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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£1,191.47 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,012.67 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,576.83 |
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Sine Qua Non Patine Collector Case 2011 contains: 3x75cl Sine Qua Non Grenache Patine 2011 97 points | Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck)
3x75cl Sine Qua Non Syrah Patine 2011 98 points | Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck)
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,694.02 |
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The collection case contains: - Sine Qua Non "Ratsel" 2016 (1x150cl) - 100 (JD) | 99 (WA) - Sine Qua Non "Dirt Vernacular" 2016 (1x150cl) - 100 (JD) | 98+ (WA) Sine Que Non "Ratsel" 2016 is, in the words of Dunnuck, "pure perfection in Syrah". A truly majestic grape which is often wrongly overlooked in favour of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Syrah can achieve things the others simply cannot, especially in the hands of those who have completely mastered it - Ratsel is massively concentrated and intense but retains a savoury edge to just season the layers-upon-layers of fruit, keeping this wine almost addictive. Perfectly balanced with ultra-fine tannins, its finish is seemingly endless yet utterly weightless. Whilst "Dirt Vernacular" is technically a blend, close to 80% of this wine is Grenache and it is this slightly more niche grape that really sings throughout the cuvee. Describing it as "straight-up heavenly stuff that tops out on my scale this year", Dunnuck once again found perfection in a 2016 Rhone varietal from Sine Qua Non. Grenache of this caliber is formidably structured yet exquisitely layered. The aromas of kirsch, berries, dark fruits, graphite, granite and fresh herbs never overwhelm, but rather introduce themselves with confidence and authority. The Krankls signature ability to combine power with elegance is yet again felt in this wine - one of the greatest Grenache-based wines ever made in California. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£3,024.61 |
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California | 2 | - |
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£3,228.92 |
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California | 2 | - |
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£2,057.74 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£4,770.80 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£3,219.34 |
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California | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£5,354.81 |
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Vinous (95)The 2009 Syrah The Thrill Of... impresses for its poise and underlying energy. Dark fruit, spices, licorice and violets sit on a core of firm tannin as this powerful wine opens up in the glass. Today, The Thrill Of...comes across as very, very young. The intensity of the fruit and the oak are dominant today. In another few years the wine should be spectacular. The Thrill of is 90% Syrah, 6% Grenache and 4% Viognier, all destemmed and mostly from estate owned vineyards. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£1,560.92 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Checking in as 82% Syrah, 6.7% Mourvèdre, and the rest Petite Sirah and Grenache, the 2018 Syrah Ziehharmonika was largely destemmed and brought up in 51% new French oak. Gorgeous crème de cassis, smoked game, bacon fat, and spring flower notes all soar from the glass of this beauty, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ripe, building tannins, and a rare mix of richness and freshness. Unquestionably made in a more restrained, elegant style compared to a decade ago, it nevertheless is flawlessly balanced, has awesome tannins, and is just another magical wine from this address that's going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£2,679.19 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Checking in as 82% Syrah, 6.7% Mourvèdre, and the rest Petite Sirah and Grenache, the 2018 Syrah Ziehharmonika was largely destemmed and brought up in 51% new French oak. Gorgeous crème de cassis, smoked game, bacon fat, and spring flower notes all soar from the glass of this beauty, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ripe, building tannins, and a rare mix of richness and freshness. Unquestionably made in a more restrained, elegant style compared to a decade ago, it nevertheless is flawlessly balanced, has awesome tannins, and is just another magical wine from this address that's going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£2,196.73 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The prodigious 2013 Proprietary Red is a perfect, magical wine that brings to mind a great vintage of Chateau Latour with its massive, backward style. Dense plum/purple-colored, with powerful notes of crushed rocks, unsmoked tobacco, lead pencil, and blackcurrants, it is a magically opulent, pure wine that has a stacked mid-palate as well as flawless balance, giving it a rare mix of both power and elegance. The finish lasts for nearly a minute, and despite being relatively approachable today, it’s going to benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and cruise in cool cellars for 25-30 years. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£1,672.80 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2014 Proprietary Red needs a little coaxing to reveal slowly unfurling notions of warm black cherries, mulberries, redcurrants and blackberry compote with touches of licorice, tapenade, chargrill and scorched earth. Full-bodied, firm, grainy and packed with layers of black fruits and savory flavors, it has a firm, grainy backbone of very ripe tannins and tons of vivacity, finishing very long. |
