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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$3,190.14 |
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Wine Advocate (98)This is a re-release of a wine that first hit the market some seven years ago. The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is being reintroduced to the market, with only 2,500 bottles. This is a stunning wine that absolutely merits this considerable score increase. Made when dottore Franco Biondi Santi was alive and very present in the winery, this wine shows spectacular elegance and finesse, articulated with fine aromas of forest berry, blue flower, eucalyptus and lightly barbecued smoke. The wine shows extreme Sangiovese elegance and purity, and while the wine is almost fragile in approach, it ultimately reveals more brawn, volume and staying-power than anticipated. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (WA) |
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SG$3,240.53 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Tasted at Bordeaux Index's tasting and at the château, the 2006 Calon Segur was current winemaker Vincent Millet's first vintage. In many ways, you can see it as one of the last of the old style Calon Segur wines with a higher percentage of Merlot than nowadays (the 2006 consists of 33% Merlot), while I aver that the tannins are not as fine as they are nowadays. The Merlot component is vividly expressed on the nose with ravishing ripe red cherries, kirsch and strawberry, just slightly smudged by the alcohol. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, quite sexy in style but it does not have the class of more recent vintages and it seems to have remained tough up on the finish. It will loosen up with time, so afford this another 6-8 years in bottle. Tasted January 2016. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,817.49 |
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James Suckling (100)So much ripe fruit here with currants and sultanas, yet fresh and very clean. Dark berries too. Incredible ripe Sangiovese character. Full body, with masses of fruit and chewy tan nins. Plus, there's black licorice and dried berries. Give it time to soften. What a bottle. Will it ultimately be better than 2001 Tenuta Nuova? Yes. Best after 2013. |
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Rhone | 3 | 96.0 |
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SG$2,696.92 |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-97 (VN) |
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SG$2,031.54 |
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Vinous - Josh Raynolds (94-97)Foudre #1 (the fine one, according to Avril): Bright red. Intense strawberry and raspberry on the nose, with subtle garrigue and minerals adding complexity. Silky red fruit flavors show seductive spice and floral pastille qualities. Finishes with great persistence. Foudre #2 (the tannic one): Ruby-red. Bright red fruit aromas, with a deep undercurrent of licorice adding seriousness. The palate shows very spicy bitter cherry and dark berry liqueur flavors, chewy tannic grip and a long, vibrant finish. If this is Avril's idea of tannic in 2006, the final wine should be a supple beauty. Foudre #3 (the concentrated one, from 80-year-old vines cropped at15 hl/ha): Inky ruby. Rich cherry and cassis aromas, with a deep tapenade quality adding complexity. Sappy, sweet and packing major dark berry punch, this clocks in at 16.5% alcohol, but there's no obvious heat. An approximate blend: I hate doing this, but why not, said Avril, who doesn't believe that on-the-spot blends are accurate reflections of what winds up in the bottle. But this was his idea, not mine! Dark ruby. Powerful kirsch and blackcurrant aromas, with exotic licorice and fresh floral character expanding with air. Pliant dark berry and bitter cherry flavors carry through the long, sappy finish. A balanced, sweet powerhouse from this vantage point, with the concentration to age for at least a decade or two. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$2,588.58 |
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Wine Advocate (95)A vintage that Avril is selling to restaurants as he thinks it's drinking beautifully (and I agree), the 2005 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc has superb freshness and minerality in its honeyed, hazelnut, licorice and stone fruit-driven bouquet. Layered, pure and balanced, with both freshness and richness, it will continue to evolve nicely, but there's no need to hold off. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$4,011.03 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The best bottle of this I've ever had, the 2005 Châteauneuf du Pape Reserve was utter perfection on this occasion. Made from a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Mourvèdre that was raised mostly in demi-muids, it exhibits awesome notes of blackberry, licorice, smoked herbs, graphite and tinges of minerality. Decadent, massively full-bodied and with sweet tannin, this thrilling Châteauneuf is hard to resist now, yet should continue to knock it out of the park for another decade or more. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 94 (JS) |
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SG$1,419.64 |
