Americas
The North American wine producing reputation can largely be attributed to the global fame and success of Napa Valley and Sonoma County in the United States. Although technically ‘new world’, its wines have the same devoted fan base (and often first-growth prices) as many classic European wines. Free from the shackles of European winemaking law, one can find a variety of cooler climate Cabs, Merlots, Pinots, Chardonnays and Rieslings that will entice all wine lovers.
South America is an exciting new melting pot of styles and flavours with a range of soils types and altitudes – taking international varietals and finishing with French winemaking techniques, or in the case of Argentinian Malbec, adopting a largely unloved grape and making it their own.
Americas
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£632.20 |
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Vinous (93)(an 85/15 blend of sauvignon blanc and semillon): Bright, green-tinged yellow. Lovely perfume combines pungent lime skin, stone fruits, lemon drop and essential oils. Dense, sappy and opulent yet somehow weightless, conveying a powerful impression of energy to the flavors of nectarine, lime oil and honey. The semillon contributes roundness. Finishes sexy and long, in need of a year or so in bottle to develop more complexity. Always a splendid blend. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,831.38 |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£624.49 |
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California | 1 | 99 (WI) |
Inc. VAT
£611.09 |
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The Wine Independent (99)The 2021 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard needs quite a bit of coaxing to unlock notes of ripe yellow apples, grapefruit oil, orange peel, and juicy peaches, leading to wafts of wet slate, shaved ginger, and almond croissant. The medium-bodied palate has super-charged intensity, delivering layer upon layer of citrus, stone fruit, and mineral flavors with a silky texture and laser-precise acidity, finishing with incredible length and so many citrus and mineral sparks. This is phenomenal Chardonnay! These Hyde Vineyard vines were planted in 1986. "Hyde were the first to do custom growing and they do it so well," commented DuMOL's winemaker, Andy Smith. "The shoot growth in 2021 was very low and the yields were down from a typical 21 barrels to 17 barrels. But I believe this is the best quality is the best they've ever had from here." I agree. For number crunchers, the pH is 3.38, and ABV is 13.7%. |
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California | 1 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,468.18 |
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Vinous (91)The 2017 Chardonnay Le Debut Hyde Vineyard is a very pretty, open-knit wine loaded with class and personality. Light tropical notes of pineapple and passion fruit complement lemon confit, white flowers and mint in this silky, supple Chardonnay. The Debut is the domaine's young-vine Chardonnay, from vines planted in 2010 with Calera clone. About 75% of the wine was aged in neutral oak and 25% in concrete egg. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,298.47 |
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Vinous (92)The 2016 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard is a very pretty wine. Gentle apricot, tangerine, spice, dried flowers and mint are all woven together. Although quite subtle, the 2016 has plenty of structure, it is just expressed in an understated manner. There is so much to admire in this pristine Chardonnay from Hyde De Villaine. Silky and polished, the 2016 will drink well upon release. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,621.27 |
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James Suckling (95)A very fresh and vivid pinot with so much raspberry and blue fruit character. Stone and cement undertones. Blood oranges and sea shell, too. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a long, flavorful finish. A structured and flavorful red. Needs two or three years to come together. |
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California | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£2,023.27 |
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James Suckling (95-96)A very solid red offering dried-strawberry, violet and cedar aromas and flavors with hints of oak. Full-bodied, firm and chewy with fantastic length and complexity. Great potential. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£516.29 |
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Perceive exquisite excellence with Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017. An outstanding American white wine from Patz & Hall, one of Californian's esteemed boutique wine producers, this Chardonnay encapsulates a stunning medley of enticing flavours. Radiantly golden in colour, it displays bewitching notes of lemon meringue, green apple, and tropical pineapple, elegantly threaded with hints of toasty oak and spice. From the revered Hyde Vineyards in the cooler farmsteads of Carneros region, this wine undergoes careful selection, fermenting 100% indigenous yeasts while maturing in the finest quality French Oak barrels. Its persistent depth exhibits Patz & Hall's superior winemaking techniques. Complex yet balanced, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 accentuates the vineyard's unique character, demonstrating extraordinary harmony between power and elegance. Enjoy the refined nuance of this spectacular Chardonnay. Remarkably, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 sets a pinnacle for New World white wines. |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£817.78 |
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The Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017, an exquisite example of masterful winemaking, hails from the cool climate of Sonoma County, California. This illustrious wine is a creation of the Schug Carneros Estate, a family operation helmed by the late Walter Schug, a vintner of significant repute. The Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017 boasts a radiant ruby colour symbolising its divine crafting process, where carefully hand-selected, sustainably-grown grapes are gently cold soaked, followed by fermentation in stainless steel. Maturing for ten months in French oak barrels, it develops a complex profile, balancing indulgent, dark fruit notes with hints of spice and savoury earthiness. With soft, sophisticated texture and a lasting finish, this Pinot Noir is truly a premier product of its terroir. Let the radiant expression of Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017 indulge your senses with a symphony of delicate, layered flavours. |
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California | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£530.66 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)I've always loved the Chardonnay from this team, and their 2019 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch has that classic richer, full-bodied style while staying balanced and light on its feet. Buttered lemons, tangerines, green almond, and toasty notes all make an appearance, and it's incredibly textured, with nicely integrated acidity and one heck of a finish. This powerful Chardonnay is going to impress right out of the gate. |
