the character of this wine – and bursting with fruit. Just starting to drink well. Extremely rich and sweet with some black cherry aspects to it. Very winning. Enjoyed at a dinner in the Adelaide Hills. Perhaps its journey across the equator had brought it on?Inc. GSTSG$3,238.11 -
Wine Advocate (98)
Unquestionably one of the glories of the vintage, the 2003 Musigny Vieilles Vignes brings forth a highly boisterous nose of spices, violets, roses, plums, blueberries, and black cherries. Deep, powerful, graceful, concentrated, and sensually textured, it slathers the mouth with plums, blueberries, and cherries. Notes of mocha are intermingled with licorice in its exquisitely long finish. This noble wine is crammed with tannin, yet it is sweet and ripe. Projected maturity: 2010-2025+.Inc. GSTSG$5,713.49 -
Vinous (93+)
(bottled the day before my visit; aged in 40% new oak): Complex, vibrant aromas of peach, orange zest and lemon accented by white pepper. Rich, ripe, tactile and sweet, with the intense citrus and stone fruit flavors accented by peppery spices and complicated by vanilla and leesy nuances. A very good showing today, but this is still a baby.Inc. GSTSG$2,452.17 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Meursault Les Genevrières 1er Cru has a vibrant, menthol-tinged bouquet that bursts from the glass, touches of quince and yellow plum coming through with time. The palate is very well balanced with orange zest and tangerine, very harmonious and poised with a hint of apricot towards the finish. Delicious, exuberant and punchy. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30Inc. GSTSG$4,588.57 -
Burghound (91-94)
Sweet Spot Outstanding. Hints of spice and petrol add breadth to the ripe and mildly exotic aromas of white peach, mandarin orange and discreet wood influence. The bigger and richer medium weight plus flavors possess excellent mid-palate density while displaying excellent depth and drive on the focused and powerful finish. Impressive.Inc. GSTSG$2,050.01 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Meursault Goutte d'Or 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with fine delineation, orange pith and apricot, hazelnut with a touch of flint. The palate is beautifully balanced with insistent grip on the entry, more saline than the Bouchères, fine delineation with great precision on the finish. Very...complete. Closure: Diam 30Inc. GSTSG$4,081.72 -
Vinous (94-95)
(a tank sample, fined ten days ago) Knockout nose combines musky citrus peel, white flowers and grilled nuts. Offers bracing lemon, lime and stone flavors of outstanding purity, with strong minerality giving the wine uncanny energy and cut. The sugar/acid balance here is exhilarating, and the wine's resounding finish offers an almost magically light touch. This should age very slowly.Inc. GSTSG$2,582.97 -
Vinous (96-98)
The 2018 Meursault Les Perrières 1er Cru rivets you to the spot with crushed pebble and crushed limestone scents that could only really originate from this vineyard. Such intensity! The beautifully balanced palate delivers a fabulous line of acidity, notes of orange zest and white peach and a stunning crescendo toward the finish, which shows amazing persistence. A Les Perrières with class. Brilliant.Inc. GSTSG$3,909.54 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Meursault Les Perrières 1er Cru has quite a rich bouquet with tropical tones, maybe to the detriment of the mineralité that is slightly masked at the moment. The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, quite saline, lightly spiced with a vibrant finish that finally delivers the spiciness. Maybe pipped by the Les Charmes this year, this is a classy but not peak Perrières. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30Inc. GSTSG$4,948.33 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Meursault Clos-de-la-Barre has a clean, quite precise bouquet that is a step up from the Village, traces of grilled almond and hazelnut. The palate is underpinned by a fine line of acidity, more mineralité and tension with a saline, slightly Puligny-like finish. One of those less-is-more Meursaults. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30Inc. GSTSG$1,784.04 -
Vinous (89-92)
(14.4% alcohol, with a pH of 3.9) Ruby-red. Very southern aromas of chocolate liqueur and garrigue: this could be Chateauneuf. Lush, sweet and hugely rich, with powerful, roasted dark fruit and smoke flavors. Finishes with substantial but very ripe tannins. A rather extreme and outsized wine: I never would have picked it as Gevrey-Chambertin, much less Charmes.Inc. GSTSG$1,495.19
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Vinous (96)
