Selection with Condition Photos
At Cru World Wine, we understand that bottle condition is crucial when it comes to purchasing wine, especially when buying back vintage wines. That's why we've created our "Selection with Condition Photos" page - a curated selection of wines that includes detailed photos of each bottle, so you can make an informed decision before making a purchase. Our photos show the condition of the bottle, including any signs of wear or damage, giving you the confidence to make an informed purchase decision.
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,720.82 |
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The Hospices de Beaune Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenots Cuvee Dom Goblet 2018 is a robust and fruity masterpiece from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy. Created by one of France's oldest charitable hospitals, the Hospices de Beaune, it hails from the illustrious Les Epenots region, renowned for producing some of Pommard's most prestigious and elegant wines. Impeccably balanced with rich aromas of dark fruit, spice, and a subtle hint of oak, this Pinot Noir-based cuvee’s captivating complexity is a testament to the exceptional 2018 vintage. The careful ageing process in French oak barrels further enhances the wine's depth of character and concentration. An emblem of the superior artistry and tradition of the Hospices de Beaune, the Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenots Cuvee Dom Goblet 2018 stands as a flagship Burgundian wine that promises a bold and indulgent experience for discerning wine connoisseurs. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (VN) |
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£928.01 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Chevalier-Montrachet Clos de Chevaliers Grand Cru has a wonderful, engaging bouquet with yellow flowers, jasmine and flinty aromas; subtle praline aromas surface with aeration. You could nose this all day! The well-balanced palate displays fine poise and focus, offering veins of white peach intermixed with white chocolate and almond before the citrus core takes hold of the steering wheel on the finish. This is a multifaceted Chevalier-Montrachet that should give many years of drinking pleasure. Six barrels produced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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£845.21 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru showed just a little reduction on the nose, but that blows away with modest swirling to reveal blackberries, raspberry coulis, touches of melted tar and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip. It displays a fine crescendo in the mouth, until it reaches the effervescent finish. A tang of blood orange and brown spice lingers on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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£756.41 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru showed just a little reduction on the nose, but that blows away with modest swirling to reveal blackberries, raspberry coulis, touches of melted tar and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip. It displays a fine crescendo in the mouth, until it reaches the effervescent finish. A tang of blood orange and brown spice lingers on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£911.21 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has an attractive nose of brambly red fruit, orange rind, sous-bois and a touch of wilted rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with furry tannins, plenty of dusky red berry fruit with white pepper and sage. Fine weight, perhaps a little rustic towards the finish but it gains weight and coheres with aeration. Give this another couple of years in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£492.80 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has an attractive nose of brambly red fruit, orange rind, sous-bois and a touch of wilted rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with furry tannins, plenty of dusky red berry fruit with white pepper and sage. Fine weight, perhaps a little rustic towards the finish but it gains weight and coheres with aeration. Give this another couple of years in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
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£476.81 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Light to mid crimson. Scented with red fruit and stone dust. Mouth-watering freshness and purity, well structured by the finest of tannins that are easy to underestimate as they are so refined. Long and juicy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,227.89 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£377.21 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (DC) |
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£1,629.62 |
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Decanter (96)Planted way back in 1926, this 0.5ha parcel is always the most complex wine at the domaine. Violet and aniseed scents segue into a palate that's smooth, glossy and textured with bramble and black cherry fruit, some chalky undertones, stylish oak and subtle reduction. Supple, refined winemaking with appealing underlying precision and freshness. One of the best examples of the Grand Cru in 2018. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£1,369.69 |
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Revered for its finesse, the Jerome Prevost La Closerie Fac Simile Extra Brut Rose 2018 is a true reflection of the exceptional wine craftsmanship prevalent in La Closerie, Champagne. It is here, from only 2.2 hectares of vineyards, that winemaking savant Jerome Prevost, concocts his enchanting libations. Utilising a solera system, he ensures continuity of taste over vintages. This extraordinary 2018 rose, predominantly realised from Pinot Meunier grown on limestone and silt, exhibits an enticing nose of oranges, rose petals and red berries, supported by a precise mineral structure. On the palate, it reveals a harmonious dialogue between zesty acidity and succulent fruit layers, making it a perfect companion for seafood or aperitifs. Experience sheer indulgence in every drop with Jerome Prevost La Closerie Fac Simile Extra Brut Rose 2018 - a sparkling jewel from the Champagne region that personifies the brilliance of its creator. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95-97 (VN) |
