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Nahe | 4 | - |
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Mosel | 20 | 90 (VN) |
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£357.89 |
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Vinous (90)Persian melon and pear tinged with spearmint on the nose translate into succulence on a subtly creamy, sorbet-like palate. The soothingly sustained finish is coolingly mint-laced. Will greater complexity or a mineral dimension emerge with time in bottle? |
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Mosel | 15 | - |
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£333.89 |
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The Dr Thanisch Bernkasteler Graben Riesling GG 2018 is a stunning example of German viticulture at its finest. Produced in the renown Mosel region, this Großes Gewächs (GG) Riesling, Germany's highest wine classification, evokes an elegant symphony of flavours in the glass. The Dr Thanisch estate, a revered family-run winery tracing its lineage back to 1636, meticulously raises the vines on steep, south-facing slate slopes. This rich terroir gifts the wine with its distinctive mineral complexity. Delicate fermentation in traditional old oak barrels preserves the pure varietal character, yielding an exceptional drink. The 2018 expression captivates the palate with its finely woven texture, vibrant acidity, and fruit-forward notes of apple, peach, and citrus, underscored by a subtle spicy undertone. A beautifully balanced Riesling, the Dr Thanisch Bernkasteler Graben Riesling GG 2018 showcases the sublime diversity of the grape and the region. |
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Mosel | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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£411.58 |
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Vinous (89)Gooseberry and crab apple on the nose turn tart, prickly and piquantly seed-tinged when they reemerge on a bracing, firm palate. This is not one of the many easygoing, generous, slightly soft 2018s! The finish is cheek-tugging, mouthwateringly salt-tinged and highly invigorating. (The source vineyards for this large cuvée are Saarburger Rausch, Wiltinger Braunfels and Wiltinger Rosenberg.) |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£3,033.48 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Auslese (AP #8) is coolish, clear, intense and concentrated on the flinty and even rocky nose with its crunchy notes of broken slate and lemon juice. On the palate, this is a generous, highly elegant and refined, beautifully balanced and salty-crystalline Auslese with concentrated but detailed, elegant fruit, finely grained minerals and a long, complex finish. An impressive, great vin de terroir. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
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£1,000.25 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Kabinett (AP #2) is brilliant, clear and coolish on the nose, with cold, wet and clayey yet also crunchy slate aromas and bright fruit. Lush and precise, with lingering salinity and mineral expression, this is a complex and structured Scharzhofberger Kabinett with great aging potential. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
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£2,499.71 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
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£1,303.85 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£1,243.08 |
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Vinous (92)Influence of botrytis has steered this bottling in a very dried-fruit direction, with purple plum, white peach and quince on the nose taking on a pasted impression on the palpably dense, glossy palate. There is also a delicate aura of raw mushroom. Licks of cinnamon stick and lime zest add to the vibrancy and tactile grip of a severely concentrated finish. This definitely needs some time. |
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Porto | 2 | 18.5 (RM) |
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£609.18 |
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Richard Mayson (18.5)The second label for Fonseca, a blend fromQuinta do Panascal in the Távora Valley and Fonseca’s estates in the Pinhão Valley. Lovely, ripe expressive dark chocolate concentration on the nose, this really sings from the glass; dense and voluptuous on the palate, super-ripe and plummy with luscious texture backed by firm, gravelly tannins that extend to a broad, gripping finish. Glorious. This will be a keeper. |
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Mosel | 16 | - |
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£333.89 |
