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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
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£121.46 |
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Vinous (93-94)An expansive bouquet evokes ripe black/blue fruits, potpourri and olive paste, and a mineral flourish lends vivacity. Shows impressive depth and energy on the palate, offering sharply focused blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and candied violet flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Shows an appealingly light touch for its heft, and finishes on a gently tannic note, displaying fine delineation and firm mineral thrust. 70% whole clusters; raised in demi-muids, most of them neutral. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
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£243.95 |
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Vinous (93-94)An expansive bouquet evokes ripe black/blue fruits, potpourri and olive paste, and a mineral flourish lends vivacity. Shows impressive depth and energy on the palate, offering sharply focused blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and candied violet flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Shows an appealingly light touch for its heft, and finishes on a gently tannic note, displaying fine delineation and firm mineral thrust. 70% whole clusters; raised in demi-muids, most of them neutral. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£273.20 |
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Vinous (94)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, licorice, smoked meat, potpourri and black pepper. Offers densely packed cassis, bitter cherry and candied violet flavors that show fine definition and are braced by an undercurrent of juicy acidity. The licorice, cassis and floral notes repeat on a long, spice- and mineral-accented finish that features youthfully chewy tannins and a hint of bitter chocolate. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£286.40 |
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Vinous (92-94)Deep, lurid violet color. High-pitched red and blue fruit, floral and baking spice scents, along with deeper suggestions of olive and dark chocolate. In a bright, nervy style, showing fine clarity and spicy lift to its bitter cherry, blueberry and allspice flavors. Closes long and precise, with the red fruit and floral notes repeating. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£279.49 |
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For the true aficionados amongst us, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 offers a sublime journey in a glass. Crafted in the esteemed Côte Rôtie region of northern Rhône, France, this red wine epitomises the family-run Levet estate's dedication to traditional winemaking. Famed for their organic viticulture and the employment of century-old vines, Levet nurtures clusters of Syrah and Viognier grapes in the steep, hard-granite Ampuis vineyards. Aged for 36 months in oak barrels, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 embodies the true resonance of its terroir. Sip the wine to discover the distinctive peppery accent of Syrah, married harmoniously with the succulent, floral tones of Viognier. Revel in the intensity of dark fruit aromas and a velvety finish. Indubitably, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 invites the discerning palate to appreciate a masterstroke of French winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£108.26 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a fine epitome of a perfectly crafted French red wine. Harvested from ancient Cote Rotie vineyards in the Rhone Valley, this variety stands out with its exceptional depth and complexity. Master winemaker Bernard Levet, renowned for his traditional vine-craft, does no less with this syrah grape vintage. Grown on steep shale slopes, the fruit and wine mature thoroughly, in old-oak barrels, for no less than three years. This is how it acquires its rich, robust texture and soft velvety finish. Striking for its aromatic blend of black fruit and spices, with mocca and herb traces, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a testimony to the art of fine winemaking. Full-bodied, it has a lasting finish that subtly enthrals the palate. A much-prized collectable, this wine earns its place in any astute connoisseur's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£337.55 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a fine epitome of a perfectly crafted French red wine. Harvested from ancient Cote Rotie vineyards in the Rhone Valley, this variety stands out with its exceptional depth and complexity. Master winemaker Bernard Levet, renowned for his traditional vine-craft, does no less with this syrah grape vintage. Grown on steep shale slopes, the fruit and wine mature thoroughly, in old-oak barrels, for no less than three years. This is how it acquires its rich, robust texture and soft velvety finish. Striking for its aromatic blend of black fruit and spices, with mocca and herb traces, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a testimony to the art of fine winemaking. Full-bodied, it has a lasting finish that subtly enthrals the palate. A much-prized collectable, this wine earns its place in any astute connoisseur's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£764.38 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2019 is an exceptional expression of Syrah, capturing the essence of the prestigious Cote Rotie appellation in the Rhone Valley of France. An artisanal wine produced by the esteemed Levet family who has been crafting distinguished Cote Rotie since the early 20th century. This Maestria is both rich and robust, fashioned from old-vine grapes cultivated on steep, granite-infused slopes to enhance the wine's distinctive intensity and complexity. Following traditional winemaking methods, the harvest is fermented in concrete before a prolonged maturation in oak barrels for sublime structure. This results in a wine that elegantly balances opulent dark fruit notes with a vibrant minerality and savoury spice—underscored by refined tannins and a lingering finish. The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2019 is a sublime testament to the Levet family's dedication, illustrating the finesse and age-worthiness for which their wines are globally revered. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£427.09 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2021 is a remarkable example of Northern Rhône mastery, conjuring an impelling symphony of dark fruit notes, exotic spices and earthy nuances. The grapes are exclusively from Cote Rotie, richly steeped in granitic soil, which gifts the wine its distinctive character. Cultivated with organic viticulture practices, the hand-harvested Syrah and Viognier grapes reveal a labour of immense skill and dedication. Bernard Levet, a family-operated domaine, is famed for its tradition of creating wines of intense depth and complexity. The Maestria 2021 embodies these qualities in a velvety delivery, laced with a mineral edge that hones the robust power of this wine. As the wine tapers to a finish, one can’t help but admire the flashback of pepper and clove nuances, a lasting testament to this wine’s impressive pedigree. To taste the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2021 is to savour a fine interpretation of French heritage in a glass. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£209.60 |
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Discover the exceptional world of luxury wine with the distinguished Bernard Magrez Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Distinee de Clement V 2017 - a masterpiece of viticultural alchemy crafted in the famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape region of southern France. This opulent fusion features a blend of the region's most cherished grape varieties namely Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Manifesting Bernard Magrez's famed craftsmanship, each grape is handpicked, ensuring exceptional quality. As an emblem of traditional savoir-faire, this upstanding vintage marries age-old wine-making techniques with modern innovation, resulting in a wine that expresses its terroir magnificently. The 2017 vintage pays tribute to Pope Clement V, encapsulating the glorious history of the region. The Bernard Magrez Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Distinee de Clement V 2017 exhibits deep ruby hues, exuding an enchanting bouquet of dark berries and spices, unveiling an intense structure with a powerful, harmonious finish. It's undoubtedly a pinnacle of elegance and complexity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (JD) |
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£422.83 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)I was questioning if the top cuvées were worth the money after tasting the traditional cuvée from winemaker Nicolas Boiron, then I tasted his 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape A La Gloire de Mon Grand-Père and decided that, yes indeed, the special cuvées in 2016 can certainly be worth the uptick in price. Based almost exclusively on Grenache (there’s a splash of Cinsault and Clairette) sourced from the La Gardiole lieu-dit and aged mostly in demi-muids, this heavenly beauty offers awesome notes of garrigue, toasted spices, flowers, licorice and loads of sweet Grenache fruit. Voluptuous, flamboyant, and sexy, yet also elegant and seamless, with a weightless texture, this is Grenache at its finest and is going to knock your socks off over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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£313.63 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Almost all Grenache (there are splashes of Cinsault and Clairette), the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape A La Gloire De Mon Grand-Père was 50% destemmed and brought up in a mix of foudres and demi-muids. It has a riper, sexy bouquet of kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, toasted spices, dried flowers, and sweet Provençal garrigue to go with a full-bodied, beautifully textured, seamless style on the palate. It still has a classic feel, yet there’s certainly more fruit and opulence here compared to the more concentrated, masculine style of the Chante Le Merle cuvée. This beauty is going to drink nicely right out of the gate and cruise for 15-20 years as well. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£788.11 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The all whole-bunch 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes is 85% Grenache, with the balance a mix of Mourvèdre and Syrah. The vines are all 80 to 90 years old, selected from parcels in Brusquières, Gardiole, Mont-Redon and Pignan. Glorious raspberry and cherry fruit picks up hints of mint and some stemmy notes, but they're remarkably well-integrated and should be completely absorbed within a couple of years. Full-bodied, rich and creamy in texture, this tour de force remains lively, silky and long on the finish. With 1,000 cases produced, it should be reasonably priced and reasonably available—an increasingly rare combination in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97-99 (WA) |
