California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
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California | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£634.24 |
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James Suckling (98)Blackberry, blackcurrant and mint with some sage and crushed-stone undertones. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are in-check and nicely polished. Smoke, toasted oak and bark at the end, complementing the fresh yet ripe fruit. Drink after 2024. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£762.04 |
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James Suckling (100)Wow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and wet earth. It changes all the time. So expressive and refined. Full-bodied with great intensity and depth of fruit. The ultra-fine tannins display millions of layers. The texture on the palate is superb and lasts for minutes. This is the new 1974 George de Latour, which was a legend. Real Napa Valley red here. Drinkable now, to understand it, but truly great in five to six years and onwards. Benchmark. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£643.49 |
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The Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exemplary vintage, crafted in the historic winemaking region of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional quality, Bella Union prides itself on meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking practices. This 2019 vintage marries four traditional Bordeaux varietals; predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with portions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petite Verdot. On the palate, the Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 delivers luscious notes of black cherry and cassis, complemented by undertones of molasses, dark chocolate, and aromatic spices. Matured in French oak barrels, the wine possesses a delightful balance of fruit and structural tannins, promising excellent long-term aging potential. Under the expert guidance of winemaker Brooke Shenk, Bella Union continues a legacy of producing top-tier Cabernet blends that encapsulate the essence of Napa Valley viticulture. Savour this mouth-watering, exquisitely balanced Napa Cabernet at its prime, yet expect further complexity to develop in the bottle over the coming years. |
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California | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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£1,268.26 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the great efforts of recent years, and not surprisingly so, is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve, a blend of 81% from Howell Mountain, 11% from St. Helena and the rest Calistoga and Mount Veeder. It is a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 84% new French oak. At 15.2% natural alcohol, this is a big boy, but also classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with crème de cassis, graphite, licorice, and a touch of spicy oak. Winemaker Laurie Hook, who has since departed as winemaker, really hit a home run with this beauty. The wine could benefit from 7-10 years cellaring and probably last 30 to 40. When all is said and done, this is an instant classic, the wine full-bodied with oodles of crème de cassis, pen ink, graphite and baking spices. It is multi-dimensional, layered, and one of the all-time great Beringer Private Reserves – and there have been many. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
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£235.45 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Dr. Crane Vineyard from Bernard Magrez is another impressive wine for the year. Long, persistent and intense, the 2011 stands out for its focus and energy. Dark cherry, plum, smoke, sweet French oak and leather flow through to the layered, finish. The sweet, floral notes so typical of the 337 Cabernet clone present in Dr. Crane ring out on the finish. |
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California | 4 | - |
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£1,672.18 |
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Immerse yourself in the luxurious taste of Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013. This exceptional vintage, cultivated in the world-renowned terroirs of Napa Valley, is a testament to the prestigious talent of renowned vintner, Bernard Magrez. Hand-harvested and aged in French Oak barrels for 18 months, this Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a profile of layered complexity. With an intense ruby red colour, the nose opens with hints of black cherries, sweet spice and a touch of dark chocolate. On the palate, it delivers a robust blend of blackberry, cassis and vanilla, underpinned by firm, velvety tannins that lead to a long, smooth finish. Produced in limited quantities, Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon reflects the meticulous craftsmanship and passion that have cemented Bernard Magrez's reputation in the world of fine wines. Elevate your wine collection with Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013, a crowning jewel of excellence and refinement. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£612.74 |
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The Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 embodies the epitome of fine winemaking. Master blender Bernard Magrez, a renowned figure in the wine industry, meticulously crafts this tantalising libation in the world-famous terroir of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its lush vineyards, the valley provides the optimum conditions for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The wine sits in French oak barrels, enhancing the biology and structure of this blend, then it's bottled unfiltered. Deep burgundy in colour, the Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 greets the senses with rich scents of cassis, truffle, and spice. It graces the palate with robust flavours of ripe blackberries, dark cherries and a sprinkle of pepper. The finish is long, delivering hints of chocolate and soft tannins. This Cabernet Sauvignon is an unforgettable expression of the poetic symbiosis between soil, climate, and winemaker's craft. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,544.98 |