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James Suckling (94)Lovely aromas of lilacs and roses, with hints of dark fruits. Truffles too. Full bodied, with velvety tannins and a delicious finish. So much beautiful fruit here. Drink now or hold. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$3,833.44 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit to this is fascinating with plums, currants and other dark fruits. Then there is another layer of spices and chocolate. So much cassis. Full and very layered with chewy polished tannins and a long, long finish. Just starting to open. Changes all the time. Still needs a year or two but gorgeous to drink already. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$2,628.99 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Blended of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot, the 2006 Cos d'Estournel is deep garnet colored with a touch of brick, opening with enticing scents of rosemary-crusted roast lamb, dried cherries, baked blackcurrants and mincemeat pie with touches of fallen leaves, cigar box and pencil lead. Medium-bodied, lively and elegantly played in the mouth, it has a firm backbone of chewy tannins and plenty of mineral accents on the long finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WSM) |
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SG$1,326.44 |
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Wine & Spirit Magazine (92)Bernard Audoy usually makes a gracious, middleweight wine at his property across from Cos d'Estournel, at the southern border of St-Estèphe. This 2005 is more powerful, with jasmine and bergamot scents buzzing over serious tannins. The fruit is completely hidden, as black as the tannins that coat the mouth in mineral flavors, neither ripping nor softened up. Sleek and expansive, this is set to age for ten years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89-91 (WS) |
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SG$1,365.73 |
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Wine Spectator (89-91)Very attractive aromas and flavors of crushed berries and flowers follow through to a medium-bodied palate and a fresh finish. Well done for this estate. Score range: 89-91 |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$1,192.90 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Delorme Brother’s 2005 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvee de la Reine des Bois has been incredibly consistent for me, and is always an upper-90s scoring wine. A big, full-bodied, structured effort, its inky purple color is followed by a terrific bouquet of ripe black fruits, toasted spice, graphite, chocolate and garrigue. Made from 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and the rest 5% Vaccarèse, brought up 30% in barrels and 70% in stainless steel, it will have another 10-15 years of prime drinking. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | - |
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SG$584.11 |
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Relish the splendour of Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2005, a quintessential embodiment of Spain's prestigious Ribera del Duero region. This exemplary Reserva is the artistic creation of master vintner Felix Callejo, whose commitment to an organic and biodynamic model of viticulture ensures optimum purity and character in every bottle. The 2005 vintage yields a plush, full-bodied wine with hints of ripe black fruits, licorice, vanilla, and spice, procured from an intriguing blend of Tinta del País and French oak ageing. Central to the Callejo philosophy is a respect for the terroir, which is manifested in a palpably defined mineral edge to the wine. Don't miss the opportunity to savour a glass of the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2005, a classic representation of the region’s potential for producing world-class wines. An aficionado's dream, it stands as a marker of sophisticated winemaking traditions. |
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Castilla y Leon | 20 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$302.80 |
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Vinous (92)Inky ruby. Powerfully scented nose offers an alluring bouquet of cherry-vanilla, blackcurrant, cola, graphite and Asian spices. Plush and creamy, with deep red and dark berry liqueur flavors and slow-mounting tannins. Picks up smoky minerals and candied rose on the finish, which delivers a whiplash of sweet dark berry fruit. Extremely sexy wine that is built to age but is compelling even now. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94.0 |
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SG$1,433.18 |
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A product of remarkable elegance, Font de Michelle Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Etienne Gonnet 2005 is a testament to the skill and innovation of the Gonnet family. Stationed in the esteemed Chateauneuf-du-Pape region of Rhône, Southern France, for over five generations, their old-growth vines produce an expressive wine, underpinned by a profound respect for tradition. The Etienne Gonnet 2005 features predominantly Grenache, subtly accented with Syrah and Mourvèdre. It is aged carefully in oak casks, permeating the vintage with a beguiling complexity. This resplendent red is renowned for its impressive structure, powerful fruit intensity, and a sophisticated hint of spice and blackberry. The tight-knit tannins and balanced acidity make for a lingering, satiny finish. Impeccably crafted and aging beautifully, the Font de Michelle Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Etienne Gonnet 2005 embodies the Gonnet family's ardour for superb, authentic winemaking, making it a prized addition to any cellar. This a wine that truly underscores the depth and splendour of its terroir. |
