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 | 1 | - |
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£10,219.45 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£124.13 |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£294.80 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Coming from a tiny 1.5-hectare portion of clay and limestone soils and all old vine Grenache, the 2018 Gigondas La Colline is another gorgeous wine from this estate that strikes a balance between richness and elegance. More ruby-hued (these wines are never the deepest hued in Gigondas) and with a killer perfume of kirsch liqueur, framboise, herbes de Provence, chocolate, roasted herbs, and chalky minerality, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ultra-fine tannins, no hard edges, and a gorgeous, heady finish. This cuvée is almost always the more powerful and concentrated in the lineup, yet in 2018 it shows the more elegant, seamless style of the vintage beautifully. It’s going to benefit from a year or two of bottle age and drink fabulous well for a decade. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (WS) |
Inc. VAT
£418.40 |
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Wine Spectator (96)This is nicely packed, with a range of dark plum, boysenberry preserve and cherry pate de fruit flavors pumping through, all carried by fine, racy and thoroughly imbedded chalky minerality. The structure lets the fruit play out while additional floral, tea and anise notes swirl in on the finish. A beauty. Drink now through 2036. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£294.80 |
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Vinous (97)Lurid ruby. Hugely perfumed, mineral- and spice-accented red berry liqueur, cherry-cola incense and garrigue qualities on the sharply delineated nose. It offers vibrant, palate-staining cherry preserve, Chambord, boysenberry, floral pastille and Moroccan spice flavors that show uncanny energy for their depth. The spice and floral notes dominate a strikingly long, sappy finish framed by silky, finely polished tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£444.79 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)More finesse-oriented than the blockbuster style La Colline release, the 2015 Gigondas le Lieu Dit is another Grenache-dominated wine that comes from a cooler, late parcel of sandy soils located just beside the estate. Notes of strawberries, raspberries, crushed flowers, kirsch and spice all emerge from this full-bodied, utterly seamless, pure and gorgeously balanced beauty that doesn’t have a hard edge to be found. It will drink well for 10-15 years or more. |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£306.80 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Coming from a sandy parcel just beside the winery and all old-vine Grenache, the 2018 Gigondas Le Lieu Dit makes the most of this vintage and is a classic example of this cooler terroir. Gorgeous notes of kirsch liqueur, rose petals, strawberries, spring flowers, toasted spices, and peppery herbs all give way to a full-bodied, beautifully textured, elegant Gigondas that has a wonderful sense of finesse, classic southern Rhône power and richness, flawless balance, and a great finish. It’s one of the wines of the vintage. While it’s not the biggest wine in the lineup, it has incredible finesse and elegance. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£390.80 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2019 Gigondas Le Lieu-Dit is as good as it gets – hats off to the young Julien Brechet for one of the finest Gigondas ever made. Coming from a cooler, sandy terroir next to this estate and all Grenache, it was 70% destemmed and spent 18 months in used demi-muids before being moved to concrete tanks prior to bottling. A Grand Cru Red Burgundy-like array of wild strawberries, framboise, flowers, sappy green herbs, and spice all emerge on the nose. This is followed by a seamless, full-bodied, incredibly pure Gigondas that’s more about finesse and elegance than sheer power. I love it today, yet it has the balance, as well as structure, to benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for two decades if stored properly. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96+ (JD) |
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£292.78 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96+)All Mourvèdre brought up in old demi-muids, the 2018 Gigondas Le Plateau is a stunning example of this variety that does everything right. Classic Mourvèdre notes of blueberries, mulberries, new leather, lavender, and ground pepper give way to a full-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant 2018 that has stacked mid-palate, flawless balance, silky tannins, and a great finish. It shows more tannins and structure with time in the glass, so give this beauty 2-3 years of bottle age, it should have 15-20 years of overall longevity. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WS) |
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£417.58 |
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Wine Spectator (96)This shows a prominent leather-wrapped and cassis-soaked rosemary flavor profile, while bitter cherry and plum fruit notes make a bid for attention. The finish is paved with warm stone and smoldering garrigue accents, along with a long, lingering tobacco edge. A Bandol-esque version of Gigondas. Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache and Clairette. Best from 2025 through 2040. |
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Rhone | 30 | 96 (JD) |