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Dedicated wine connoisseurs will appreciate the exquisite Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016, a masterpiece of viticulture from the fertile vineyards of Napa Valley. Renowned vintner Bernard Magrez artfully cultivates the Cabernet Sauvignon grape in these soils, blessed by a unique terroir fostering the growth of superbly balanced and concentrated fruit. This 2016 vintage showcases a symphony of dark berry aromas, interlaced with hints of chocolate and spices, underpinned by well-rounded tannins. It's a full-bodied creation, matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, revealing a velvet-like texture and luscious complexity on the palate. Bernard Magrez is known for his unerring devotion to quality, making each bottle a testament to the fine art of winemaking, and the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is no exception. Savour this illustrious spirit of the Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016, where every sip unveils layers of the wine's depth and multifaceted character. |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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£2,671.49 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The first release from this site, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a saturated purple color as well as a heavenly bouquet of blackcurrants, tobacco leaf, ground herbs, and gravelly minerality. It's one of those powerful yet ethereal, weightless wines that carries full-bodied richness, seamless tannins, and just a heavenly finish. |
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California | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
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£1,465.49 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Sage Ridge Vineyard has a classic gamey black and blue fruit character as well as notes of black olive, leafy herbs, and dark chocolate. It's rich, powerful, and full-bodied, with remarkable purity and a great finish. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£798.59 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)While this cuvée is one of the least expensive in the lineup, it’s often one of my favorites. The 2018 Ontogeny is no exception and should be snatched up by readers. A classic 2018 nose of ripe, pure blue fruits, cassis, violets, and smoked earth gives way to a full-bodied, dense, concentrated Cabernet with beautiful tannins and length. It’s going to evolve for 20 years or more. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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£730.93 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)A blend put together by Bevan from the single vineyards, the Ontogeny cuvée is year-in, year-out one of the greatest values in Cabernet Sauvignon. His 2019 Ontogeny is no exception, revealing a dense purple hue as well as rock star notes of crème de cassis, violets, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. It’s a big, classic Bevan wine and has remarkable purity, silky, polished tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. Don’t miss it! |
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California | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£2,300.69 |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Proprietary Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is laced with the essence of ripe red cherry, plum, sage, wild flowers and savory herbs are all beautifully delineated. Voluptuous and racy to the core, the 2015 is a classic Russell Bevan wine built on layers of flavor and textural intensity. |
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California | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£2,947.78 |
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Vinous (96)The 2016 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain is built on lifted aromatics and more of a mid-weight sense of structure than is found in the other wines of the range. Sage, crème de cassis, menthol, lavender, mint and dark fruit are all nicely layered. Gracious and light on its feet (that is not a typo), with gorgeous perfume from the Franc, the Proprietary Red is distinctive and incredibly inviting. |
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California | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£3,499.78 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is magnificent. Soaring in its intensity, the 2018 exudes tremendous concentration and a level of aromatic breadth that carries through to the finish. All the elements come together so effortlessly. The 2018 is a must-have for Bevan fans. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (JD) |
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£1,517.09 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-100)Checking in as a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the 2019 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard is one of the top wines in 2019 (at least at this stage). Offering an incredible nose of black raspberries, cassis, wildflowers, violets, and wood smoke, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, ultra-fine, seamless texture, great tannins, and a great, great finish. The purity is just about off the charts. |
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California | 3 | - |
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£7,359.67 |
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California | 1 | - |
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California | 1 | - |
