Wine In Stock
At Cru World Wine, we understand that sometimes you need your wine in a hurry. That's why we've created our "Wine In Stock" page - a selection of wines that have been landed in our local warehouse and are ready for rapid delivery.
Our "Wine In Stock" selection includes a variety of wines from around the world, ranging from classic vintages to up-and-coming wineries. And with our local warehouse, you can be sure that your wine will be delivered quickly and efficiently, so you can enjoy it in no time.
Whether you're hosting a dinner party, planning a special occasion, or just want to stock up your cellar, our "Wine In Stock" page has something for everyone. So why wait? Shop our selection today and enjoy the convenience of fast and reliable delivery, straight from our local warehouse to your doorstep.
Wine In Stock
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WCI) |
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£1,291.24 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (99)With a remarkable depth of color, the wine opens from the glass with touches of espresso, smoke, tobacco, flowers, spice and an array of red and black fruits. Full-bodied, richly textured, opulent, velvety and silken, the wine is off the charts with its decadent sex-appeal. This is a modern day version of the legendary 1982 that will easily age for 3-4 decades without fear. Give it at least 10 years in the cellar before pulling a cork. Bravo to the team of Nicolas Glumineau for producing this incredible wine! |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
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£597.67 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 - a testament to the mastery of renowned winemaker, Pierre Boisson. Hailing from Meursault, a reputable source of esteemed white wines in France's Burgundy region, this hand-crafted Chardonnay epitomises grandeur. Fermented naturally and aged in French oak barrels, the Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 is breathtakingly fresh and elegant. Its alluring nose of citrus and apple, gracefully mingles with layers of mineral complexity and a refined oak presence. On the palate, it unfolds beautifully, exhibiting pleasing acidity and a lingering finish. Lovingly managed, the family-owned vineyard uses sustainable viticultural practices to ensure the purity of each grape. Pierre Boisson, revered in winemaking circles, is renowned for his minimalist approach, crafting wines that authentically reflect their terroir. The brilliance of Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 is a testament to his skill and the extraordinary heritage of the region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,387.24 |
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Setting an example in Burgundy, the Pierre Girardin Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Suchots 2018 is a masterpiece. The young vintner, Pierre Girardin, orchestrated this wine with tradition and innovation, combining hand-harvesting and sorting with temperature-controlled stainless-steel fermentation, creating an unmatched composition. Located in the heart of Burgundy, the Vosne-Romanee appellation has long been recognised for producing high-quality Pinot Noir, and Les Suchots is among its finest Premier Crus. Featuring an intoxicating bouquet of ripe cherries, wild berries, integrated oak, and delicate hints of spice, it tempts the palate. On tasting, you'll find excellent concentration, velvety tannins, and a lengthy, elegant finish, illuminating the time-tested winemaking acumen of the Maison Pierre Girardin. This sublime creation is a testament to the prowess of Pierre Girardin, the 13th generation of the Girardin family, who are driving the evolution of Burgundy Pinot Noir with their subtle, precise wines. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£428.26 |
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Vinous (94)Deep, glistening ruby-red. A highly complex bouquet evokes red/blue fruit preserves, incense and exotic spices, and floral and smoky mineral nuances emerge as the wine opens up. Stains the palate with finely etched, spice-laced raspberry, boysenberry and candied lavender flavors supported by a core of juicy acidity. Shows impressive depth as well as energy and finishes spicy and extremely long, leaving repeating floral and red fruit notes behind. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (BH) |
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£3,229.24 |
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Burghound (97)A brooding and almost grumpy nose only grudgingly gives up its aromas of poached plum, warm earth, smoked game and once again, plenty of spice nuances. The velvety and opulent big-bodied flavors brim with an abundance of dry extract that imparts a seductive mid-palate mouth but also serves to buffer the remarkably firm tannic spine shaping the powerful and hugely long finish where the only nit is a suggestion of warmth. This is a fantastic but seriously imposing wine with the structure to match so this is one to buy and forget you own it. In a word, brilliant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (BH) |
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£2,353.24 |