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£1,032.80 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Montrachet Grand Cru comes from the two-hectares on the Puligny side, comprising five parcels vinified separately (although I tasted the final blend). It has a very pure bouquet and, especially for Drouhin, an intense bouquet of lanolin, walnut and pressed flower aromas that if anything becomes even more powerful with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with superb balance, almost symmetrical, and just the right amount of salinity. This is a vibrant, precise Montrachet with touches of sea salt and ginger toward the very persistent finish, which fans out with brio. Deeply impressive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (IB) |
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£1,150.40 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (98)(5-Star Wine) The star wine of the event. Glowing purple in colour, the 2018 Drouhin Musigny is magical in all its dimensions, without any suggestion of being a blockbuster. The fruit is superbly sensual while maintaining its gracefulness, and the tannins are exceptionally fine grained. The acidity is also beautifully integrated and the persistence stands out. What more to say? |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£522.04 |
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Vinous (95)A gorgeous, elegant wine, the 2018 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is captivating from the very first taste. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and menthol build in the glass. More than anything else, though, I am impressed by the wine's vibrancy and poise. Gallina has always aged beautifully here. I expect that will be the case with the 2018 as well. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£2,146.01 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Caillerets has turned out brilliantly, revealing an incipiently complex bouquet featuring scents of white flowers, Anjou pear, fresh peach, fresh pastry and flinty reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and satiny, it's a lively, concentrated wine with lovely mid-palate amplitude and a lively, saline finish. Inherently more open and immediate than the superb 2017 rendition, it will nevertheless merit and reward some bottle age. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£476.42 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97-99 (IB) |
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£1,442.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97-99)More lemon than lime in colour with its high-toned refreshing bouquet. There is some lime blossom, very complex, not the weight of the astonishing Bâtard-Montrachet, but this is a beautifully dressed mannequin in the finest silk, with a little bit of orange blossom in its hair. Incredible persistence. Gorgeous aromatics, so different from the Bâtard yet equally outstanding. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£710.40 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Meursault Sur le Dos de l’Ane has a very intense bouquet that is actually quite Puligny-like in style. The palate is well balanced with a saline tang on the entry, modest depth and a spicy, energetic finish. Fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (IB) |
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£1,626.02 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97)Fresh pale primrose. The bouquet is undeveloped at first but shows promise. A little bit of sulphur checks the back of the throat. Really fine intensity, white fruit, a touch of greengage, untogether at the moment but with fine potential. Indeed, there is immense potential, this may be the most concentrated wine of the day. In fact, for me the wine of the whole four day tasting event. DIAM closure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£632.81 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN) |
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£575.09 |
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Vinous (92-95)The 2018 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is soft, silky and wonderfully understated, as wines from this site tend to be. Sweet perfumed overtones give the Clos its weightless, sensual feel, and yet there is plenty of depth in the wine that is just waiting to emerge. Lemon confit, mint, white pepper and wild flowers all come together in this ethereal, graceful and somewhat elusive Chablis. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (VN) |
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£2,709.62 |
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Vinous (98+)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is just all goodness. Crème de cassis, lavender, graphite, cinnamon and licorice all grace this exquisite, wonderfully nuanced Cabernet Sauvignon. There is almost no sensation of tannin. The 2018 impresses with its magnificent purity and pedigree. Time brings out the wine's inherent gravitas and pure power. Readers who can find it are in for a treat! |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£5,400.84 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,898.86 |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£439.49 |
