All Red Wines
Welcome to our collection of exquisite red wines from around the world. Indulge in a sensory journey that takes you through the diverse terroirs and distinctive flavors crafted by renowned winemakers. From bold and robust to elegant and refined, our selection offers a delightful array of red wines to satisfy every palate.
Each bottle we offer is a testament to the artistry and passion of winemaking. Our team of experts has meticulously curated this collection to bring you the finest red wines from renowned vineyards across the globe. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or an enthusiastic beginner, we have something to captivate your taste buds and elevate your wine experience.
Explore the deep, velvety reds from the rolling vineyards of Bordeaux, where centuries of winemaking tradition have shaped some of the most sought-after blends in the world. Indulge in the rich, full-bodied flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, crafted with meticulous care and precision.
Venture to the sun-soaked hills of Tuscany, where the Sangiovese grape thrives, giving birth to the enchanting Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino wines. Savor the harmonious balance of fruit and earth, a true reflection of Italy's winemaking heritage.
Cross the ocean to the New World, where the vineyards of California, Australia, and South America produce bold and fruit-forward red wines that have garnered international acclaim. Discover the opulence of Napa Valley's Cabernet Sauvignon, the elegance of Australia's Shiraz, or the intensity of Argentina's Malbec.
Uncover the hidden gems of lesser-known wine regions, where passionate winemakers are creating remarkable red wines that surprise and delight. From the hills of Lebanon to the valleys of South Africa, each bottle tells a unique story and offers a taste of the terroir from which it originates.
At Cru, we believe that wine is an invitation to explore the world and its diverse flavors. Our collection of red wines represents a global celebration of craftsmanship, tradition, and the unending pursuit of excellence. Indulge in the remarkable tapestry of flavors, aromas, and textures that red wines offer, and let us guide you on a remarkable journey through the world of wine.
All Red Wines
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£519.20 |
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The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a prestige product from the famed Burgundy region in France, widely appreciated by seasoned wine enthusiasts. This wine, produced by Thibaud Clerget, the young energic winemaker representing the 28th generation of Domaine Yvon Clerget, is a true testament to the family's vinicultural heritage. Exuding a unique purity of fruit and an expression of the vineyard's limestone-based soil, this Pinot Noir is harvested from 0.5 hectares of 49-year-old vines, fermented in oak barrels for a period of 18 months. The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is notable for its bright red fruit flavours, exquisitely balanced with tannins and acidity that promises longevity. The wine's elegance, depth, and remarkable complexity reflect the artistry bestowed by Thibaud that elevates the wine drinking experience to another level. A rare gem, the Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a testament to the finesse of Burgundian Pinot Noir. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88-91 (VN) |
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£532.40 |
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Vinous (88-91)The 2017 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is a new wine in the range. Tightly wound and laced with mineral tones, the Mitans has a core of energy that really differentiates it in the lineup. Dark red fruit, lavender, rose petal, wild flowers, mint and spice emerge in the glass, but only with great reluctance. A Burgundy of understatement and power, the 2017 needs time to fully come together, but it is quite promising. The 33% new oak is well-judged. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£495.89 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru has a dense and backward bouquet that I suspect has closed down a little since bottling. Dark berry fruit, touches of baking powder and blood orange surface with time. The palate is medium-bodied but tight at the moment with grippy tannins, very pure, quite masculine and almost Pommard-like for a Volnay with a citrus-driven finish. Impressive, but it needs time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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£259.24 |
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Vinous (89-91)Clerget's 2016 Volnay is a wine of notable purity and translucence. Bright red stone fruit and floral notes all lift from this exquisitely beautiful, lilting village-level Volnay endowed with superb finesse. I tasted the 2016 from tank, about two months before bottling. Yields are down a whopping 80%. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-88 (VN) |
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£261.12 |
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Vinous (87-88)The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (VN) |
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£324.72 |
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Vinous (90-93)Clerget's Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru is one of the more overtly ripe wines in the lineup. Kirsch, red raspberries, mint and wild flowers are all given an extra kick of raciness in the Santenots, a wine that really stands out for its nuance, suppleness and flat-out deliciousness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£455.52 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru contains 20% whole bunch with 20% new oak with zero pigeage, more like a infusion during the maceration. The nose sported a very slight reduction, dark berries, touches of loam and candied orange peel. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fleshy and ripe, quite grippy towards the finish where I would just like to see a little more tension. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£385.15 |