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Burghound (97)A brooding and almost grumpy nose only grudgingly gives up its aromas of poached plum, warm earth, smoked game and once again, plenty of spice nuances. The velvety and opulent big-bodied flavors brim with an abundance of dry extract that imparts a seductive mid-palate mouth but also serves to buffer the remarkably firm tannic spine shaping the powerful and hugely long finish where the only nit is a suggestion of warmth. This is a fantastic but seriously imposing wine with the structure to match so this is one to buy and forget you own it. In a word, brilliant. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£534.83 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2018 Pontet-Canet is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. It was aged in 55% oak barriques and 45% amphorae. Deep garnet-purple colored, it explodes from the glass with an atomic perfume of raspberry pie, blackcurrant pastilles, rose oil and Chinese five spice, giving way to suggestions of cinnamon stick, dusty soil, pencil lead and underbrush. The rich, seductive, full-bodied palate is a hedonist's dream, delivering layer-upon-layer of black and red berry preserves with loads of fragrant accents, a beautifully firm yet plush texture and tons of freshness, finishing long with a whole firework display of exotic spices. This is pretty much out-of-the-gate delicious, but it has the backbone to evolve over three decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£637.24 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2018 Pontet-Canet is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. It was aged in 55% oak barriques and 45% amphorae. Deep garnet-purple colored, it explodes from the glass with an atomic perfume of raspberry pie, blackcurrant pastilles, rose oil and Chinese five spice, giving way to suggestions of cinnamon stick, dusty soil, pencil lead and underbrush. The rich, seductive, full-bodied palate is a hedonist's dream, delivering layer-upon-layer of black and red berry preserves with loads of fragrant accents, a beautifully firm yet plush texture and tons of freshness, finishing long with a whole firework display of exotic spices. This is pretty much out-of-the-gate delicious, but it has the backbone to evolve over three decades or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (BH) |
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£5,353.24 |
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Burghound (94)Hints of mineral reduction and matchstick character suffuse the elegant aromas of honeysuckle, acacia blossom and spiced pear that are trimmed in wisps of wood and lemon rind. The super-sleek, intense and nicely detailed flavors possess good richness on the citrusy and beautifully long finale where moderate warmth slowly emerges. This elegant effort is perhaps a bit bolder and powerful than is usually the case and a BBM that should age gracefully over the next decade. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£943.66 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£559.24 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-95 (IB) |
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£2,419.24 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-95)Pale colour with green tints, very fresh, there is even a little bit of noble reduction. The 2018 Forêts delivers an absolutely scintillating, crystalline purity. There is impressive weight on the palate, balanced by a refreshing greener element to the fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£3,235.24 |
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Vinous (92-94)A wine of textural depth and resonance, the 2018 Chablis Monts-Mains 1er Cru shows terrific power and richness in its broad, sweeping feel. Even with all of its density and overtness, the 2018 retains terrific freshness to balance things out. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (BH) |
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£2,539.24 |
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Burghound (95)This is perhaps the most elegant and floral-infused wine in the range with its array of various white flower scents, especially acacia that are nuanced by wisps of ocean breeze, iodine and algae. The restrained and well-detailed flavors possess a sophisticated and refined mouthfeel while the stony and chiseled finish exhibiting excellent persistence on the bone-dry finish. This is class in a glass and a stunning rendition of the appellation though note well that at least moderate patience is strongly advised. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£632.47 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A rich and dense second wine of Pichon Lalande with a full body, round and juicy tannins and a fruit-driven finish. Chewy, too. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£295.24 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A rich and dense second wine of Pichon Lalande with a full body, round and juicy tannins and a fruit-driven finish. Chewy, too. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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£298.84 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)An estate that’s on an upward trajectory, having just completed work on a new cellar, the 2018 Château Ripeau comes from just over 12 hectares of vines situated near the likes of Cheval Blanc, Figeac, and La Dominique, and is a rough blend of 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon that will spend 16-18 months in new French oak. It offers a deep purple color as well as terrific purity and precision in its vibrant cassis and black raspberry fruits and notes of spring flowers, spice box, and earth. Medium to full-bodied, silky, and seamless on the palate, it has building tannins, ample mid-palate depth, and good concentration, and stays light on its feet and incredibly elegant. This estate is managed by Julien Salles and gets consulting advice from Claude Gros. My money is on this 2018 being the best to date, and I suspect the best is still to come! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87 (VN) |
