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.
California
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,989.58 |
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Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile. The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions. Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,442.38 |
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Relish the exceptional taste of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009. Crafted by renowned winemaker Bob Levy, whose esteemed career includes stints at Harlan Estate and Bond, this vintage lends an exquisite addition to any high-end cellar. Bob Levy's meticulous focus on detail is evident in this reserve, sourced from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, California's top wine region. Each grape is chosen for its distinct epiphany of varietal, matured for perfect complexity. Produced from mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a voluptuous texture underwritten by opulent black fruit, subdued spices, and an ineffable mineral lift. Overflowing with a harmonious balance, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak, imparting a layered richness that lingers on the palate. Savour the mastery of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009 - a testament to the tradition of world-class winemaking, captured in a bottle. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£441.47 |
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Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2010 exemplifies the pinnacle of Californian viticulture. Sourced exclusively from meticulously selected estate vineyards in the heart of Napa Valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon undergoes a rigorous vinification process. Hand-harvested grapes are gently fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the fruit's purity and complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers of vanilla and spice while allowing the robust tannins to soften gracefully. The 2010 vintage, celebrated for its optimal growing conditions, presents a deep garnet hue with an aromatic profile of blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle hints of cedar and tobacco. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and refined structure, culminating in a long, elegant finish. This reserve is a testament to Bob Levy's unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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California | 3 | - |
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£3,005.58 |
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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 | 1 | - |
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£3,605.58 |
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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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£685.94 |
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Vinous (93)The 2010 Matriarch is quite beautiful in this vintage. Supple and juicy at first, the 2010 has plenty of underlying structure. Rose petals, violets, new leather and a hint of orange peel appear on an exotic, perfumed finish laced with veins if dark red and blue fruits. |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£1,754.38 |
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Vinous (93)The 2015 Matriarch is an absolutely gorgeous second wine from BOND that benefits from the diversity of fruit sources that go into the blend. That is quite obvious when comparing Matriarch to The Maiden, the second wine of Harlan Estate, which draws from a more narrow set of parcels. Ripe red and purplish berry fruit, blood orange, mint and floral notes all grace this exquisitely silky, captivating wine from BOND. The 2015 Matriarch is just gorgeous. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£644.88 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Moving to the single vineyard releases, the 2016 Melbury is pure perfection in a glass and is the finest vintage of this cuvée I’ve tasted. Awesome notes of cassis, blackcurrants, toasted bread, white flowers, and spice give way to an ethereal, seamless, yet opulent wine that has that rare mix of power and elegance possessed by all truly great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and with building yet perfectly ripe tannins, do your best to give bottles 4-5 years of bottle age. It will evolve effortlessly for 30 years or more. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£691.73 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2017 Melbury comes from a vineyard north of Lake Hennessey with more clay soil. It offers more red and blue fruits as well as pretty floral, spice, and mineral nuances. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, beautifully elegant, seamless Cabernet that has silky tannins and no hard edges. All about charm and balance, this is a seriously good 2017 that will evolve gracefully. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (VN (AG)) |
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£2,170.79 |
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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 (WA) |
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£685.68 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Pluribus vineyard is situated on Spring Mountain, producing a sometimes broody wine in its youth with tons of latent power and energy waiting to erupt. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Pluribus is a little closed and youthfully mute to begin, slowly unfurling to offer glimpses at baked plums, crushed blackcurrants, boysenberries and redcurrant jelly plus suggestions of charcoal, black olives, Sichuan pepper and bay leaves with a waft of pain grille. Full-bodied, it has a rock-solid frame of very firm, ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the muscular black fruit and savory accents, finishing with phenomenal length and loads of earthy layers. |
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California | 1 | 99 (VN) |
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£1,871.99 |
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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 | 96 (WA) |
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£1,029.59 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The darker, more virile side of the vintage comes through in the 2009 Proprietary Blend Quella. A dark brooding wine, the 2009 saturates the palate with black cherries, plums, smoke and incense, all in a firm, brooding style that is highly appealing. Vivid and constantly changing in the glass, the Quella impresses for its multi-dimensional personality and potential. Hints of smoke, ash and scorched earth are layered into the powerful, structured finish. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£3,160.78 |
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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 | 100 (JS) |
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£644.88 |
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James Suckling (100)This is really crazy with decadent and opulent aromas of dark fruit and sliced meat. Hints of dried fruit, too. Sexy. Full-bodied with firm and silky tannins that fan out into the wine and deliver a beautiful frame and focus. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
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£551.20 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)More dark fruits, Bing cherry, candied violets, and Asian spice notes emerge from the 2017 Quella, which always has an exotic, complex style. Medium to full-bodied and nicely textured, with some chalky tannins, it’s another terrific 2017 that will benefit from just short-term cellaring and have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
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£1,403.99 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)More dark fruits, Bing cherry, candied violets, and Asian spice notes emerge from the 2017 Quella, which always has an exotic, complex style. Medium to full-bodied and nicely textured, with some chalky tannins, it’s another terrific 2017 that will benefit from just short-term cellaring and have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£1,717.19 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)First made in 2006 and coming from more sandy, coarser soils, the 2018 Quella is incredibly exotic, with red and black fruits, wildflowers, sandalwood, candied violets, and flowery incense notes as well as medium to full body, a layered, ultra-fine, pure mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a great finish. It's incredibly elegant and polished in 2018, with a chalky minerality as well as gorgeous complexity and length. It's another 2018 that has plenty of up-front charm and accessibility yet is going to age gorgeously for 20-30 years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£1,977.59 |