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Vinous (94)Brilliant ruby. Deeply perfumed red and blue fruit and floral aromas are complemented by suggestions of exotic spices, licorice and smoky minerals. Juicy and concentrated in style, offering appealingly sweet cherry and raspberry liqueur flavors that become livelier and spicier as the wine opens up. Shows impressive power and breadth, and the long, floral- and spice-driven finish is shaped by steadily building tannins. Note that there was no Vieilles Vignes bottling made in 2018. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£798.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2018 Château Margaux is composed of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, representing 36% of the crop this year. The wine has a pH of 3.8 and 14% alcohol. Deep purple-black in color, it slowly unfurls to reveal tantalizing scents of crème de cassis, wild blueberries and Black Forest cake with hints of redcurrant jelly, rose oil, dark chocolate and cedar chest plus a touch of star anise. The medium to full-bodied palate bursts with opulent black fruit, fragrant earth and floral layers, supported by a rock-solid structure of exquisitely ripe, finely grained tannins and seamless backbone of freshness, finishing with fantastic length. This is classic Margaux at its most seductive, although it is, rather amazingly, approachable and absolutely delicious right now. But, to enjoy its full glory, you will want to cellar it for at least 6-8 years and then watch it metamorphize over the next 40+ years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90-93 (VN (AG)) |
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£331.27 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)The 2018 Mazeyres is absolutely gorgeous. Bright, exquisitely perfumed and nuanced, Mazeyres shows just how attractive the best wines from Pomerol's sandier soils can be. Floral notes add lift to a core of red/purplish berry fruit, with striking textural depth and nuance that builds in the glass. Although quite accessible, Mazeyres also offers a good bit of depth while retaining its mid-weight personality. Tasted four times. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£834.41 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet of crushed rose petals and briar infusing the airy red berry fruit. The palate is well balanced with pure red cherries and crushed strawberry fruit, a hint of dark chocolate and a finely proportioned, smooth finish. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (VN) |
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£7,312.01 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Richebourg Grand Cru has a much more imposing bouquet compared to the Cros Parantoux, the intense blackberry, bilberry, crushed stone and clove scents gently unfurling in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and enormous depth, yet gentle in terms of grip. There is a sense of symmetry on the finish here, along with superb length, yet this will clearly require more bottle age than the Cros Parantoux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£292.09 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Beaune Clos des Aigrots 1er Cru is matured in 15% new oak. It has a very delineated, focused bouquet of mineral-rich red berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, gentle grip, superb mineralité and real weight and depth on the very long, persistent finish. This is beautifully balanced. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,426.00 |
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The Hospices de Beaune Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenots Cuvee Dom Goblet 2018 is a robust and fruity masterpiece from the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy. Created by one of France's oldest charitable hospitals, the Hospices de Beaune, it hails from the illustrious Les Epenots region, renowned for producing some of Pommard's most prestigious and elegant wines. Impeccably balanced with rich aromas of dark fruit, spice, and a subtle hint of oak, this Pinot Noir-based cuvee’s captivating complexity is a testament to the exceptional 2018 vintage. The careful ageing process in French oak barrels further enhances the wine's depth of character and concentration. An emblem of the superior artistry and tradition of the Hospices de Beaune, the Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenots Cuvee Dom Goblet 2018 stands as a flagship Burgundian wine that promises a bold and indulgent experience for discerning wine connoisseurs. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (VN) |
In Bond
£768.00 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Chevalier-Montrachet Clos de Chevaliers Grand Cru has a wonderful, engaging bouquet with yellow flowers, jasmine and flinty aromas; subtle praline aromas surface with aeration. You could nose this all day! The well-balanced palate displays fine poise and focus, offering veins of white peach intermixed with white chocolate and almond before the citrus core takes hold of the steering wheel on the finish. This is a multifaceted Chevalier-Montrachet that should give many years of drinking pleasure. Six barrels produced. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£699.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru showed just a little reduction on the nose, but that blows away with modest swirling to reveal blackberries, raspberry coulis, touches of melted tar and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip. It displays a fine crescendo in the mouth, until it reaches the effervescent finish. A tang of blood orange and brown spice lingers on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£625.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru showed just a little reduction on the nose, but that blows away with modest swirling to reveal blackberries, raspberry coulis, touches of melted tar and rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip. It displays a fine crescendo in the mouth, until it reaches the effervescent finish. A tang of blood orange and brown spice lingers on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£754.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has an attractive nose of brambly red fruit, orange rind, sous-bois and a touch of wilted rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with furry tannins, plenty of dusky red berry fruit with white pepper and sage. Fine weight, perhaps a little rustic towards the finish but it gains weight and coheres with aeration. Give this another couple of years in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£408.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Echézeaux Grand Cru has an attractive nose of brambly red fruit, orange rind, sous-bois and a touch of wilted rose petal. The palate is medium-bodied with furry tannins, plenty of dusky red berry fruit with white pepper and sage. Fine weight, perhaps a little rustic towards the finish but it gains weight and coheres with aeration. Give this another couple of years in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 17.5 (JR) |
