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Loire | 10 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£627.49 |
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Vinous (92)The Buisson Renard tends to be a more supple, more aromatically restrained cuvée in the Dagueneau stable, and the 2019 is no different. It's probably the richer clay soils on this section of the domaine. There's a delicate savory, herbal and oak-derived nutty character. It is fine and fresh with a supple texture that holds the mouth like a gentle embrace. |
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Loire | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£723.12 |
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Vinous (95)Perhaps the most Sauvignon-esque of all the vintage, the 2020 Buisson Renard is richly aromatic with distinctive lime, elderflower, ginger and honeysuckle aromas. It is currently most appealing for its tension as if a strong muscle is being stretched taut. It has masses of concentration and curves in the right places with an attractive sense of bitterness on the long finish. This is even better than when I tasted it from tank last year. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£2,103.20 |
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Introducing the Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Intouchables 2019, a formidable vintage from one of the most venerated producers in the Loire Valley. Precision, intensity and finesse are the hallmarks of Didier Dagueneau's commitment to expressing the true essence of his terroir. Famed for its flinty soil, the vineyards yield an extraordinary Sauvignon Blanc, infused with complex mineral character. This 2019 vintage is the product of meticulous winemaking and an exceptional growing season. Hand-harvested grapes, low-yield vines, and a temperature-controlled fermentation process contribute to the wine's unique complexity and richness. The resulting wine encapsulates impeccable balance, with vibrant acidity complementing ripe fruit notes and a luxurious mouthfeel. With limited bottles available, the Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Intouchables 2019 represents an excellent opportunity to savour a sensation from an iconic winemaker known for his relentless pursuit of purity and perfection. A truly unrepeatable experience for the discerning palate. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£820.69 |
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Loire | 2 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£762.72 |
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Vinous (94)Sourced from a south-facing single vineyard on flint and clay over chalk, the 2018 Pur Sang is all white flowers and spiced apple pastry. Seemingly effortless and silken, its Sauvignon edges rounded out in barrels. It offers excellent concentration on the mid-palate, a line of acidity acting like a thread and holding the core together like a ball. Delectably textured, with a hint of tannic sensation holding the mouth gently on a lengthy conclusion that's drawn-out and precise. A complex, multifaceted wine. |
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Loire | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£937.92 |
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Vinous (96)What I love most about the 2019 Pur Sang is its focus and precision; the compact, light bodied core carries masses of fragrance across the palate and beyond on the long finish. There's clarity and freshness, with a thread of acidity and minerality pulling the wine through like a needle and thread. It is starting to show the very first hints of time in bottle with a hint of almond alongside the ripe melon notes and nettle tea character. Impressive stuff from this three-hectare parcel in the village of Saint Laurent l'Abbaye, about 5km northeast of the Dagueneau domaine. |
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Loire | 1 | 94-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£741.49 |
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Vinous (94-95)The 2020 Pur Sang is a compact and focused style with excellent concentration. It is as pure as glacial water. While tender and charming at first, it offers excellent precision, which is not a word you'd normally associate with the warm 2020 season. There is fine tension and structure with an integrated use of nutty oak combining with a fresh nectarine fragrance on the finish. Tasted as a tank sample, this is a 3-ha vineyard that's about 5km away from Dagueneau HQ, sitting on flint over a bedrock of chalk. |
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Loire | 3 | 94-95 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£728.29 |
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Vinous (94-95)The 2020 Pur Sang is a compact and focused style with excellent concentration. It is as pure as glacial water. While tender and charming at first, it offers excellent precision, which is not a word you'd normally associate with the warm 2020 season. There is fine tension and structure with an integrated use of nutty oak combining with a fresh nectarine fragrance on the finish. Tasted as a tank sample, this is a 3-ha vineyard that's about 5km away from Dagueneau HQ, sitting on flint over a bedrock of chalk. |
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Loire | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,120.00 |
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Vinous (92)Pale gold. Vivid aromas of lime zest, quince and anise, with suave floral qualities adding another dimension. Opulent but finely etched, offering zesty citrus fruits, dusty minerals and an exotic note of green cardamom. Heady and fleshy but with a strikingly long finish that's focused and pure. |
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Loire | 1 | 93-94+ (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£1,995.53 |