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£3,041.23 |
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The assortment case contains:
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1x75cl Bond Vecina 2018 – 100 JD 1x75cl Bond Pluribus 2018 – 100 JD 1x75cl Bond Quella 2018 – 98 JD 1x75cl Bond St. Eden 2018 – 98 JD 1x75cl Bond Melbury 2018 – 97JD |
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California | 2 | - |
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£4,253.23 |
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The assortment case contains: 1x75cl Bond Vecina 2019 – 100 JD |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£1,393.94 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Matriarch is plush, sensual and enveloping. Succulent black cherry, plum and spice fill out the layers nicely in this enshrouding Cabernet. The 2018 possesses remarkable depth and exceptional balance. It's an absolute delight to taste today, and also a terrific introduction to the Bond range. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (VN (AG)) |
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£1,830.02 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97-100)The 2018 Melbury is fabulous. Bright, punchy and full of character, the Melbury is so alluring in this tasting. Sweet floral notes, crushed red berry fruit, mint, spice and blood orange explode from the glass. Medium in body, silky and arresting in its beauty, the 2018 is spectacularly beautiful. In 2018, Melbury stands out for its understatement and total class. What a wine! |
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California | 1 | 99 (VN) |
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£2,145.62 |
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Vinous (99)The 2018 Pluribus captures all of the savory, mineral intensity of this site on Spring Mountain. Searing tannins, once such a challenge here, are much more finessed than in the past. Crushed rocks, mint, blood orange, gravel, exotic spice and rose petal lend tremendous complexity as the Pluribus shows off its considerable allure. This taut, mountain Cabernet Sauvignon has so much to offer. Today, it is wonderfully complete and thrilling. Even so, the best is yet to come. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£3,339.64 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2012 Quella (from a steep 9-acre vineyard in the eastern Vaca hillsides) has an opaque purple color, a gorgeous nose of white flowers, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, and a touch of vanilla and graphite. Full-bodied, like its siblings, with great fruit extract, terrific purity and richness, and high but velvety tannins, this wine should also benefit from another 3-5 years of cellaring and keep for 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£1,791.62 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Quella is a dark powerhouse. Blackberry jam, grilled herbs, sage, menthol, licorice and chocolate infuse the 2017 with tremendous aromatic complexity to play off its natural richness. Savory and brooding, the Quella is a distinctly brooding Cabernet. |
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California | 2 | 97 (VN) |
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£1,830.02 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Quella is rich, ample and beautifully resonant in the glass. There's terrific depth here and tons of class. Blood orange, game, licorice, tobacco, lavender and dried herbs give the Quella beguiling aromatic presence to play off its muscular, brooding personality. The 2018 needs a few years to soften, but it is already compelling, to say the least. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£2,899.24 |
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Wine Advocate (98)From an 11-acre vineyard just north of the Oakville corridor, the 2012 St. Eden shows gorgeous, cedary Christmas fruitcake notes, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, spice box, earth, and almost first growth Pauillac-like cassis and lead pencil shavings. Deep, full-bodied, and fabulously concentrated, this stunner flirts with perfection. Slightly more evolved than the Quella or Melbury, this wine may be the most drinkable out of the gate of all the Bond offerings in 2012. It should continue to evolve for at least 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£3,619.24 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The 2013 St. Eden is absolutely mind-blowing, with notes of blackcurrant liqueur and licorice as well as hints of Asian soy and lead pencil. Wonderful fruit that hits the palate with a cascade of glycerin, silky but noticeable tannins, and a big, earthy, rich, full-throttle, majestic finish of close to a minute add to this wine’s compelling personality. It should drink well for at least 30-40 years. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (WA) |
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£3,619.24 |
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Wine Advocate (98+)BOND’s 2009 Proprietary Blend Vecina, from Vine Hill Ranch, is fascinating to taste after the St. Eden. While the St. Eden is round and sensual, the Vecina is all about linear power and structure. Endowed with tremendous length and persistence, the Vecina presents endless layers of dark fruit and expressive aromatics supported by considerable tension and energy. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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California | 1 | 100 (VN) |
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£1,566.41 |
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Vinous (100)This look back at Vecina continues with the 2013. Ample and creamy yet also tannic, the 2013 is outrageously beautiful today. Raspberry jam, tobacco, smoke, dried flowers and herbs build into a crescendo of aromas, flavors and textures. Although the 2013 won't be ready to drink any time soon, it is simply thrilling on this afternoon. There is not much more I can say than that. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£512.50 |