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California | 28 | - |
Inc. VAT
£756.58 |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£514.00 |
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Vinous (93)(an 85/15 blend of sauvignon blanc and semillon): Bright, green-tinged yellow. Lovely perfume combines pungent lime skin, stone fruits, lemon drop and essential oils. Dense, sappy and opulent yet somehow weightless, conveying a powerful impression of energy to the flavors of nectarine, lime oil and honey. The semillon contributes roundness. Finishes sexy and long, in need of a year or so in bottle to develop more complexity. Always a splendid blend. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£2,321.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£514.00 |
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California | 1 | 99 (WI) |
In Bond
£490.00 |
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The Wine Independent (99)The 2021 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard needs quite a bit of coaxing to unlock notes of ripe yellow apples, grapefruit oil, orange peel, and juicy peaches, leading to wafts of wet slate, shaved ginger, and almond croissant. The medium-bodied palate has super-charged intensity, delivering layer upon layer of citrus, stone fruit, and mineral flavors with a silky texture and laser-precise acidity, finishing with incredible length and so many citrus and mineral sparks. This is phenomenal Chardonnay! These Hyde Vineyard vines were planted in 1986. "Hyde were the first to do custom growing and they do it so well," commented DuMOL's winemaker, Andy Smith. "The shoot growth in 2021 was very low and the yields were down from a typical 21 barrels to 17 barrels. But I believe this is the best quality is the best they've ever had from here." I agree. For number crunchers, the pH is 3.38, and ABV is 13.7%. |
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California | 1 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,185.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2017 Chardonnay Le Debut Hyde Vineyard is a very pretty, open-knit wine loaded with class and personality. Light tropical notes of pineapple and passion fruit complement lemon confit, white flowers and mint in this silky, supple Chardonnay. The Debut is the domaine's young-vine Chardonnay, from vines planted in 2010 with Calera clone. About 75% of the wine was aged in neutral oak and 25% in concrete egg. |
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California | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,050.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2016 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard is a very pretty wine. Gentle apricot, tangerine, spice, dried flowers and mint are all woven together. Although quite subtle, the 2016 has plenty of structure, it is just expressed in an understated manner. There is so much to admire in this pristine Chardonnay from Hyde De Villaine. Silky and polished, the 2016 will drink well upon release. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,319.00 |
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James Suckling (95)A very fresh and vivid pinot with so much raspberry and blue fruit character. Stone and cement undertones. Blood oranges and sea shell, too. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a long, flavorful finish. A structured and flavorful red. Needs two or three years to come together. |
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California | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,654.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)A very solid red offering dried-strawberry, violet and cedar aromas and flavors with hints of oak. Full-bodied, firm and chewy with fantastic length and complexity. Great potential. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£411.00 |
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Perceive exquisite excellence with Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017. An outstanding American white wine from Patz & Hall, one of Californian's esteemed boutique wine producers, this Chardonnay encapsulates a stunning medley of enticing flavours. Radiantly golden in colour, it displays bewitching notes of lemon meringue, green apple, and tropical pineapple, elegantly threaded with hints of toasty oak and spice. From the revered Hyde Vineyards in the cooler farmsteads of Carneros region, this wine undergoes careful selection, fermenting 100% indigenous yeasts while maturing in the finest quality French Oak barrels. Its persistent depth exhibits Patz & Hall's superior winemaking techniques. Complex yet balanced, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 accentuates the vineyard's unique character, demonstrating extraordinary harmony between power and elegance. Enjoy the refined nuance of this spectacular Chardonnay. Remarkably, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 sets a pinnacle for New World white wines. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
£643.00 |
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The Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017, an exquisite example of masterful winemaking, hails from the cool climate of Sonoma County, California. This illustrious wine is a creation of the Schug Carneros Estate, a family operation helmed by the late Walter Schug, a vintner of significant repute. The Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017 boasts a radiant ruby colour symbolising its divine crafting process, where carefully hand-selected, sustainably-grown grapes are gently cold soaked, followed by fermentation in stainless steel. Maturing for ten months in French oak barrels, it develops a complex profile, balancing indulgent, dark fruit notes with hints of spice and savoury earthiness. With soft, sophisticated texture and a lasting finish, this Pinot Noir is truly a premier product of its terroir. Let the radiant expression of Schug Los Carneros Pinot Noir 2017 indulge your senses with a symphony of delicate, layered flavours. |
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California | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
In Bond
£404.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)I've always loved the Chardonnay from this team, and their 2019 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch has that classic richer, full-bodied style while staying balanced and light on its feet. Buttered lemons, tangerines, green almond, and toasty notes all make an appearance, and it's incredibly textured, with nicely integrated acidity and one heck of a finish. This powerful Chardonnay is going to impress right out of the gate. |
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California | 28 | - |
In Bond
£592.00 |
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