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The Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ayler Kupp Riesling GG Mosel 2018 is the epitome of Mosel terroir. Exquisitely crafted by the Zilliken estate, a family-run winery with a legacy stretching back to 1742, this bewitching vintage originates in Germany's esteemed Ayler Kupp vineyard, a true exposition of slate-rich soils. Deeply rooted Riesling vines unlock the hillside's quintessential minerality, resulting in an intoxicatingly aromatic, complex wine. A careful, traditional vinification process in hundred-year-old barrels ensues, facilitating the development of the wine's nuanced character. An impressive end product of optimal grape maturity and select picking, the GG (Grosses Gewächs) classification ensures absolute premium quality. Elegant and balanced, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ayler Kupp Riesling GG Mosel 2018 reveals graceful citrus and stone fruit notes underpinned by a vital acidity. Its expressive mineral edge and refined structure promise excellent ageing potential, and cement its status as a must-have for any devotee of fine Riesling. |
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Mosel | 8 | - |
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£333.89 |
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Embark on a journey to Germany's iconic Mosel region through the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ockfener Bockstein Riesling GG, Mosel 2018. This tantalising tipple, a product of Zilliken, one of Mosel's most esteemed masters, is the epitome of finesse and vivacity. Made in the traditional style, this exquisite Riesling hails from the Ockfener Bockstein vineyard, a site renowned for its steep slopes and Devonian slate soil, yielding wines of remarkable complexity and longevity. The vintage offers an elegant harmony of bright apple, peach and zesty citrus undertones, balanced by a striking minerality and delectable acidity. Hand harvested and matured in ancient fuder barrels, Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ockfener Bockstein Riesling GG, Mosel 2018 brings together time-honoured winemaking traditions and unparalleled craftsmanship, a true testament to the Mosel's exceptional terroir. |
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Mosel | 4 | 94 (VN) |
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£489.89 |
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Vinous (94)This auctioned Auslese introduces a measure of lemon-lime citricity and a primary juiciness that would have been welcome in this year’s auction Spätlese (A.P. #7), and the similar prominence of quince and pear jellies is thereby cut and enlivened. Tangy pineapple core and bittersweet cassis contribute to the wine’s welcome animation, while the confitured orchard fruits take on a lightly caramelized edge and are joined by mango, a familiar feature from upper-Prädikat Zilliken offerings. The palate impression is dense and downright viscous but also seductively creamy in texture, setting up a lovely counterpoint with the fresh and zesty citricity as well as with the hint of resin and tannin from a fairly new fuder. The correspondingly multifaceted finish is vibrantly as well as lusciously persistent. |
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Mosel | 2 | - |
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£873.89 |
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Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2018. This famed Riesling hails from the prestigious vineyards of Saarburger Rausch, nestled in the heart of Germany's renowned Mosel wine region. Produced by Hanno Zilliken, a winemaking virtuoso with a wine estate pedigree dating back to 1742, the expertise invested in its creation is palpable. Benefitting from the steep, south-facing slopes which ensure excellent sunlight exposure, the Auslese Goldkapsel carries a higher degree of ripeness, attributed to meticulous hand-picking of only fully ripened grapes. This leads to an intensified fruity palate, opulent with tropical notes, yet gracefully balanced by a crisp, lively acidity. Exquisitely packaged with its distinguished gold capsule, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2018 is a testament to extraordinary German winemaking, marrying tradition and innovation with seamless ease. Its luxurious bouquet and lavish finish are a compelling sensory journey for any fine wine aficionado. |
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Mosel | 10 | - |
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£339.89 |
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Experience the full potential of Saar Riesling with Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2018. This exceptional wine is crafted by the face of Saarberg, Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken, a prominent winemaking family with over 270 years of expertise. Made from grapes meticulously selected from a steep, south-facing slope along the Saar River in Germany, this wine is elegant and mature. The 2018 vintage carries a pronounced mineral sharpness with distinctive earthy notes, ensuring a delicate balance between ripe fruit and precise acidity. The fermentation takes place in traditional old oak barrels, adding a further layer of complexity. The result is a timeless heirloom, evoking the depth and precision of its origin. Savor the centuries-old winemaking tradition in every sip of Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2018. |
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Mosel | 29 | 92 (VN) |
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£232.70 |