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£386.47 |
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Vinous (87)Racked three or four weeks prior to my visit, the 2018 Bourgogne Passetoutgrains contains 10% Gamay. It has a crisp red cherry and wild strawberry bouquet with veins of blue fruit. The palate is well balanced with succulent tannins and a little more body than the 2017, as you would expect, as well as more rondeur on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,003.24 |
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Delight in the unrivalled sophistication of the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Petits Monts 2018. This epitome of fine wine basks in the legacy of the Sirugue family, ardently cultivated in the premium vineyards of Vosne-Romanee, France. Unveiling a stunning array of scents, evocative of ripe berries, dark cherries and delicate spices, it introduces the palate to an exhilarating exploration of authentic Burgundian terroir. Crafted with rigorous attention to detail, incorporating traditional vinification methods along with restrained oak maturation, it captures an exquisite balance of power and finesse, while expressing an impressive minerality. The producer's dedication renders this expressive Pinot Noir wine an enriching symphony of depth, elegance, and longevity. A distinguished addition to any collection, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Petits Monts 2018 is a testament to the artistry of French winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£403.24 |
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Crafted by the renowned producer, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 is a red wine embodying the heart of Burgundy, France. A beacon of consistency, Sirugue has been cultivating exquisite wines since 1947, and the 2018 vintage is no exception. Carefully matured in French oak barrels, this Pinot Noir is a sublime testament to traditional winemaking practices. Undeniably graceful, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 gifts the palate with a symphony of red berry notes accompanied by a gentle whisper of spice. Its graceful tannins lend structure, while the masterful balance of acidity ensures a long, harmonious finish. Vosne-Romanee is famed for its delicate, consistent terroir, and this 2018 edition champions the region's prime qualities. With an impressive ageing potential, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 is a worthy addition to any discerning wine collection, promising an impressive return on investment. A pinnacle of prestige and purity, this is undoubtedly a classic Burgundy red. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£972.25 |
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James Suckling (100)A gently spicy thread here with all manner of fresh fruit that’s just so ripe. This offers very intense mangoes and apricots with peach essence and gentle candied kumquat. The palate is like a perfect sphere of flavor, completely seamless. This is melded together by an extraordinary vintage and delivered to the greatest heights of sweetness and balance. Really a perfect wine. Drink over decades. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£1,265.77 |
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James Suckling (100)A gently spicy thread here with all manner of fresh fruit that’s just so ripe. This offers very intense mangoes and apricots with peach essence and gentle candied kumquat. The palate is like a perfect sphere of flavor, completely seamless. This is melded together by an extraordinary vintage and delivered to the greatest heights of sweetness and balance. Really a perfect wine. Drink over decades. |
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Rheingau | 3 | 99 (JS) |
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£477.20 |
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James Suckling (99)Ripe and golden with a subtle hint of oak in the nose, plus some delicate spice. Super concentrated and super elegant with fabulous minerality at the powerful finish, this astonishing dry riesling is only just beginning to come into its own. The first vintage from this sub-site of the Gräfenberg that the Weil family always called by this Italian name. Drink of hold. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (WA) |
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£413.86 |
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Wine Advocate (94-96)There's a purity of fruit to this wine that's remarkable, year after year. The 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape Prestige showcases cherries and blueberries, backed by subtle power and gentle structure. Full-bodied, creamy and lush yet bright, intense and long on the finish, it's a terrific effort. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-97 (WA) |
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£745.06 |
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Wine Advocate (94-97)As usual, the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape le Secret de Sabon is nearly all Grenache, from two old-vine parcels. Raspberries, black cherries and chocolate overtones appear on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied, rich and concentrated. Licorice notes mark the long finish, framed by silky-creamy tannins. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