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James Suckling (98)Blackberry, blackcurrant and mint with some sage and crushed-stone undertones. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are in-check and nicely polished. Smoke, toasted oak and bark at the end, complementing the fresh yet ripe fruit. Drink after 2024. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£619.00 |
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James Suckling (100)Wow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and wet earth. It changes all the time. So expressive and refined. Full-bodied with great intensity and depth of fruit. The ultra-fine tannins display millions of layers. The texture on the palate is superb and lasts for minutes. This is the new 1974 George de Latour, which was a legend. Real Napa Valley red here. Drinkable now, to understand it, but truly great in five to six years and onwards. Benchmark. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£517.00 |
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The Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is an exemplary vintage, crafted in the historic winemaking region of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional quality, Bella Union prides itself on meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking practices. This 2019 vintage marries four traditional Bordeaux varietals; predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with portions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petite Verdot. On the palate, the Bella Union Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 delivers luscious notes of black cherry and cassis, complemented by undertones of molasses, dark chocolate, and aromatic spices. Matured in French oak barrels, the wine possesses a delightful balance of fruit and structural tannins, promising excellent long-term aging potential. Under the expert guidance of winemaker Brooke Shenk, Bella Union continues a legacy of producing top-tier Cabernet blends that encapsulate the essence of Napa Valley viticulture. Savour this mouth-watering, exquisitely balanced Napa Cabernet at its prime, yet expect further complexity to develop in the bottle over the coming years. |
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California | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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£1,037.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the great efforts of recent years, and not surprisingly so, is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve, a blend of 81% from Howell Mountain, 11% from St. Helena and the rest Calistoga and Mount Veeder. It is a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 84% new French oak. At 15.2% natural alcohol, this is a big boy, but also classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with crème de cassis, graphite, licorice, and a touch of spicy oak. Winemaker Laurie Hook, who has since departed as winemaker, really hit a home run with this beauty. The wine could benefit from 7-10 years cellaring and probably last 30 to 40. When all is said and done, this is an instant classic, the wine full-bodied with oodles of crème de cassis, pen ink, graphite and baking spices. It is multi-dimensional, layered, and one of the all-time great Beringer Private Reserves – and there have been many. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
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£193.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Dr. Crane Vineyard from Bernard Magrez is another impressive wine for the year. Long, persistent and intense, the 2011 stands out for its focus and energy. Dark cherry, plum, smoke, sweet French oak and leather flow through to the layered, finish. The sweet, floral notes so typical of the 337 Cabernet clone present in Dr. Crane ring out on the finish. |
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California | 4 | - |
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£1,355.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the luxurious taste of Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013. This exceptional vintage, cultivated in the world-renowned terroirs of Napa Valley, is a testament to the prestigious talent of renowned vintner, Bernard Magrez. Hand-harvested and aged in French Oak barrels for 18 months, this Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a profile of layered complexity. With an intense ruby red colour, the nose opens with hints of black cherries, sweet spice and a touch of dark chocolate. On the palate, it delivers a robust blend of blackberry, cassis and vanilla, underpinned by firm, velvety tannins that lead to a long, smooth finish. Produced in limited quantities, Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon reflects the meticulous craftsmanship and passion that have cemented Bernard Magrez's reputation in the world of fine wines. Elevate your wine collection with Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013, a crowning jewel of excellence and refinement. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£501.00 |
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The Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 embodies the epitome of fine winemaking. Master blender Bernard Magrez, a renowned figure in the wine industry, meticulously crafts this tantalising libation in the world-famous terroir of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its lush vineyards, the valley provides the optimum conditions for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The wine sits in French oak barrels, enhancing the biology and structure of this blend, then it's bottled unfiltered. Deep burgundy in colour, the Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 greets the senses with rich scents of cassis, truffle, and spice. It graces the palate with robust flavours of ripe blackberries, dark cherries and a sprinkle of pepper. The finish is long, delivering hints of chocolate and soft tannins. This Cabernet Sauvignon is an unforgettable expression of the poetic symbiosis between soil, climate, and winemaker's craft. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,249.00 |