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£298.78 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96)Always not destemmed, the 2022 Gigondas Le Plateau just about jumps out of the glass with its spice, wild, floral and exotic Mourvèdre character. Red, blue, and black fruits, game, peppery garrigue, and violet notes all give way to a medium to full-bodied, broad, layered, structured 2022 that, while it largely offers pleasure, has two decades of prime drinking. |
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Rhone | 5 | 98 (JD) |
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£170.93 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Based on 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, and the rest Syrah, the tiny production 2022 Gigondas Le Regard Loin is gorgeous, and I think it’s the standout in the lineup. Black raspberries, ground pepper, sappy flowers, and spice are just some of its nuances, and it's just about perfect on the palate, with full-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and ultra-fine tannins. I love it today, but this beauty will cruise for two decades. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£305.98 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)There's no doubt that this cuvée is among the very best Syrahs bottled in the Southern Rhône. The 2018 Gigondas les Routes (from a vintage that favored Grenache) is perfumed and floral, with prominent violet notes joining hints of potpourri, garrigue and licorice. Blueberries and mint appear on the full-bodied palate, which delivers concentrated fruit flavors without any sense of excess weight, finishing long, lively and silky. |
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Rhone | 30 | 95 (JD) |
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£297.58 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)The 2022 Gigondas Les Routes is another Hermitage look-alike with its leather, gamey blue fruits, fig leaf, and graphite aromas and flavors. Richly textured and medium to full-bodied on the palate, it's a rich, concentrated, yet also weightless Syrah that has so much to love. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£209.98 |
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Decanter (95)The original blended Domaine des Bosquets Gigondas is now available in two cuvées: Font des Bosquets (young vines, shorter ageing, no oak) and Réserve (older vines, 14 plots vinified separately including fruit from the top single vineyard sites, maturation in different types of oak for 18 months depending on the variety). The result is an extraordinary exercise in elegance, beautifully silky tannins and deeply vinous fruit. This is long, shapely and tapered with depth, freshness, elegance, and a seamless character. If the alcohol was marginally better integrated this would possible score higher. It's quite an expressive, almost showy wine, but it will be excellent when it's ready. Not as strongly characterful as each of the single vineyard expressions, but better balanced, and more quintessentially Gigondas. In organic conversion. |
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Rhone | 8 | 95 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£191.98 |
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Decanter (95)A full-bodied, harmonious blend, not quite as aggressively concentrated as his single-vineyard wines this year. Very tannic still, and well balanced despite its enormous size. Long finish, saturated with thick, fine tannins. The oak is quite prominent for now, but there's enough fruit to match it. Will be good when it's ready. 70% destemmed, then vinified plot-by-plot. The Syrah is aged in recent-use (but not new) barriques, the Mourvèdre in old barriques and the Grenache in larger barrels (mostly old) and concrete. Then the wine spends six months in concrete tanks after blending. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£366.80 |
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The Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2012 is an exquisite manifestation of Burgundy's timeworn mastery in winemaking. This fine Pinot Noir is hewn from the historic vineyards of Beaune Bressandes in France's heartland, a terroir famed for its impeccable, mineral-rich soils. Domaine de la Vougeraie, the revered producer, is noted for its organic and biodynamic practices, impeccably infusing centuries of winemaking tradition with modern sustainability. The maturation of this distinguished vintage occurred over 14-16 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which were new, adding a balanced resonance to the flavour profile. Upon savouring, one is treated to a gourmet symphony of ripe cherry, plum, and subtle spice notes, enriched by an underlying earthy complexity. A perfect embodiment of the vintage's remarkable quality, the Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2012 shows an elegantly balanced acid structure, silky tannins, and an enduring, sumptuous finish. A truly splendid, quintessentially French showcase of sublime winemaking artistry. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£121.45 |
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Drawing deeply from the rich heritage of Burgundy, Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015 is an expression of refined elegance and distinctive character. This exceptional Pinot Noir hails from the ancient sun-drenched slopes of Beaune's Bressandes vineyard, known for its extraordinary terroir. Grown on calcareous-clay soils and crafted by Domaine Croix, a reputable name in the Burgundy wine panorama, this red wine encapsulates a sense of place like none other. The Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015, matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, offers an exciting bouquet of black berries, ripe red fruits, and discreet spicy notes. Well-structured and opulent, it embraces the palate with juicy tannins and lingers in the mouth with its stimulating finish. This fine wine is suitable for long ageing, unveiling more complex, earthy undertones over time. Experience the benchmark of French viticulture with the Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) |
