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Wine In Stock
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Catalunya | 1 | 97-100 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (97-100)As I saw in some of the other wines, there is a lot more Cariñena in the still unbottled 2016 L'Ermita than in the 2015. The varietal breakdown was approximately 85% Garnacha, 14% Cariñena and 1% white grapes—Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo and PX. The grapes are manually sorted and destemmed by the team that picks them and are put to ferment in an oak vat with the natural yeasts from the grapes. Malolactic was in barrique, which is where the wine was maturing when I tasted it. It has electric acidity that makes it vibrant, even if the nose might be a bit shy. I don't remember a vintage of L'Ermita with this concentration and acidity. We have to see how the élevage rounds it out, but this could be a very important vintage for L'Ermita. The expectation is to bottle some 2,000 bottles of this in May/June 2018. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£751.24 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Very deep purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Dakota Vineyard has a compelling savoriness of char-grilled meat and roasted nuts on the nose with a core of crème de cassis, violets and crushed plums plus a touch of garrigue. Medium-bodied and tautly structured with firm, fine-grained tannins and seamless freshness, it has a incredible depth of primary fruit and earthy layers, finishing with incredible length and a lovely mineral hint. 432 cases produced. |
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Washington | 2 | 97 (JD) |
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£461.24 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)One of the finest examples of this cuvée I’ve tasted is the 2016 Champoux Vineyard, which comes from one of the top terroirs in the state and is in the slightly cooler Horse Heaven Hills AVA. The blend in 2016 is 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Cabernet Franc, all aged 18 months in just 25% new French oak. Young, full-bodied, and primordial, it has incredible potential but is going to need 4-5 years of bottle age. Thrilling notes of blueberries, cassis, lead pencil shavings, and bouquet garni all define the bouquet and it has remarkable purity and elegance. It picks up more floral and high-toned notes with time in the glass and is a brilliant bottle of wine that will keep for 2-3 decades. |
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Washington | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£755.39 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Flirting with perfection, the 2016 Sorella checks in as 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% each of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and the balance Petit Verdot. Coming all from the Champoux Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, its saturated purple color is followed by a La Mission Haut Brion-like bouquet of black and blue fruits, gravelly, minerality, smoke tobacco, and chocolate. Deep, multi-dimensional, full-bodied, and with beautiful complexity, it’s a magical wine as well as the finest wine from this estate to date. Bravo! |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99-100 (JS) |
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£1,151.54 |
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James Suckling (99-100)This shows the purity of Angelus. I have never tasted a wine from here with such incredible clarity. Full body, full fruit and full beauty. Super silky tannins. A joy to taste. Makes you want to drink it. 62% merlot and 38% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99-100 (JS) |
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James Suckling (99-100)This shows the purity of Angelus. I have never tasted a wine from here with such incredible clarity. Full body, full fruit and full beauty. Super silky tannins. A joy to taste. Makes you want to drink it. 62% merlot and 38% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WE) |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)This is a rich, perfumed wine, with dense tannins and intense layers of black plum and spice. The palate is firmly built yet broadened out by plump dark-fruit tones and honed by a solid, dry core. Drink from 2025. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2016 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers Vieilles Vignes is absolutely superb, bursting from the glass with aromas of earthy cherries and berry fruit, mingled with notions of rose petal, smoked meats and blood orange. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and multidimensional, with excellent concentration, ripe acids and a strikingly long, penetrating finish. Production was low this year, but this Sentiers is well worth a special effort to seek out. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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Presenting the illustrious Anne Boisson Meursault Blanc 2016, a wine that bears the hallmark of refined viticulture. It originates from the revered chalky soils of the Meursault appellation in Burgundy, France. Anne Boisson, a pioneer in bio-dynamic farming, and winemaker extraordinaire, is the master behind this natural white gem. The grapes underwent meticulous handpicking before vinification followed by 18 months of maturing in French oak barrels. You're granted a sensation of powerful minerality with a tantalising white floral overtone. Pear and apple notes align elegantly with buttery undertones, assuring an enjoyable complexity. The Anne Boisson Meursault Blanc 2016 delights with a robust body and lengthy finish, indicative of its acceptable ageing potential. Its low-intervention winemaking ensures a wine that speaks truth to its terroir, whilst maintaining the quintessential charm of Burgundian chardonnay. Truly a testament to Anne Boisson's impressive artisanal skills in the wine-making realm. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£563.09 |