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Vinous (93)The 2021 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru comprises two barrels instead of 18 barrels, indicating the severity of the frost. No pigeage for this vintage. The bouquet was slightly reduced as expected, the 20% whole bunches lending just a touch of black pepper. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity and a little more sinew here, with a fine grip on the finish. Very classy. |
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Victoria | 1 | - |
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£133.73 |
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Yabby Lake Block 6 Pinot Noir 2017 epitomises the elegance and finesse characteristic of premium cool-climate viticulture. Sourced from Yabby Lake’s prestigious Block 6 vineyard in the heart of the Yarra Valley, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulously managed vine canopies and optimal ripening conditions. Hand-harvested grapes undergo a gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving delicate aromatics and vibrant acidity. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, the wine develops subtle vanilla and spice notes without overshadowing its intrinsic fruit profile. Crafted by the esteemed Yabby Lake winery, renowned for their commitment to sustainable practices, the 2017 vintage displays a nuanced palate of dark cherry, raspberry, and earthy undertones, supported by silky tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly poised to cellar or enjoy now, Yabby Lake Block 6 Pinot Noir 2017 is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and terroir expression. |
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Victoria | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
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£154.13 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Hand-picked and sorted, gently destemmed, partial whole berry adherence for stems, 4 days cold soak, wild-fermented, 14 days on skins, pressed to tight-grain puncheons for 8 months maturation. A layered palate interleaving velvety fruit and hints of forest on the long, medium-bodied palate. Trophy Best Pinot Noir Mornington Peninsula Wine Show. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£385.98 |
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James Suckling (98)This is a strong cross-regional combination. Immense depth of olives, cassis, blue plums and iodine with blackberries, earthy nuances, fragrant baking spices and chocolate. The palate is beautifully assembled with deep-set tannins that carry long and majestic. Rich dark-fruit flavors. A landmark first release that will drink well for decades. Drink from 2024. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19.5+ (MJ) |
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£486.36 |
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Matthew Jukes (19.5+)2013 is a powerhouse, with density, structure and presence, but it is not a heavy wine! Instead, this is a cerebral, through-provoking number with layer upon layer of savoury, noble fruit. The differences between the yin and yang of these two vintages is also evident in the blend. 2012 was made of 79% Cabernet (of which 27% was Barossan and the lion’s share was from Coonawarra) and 21% Barossa Shiraz. In 2013 KG marries 55% Coonawarra Cabernet with 45% Barossa Shiraz. This is a more ‘historical-Aussie-claret-shaped’ wine and the extra splash of Barossa Shiraz helps to bring flesh to the upright, masterful Cabernet. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
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£227.06 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)It falls safe into the hands of excellence. It has the shape, complexity, fruit power, overall balance and then the length to make its price-tag look justifiable. It's going to age like an absolute beauty. Both intricately and firmly tannin, ripped with blackcurrant, lightened by mint and slipped with undergrowth and cedar wood characters. Nothing is overdone and yet everything has a presence, a power. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (TRR) |
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£551.58 |
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The Real Review (98)This wine is continuing to build, and is now showing a glorious perfume, the aromatics similar to the 2012, which set a very high standard that this vintage reaches and arguably surpasses. Spicy and ultra-complex, with shiraz and Barossa both evident in the wine. It's very intense, taut and concentrated, as well as finely-textured and incredibly long in the mouth. A great wine of wonderful purity and harmony. (74% Coonawarra cabernet, 26% Barossa shiraz) |
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South Australia | 1 | 20++ (MJ) |
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£227.06 |
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Matthew Jukes (20++)You have seen my MoneyWeek article above and this time that is all you are getting. This wine WILL feature in my 100 Best Australian Wines Report 2021-22, which WILL be released this year. Forgive me for the capitals, but I have had enough of this pandemic and so I am pressing on regardless. You already know my score, but here it is again and it certainly bears repeating. But before I type this perfect number again I would like to inform you that I tasted 450 bottles of 2020 En Primeur Bordeaux this year and I would, of course, love you to download this Report from this website. The reason for mentioning this is that none of them warranted a perfect score, so I hope that this underlines just how remarkable it is that The Caley has done this twice in five years and also, with an average of 19.6/20, this accounts for my lofty headline at the top of this article. |
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South Australia | 1 | 20++ (MJ) |
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£551.58 |
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Matthew Jukes (20++)You have seen my MoneyWeek article above and this time that is all you are getting. This wine WILL feature in my 100 Best Australian Wines Report 2021-22, which WILL be released this year. Forgive me for the capitals, but I have had enough of this pandemic and so I am pressing on regardless. You already know my score, but here it is again and it certainly bears repeating. But before I type this perfect number again I would like to inform you that I tasted 450 bottles of 2020 En Primeur Bordeaux this year and I would, of course, love you to download this Report from this website. The reason for mentioning this is that none of them warranted a perfect score, so I hope that this underlines just how remarkable it is that The Caley has done this twice in five years and also, with an average of 19.6/20, this accounts for my lofty headline at the top of this article. |
