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.
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$9,246.47 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate’s great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage – make no mistake about that. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$17,319.01 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate’s great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage – make no mistake about that. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,338.48 |
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James Suckling (98)This has intense aromas of souis bois, mushroom, flowers, spices and ripe berry tart. Full and very rich, with layers of round tannins and intense flavors. This is opulent and wild. So good for a baby but wait until 2017. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$16,484.03 |
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Wine Advocate (100)2003 was one of the hottest, earliest Bordeaux vintages ever. Some vines suffered from lack of moisture, but old vines and clay subsoil at Enclos saw this vineyard through. The Merlot harvest occurred between September 8 and 13, and the Cabernet Sauvignon was picked between September 22 and 30. The 2003 Latour is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot. Six percent of the press wine was added to the final blend. It has a medium to deep garnet-purple color, then wow—it explodes from the glass with bombastic black and blue fruits, followed up by meat, wood smoke, sandalwood and Indian spice accents with underlying floral wafts. The palate is full, rich, velvety, seductive and very long on the finish. There were only 10,800 cases made (rather than the normal 15,000-20,000). |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,220.69 |
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Vinous (88)Medium yellow. Less vintage-typical aromas of orange, nutmeg and flint. Then more vibrant in the mouth, with a fine-grained texture and enticing floral lift. A bit warm on the end, but finishes with very good thrust and length. This has finesse for a 2003. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,356.94 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90-93)Expressive, musky aromas of peach, lime, quinine, white flowers and spices. Fat, chewy and very rich, with more depth of flavor than the foregoing 2003 samples. The captivating floral quality carries through in the mouth. A distinctly palate-coating wine with excellent stuffing and length. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,681.98 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Warm and rich aromas of plums, blackberries and currants, turning to flowers and hints of mineral. Very complex. Layers of cashmerelike tannins, turning to leather. Warm and inviting, yet rich and powerful; fantastic purity, yet voluptuous. This is what exciting wine is about. Score range: 95-100 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$12,665.69 |
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Vinous (95)Bright ruby-red. Knockout nose combines strawberry, underbrush, minerals and stone; like a fully ripe essence of Clos de la Roche. Superconcentrated and sweet, with the wine's distinct minerality giving it class and definition. Superripe but not over the top. Silky and full; a nobler version of the superb Combottes. Finishes tannic, minerally and very long, with a lingering juiciness. Captures the great potential of this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$96,926.70 |
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Vinous (94+)Bright, deep red. Musky, slightly reduced aromas of raspberry and minerals. Offers a compellingly silky texture and lovely sweetness but comes across as youthfully closed today, even a bit reduced. But this boasts superb concentration and purity of flavor and a very long, harmonious finish. I'd give this a good eight to ten years in the cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$8,832.90 |
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Vinous (91+)Deep ruby-red. Slightly reduced, reserved nose hints at superripe dark fruits and roasted nuts. Extremely ripe but a bit youthfully stunted, with slightly roasted, chocolatey flavor. Solid and chewy, but not revealing its personality today. Finishes with substantial tannins. Today I don't find a lot of verve. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,928.76 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$6,247.31 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$4,798.09 |
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Vinous (91+)Very dark red. Brooding, slightly reduced aromas of black raspberry, menthol, mint, licorice and leather, plus a distinct impression of liqueur-like dried fruits. Thick, tactile and dry; this very powerful Volnay shows as much soil as fruit today. Strong tannins saturate the sides of the mouth and tongue, mostly neutralizing the wine's sweetness. A large-scaled and extreme style but boasts good freshness. This big boy still needs more time in bottle to soften. I suspect that it will go on for another couple of decades. In response to the extreme heat that summer and the very early harvest at the end of August, Renaud de Villette carried out a shorter-then-normal cuvaison, followed by a relatively short élevage with less new oak than usual. (13.65% alcohol; August 26 harvest; 28 h/h; 3.53 pH) |
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South Australia | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
Inc. GST
SG$664.27 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Extremely bumptious, big and round. Extremely concentrated fruit with a hint of dustiness and still, in early 2005, a little bit brutal. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$10,091.18 |
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Wine Spectator (100)Complex aromas of blackberries, citrus and tobacco. Currants. Subtle nose yet complex. You have to look under the surface. Full-bodied, with a big core of ripe fruit and superripe tannins. Thick and powerful. Chewy. Tannins come out of hiding and lash out on the finish. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bekaa Valley | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,751.54 |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$128.77 |