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£563.09 |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (JD) |
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£781.06 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)One of the wines of the vintage, 2018 Gigondas Hominis Fides comes from a single parcel of old vines planted in more limestone/sandy soils not far from the estate (it’s just across the street from the Le Claux lieu-dit). This dense purple/ruby hued beauty boasts a sensational bouquet of ripe black raspberries, mulled cherries, black licorice, loamy soil, and a kiss of camphor, as well as plenty of peppery herb-like nuances. With full-bodied richness, it hits the palate with a seamless, elegant texture, no hard edges, building tannins and one seriously good finish. It’s not a powerhouse like the 2007 or 2016, yet has incredible finesse as well as purity of fruit and length. It benefits from a quick decant and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face any time over the coming 15+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£744.62 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Another sensational wine, the 2018 Gigondas Le Poste comes from a hillside parcel just up from the domaine, just to the east of the village of Gigondas. Deep ruby/purple-hued with killer notes of blackcurrants, ground pepper, violets, tobacco leaf, and obvious minerality, it’s full-bodied, has a fleshy, layered, opulent texture, building tannins, and a great, great finish. It shows the more approachable style of the vintage yet still brings incredible richness and depth. It will blow you away any time over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 2 | 90-92 (WA) |
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£165.64 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)An 80-20 blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre, the 2018 Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu Vieilles Vignes features lovely scents of garrigue layered over ripe black cherry fruit. It lacks the extra depth of the estate's Gigondas but remains impressive, being full-bodied, silky and already easy to drink, with a long, slightly briny finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£1,031.09 |
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Vinous (96)Saturated ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented cherry and dark berry liqueur, cola, licorice and potpourri scents are complemented by an exotic spice nuance. Broad and fleshy in the mouth, offering deeply concentrated black raspberry, boysenberry and bitter cherry flavors that become sweeter and more lively as the wine opens up. Shows excellent clarity and floral lift and finishes extremely long and spicy, with steadily building tannins adding closing grip. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WCI) |
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£1,060.00 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (99)With a remarkable depth of color, the wine opens from the glass with touches of espresso, smoke, tobacco, flowers, spice and an array of red and black fruits. Full-bodied, richly textured, opulent, velvety and silken, the wine is off the charts with its decadent sex-appeal. This is a modern day version of the legendary 1982 that will easily age for 3-4 decades without fear. Give it at least 10 years in the cellar before pulling a cork. Bravo to the team of Nicolas Glumineau for producing this incredible wine! |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
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£466.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 - a testament to the mastery of renowned winemaker, Pierre Boisson. Hailing from Meursault, a reputable source of esteemed white wines in France's Burgundy region, this hand-crafted Chardonnay epitomises grandeur. Fermented naturally and aged in French oak barrels, the Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 is breathtakingly fresh and elegant. Its alluring nose of citrus and apple, gracefully mingles with layers of mineral complexity and a refined oak presence. On the palate, it unfolds beautifully, exhibiting pleasing acidity and a lingering finish. Lovingly managed, the family-owned vineyard uses sustainable viticultural practices to ensure the purity of each grape. Pierre Boisson, revered in winemaking circles, is renowned for his minimalist approach, crafting wines that authentically reflect their terroir. The brilliance of Pierre Boisson Bourgogne Blanc 2018 is a testament to his skill and the extraordinary heritage of the region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,140.00 |
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Setting an example in Burgundy, the Pierre Girardin Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Suchots 2018 is a masterpiece. The young vintner, Pierre Girardin, orchestrated this wine with tradition and innovation, combining hand-harvesting and sorting with temperature-controlled stainless-steel fermentation, creating an unmatched composition. Located in the heart of Burgundy, the Vosne-Romanee appellation has long been recognised for producing high-quality Pinot Noir, and Les Suchots is among its finest Premier Crus. Featuring an intoxicating bouquet of ripe cherries, wild berries, integrated oak, and delicate hints of spice, it tempts the palate. On tasting, you'll find excellent concentration, velvety tannins, and a lengthy, elegant finish, illuminating the time-tested winemaking acumen of the Maison Pierre Girardin. This sublime creation is a testament to the prowess of Pierre Girardin, the 13th generation of the Girardin family, who are driving the evolution of Burgundy Pinot Noir with their subtle, precise wines. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£337.00 |