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Tuscany | 10 | 95 (JS) |
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SG$334.43 |
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James Suckling (95)Frescobaldi’s Brunello always delivers great quality in just about any vintage. Gorgeous nose of ripe berries and slice plums with an almost peach undertone. Full bodied, with a solid core of gorgeously clean and clear dark fruits. Dense and integrated tannins on the finish. So long and fascinating. Best after 2013. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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SG$1,389.10 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% grenache from vines over 100 years of age in the Crau and Pignan climats Bright red. Rich cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by black cardamom, fruitcake and minerals. Deeply concentrated, powerful dark berry flavors with slow-building smokiness. The minerals repeat on the finish, which is broad, chewy and impressively long. This baby needs a lot of cellar time. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 93 (WSM) |
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SG$1,489.94 |
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Wine & Spirit Magazine (93)This has the powerful damson-plum intensity of great cabernet sauvignon grown in the northern Médoc. The tannins are black but not aggressive, their stoniness cushioned by layers of fruit. There's also an umami character, something like woodland mushroom and the savory skin of tiny wild cherries. An elegant wine performing at the top of its terroir, this will be delicious around eight to 12 years from the vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 40 | - |
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SG$356.87 |
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Exuding elegance and subtlety, the La Closerie de Camensac 2005 is a sublime choice for discerning connoisseurs. An eye-catching offering from the renowned Haut-Médoc appellation, this Bordeaux malefic magnificently captures the essence of its terroir. Under the expert stewardship of Château de Camensac's vintners, this delightful vintage is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot. The choice of grapes imbues it with a complex, multi-layered character that unfolds wonderfully on the palate. Matured for fifteen months in French oak barrels, the wine has a depth of flavour, integrating rich fruit and subtle spice notes. The producer's attentive viticultural practices ensure this wine is a true expression of its vintage, reflecting the climatic oddities and distinctive characteristics of the 2005 harvest. An embodiment of finesse and balance, La Closerie de Camensac 2005 is a gratifying exploration of Medoc's generous varietals and its microclimate idiosyncrasies. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 91 (JS) |
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SG$1,327.58 |
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James Suckling (91)This is racy for a 2006 with plenty of tobacco, berries and hints of mushroom. Light, stylish earthy character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a pretty finish with lovely tension. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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SG$1,280.10 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Exotic, opulent aromas of dark berry and cherry preserves, licorice, incense and potpourri. Extremely rich but at the same time lithe and precise, offering sweet, deep raspberry, blueberry and candied floral flavors, plus strong mineral lift. Tannins gain strength on the finish, which leaves behind a wide swath of sweet dark fruits. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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SG$492.56 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The same can be said about the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve and it offers incredible cassis, toasted bread, bouquet garni and earth aromas and flavors to go with full-bodied richness, incredible concentration and a seamless, thrillingly pure texture that’s hard to believe. It’s easily the greatest wine I’ve tasted from this vintage. |
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Rhone | 2 | 99 (WA) |
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SG$2,305.72 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The same can be said about the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve and it offers incredible cassis, toasted bread, bouquet garni and earth aromas and flavors to go with full-bodied richness, incredible concentration and a seamless, thrillingly pure texture that’s hard to believe. It’s easily the greatest wine I’ve tasted from this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (WA) |
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SG$1,517.19 |
