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Bordeaux | 2 | 96+ (JD) |
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£216.80 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96+)This estate has been on fire of late and that doesn't appear to have changed with the 2018 Château Sansonnet. Revealing a dense purple hue as well as a young, unevolved bouquet of pure crème de cassis, graphite, crushed violets, bouquet garni, chocolate, and distinct chalky minerality, it delivers remarkable purity, full-bodied richness, silky tannins, and flawless balance. A wine that builds slowly with time in the glass, offering a beautiful mix of richness, elegance, and length, it's as good, if not even better than the 2016. Don't miss it! |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 91-92 (JS) |
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£363.67 |
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James Suckling (91-92)A juicy and fresh red with dark berries and hints of chocolate. Medium to full body, firm and juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Delicious already. |
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Bordeaux | 13 | - |
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£172.01 |
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In the world of exquisite wines, the Secret Ribebon 2018 embodies sophistication. An extraordinary vino derived from the sun-kissed vineyards of Ribera del Duero in Spain, this wine fascinates the palate with its opulent expression of rich fruit balanced by an elegant overlay of warm spice. Produced meticulously by Bodegas Secret, renowned for their commitment to exquisite craftsmanship, Secret Ribebon's exceptional vintages result from thorough selection processes and meticulous vinification practices. The Secret Ribebon 2018 was carefully matured in French oak barrels for fifteen months, infusing the wine with an alluring hint of vanilla. The complex bouquet showcases layers of ripe black fruits and violet shades. This fine wine, with its full-bodied structure and velvety finish, swirls with delightful nuances of dark cherry, plum, and mocha, rendering it a harmonious canvas of flavours. The Secret Ribebon 2018 is truly a seductive spectacle of tasteful potency and timeless sophistication. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
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£162.83 |
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James Suckling (92-93)The purity of the fruit is very pretty with so much blueberry and blackcurrant character. Medium-to full-bodied. Both the acidity and the tannins are bright and fresh. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
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£112.18 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2018 Sergant, which impressed from barrel, has a captivating bouquet of precise black cherry, wild strawberry and rose petal aromas that waft from the glass. The palate is well balanced with fine-grained tannins, a silky-smooth texture and beautifully integrated oak toward the finish. This is a top-quality Lalande de Pomerol, a bit of a hidden gem. Go seek! |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£1,007.95 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£531.38 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£1,004.57 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£518.38 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£238.46 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2018 Les Hauts de Smith is a powerhouse. I recall a much more open-knit wine from en primeur, but the bottled 2018 packs a serious punch. Inky dark fruit, chocolate, cloves, gravel and licorice give the 2018 a distinctly brooding feel. Les Hauts is conceived as a restaurant wine, but the 2018 is far from an easygoing example. There is plenty of depth, power and structure. A burst of dark red fruit laced with floral overtones punctuates the finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£434.35 |
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James Suckling (94-95)There is fantastic purity of black fruit with blackberries and ripe raspberries. Floral and bright. Full-bodied, compact palate with super polished tannins. Really fantastic. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 97-98 (JS) |
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£363.12 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This has lots of concentration and mushroom and spice character. Plenty of botrytis. Dense and flavorful finish. Big wine for the vintage. Five hectoliters a hectare and half went into the second wine. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£736.75 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£294.98 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£608.57 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£378.58 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92+ (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£149.29 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (92+)The 2018 Tauzinat l’Hermitage has quite a refined and harmonious bouquet of blackberry, boysenberry, melted tar and light incense aromas. I appreciate the way it unfolds. The palate is medium-bodied with supple yet quite firm tannins, but what I really love about this is the cashmere finish that has a spring in its step. Excellent. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£92.93 |
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Tertre de la Mouleyre 2018 epitomises the finesse and tradition of Bordeaux winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed appellation of Saint-Émilion, this vintage showcases meticulously selected Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes harvested from organically managed vineyards. The terroir, characterized by limestone-rich soils and optimal microclimate, imparts a distinctive elegance and depth to the wine. Under the expert guidance of the renowned Maison de la Mouleyre, fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels, ensuring a harmonious integration of flavours. The Tertre de la Mouleyre 2018 reveals a deep ruby colour, with aromas of black cherry, plum, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, it offers a balanced structure, silky tannins, and a lingering finish, making it a quintessential choice for connoisseurs seeking both complexity and refinement. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£1,465.61 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Tertre Roteboeuf is another powerful, opulent wine from this estate that reminds me a little of the 2005 with its density and tannic structure. Cassis, graphite, black raspberries, and tons of classy oak all emerge from this full-bodied beauty that has tons of fruit and texture, a stacked mid-palate, and a big finish. It’s a massive, sumptuous, and lavishly oaked and fruited wine that’s going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for 25-30 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
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£533.74 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Tertre Roteboeuf is another powerful, opulent wine from this estate that reminds me a little of the 2005 with its density and tannic structure. Cassis, graphite, black raspberries, and tons of classy oak all emerge from this full-bodied beauty that has tons of fruit and texture, a stacked mid-palate, and a big finish. It’s a massive, sumptuous, and lavishly oaked and fruited wine that’s going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for 25-30 years. |
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Bordeaux | 8 | 89-91 (WA) |
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£222.41 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91). |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 96+ (JD) |
In Bond