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Vinous (94)Deep, glistening ruby-red. A highly complex bouquet evokes red/blue fruit preserves, incense and exotic spices, and floral and smoky mineral nuances emerge as the wine opens up. Stains the palate with finely etched, spice-laced raspberry, boysenberry and candied lavender flavors supported by a core of juicy acidity. Shows impressive depth as well as energy and finishes spicy and extremely long, leaving repeating floral and red fruit notes behind. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (BH) |
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£2,675.00 |
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Burghound (97)A brooding and almost grumpy nose only grudgingly gives up its aromas of poached plum, warm earth, smoked game and once again, plenty of spice nuances. The velvety and opulent big-bodied flavors brim with an abundance of dry extract that imparts a seductive mid-palate mouth but also serves to buffer the remarkably firm tannic spine shaping the powerful and hugely long finish where the only nit is a suggestion of warmth. This is a fantastic but seriously imposing wine with the structure to match so this is one to buy and forget you own it. In a word, brilliant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (BH) |
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£1,945.00 |
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Burghound (97)A brooding and almost grumpy nose only grudgingly gives up its aromas of poached plum, warm earth, smoked game and once again, plenty of spice nuances. The velvety and opulent big-bodied flavors brim with an abundance of dry extract that imparts a seductive mid-palate mouth but also serves to buffer the remarkably firm tannic spine shaping the powerful and hugely long finish where the only nit is a suggestion of warmth. This is a fantastic but seriously imposing wine with the structure to match so this is one to buy and forget you own it. In a word, brilliant. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£435.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2018 Pontet-Canet is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. It was aged in 55% oak barriques and 45% amphorae. Deep garnet-purple colored, it explodes from the glass with an atomic perfume of raspberry pie, blackcurrant pastilles, rose oil and Chinese five spice, giving way to suggestions of cinnamon stick, dusty soil, pencil lead and underbrush. The rich, seductive, full-bodied palate is a hedonist's dream, delivering layer-upon-layer of black and red berry preserves with loads of fragrant accents, a beautifully firm yet plush texture and tons of freshness, finishing long with a whole firework display of exotic spices. This is pretty much out-of-the-gate delicious, but it has the backbone to evolve over three decades or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£515.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2018 Pontet-Canet is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. It was aged in 55% oak barriques and 45% amphorae. Deep garnet-purple colored, it explodes from the glass with an atomic perfume of raspberry pie, blackcurrant pastilles, rose oil and Chinese five spice, giving way to suggestions of cinnamon stick, dusty soil, pencil lead and underbrush. The rich, seductive, full-bodied palate is a hedonist's dream, delivering layer-upon-layer of black and red berry preserves with loads of fragrant accents, a beautifully firm yet plush texture and tons of freshness, finishing long with a whole firework display of exotic spices. This is pretty much out-of-the-gate delicious, but it has the backbone to evolve over three decades or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (BH) |
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£4,445.00 |
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Burghound (94)Hints of mineral reduction and matchstick character suffuse the elegant aromas of honeysuckle, acacia blossom and spiced pear that are trimmed in wisps of wood and lemon rind. The super-sleek, intense and nicely detailed flavors possess good richness on the citrusy and beautifully long finale where moderate warmth slowly emerges. This elegant effort is perhaps a bit bolder and powerful than is usually the case and a BBM that should age gracefully over the next decade. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£765.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£450.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Reminding me of the 2016, the 2018 Château Rauzan-Segla reveals this beautifully fresh, complex bouquet that still has serious richness and depth. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, raised in 65% new barrels, it offers a dense purple hue to go with gorgeous notes of blackcurrants, spring flowers, cigar wrapper, and sandalwood. A quintessential Margaux with its spicy, complex, floral character, it's full-bodied and has a supple, elegant texture, no hard edges, a solid spine of acidity, and a great, great finish. This is a brilliant, heavenly 2018 to enjoy over the coming 30 years or more. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-95 (IB) |
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£2,000.00 |