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California | 10 | 99 (JD) |
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£1,657.14 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Moving to the grand vin, the 2016 Proprietary Red is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Tasting like a mix of the 2013 and 2014 with its incredible elegance and power, it reveals a deep purple hue as well as extraordinary notes of crème de cassis, crushed violets, lead pencil, and unsmoked tobacco. Ethereally textured, seamless, and full-bodied, it builds incrementally on the palate and is a monster of a wine that somehow stays light, graceful and elegant. It should hit maturity after a decade of cellaring and be a 40- to 50-year wine. |
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California | 2 | 98 (JS) |
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£1,132.16 |
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James Suckling (98)Wonderful aromas of blueberries, blackberries, mushrooms, pine and blackcurrants. Some violets, too. Full-bodied, yet so refined and polished with wonderful fruit and a linear tannin structure that integrates beautifully into the wine. It’s so balanced and beautiful. Hard not to drink now, but better after 2023. |
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California | 2 | 100 (VN) |
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£2,223.13 |
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Vinous (100)The 2018 Sloan is a flat out stunner. Rich, dramatic and full-bodied, with striking energy, the 2018 is viscerally thrilling right out of the gate. Black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice and gravel all build as this towering, statuesque Cabernet shows off its pedigree. The 2018 is simply magical, and just as breathtaking from bottle as it was as a barrel sample last year. It is the very finest Sloan I have ever tasted. I can't wait to see how it ages. |
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California | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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£3,340.87 |
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Vinous (95)Snowden's Cabernet Sauvignon The Brothers has all the balance and harmony that defines the wines here in this vintage. Vivid, nuanced and deeply expressive, the 2014 presents a beguiling interplay of expressive aromatics and rich fruit, with beams of supporting tannin that shape the wine. Hints of tobacco and savory herbs add to the wine's considerable personality. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£104.93 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard offers lovely breadth in the mid-weight style of the year. Crushed rose petal, dried herbs, mint, sage and a kick of whole cluster savoriness give the 2018 terrific aromatic depth that continues to build with time in the glass. Pliant and forward, the Solomon Hills Pinot has much to offer. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£104.93 |
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The Spear Sta. Rita Hills Estate Grown Pinot Noir 2019 epitomises the elegance and complexity characteristic of this esteemed varietal. Cultivated in the pristine terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills, California, this Pinot Noir benefits from the region’s cool maritime climate and limestone-rich soils, which impart a distinct minerality and vibrant acidity. Hand-harvested grapes are meticulously sorted before undergoing fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve their delicate aromatics. The wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, allowing subtle integration of vanilla and spice nuances without overpowering the fruit-forward profile. Produced by Spear Wines, renowned for their commitment to sustainable viticulture and artisanal winemaking, the 2019 vintage showcases layers of red cherry, raspberry, and hints of earthy undertones, culminating in a silky finish. This exceptional Pinot Noir is a testament to Spear’s dedication to quality and the unique expression of the Sta. Rita Hills estate. |
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California | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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£898.96 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red with a hint of brown. Evolved, balsamic aromas of currant, black tea and coffee grounds. Still some fruit left, as well as a brown sugar sweetness, with strong juicy acidity and firm tannins keeping the wine alive. |
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California | 2 | 100 (WA) |
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£1,350.52 |
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Wine Advocate (100)My favorite in the blind-tasted lineup extending from 2010 through 2020 was the opulent yet concentrated and impeccably structured 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts classic scents of cherries and cassis on the nose, with touches of vanilla and wood spice adding nuance on the medium to full-bodied palate. Imbued with tremendous intensity, the supple tannins and ripe acids necessary for aging and a long, complex finish, this wine truly has it all. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£986.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£837.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,126.00 |