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£329.23 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)I was blown away by the prodigious fruit in the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes. Quantities are only maybe half of the 2016, so you can imagine how concentrated and rich this baby is. Waves of raspberry and cherry fruit are seductive on the nose, then crash over the palate with a tsunami of concentration and power. If time in the cellar can coax some additional elegance out of the wine, it could be a candidate for perfection. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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£324.43 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Moving to the old vine cuvée, which is a blend of 85% Grenache and 15% Mourvèdre, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes reveals a deeper ruby/purple color as well as a richer, slightly more powerful bouquet of blackcurrants, jammy black cherries, roasted garrigue, black licorice, and assorted background notes of spicy meatiness. It’s full-bodied and has a beautiful mid-palate, building tannins, and a great finish. This is another classic yet ripe, pure, and beautifully balanced wine from this estate that will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for 15+ years or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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£180.00 |
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Vinous (91)(mostly grenache, with mourvedre, syrah and cinsault): Saturated ruby. Blackberry, cherry and lavender on the intensely perfumed, spicy nose and in the mouth. Deep and expansive, with impressive back-end punch and slow-building smokiness. The spice and floral notes carry through a long, sweet, gently tannic finish. Decant this one if you can't resist opening a bottle now. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£548.98 |
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Wine Advocate (93)A terrific example of this bottling, the 2016 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Tradition is a blend of 75% Grenache, 12% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah and tiny amounts of Cinsault, Counoise and Vaccarèse. About 40% was destemmed in this textbook vintage, the fruit coming from 40 different parcels around the appellation. Floral and raspberry notes emerge on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied but silky textured, ending on subtle shadings of Provence herbs and licorice. It's a relative bargain that's easy to drink now, but it should easily go a decade or more in a cool cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£271.49 |
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Wine Advocate (93)A terrific example of this bottling, the 2016 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Tradition is a blend of 75% Grenache, 12% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah and tiny amounts of Cinsault, Counoise and Vaccarèse. About 40% was destemmed in this textbook vintage, the fruit coming from 40 different parcels around the appellation. Floral and raspberry notes emerge on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied but silky textured, ending on subtle shadings of Provence herbs and licorice. It's a relative bargain that's easy to drink now, but it should easily go a decade or more in a cool cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£236.00 |
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Vinous (92)Deep ruby-red. Ripe, spice-accented red and dark berry scents, along with hints of succulent herbs and flowers. Broad and fleshy on entry, offering appealingly sweet cherry and black raspberry flavors that tighten up through the midpalate. Smooth, even tannins build on a long, spicy finish that strongly echoes the berry and floral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£240.80 |
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Vinous (93)Bright violet. Expressive aromas of cherry cola, red berries, pungent herbs and lavender, plus a hint of smoked meat in the background. Shows strong, energetic lift to the bitter cherry and black raspberry flavors, which turn sweeter through the back half. Closes with strong tenacity and interwoven tannins that lend discreet, firming grip. |
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Rhone | 3 | 99 (JD) |
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£561.46 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The deepest colored of the trio and a true “Wow” wine, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Folie is 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre that was completely destemmed and brought up 10% new barrels, with the balance in demi-muids. An insane bouquet of black cherry liqueur, blackberries, crushed rocks, and pepper garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, incredibly polished, seamless Grenache. This beauty does everything right and possesses a vibrant, sexy texture, no hard edges, and a blockbuster finish. It will most likely merit a triple-digit score in a few years and cruise for a decade or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (JD) |
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£373.63 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Folie might not match the magical 2016, but it’s no less a brilliant wine with a subtle modern style in its black raspberry, kirsch liqueur, cassis, peppery garrigue, and spice-driven aromas and flavors. Always the most modern style cuvée in the lineup (it sees a small amount of new oak), it nevertheless never loses its Southern Rhône soul and is full-bodied, flawlessly balanced, with ripe, seamless tannins and a great finish. This wine is roughly 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre that was all destemmed. It should drink well with 2-3 years of bottle age and keep nicely for 15 years or more in cold cellars. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£104.93 |
