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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Campania | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£313.24 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Cabernet Sauvignon is not in the blend, but the aromas in the 2016 Terra di Lavoro are very similar to what you would get with that grape, with bright notes of green pepper corn with blackberry and exotic spice. The declared blend is 80% Aglianico and 20% Piedirosso. This is a balanced vintage with lots of depth, precision and density. This is a beautifully made wine. For sure, I am not the first to say that the wine is more characteristic of a house style, a Bordeaux-inspired house style, rather than a territorial expression of Campania. In truth, I'd say that this wine has feet in both those words. I recommend waiting at least five more years before drinking this vintage. Some 30,000 bottles were made. |
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Madrid | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£251.16 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The nose of the 2016 Clos Santuy was a little more discrete and reticent than the 2016 Villages. This comes from a 1.2-hectare plot of ungrafted vines in the village of Piquera de San Esteban that somehow was left out of the Ribera del Duero appellation. There is a sense of harmony and depth unlike that of the Villages, which felt more open and immediate. The palate is pure rock, austere and chalky, with a sense of minerality that was striking. It's approximately 80% Tempranillo and 20% Albillo fermented together with 20% full clusters and indigenous yeasts and matured in one 225-liter barrel and one 600-liter demi-muid for 22 months. 1,095 bottles were filled in September 2018. |
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Madrid | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£375.58 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The nose of the 2016 Villages was stunning. It's a blend of Tempranillo with 9% Garnacha and 4% white Albillo from vineyards in Piquera de San Esteban, Fuentelcésped, Hontangas, Cuevas de Provanco, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Trigueros del Valle. It fermented by soil types with indigenous yeasts and some 20% full clusters (the Garnacha was 100% whole clusters) and matured in a mixture of 225-liter barriques, 600-liter demi-muids and 1,200-liter foudres for 21 months. The élevage was very respectful with the wine, which comes through as floral and terribly aromatic, ripe without excess and with a medium to full-bodied palate, pungent flavors and great length and persistence. The tannins are round and velvety, and there is a sense of integration and balance that I liked very much. 16,140 bottles and 230 magnums were filled in July 2018. |
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Rhone | 4 | - |
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£557.60 |
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The Gallety Cote du Vivarais La Ligure 2017 is an absolute gem, hailing from the Ardèche region of France. It is crafted by the father-son duo of Domaine Gallety, who are dedicated to the cultivation of their vineyards under stringent sustainable practices. This impeccable blend of Grenache and Syrah exhibits superb finesse and balance. Produced using traditional methods, the wine is aged for 18 months in wooden barrels, allowing it to express subtlety and elegance. The results are profound, offering exceptional aromatic complexity. Notes of blackcurrant, thyme, and cacao lend themselves harmoniously to a lingering, robust and peppery finish. The Gallety Cote du Vivarais La Ligure 2017 is truly an embodiment of the land, capturing the unique terroir of the Côtes du Vivarais. It is not merely a drink but an experience in every sense. An authentic French treasure providing an unrivalled tasting pleasure. |
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Graubunden | 1 | - |
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£1,468.32 |
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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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Graubunden | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
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£1,402.32 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)Bottled in early March, the 2020 Pinot Noir is pure, precise and intense on the more classic, coolish and noble nose that shows a spellbinding purity, intensity and balance. Absolutely marvelous. Full-bodied, round and intense on the palate, this is a generously juicy, ripe yet fine and concentrated, also refreshingly salty and crystalline Pinot with a tight, sustainable structure and an enormously long and intense finish. This is a highlight of the Gantenbein Saga. Tasted at the domaine in March 2022. |
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Graubunden | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£1,191.49 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2021 Pinot Noir is as spicy, precise and fresh on the intense and aromatic nose as if it had been fermented with whole clusters. In fact, the grapes were completely destemmed, like all Gantenbein Pinots so far. This is a full-bodied, refined and textural Pinot with remarkably delicate acidity, fine tannins and stimulating salinity on the finish, which is very long, intense and complex. Tasted at the domaine in March 2024. |
