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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,574.40 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2021 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has one of the most attractive aromatics amongst de Montille's reds with lively black plum and mulberry fruit, damp undergrowth and light tobacco scents. The palate is well balanced with fine tannins, taut and focused with a little more fruit on the finish compared to other cuvées. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,505.81 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru, which includes two-thirds whole clusters, has a well-defined and complex bouquet, a cousin of the Pezerolles in some ways. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins, displaying a little more matière and slightly creamier in texture than the Les Pezerolles, leading to a precise, persistent, slightly more opulent finish. Very fine indeed. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,988.60 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru has a slightly chalky nose, a mélange of red and black fruit and touches of undergrowth and autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins, crisp and focused, quite elegant towards the finish with a long aftertaste. I can see this evolving over the long term. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,244.21 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru includes 50% whole cluster and has a much more floral bouquet than the Mitans, with wilted rose petal percolating through the red fruit. The well-balanced palate is tannic on the entry. The brisk, terse finish indicates that it is in for the long haul. I like the salinity here. A rather uncompromising but satisfying/challenging Volnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-90 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,394.16 |
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Wine Advocate (89-90)The de Montille 2005 Volnay Mitans displays a lovely nose of ripe cherry and flowers with an iodine mineral-medicinal note that, together with fruit skin tartness, follows on a highly-concentrated, impressively-layered, finely-tannic palate, with raw meat, floral and mineral suggestions dominating over any sweetness of fruit. The tightly wound finish here is smoky, pungent and subtly bitter. In two or three years one would be able to glean a clearer notion of this wine’s ultimate personality. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,209.36 |
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Vinous (91-93)(two-thirds whole clusters; one-third new oak; the sand on top of the limestone here typically yields relatively soft tannins, according to winemaker Brian Sieve): Good dark red. Cool black cherry aroma lifted by a stony quality. A step above the preceding samples in both juiciness and finesse; in fact, a real high-wire act of captivating sweetness and bright acidity. Very fine-grained, serious wine with excellent grip and length. These 45-year-old vines avoided the frost but yielded very little fruit, as they were very sensitive to rain and wind during the flowering. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,252.96 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole cluster and underwent one of the earliest malolactics, finishing by January 2019. It has a mixture of red and black fruit tinged with brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, the whole cluster so well integrated that you would guess it contained far less. The elegant finish is tinged with bay leaf and white pepper notes. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,574.40 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2021 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole clusters this year. That obviously comes across on the nose and slightly obscures the terroir expression, but there is just about sufficient fruit. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, crunchy dark berry fruit laced with Earl Grey and cracked black pepper with a short finish. Brisk and lively, though not long-term. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,351.06 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,416.46 |
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Vinous (91-94)(vinified entirely with whole clusters and aged in 35% new oak; the average vine age here is 65 years and the soil features gravel on limestone): Bright medium-deep red. Deeply pitched, fruit-driven aromas of black raspberry and dark cherry, plus a hint of smoky minerality. Wonderfully plush yet lively, displaying more volume and depth than the Mitans. Lovely silky Volnay without any impression of undue weight. Really fills the mouth and echoes on the finish while maintaining superb vivacity. Here the acidity is ripe and the broad tannins distinctly suave and fine-grained. This is showing beautifully considering that it only finished its malolactic fermentation in September. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,478.56 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Volnay Les Taillepieds 1er Cru is better on the nose than its peers. Lifted blackberry, raspberry and sous-bois aromas become more floral with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit and some stem addition that does not quite assimilate towards the finish, as if there are two Volnays competing in the same glass. That might resolve itself with time in bottle… we will see. Still an intriguing proposition. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,503.85 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Malconsorts 1er Cru has a harmonious bouquet with red berry fruit, sous-bois, thyme and touches of dried rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, crisp with tea leaf and bay leaf, building gently towards a composed, quasi-Morey-Saint-Denis finish. The pedigree of the terroir really defines this wine, even in a tough vintage like this. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 94 (DC) |