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Dedicated wine connoisseurs will appreciate the exquisite Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016, a masterpiece of viticulture from the fertile vineyards of Napa Valley. Renowned vintner Bernard Magrez artfully cultivates the Cabernet Sauvignon grape in these soils, blessed by a unique terroir fostering the growth of superbly balanced and concentrated fruit. This 2016 vintage showcases a symphony of dark berry aromas, interlaced with hints of chocolate and spices, underpinned by well-rounded tannins. It's a full-bodied creation, matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, revealing a velvet-like texture and luscious complexity on the palate. Bernard Magrez is known for his unerring devotion to quality, making each bottle a testament to the fine art of winemaking, and the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is no exception. Savour this illustrious spirit of the Bernard Magrez Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016, where every sip unveils layers of the wine's depth and multifaceted character. |
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California | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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£2,207.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)The first release from this site, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a saturated purple color as well as a heavenly bouquet of blackcurrants, tobacco leaf, ground herbs, and gravelly minerality. It's one of those powerful yet ethereal, weightless wines that carries full-bodied richness, seamless tannins, and just a heavenly finish. |
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California | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
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£1,202.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Sage Ridge Vineyard has a classic gamey black and blue fruit character as well as notes of black olive, leafy herbs, and dark chocolate. It's rich, powerful, and full-bodied, with remarkable purity and a great finish. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£646.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)While this cuvée is one of the least expensive in the lineup, it’s often one of my favorites. The 2018 Ontogeny is no exception and should be snatched up by readers. A classic 2018 nose of ripe, pure blue fruits, cassis, violets, and smoked earth gives way to a full-bodied, dense, concentrated Cabernet with beautiful tannins and length. It’s going to evolve for 20 years or more. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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£590.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)A blend put together by Bevan from the single vineyards, the Ontogeny cuvée is year-in, year-out one of the greatest values in Cabernet Sauvignon. His 2019 Ontogeny is no exception, revealing a dense purple hue as well as rock star notes of crème de cassis, violets, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. It’s a big, classic Bevan wine and has remarkable purity, silky, polished tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. Don’t miss it! |
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California | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£1,898.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2015 Proprietary Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is laced with the essence of ripe red cherry, plum, sage, wild flowers and savory herbs are all beautifully delineated. Voluptuous and racy to the core, the 2015 is a classic Russell Bevan wine built on layers of flavor and textural intensity. |
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California | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£2,418.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2016 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain is built on lifted aromatics and more of a mid-weight sense of structure than is found in the other wines of the range. Sage, crème de cassis, menthol, lavender, mint and dark fruit are all nicely layered. Gracious and light on its feet (that is not a typo), with gorgeous perfume from the Franc, the Proprietary Red is distinctive and incredibly inviting. |
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California | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£2,878.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Red Wine Sugarloaf Mountain is magnificent. Soaring in its intensity, the 2018 exudes tremendous concentration and a level of aromatic breadth that carries through to the finish. All the elements come together so effortlessly. The 2018 is a must-have for Bevan fans. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (JD) |
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£1,245.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-100)Checking in as a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the 2019 Proprietary Red Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard is one of the top wines in 2019 (at least at this stage). Offering an incredible nose of black raspberries, cassis, wildflowers, violets, and wood smoke, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, ultra-fine, seamless texture, great tannins, and a great, great finish. The purity is just about off the charts. |
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California | 3 | - |
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£6,101.00 |
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£2,709.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,521.00 |