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Graubunden | 2 | 98 (WA) |
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£1,583.52 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2022 Pinot Noir offers a fascinating, deep, pure, savory and flinty, quite ethereal bouquet of dark berries and Morello cherries. Remarkably pure yet intense on the palate, this is a dense, lush and spicy Pinot with fine tannins and a beautiful tartness and bitterness on the finish. This elegant, beautifully airy and finessed Pinot has great intensity and even more purity. There is a bridge to both the 2022 Chardonnay and even the 2022 Riesling. Tasted at the domaine in March 2024. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£268.69 |
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Wine Advocate (99)After 20 harvests comes their first Cru, the 2018 Cru Truquilemu, which they describe as "Truqui with more stuffing." It comes from a small triangular section with a lower natural yield, with greater concentration and a darker, more brooding personality. It was fermented with more stems than the other Truquilemu and with a bit of Syrah, which adds weight, depth and texture. After fermenting pieces of the vineyard separately over many years, two distinct personalities emerged, and they have bottled them separately since 2018. Truquilemu has become more ethereal after the separation, and this is sturdier, with extra stuffing but more tension. The wine has less alcohol (12.8%, and 12.5% in 2019!!) higher acidity (7.43 grams measured in tartaric acid) and an incredible pH of 3.18, amazing parameters of freshness and restraint. This is not heavier, it just seems to have the same personality but with more layers. It was produced in a very simple and slow way, fermenting in open-top lagars with some full clusters and adding lignified stems to avoid carbonic maceration, with indigenous yeasts; malolactic took 11 months (!), and the aging in used and neutral barrel was extended over two winters. For the 2018 vintage, they filled 3,449 bottles in January 2020. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£218.40 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2019 Truquilemu Vineyard follows the path of the brilliant 2018 with moderate alcohol (13.1%) and great freshness and acidity, a tad below in refinement (within the authentic and rustic character of the zone and the wines), from the old vines on the Coastal Range mountains where the soils have lots of quartz, full of crystals on decomposed granite with silty and sandy texture. The cool place and the soil provide very fresh wines even in warmer and drier years, worked following ancestral traditions and pruned with the moon cycles but not to a modern biodynamic calendar, but rather with local custom. Tasting the different wines from the same vineyard from 2018 and 2019 was fascinating, and the wines didn't stop changing in the glass for hours. I think all these wines are going to develop nicely in bottle. 10,021 bottles were filled in January 2021. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£268.69 |
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Wine Advocate (98)In 2018, they bottled three Cariñena-based wines from Truquilemu in Empedrado (now a DO) in Maule. The 2018 Truquilemu Vineyard, they reckon, is more focused, sultry and ethereal than ever. It comes from 1.3 hectares and fermented with more full clusters and with a dash of Syrah (around 4%) in the field blend. By taking away the part bottled as Cru Truquilemu, this has become more ethereal. The 2018, an extraordinary vintage, has less alcohol (12.8%), more flavor and, most of all, greater depth with more layers that open up with time in the glass. These wines are as much abut texture and mouthfeel as aromas and flavors, incredibly fine-grained and titillating with lots of light and energy. This is the evolution of a wine produced in the past with slightly different names, with lots 77, 67, 57 and 47. 10,127 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2020 and marked with lot #97. |
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Central Valley | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£331.09 |
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Wine Advocate (99)There are three Carignan/Cariñena wines from the same vineyard in Truquilemu in 2018, and the 2018 Vigno comes from a section further down along the creek where there's terrific drainage and thus low yield and concentration. It's Carignan with smidgens of País and Monastrell in the field blend, the grapes grown by a mall farmer by hand and horse with traditional methods of dry-farming, uncertified organic for 75+ years. Like all the rest, it fermented in open-top vats with indigenous yeasts and matured in used barrels over two winters. None of these wines are about the process, they are about the place and the year. In 2018, the wine finished with 13% alcohol, a pH of 3.2 and seven grams of acidity, parameters that talk about a wine with moderate ripeness and vibrant freshness, from a cooler year in a cool part of Maule. 3,336 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2020. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 98 (TA) |