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Vinous (92)Ripe apple, quince and honeydew melon are seductively garlanded in honeysuckle and peony as well as backed by wet stone on both the nose and the polished, buoyant, luscious palate. The lingering finish is animating, consummately refreshing and mouthwateringly salt-suffused. Once again, here is a Zilliken Riesling that looks on paper like a Spätlese destined to taste overly sweet, yet manages to come off as only subtly so, while offering at least good arguments – even if some tasters will be unconvinced – for its having been labeled Kabinett. |
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Mosel | 6 | 92 (VN) |
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£397.49 |
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Vinous (92)This wine was raised in a five-year-old fuder with the intention of lending some structure and some pushback to its sweetness – and there is indeed a lot of sweetness here, pushing things in a syrupy direction. Quince and pear jellies and glazed pineapple dominate on the nose and the viscous, glycerol-rich palate. Happily, there is a lovely sense of lift despite the wine’s sheer concentration. Hints of zest from candied citrus peels as well as of resin from barrel add to the counterpoint supplied by tangy pineapple core on a finish of formidable persistence. And one hopes that there will be further diversity as well as a counter to the sweetness as this wine evolves in bottle. It originated with a 117-Oechsle must, and Hanno Zilliken even referred to it as a “super Auslese,” adding with a smile, “one that lent itself to offering as our auction Spätlese.” And he readily admitted that the estate has never before marketed as Spätlese any wine this concentrated and from fruit this high in must weight. (Readers already familiar with the Zillikens’ unique approach to registration numbers will recognize that this wine’s A.P. #7 implies not just that they deemed it superior in quality but also that it reflects a higher must weight than do three wines – the A.P. #s 8-10 – that were labeled as Auslese.) |
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Niederosterreich | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£3,344.26 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Fermented and aged in 500-liter tonneaux, the 2018 Grüner Veltliner Unendlich is intense in its radiant lemon yellow color. Aged on the full lees for a year and assembled about four weeks prior to bottling, the 2018 opens with a very intense, complex and finely oaky bouquet of concentrated pineapples, ripe stone fruits and some dashes of fresh lemon juice. Full-bodied, rich and round on the palate, with remarkably fine acidity and precision, this is a very intense, powerful and creamy-textured Unendlich with tropical and hedonistic fruit aromas but this precise and sharp Kellerberg acidity that cuts through like a laser sword. The 2018 Unendlich is incredibly long but keeps the focus and precision and finishes not only fresh but also finessed. Incredible. The 500-liter Meursault barrels were just perfect for this wine and deliver not only an aromatic spiciness and warm complexity but also very fine tannins and this transparency that stainless steel would never would have caused. This is amazing wine. Wine lovers of the world, unite and take over! The nose is very intense and stimulating, but there is nothing vulgar. The finish is enormously intense, rich and sweet but with sharp crystalline acidity that brings the wine back home to the Wachau after excursions into the Rhône and Meursault. 15.5% alcohol. Tasted at the domain in June 2021. |
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Graubunden | 1 | - |
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£542.00 |
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Exuding class in every drop, Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 is a paramount expression of the famed Swiss wine-making heritage. Produced in the renowned Gantenbein winery nestled in the alpine environs of Graubünden, this opulent wine is quintessentially Swiss. It was crafted from meticulously picked grapes and matured in French oak barrels, which instil it with an unrivalled complexity and a balanced, refined structure. The Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 combines the minerality typical of the Rhine Valley with the fresh vivacity of the Chardonnay grape, creating an exquisite palate of fresh green apple, lemon zest and vanilla. Its maturation on the lees gives it a creamy texture, perfectly balancing out the acidity. Furthermore, the Gantenbein family's commitment to sustainability is felt in this wine's eco-conscious production methods. Collectors and enthusiasts will find the Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 an essential addition to their cellars, a testament to the fine art of Swiss wine. |
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Graubunden | 1 | - |
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£1,783.24 |