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The assortment case contains:
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1x75cl Bond Vecina 2018 – 100 JD 1x75cl Bond Pluribus 2018 – 100 JD 1x75cl Bond Quella 2018 – 98 JD 1x75cl Bond St. Eden 2018 – 98 JD 1x75cl Bond Melbury 2018 – 97JD |
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California | 2 | - |
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£3,531.00 |
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The assortment case contains: 1x75cl Bond Vecina 2019 – 100 JD |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£1,152.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Matriarch is plush, sensual and enveloping. Succulent black cherry, plum and spice fill out the layers nicely in this enshrouding Cabernet. The 2018 possesses remarkable depth and exceptional balance. It's an absolute delight to taste today, and also a terrific introduction to the Bond range. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (VN (AG)) |
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£1,517.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97-100)The 2018 Melbury is fabulous. Bright, punchy and full of character, the Melbury is so alluring in this tasting. Sweet floral notes, crushed red berry fruit, mint, spice and blood orange explode from the glass. Medium in body, silky and arresting in its beauty, the 2018 is spectacularly beautiful. In 2018, Melbury stands out for its understatement and total class. What a wine! |
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California | 1 | 99 (VN) |
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£1,780.00 |
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Vinous (99)The 2018 Pluribus captures all of the savory, mineral intensity of this site on Spring Mountain. Searing tannins, once such a challenge here, are much more finessed than in the past. Crushed rocks, mint, blood orange, gravel, exotic spice and rose petal lend tremendous complexity as the Pluribus shows off its considerable allure. This taut, mountain Cabernet Sauvignon has so much to offer. Today, it is wonderfully complete and thrilling. Even so, the best is yet to come. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£2,767.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2012 Quella (from a steep 9-acre vineyard in the eastern Vaca hillsides) has an opaque purple color, a gorgeous nose of white flowers, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, and a touch of vanilla and graphite. Full-bodied, like its siblings, with great fruit extract, terrific purity and richness, and high but velvety tannins, this wine should also benefit from another 3-5 years of cellaring and keep for 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£1,485.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Quella is a dark powerhouse. Blackberry jam, grilled herbs, sage, menthol, licorice and chocolate infuse the 2017 with tremendous aromatic complexity to play off its natural richness. Savory and brooding, the Quella is a distinctly brooding Cabernet. |
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California | 2 | 97 (VN) |
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£1,517.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Quella is rich, ample and beautifully resonant in the glass. There's terrific depth here and tons of class. Blood orange, game, licorice, tobacco, lavender and dried herbs give the Quella beguiling aromatic presence to play off its muscular, brooding personality. The 2018 needs a few years to soften, but it is already compelling, to say the least. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£2,400.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)From an 11-acre vineyard just north of the Oakville corridor, the 2012 St. Eden shows gorgeous, cedary Christmas fruitcake notes, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, spice box, earth, and almost first growth Pauillac-like cassis and lead pencil shavings. Deep, full-bodied, and fabulously concentrated, this stunner flirts with perfection. Slightly more evolved than the Quella or Melbury, this wine may be the most drinkable out of the gate of all the Bond offerings in 2012. It should continue to evolve for at least 30+ years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£3,000.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The 2013 St. Eden is absolutely mind-blowing, with notes of blackcurrant liqueur and licorice as well as hints of Asian soy and lead pencil. Wonderful fruit that hits the palate with a cascade of glycerin, silky but noticeable tannins, and a big, earthy, rich, full-throttle, majestic finish of close to a minute add to this wine’s compelling personality. It should drink well for at least 30-40 years. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (WA) |
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£3,000.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98+)BOND’s 2009 Proprietary Blend Vecina, from Vine Hill Ranch, is fascinating to taste after the St. Eden. While the St. Eden is round and sensual, the Vecina is all about linear power and structure. Endowed with tremendous length and persistence, the Vecina presents endless layers of dark fruit and expressive aromatics supported by considerable tension and energy. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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California | 1 | 100 (VN) |
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£1,300.00 |
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Vinous (100)This look back at Vecina continues with the 2013. Ample and creamy yet also tannic, the 2013 is outrageously beautiful today. Raspberry jam, tobacco, smoke, dried flowers and herbs build into a crescendo of aromas, flavors and textures. Although the 2013 won't be ready to drink any time soon, it is simply thrilling on this afternoon. There is not much more I can say than that. |
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