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£245.98 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)It’s easy to forget that the first vintage of Garmón was as recent as 2014 such is the quality of the wine, but the García family’s longstanding association with the region has certainly contributed to its success Picked 10 days later than the 2017 this is my favourite release yet, combining vineyards aged between 30 and 100 years in Anguix, Baños de Valdearados, Moradillo and Tubilla. Chalky, balanced and effortlessly refined, with notes of red berries, fennel and spice, subtle oak and thrilling freshness. A truly great Ribera. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 97 (TA) |
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£209.98 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Eduardo García used fruit from six different villages – Anguix, Baños de Valdearados. La Aguilera, Moradillo, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Tubilla del Lago – to produce the latest vintage of this world-class red, blending their characters as an artist might mix a palette of colours. Spicy, chalky, structured yet refined, with haunting perfume, subtle oak, enviable density, energy and poise and the concentration to age. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£92.93 |
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Discover the luxurious Garon Cote Rotie 2015, an elegant expression of France's renowned Rhone Valley. Produced by Domaine Garon, a small family estate cherished for its dedication to tradition and quality, this red wine expertly encapsulates the signature finesse of Cote Rotie appelation. Masterfully vinified from Syrah and a small percentage of Viognier, the grapes are handpicked from ancient vines thriving in schistose soils, and matured for two years in French oak barrels. The Garon Cote Rotie 2015 exhibits a rich, yet harmoniously balanced palate with intense black fruit, spice, and floral undertones. Its refined tannins and invigorating acidity embody the terroir's unique character, offering an undeniably alluring complexity. Delicately draped in its deep ruby red, this wine is indeed the embodiment of Cote Rotie's identity, making it an exquisite addition to any fine wine collection. Experience the captivating charm of Garon Cote Rotie 2015 and relish in its impeccable taste. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£126.53 |
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Experience the captivating allure of Garon Côte Rôtie 2016, an exceptional wine of fabulous craftsmanship. Sourced from the esteemed vineyards of France's Northern Rhône Valley, it is the thoughtful work of the Garon family, renowned winemakers since the 15th century. This remarkable expression is cultivated from vines rooted in schist and mica-schist soils, bestowing it with its signature depth and complexity. The Garon Côte Rôtie 2016 boasts an impressive blend of Syrah and Viognier, handpicked and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. The result is a harmonious symphony of rich dark fruit flavours, delicate floral notes, and a tantalising hint of spice, seamlessly integrated with polished tannins. Truly a testament to the Garon family's dedication to honouring traditional winemaking practices while embracing technical evolution. Every sip of Garon Côte Rôtie 2016 encapsulates the true essence of its terroir, reflecting the excellence and passion inherent in its creation. A spectacular choice for any discerning wine enthusiast. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£109.73 |
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Experience the pleasure of the prestigious 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017', a luminous embodiment of the heart of the Rhone Valley. The Garon family, esteemed producers in wine-making since the 15th century, have meticulously nurtured this rich wine. Nurtured on the steep terraces of the Cote Rotie, it possesses a blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier. Created through traditional winemaking processes comprising gentle extraction and 18-month ageing in oak barrels, the 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017' exhibits an alluring, dark crimson hue. Resonating deeply with its terroir, its complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, violet, white pepper, and smoky notes is truly exquisite. With a silky texture and impressive length, this wine reveals a harmonious fusion of power and elegance, offering a tasting journey like no other. To truly glimpse the essence of skillful winemaking, the 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017' is an absolute revelation. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£942.35 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)From a higher elevation site on the Côte Blonde side of the appellation, the 2018 Côte Rôtie Lancement shines more for its complexity and elegance than sheer power, offering a kaleidoscope-like array of black raspberries, blueberries, spring flowers, violets, crushed rocks, and pepper. A wine that benefits from air, it gains richness and depth with time in the glass and has medium to full body, ultra-fine tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. It doesn't have the minerality of the Les Rochins, but it’s just as seamless, elegant, and finesse-driven as they come. This magical Côte Rôtie will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and pretty much blow you away over the following 20 years or more. |