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Wine Advocate (91)Dense ruby/purple and still youthful and exuberant, with oodles of cassis and incense, the 2005 Lafon-Rochet is medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannin and a long finish. Just becoming approachable, this wine should continue to drink well for another 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$1,483.36 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape is forward and ready to go, with plenty of kirsch, blackberry, garrigue and cured meat aromas and flavors all emerging from the glass. Full-bodied and nicely concentrated, it’s a classic, elegant and complex red that can be enjoyed anytime over the coming decade or longer. As is common with a lot of 2006s, it has a traditional feel, yet offers solid fruit and texture. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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SG$943.29 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is a wonderfully plush, warm Brunello loaded with radiant fruit. Flowers, licorice and leather develop in the glass, adding dimension to this opulent, expressive wine. The sheer depth of the fruit and the open, sweet bouquet completely cover the tannins, making this one of the most approachable wines of the vintage. This remains a rich, full-bodied Brunello capable of delivering plenty of enjoyment now and over the next handful of years at a minimum. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JA) |
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SG$3,370.19 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The last year for Montrose under the Charmolüe family, before the Bouygues bought in 2006. Inky plum in colour, moreish from the very first sip. So juicy, such well controlled extraction, balanced but intense and concentrated, with layers of still-vibrant cassis, bilberry, eucalyptus and cocoa bean. You can now clearly see where this is heading, but it will continue to build over the next few years, and then stay on the plateau for decades. Proof that whatever the Bouygues paid for it the following year, they were getting one of the greatest estates in the Médoc. 60% new oak. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JA) |
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SG$1,889.47 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The last year for Montrose under the Charmolüe family, before the Bouygues bought in 2006. Inky plum in colour, moreish from the very first sip. So juicy, such well controlled extraction, balanced but intense and concentrated, with layers of still-vibrant cassis, bilberry, eucalyptus and cocoa bean. You can now clearly see where this is heading, but it will continue to build over the next few years, and then stay on the plateau for decades. Proof that whatever the Bouygues paid for it the following year, they were getting one of the greatest estates in the Médoc. 60% new oak. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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SG$2,255.21 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)Yes, this wine is tannic. To begin with it seems austere and mineral. But then the substrate of black berry juice asserts itself. The fruits are fresh rather than sweet, combining with leather, spice and a presence of new wood. Typical of Montrose, it is hard to appreciate this young, with those tannins needing to open out. But wait 10 years. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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SG$2,900.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)This is a re-release of a wine that first hit the market some seven years ago. The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is being reintroduced to the market, with only 2,500 bottles. This is a stunning wine that absolutely merits this considerable score increase. Made when dottore Franco Biondi Santi was alive and very present in the winery, this wine shows spectacular elegance and finesse, articulated with fine aromas of forest berry, blue flower, eucalyptus and lightly barbecued smoke. The wine shows extreme Sangiovese elegance and purity, and while the wine is almost fragile in approach, it ultimately reveals more brawn, volume and staying-power than anticipated. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (WA) |
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SG$2,870.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Tasted at Bordeaux Index's tasting and at the château, the 2006 Calon Segur was current winemaker Vincent Millet's first vintage. In many ways, you can see it as one of the last of the old style Calon Segur wines with a higher percentage of Merlot than nowadays (the 2006 consists of 33% Merlot), while I aver that the tannins are not as fine as they are nowadays. The Merlot component is vividly expressed on the nose with ravishing ripe red cherries, kirsch and strawberry, just slightly smudged by the alcohol. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannin, quite sexy in style but it does not have the class of more recent vintages and it seems to have remained tough up on the finish. It will loosen up with time, so afford this another 6-8 years in bottle. Tasted January 2016. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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SG$1,610.00 |
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James Suckling (100)So much ripe fruit here with currants and sultanas, yet fresh and very clean. Dark berries too. Incredible ripe Sangiovese character. Full body, with masses of fruit and chewy tan nins. Plus, there's black licorice and dried berries. Give it time to soften. What a bottle. Will it ultimately be better than 2001 Tenuta Nuova? Yes. Best after 2013. |
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Rhone | 3 | 96.0 |
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SG$2,465.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-97 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,745.00 |