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Wine Advocate (93-94+)From an enclave just outside the cuverie in Saint Andelain, the Dagueneau 2009 Blanc Fume de Pouilly Silex delivers an almost inordinate diversity of floral, herbal, citrus (predominately grapefruit), and pit-fruit (predominately nectarine) elements, with the bitterness of fruit pits, smoky pungency of red currant and crushed stone, as well as notes of shrimp shell reduction and iodine inflecting a long, bittersweet, yet at the same time vibrant, buoyant finish. This silken textured seducer should gain with time in bottle and be worth following for ten or a dozen years. |
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Loire | 1 | 17+ (JR) |
Inc. VAT
£1,258.32 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)Cool and without obvious richness. Really refreshing and with great substance and density. More approachable in youth than I remember some Silex bottlings. You could happily enjoy this layered wine now but it should age well too. It really does taste flinty!! |
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Loire | 2 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,351.55 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Pouilly Fumé Silex shows an initial tenderness, sitting quietly and not shouting that it's made it into your glass. This is a wine that has its act together, feeling integrated and balanced with plentiful concentration and a savory long finish. A delicate dill note, which is a characteristic of oaked Sauvignon peeks out amid the hush. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£986.29 |
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Vinous (94)The 2022 Silex is not a lot of fun upon release; dry and tense, it really needs time to mellow. There's flesh from the clay element of its clay-flint soils, which is felt on entry but tightens up as it moves through the mouth. This remains a wine of drive, firmness and upright structure; it speaks of the place it comes from rather than its variety. Aromatics are almost a forgotten element; this is a wine about structure and texture. There is a lemony, wild goat cheese-like note and a distinct flinty whiff. SIlex, after all, means flint in French. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£350.26 |
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Experience the true essence of French viticulture with the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019. This exquisitely crafted red wine hails from the revered vineyards of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits region, renowned globally for its distinguished Pinot Noir. The wine is the brainchild of Didier Forneol, a respected French winemaker with decades of expertise, who carefully cultivates each grape cluster with exceptional attention to detail. Boasting a brilliant ruby hue, the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019 unveils an intricate bouquet of ripe redberries and soft spices upon opening, giving way to a palate graced with elegant tannins and balanced acidity. Its complex flavour profile and enduring finish render it the perfect accompaniment to a host of gastronomic delights. Offering a sophisticated demonstration of Forneol's winemaking prowess, the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019 is an undeniable testament to the art of fine wine production. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£223.49 |
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Didier Fornerol Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 is an exquisite embodiment of distinct Burgundy elegance. Crafted by the skilled winemaker Didier Fornerol, this red wine truly captures the unique terroir of the Cote-de-Nuits region in its every sip. Renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, Didier Fornerol employs traditional winemaking techniques, ensuring a wine of impressive balance and harmony. The careful vinification process involves hand-harvesting and fermentation in stainless steel vats, followed by maturation in oak barrels for a refined finish. Expressing polished ruby hues, the Didier Fornerol Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 presents sumptuous aromas of ripe red berries and delicate floral notes. On the palate, its well-integrated tannins and bright acidity provide a captivating complexity, leading to an enduring finish. Whether you're a dedicated oenophile or just beginning your fine wine journey, this offering from Didier Fornerol is truly a testament to the excellence of the Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 vintage. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£150.80 |
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Immerse yourself in the velvety richness of Didier Morion Saint Joseph Cranilles 2017, a delightful contribution to the universe of fine wines. Acclaimed oenophile Didier Morion, the mastermind behind this distinct vinous experience, meticulously cultivates Syrah grapes in Rhone Valley's elevated slopes. The vineyard's unique terroir imparts the wine an exceptional flavour profile. Exhibiting the 2017 vintage's climatic characteristics, this red wine marries sophistication and power with a delicate balance. Delight in the unfolding drama of dark fruit notes, intertwined with hints of black olives, pepper, and slight minerality; a testament to Didier Morion's dedication to quality and authenticity. Each step of the winemaking process is a testament to centuries-old French techniques, evolving under Didier's stewardship. Stainless steel fermentation, partial de-stemming, and considerable maturation in neutral oak barrels lend this Didier Morion Saint Joseph Cranilles 2017 its class and complexity. Savour its long-lasting finish and pay homage to the timeless art of fine winemaking. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£914.66 |
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Decanter (96)Lemon peel and wet chalk notes grow to include ripe apricot, flowers, marzipan and spice. Although the wine never loses its elegance, it shows impressive intensity and concentration and has the substance to linger almost indefinitely. It is from the oldest vines of the domaine, particularly the lieu-dit Les Buzons, fermented in cask without malolactic fermentation, and bottled unfined and unfiltered. One of the greats, this will age for decades to come. |