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Rhone | 4 | 95 (VN) |
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£701.09 |
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Vinous (95)Deep violet color. Mineral-accented dark berries, cherry-cola, candied flowers and exotic spices the highly energetic nose. Juicy and seamless in texture, offering concentrated black raspberry, bitter cherry and boysenberry flavors that are underscored by a vein of smoky minerality. Deep but vibrant as well, with fine-grained tannins building slowly on a very long, floral-driven finish that leaves resonating blue fruit and spice notes behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£157.73 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. A seductively perfumed bouquet evokes mineral- and spice-accented red and blue fruits, peony, vanilla and incense, along with a botanical herb nuance and a hint of black pepper. Broad and fleshy but distinctly lively on the palate, offering intense Chambord, cherry-cola, fruitcake, floral pastille and exotic spice flavors that show outstanding clarity and back-end lift. Smooth, steadily building tannins add shape to an extremely persistent finish that echoes the mineral and floral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£162.53 |
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The Garon Côte Rôtie Lancement 2021 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Northern Rhône winemaking. Sourced from meticulously terraced vineyards on the esteemed Côte Rôtie appellation, this vintage is predominantly crafted from Syrah grapes, complemented by a judicious inclusion of up to 10% Viognier, enhancing its aromatic complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Garon family, renowned for their dedication to biodynamic practices, the grapes undergo a precise hand-harvest to ensure optimal ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit character before ageing gracefully in French oak barrels for 18 months. The result is a deeply layered wine, showcasing aromas of blackberry, violet, and subtle smoky undertones, supported by a velvety tannic structure and a lingering, elegant finish. Ideal for discerning palates, the Garon Côte Rôtie Lancement 2021 is a testament to tradition and terroir, offering a sublime expression of its distinguished origin. |
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Campania | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£245.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Cabernet Sauvignon is not in the blend, but the aromas in the 2016 Terra di Lavoro are very similar to what you would get with that grape, with bright notes of green pepper corn with blackberry and exotic spice. The declared blend is 80% Aglianico and 20% Piedirosso. This is a balanced vintage with lots of depth, precision and density. This is a beautifully made wine. For sure, I am not the first to say that the wine is more characteristic of a house style, a Bordeaux-inspired house style, rather than a territorial expression of Campania. In truth, I'd say that this wine has feet in both those words. I recommend waiting at least five more years before drinking this vintage. Some 30,000 bottles were made. |
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Madrid | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£200.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The nose of the 2016 Clos Santuy was a little more discrete and reticent than the 2016 Villages. This comes from a 1.2-hectare plot of ungrafted vines in the village of Piquera de San Esteban that somehow was left out of the Ribera del Duero appellation. There is a sense of harmony and depth unlike that of the Villages, which felt more open and immediate. The palate is pure rock, austere and chalky, with a sense of minerality that was striking. It's approximately 80% Tempranillo and 20% Albillo fermented together with 20% full clusters and indigenous yeasts and matured in one 225-liter barrel and one 600-liter demi-muid for 22 months. 1,095 bottles were filled in September 2018. |
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Madrid | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£293.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The nose of the 2016 Villages was stunning. It's a blend of Tempranillo with 9% Garnacha and 4% white Albillo from vineyards in Piquera de San Esteban, Fuentelcésped, Hontangas, Cuevas de Provanco, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Trigueros del Valle. It fermented by soil types with indigenous yeasts and some 20% full clusters (the Garnacha was 100% whole clusters) and matured in a mixture of 225-liter barriques, 600-liter demi-muids and 1,200-liter foudres for 21 months. The élevage was very respectful with the wine, which comes through as floral and terribly aromatic, ripe without excess and with a medium to full-bodied palate, pungent flavors and great length and persistence. The tannins are round and velvety, and there is a sense of integration and balance that I liked very much. 16,140 bottles and 230 magnums were filled in July 2018. |