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Indulge in the elegance and complexity of Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018. This outstanding wine is a testament to sophisticated winemaking from the revered Gantenbein Winery, nestled in Switzerland's Graubunden region. Made meticulously using traditional biodynamic practices for optimal expression of terroir, Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018 exemplifies the balance, depth and finesse that is characteristic of Swiss wines. Each grape carefully handpicked, the wine is matured in French oak barrels, delivering a layered bouquet brimming with ripe dark fruit, earthy truffle and delicate floral undertones. Its structure is impeccable offering a silky palate that leaves a long, evocative finish. A versatile accompaniment to a variety of dishes, Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018 is a sublime choice. Make this exquisite display of Swiss winemaking talent the centrepiece of your next meal. |
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Primorska | 1 | - |
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£424.84 |
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Discover the Gasper Cabernet Franc 2018, an exemplary Eastern European wine from Slovenia's Goriska Brda region. This sublime expression of Gasper, a collaboration between Guerila Estate's Zmago Petric and illustrious Italian winemaker, Gasper Carman, utilises ecologically sustainable viticulture to craft a wine embodying the essence of the area's terroir. Harvested from 15-year-old vines on marl soil, it's aged in oak barrels for eight months, adding a nuanced complexity to its profile. Upon pouring, expect a vibrant, ruby hue. The nose tempts with aromatic notes of ripe wild berries, underlaid with subtle hints of black pepper and leather. On the palate, experience an excellently structured wine; the ripeness of the fruit is beautifully balanced with the velvety tannins, leading to an elegant, long finish. The Gasper Cabernet Franc 2018 is an undisputed champion in refined taste, perfect for discerning connoisseurs. |
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Coastal Region | 3 | 97 (TA) |
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£225.64 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Even better than the 2017 release - and there aren't many top Stellenbosch Bordeaux blends that you can say that about - this is a superb Lady May that makes light of the hot, dry conditions. Something of a sleeper, it's a brooding assemblage of Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, aged in 92% new wood. Intense, smooth and textured, with graphite and cigar box aromas, fine-grained tannins and layered flavours of damson, fennel and blackcurrant leaf. |
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England | 1 | - |
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£333.64 |
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England | 1 | - |
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£519.89 |
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England | 2 | - |
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£555.64 |
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England | 2 | - |
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£559.49 |
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England | 4 | - |
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£499.49 |
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Coastal Region | 1 | 95 (TA) |
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£188.44 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)It says Cabernet Sauvignon on the label, but master blender Abrie Beeslaar adds 5% Merlot and Cabernet Franc for extra nuances and layers. Sourced from three blocks that provide more pyrazine notes, this is a deceptively forward red with leafy top notes, capsicum, coffee bean and blackcurrant flavours and plenty of underlying grip and structure. |
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Coastal Region | 2 | 97 (GS) |
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£367.24 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (97)The 2018 Paul Sauer is a classical blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc from vines averaging 30 years of age grown on dryland vineyards of Decomposed Granite and Hutton and Clovelly soils. Vibrant and ruby / purple, the wine almost glows in the glass with inviting promise. At this youthful stage, the Cabernet Sauvignon component shines through strongly revealing a generally dark, broody, black fruited demeanour embellished with subtle notes of saline crème de cassis, star anise, lead pencil shavings, dried violets and signature nuances of freshly tilled earth, buttered brown toast and hints of breakfast espresso. In the mouth, the palate shows gorgeous elegance, purity and fruit focus with the most fine grained filigree tannins, soothingly generous black berry fruits and delicious mouth-watering acids. This wine is precision personified showing such effortless grace and harmony together with a measured power and intensity. The 2018 is certainly a very classically schooled expression that waltzes across the palate without ever putting a foot out of place. Like all truly great Bordeaux blends, this has the finesse and textural harmony to drink on release but also the intensity and gravitas to age effortlessly for 20 to 30+ years. |
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Coastal Region | 1 | 94 (TA) |
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£231.64 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)This is one of two current releases of Terrasse, produced from an assemblage of Chenin Blanc and 39% Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Wax and honeysuckle aromas progress into a tangy, focused, herbal palate, with some stony reduction and a textured finish. 2021-26 |