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Loire | 10 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£505.00 |
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Vinous (92)The Buisson Renard tends to be a more supple, more aromatically restrained cuvée in the Dagueneau stable, and the 2019 is no different. It's probably the richer clay soils on this section of the domaine. There's a delicate savory, herbal and oak-derived nutty character. It is fine and fresh with a supple texture that holds the mouth like a gentle embrace. |
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Loire | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
£584.00 |
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Vinous (95)Perhaps the most Sauvignon-esque of all the vintage, the 2020 Buisson Renard is richly aromatic with distinctive lime, elderflower, ginger and honeysuckle aromas. It is currently most appealing for its tension as if a strong muscle is being stretched taut. It has masses of concentration and curves in the right places with an attractive sense of bitterness on the long finish. This is even better than when I tasted it from tank last year. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,732.00 |
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Introducing the Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Intouchables 2019, a formidable vintage from one of the most venerated producers in the Loire Valley. Precision, intensity and finesse are the hallmarks of Didier Dagueneau's commitment to expressing the true essence of his terroir. Famed for its flinty soil, the vineyards yield an extraordinary Sauvignon Blanc, infused with complex mineral character. This 2019 vintage is the product of meticulous winemaking and an exceptional growing season. Hand-harvested grapes, low-yield vines, and a temperature-controlled fermentation process contribute to the wine's unique complexity and richness. The resulting wine encapsulates impeccable balance, with vibrant acidity complementing ripe fruit notes and a luxurious mouthfeel. With limited bottles available, the Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Intouchables 2019 represents an excellent opportunity to savour a sensation from an iconic winemaker known for his relentless pursuit of purity and perfection. A truly unrepeatable experience for the discerning palate. |
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Loire | 1 | - |
In Bond
£666.00 |
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Loire | 2 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£617.00 |
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Vinous (94)Sourced from a south-facing single vineyard on flint and clay over chalk, the 2018 Pur Sang is all white flowers and spiced apple pastry. Seemingly effortless and silken, its Sauvignon edges rounded out in barrels. It offers excellent concentration on the mid-palate, a line of acidity acting like a thread and holding the core together like a ball. Delectably textured, with a hint of tannic sensation holding the mouth gently on a lengthy conclusion that's drawn-out and precise. A complex, multifaceted wine. |
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Loire | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£763.00 |
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Vinous (96)What I love most about the 2019 Pur Sang is its focus and precision; the compact, light bodied core carries masses of fragrance across the palate and beyond on the long finish. There's clarity and freshness, with a thread of acidity and minerality pulling the wine through like a needle and thread. It is starting to show the very first hints of time in bottle with a hint of almond alongside the ripe melon notes and nettle tea character. Impressive stuff from this three-hectare parcel in the village of Saint Laurent l'Abbaye, about 5km northeast of the Dagueneau domaine. |
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Loire | 1 | 94-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£600.00 |
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Vinous (94-95)The 2020 Pur Sang is a compact and focused style with excellent concentration. It is as pure as glacial water. While tender and charming at first, it offers excellent precision, which is not a word you'd normally associate with the warm 2020 season. There is fine tension and structure with an integrated use of nutty oak combining with a fresh nectarine fragrance on the finish. Tasted as a tank sample, this is a 3-ha vineyard that's about 5km away from Dagueneau HQ, sitting on flint over a bedrock of chalk. |
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Loire | 3 | 94-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£589.00 |
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Vinous (94-95)The 2020 Pur Sang is a compact and focused style with excellent concentration. It is as pure as glacial water. While tender and charming at first, it offers excellent precision, which is not a word you'd normally associate with the warm 2020 season. There is fine tension and structure with an integrated use of nutty oak combining with a fresh nectarine fragrance on the finish. Tasted as a tank sample, this is a 3-ha vineyard that's about 5km away from Dagueneau HQ, sitting on flint over a bedrock of chalk. |
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Loire | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,746.00 |
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Vinous (92)Pale gold. Vivid aromas of lime zest, quince and anise, with suave floral qualities adding another dimension. Opulent but finely etched, offering zesty citrus fruits, dusty minerals and an exotic note of green cardamom. Heady and fleshy but with a strikingly long finish that's focused and pure. |
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Loire | 1 | 93-94+ (WA) |
In Bond