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Rhone | 4 | - |
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£444.00 |
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The Gallety Cote du Vivarais La Ligure 2017 is an absolute gem, hailing from the Ardèche region of France. It is crafted by the father-son duo of Domaine Gallety, who are dedicated to the cultivation of their vineyards under stringent sustainable practices. This impeccable blend of Grenache and Syrah exhibits superb finesse and balance. Produced using traditional methods, the wine is aged for 18 months in wooden barrels, allowing it to express subtlety and elegance. The results are profound, offering exceptional aromatic complexity. Notes of blackcurrant, thyme, and cacao lend themselves harmoniously to a lingering, robust and peppery finish. The Gallety Cote du Vivarais La Ligure 2017 is truly an embodiment of the land, capturing the unique terroir of the Côtes du Vivarais. It is not merely a drink but an experience in every sense. An authentic French treasure providing an unrivalled tasting pleasure. |
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Graubunden | 1 | - |
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£1,205.00 |
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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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Graubunden | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
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£1,150.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)Bottled in early March, the 2020 Pinot Noir is pure, precise and intense on the more classic, coolish and noble nose that shows a spellbinding purity, intensity and balance. Absolutely marvelous. Full-bodied, round and intense on the palate, this is a generously juicy, ripe yet fine and concentrated, also refreshingly salty and crystalline Pinot with a tight, sustainable structure and an enormously long and intense finish. This is a highlight of the Gantenbein Saga. Tasted at the domaine in March 2022. |
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Graubunden | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£975.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2021 Pinot Noir is as spicy, precise and fresh on the intense and aromatic nose as if it had been fermented with whole clusters. In fact, the grapes were completely destemmed, like all Gantenbein Pinots so far. This is a full-bodied, refined and textural Pinot with remarkably delicate acidity, fine tannins and stimulating salinity on the finish, which is very long, intense and complex. Tasted at the domaine in March 2024. |
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Graubunden | 2 | 98 (WA) |
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£1,301.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2022 Pinot Noir offers a fascinating, deep, pure, savory and flinty, quite ethereal bouquet of dark berries and Morello cherries. Remarkably pure yet intense on the palate, this is a dense, lush and spicy Pinot with fine tannins and a beautiful tartness and bitterness on the finish. This elegant, beautifully airy and finessed Pinot has great intensity and even more purity. There is a bridge to both the 2022 Chardonnay and even the 2022 Riesling. Tasted at the domaine in March 2024. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£206.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)After 20 harvests comes their first Cru, the 2018 Cru Truquilemu, which they describe as "Truqui with more stuffing." It comes from a small triangular section with a lower natural yield, with greater concentration and a darker, more brooding personality. It was fermented with more stems than the other Truquilemu and with a bit of Syrah, which adds weight, depth and texture. After fermenting pieces of the vineyard separately over many years, two distinct personalities emerged, and they have bottled them separately since 2018. Truquilemu has become more ethereal after the separation, and this is sturdier, with extra stuffing but more tension. The wine has less alcohol (12.8%, and 12.5% in 2019!!) higher acidity (7.43 grams measured in tartaric acid) and an incredible pH of 3.18, amazing parameters of freshness and restraint. This is not heavier, it just seems to have the same personality but with more layers. It was produced in a very simple and slow way, fermenting in open-top lagars with some full clusters and adding lignified stems to avoid carbonic maceration, with indigenous yeasts; malolactic took 11 months (!), and the aging in used and neutral barrel was extended over two winters. For the 2018 vintage, they filled 3,449 bottles in January 2020. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£218.40 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2019 Truquilemu Vineyard follows the path of the brilliant 2018 with moderate alcohol (13.1%) and great freshness and acidity, a tad below in refinement (within the authentic and rustic character of the zone and the wines), from the old vines on the Coastal Range mountains where the soils have lots of quartz, full of crystals on decomposed granite with silty and sandy texture. The cool place and the soil provide very fresh wines even in warmer and drier years, worked following ancestral traditions and pruned with the moon cycles but not to a modern biodynamic calendar, but rather with local custom. Tasting the different wines from the same vineyard from 2018 and 2019 was fascinating, and the wines didn't stop changing in the glass for hours. I think all these wines are going to develop nicely in bottle. 10,021 bottles were filled in January 2021. |
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Maule Valley | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£206.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)In 2018, they bottled three Cariñena-based wines from Truquilemu in Empedrado (now a DO) in Maule. The 2018 Truquilemu Vineyard, they reckon, is more focused, sultry and ethereal than ever. It comes from 1.3 hectares and fermented with more full clusters and with a dash of Syrah (around 4%) in the field blend. By taking away the part bottled as Cru Truquilemu, this has become more ethereal. The 2018, an extraordinary vintage, has less alcohol (12.8%), more flavor and, most of all, greater depth with more layers that open up with time in the glass. These wines are as much abut texture and mouthfeel as aromas and flavors, incredibly fine-grained and titillating with lots of light and energy. This is the evolution of a wine produced in the past with slightly different names, with lots 77, 67, 57 and 47. 10,127 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2020 and marked with lot #97. |
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Central Valley | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£258.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)There are three Carignan/Cariñena wines from the same vineyard in Truquilemu in 2018, and the 2018 Vigno comes from a section further down along the creek where there's terrific drainage and thus low yield and concentration. It's Carignan with smidgens of País and Monastrell in the field blend, the grapes grown by a mall farmer by hand and horse with traditional methods of dry-farming, uncertified organic for 75+ years. Like all the rest, it fermented in open-top vats with indigenous yeasts and matured in used barrels over two winters. None of these wines are about the process, they are about the place and the year. In 2018, the wine finished with 13% alcohol, a pH of 3.2 and seven grams of acidity, parameters that talk about a wine with moderate ripeness and vibrant freshness, from a cooler year in a cool part of Maule. 3,336 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2020. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 98 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)It’s easy to forget that the first vintage of Garmón was as recent as 2014 such is the quality of the wine, but the García family’s longstanding association with the region has certainly contributed to its success Picked 10 days later than the 2017 this is my favourite release yet, combining vineyards aged between 30 and 100 years in Anguix, Baños de Valdearados, Moradillo and Tubilla. Chalky, balanced and effortlessly refined, with notes of red berries, fennel and spice, subtle oak and thrilling freshness. A truly great Ribera. |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Eduardo García used fruit from six different villages – Anguix, Baños de Valdearados. La Aguilera, Moradillo, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Tubilla del Lago – to produce the latest vintage of this world-class red, blending their characters as an artist might mix a palette of colours. Spicy, chalky, structured yet refined, with haunting perfume, subtle oak, enviable density, energy and poise and the concentration to age. |
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Discover the luxurious Garon Cote Rotie 2015, an elegant expression of France's renowned Rhone Valley. Produced by Domaine Garon, a small family estate cherished for its dedication to tradition and quality, this red wine expertly encapsulates the signature finesse of Cote Rotie appelation. Masterfully vinified from Syrah and a small percentage of Viognier, the grapes are handpicked from ancient vines thriving in schistose soils, and matured for two years in French oak barrels. The Garon Cote Rotie 2015 exhibits a rich, yet harmoniously balanced palate with intense black fruit, spice, and floral undertones. Its refined tannins and invigorating acidity embody the terroir's unique character, offering an undeniably alluring complexity. Delicately draped in its deep ruby red, this wine is indeed the embodiment of Cote Rotie's identity, making it an exquisite addition to any fine wine collection. Experience the captivating charm of Garon Cote Rotie 2015 and relish in its impeccable taste. |