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Nahe | 4 | - |
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£395.00 |
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Mosel | 20 | 90 (VN) |
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£279.00 |
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Vinous (90)Persian melon and pear tinged with spearmint on the nose translate into succulence on a subtly creamy, sorbet-like palate. The soothingly sustained finish is coolingly mint-laced. Will greater complexity or a mineral dimension emerge with time in bottle? |
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Mosel | 15 | - |
In Bond
£259.00 |
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The Dr Thanisch Bernkasteler Graben Riesling GG 2018 is a stunning example of German viticulture at its finest. Produced in the renown Mosel region, this Großes Gewächs (GG) Riesling, Germany's highest wine classification, evokes an elegant symphony of flavours in the glass. The Dr Thanisch estate, a revered family-run winery tracing its lineage back to 1636, meticulously raises the vines on steep, south-facing slate slopes. This rich terroir gifts the wine with its distinctive mineral complexity. Delicate fermentation in traditional old oak barrels preserves the pure varietal character, yielding an exceptional drink. The 2018 expression captivates the palate with its finely woven texture, vibrant acidity, and fruit-forward notes of apple, peach, and citrus, underscored by a subtle spicy undertone. A beautifully balanced Riesling, the Dr Thanisch Bernkasteler Graben Riesling GG 2018 showcases the sublime diversity of the grape and the region. |
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Mosel | 1 | 89 (VN) |
In Bond
£334.00 |
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Vinous (89)Gooseberry and crab apple on the nose turn tart, prickly and piquantly seed-tinged when they reemerge on a bracing, firm palate. This is not one of the many easygoing, generous, slightly soft 2018s! The finish is cheek-tugging, mouthwateringly salt-tinged and highly invigorating. (The source vineyards for this large cuvée are Saarburger Rausch, Wiltinger Braunfels and Wiltinger Rosenberg.) |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£2,517.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Auslese (AP #8) is coolish, clear, intense and concentrated on the flinty and even rocky nose with its crunchy notes of broken slate and lemon juice. On the palate, this is a generous, highly elegant and refined, beautifully balanced and salty-crystalline Auslese with concentrated but detailed, elegant fruit, finely grained minerals and a long, complex finish. An impressive, great vin de terroir. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92+ (WA) |
In Bond
£822.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92+)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Kabinett (AP #2) is brilliant, clear and coolish on the nose, with cold, wet and clayey yet also crunchy slate aromas and bright fruit. Lush and precise, with lingering salinity and mineral expression, this is a complex and structured Scharzhofberger Kabinett with great aging potential. Tasted in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
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£2,060.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94-95 (WA) |
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£1,075.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94-95)The 2018 Scharzhofberger Spätlese offers a very fine and delicate, coolish, precise and flinty bouquet with bright and elegant fruit notes. On the palate, this is a finessed, beautifully round and lush yet filigreed Spätlese with sensual, silky-textured fruit and a long, complex, well-structured and salty-piquant finish. A gorgeous classic from the Scharzhofberg. Tasted from AP #6 in June 2019. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£1,025.00 |
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Vinous (92)Influence of botrytis has steered this bottling in a very dried-fruit direction, with purple plum, white peach and quince on the nose taking on a pasted impression on the palpably dense, glossy palate. There is also a delicate aura of raw mushroom. Licks of cinnamon stick and lime zest add to the vibrancy and tactile grip of a severely concentrated finish. This definitely needs some time. |
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Porto | 2 | 18.5 (RM) |
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£482.00 |
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Richard Mayson (18.5)The second label for Fonseca, a blend fromQuinta do Panascal in the Távora Valley and Fonseca’s estates in the Pinhão Valley. Lovely, ripe expressive dark chocolate concentration on the nose, this really sings from the glass; dense and voluptuous on the palate, super-ripe and plummy with luscious texture backed by firm, gravelly tannins that extend to a broad, gripping finish. Glorious. This will be a keeper. |
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Mosel | 16 | - |