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£100.13 |
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Vinous (87-89)The 2013 Beaune Grèves comes across as a bit compact and not as expressive as the other wines in the range. There is good depth and energy in the glass, along with expressive inflections of dark-fleshed fruit. A relatively high amount of CO2 masks some of the wine's personality today. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£444.80 |
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Tucked within the Burgundy's prized Côte de Beaune, the Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019, from the sacred plots of Domaine Croix, is a fine testament to the opulence of the 2019 vintage. This Pinot Noir is grown in limestone-rich soil and harvested in small, meticulously manicured parcels to preserve the integrity of each grape. Its vinification in traditional Burgundian open-top wooden vats, followed by ageing in French oak barrels, ensures a harmonious balance between fruit and oak nuances. A sip of Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019 reveals complex layers of ripe red fruits, elegantly underpinned by earthy notes and a subtle spiciness. The wine's delicate tannins and balanced acidity make for a seamless finish, capturing the essence of French wine-making sophistication. The impeccable craftsmanship of winemaker David Croix indubitably shines through in this vintage, making the Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019 an invincible selection for the discerning wine lover. |
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Jura | 1 | - |
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£1,040.24 |
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Unveiling the sublime sophistication of the Domaine des Miroirs Mizuiro 2016, a sublime fusion of exquisite craftsmanship and terroir. Crafted in the prestigious Jura region of France, this fine natural wine is the creation of Kenjiro Kagami, a diligent viticulturist who dedicated his life to cultivating the perfect vineyard. Produced using a blend of direct pressing and maceration, this wine perfectly captures the spirit of the region's unique microclimate. Kenjiro, a former collaborator of the esteemed Domaine Bruno Schueller, applies his meticulous viticulture techniques and passion for biodynamic principles in the creation of the Mizuiro 2016. The result is a wine featuring dazzling citrus notes, elegantly held together with a mineral streak and a refreshingly crisp finish. Less than 900 bottles of this exceptional vintage were produced, making each bottle of Domaine des Miroirs Mizuiro 2016 a rare treasure for wine enthusiasts. Pour a glass and savour the essence of Jura, encapsulated by Kenjiro's unwavering commitment to quality. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£88.13 |
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Domaine des Pierres Seches, Saint-Joseph, Revirand 2019 epitomises the meticulous craftsmanship of the Ardèche region. Grown in the renowned Saint-Joseph appellation, the Syrah grapes are hand-harvested from organically managed vineyards, ensuring optimal ripeness and purity. The vinification process employs traditional methods, with fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 12 months, imparting subtle spice and elegant tannins. This vintage showcases deep ruby hues, offering a nose rich with blackberry, blackcurrant, and hints of pepper and lavender. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of fruit intensity and refined structure, with a lingering, velvety finish. Domaine des Pierres Seches, helmed by the esteemed winemaker Jean-Pierre Aubert, is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and expression of terroir, making the Saint-Joseph Revirand 2019 a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking depth and character in their fine wine selection. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£88.13 |
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Elegant and refined, Domaine des Pierres Seches, Saint-Joseph, Revirand 2020 exemplifies the esteemed terroir of the Saint-Joseph appellation. Crafted by the renowned Domaine des Pierres Seches, this vintage is meticulously vinified from hand-selected Syrah grapes harvested from the Revirand vineyard. The grapes undergo a precise fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their vibrant fruit character and nuanced complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle spice and a harmonious structure. On the palate, this 2020 vintage reveals layers of dark berries, plum, and hints of black pepper, supported by fine tannins and a lingering finish. The Domaine des Pierres Seches commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques is evident in every sip, making this Saint-Joseph Revirand a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£88.13 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)A slightly bigger, richer wine, the 2021 Saint Joseph Cuvée Revirand shows more black fruits, tapenade, peppery herbs, and some meaty notes on the aromatics. It's medium-bodied and solidly built, with good mid-palate depth and outstanding length. It too will keep for a decade. Drink 2026-2036. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£8,513.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£100.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£225.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Coming from a tiny 1.5-hectare portion of clay and limestone soils and all old vine Grenache, the 2018 Gigondas La Colline is another gorgeous wine from this estate that strikes a balance between richness and elegance. More ruby-hued (these wines are never the deepest hued in Gigondas) and with a killer perfume of kirsch liqueur, framboise, herbes de Provence, chocolate, roasted herbs, and chalky minerality, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, ultra-fine tannins, no hard edges, and a gorgeous, heady finish. This cuvée is almost always the more powerful and concentrated in the lineup, yet in 2018 it shows the more elegant, seamless style of the vintage beautifully. It’s going to benefit from a year or two of bottle age and drink fabulous well for a decade. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (WS) |
In Bond
£328.00 |
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Wine Spectator (96)This is nicely packed, with a range of dark plum, boysenberry preserve and cherry pate de fruit flavors pumping through, all carried by fine, racy and thoroughly imbedded chalky minerality. The structure lets the fruit play out while additional floral, tea and anise notes swirl in on the finish. A beauty. Drink now through 2036. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
£225.00 |
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Vinous (97)Lurid ruby. Hugely perfumed, mineral- and spice-accented red berry liqueur, cherry-cola incense and garrigue qualities on the sharply delineated nose. It offers vibrant, palate-staining cherry preserve, Chambord, boysenberry, floral pastille and Moroccan spice flavors that show uncanny energy for their depth. The spice and floral notes dominate a strikingly long, sappy finish framed by silky, finely polished tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
In Bond
£349.99 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)More finesse-oriented than the blockbuster style La Colline release, the 2015 Gigondas le Lieu Dit is another Grenache-dominated wine that comes from a cooler, late parcel of sandy soils located just beside the estate. Notes of strawberries, raspberries, crushed flowers, kirsch and spice all emerge from this full-bodied, utterly seamless, pure and gorgeously balanced beauty that doesn’t have a hard edge to be found. It will drink well for 10-15 years or more. |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
£235.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Coming from a sandy parcel just beside the winery and all old-vine Grenache, the 2018 Gigondas Le Lieu Dit makes the most of this vintage and is a classic example of this cooler terroir. Gorgeous notes of kirsch liqueur, rose petals, strawberries, spring flowers, toasted spices, and peppery herbs all give way to a full-bodied, beautifully textured, elegant Gigondas that has a wonderful sense of finesse, classic southern Rhône power and richness, flawless balance, and a great finish. It’s one of the wines of the vintage. While it’s not the biggest wine in the lineup, it has incredible finesse and elegance. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£305.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2019 Gigondas Le Lieu-Dit is as good as it gets – hats off to the young Julien Brechet for one of the finest Gigondas ever made. Coming from a cooler, sandy terroir next to this estate and all Grenache, it was 70% destemmed and spent 18 months in used demi-muids before being moved to concrete tanks prior to bottling. A Grand Cru Red Burgundy-like array of wild strawberries, framboise, flowers, sappy green herbs, and spice all emerge on the nose. This is followed by a seamless, full-bodied, incredibly pure Gigondas that’s more about finesse and elegance than sheer power. I love it today, yet it has the balance, as well as structure, to benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for two decades if stored properly. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96+ (JD) |
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£224.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96+)All Mourvèdre brought up in old demi-muids, the 2018 Gigondas Le Plateau is a stunning example of this variety that does everything right. Classic Mourvèdre notes of blueberries, mulberries, new leather, lavender, and ground pepper give way to a full-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant 2018 that has stacked mid-palate, flawless balance, silky tannins, and a great finish. It shows more tannins and structure with time in the glass, so give this beauty 2-3 years of bottle age, it should have 15-20 years of overall longevity. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WS) |
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£328.00 |
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Wine Spectator (96)This shows a prominent leather-wrapped and cassis-soaked rosemary flavor profile, while bitter cherry and plum fruit notes make a bid for attention. The finish is paved with warm stone and smoldering garrigue accents, along with a long, lingering tobacco edge. A Bandol-esque version of Gigondas. Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache and Clairette. Best from 2025 through 2040. |
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Rhone | 30 | 96 (JD) |