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-95)Pale colour with green tints, very fresh, there is even a little bit of noble reduction. The 2018 Forêts delivers an absolutely scintillating, crystalline purity. There is impressive weight on the palate, balanced by a refreshing greener element to the fruit. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£2,680.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)A wine of textural depth and resonance, the 2018 Chablis Monts-Mains 1er Cru shows terrific power and richness in its broad, sweeping feel. Even with all of its density and overtness, the 2018 retains terrific freshness to balance things out. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (BH) |
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£2,100.00 |
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Burghound (95)This is perhaps the most elegant and floral-infused wine in the range with its array of various white flower scents, especially acacia that are nuanced by wisps of ocean breeze, iodine and algae. The restrained and well-detailed flavors possess a sophisticated and refined mouthfeel while the stony and chiseled finish exhibiting excellent persistence on the bone-dry finish. This is class in a glass and a stunning rendition of the appellation though note well that at least moderate patience is strongly advised. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£495.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A rich and dense second wine of Pichon Lalande with a full body, round and juicy tannins and a fruit-driven finish. Chewy, too. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£230.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A rich and dense second wine of Pichon Lalande with a full body, round and juicy tannins and a fruit-driven finish. Chewy, too. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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£233.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)An estate that’s on an upward trajectory, having just completed work on a new cellar, the 2018 Château Ripeau comes from just over 12 hectares of vines situated near the likes of Cheval Blanc, Figeac, and La Dominique, and is a rough blend of 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon that will spend 16-18 months in new French oak. It offers a deep purple color as well as terrific purity and precision in its vibrant cassis and black raspberry fruits and notes of spring flowers, spice box, and earth. Medium to full-bodied, silky, and seamless on the palate, it has building tannins, ample mid-palate depth, and good concentration, and stays light on its feet and incredibly elegant. This estate is managed by Julien Salles and gets consulting advice from Claude Gros. My money is on this 2018 being the best to date, and I suspect the best is still to come! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87 (VN) |
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£290.00 |
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Vinous (87)Racked three or four weeks prior to my visit, the 2018 Bourgogne Passetoutgrains contains 10% Gamay. It has a crisp red cherry and wild strawberry bouquet with veins of blue fruit. The palate is well balanced with succulent tannins and a little more body than the 2017, as you would expect, as well as more rondeur on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£820.00 |
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Delight in the unrivalled sophistication of the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Petits Monts 2018. This epitome of fine wine basks in the legacy of the Sirugue family, ardently cultivated in the premium vineyards of Vosne-Romanee, France. Unveiling a stunning array of scents, evocative of ripe berries, dark cherries and delicate spices, it introduces the palate to an exhilarating exploration of authentic Burgundian terroir. Crafted with rigorous attention to detail, incorporating traditional vinification methods along with restrained oak maturation, it captures an exquisite balance of power and finesse, while expressing an impressive minerality. The producer's dedication renders this expressive Pinot Noir wine an enriching symphony of depth, elegance, and longevity. A distinguished addition to any collection, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Petits Monts 2018 is a testament to the artistry of French winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£320.00 |
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Crafted by the renowned producer, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 is a red wine embodying the heart of Burgundy, France. A beacon of consistency, Sirugue has been cultivating exquisite wines since 1947, and the 2018 vintage is no exception. Carefully matured in French oak barrels, this Pinot Noir is a sublime testament to traditional winemaking practices. Undeniably graceful, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 gifts the palate with a symphony of red berry notes accompanied by a gentle whisper of spice. Its graceful tannins lend structure, while the masterful balance of acidity ensures a long, harmonious finish. Vosne-Romanee is famed for its delicate, consistent terroir, and this 2018 edition champions the region's prime qualities. With an impressive ageing potential, the Robert Sirugue Vosne-Romanee 2018 is a worthy addition to any discerning wine collection, promising an impressive return on investment. A pinnacle of prestige and purity, this is undoubtedly a classic Burgundy red. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£807.00 |