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Vinous - Josh Raynolds (94-97)Foudre #1 (the fine one, according to Avril): Bright red. Intense strawberry and raspberry on the nose, with subtle garrigue and minerals adding complexity. Silky red fruit flavors show seductive spice and floral pastille qualities. Finishes with great persistence. Foudre #2 (the tannic one): Ruby-red. Bright red fruit aromas, with a deep undercurrent of licorice adding seriousness. The palate shows very spicy bitter cherry and dark berry liqueur flavors, chewy tannic grip and a long, vibrant finish. If this is Avril's idea of tannic in 2006, the final wine should be a supple beauty. Foudre #3 (the concentrated one, from 80-year-old vines cropped at15 hl/ha): Inky ruby. Rich cherry and cassis aromas, with a deep tapenade quality adding complexity. Sappy, sweet and packing major dark berry punch, this clocks in at 16.5% alcohol, but there's no obvious heat. An approximate blend: I hate doing this, but why not, said Avril, who doesn't believe that on-the-spot blends are accurate reflections of what winds up in the bottle. But this was his idea, not mine! Dark ruby. Powerful kirsch and blackcurrant aromas, with exotic licorice and fresh floral character expanding with air. Pliant dark berry and bitter cherry flavors carry through the long, sappy finish. A balanced, sweet powerhouse from this vantage point, with the concentration to age for at least a decade or two. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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SG$2,260.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)A vintage that Avril is selling to restaurants as he thinks it's drinking beautifully (and I agree), the 2005 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc has superb freshness and minerality in its honeyed, hazelnut, licorice and stone fruit-driven bouquet. Layered, pure and balanced, with both freshness and richness, it will continue to evolve nicely, but there's no need to hold off. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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SG$3,565.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The best bottle of this I've ever had, the 2005 Châteauneuf du Pape Reserve was utter perfection on this occasion. Made from a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Mourvèdre that was raised mostly in demi-muids, it exhibits awesome notes of blackberry, licorice, smoked herbs, graphite and tinges of minerality. Decadent, massively full-bodied and with sweet tannin, this thrilling Châteauneuf is hard to resist now, yet should continue to knock it out of the park for another decade or more. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 94 (JS) |
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SG$1,245.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Lovely aromas of lilacs and roses, with hints of dark fruits. Truffles too. Full bodied, with velvety tannins and a delicious finish. So much beautiful fruit here. Drink now or hold. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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SG$3,410.00 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit to this is fascinating with plums, currants and other dark fruits. Then there is another layer of spices and chocolate. So much cassis. Full and very layered with chewy polished tannins and a long, long finish. Just starting to open. Changes all the time. Still needs a year or two but gorgeous to drink already. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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SG$2,305.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Blended of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot, the 2006 Cos d'Estournel is deep garnet colored with a touch of brick, opening with enticing scents of rosemary-crusted roast lamb, dried cherries, baked blackcurrants and mincemeat pie with touches of fallen leaves, cigar box and pencil lead. Medium-bodied, lively and elegantly played in the mouth, it has a firm backbone of chewy tannins and plenty of mineral accents on the long finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WSM) |
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SG$1,110.00 |
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Wine & Spirit Magazine (92)Bernard Audoy usually makes a gracious, middleweight wine at his property across from Cos d'Estournel, at the southern border of St-Estèphe. This 2005 is more powerful, with jasmine and bergamot scents buzzing over serious tannins. The fruit is completely hidden, as black as the tannins that coat the mouth in mineral flavors, neither ripping nor softened up. Sleek and expansive, this is set to age for ten years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89-91 (WS) |
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SG$1,150.00 |
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Wine Spectator (89-91)Very attractive aromas and flavors of crushed berries and flowers follow through to a medium-bodied palate and a fresh finish. Well done for this estate. Score range: 89-91 |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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SG$1,035.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Delorme Brother’s 2005 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvee de la Reine des Bois has been incredibly consistent for me, and is always an upper-90s scoring wine. A big, full-bodied, structured effort, its inky purple color is followed by a terrific bouquet of ripe black fruits, toasted spice, graphite, chocolate and garrigue. Made from 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and the rest 5% Vaccarèse, brought up 30% in barrels and 70% in stainless steel, it will have another 10-15 years of prime drinking. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | - |
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SG$425.00 |
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Relish the splendour of Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2005, a quintessential embodiment of Spain's prestigious Ribera del Duero region. This exemplary Reserva is the artistic creation of master vintner Felix Callejo, whose commitment to an organic and biodynamic model of viticulture ensures optimum purity and character in every bottle. The 2005 vintage yields a plush, full-bodied wine with hints of ripe black fruits, licorice, vanilla, and spice, procured from an intriguing blend of Tinta del País and French oak ageing. Central to the Callejo philosophy is a respect for the terroir, which is manifested in a palpably defined mineral edge to the wine. Don't miss the opportunity to savour a glass of the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2005, a classic representation of the region’s potential for producing world-class wines. An aficionado's dream, it stands as a marker of sophisticated winemaking traditions. |
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Castilla y Leon | 20 | 92 (VN) |
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SG$258.00 |
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Vinous (92)Inky ruby. Powerfully scented nose offers an alluring bouquet of cherry-vanilla, blackcurrant, cola, graphite and Asian spices. Plush and creamy, with deep red and dark berry liqueur flavors and slow-mounting tannins. Picks up smoky minerals and candied rose on the finish, which delivers a whiplash of sweet dark berry fruit. Extremely sexy wine that is built to age but is compelling even now. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94.0 |
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SG$1,200.00 |
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A product of remarkable elegance, Font de Michelle Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Etienne Gonnet 2005 is a testament to the skill and innovation of the Gonnet family. Stationed in the esteemed Chateauneuf-du-Pape region of Rhône, Southern France, for over five generations, their old-growth vines produce an expressive wine, underpinned by a profound respect for tradition. The Etienne Gonnet 2005 features predominantly Grenache, subtly accented with Syrah and Mourvèdre. It is aged carefully in oak casks, permeating the vintage with a beguiling complexity. This resplendent red is renowned for its impressive structure, powerful fruit intensity, and a sophisticated hint of spice and blackberry. The tight-knit tannins and balanced acidity make for a lingering, satiny finish. Impeccably crafted and aging beautifully, the Font de Michelle Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Etienne Gonnet 2005 embodies the Gonnet family's ardour for superb, authentic winemaking, making it a prized addition to any cellar. This a wine that truly underscores the depth and splendour of its terroir. |
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Tuscany | 10 | 95 (JS) |
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SG$289.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Frescobaldi’s Brunello always delivers great quality in just about any vintage. Gorgeous nose of ripe berries and slice plums with an almost peach undertone. Full bodied, with a solid core of gorgeously clean and clear dark fruits. Dense and integrated tannins on the finish. So long and fascinating. Best after 2013. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
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SG$1,215.00 |
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Vinous (90+)(100% grenache from vines over 100 years of age in the Crau and Pignan climats Bright red. Rich cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by black cardamom, fruitcake and minerals. Deeply concentrated, powerful dark berry flavors with slow-building smokiness. The minerals repeat on the finish, which is broad, chewy and impressively long. This baby needs a lot of cellar time. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 93 (WSM) |
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SG$1,260.00 |
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Wine & Spirit Magazine (93)This has the powerful damson-plum intensity of great cabernet sauvignon grown in the northern Médoc. The tannins are black but not aggressive, their stoniness cushioned by layers of fruit. There's also an umami character, something like woodland mushroom and the savory skin of tiny wild cherries. An elegant wine performing at the top of its terroir, this will be delicious around eight to 12 years from the vintage. |