A wine of pure texture the 2011 Chevalier-Montrachet captivates all the senses. Mint, lime, white flowers and Chamomile all vow for attention in a pliant, expressive wine of the highest level. The 2011 has a level of inner richness that is simply waiting in reserve. Another few years in bottle should unlock all of that potential.In BondSG$3,295.00 -
In BondSG$1,905.00
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Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Echézeaux Grand Cru contains 60% whole bunches. It comes from three plots that, still, only made two and a half barrels this year. It has a very well defined bouquet that seems to blossom in the glass, although it will need some time for the stems to be assimilated. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very peppery in style with touches of white pepper and bay leaf towards the persistent finish. This is a classy wine, one that is not unlike Dujac’s Echézeaux!In BondSG$2,665.00 -
In BondSG$606.00
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Matthew Jukes (19.5+)
Oak constantly forms a vital role in the kaleidoscopic wine, and the 2007 vintage was fermented in 15-20-year-old oak barrels with gentle lees contact, building fascinating depth and complexity while retaining the riveting signature minerality of the LCSH terroir. As you would expect, each vintage release has its personality, yet there is an indelible character linking every wine from this monopole and joyously present in the 2007. Funnily enough, I was privileged to taste the 2002 vintage earlier in the year, and it was singing. With the freshness of an epic Champagne and the palate complexity of a sensational Burgundy, it is so rare to taste wines that combine both talents to perfection. As it opened in the glass, over a couple of hours, it never stopped shape-shifting and evolving. While 2007 shows a much younger and more linear palate, it is built along precisely the same guidelines. The nose is show-stopping, all-enveloping, and effortlessly graceful, and the palate follows this theme. Serene fruit notes expand and contract as the flavours wash over your senses; there is already much to admire. Of course, the finish is straight-jacketed and controlling; after all, this is the Li-ion cell of power that will propel this wine to greatness. Interestingly, it is clear that after only 16 years of life, this wine is built for the long haul. Still, it will not follow the path of some Champagnes who start their lives packed with intensity and muscle only for it to be eaten up over time, leaving a weaker version of flavour that clings onto life. 2007 Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is leaner, fitter, chiselled, and toned. It is modelled with stamina and grace in equal measure, and so while you can drink it now and marvel at its wonder, you will be greeted with a very similar and no doubt ravishingly enticing wine ten or even twenty years down the track.In BondSG$2,165.00 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Vecina vineyard is located in the western foothills of Oakville, just to the south-east of the winery (up on Oakville Grade). Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Vecina slips sensuously out of the glass with gorgeous black cherries, kirsch, wild blueberries and blackcurrant pastilles notes plus suggestions of bouquet garni, pencil lead, tilled earth and underbrush. Full-bodied, taut and packed with ripe, expressive, exquisitely accented black and blue fruits, it has loads of earthy sparks and a compelling fine-grained nature to the firm texture, finishing long and layered. This bright, energetic, incredibly nuanced beauty is built like a brick house and, while approachable in youth, is easily a 50-year wine. I therefore urge readers to wait at least 5-7 years before opening to allow for the myriad of subtle nuances to emerge and offer that "WOW" experience that will reward patience.In BondSG$5,795.00 -
Indulge in the elegantly structured Boyd-Cantenac 2007, a distinguished Margaux wine crafted in the prestigious Bordeaux region of France. This vintage, expertly fashioned by the reputable Boyd-Cantenac estate, delicately combines 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Its precision vinification in thermos-regulated stainless steel and 18 months maturity in oak barrels exude a splendid maturity.
The aroma engulfs you in a whirl of ripe fruits, leading to a dense, full-bodied palate, beautifully balanced with velvety tannins and persistent flavours. A strong expression of the terroir, the Boyd-Cantenac 2007 flaunts a perfect blend of power and finesse. This wine bears the hallmark of the producer's continued adherence to traditional winemaking practices, garnering it well-deserved recognition in international wine circles.
A bottle of Boyd-Cantenac 2007 is a testimony of the vibrant and timeless allure of the Margaux appellation. Its charming complexity and depth make it an unmissable treasure for fine wine collectors and enthusiasts alike.