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The Oliver's Taranga Mclaren Vale Estate Shiraz 2003 hails from South Australia's premier wine country, renowned for its complex, bold reds. Expertly crafted in the historic Oliver's Taranga vineyards, a family-run estate dating back to 1839, this Shiraz embodies centuries of viticultural tradition. Made from low-yielding, 80-year-old vines, the wine is matured in French oak for 18 months to enhance its flavour profile. The result is a classically structured Shiraz, boasting compelling notes of blackberry, plum and complex spice. Its full-bodied palate, vivid tannic structure and elegant, long finish make the Oliver's Taranga Mclaren Vale Estate Shiraz 2003 an exquisite showcase of Australian winemaking craftsmanship. As vouched by respected wine publications worldwide, this vintage provides a lavish and authentic taste of the Mclaren Vale terroir. Do savour the transformative journey from the first exciting sip to the depth of the last drop. Please note, this wine's character may evolve with cellaring. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$907.21 |
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Vinous (91+)Deep ruby. Very ripe and warm on the nose, but not pruney or over the top. A big, round wine with lush dark berry and cherry compote flavors and a serious, chewy texture. A bit youthfully inexpressive today but the power and concentration of the material are obvious. Notes of espresso and candied licorice emerged with aeration. Frederic Jaboulet noted that production was down from a normal 20,000 cases to 7,000. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-100 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,576.31 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Superripe and almost jammy. Very New World on the nose but impressive; Bordeaux-like on the palate. Berries, raspberries and strawberries. Hint of wood. Full-bodied, with ripe and round tannins and a long finish. Chewy. Got to like this. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$526.36 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Wonderful apple, pineapple and pear aromas. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, exotic finish. Terrific. Best I have had from here. Score range: 92-94 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WS) |
Inc. GST
SG$15,561.64 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Extraordinary nose of berry, chocolate and flowers. Amazing, jaw-dropping quality. Full-bodied, with supersilky, seductive tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Out of this world. Best after 2014. 2,000 cases made. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,083.02 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,497.66 |
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James Suckling (93)Complex aromas of blueberry, raspberry, and coffee follow through to a full body with soft and velvety tannins and a long juicy finish. So yummy right now, but give it another three to five years. Find the wine |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,656.69 |
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Vinous (88-91)Exotic liqueur-like nose; in a slightly oxidative phase today. Dense and plump, with a captivating honeysuckle flavor. Shows good depth and power, not to mention length, but finishes with a trace of alcoholic bitterness. Still, Noel and I agreed that this, like the Ruchottes, is more typical for its site than most of his other 2003s. (Ramonet's Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet showed a more exaggerated nut skin character and was impossible to assess with confidence, while the impressively fat Le Montrachet was rather heavy as well as a bit tired. I will report on these wines next year after they're in bottle. ). |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$918.76 |
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Vinous (90)Pale yellow. Pure aromas of lemon, spices and stone. Supple, round and silky, with very ripe but bright flavors of apple, pear and citrus fruits. Impressively fat, rich and seamless premier cru with excellent length. This was bottled the day before I tasted it but was not yet showing any evidence of shock. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$4,713.92 |
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Vinous (90+)More exotic aromas of grapefruit and lime oil. Fat and round in the mouth but distinctly closed today; comes across as less filled in than the Clos, and drier in style. This was a knockout from barrel a year ago, but today I find more texture than terroirBut then this was bottled on the morning of my visit. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,906.67 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2003 Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape has gone from strength to strength and now looks to be the finest vintage since the monumental 1995. Deep ruby to the rim with that classic Rayas nose of flowers, kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, crushed rocks, and minerals, the wine is dense and concentrated, with a broad, savory mouthfeel, sweet yet silky tannin, fabulous persistence, and a blockbuster finish that just goes on and on. This is a reassuringly profound Rayas that seems to suggest that Emmanuel Reynaud has finally figured out this cold-climate terroir in a warm climate appellation. This wine should be given 3-4 years of bottle age, and drunk over the following 20+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$18,550.62 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2003 Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape has gone from strength to strength and now looks to be the finest vintage since the monumental 1995. Deep ruby to the rim with that classic Rayas nose of flowers, kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, crushed rocks, and minerals, the wine is dense and concentrated, with a broad, savory mouthfeel, sweet yet silky tannin, fabulous persistence, and a blockbuster finish that just goes on and on. This is a reassuringly profound Rayas that seems to suggest that Emmanuel Reynaud has finally figured out this cold-climate terroir in a warm climate appellation. This wine should be given 3-4 years of bottle age, and drunk over the following 20+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90-93 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$596.01 |
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Wine Advocate (90-93)A new acquisition, the inky/purple-tinged 2003 St.-Joseph exhibits tremendous flavor intensity, loads of body, amazing glycerin, and high alcohol. It should drink well for 10-12 years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (BH) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,394.31 |