In Bond
£392.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)Light to mid crimson. Scented with red fruit and stone dust. Mouth-watering freshness and purity, well structured by the finest of tannins that are easy to underestimate as they are so refined. Long and juicy. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,004.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£309.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
£1,350.00 |
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Decanter (96)Planted way back in 1926, this 0.5ha parcel is always the most complex wine at the domaine. Violet and aniseed scents segue into a palate that's smooth, glossy and textured with bramble and black cherry fruit, some chalky undertones, stylish oak and subtle reduction. Supple, refined winemaking with appealing underlying precision and freshness. One of the best examples of the Grand Cru in 2018. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,135.00 |
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Revered for its finesse, the Jerome Prevost La Closerie Fac Simile Extra Brut Rose 2018 is a true reflection of the exceptional wine craftsmanship prevalent in La Closerie, Champagne. It is here, from only 2.2 hectares of vineyards, that winemaking savant Jerome Prevost, concocts his enchanting libations. Utilising a solera system, he ensures continuity of taste over vintages. This extraordinary 2018 rose, predominantly realised from Pinot Meunier grown on limestone and silt, exhibits an enticing nose of oranges, rose petals and red berries, supported by a precise mineral structure. On the palate, it reveals a harmonious dialogue between zesty acidity and succulent fruit layers, making it a perfect companion for seafood or aperitifs. Experience sheer indulgence in every drop with Jerome Prevost La Closerie Fac Simile Extra Brut Rose 2018 - a sparkling jewel from the Champagne region that personifies the brilliance of its creator. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95-97 (VN) |
In Bond
£858.00 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Montrachet Grand Cru comes from the two-hectares on the Puligny side, comprising five parcels vinified separately (although I tasted the final blend). It has a very pure bouquet and, especially for Drouhin, an intense bouquet of lanolin, walnut and pressed flower aromas that if anything becomes even more powerful with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with superb balance, almost symmetrical, and just the right amount of salinity. This is a vibrant, precise Montrachet with touches of sea salt and ginger toward the very persistent finish, which fans out with brio. Deeply impressive. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (IB) |
In Bond
£956.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (98)(5-Star Wine) The star wine of the event. Glowing purple in colour, the 2018 Drouhin Musigny is magical in all its dimensions, without any suggestion of being a blockbuster. The fruit is superbly sensual while maintaining its gracefulness, and the tannins are exceptionally fine grained. The acidity is also beautifully integrated and the persistence stands out. What more to say? |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
£419.00 |
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Vinous (95)A gorgeous, elegant wine, the 2018 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is captivating from the very first taste. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and menthol build in the glass. More than anything else, though, I am impressed by the wine's vibrancy and poise. Gallina has always aged beautifully here. I expect that will be the case with the 2018 as well. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£1,783.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Caillerets has turned out brilliantly, revealing an incipiently complex bouquet featuring scents of white flowers, Anjou pear, fresh peach, fresh pastry and flinty reduction. Medium to full-bodied, deep and satiny, it's a lively, concentrated wine with lovely mid-palate amplitude and a lively, saline finish. Inherently more open and immediate than the superb 2017 rendition, it will nevertheless merit and reward some bottle age. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£389.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97-99 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,199.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97-99)More lemon than lime in colour with its high-toned refreshing bouquet. There is some lime blossom, very complex, not the weight of the astonishing Bâtard-Montrachet, but this is a beautifully dressed mannequin in the finest silk, with a little bit of orange blossom in its hair. Incredible persistence. Gorgeous aromatics, so different from the Bâtard yet equally outstanding. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£710.40 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Meursault Sur le Dos de l’Ane has a very intense bouquet that is actually quite Puligny-like in style. The palate is well balanced with a saline tang on the entry, modest depth and a spicy, energetic finish. Fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (IB) |