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£259.00 |
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The Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ayler Kupp Riesling GG Mosel 2018 is the epitome of Mosel terroir. Exquisitely crafted by the Zilliken estate, a family-run winery with a legacy stretching back to 1742, this bewitching vintage originates in Germany's esteemed Ayler Kupp vineyard, a true exposition of slate-rich soils. Deeply rooted Riesling vines unlock the hillside's quintessential minerality, resulting in an intoxicatingly aromatic, complex wine. A careful, traditional vinification process in hundred-year-old barrels ensues, facilitating the development of the wine's nuanced character. An impressive end product of optimal grape maturity and select picking, the GG (Grosses Gewächs) classification ensures absolute premium quality. Elegant and balanced, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ayler Kupp Riesling GG Mosel 2018 reveals graceful citrus and stone fruit notes underpinned by a vital acidity. Its expressive mineral edge and refined structure promise excellent ageing potential, and cement its status as a must-have for any devotee of fine Riesling. |
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Mosel | 8 | - |
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£259.00 |
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Embark on a journey to Germany's iconic Mosel region through the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ockfener Bockstein Riesling GG, Mosel 2018. This tantalising tipple, a product of Zilliken, one of Mosel's most esteemed masters, is the epitome of finesse and vivacity. Made in the traditional style, this exquisite Riesling hails from the Ockfener Bockstein vineyard, a site renowned for its steep slopes and Devonian slate soil, yielding wines of remarkable complexity and longevity. The vintage offers an elegant harmony of bright apple, peach and zesty citrus undertones, balanced by a striking minerality and delectable acidity. Hand harvested and matured in ancient fuder barrels, Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Ockfener Bockstein Riesling GG, Mosel 2018 brings together time-honoured winemaking traditions and unparalleled craftsmanship, a true testament to the Mosel's exceptional terroir. |
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Mosel | 4 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£389.00 |
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Vinous (94)This auctioned Auslese introduces a measure of lemon-lime citricity and a primary juiciness that would have been welcome in this year’s auction Spätlese (A.P. #7), and the similar prominence of quince and pear jellies is thereby cut and enlivened. Tangy pineapple core and bittersweet cassis contribute to the wine’s welcome animation, while the confitured orchard fruits take on a lightly caramelized edge and are joined by mango, a familiar feature from upper-Prädikat Zilliken offerings. The palate impression is dense and downright viscous but also seductively creamy in texture, setting up a lovely counterpoint with the fresh and zesty citricity as well as with the hint of resin and tannin from a fairly new fuder. The correspondingly multifaceted finish is vibrantly as well as lusciously persistent. |
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Mosel | 2 | - |
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£709.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2018. This famed Riesling hails from the prestigious vineyards of Saarburger Rausch, nestled in the heart of Germany's renowned Mosel wine region. Produced by Hanno Zilliken, a winemaking virtuoso with a wine estate pedigree dating back to 1742, the expertise invested in its creation is palpable. Benefitting from the steep, south-facing slopes which ensure excellent sunlight exposure, the Auslese Goldkapsel carries a higher degree of ripeness, attributed to meticulous hand-picking of only fully ripened grapes. This leads to an intensified fruity palate, opulent with tropical notes, yet gracefully balanced by a crisp, lively acidity. Exquisitely packaged with its distinguished gold capsule, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2018 is a testament to extraordinary German winemaking, marrying tradition and innovation with seamless ease. Its luxurious bouquet and lavish finish are a compelling sensory journey for any fine wine aficionado. |
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£264.00 |
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Experience the full potential of Saar Riesling with Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2018. This exceptional wine is crafted by the face of Saarberg, Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken, a prominent winemaking family with over 270 years of expertise. Made from grapes meticulously selected from a steep, south-facing slope along the Saar River in Germany, this wine is elegant and mature. The 2018 vintage carries a pronounced mineral sharpness with distinctive earthy notes, ensuring a delicate balance between ripe fruit and precise acidity. The fermentation takes place in traditional old oak barrels, adding a further layer of complexity. The result is a timeless heirloom, evoking the depth and precision of its origin. Savor the centuries-old winemaking tradition in every sip of Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2018. |