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South Australia | 1 | 99 (TRR) |
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£242.66 |
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The Real Review (99)Good depth and hue of colour it's still purple-tinted at this age. The bouquet is fresh and bold, replete with forest-floor/mint and dried-herb nuances, while the palate is very powerful, concentrated, full-bodied and firmly constructed. Deep-set cassis fruit as well, still partially in hiding. This is a dense, power-packed cabernet-driven red with abundant tannins. Tremendously long finish. A magnificent wine, which has what it takes to age and reward cellaring for the long term. (80% Coonawarra cabernet, 20% Barossa shiraz) |
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South Australia | 4 | 97 (TRR) |
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£427.78 |
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The Real Review (97)Ink black core, deep ruby and purple tones into the rim. Heady nose of ripe mulberry, ironstone, anise and cedar shavings. The palate fills with plush blue and purple fruits, an instant realisation that many elements are in play, all melded with a seamless purity that impresses. Savoury notes of ferrous minerals, dark spices and mocha all build this wine up whilst fine, gravelly tannins ensure that intensity translates to a driven and incredibly long palate. This is just a pup but so approachable in its texture, will build even more as it ages. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£363.58 |
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Vinous (96)The 2015 The Signature cellar release is powerful yet understated with mulberry, blackberry and clove spice against a backdrop of beautifully integrated oak. This is rich, fleshy and still youthful, with a lovely even flow. Its fruit power and tension are still holding strong. The 2015 is getting close to its peak but has plenty left to give over at least a decade, if not two. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£293.98 |
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James Suckling (96)A very youthful vintage, this is taut and will age very well. Aromas of blackcurrants, tar, blackberries and baking spices lead to a palate that has such an intense, gently smoky thread with a succulent, juicy red-plum, berry and spice finish. Light espresso. Super long-aging Signature here. A blend of Barossa cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Try from 2024. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£357.20 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 |
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£315.12 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
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£108.53 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Sourced from a propitiously sited single plot, where sand meets ironstone. Sorted abstemiously following hand picking. Wild fermented on skins for 16 days. Élévage in a combination of new and older French puncheons, in addition to a 25L foudre following a barrel cull and blending. Density and pliancy, the calling cards. All offset by the juiciest red cherry-skinned tannins flecked with violet, blueberry, rose petal and spice, directing the fray. Tactile barely describes this, so moreish and conducive to the next glass, as it draws the saliva in preparation. |
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South Australia | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£793.18 |
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James Suckling (100)So plush with a mix of red and blue-fruit aromas on the nose, as well as blood-orange and almost violet-like floral notes. The palate is very plush and juicy with such a long, seamless and silky feel. Super intense and very, very plush with deep, deep rich fruit. Mouthwatering. Super long. Super rich. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£412.00 |
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The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a prestige product from the famed Burgundy region in France, widely appreciated by seasoned wine enthusiasts. This wine, produced by Thibaud Clerget, the young energic winemaker representing the 28th generation of Domaine Yvon Clerget, is a true testament to the family's vinicultural heritage. Exuding a unique purity of fruit and an expression of the vineyard's limestone-based soil, this Pinot Noir is harvested from 0.5 hectares of 49-year-old vines, fermented in oak barrels for a period of 18 months. The Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is notable for its bright red fruit flavours, exquisitely balanced with tannins and acidity that promises longevity. The wine's elegance, depth, and remarkable complexity reflect the artistry bestowed by Thibaud that elevates the wine drinking experience to another level. A rare gem, the Clerget Volnay 1er Cru Les Mitans 2016 is a testament to the finesse of Burgundian Pinot Noir. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 88-91 (VN) |
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£423.00 |
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Vinous (88-91)The 2017 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru is a new wine in the range. Tightly wound and laced with mineral tones, the Mitans has a core of energy that really differentiates it in the lineup. Dark red fruit, lavender, rose petal, wild flowers, mint and spice emerge in the glass, but only with great reluctance. A Burgundy of understatement and power, the 2017 needs time to fully come together, but it is quite promising. The 33% new oak is well-judged. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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£394.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Volnay Les Mitans 1er Cru has a dense and backward bouquet that I suspect has closed down a little since bottling. Dark berry fruit, touches of baking powder and blood orange surface with time. The palate is medium-bodied but tight at the moment with grippy tannins, very pure, quite masculine and almost Pommard-like for a Volnay with a citrus-driven finish. Impressive, but it needs time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