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Sine Qua Non Patine Collector Case 2011 contains: 3x75cl Sine Qua Non Grenache Patine 2011 97 points | Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck)
3x75cl Sine Qua Non Syrah Patine 2011 98 points | Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck)
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,398.00 |
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The collection case contains: - Sine Qua Non "Ratsel" 2016 (1x150cl) - 100 (JD) | 99 (WA) - Sine Qua Non "Dirt Vernacular" 2016 (1x150cl) - 100 (JD) | 98+ (WA) Sine Que Non "Ratsel" 2016 is, in the words of Dunnuck, "pure perfection in Syrah". A truly majestic grape which is often wrongly overlooked in favour of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Syrah can achieve things the others simply cannot, especially in the hands of those who have completely mastered it - Ratsel is massively concentrated and intense but retains a savoury edge to just season the layers-upon-layers of fruit, keeping this wine almost addictive. Perfectly balanced with ultra-fine tannins, its finish is seemingly endless yet utterly weightless. Whilst "Dirt Vernacular" is technically a blend, close to 80% of this wine is Grenache and it is this slightly more niche grape that really sings throughout the cuvee. Describing it as "straight-up heavenly stuff that tops out on my scale this year", Dunnuck once again found perfection in a 2016 Rhone varietal from Sine Qua Non. Grenache of this caliber is formidably structured yet exquisitely layered. The aromas of kirsch, berries, dark fruits, graphite, granite and fresh herbs never overwhelm, but rather introduce themselves with confidence and authority. The Krankls signature ability to combine power with elegance is yet again felt in this wine - one of the greatest Grenache-based wines ever made in California. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£2,506.00 |
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California | 2 | - |
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£2,669.00 |
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California | 2 | - |
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£1,701.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£3,955.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,669.00 |
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California | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
£4,421.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2009 Syrah The Thrill Of... impresses for its poise and underlying energy. Dark fruit, spices, licorice and violets sit on a core of firm tannin as this powerful wine opens up in the glass. Today, The Thrill Of...comes across as very, very young. The intensity of the fruit and the oak are dominant today. In another few years the wine should be spectacular. The Thrill of is 90% Syrah, 6% Grenache and 4% Viognier, all destemmed and mostly from estate owned vineyards. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,279.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Checking in as 82% Syrah, 6.7% Mourvèdre, and the rest Petite Sirah and Grenache, the 2018 Syrah Ziehharmonika was largely destemmed and brought up in 51% new French oak. Gorgeous crème de cassis, smoked game, bacon fat, and spring flower notes all soar from the glass of this beauty, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ripe, building tannins, and a rare mix of richness and freshness. Unquestionably made in a more restrained, elegant style compared to a decade ago, it nevertheless is flawlessly balanced, has awesome tannins, and is just another magical wine from this address that's going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£2,200.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Checking in as 82% Syrah, 6.7% Mourvèdre, and the rest Petite Sirah and Grenache, the 2018 Syrah Ziehharmonika was largely destemmed and brought up in 51% new French oak. Gorgeous crème de cassis, smoked game, bacon fat, and spring flower notes all soar from the glass of this beauty, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ripe, building tannins, and a rare mix of richness and freshness. Unquestionably made in a more restrained, elegant style compared to a decade ago, it nevertheless is flawlessly balanced, has awesome tannins, and is just another magical wine from this address that's going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,820.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The prodigious 2013 Proprietary Red is a perfect, magical wine that brings to mind a great vintage of Chateau Latour with its massive, backward style. Dense plum/purple-colored, with powerful notes of crushed rocks, unsmoked tobacco, lead pencil, and blackcurrants, it is a magically opulent, pure wine that has a stacked mid-palate as well as flawless balance, giving it a rare mix of both power and elegance. The finish lasts for nearly a minute, and despite being relatively approachable today, it’s going to benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and cruise in cool cellars for 25-30 years. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£1,672.80 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2014 Proprietary Red needs a little coaxing to reveal slowly unfurling notions of warm black cherries, mulberries, redcurrants and blackberry compote with touches of licorice, tapenade, chargrill and scorched earth. Full-bodied, firm, grainy and packed with layers of black fruits and savory flavors, it has a firm, grainy backbone of very ripe tannins and tons of vivacity, finishing very long. |