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Mosel | 29 | 92 (VN) |
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£185.00 |
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Vinous (92)Ripe apple, quince and honeydew melon are seductively garlanded in honeysuckle and peony as well as backed by wet stone on both the nose and the polished, buoyant, luscious palate. The lingering finish is animating, consummately refreshing and mouthwateringly salt-suffused. Once again, here is a Zilliken Riesling that looks on paper like a Spätlese destined to taste overly sweet, yet manages to come off as only subtly so, while offering at least good arguments – even if some tasters will be unconvinced – for its having been labeled Kabinett. |
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Mosel | 6 | 92 (VN) |
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£312.00 |
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Vinous (92)This wine was raised in a five-year-old fuder with the intention of lending some structure and some pushback to its sweetness – and there is indeed a lot of sweetness here, pushing things in a syrupy direction. Quince and pear jellies and glazed pineapple dominate on the nose and the viscous, glycerol-rich palate. Happily, there is a lovely sense of lift despite the wine’s sheer concentration. Hints of zest from candied citrus peels as well as of resin from barrel add to the counterpoint supplied by tangy pineapple core on a finish of formidable persistence. And one hopes that there will be further diversity as well as a counter to the sweetness as this wine evolves in bottle. It originated with a 117-Oechsle must, and Hanno Zilliken even referred to it as a “super Auslese,” adding with a smile, “one that lent itself to offering as our auction Spätlese.” And he readily admitted that the estate has never before marketed as Spätlese any wine this concentrated and from fruit this high in must weight. (Readers already familiar with the Zillikens’ unique approach to registration numbers will recognize that this wine’s A.P. #7 implies not just that they deemed it superior in quality but also that it reflects a higher must weight than do three wines – the A.P. #s 8-10 – that were labeled as Auslese.) |
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Niederosterreich | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£2,767.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Fermented and aged in 500-liter tonneaux, the 2018 Grüner Veltliner Unendlich is intense in its radiant lemon yellow color. Aged on the full lees for a year and assembled about four weeks prior to bottling, the 2018 opens with a very intense, complex and finely oaky bouquet of concentrated pineapples, ripe stone fruits and some dashes of fresh lemon juice. Full-bodied, rich and round on the palate, with remarkably fine acidity and precision, this is a very intense, powerful and creamy-textured Unendlich with tropical and hedonistic fruit aromas but this precise and sharp Kellerberg acidity that cuts through like a laser sword. The 2018 Unendlich is incredibly long but keeps the focus and precision and finishes not only fresh but also finessed. Incredible. The 500-liter Meursault barrels were just perfect for this wine and deliver not only an aromatic spiciness and warm complexity but also very fine tannins and this transparency that stainless steel would never would have caused. This is amazing wine. Wine lovers of the world, unite and take over! The nose is very intense and stimulating, but there is nothing vulgar. The finish is enormously intense, rich and sweet but with sharp crystalline acidity that brings the wine back home to the Wachau after excursions into the Rhône and Meursault. 15.5% alcohol. Tasted at the domain in June 2021. |
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Exuding class in every drop, Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 is a paramount expression of the famed Swiss wine-making heritage. Produced in the renowned Gantenbein winery nestled in the alpine environs of Graubünden, this opulent wine is quintessentially Swiss. It was crafted from meticulously picked grapes and matured in French oak barrels, which instil it with an unrivalled complexity and a balanced, refined structure. The Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 combines the minerality typical of the Rhine Valley with the fresh vivacity of the Chardonnay grape, creating an exquisite palate of fresh green apple, lemon zest and vanilla. Its maturation on the lees gives it a creamy texture, perfectly balancing out the acidity. Furthermore, the Gantenbein family's commitment to sustainability is felt in this wine's eco-conscious production methods. Collectors and enthusiasts will find the Gantenbein Chardonnay 2018 an essential addition to their cellars, a testament to the fine art of Swiss wine. |
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Graubunden | 1 | - |
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£1,470.00 |