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Exuding elegance and subtlety, the La Closerie de Camensac 2005 is a sublime choice for discerning connoisseurs. An eye-catching offering from the renowned Haut-Médoc appellation, this Bordeaux malefic magnificently captures the essence of its terroir. Under the expert stewardship of Château de Camensac's vintners, this delightful vintage is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot. The choice of grapes imbues it with a complex, multi-layered character that unfolds wonderfully on the palate. Matured for fifteen months in French oak barrels, the wine has a depth of flavour, integrating rich fruit and subtle spice notes. The producer's attentive viticultural practices ensure this wine is a true expression of its vintage, reflecting the climatic oddities and distinctive characteristics of the 2005 harvest. An embodiment of finesse and balance, La Closerie de Camensac 2005 is a gratifying exploration of Medoc's generous varietals and its microclimate idiosyncrasies. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 91 (JS) |
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SG$1,115.00 |
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James Suckling (91)This is racy for a 2006 with plenty of tobacco, berries and hints of mushroom. Light, stylish earthy character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a pretty finish with lovely tension. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Exotic, opulent aromas of dark berry and cherry preserves, licorice, incense and potpourri. Extremely rich but at the same time lithe and precise, offering sweet, deep raspberry, blueberry and candied floral flavors, plus strong mineral lift. Tannins gain strength on the finish, which leaves behind a wide swath of sweet dark fruits. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (99)The same can be said about the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve and it offers incredible cassis, toasted bread, bouquet garni and earth aromas and flavors to go with full-bodied richness, incredible concentration and a seamless, thrillingly pure texture that’s hard to believe. It’s easily the greatest wine I’ve tasted from this vintage. |
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Rhone | 2 | 99 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (99)The same can be said about the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve and it offers incredible cassis, toasted bread, bouquet garni and earth aromas and flavors to go with full-bodied richness, incredible concentration and a seamless, thrillingly pure texture that’s hard to believe. It’s easily the greatest wine I’ve tasted from this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (91)Dense ruby/purple and still youthful and exuberant, with oodles of cassis and incense, the 2005 Lafon-Rochet is medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannin and a long finish. Just becoming approachable, this wine should continue to drink well for another 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape is forward and ready to go, with plenty of kirsch, blackberry, garrigue and cured meat aromas and flavors all emerging from the glass. Full-bodied and nicely concentrated, it’s a classic, elegant and complex red that can be enjoyed anytime over the coming decade or longer. As is common with a lot of 2006s, it has a traditional feel, yet offers solid fruit and texture. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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SG$806.00 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is a wonderfully plush, warm Brunello loaded with radiant fruit. Flowers, licorice and leather develop in the glass, adding dimension to this opulent, expressive wine. The sheer depth of the fruit and the open, sweet bouquet completely cover the tannins, making this one of the most approachable wines of the vintage. This remains a rich, full-bodied Brunello capable of delivering plenty of enjoyment now and over the next handful of years at a minimum. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JA) |
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SG$2,985.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The last year for Montrose under the Charmolüe family, before the Bouygues bought in 2006. Inky plum in colour, moreish from the very first sip. So juicy, such well controlled extraction, balanced but intense and concentrated, with layers of still-vibrant cassis, bilberry, eucalyptus and cocoa bean. You can now clearly see where this is heading, but it will continue to build over the next few years, and then stay on the plateau for decades. Proof that whatever the Bouygues paid for it the following year, they were getting one of the greatest estates in the Médoc. 60% new oak. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JA) |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The last year for Montrose under the Charmolüe family, before the Bouygues bought in 2006. Inky plum in colour, moreish from the very first sip. So juicy, such well controlled extraction, balanced but intense and concentrated, with layers of still-vibrant cassis, bilberry, eucalyptus and cocoa bean. You can now clearly see where this is heading, but it will continue to build over the next few years, and then stay on the plateau for decades. Proof that whatever the Bouygues paid for it the following year, they were getting one of the greatest estates in the Médoc. 60% new oak. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)Yes, this wine is tannic. To begin with it seems austere and mineral. But then the substrate of black berry juice asserts itself. The fruits are fresh rather than sweet, combining with leather, spice and a presence of new wood. Typical of Montrose, it is hard to appreciate this young, with those tannins needing to open out. But wait 10 years. |
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