In Bond
£1,347.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (97)Fresh pale primrose. The bouquet is undeveloped at first but shows promise. A little bit of sulphur checks the back of the throat. Really fine intensity, white fruit, a touch of greengage, untogether at the moment but with fine potential. Indeed, there is immense potential, this may be the most concentrated wine of the day. In fact, for me the wine of the whole four day tasting event. DIAM closure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£522.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a little confit and jammy on the nose, though the fruit is attractive, wild strawberry and raspberry, touches of orange pith. It coheres impressively in the glass despite a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied with chiselled tannins. Plenty of freshness here, saline, vibrant and bright, this fans out gloriously towards the finish with a persistent, spicy, slightly exotic finish that does not detract from typicité. Big things ahead. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN) |
In Bond
£460.00 |
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Vinous (92-95)The 2018 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is soft, silky and wonderfully understated, as wines from this site tend to be. Sweet perfumed overtones give the Clos its weightless, sensual feel, and yet there is plenty of depth in the wine that is just waiting to emerge. Lemon confit, mint, white pepper and wild flowers all come together in this ethereal, graceful and somewhat elusive Chablis. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (VN) |
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£2,250.00 |
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Vinous (98+)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is just all goodness. Crème de cassis, lavender, graphite, cinnamon and licorice all grace this exquisite, wonderfully nuanced Cabernet Sauvignon. There is almost no sensation of tannin. The 2018 impresses with its magnificent purity and pedigree. Time brings out the wine's inherent gravitas and pure power. Readers who can find it are in for a treat! |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£4,482.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,225.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£347.00 |
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Vinous (94)Brilliant ruby. Deeply perfumed red and blue fruit and floral aromas are complemented by suggestions of exotic spices, licorice and smoky minerals. Juicy and concentrated in style, offering appealingly sweet cherry and raspberry liqueur flavors that become livelier and spicier as the wine opens up. Shows impressive power and breadth, and the long, floral- and spice-driven finish is shaped by steadily building tannins. Note that there was no Vieilles Vignes bottling made in 2018. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£798.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)The 2018 Château Margaux is composed of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, representing 36% of the crop this year. The wine has a pH of 3.8 and 14% alcohol. Deep purple-black in color, it slowly unfurls to reveal tantalizing scents of crème de cassis, wild blueberries and Black Forest cake with hints of redcurrant jelly, rose oil, dark chocolate and cedar chest plus a touch of star anise. The medium to full-bodied palate bursts with opulent black fruit, fragrant earth and floral layers, supported by a rock-solid structure of exquisitely ripe, finely grained tannins and seamless backbone of freshness, finishing with fantastic length. This is classic Margaux at its most seductive, although it is, rather amazingly, approachable and absolutely delicious right now. But, to enjoy its full glory, you will want to cellar it for at least 6-8 years and then watch it metamorphize over the next 40+ years. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90-93 (VN (AG)) |
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£244.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)The 2018 Mazeyres is absolutely gorgeous. Bright, exquisitely perfumed and nuanced, Mazeyres shows just how attractive the best wines from Pomerol's sandier soils can be. Floral notes add lift to a core of red/purplish berry fruit, with striking textural depth and nuance that builds in the glass. Although quite accessible, Mazeyres also offers a good bit of depth while retaining its mid-weight personality. Tasted four times. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£690.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet of crushed rose petals and briar infusing the airy red berry fruit. The palate is well balanced with pure red cherries and crushed strawberry fruit, a hint of dark chocolate and a finely proportioned, smooth finish. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-97 (VN) |
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£6,088.00 |
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Vinous (95-97)The 2018 Richebourg Grand Cru has a much more imposing bouquet compared to the Cros Parantoux, the intense blackberry, bilberry, crushed stone and clove scents gently unfurling in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and enormous depth, yet gentle in terms of grip. There is a sense of symmetry on the finish here, along with superb length, yet this will clearly require more bottle age than the Cros Parantoux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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£237.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Beaune Clos des Aigrots 1er Cru is matured in 15% new oak. It has a very delineated, focused bouquet of mineral-rich red berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, gentle grip, superb mineralité and real weight and depth on the very long, persistent finish. This is beautifully balanced. Superb. |
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