£160.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96+)This estate has been on fire of late and that doesn't appear to have changed with the 2018 Château Sansonnet. Revealing a dense purple hue as well as a young, unevolved bouquet of pure crème de cassis, graphite, crushed violets, bouquet garni, chocolate, and distinct chalky minerality, it delivers remarkable purity, full-bodied richness, silky tannins, and flawless balance. A wine that builds slowly with time in the glass, offering a beautiful mix of richness, elegance, and length, it's as good, if not even better than the 2016. Don't miss it! |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 91-92 (JS) |
In Bond
£271.00 |
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James Suckling (91-92)A juicy and fresh red with dark berries and hints of chocolate. Medium to full body, firm and juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Delicious already. |
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Bordeaux | 13 | - |
In Bond
£102.00 |
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In the world of exquisite wines, the Secret Ribebon 2018 embodies sophistication. An extraordinary vino derived from the sun-kissed vineyards of Ribera del Duero in Spain, this wine fascinates the palate with its opulent expression of rich fruit balanced by an elegant overlay of warm spice. Produced meticulously by Bodegas Secret, renowned for their commitment to exquisite craftsmanship, Secret Ribebon's exceptional vintages result from thorough selection processes and meticulous vinification practices. The Secret Ribebon 2018 was carefully matured in French oak barrels for fifteen months, infusing the wine with an alluring hint of vanilla. The complex bouquet showcases layers of ripe black fruits and violet shades. This fine wine, with its full-bodied structure and velvety finish, swirls with delightful nuances of dark cherry, plum, and mocha, rendering it a harmonious canvas of flavours. The Secret Ribebon 2018 is truly a seductive spectacle of tasteful potency and timeless sophistication. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£125.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)The purity of the fruit is very pretty with so much blueberry and blackcurrant character. Medium-to full-bodied. Both the acidity and the tannins are bright and fresh. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£73.50 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2018 Sergant, which impressed from barrel, has a captivating bouquet of precise black cherry, wild strawberry and rose petal aromas that waft from the glass. The palate is well balanced with fine-grained tannins, a silky-smooth texture and beautifully integrated oak toward the finish. This is a top-quality Lalande de Pomerol, a bit of a hidden gem. Go seek! |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£800.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£429.50 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£810.50 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
In Bond
£412.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The 2018 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is based on 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all of which was brought up in 60% new French oak. Its dense purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, blueberries, camphor, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco. It's young and unevolved, yet the purity is off the charts, and it slowly gives up more spice and floral notes with time in the glass. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it's an incredibly concentrated, powerful wine that has plenty of baby fat covering serious amounts of underlying structure and tannins. It has some up-front appeal from an educational standpoint, yet really needs a decade of bottle age and is going to keep for 30-40 years in cold cellars. It comes closest in my mind to a mix of the 2010 and 2016. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£181.50 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2018 Les Hauts de Smith is a powerhouse. I recall a much more open-knit wine from en primeur, but the bottled 2018 packs a serious punch. Inky dark fruit, chocolate, cloves, gravel and licorice give the 2018 a distinctly brooding feel. Les Hauts is conceived as a restaurant wine, but the 2018 is far from an easygoing example. There is plenty of depth, power and structure. A burst of dark red fruit laced with floral overtones punctuates the finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£322.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)There is fantastic purity of black fruit with blackberries and ripe raspberries. Floral and bright. Full-bodied, compact palate with super polished tannins. Really fantastic. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£284.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)This has lots of concentration and mushroom and spice character. Plenty of botrytis. Dense and flavorful finish. Big wine for the vintage. Five hectoliters a hectare and half went into the second wine. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£574.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£232.50 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£480.50 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£295.50 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very attractive core of pretty fruit and polished yet chewy tannins. Medium to full body, integrated tannins and a driven finish. One of the best Talbots in a long time. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92+ (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£106.50 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (92+)The 2018 Tauzinat l’Hermitage has quite a refined and harmonious bouquet of blackberry, boysenberry, melted tar and light incense aromas. I appreciate the way it unfolds. The palate is medium-bodied with supple yet quite firm tannins, but what I really love about this is the cashmere finish that has a spring in its step. Excellent. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£74.00 |
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Tertre de la Mouleyre 2018 epitomises the finesse and tradition of Bordeaux winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed appellation of Saint-Émilion, this vintage showcases meticulously selected Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes harvested from organically managed vineyards. The terroir, characterized by limestone-rich soils and optimal microclimate, imparts a distinctive elegance and depth to the wine. Under the expert guidance of the renowned Maison de la Mouleyre, fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels, ensuring a harmonious integration of flavours. The Tertre de la Mouleyre 2018 reveals a deep ruby colour, with aromas of black cherry, plum, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, it offers a balanced structure, silky tannins, and a lingering finish, making it a quintessential choice for connoisseurs seeking both complexity and refinement. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,180.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Tertre Roteboeuf is another powerful, opulent wine from this estate that reminds me a little of the 2005 with its density and tannic structure. Cassis, graphite, black raspberries, and tons of classy oak all emerge from this full-bodied beauty that has tons of fruit and texture, a stacked mid-palate, and a big finish. It’s a massive, sumptuous, and lavishly oaked and fruited wine that’s going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for 25-30 years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-99 (JD) |
In Bond
£431.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97-99)The 2018 Tertre Roteboeuf is another powerful, opulent wine from this estate that reminds me a little of the 2005 with its density and tannic structure. Cassis, graphite, black raspberries, and tons of classy oak all emerge from this full-bodied beauty that has tons of fruit and texture, a stacked mid-palate, and a big finish. It’s a massive, sumptuous, and lavishly oaked and fruited wine that’s going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for 25-30 years. |
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Bordeaux | 8 | 89-91 (WA) |
In Bond
£144.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91). |
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