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James Suckling (99)This is so open and perfumed with blackcurrants, stone and conifer. Full-bodied with fine, velvety tannins that spread across the palate in a layered way. Wonderfully polished and powdered. Rather ethereal. Try this after 2027. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,638.00 |
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Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile. The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions. Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,182.00 |
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Relish the exceptional taste of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009. Crafted by renowned winemaker Bob Levy, whose esteemed career includes stints at Harlan Estate and Bond, this vintage lends an exquisite addition to any high-end cellar. Bob Levy's meticulous focus on detail is evident in this reserve, sourced from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, California's top wine region. Each grape is chosen for its distinct epiphany of varietal, matured for perfect complexity. Produced from mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a voluptuous texture underwritten by opulent black fruit, subdued spices, and an ineffable mineral lift. Overflowing with a harmonious balance, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak, imparting a layered richness that lingers on the palate. Savour the mastery of Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2009 - a testament to the tradition of world-class winemaking, captured in a bottle. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£361.00 |
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Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2010 exemplifies the pinnacle of Californian viticulture. Sourced exclusively from meticulously selected estate vineyards in the heart of Napa Valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon undergoes a rigorous vinification process. Hand-harvested grapes are gently fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the fruit's purity and complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers of vanilla and spice while allowing the robust tannins to soften gracefully. The 2010 vintage, celebrated for its optimal growing conditions, presents a deep garnet hue with an aromatic profile of blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle hints of cedar and tobacco. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and refined structure, culminating in a long, elegant finish. This reserve is a testament to Bob Levy's unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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California | 3 | - |
In Bond
£2,488.00 |
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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 | 1 | - |
In Bond
£2,988.00 |
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The assortment case contains: 1x75cl Bond Vecina 2019 – 100 JD |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£562.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2010 Matriarch is quite beautiful in this vintage. Supple and juicy at first, the 2010 has plenty of underlying structure. Rose petals, violets, new leather and a hint of orange peel appear on an exotic, perfumed finish laced with veins if dark red and blue fruits. |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,442.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2015 Matriarch is an absolutely gorgeous second wine from BOND that benefits from the diversity of fruit sources that go into the blend. That is quite obvious when comparing Matriarch to The Maiden, the second wine of Harlan Estate, which draws from a more narrow set of parcels. Ripe red and purplish berry fruit, blood orange, mint and floral notes all grace this exquisitely silky, captivating wine from BOND. The 2015 Matriarch is just gorgeous. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
In Bond
£534.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Moving to the single vineyard releases, the 2016 Melbury is pure perfection in a glass and is the finest vintage of this cuvée I’ve tasted. Awesome notes of cassis, blackcurrants, toasted bread, white flowers, and spice give way to an ethereal, seamless, yet opulent wine that has that rare mix of power and elegance possessed by all truly great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and with building yet perfectly ripe tannins, do your best to give bottles 4-5 years of bottle age. It will evolve effortlessly for 30 years or more. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
£573.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2017 Melbury comes from a vineyard north of Lake Hennessey with more clay soil. It offers more red and blue fruits as well as pretty floral, spice, and mineral nuances. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, beautifully elegant, seamless Cabernet that has silky tannins and no hard edges. All about charm and balance, this is a seriously good 2017 that will evolve gracefully. |
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California | 1 | 97-100 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£1,799.00 |
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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 (WA) |
In Bond
£568.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Pluribus vineyard is situated on Spring Mountain, producing a sometimes broody wine in its youth with tons of latent power and energy waiting to erupt. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Pluribus is a little closed and youthfully mute to begin, slowly unfurling to offer glimpses at baked plums, crushed blackcurrants, boysenberries and redcurrant jelly plus suggestions of charcoal, black olives, Sichuan pepper and bay leaves with a waft of pain grille. Full-bodied, it has a rock-solid frame of very firm, ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the muscular black fruit and savory accents, finishing with phenomenal length and loads of earthy layers. |
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California | 1 | 99 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,550.00 |
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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 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
£848.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The darker, more virile side of the vintage comes through in the 2009 Proprietary Blend Quella. A dark brooding wine, the 2009 saturates the palate with black cherries, plums, smoke and incense, all in a firm, brooding style that is highly appealing. Vivid and constantly changing in the glass, the Quella impresses for its multi-dimensional personality and potential. Hints of smoke, ash and scorched earth are layered into the powerful, structured finish. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
In Bond
£2,614.00 |
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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 | 100 (JS) |
In Bond
£534.00 |
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James Suckling (100)This is really crazy with decadent and opulent aromas of dark fruit and sliced meat. Hints of dried fruit, too. Sexy. Full-bodied with firm and silky tannins that fan out into the wine and deliver a beautiful frame and focus. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
In Bond
£456.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)More dark fruits, Bing cherry, candied violets, and Asian spice notes emerge from the 2017 Quella, which always has an exotic, complex style. Medium to full-bodied and nicely textured, with some chalky tannins, it’s another terrific 2017 that will benefit from just short-term cellaring and have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
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£1,160.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)More dark fruits, Bing cherry, candied violets, and Asian spice notes emerge from the 2017 Quella, which always has an exotic, complex style. Medium to full-bodied and nicely textured, with some chalky tannins, it’s another terrific 2017 that will benefit from just short-term cellaring and have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,421.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)First made in 2006 and coming from more sandy, coarser soils, the 2018 Quella is incredibly exotic, with red and black fruits, wildflowers, sandalwood, candied violets, and flowery incense notes as well as medium to full body, a layered, ultra-fine, pure mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a great finish. It's incredibly elegant and polished in 2018, with a chalky minerality as well as gorgeous complexity and length. It's another 2018 that has plenty of up-front charm and accessibility yet is going to age gorgeously for 20-30 years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£1,638.00 |
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James Suckling (99)This is so open and perfumed with blackcurrants, stone and conifer. Full-bodied with fine, velvety tannins that spread across the palate in a layered way. Wonderfully polished and powdered. Rather ethereal. Try this after 2027. |
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