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Indulge in the elegance and complexity of Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018. This outstanding wine is a testament to sophisticated winemaking from the revered Gantenbein Winery, nestled in Switzerland's Graubunden region. Made meticulously using traditional biodynamic practices for optimal expression of terroir, Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018 exemplifies the balance, depth and finesse that is characteristic of Swiss wines. Each grape carefully handpicked, the wine is matured in French oak barrels, delivering a layered bouquet brimming with ripe dark fruit, earthy truffle and delicate floral undertones. Its structure is impeccable offering a silky palate that leaves a long, evocative finish. A versatile accompaniment to a variety of dishes, Gantenbein Pinot Noir 2018 is a sublime choice. Make this exquisite display of Swiss winemaking talent the centrepiece of your next meal. |
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Primorska | 1 | - |
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£338.00 |
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Discover the Gasper Cabernet Franc 2018, an exemplary Eastern European wine from Slovenia's Goriska Brda region. This sublime expression of Gasper, a collaboration between Guerila Estate's Zmago Petric and illustrious Italian winemaker, Gasper Carman, utilises ecologically sustainable viticulture to craft a wine embodying the essence of the area's terroir. Harvested from 15-year-old vines on marl soil, it's aged in oak barrels for eight months, adding a nuanced complexity to its profile. Upon pouring, expect a vibrant, ruby hue. The nose tempts with aromatic notes of ripe wild berries, underlaid with subtle hints of black pepper and leather. On the palate, experience an excellently structured wine; the ripeness of the fruit is beautifully balanced with the velvety tannins, leading to an elegant, long finish. The Gasper Cabernet Franc 2018 is an undisputed champion in refined taste, perfect for discerning connoisseurs. |
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Coastal Region | 3 | 97 (TA) |
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£172.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Even better than the 2017 release - and there aren't many top Stellenbosch Bordeaux blends that you can say that about - this is a superb Lady May that makes light of the hot, dry conditions. Something of a sleeper, it's a brooding assemblage of Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, aged in 92% new wood. Intense, smooth and textured, with graphite and cigar box aromas, fine-grained tannins and layered flavours of damson, fennel and blackcurrant leaf. |
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England | 1 | - |
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£262.00 |
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£414.00 |
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£397.00 |
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Coastal Region | 1 | 95 (TA) |
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£141.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)It says Cabernet Sauvignon on the label, but master blender Abrie Beeslaar adds 5% Merlot and Cabernet Franc for extra nuances and layers. Sourced from three blocks that provide more pyrazine notes, this is a deceptively forward red with leafy top notes, capsicum, coffee bean and blackcurrant flavours and plenty of underlying grip and structure. |
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Coastal Region | 2 | 97 (GS) |
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£290.00 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (97)The 2018 Paul Sauer is a classical blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc from vines averaging 30 years of age grown on dryland vineyards of Decomposed Granite and Hutton and Clovelly soils. Vibrant and ruby / purple, the wine almost glows in the glass with inviting promise. At this youthful stage, the Cabernet Sauvignon component shines through strongly revealing a generally dark, broody, black fruited demeanour embellished with subtle notes of saline crème de cassis, star anise, lead pencil shavings, dried violets and signature nuances of freshly tilled earth, buttered brown toast and hints of breakfast espresso. In the mouth, the palate shows gorgeous elegance, purity and fruit focus with the most fine grained filigree tannins, soothingly generous black berry fruits and delicious mouth-watering acids. This wine is precision personified showing such effortless grace and harmony together with a measured power and intensity. The 2018 is certainly a very classically schooled expression that waltzes across the palate without ever putting a foot out of place. Like all truly great Bordeaux blends, this has the finesse and textural harmony to drink on release but also the intensity and gravitas to age effortlessly for 20 to 30+ years. |
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£177.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)This is one of two current releases of Terrasse, produced from an assemblage of Chenin Blanc and 39% Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Wax and honeysuckle aromas progress into a tangy, focused, herbal palate, with some stony reduction and a textured finish. 2021-26 |
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