Inc. GST
SG$335.07 |
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Decanter (94)Lovely fragrance of floral and dark bramble fruit on the nose. Smooth and supple, succulent and mouthwatering. Really lovely, juicy and bright, light and lean, but there’s texture too, softly grippy tannins that give the St-Estèphe minerality. Cool, crisp, lifted, lovely freshness with blue fruit and lots of pencil led and mint. Balanced, easy, not too sharp not too edgy or hard. I like this a lot, chewy cherry and lean strawberry and crisp cranberry. Great balance, ends a little lean but it’s the minerality that captures and I love it. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,089.46 |
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Imbued with unparalleled opulence and sophistication, the De Saint Gall Blanc de Blancs Orpale Brut Grand Cru 2008 offers an exquisite taste journey. Renowned for its power, complexity, and perfectly balanced textures, this Grand Cru is a testament to the superior craft of De Saint Gall. Produced exclusively within the prestigious Chardonnay vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, this outstanding cuvée is aged for a minimum of ten years in the cellars. Grown in the optimal conditions of champagne’s most illustrious appellation, this expression exudes flavours of white fruit, citrus, brioche and honey, with an impressively long finish. The 2008 vintage, particularly celebrated for its remarkable maturity and freshness, enhances the experience. From its opulent golden hue to its effervescent bubbles, the De Saint Gall Blanc de Blancs Orpale Brut Grand Cru 2008 captivates all senses, manifesting its place among the greatest champagnes of its era. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (IB) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,316.20 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)5 Star Wine. Another fine release from Delamotte. Stone-fruits to the fore, with emerging toasty aromas. Vivacious, mouth-watering and devilishly moreish. This is one of the finest Grand Marque expressions of the macro terroir of the Cote des Blancs and a relative bargain. |
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Champagne | 5 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,060.05 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Delamotte's just-released 2014 Blanc de Blancs has turned out very well indeed, opening in the glass with scents of citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit, fresh bread and wet stones. Medium to full-bodied, chiseled and incisive, with excellent depth at the core, racy acids and a chalky finish, this isn't as muscular as the 2008 or 2012, but it has real cut and persistence and should age very gracefully indeed. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,975.05 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,541.70 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,214.20 |
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Wine Advocate (99)While I've had multiple looks at previous vintages, this is my first review of the 2018 Hermitage Ligne de Crete Les Grandes Vignes. Inky in hue, it boasts powerful, brooding aromas that include hints of hardwood charcoal, dark berries, licorice, crushed stone and pencil shavings. Full-bodied and almost painfully intense, it's a huge, mouthfilling wine that seems capable of aging up to three decades. Rich, supple and creamy in texture, yet possessing remarkable length and retronasal nuance, it has to rank up there with some of the Hermitage hill's classics from other, more renowned producers. It certainly deserves a seat at that table and may be a candidate for a perfect score in the future. |
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Loire | 12 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$556.34 |
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The Des Closiers Saumur-Champigny Les Coudraies 2019 is an exquisite red wine exuding the nuanced art of French winemaking. Originating from the Loire Valley vineyards, famed for its rich limestone-clay soils, this intriguing Cabernet Franc displays an elegant charisma born from decades of passion and expertise at the Des Closiers estate. Intense red fruits finely balance earthy undertones, revealing an alluring freshness and intensity on the palate. Aged to perfection in old oak barrels to enrich its expression, its harmonious structure and persistent finish make this wine captivating in its finesse. With the Des Closiers Saumur-Champigny Les Coudraies 2019, the pursuit of excellence extends beyond simply growing superb fruit; it lies in diligently crafting the essence of terroir into each bottle, ensuring every sip is a taste of pure craftsmanship. Truly, it is a beacon of authenticity in an ever-changing wine world. |
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Champagne | 2 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,348.90 |
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Vinous (91)The 2011 Brut Amour de Deutz is a gorgeous Champagne, especially for the year. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, brioche and tropical accents give the 2011 its extroverted personality. I would prefer to drink the 2011 sooner rather than later, just in case the vegetal notes typical of the year emerge, but today it is quite expressive. All the elements are nicely balanced in this rather slender vintage Champagne. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,776.16 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,035.11 |