In BondSG$292.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2012 Barolo Cannubi is a little bit darker than Burlotto's Verduno Barolos, with all of the striking mid-palate silkiness and creaminess that is such a signature of Cannubi. Beguiling and totally seamless, the 2012 feels like velvet on the palate. The exquisitely layered, seamless finish is a thing of beauty. Burlottos' Cannubi doesn't get a lot of play, perhaps because it was made in a more modern style up until a few years ago, but it has all the pedigree of the better known wines in this range. The 2012 is superb.In BondSG$1,150.00 -
Vinous (97+)
Burlotto’s 2013 Barolo Cannubi is a showstopper. Literally. Conversation stops as attendees taste the 2013. This is what top-flight Barolo is all about. In 2013, the Monvigliero has gotten most of the attention, and for good reason. It is a truly monumental wine. But the Cannubi is not that far behind. On this night, it is positively dazzling and every bit as profound as it has always been. The Cannubi has really soared in recent years as proprietor Fabio Alessandria has brought it inline stylistically with his other wines.In BondSG$1,715.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (91)
Fruity, attractively balanced wine, the spice and caramel wood flavors fitting well into the sweet, berry fruits.In BondSG$309.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Gorgeous ripe fruit character, with loads of blueberries, blackberries and flowers. Full body, with velvety tannins and a fruity, fresh, grapefruit aftertaste. Really beautiful. Best ever from here. Best after 2018.In BondSG$358.00 -
James Suckling (98)
Very perfumed aromas of crushed berries such as raspberries and lemon rind. Plenty of flowers and sandalwood, too. Full body, very fine tannins and focus with a lovely, ethereal sensibility, which gives it balance and freshness. I love the energy and precision. It's all about subtlety. Despite the slightly difficult weather, this is a masterpiece in harmony. Drink in 2020 and onwards.In BondSG$772.00 -
Renowned producer Christophe Roumier presents the distinguished Christophe Roumier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Aux Mazoyeres 2018. Hailing from the esteemed Charmes-Chambertin vineyard in Burgundy, this French gem exhibits the height of precision and tradition in winemaking. This wine embodies the hallmark of a Grand Cru, exuding an exquisite structure, intricate depth, and resplendent elegance. Created with painstaking attention to detail, it captivates palates with nuances of ripe raspberry, cherry, and hints of rosemary and truffle, embodied in a velvety cascade. With meticulous vinification from hand-picked grapes to spontaneous fermentation, the wine's expressive terroir is beautifully foregrounded. Noteworthy for its longevity, this investment piece will evolve splendidly in the cellar, revealing further complexity as it matures. Experience the finesse and artistry of French wine with the Christophe Roumier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Aux Mazoyeres 2018.
In BondSG$9,260.00 -
Vinous (95-97)
The 2020 Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which contains around 70% whole bunch, has a vivacious bouquet with vibrant red fruit, briary, plenty of sous-bois with a touch of wild heather. There is palpable energy here. The palate is medium-bodied with chalky tannins, a fine bead of acidity, taut and fresh with a transparent finish. Ethereal.In BondSG$9,510.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2021 Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru contains around two-thirds whole bunches. The Ruchottes-Chambertin immediately puts the Charmes-Chambertin in its place with more fruit intensity; the limestone terroir percolates through with aplomb. The palate displays exquisite balance and transparency, linear at first and then fanning out towards the finish whilst upholding its mineral line. Hardcore...in a good way.In BondSG$7,515.00 -
The Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2011 is an exceptional French wine demonstrating excellent finesse and complexity. Produced by the internationally recognised Foucault brothers, this enticing Cabernet Franc offers a full-bodied experience with sumptuous flavours, firm tannins, and enchanting minerality. This wine is crafted in the Loire Valley from a single plot 'Le Bourg', matured in oak barrels for up to two years.
Hand-picking at harvest ensures the highest quality grapes are selected for vinification, maintaining the integrity of the wine and amplifying its unique sense of place. The Clos Rougeard winery, regarded as the jewel of Saumur-Champigny, handles the entire process with great caution to protect the wine's exclusive properties.
The Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2011 reflects the temperament, passion, and endless pursuit of quality that define the winery, making it a leading light amongst fine wines globally.