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California | 10 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,370.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Moving to the grand vin, the 2016 Proprietary Red is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Tasting like a mix of the 2013 and 2014 with its incredible elegance and power, it reveals a deep purple hue as well as extraordinary notes of crème de cassis, crushed violets, lead pencil, and unsmoked tobacco. Ethereally textured, seamless, and full-bodied, it builds incrementally on the palate and is a monster of a wine that somehow stays light, graceful and elegant. It should hit maturity after a decade of cellaring and be a 40- to 50-year wine. |
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California | 2 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
£933.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Wonderful aromas of blueberries, blackberries, mushrooms, pine and blackcurrants. Some violets, too. Full-bodied, yet so refined and polished with wonderful fruit and a linear tannin structure that integrates beautifully into the wine. It’s so balanced and beautiful. Hard not to drink now, but better after 2023. |
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California | 2 | 100 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,842.00 |
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Vinous (100)The 2018 Sloan is a flat out stunner. Rich, dramatic and full-bodied, with striking energy, the 2018 is viscerally thrilling right out of the gate. Black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice and gravel all build as this towering, statuesque Cabernet shows off its pedigree. The 2018 is simply magical, and just as breathtaking from bottle as it was as a barrel sample last year. It is the very finest Sloan I have ever tasted. I can't wait to see how it ages. |
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California | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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£2,743.00 |
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Vinous (95)Snowden's Cabernet Sauvignon The Brothers has all the balance and harmony that defines the wines here in this vintage. Vivid, nuanced and deeply expressive, the 2014 presents a beguiling interplay of expressive aromatics and rich fruit, with beams of supporting tannin that shape the wine. Hints of tobacco and savory herbs add to the wine's considerable personality. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£84.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard offers lovely breadth in the mid-weight style of the year. Crushed rose petal, dried herbs, mint, sage and a kick of whole cluster savoriness give the 2018 terrific aromatic depth that continues to build with time in the glass. Pliant and forward, the Solomon Hills Pinot has much to offer. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£84.00 |
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The Spear Sta. Rita Hills Estate Grown Pinot Noir 2019 epitomises the elegance and complexity characteristic of this esteemed varietal. Cultivated in the pristine terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills, California, this Pinot Noir benefits from the region’s cool maritime climate and limestone-rich soils, which impart a distinct minerality and vibrant acidity. Hand-harvested grapes are meticulously sorted before undergoing fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve their delicate aromatics. The wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, allowing subtle integration of vanilla and spice nuances without overpowering the fruit-forward profile. Produced by Spear Wines, renowned for their commitment to sustainable viticulture and artisanal winemaking, the 2019 vintage showcases layers of red cherry, raspberry, and hints of earthy undertones, culminating in a silky finish. This exceptional Pinot Noir is a testament to Spear’s dedication to quality and the unique expression of the Sta. Rita Hills estate. |
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California | 1 | 89 (VN) |
In Bond
£737.00 |
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Vinous (89)Medium red with a hint of brown. Evolved, balsamic aromas of currant, black tea and coffee grounds. Still some fruit left, as well as a brown sugar sweetness, with strong juicy acidity and firm tannins keeping the wine alive. |
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California | 2 | 100 (WA) |
In Bond
£1,106.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)My favorite in the blind-tasted lineup extending from 2010 through 2020 was the opulent yet concentrated and impeccably structured 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts classic scents of cherries and cassis on the nose, with touches of vanilla and wood spice adding nuance on the medium to full-bodied palate. Imbued with tremendous intensity, the supple tannins and ripe acids necessary for aging and a long, complex finish, this wine truly has it all. |
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