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Vinous (98)The 2004 Dom Pérignon is a totally different beast. It is the product of a very long and cool growing season marked by heavy summer rains in some sectors of the region and then ideal conditions through to harvest. After a brutally torrid 2003, the vines responded by setting a huge crop. In fact, 2004 remains the most abundant vintage in the history of Champagne. The best wines, though, well, they have always impressed with their laser-like cut and focus. That’s exactly what comes through in the 2004 Dom Pérignon. Tasted from magnum, the 2004 shows all the linear energy and crystalline precision of the year, but with that extra magic that comes from fermentation and longer aging in the big bottle. The 2004 has long been one of my favorite Dom Pérignons. From magnum, it is especially captivating. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,397.46 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)The 2005 Dom Perignon opens with the classic Dom Pérignon bouquet. Warm toasty notes meld into expressive fruit in a supple, silky Champagne endowed with stunning depth, nuance and complexity. Sweet floral notes add lift as the wine opens up in the glass… In 2005, the release is scheduled to last about six months, which means production is down around 50% over normal levels. All I can say is the 2005 is fabulous, especially in a vintage that required considerable sorting to eliminate rampant rot in the Pinots. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,539.16 |
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Vinous (98)The 2008 Dom Pérignon is once again stunning. More than anything else, I am surprised by how well the 2008 drinks given all the tension and energy it holds. Then again, that is precisely what makes 2008 such a unique vintage namely that the best wines are so chiseled and yet not at all austere. Lemon peel, almond, mint, smoke and crushed rocks are all finely sculpted, but it is the wine’s textural feel, drive and persistence that elevate it into the realm of the sublime. The 2008 will be even better with time in the cellar, but it is absolutely phenomenal even today, in the early going. Three recent bottles have all been nothing short of magnificent. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,917.86 |
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James Suckling (98)A firm and vivid Champagne with a precise, focused palate. Full-bodied and dry. It’s very layered and bright with light pineapple, peach, praline, cooked-apple and stone aromas and flavors. It’s very subtle and focused at the end. Integrated with richness and high acidity. Good depth. Reminds me of the 1995. Very clean. Solid. Lovely to drink already, but will age nicely. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,385.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2021 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru has one of the most attractive aromatics amongst de Montille's reds with lively black plum and mulberry fruit, damp undergrowth and light tobacco scents. The palate is well balanced with fine tannins, taut and focused with a little more fruit on the finish compared to other cuvées. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,330.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru, which includes two-thirds whole clusters, has a well-defined and complex bouquet, a cousin of the Pezerolles in some ways. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins, displaying a little more matière and slightly creamier in texture than the Les Pezerolles, leading to a precise, persistent, slightly more opulent finish. Very fine indeed. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,765.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Pommard Les Rugiens-Bas 1er Cru has a slightly chalky nose, a mélange of red and black fruit and touches of undergrowth and autumn leaves. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins, crisp and focused, quite elegant towards the finish with a long aftertaste. I can see this evolving over the long term. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,090.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru includes 50% whole cluster and has a much more floral bouquet than the Mitans, with wilted rose petal percolating through the red fruit. The well-balanced palate is tannic on the entry. The brisk, terse finish indicates that it is in for the long haul. I like the salinity here. A rather uncompromising but satisfying/challenging Volnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-90 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,145.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-90)The de Montille 2005 Volnay Mitans displays a lovely nose of ripe cherry and flowers with an iodine mineral-medicinal note that, together with fruit skin tartness, follows on a highly-concentrated, impressively-layered, finely-tannic palate, with raw meat, floral and mineral suggestions dominating over any sweetness of fruit. The tightly wound finish here is smoky, pungent and subtly bitter. In two or three years one would be able to glean a clearer notion of this wine’s ultimate personality. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,060.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)(two-thirds whole clusters; one-third new oak; the sand on top of the limestone here typically yields relatively soft tannins, according to winemaker Brian Sieve): Good dark red. Cool black cherry aroma lifted by a stony quality. A step above the preceding samples in both juiciness and finesse; in fact, a real high-wire act of captivating sweetness and bright acidity. Very fine-grained, serious wine with excellent grip and length. These 45-year-old vines avoided the frost but yielded very little fruit, as they were very sensitive to rain and wind during the flowering. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,100.