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Burghound (90-93)The quality here is far superior to the preceding wines as this is aromatically rich, intense and utterly classy with robust yet remarkably fine and refined flavors that combine power, weight and depth in a ripe but elegant package. Lovely stuff and this is really most impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$8,450.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate’s great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage – make no mistake about that. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$15,790.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate’s great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage – make no mistake about that. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,125.00 |
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James Suckling (98)This has intense aromas of souis bois, mushroom, flowers, spices and ripe berry tart. Full and very rich, with layers of round tannins and intense flavors. This is opulent and wild. So good for a baby but wait until 2017. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$15,020.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)2003 was one of the hottest, earliest Bordeaux vintages ever. Some vines suffered from lack of moisture, but old vines and clay subsoil at Enclos saw this vineyard through. The Merlot harvest occurred between September 8 and 13, and the Cabernet Sauvignon was picked between September 22 and 30. The 2003 Latour is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot. Six percent of the press wine was added to the final blend. It has a medium to deep garnet-purple color, then wow—it explodes from the glass with bombastic black and blue fruits, followed up by meat, wood smoke, sandalwood and Indian spice accents with underlying floral wafts. The palate is full, rich, velvety, seductive and very long on the finish. There were only 10,800 cases made (rather than the normal 15,000-20,000). |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,110.00 |
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Vinous (88)Medium yellow. Less vintage-typical aromas of orange, nutmeg and flint. Then more vibrant in the mouth, with a fine-grained texture and enticing floral lift. A bit warm on the end, but finishes with very good thrust and length. This has finesse for a 2003. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
SG$1,235.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90-93)Expressive, musky aromas of peach, lime, quinine, white flowers and spices. Fat, chewy and very rich, with more depth of flavor than the foregoing 2003 samples. The captivating floral quality carries through in the mouth. A distinctly palate-coating wine with excellent stuffing and length. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-100 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$3,275.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Warm and rich aromas of plums, blackberries and currants, turning to flowers and hints of mineral. Very complex. Layers of cashmerelike tannins, turning to leather. Warm and inviting, yet rich and powerful; fantastic purity, yet voluptuous. This is what exciting wine is about. Score range: 95-100 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$11,610.00 |
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Vinous (95)Bright ruby-red. Knockout nose combines strawberry, underbrush, minerals and stone; like a fully ripe essence of Clos de la Roche. Superconcentrated and sweet, with the wine's distinct minerality giving it class and definition. Superripe but not over the top. Silky and full; a nobler version of the superb Combottes. Finishes tannic, minerally and very long, with a lingering juiciness. Captures the great potential of this vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$88,915.00 |
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Vinous (94+)Bright, deep red. Musky, slightly reduced aromas of raspberry and minerals. Offers a compellingly silky texture and lovely sweetness but comes across as youthfully closed today, even a bit reduced. But this boasts superb concentration and purity of flavor and a very long, harmonious finish. I'd give this a good eight to ten years in the cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$8,095.00 |
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Vinous (91+)Deep ruby-red. Slightly reduced, reserved nose hints at superripe dark fruits and roasted nuts. Extremely ripe but a bit youthfully stunted, with slightly roasted, chocolatey flavor. Solid and chewy, but not revealing its personality today. Finishes with substantial tannins. Today I don't find a lot of verve. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,720.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$5,680.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$4,295.00 |
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Vinous (91+)Very dark red. Brooding, slightly reduced aromas of black raspberry, menthol, mint, licorice and leather, plus a distinct impression of liqueur-like dried fruits. Thick, tactile and dry; this very powerful Volnay shows as much soil as fruit today. Strong tannins saturate the sides of the mouth and tongue, mostly neutralizing the wine's sweetness. A large-scaled and extreme style but boasts good freshness. This big boy still needs more time in bottle to soften. I suspect that it will go on for another couple of decades. In response to the extreme heat that summer and the very early harvest at the end of August, Renaud de Villette carried out a shorter-then-normal cuvaison, followed by a relatively short élevage with less new oak than usual. (13.65% alcohol; August 26 harvest; 28 h/h; 3.53 pH) |
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South Australia | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
In Bond
SG$552.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Extremely bumptious, big and round. Extremely concentrated fruit with a hint of dustiness and still, in early 2005, a little bit brutal. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$9,155.00 |
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Wine Spectator (100)Complex aromas of blackberries, citrus and tobacco. Currants. Subtle nose yet complex. You have to look under the surface. Full-bodied, with a big core of ripe fruit and superripe tannins. Thick and powerful. Chewy. Tannins come out of hiding and lash out on the finish. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bekaa Valley | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,500.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$99.00 |