£1,651.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-94+)From an enclave just outside the cuverie in Saint Andelain, the Dagueneau 2009 Blanc Fume de Pouilly Silex delivers an almost inordinate diversity of floral, herbal, citrus (predominately grapefruit), and pit-fruit (predominately nectarine) elements, with the bitterness of fruit pits, smoky pungency of red currant and crushed stone, as well as notes of shrimp shell reduction and iodine inflecting a long, bittersweet, yet at the same time vibrant, buoyant finish. This silken textured seducer should gain with time in bottle and be worth following for ten or a dozen years. |
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Loire | 1 | 17+ (JR) |
In Bond
£1,030.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)Cool and without obvious richness. Really refreshing and with great substance and density. More approachable in youth than I remember some Silex bottlings. You could happily enjoy this layered wine now but it should age well too. It really does taste flinty!! |
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Loire | 2 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,107.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Pouilly Fumé Silex shows an initial tenderness, sitting quietly and not shouting that it's made it into your glass. This is a wine that has its act together, feeling integrated and balanced with plentiful concentration and a savory long finish. A delicate dill note, which is a characteristic of oaked Sauvignon peeks out amid the hush. |
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Loire | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£804.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2022 Silex is not a lot of fun upon release; dry and tense, it really needs time to mellow. There's flesh from the clay element of its clay-flint soils, which is felt on entry but tightens up as it moves through the mouth. This remains a wine of drive, firmness and upright structure; it speaks of the place it comes from rather than its variety. Aromatics are almost a forgotten element; this is a wine about structure and texture. There is a lemony, wild goat cheese-like note and a distinct flinty whiff. SIlex, after all, means flint in French. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£273.00 |
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Experience the true essence of French viticulture with the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019. This exquisitely crafted red wine hails from the revered vineyards of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits region, renowned globally for its distinguished Pinot Noir. The wine is the brainchild of Didier Forneol, a respected French winemaker with decades of expertise, who carefully cultivates each grape cluster with exceptional attention to detail. Boasting a brilliant ruby hue, the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019 unveils an intricate bouquet of ripe redberries and soft spices upon opening, giving way to a palate graced with elegant tannins and balanced acidity. Its complex flavour profile and enduring finish render it the perfect accompaniment to a host of gastronomic delights. Offering a sophisticated demonstration of Forneol's winemaking prowess, the Didier Forneol Cote Nuits Villages 2019 is an undeniable testament to the art of fine wine production. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£167.00 |
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Didier Fornerol Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 is an exquisite embodiment of distinct Burgundy elegance. Crafted by the skilled winemaker Didier Fornerol, this red wine truly captures the unique terroir of the Cote-de-Nuits region in its every sip. Renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, Didier Fornerol employs traditional winemaking techniques, ensuring a wine of impressive balance and harmony. The careful vinification process involves hand-harvesting and fermentation in stainless steel vats, followed by maturation in oak barrels for a refined finish. Expressing polished ruby hues, the Didier Fornerol Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 presents sumptuous aromas of ripe red berries and delicate floral notes. On the palate, its well-integrated tannins and bright acidity provide a captivating complexity, leading to an enduring finish. Whether you're a dedicated oenophile or just beginning your fine wine journey, this offering from Didier Fornerol is truly a testament to the excellence of the Cote-de-Nuits Villages 2021 vintage. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
In Bond
£105.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the velvety richness of Didier Morion Saint Joseph Cranilles 2017, a delightful contribution to the universe of fine wines. Acclaimed oenophile Didier Morion, the mastermind behind this distinct vinous experience, meticulously cultivates Syrah grapes in Rhone Valley's elevated slopes. The vineyard's unique terroir imparts the wine an exceptional flavour profile. Exhibiting the 2017 vintage's climatic characteristics, this red wine marries sophistication and power with a delicate balance. Delight in the unfolding drama of dark fruit notes, intertwined with hints of black olives, pepper, and slight minerality; a testament to Didier Morion's dedication to quality and authenticity. Each step of the winemaking process is a testament to centuries-old French techniques, evolving under Didier's stewardship. Stainless steel fermentation, partial de-stemming, and considerable maturation in neutral oak barrels lend this Didier Morion Saint Joseph Cranilles 2017 its class and complexity. Savour its long-lasting finish and pay homage to the timeless art of fine winemaking. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
£745.00 |
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Decanter (96)Lemon peel and wet chalk notes grow to include ripe apricot, flowers, marzipan and spice. Although the wine never loses its elegance, it shows impressive intensity and concentration and has the substance to linger almost indefinitely. It is from the oldest vines of the domaine, particularly the lieu-dit Les Buzons, fermented in cask without malolactic fermentation, and bottled unfined and unfiltered. One of the greats, this will age for decades to come. |
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