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole cluster and underwent one of the earliest malolactics, finishing by January 2019. It has a mixture of red and black fruit tinged with brown spices. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, the whole cluster so well integrated that you would guess it contained far less. The elegant finish is tinged with bay leaf and white pepper notes. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,385.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2021 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is 100% whole clusters this year. That obviously comes across on the nose and slightly obscures the terroir expression, but there is just about sufficient fruit. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, crunchy dark berry fruit laced with Earl Grey and cracked black pepper with a short finish. Brisk and lively, though not long-term. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,190.00 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% vendange entier; 35% new oak): Good medium red. Subdued aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, earth and smoky minerality accented by hints of pepper and herbs from the stems. Broad, ripe and smooth but quite dry. Displays very good spicy energy, length and lift but the substantial dusty tannins leave the finish a bit clenched today. This slightly edgy wine will need patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,250.00 |
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Vinous (91-94)(vinified entirely with whole clusters and aged in 35% new oak; the average vine age here is 65 years and the soil features gravel on limestone): Bright medium-deep red. Deeply pitched, fruit-driven aromas of black raspberry and dark cherry, plus a hint of smoky minerality. Wonderfully plush yet lively, displaying more volume and depth than the Mitans. Lovely silky Volnay without any impression of undue weight. Really fills the mouth and echoes on the finish while maintaining superb vivacity. Here the acidity is ripe and the broad tannins distinctly suave and fine-grained. This is showing beautifully considering that it only finished its malolactic fermentation in September. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,305.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Volnay Les Taillepieds 1er Cru is better on the nose than its peers. Lifted blackberry, raspberry and sous-bois aromas become more floral with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit and some stem addition that does not quite assimilate towards the finish, as if there are two Volnays competing in the same glass. That might resolve itself with time in bottle… we will see. Still an intriguing proposition. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$4,990.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Malconsorts 1er Cru has a harmonious bouquet with red berry fruit, sous-bois, thyme and touches of dried rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, crisp with tea leaf and bay leaf, building gently towards a composed, quasi-Morey-Saint-Denis finish. The pedigree of the terroir really defines this wine, even in a tough vintage like this. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 94 (DC) |
In Bond
SG$248.00 |
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Decanter (94)Lovely fragrance of floral and dark bramble fruit on the nose. Smooth and supple, succulent and mouthwatering. Really lovely, juicy and bright, light and lean, but there’s texture too, softly grippy tannins that give the St-Estèphe minerality. Cool, crisp, lifted, lovely freshness with blue fruit and lots of pencil led and mint. Balanced, easy, not too sharp not too edgy or hard. I like this a lot, chewy cherry and lean strawberry and crisp cranberry. Great balance, ends a little lean but it’s the minerality that captures and I love it. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$950.00 |
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Imbued with unparalleled opulence and sophistication, the De Saint Gall Blanc de Blancs Orpale Brut Grand Cru 2008 offers an exquisite taste journey. Renowned for its power, complexity, and perfectly balanced textures, this Grand Cru is a testament to the superior craft of De Saint Gall. Produced exclusively within the prestigious Chardonnay vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, this outstanding cuvée is aged for a minimum of ten years in the cellars. Grown in the optimal conditions of champagne’s most illustrious appellation, this expression exudes flavours of white fruit, citrus, brioche and honey, with an impressively long finish. The 2008 vintage, particularly celebrated for its remarkable maturity and freshness, enhances the experience. From its opulent golden hue to its effervescent bubbles, the De Saint Gall Blanc de Blancs Orpale Brut Grand Cru 2008 captivates all senses, manifesting its place among the greatest champagnes of its era. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (IB) |
In Bond
SG$1,160.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (95)5 Star Wine. Another fine release from Delamotte. Stone-fruits to the fore, with emerging toasty aromas. Vivacious, mouth-watering and devilishly moreish. This is one of the finest Grand Marque expressions of the macro terroir of the Cote des Blancs and a relative bargain. |