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The Oliver's Taranga Mclaren Vale Estate Shiraz 2003 hails from South Australia's premier wine country, renowned for its complex, bold reds. Expertly crafted in the historic Oliver's Taranga vineyards, a family-run estate dating back to 1839, this Shiraz embodies centuries of viticultural tradition. Made from low-yielding, 80-year-old vines, the wine is matured in French oak for 18 months to enhance its flavour profile. The result is a classically structured Shiraz, boasting compelling notes of blackberry, plum and complex spice. Its full-bodied palate, vivid tannic structure and elegant, long finish make the Oliver's Taranga Mclaren Vale Estate Shiraz 2003 an exquisite showcase of Australian winemaking craftsmanship. As vouched by respected wine publications worldwide, this vintage provides a lavish and authentic taste of the Mclaren Vale terroir. Do savour the transformative journey from the first exciting sip to the depth of the last drop. Please note, this wine's character may evolve with cellaring. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$763.00 |
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Vinous (91+)Deep ruby. Very ripe and warm on the nose, but not pruney or over the top. A big, round wine with lush dark berry and cherry compote flavors and a serious, chewy texture. A bit youthfully inexpressive today but the power and concentration of the material are obvious. Notes of espresso and candied licorice emerged with aeration. Frederic Jaboulet noted that production was down from a normal 20,000 cases to 7,000. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-100 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$5,005.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95-100)Superripe and almost jammy. Very New World on the nose but impressive; Bordeaux-like on the palate. Berries, raspberries and strawberries. Hint of wood. Full-bodied, with ripe and round tannins and a long finish. Chewy. Got to like this. Score range: 95-100 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$473.00 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Wonderful apple, pineapple and pear aromas. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, exotic finish. Terrific. Best I have had from here. Score range: 92-94 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WS) |
In Bond
SG$14,250.00 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Extraordinary nose of berry, chocolate and flowers. Amazing, jaw-dropping quality. Full-bodied, with supersilky, seductive tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Out of this world. Best after 2014. 2,000 cases made. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$954.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,275.00 |
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James Suckling (93)Complex aromas of blueberry, raspberry, and coffee follow through to a full body with soft and velvety tannins and a long juicy finish. So yummy right now, but give it another three to five years. Find the wine |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-91 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,510.00 |
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Vinous (88-91)Exotic liqueur-like nose; in a slightly oxidative phase today. Dense and plump, with a captivating honeysuckle flavor. Shows good depth and power, not to mention length, but finishes with a trace of alcoholic bitterness. Still, Noel and I agreed that this, like the Ruchottes, is more typical for its site than most of his other 2003s. (Ramonet's Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet showed a more exaggerated nut skin character and was impossible to assess with confidence, while the impressively fat Le Montrachet was rather heavy as well as a bit tired. I will report on these wines next year after they're in bottle. ). |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$833.00 |
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Vinous (90)Pale yellow. Pure aromas of lemon, spices and stone. Supple, round and silky, with very ripe but bright flavors of apple, pear and citrus fruits. Impressively fat, rich and seamless premier cru with excellent length. This was bottled the day before I tasted it but was not yet showing any evidence of shock. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$4,295.00 |
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Vinous (90+)More exotic aromas of grapefruit and lime oil. Fat and round in the mouth but distinctly closed today; comes across as less filled in than the Clos, and drier in style. This was a knockout from barrel a year ago, but today I find more texture than terroirBut then this was bottled on the morning of my visit. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,740.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2003 Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape has gone from strength to strength and now looks to be the finest vintage since the monumental 1995. Deep ruby to the rim with that classic Rayas nose of flowers, kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, crushed rocks, and minerals, the wine is dense and concentrated, with a broad, savory mouthfeel, sweet yet silky tannin, fabulous persistence, and a blockbuster finish that just goes on and on. This is a reassuringly profound Rayas that seems to suggest that Emmanuel Reynaud has finally figured out this cold-climate terroir in a warm climate appellation. This wine should be given 3-4 years of bottle age, and drunk over the following 20+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$16,945.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2003 Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape has gone from strength to strength and now looks to be the finest vintage since the monumental 1995. Deep ruby to the rim with that classic Rayas nose of flowers, kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, crushed rocks, and minerals, the wine is dense and concentrated, with a broad, savory mouthfeel, sweet yet silky tannin, fabulous persistence, and a blockbuster finish that just goes on and on. This is a reassuringly profound Rayas that seems to suggest that Emmanuel Reynaud has finally figured out this cold-climate terroir in a warm climate appellation. This wine should be given 3-4 years of bottle age, and drunk over the following 20+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90-93 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$428.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-93)A new acquisition, the inky/purple-tinged 2003 St.-Joseph exhibits tremendous flavor intensity, loads of body, amazing glycerin, and high alcohol. It should drink well for 10-12 years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (BH) |
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SG$4,940.00 |
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Burghound (90-93)The quality here is far superior to the preceding wines as this is aromatically rich, intense and utterly classy with robust yet remarkably fine and refined flavors that combine power, weight and depth in a ripe but elegant package. Lovely stuff and this is really most impressive. |
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