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Bouissiere Gigondas Font De Tonin 2016 is a distinguished exemplar from the esteemed Gigondas appellation in the Southern Rhône Valley. Crafted with meticulous attention, this wine is predominantly composed of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes, hand-harvested from organically managed vineyards. The meticulous vinification process involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months, imparting subtle complexity and depth. Domaine Font de Tonin, renowned for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques, ensures each bottle reflects the terroir's rich mineral character and robust flavour profile. The 2016 vintage showcases ripe dark fruit notes, intertwined with hints of spice and earthy undertones, culminating in a velvety, long-lasting finish. Ideal for pairing with rich meats and hearty dishes, this wine epitomises the elegance and power of Bouissiere Gigondas Font De Tonin 2016. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£296.74 |
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Discover the exceptional richness of Brusset Gigondas Les Hauts de Montmirail 1998. This French luxury wine, oft lauded by the esteemed palate of the venerated connoisseur, is the embodiment of the sophisticated artistry of the vital and vibrant Brusset family, who have been passionately cultivating these vineyards in the illustrious Rhône Valley since 1947. The unique microclimates, soils and meticulous nurturing allows this wine to achieve an unparalleled eloquence in every glass. The Brusset Gigondas Les Hauts de Montmirail 1998 reveals not only a deep ruby colour but also an extraordinarily rich bouquet of dark ripe fruits harmoniously blended with fragrant spices, while its palate teems with notes of kirsch, lavender, garrigue and black cherry. Sumptuously structured with assertive tannins and a profound depth captured in its long, savoury finish. This is the height of connoisseurship, an irresistible offer for lovers of refined Rhône Valley wines. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£1,344.80 |
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Cave Tain Hermitage Epsilon 2010 is an exquisite wine produced by Cave de Tain, located in the heart of the famed Rhône Valley in South East France. This single vineyard Syrah offers a tight blend of elegance and power, with its intense purple hue reflecting the rich, full-bodied flavours. Produced from vines averaging 60 years of age ensures an unrivalled concentration and complexity, enhanced by the aging process in oak barrels for 18 months. Expect a fruit-forward palate with dark berry characteristics, underlined by subtle, spicy undertones and a lengthy finish. Cave de Tain's reputation for crafting fine wines from Hermitage appellation is evident in the Cave Tain Hermitage Epsilon 2010. The vineyard's ideal southwestern exposure and unique granite terraces give the Epsilon 2010 its distinctive character. Savour this exceptional expression from one of Rhône Valley's most celebrated producers. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
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£98.00 |
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Vinous (93-94)An expansive bouquet evokes ripe black/blue fruits, potpourri and olive paste, and a mineral flourish lends vivacity. Shows impressive depth and energy on the palate, offering sharply focused blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and candied violet flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Shows an appealingly light touch for its heft, and finishes on a gently tannic note, displaying fine delineation and firm mineral thrust. 70% whole clusters; raised in demi-muids, most of them neutral. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-94 (VN) |
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£184.00 |
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Vinous (93-94)An expansive bouquet evokes ripe black/blue fruits, potpourri and olive paste, and a mineral flourish lends vivacity. Shows impressive depth and energy on the palate, offering sharply focused blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and candied violet flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Shows an appealingly light touch for its heft, and finishes on a gently tannic note, displaying fine delineation and firm mineral thrust. 70% whole clusters; raised in demi-muids, most of them neutral. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£207.00 |
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Vinous (94)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, licorice, smoked meat, potpourri and black pepper. Offers densely packed cassis, bitter cherry and candied violet flavors that show fine definition and are braced by an undercurrent of juicy acidity. The licorice, cassis and floral notes repeat on a long, spice- and mineral-accented finish that features youthfully chewy tannins and a hint of bitter chocolate. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£218.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)Deep, lurid violet color. High-pitched red and blue fruit, floral and baking spice scents, along with deeper suggestions of olive and dark chocolate. In a bright, nervy style, showing fine clarity and spicy lift to its bitter cherry, blueberry and allspice flavors. Closes long and precise, with the red fruit and floral notes repeating. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£215.00 |