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James Suckling (100)A gently spicy thread here with all manner of fresh fruit that’s just so ripe. This offers very intense mangoes and apricots with peach essence and gentle candied kumquat. The palate is like a perfect sphere of flavor, completely seamless. This is melded together by an extraordinary vintage and delivered to the greatest heights of sweetness and balance. Really a perfect wine. Drink over decades. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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£1,050.00 |
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James Suckling (100)A gently spicy thread here with all manner of fresh fruit that’s just so ripe. This offers very intense mangoes and apricots with peach essence and gentle candied kumquat. The palate is like a perfect sphere of flavor, completely seamless. This is melded together by an extraordinary vintage and delivered to the greatest heights of sweetness and balance. Really a perfect wine. Drink over decades. |
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Rheingau | 3 | 99 (JS) |
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£395.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Ripe and golden with a subtle hint of oak in the nose, plus some delicate spice. Super concentrated and super elegant with fabulous minerality at the powerful finish, this astonishing dry riesling is only just beginning to come into its own. The first vintage from this sub-site of the Gräfenberg that the Weil family always called by this Italian name. Drink of hold. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (WA) |
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£325.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94-96)There's a purity of fruit to this wine that's remarkable, year after year. The 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape Prestige showcases cherries and blueberries, backed by subtle power and gentle structure. Full-bodied, creamy and lush yet bright, intense and long on the finish, it's a terrific effort. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-97 (WA) |
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£601.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94-97)As usual, the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape le Secret de Sabon is nearly all Grenache, from two old-vine parcels. Raspberries, black cherries and chocolate overtones appear on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied, rich and concentrated. Licorice notes mark the long finish, framed by silky-creamy tannins. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
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£450.00 |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (JD) |
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£631.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)One of the wines of the vintage, 2018 Gigondas Hominis Fides comes from a single parcel of old vines planted in more limestone/sandy soils not far from the estate (it’s just across the street from the Le Claux lieu-dit). This dense purple/ruby hued beauty boasts a sensational bouquet of ripe black raspberries, mulled cherries, black licorice, loamy soil, and a kiss of camphor, as well as plenty of peppery herb-like nuances. With full-bodied richness, it hits the palate with a seamless, elegant texture, no hard edges, building tannins and one seriously good finish. It’s not a powerhouse like the 2007 or 2016, yet has incredible finesse as well as purity of fruit and length. It benefits from a quick decant and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face any time over the coming 15+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£600.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)Another sensational wine, the 2018 Gigondas Le Poste comes from a hillside parcel just up from the domaine, just to the east of the village of Gigondas. Deep ruby/purple-hued with killer notes of blackcurrants, ground pepper, violets, tobacco leaf, and obvious minerality, it’s full-bodied, has a fleshy, layered, opulent texture, building tannins, and a great, great finish. It shows the more approachable style of the vintage yet still brings incredible richness and depth. It will blow you away any time over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 2 | 90-92 (WA) |
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£122.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)An 80-20 blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre, the 2018 Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu Vieilles Vignes features lovely scents of garrigue layered over ripe black cherry fruit. It lacks the extra depth of the estate's Gigondas but remains impressive, being full-bodied, silky and already easy to drink, with a long, slightly briny finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£840.00 |
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Vinous (96)Saturated ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented cherry and dark berry liqueur, cola, licorice and potpourri scents are complemented by an exotic spice nuance. Broad and fleshy in the mouth, offering deeply concentrated black raspberry, boysenberry and bitter cherry flavors that become sweeter and more lively as the wine opens up. Shows excellent clarity and floral lift and finishes extremely long and spicy, with steadily building tannins adding closing grip. |
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