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Experience the captivating allure of Garon Côte Rôtie 2016, an exceptional wine of fabulous craftsmanship. Sourced from the esteemed vineyards of France's Northern Rhône Valley, it is the thoughtful work of the Garon family, renowned winemakers since the 15th century. This remarkable expression is cultivated from vines rooted in schist and mica-schist soils, bestowing it with its signature depth and complexity. The Garon Côte Rôtie 2016 boasts an impressive blend of Syrah and Viognier, handpicked and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. The result is a harmonious symphony of rich dark fruit flavours, delicate floral notes, and a tantalising hint of spice, seamlessly integrated with polished tannins. Truly a testament to the Garon family's dedication to honouring traditional winemaking practices while embracing technical evolution. Every sip of Garon Côte Rôtie 2016 encapsulates the true essence of its terroir, reflecting the excellence and passion inherent in its creation. A spectacular choice for any discerning wine enthusiast. |
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Experience the pleasure of the prestigious 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017', a luminous embodiment of the heart of the Rhone Valley. The Garon family, esteemed producers in wine-making since the 15th century, have meticulously nurtured this rich wine. Nurtured on the steep terraces of the Cote Rotie, it possesses a blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier. Created through traditional winemaking processes comprising gentle extraction and 18-month ageing in oak barrels, the 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017' exhibits an alluring, dark crimson hue. Resonating deeply with its terroir, its complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, violet, white pepper, and smoky notes is truly exquisite. With a silky texture and impressive length, this wine reveals a harmonious fusion of power and elegance, offering a tasting journey like no other. To truly glimpse the essence of skillful winemaking, the 'Garon Cote Rotie 2017' is an absolute revelation. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)From a higher elevation site on the Côte Blonde side of the appellation, the 2018 Côte Rôtie Lancement shines more for its complexity and elegance than sheer power, offering a kaleidoscope-like array of black raspberries, blueberries, spring flowers, violets, crushed rocks, and pepper. A wine that benefits from air, it gains richness and depth with time in the glass and has medium to full body, ultra-fine tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. It doesn't have the minerality of the Les Rochins, but it’s just as seamless, elegant, and finesse-driven as they come. This magical Côte Rôtie will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and pretty much blow you away over the following 20 years or more. |
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Rhone | 4 | 95 (VN) |
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Vinous (95)Deep violet color. Mineral-accented dark berries, cherry-cola, candied flowers and exotic spices the highly energetic nose. Juicy and seamless in texture, offering concentrated black raspberry, bitter cherry and boysenberry flavors that are underscored by a vein of smoky minerality. Deep but vibrant as well, with fine-grained tannins building slowly on a very long, floral-driven finish that leaves resonating blue fruit and spice notes behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. A seductively perfumed bouquet evokes mineral- and spice-accented red and blue fruits, peony, vanilla and incense, along with a botanical herb nuance and a hint of black pepper. Broad and fleshy but distinctly lively on the palate, offering intense Chambord, cherry-cola, fruitcake, floral pastille and exotic spice flavors that show outstanding clarity and back-end lift. Smooth, steadily building tannins add shape to an extremely persistent finish that echoes the mineral and floral notes. |
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The Garon Côte Rôtie Lancement 2021 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Northern Rhône winemaking. Sourced from meticulously terraced vineyards on the esteemed Côte Rôtie appellation, this vintage is predominantly crafted from Syrah grapes, complemented by a judicious inclusion of up to 10% Viognier, enhancing its aromatic complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Garon family, renowned for their dedication to biodynamic practices, the grapes undergo a precise hand-harvest to ensure optimal ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit character before ageing gracefully in French oak barrels for 18 months. The result is a deeply layered wine, showcasing aromas of blackberry, violet, and subtle smoky undertones, supported by a velvety tannic structure and a lingering, elegant finish. Ideal for discerning palates, the Garon Côte Rôtie Lancement 2021 is a testament to tradition and terroir, offering a sublime expression of its distinguished origin. |
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