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For the true aficionados amongst us, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 offers a sublime journey in a glass. Crafted in the esteemed Côte Rôtie region of northern Rhône, France, this red wine epitomises the family-run Levet estate's dedication to traditional winemaking. Famed for their organic viticulture and the employment of century-old vines, Levet nurtures clusters of Syrah and Viognier grapes in the steep, hard-granite Ampuis vineyards. Aged for 36 months in oak barrels, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 embodies the true resonance of its terroir. Sip the wine to discover the distinctive peppery accent of Syrah, married harmoniously with the succulent, floral tones of Viognier. Revel in the intensity of dark fruit aromas and a velvety finish. Indubitably, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2017 invites the discerning palate to appreciate a masterstroke of French winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£87.00 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a fine epitome of a perfectly crafted French red wine. Harvested from ancient Cote Rotie vineyards in the Rhone Valley, this variety stands out with its exceptional depth and complexity. Master winemaker Bernard Levet, renowned for his traditional vine-craft, does no less with this syrah grape vintage. Grown on steep shale slopes, the fruit and wine mature thoroughly, in old-oak barrels, for no less than three years. This is how it acquires its rich, robust texture and soft velvety finish. Striking for its aromatic blend of black fruit and spices, with mocca and herb traces, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a testimony to the art of fine winemaking. Full-bodied, it has a lasting finish that subtly enthrals the palate. A much-prized collectable, this wine earns its place in any astute connoisseur's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£262.00 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a fine epitome of a perfectly crafted French red wine. Harvested from ancient Cote Rotie vineyards in the Rhone Valley, this variety stands out with its exceptional depth and complexity. Master winemaker Bernard Levet, renowned for his traditional vine-craft, does no less with this syrah grape vintage. Grown on steep shale slopes, the fruit and wine mature thoroughly, in old-oak barrels, for no less than three years. This is how it acquires its rich, robust texture and soft velvety finish. Striking for its aromatic blend of black fruit and spices, with mocca and herb traces, the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2018 is a testimony to the art of fine winemaking. Full-bodied, it has a lasting finish that subtly enthrals the palate. A much-prized collectable, this wine earns its place in any astute connoisseur's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£617.00 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2019 is an exceptional expression of Syrah, capturing the essence of the prestigious Cote Rotie appellation in the Rhone Valley of France. An artisanal wine produced by the esteemed Levet family who has been crafting distinguished Cote Rotie since the early 20th century. This Maestria is both rich and robust, fashioned from old-vine grapes cultivated on steep, granite-infused slopes to enhance the wine's distinctive intensity and complexity. Following traditional winemaking methods, the harvest is fermented in concrete before a prolonged maturation in oak barrels for sublime structure. This results in a wine that elegantly balances opulent dark fruit notes with a vibrant minerality and savoury spice—underscored by refined tannins and a lingering finish. The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2019 is a sublime testament to the Levet family's dedication, illustrating the finesse and age-worthiness for which their wines are globally revered. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£338.00 |
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The Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2021 is a remarkable example of Northern Rhône mastery, conjuring an impelling symphony of dark fruit notes, exotic spices and earthy nuances. The grapes are exclusively from Cote Rotie, richly steeped in granitic soil, which gifts the wine its distinctive character. Cultivated with organic viticulture practices, the hand-harvested Syrah and Viognier grapes reveal a labour of immense skill and dedication. Bernard Levet, a family-operated domaine, is famed for its tradition of creating wines of intense depth and complexity. The Maestria 2021 embodies these qualities in a velvety delivery, laced with a mineral edge that hones the robust power of this wine. As the wine tapers to a finish, one can’t help but admire the flashback of pepper and clove nuances, a lasting testament to this wine’s impressive pedigree. To taste the Bernard Levet Cote Rotie Maestria 2021 is to savour a fine interpretation of French heritage in a glass. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£154.00 |
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Discover the exceptional world of luxury wine with the distinguished Bernard Magrez Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Distinee de Clement V 2017 - a masterpiece of viticultural alchemy crafted in the famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape region of southern France. This opulent fusion features a blend of the region's most cherished grape varieties namely Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Manifesting Bernard Magrez's famed craftsmanship, each grape is handpicked, ensuring exceptional quality. As an emblem of traditional savoir-faire, this upstanding vintage marries age-old wine-making techniques with modern innovation, resulting in a wine that expresses its terroir magnificently. The 2017 vintage pays tribute to Pope Clement V, encapsulating the glorious history of the region. The Bernard Magrez Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Distinee de Clement V 2017 exhibits deep ruby hues, exuding an enchanting bouquet of dark berries and spices, unveiling an intense structure with a powerful, harmonious finish. It's undoubtedly a pinnacle of elegance and complexity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