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Champagne | 5 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$925.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Delamotte's just-released 2014 Blanc de Blancs has turned out very well indeed, opening in the glass with scents of citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit, fresh bread and wet stones. Medium to full-bodied, chiseled and incisive, with excellent depth at the core, racy acids and a chalky finish, this isn't as muscular as the 2008 or 2012, but it has real cut and persistence and should age very gracefully indeed. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$2,670.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,355.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$1,970.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)While I've had multiple looks at previous vintages, this is my first review of the 2018 Hermitage Ligne de Crete Les Grandes Vignes. Inky in hue, it boasts powerful, brooding aromas that include hints of hardwood charcoal, dark berries, licorice, crushed stone and pencil shavings. Full-bodied and almost painfully intense, it's a huge, mouthfilling wine that seems capable of aging up to three decades. Rich, supple and creamy in texture, yet possessing remarkable length and retronasal nuance, it has to rank up there with some of the Hermitage hill's classics from other, more renowned producers. It certainly deserves a seat at that table and may be a candidate for a perfect score in the future. |
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Loire | 12 | - |
In Bond
SG$451.00 |
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The Des Closiers Saumur-Champigny Les Coudraies 2019 is an exquisite red wine exuding the nuanced art of French winemaking. Originating from the Loire Valley vineyards, famed for its rich limestone-clay soils, this intriguing Cabernet Franc displays an elegant charisma born from decades of passion and expertise at the Des Closiers estate. Intense red fruits finely balance earthy undertones, revealing an alluring freshness and intensity on the palate. Aged to perfection in old oak barrels to enrich its expression, its harmonious structure and persistent finish make this wine captivating in its finesse. With the Des Closiers Saumur-Champigny Les Coudraies 2019, the pursuit of excellence extends beyond simply growing superb fruit; it lies in diligently crafting the essence of terroir into each bottle, ensuring every sip is a taste of pure craftsmanship. Truly, it is a beacon of authenticity in an ever-changing wine world. |
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Champagne | 2 | 91 (VN) |
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SG$1,190.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2011 Brut Amour de Deutz is a gorgeous Champagne, especially for the year. Lemon confit, tangerine oil, brioche and tropical accents give the 2011 its extroverted personality. I would prefer to drink the 2011 sooner rather than later, just in case the vegetal notes typical of the year emerge, but today it is quite expressive. All the elements are nicely balanced in this rather slender vintage Champagne. |
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SG$1,580.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$2,735.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2004 Dom Pérignon is a totally different beast. It is the product of a very long and cool growing season marked by heavy summer rains in some sectors of the region and then ideal conditions through to harvest. After a brutally torrid 2003, the vines responded by setting a huge crop. In fact, 2004 remains the most abundant vintage in the history of Champagne. The best wines, though, well, they have always impressed with their laser-like cut and focus. That’s exactly what comes through in the 2004 Dom Pérignon. Tasted from magnum, the 2004 shows all the linear energy and crystalline precision of the year, but with that extra magic that comes from fermentation and longer aging in the big bottle. The 2004 has long been one of my favorite Dom Pérignons. From magnum, it is especially captivating. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (VN (AG)) |
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SG$2,150.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)The 2005 Dom Perignon opens with the classic Dom Pérignon bouquet. Warm toasty notes meld into expressive fruit in a supple, silky Champagne endowed with stunning depth, nuance and complexity. Sweet floral notes add lift as the wine opens up in the glass… In 2005, the release is scheduled to last about six months, which means production is down around 50% over normal levels. All I can say is the 2005 is fabulous, especially in a vintage that required considerable sorting to eliminate rampant rot in the Pinots. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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SG$2,280.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2008 Dom Pérignon is once again stunning. More than anything else, I am surprised by how well the 2008 drinks given all the tension and energy it holds. Then again, that is precisely what makes 2008 such a unique vintage namely that the best wines are so chiseled and yet not at all austere. Lemon peel, almond, mint, smoke and crushed rocks are all finely sculpted, but it is the wine’s textural feel, drive and persistence that elevate it into the realm of the sublime. The 2008 will be even better with time in the cellar, but it is absolutely phenomenal even today, in the early going. Three recent bottles have all been nothing short of magnificent. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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SG$1,710.00 |
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James Suckling (98)A firm and vivid Champagne with a precise, focused palate. Full-bodied and dry. It’s very layered and bright with light pineapple, peach, praline, cooked-apple and stone aromas and flavors. It’s very subtle and focused at the end. Integrated with richness and high acidity. Good depth. Reminds me of the 1995. Very clean. Solid. Lovely to drink already, but will age nicely. |
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