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£200.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)Clerget's 2016 Volnay is a wine of notable purity and translucence. Bright red stone fruit and floral notes all lift from this exquisitely beautiful, lilting village-level Volnay endowed with superb finesse. I tasted the 2016 from tank, about two months before bottling. Yields are down a whopping 80%. - Antonio Galloni |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-88 (VN) |
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£199.00 |
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Vinous (87-88)The 2017 Volnay is soft, open-knit and pliant, with lovely red berry fruit and floral character. Lifted, ethereal and gracious, the 2017 will drink nicely upon release. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-93 (VN) |
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£252.00 |
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Vinous (90-93)Clerget's Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru is one of the more overtly ripe wines in the lineup. Kirsch, red raspberries, mint and wild flowers are all given an extra kick of raciness in the Santenots, a wine that really stands out for its nuance, suppleness and flat-out deliciousness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£361.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru contains 20% whole bunch with 20% new oak with zero pigeage, more like a infusion during the maceration. The nose sported a very slight reduction, dark berries, touches of loam and candied orange peel. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fleshy and ripe, quite grippy towards the finish where I would just like to see a little more tension. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£312.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2021 Volnay Les Santenots 1er Cru comprises two barrels instead of 18 barrels, indicating the severity of the frost. No pigeage for this vintage. The bouquet was slightly reduced as expected, the 20% whole bunches lending just a touch of black pepper. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, fine acidity and a little more sinew here, with a fine grip on the finish. Very classy. |
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Victoria | 1 | - |
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£108.00 |
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Yabby Lake Block 6 Pinot Noir 2017 epitomises the elegance and finesse characteristic of premium cool-climate viticulture. Sourced from Yabby Lake’s prestigious Block 6 vineyard in the heart of the Yarra Valley, this Pinot Noir benefits from meticulously managed vine canopies and optimal ripening conditions. Hand-harvested grapes undergo a gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving delicate aromatics and vibrant acidity. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, the wine develops subtle vanilla and spice notes without overshadowing its intrinsic fruit profile. Crafted by the esteemed Yabby Lake winery, renowned for their commitment to sustainable practices, the 2017 vintage displays a nuanced palate of dark cherry, raspberry, and earthy undertones, supported by silky tannins and a lingering finish. Perfectly poised to cellar or enjoy now, Yabby Lake Block 6 Pinot Noir 2017 is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and terroir expression. |
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Victoria | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
In Bond
£125.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Hand-picked and sorted, gently destemmed, partial whole berry adherence for stems, 4 days cold soak, wild-fermented, 14 days on skins, pressed to tight-grain puncheons for 8 months maturation. A layered palate interleaving velvety fruit and hints of forest on the long, medium-bodied palate. Trophy Best Pinot Noir Mornington Peninsula Wine Show. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£312.00 |
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James Suckling (98)This is a strong cross-regional combination. Immense depth of olives, cassis, blue plums and iodine with blackberries, earthy nuances, fragrant baking spices and chocolate. The palate is beautifully assembled with deep-set tannins that carry long and majestic. Rich dark-fruit flavors. A landmark first release that will drink well for decades. Drink from 2024. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19.5+ (MJ) |
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£396.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (19.5+)2013 is a powerhouse, with density, structure and presence, but it is not a heavy wine! Instead, this is a cerebral, through-provoking number with layer upon layer of savoury, noble fruit. The differences between the yin and yang of these two vintages is also evident in the blend. 2012 was made of 79% Cabernet (of which 27% was Barossan and the lion’s share was from Coonawarra) and 21% Barossa Shiraz. In 2013 KG marries 55% Coonawarra Cabernet with 45% Barossa Shiraz. This is a more ‘historical-Aussie-claret-shaped’ wine and the extra splash of Barossa Shiraz helps to bring flesh to the upright, masterful Cabernet. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
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£186.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)It falls safe into the hands of excellence. It has the shape, complexity, fruit power, overall balance and then the length to make its price-tag look justifiable. It's going to age like an absolute beauty. Both intricately and firmly tannin, ripped with blackcurrant, lightened by mint and slipped with undergrowth and cedar wood characters. Nothing is overdone and yet everything has a presence, a power. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (TRR) |
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£450.00 |