£331.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)I was questioning if the top cuvées were worth the money after tasting the traditional cuvée from winemaker Nicolas Boiron, then I tasted his 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape A La Gloire de Mon Grand-Père and decided that, yes indeed, the special cuvées in 2016 can certainly be worth the uptick in price. Based almost exclusively on Grenache (there’s a splash of Cinsault and Clairette) sourced from the La Gardiole lieu-dit and aged mostly in demi-muids, this heavenly beauty offers awesome notes of garrigue, toasted spices, flowers, licorice and loads of sweet Grenache fruit. Voluptuous, flamboyant, and sexy, yet also elegant and seamless, with a weightless texture, this is Grenache at its finest and is going to knock your socks off over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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£240.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Almost all Grenache (there are splashes of Cinsault and Clairette), the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape A La Gloire De Mon Grand-Père was 50% destemmed and brought up in a mix of foudres and demi-muids. It has a riper, sexy bouquet of kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, toasted spices, dried flowers, and sweet Provençal garrigue to go with a full-bodied, beautifully textured, seamless style on the palate. It still has a classic feel, yet there’s certainly more fruit and opulence here compared to the more concentrated, masculine style of the Chante Le Merle cuvée. This beauty is going to drink nicely right out of the gate and cruise for 15-20 years as well. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£617.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The all whole-bunch 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes is 85% Grenache, with the balance a mix of Mourvèdre and Syrah. The vines are all 80 to 90 years old, selected from parcels in Brusquières, Gardiole, Mont-Redon and Pignan. Glorious raspberry and cherry fruit picks up hints of mint and some stemmy notes, but they're remarkably well-integrated and should be completely absorbed within a couple of years. Full-bodied, rich and creamy in texture, this tour de force remains lively, silky and long on the finish. With 1,000 cases produced, it should be reasonably priced and reasonably available—an increasingly rare combination in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. |
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£253.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97-99)I was blown away by the prodigious fruit in the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes. Quantities are only maybe half of the 2016, so you can imagine how concentrated and rich this baby is. Waves of raspberry and cherry fruit are seductive on the nose, then crash over the palate with a tsunami of concentration and power. If time in the cellar can coax some additional elegance out of the wine, it could be a candidate for perfection. |
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£249.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Moving to the old vine cuvée, which is a blend of 85% Grenache and 15% Mourvèdre, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes reveals a deeper ruby/purple color as well as a richer, slightly more powerful bouquet of blackcurrants, jammy black cherries, roasted garrigue, black licorice, and assorted background notes of spicy meatiness. It’s full-bodied and has a beautiful mid-palate, building tannins, and a great finish. This is another classic yet ripe, pure, and beautifully balanced wine from this estate that will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for 15+ years or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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Vinous (91)(mostly grenache, with mourvedre, syrah and cinsault): Saturated ruby. Blackberry, cherry and lavender on the intensely perfumed, spicy nose and in the mouth. Deep and expansive, with impressive back-end punch and slow-building smokiness. The spice and floral notes carry through a long, sweet, gently tannic finish. Decant this one if you can't resist opening a bottle now. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£419.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)A terrific example of this bottling, the 2016 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Tradition is a blend of 75% Grenache, 12% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah and tiny amounts of Cinsault, Counoise and Vaccarèse. About 40% was destemmed in this textbook vintage, the fruit coming from 40 different parcels around the appellation. Floral and raspberry notes emerge on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied but silky textured, ending on subtle shadings of Provence herbs and licorice. It's a relative bargain that's easy to drink now, but it should easily go a decade or more in a cool cellar. |
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£207.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)A terrific example of this bottling, the 2016 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Tradition is a blend of 75% Grenache, 12% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah and tiny amounts of Cinsault, Counoise and Vaccarèse. About 40% was destemmed in this textbook vintage, the fruit coming from 40 different parcels around the appellation. Floral and raspberry notes emerge on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied but silky textured, ending on subtle shadings of Provence herbs and licorice. It's a relative bargain that's easy to drink now, but it should easily go a decade or more in a cool cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£176.00 |