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£229.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96)Always not destemmed, the 2022 Gigondas Le Plateau just about jumps out of the glass with its spice, wild, floral and exotic Mourvèdre character. Red, blue, and black fruits, game, peppery garrigue, and violet notes all give way to a medium to full-bodied, broad, layered, structured 2022 that, while it largely offers pleasure, has two decades of prime drinking. |
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Rhone | 5 | 98 (JD) |
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£139.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Based on 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, and the rest Syrah, the tiny production 2022 Gigondas Le Regard Loin is gorgeous, and I think it’s the standout in the lineup. Black raspberries, ground pepper, sappy flowers, and spice are just some of its nuances, and it's just about perfect on the palate, with full-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and ultra-fine tannins. I love it today, but this beauty will cruise for two decades. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (WA) |
In Bond
£235.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95-97)There's no doubt that this cuvée is among the very best Syrahs bottled in the Southern Rhône. The 2018 Gigondas les Routes (from a vintage that favored Grenache) is perfumed and floral, with prominent violet notes joining hints of potpourri, garrigue and licorice. Blueberries and mint appear on the full-bodied palate, which delivers concentrated fruit flavors without any sense of excess weight, finishing long, lively and silky. |
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Rhone | 30 | 95 (JD) |
In Bond
£228.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)The 2022 Gigondas Les Routes is another Hermitage look-alike with its leather, gamey blue fruits, fig leaf, and graphite aromas and flavors. Richly textured and medium to full-bodied on the palate, it's a rich, concentrated, yet also weightless Syrah that has so much to love. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (DC) |
In Bond
£155.00 |
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Decanter (95)The original blended Domaine des Bosquets Gigondas is now available in two cuvées: Font des Bosquets (young vines, shorter ageing, no oak) and Réserve (older vines, 14 plots vinified separately including fruit from the top single vineyard sites, maturation in different types of oak for 18 months depending on the variety). The result is an extraordinary exercise in elegance, beautifully silky tannins and deeply vinous fruit. This is long, shapely and tapered with depth, freshness, elegance, and a seamless character. If the alcohol was marginally better integrated this would possible score higher. It's quite an expressive, almost showy wine, but it will be excellent when it's ready. Not as strongly characterful as each of the single vineyard expressions, but better balanced, and more quintessentially Gigondas. In organic conversion. |
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Rhone | 8 | 95 (DC) |
In Bond
£140.00 |
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Decanter (95)A full-bodied, harmonious blend, not quite as aggressively concentrated as his single-vineyard wines this year. Very tannic still, and well balanced despite its enormous size. Long finish, saturated with thick, fine tannins. The oak is quite prominent for now, but there's enough fruit to match it. Will be good when it's ready. 70% destemmed, then vinified plot-by-plot. The Syrah is aged in recent-use (but not new) barriques, the Mourvèdre in old barriques and the Grenache in larger barrels (mostly old) and concrete. Then the wine spends six months in concrete tanks after blending. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£285.00 |
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The Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2012 is an exquisite manifestation of Burgundy's timeworn mastery in winemaking. This fine Pinot Noir is hewn from the historic vineyards of Beaune Bressandes in France's heartland, a terroir famed for its impeccable, mineral-rich soils. Domaine de la Vougeraie, the revered producer, is noted for its organic and biodynamic practices, impeccably infusing centuries of winemaking tradition with modern sustainability. The maturation of this distinguished vintage occurred over 14-16 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which were new, adding a balanced resonance to the flavour profile. Upon savouring, one is treated to a gourmet symphony of ripe cherry, plum, and subtle spice notes, enriched by an underlying earthy complexity. A perfect embodiment of the vintage's remarkable quality, the Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2012 shows an elegantly balanced acid structure, silky tannins, and an enduring, sumptuous finish. A truly splendid, quintessentially French showcase of sublime winemaking artistry. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£98.00 |
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Drawing deeply from the rich heritage of Burgundy, Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015 is an expression of refined elegance and distinctive character. This exceptional Pinot Noir hails from the ancient sun-drenched slopes of Beaune's Bressandes vineyard, known for its extraordinary terroir. Grown on calcareous-clay soils and crafted by Domaine Croix, a reputable name in the Burgundy wine panorama, this red wine encapsulates a sense of place like none other. The Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015, matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, offers an exciting bouquet of black berries, ripe red fruits, and discreet spicy notes. Well-structured and opulent, it embraces the palate with juicy tannins and lingers in the mouth with its stimulating finish. This fine wine is suitable for long ageing, unveiling more complex, earthy undertones over time. Experience the benchmark of French viticulture with the Croix Beaune Bressandes Rouge 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) |