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The Real Review (98)This wine is continuing to build, and is now showing a glorious perfume, the aromatics similar to the 2012, which set a very high standard that this vintage reaches and arguably surpasses. Spicy and ultra-complex, with shiraz and Barossa both evident in the wine. It's very intense, taut and concentrated, as well as finely-textured and incredibly long in the mouth. A great wine of wonderful purity and harmony. (74% Coonawarra cabernet, 26% Barossa shiraz) |
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South Australia | 1 | 20++ (MJ) |
In Bond
£186.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (20++)You have seen my MoneyWeek article above and this time that is all you are getting. This wine WILL feature in my 100 Best Australian Wines Report 2021-22, which WILL be released this year. Forgive me for the capitals, but I have had enough of this pandemic and so I am pressing on regardless. You already know my score, but here it is again and it certainly bears repeating. But before I type this perfect number again I would like to inform you that I tasted 450 bottles of 2020 En Primeur Bordeaux this year and I would, of course, love you to download this Report from this website. The reason for mentioning this is that none of them warranted a perfect score, so I hope that this underlines just how remarkable it is that The Caley has done this twice in five years and also, with an average of 19.6/20, this accounts for my lofty headline at the top of this article. |
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South Australia | 1 | 20++ (MJ) |
In Bond
£450.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (20++)You have seen my MoneyWeek article above and this time that is all you are getting. This wine WILL feature in my 100 Best Australian Wines Report 2021-22, which WILL be released this year. Forgive me for the capitals, but I have had enough of this pandemic and so I am pressing on regardless. You already know my score, but here it is again and it certainly bears repeating. But before I type this perfect number again I would like to inform you that I tasted 450 bottles of 2020 En Primeur Bordeaux this year and I would, of course, love you to download this Report from this website. The reason for mentioning this is that none of them warranted a perfect score, so I hope that this underlines just how remarkable it is that The Caley has done this twice in five years and also, with an average of 19.6/20, this accounts for my lofty headline at the top of this article. |
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South Australia | 1 | 99 (TRR) |
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£199.00 |
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The Real Review (99)Good depth and hue of colour it's still purple-tinted at this age. The bouquet is fresh and bold, replete with forest-floor/mint and dried-herb nuances, while the palate is very powerful, concentrated, full-bodied and firmly constructed. Deep-set cassis fruit as well, still partially in hiding. This is a dense, power-packed cabernet-driven red with abundant tannins. Tremendously long finish. A magnificent wine, which has what it takes to age and reward cellaring for the long term. (80% Coonawarra cabernet, 20% Barossa shiraz) |
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South Australia | 4 | 97 (TRR) |
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£336.50 |
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The Real Review (97)Ink black core, deep ruby and purple tones into the rim. Heady nose of ripe mulberry, ironstone, anise and cedar shavings. The palate fills with plush blue and purple fruits, an instant realisation that many elements are in play, all melded with a seamless purity that impresses. Savoury notes of ferrous minerals, dark spices and mocha all build this wine up whilst fine, gravelly tannins ensure that intensity translates to a driven and incredibly long palate. This is just a pup but so approachable in its texture, will build even more as it ages. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£283.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2015 The Signature cellar release is powerful yet understated with mulberry, blackberry and clove spice against a backdrop of beautifully integrated oak. This is rich, fleshy and still youthful, with a lovely even flow. Its fruit power and tension are still holding strong. The 2015 is getting close to its peak but has plenty left to give over at least a decade, if not two. |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£225.00 |
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James Suckling (96)A very youthful vintage, this is taut and will age very well. Aromas of blackcurrants, tar, blackberries and baking spices lead to a palate that has such an intense, gently smoky thread with a succulent, juicy red-plum, berry and spice finish. Light espresso. Super long-aging Signature here. A blend of Barossa cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Try from 2024. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£277.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 |
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£244.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
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£87.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Sourced from a propitiously sited single plot, where sand meets ironstone. Sorted abstemiously following hand picking. Wild fermented on skins for 16 days. Élévage in a combination of new and older French puncheons, in addition to a 25L foudre following a barrel cull and blending. Density and pliancy, the calling cards. All offset by the juiciest red cherry-skinned tannins flecked with violet, blueberry, rose petal and spice, directing the fray. Tactile barely describes this, so moreish and conducive to the next glass, as it draws the saliva in preparation. |
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South Australia | 1 | 100 (JS) |
In Bond
£641.00 |
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James Suckling (100)So plush with a mix of red and blue-fruit aromas on the nose, as well as blood-orange and almost violet-like floral notes. The palate is very plush and juicy with such a long, seamless and silky feel. Super intense and very, very plush with deep, deep rich fruit. Mouthwatering. Super long. Super rich. |
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