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Vinous (92)Deep ruby-red. Ripe, spice-accented red and dark berry scents, along with hints of succulent herbs and flowers. Broad and fleshy on entry, offering appealingly sweet cherry and black raspberry flavors that tighten up through the midpalate. Smooth, even tannins build on a long, spicy finish that strongly echoes the berry and floral notes. |
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£180.00 |
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Vinous (93)Bright violet. Expressive aromas of cherry cola, red berries, pungent herbs and lavender, plus a hint of smoked meat in the background. Shows strong, energetic lift to the bitter cherry and black raspberry flavors, which turn sweeter through the back half. Closes with strong tenacity and interwoven tannins that lend discreet, firming grip. |
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£448.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)The deepest colored of the trio and a true “Wow” wine, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Folie is 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre that was completely destemmed and brought up 10% new barrels, with the balance in demi-muids. An insane bouquet of black cherry liqueur, blackberries, crushed rocks, and pepper garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, incredibly polished, seamless Grenache. This beauty does everything right and possesses a vibrant, sexy texture, no hard edges, and a blockbuster finish. It will most likely merit a triple-digit score in a few years and cruise for a decade or more. |
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£290.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Folie might not match the magical 2016, but it’s no less a brilliant wine with a subtle modern style in its black raspberry, kirsch liqueur, cassis, peppery garrigue, and spice-driven aromas and flavors. Always the most modern style cuvée in the lineup (it sees a small amount of new oak), it nevertheless never loses its Southern Rhône soul and is full-bodied, flawlessly balanced, with ripe, seamless tannins and a great finish. This wine is roughly 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre that was all destemmed. It should drink well with 2-3 years of bottle age and keep nicely for 15 years or more in cold cellars. |
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£84.00 |
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Bouissiere Gigondas Font De Tonin 2016 is a distinguished exemplar from the esteemed Gigondas appellation in the Southern Rhône Valley. Crafted with meticulous attention, this wine is predominantly composed of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes, hand-harvested from organically managed vineyards. The meticulous vinification process involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months, imparting subtle complexity and depth. Domaine Font de Tonin, renowned for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques, ensures each bottle reflects the terroir's rich mineral character and robust flavour profile. The 2016 vintage showcases ripe dark fruit notes, intertwined with hints of spice and earthy undertones, culminating in a velvety, long-lasting finish. Ideal for pairing with rich meats and hearty dishes, this wine epitomises the elegance and power of Bouissiere Gigondas Font De Tonin 2016. |
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£230.00 |
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Discover the exceptional richness of Brusset Gigondas Les Hauts de Montmirail 1998. This French luxury wine, oft lauded by the esteemed palate of the venerated connoisseur, is the embodiment of the sophisticated artistry of the vital and vibrant Brusset family, who have been passionately cultivating these vineyards in the illustrious Rhône Valley since 1947. The unique microclimates, soils and meticulous nurturing allows this wine to achieve an unparalleled eloquence in every glass. The Brusset Gigondas Les Hauts de Montmirail 1998 reveals not only a deep ruby colour but also an extraordinarily rich bouquet of dark ripe fruits harmoniously blended with fragrant spices, while its palate teems with notes of kirsch, lavender, garrigue and black cherry. Sumptuously structured with assertive tannins and a profound depth captured in its long, savoury finish. This is the height of connoisseurship, an irresistible offer for lovers of refined Rhône Valley wines. |
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£1,100.00 |
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Cave Tain Hermitage Epsilon 2010 is an exquisite wine produced by Cave de Tain, located in the heart of the famed Rhône Valley in South East France. This single vineyard Syrah offers a tight blend of elegance and power, with its intense purple hue reflecting the rich, full-bodied flavours. Produced from vines averaging 60 years of age ensures an unrivalled concentration and complexity, enhanced by the aging process in oak barrels for 18 months. Expect a fruit-forward palate with dark berry characteristics, underlined by subtle, spicy undertones and a lengthy finish. Cave de Tain's reputation for crafting fine wines from Hermitage appellation is evident in the Cave Tain Hermitage Epsilon 2010. The vineyard's ideal southwestern exposure and unique granite terraces give the Epsilon 2010 its distinctive character. Savour this exceptional expression from one of Rhône Valley's most celebrated producers. |
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