In Bond
£80.00 |
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Vinous (87-89)The 2013 Beaune Grèves comes across as a bit compact and not as expressive as the other wines in the range. There is good depth and energy in the glass, along with expressive inflections of dark-fleshed fruit. A relatively high amount of CO2 masks some of the wine's personality today. |
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Tucked within the Burgundy's prized Côte de Beaune, the Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019, from the sacred plots of Domaine Croix, is a fine testament to the opulence of the 2019 vintage. This Pinot Noir is grown in limestone-rich soil and harvested in small, meticulously manicured parcels to preserve the integrity of each grape. Its vinification in traditional Burgundian open-top wooden vats, followed by ageing in French oak barrels, ensures a harmonious balance between fruit and oak nuances. A sip of Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019 reveals complex layers of ripe red fruits, elegantly underpinned by earthy notes and a subtle spiciness. The wine's delicate tannins and balanced acidity make for a seamless finish, capturing the essence of French wine-making sophistication. The impeccable craftsmanship of winemaker David Croix indubitably shines through in this vintage, making the Croix Beaune Tuvilains 2019 an invincible selection for the discerning wine lover. |
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Jura | 1 | - |
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£864.00 |
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Unveiling the sublime sophistication of the Domaine des Miroirs Mizuiro 2016, a sublime fusion of exquisite craftsmanship and terroir. Crafted in the prestigious Jura region of France, this fine natural wine is the creation of Kenjiro Kagami, a diligent viticulturist who dedicated his life to cultivating the perfect vineyard. Produced using a blend of direct pressing and maceration, this wine perfectly captures the spirit of the region's unique microclimate. Kenjiro, a former collaborator of the esteemed Domaine Bruno Schueller, applies his meticulous viticulture techniques and passion for biodynamic principles in the creation of the Mizuiro 2016. The result is a wine featuring dazzling citrus notes, elegantly held together with a mineral streak and a refreshingly crisp finish. Less than 900 bottles of this exceptional vintage were produced, making each bottle of Domaine des Miroirs Mizuiro 2016 a rare treasure for wine enthusiasts. Pour a glass and savour the essence of Jura, encapsulated by Kenjiro's unwavering commitment to quality. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£70.00 |
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Domaine des Pierres Seches, Saint-Joseph, Revirand 2019 epitomises the meticulous craftsmanship of the Ardèche region. Grown in the renowned Saint-Joseph appellation, the Syrah grapes are hand-harvested from organically managed vineyards, ensuring optimal ripeness and purity. The vinification process employs traditional methods, with fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 12 months, imparting subtle spice and elegant tannins. This vintage showcases deep ruby hues, offering a nose rich with blackberry, blackcurrant, and hints of pepper and lavender. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of fruit intensity and refined structure, with a lingering, velvety finish. Domaine des Pierres Seches, helmed by the esteemed winemaker Jean-Pierre Aubert, is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and expression of terroir, making the Saint-Joseph Revirand 2019 a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking depth and character in their fine wine selection. |
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£70.00 |
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Elegant and refined, Domaine des Pierres Seches, Saint-Joseph, Revirand 2020 exemplifies the esteemed terroir of the Saint-Joseph appellation. Crafted by the renowned Domaine des Pierres Seches, this vintage is meticulously vinified from hand-selected Syrah grapes harvested from the Revirand vineyard. The grapes undergo a precise fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their vibrant fruit character and nuanced complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle spice and a harmonious structure. On the palate, this 2020 vintage reveals layers of dark berries, plum, and hints of black pepper, supported by fine tannins and a lingering finish. The Domaine des Pierres Seches commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques is evident in every sip, making this Saint-Joseph Revirand a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (JD) |
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)A slightly bigger, richer wine, the 2021 Saint Joseph Cuvée Revirand shows more black fruits, tapenade, peppery herbs, and some meaty notes on the aromatics. It's medium-bodied and solidly built, with good mid-palate depth and outstanding length. It too will keep for a decade. Drink 2026-2036. |
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