In BondSG$2,105.00 -
Vinous (98+)
The highlight among these 2015s, the Cariad is a total knock-out. Dark, vibrant and powerful in the glass, the 2015 offers notable energy to balance the bold flavors of the year. In this vintage, the Cariad has quite a bit more Franc than is typically the case, a decision that has paid off beautifully. I very much like the sense of energy here.In BondSG$2,345.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
An absolute beast of a wine, the 2013 Ix Estate checks in as a mix of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot that’s all from the estate located at the top of Pritchard Hill. Still a primordial wine that reminds me of a barrel sample, its vivid, saturated purple color is followed by an incredible bouquet of black and blue fruits, graphite, spring flowers, and scorched earth. With a deep, full-bodied, massive mid-palate, background oak, and beautiful purity and freshness, it’s a tour de force and may be the most massive yet perfectly balanced wine I’ve ever tasted. It’s incredible today in an academic sort of way, but it won’t start to hit maturity for at least another decade. Hats off to superstar winemaker Allison Tauziet who, in this critic’s opinion, fashions some of the most profound and captivating wines on the planet!In BondSG$2,695.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
Lastly, the 2016 Syrah IX Estate reminds me of the otherworldly 2010 and is as profound as Syrah gets. Tasting like Guigal’s Côte Rôtie La Mouline (maybe on steroids) with its huge notes of bacon fat, spring flowers, blue fruits, barbecued meats, and incense, it’s full-bodied and massive yet also thrillingly pure, seamless, elegant, and weightless. It’s certainly approachable today yet is going to benefit from 2-4 years of bottle age and keep for two decades.In BondSG$1,705.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Dark crimson. Brilliant energy and drive. Sharp and linear – I'm sure winemaker François Millet has a sonnet to describe the character of this wine – and bursting with fruit. Just starting to drink well. Extremely rich and sweet with some black cherry aspects to it. Very winning. Enjoyed at a dinner in the Adelaide Hills. Perhaps its journey across the equator had brought it on?In BondSG$2,945.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
Unquestionably one of the glories of the vintage, the 2003 Musigny Vieilles Vignes brings forth a highly boisterous nose of spices, violets, roses, plums, blueberries, and black cherries. Deep, powerful, graceful, concentrated, and sensually textured, it slathers the mouth with plums, blueberries, and cherries. Notes of mocha are intermingled with licorice in its exquisitely long finish. This noble wine is crammed with tannin, yet it is sweet and ripe. Projected maturity: 2010-2025+.In BondSG$5,215.00 -
Vinous (93+)
(bottled the day before my visit; aged in 40% new oak): Complex, vibrant aromas of peach, orange zest and lemon accented by white pepper. Rich, ripe, tactile and sweet, with the intense citrus and stone fruit flavors accented by peppery spices and complicated by vanilla and leesy nuances. A very good showing today, but this is still a baby.In BondSG$2,220.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Meursault Les Genevrières 1er Cru has a vibrant, menthol-tinged bouquet that bursts from the glass, touches of quince and yellow plum coming through with time. The palate is very well balanced with orange zest and tangerine, very harmonious and poised with a hint of apricot towards the finish. Delicious, exuberant and punchy. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30In BondSG$4,180.00 -
Burghound (91-94)
Sweet Spot Outstanding. Hints of spice and petrol add breadth to the ripe and mildly exotic aromas of white peach, mandarin orange and discreet wood influence. The bigger and richer medium weight plus flavors possess excellent mid-palate density while displaying excellent depth and drive on the focused and powerful finish. Impressive.In BondSG$1,855.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2020 Meursault Goutte d'Or 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with fine delineation, orange pith and apricot, hazelnut with a touch of flint. The palate is beautifully balanced with insistent grip on the entry, more saline than the Bouchères, fine delineation with great precision on the finish. Very...complete. Closure: Diam 30In BondSG$3,715.00 -
Vinous (94-95)
(a tank sample, fined ten days ago) Knockout nose combines musky citrus peel, white flowers and grilled nuts. Offers bracing lemon, lime and stone flavors of outstanding purity, with strong minerality giving the wine uncanny energy and cut. The sugar/acid balance here is exhilarating, and the wine's resounding finish offers an almost magically light touch. This should age very slowly.In BondSG$2,340.00 -
Vinous (96-98)
The 2018 Meursault Les Perrières 1er Cru rivets you to the spot with crushed pebble and crushed limestone scents that could only really originate from this vineyard. Such intensity! The beautifully balanced palate delivers a fabulous line of acidity, notes of orange zest and white peach and a stunning crescendo toward the finish, which shows amazing persistence. A Les Perrières with class. Brilliant.In BondSG$3,560.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2020 Meursault Les Perrières 1er Cru has quite a rich bouquet with tropical tones, maybe to the detriment of the mineralité that is slightly masked at the moment. The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, quite saline, lightly spiced with a vibrant finish that finally delivers the spiciness. Maybe pipped by the Les Charmes this year, this is a classy but not peak Perrières. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30In BondSG$4,515.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2020 Meursault Clos-de-la-Barre has a clean, quite precise bouquet that is a step up from the Village, traces of grilled almond and hazelnut. The palate is underpinned by a fine line of acidity, more mineralité and tension with a saline, slightly Puligny-like finish. One of those less-is-more Meursaults. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30In BondSG$1,610.00 -
Vinous (89-92)
(14.4% alcohol, with a pH of 3.9) Ruby-red. Very southern aromas of chocolate liqueur and garrigue: this could be Chateauneuf. Lush, sweet and hugely rich, with powerful, roasted dark fruit and smoke flavors. Finishes with substantial but very ripe tannins. A rather extreme and outsized wine: I never would have picked it as Gevrey-Chambertin, much less Charmes.In BondSG$1,345.00