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The 'Anne et Herve Sigaut Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Fuees 2016' is a sophisticated red Bordeaux wine, embodying the expertise of French winemaking. This masterpiece originates from the small village of Chambolle-Musigny in the Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, a region acclaimed for crafting world-class Pinot Noir. Produced by Anne et Herve Sigaut, a husband-wife team renowned for their organic vineyard practices since 1990, their craft imprints the narrative of their terroir in every bottle. Only mature vines, aged 40-60 years, are deemed suitable for yielding the nuanced grapes for this Premier Cru. The 2016 vintage, marked by its assertive tannins and striking acidity, presents an opulent bouquet of red and black fruits and a touch of spice. It exudes an enviable longevity, testament to careful ageing in oak barrels. A treasure among wine enthusiasts, Anne et Herve Sigaut Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Fuees 2016 promises an exquisite experience. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (DC) |
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£379.49 |
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Decanter (97)The vines of Belair-Monange are split between limestone on the plateau and clay limestone on the slopes. This is a stand-out wine, poised and silky but still in the Moueix muscular house style in 2015. Tannins are fully present and fully committed. In the glass, the floral side opens up, and there's impressive salinity on the finish where you can practically lick the limestone. Excellent; one to put away for eight to ten years. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£391.24 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia a Passignano is a terrific example of how responsive Sangiovese can be to site. Here, the flavors are darker and richer, while at the same time the wine possesses a level of textural resonance and breadth that distinguishes it from the more linear wines Antinori makes at the Tignanello vineyard. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and menthol fill out the wine's frame effortlessly. This is another stellar wine from Antinori. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£901.24 |
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James Suckling (97)So much blue fruit such as blueberries and blackberries; the purity of the fruit is incredible. Essence of cabernet sauvignon. Full-bodied yet with focused and fine tannins. Forceful but focused and polished. Needs two or three years to come around. And then enjoy for years afterwards. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,185.62 |
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Vinous (98)The 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Matarocchio, the estate's pure Cabernet Franc, is stunning. Dark, sumptuous and super-expressive, the 2016 is a seamless, exotic beauty. Even with all of its richness, the 2016 remains finessed and nuanced to the core, with exceptional balance and tons of energy. This vibrant Bolgheri Cabernet Franc will drink well for many years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£480.04 |
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In the world of fine wines, the Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 stands distinguished for its distinct complexity and remarkable balance. Crafted meticulously by the Antoniotti family, renowned vintners since the 19th century, from the eclectic terroir of Northern Piedmont, Italy. A harmonious blend of Nebbiolo, Croatina, Vespolina and Uva Rara, it undertakes a two-week fermentation in stainless steel before maturing patiently for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels. Resplendent in a ruby robe, the Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 exudes an elegant nose of red fruit, intertwined with earthy truffles and hints of leather. On the palate, it unfolds a symphony of cherry and raspberry, counterbalanced by profound mineral notes and velvety tannin. Vibrant acidity and a long, lingering finish affirm its eminent stature, making it a cherished choice among connoisseurs. Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 is indeed a testament to the fine art of wine-making. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 95+ (WA) |
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£289.24 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)This is a terrific wine and one of the new releases from Montalcino that I happily include on a short list of top recommendations. The Argiano 2015 Brunello di Montalcino shows a very lively bouquet that is already singing despite the young age of this new release. The wine opens to a dark ruby color with garnet highlights. The bouquet shows a large span of wild berry, earth, licorice spice and medicinal herb aromas. This vintage also reveals a pretty floral character with dried rose potpourri and lavender buds. After fermentation, the wine is aged slowly for 30 months in large oak botte (including 10-, 30- and 50-hectoliter capacity), thus restricting oxygen and gently slowing its evolution. However, the 2015 vintage is naturally expressive and exuberant, and that's the main takeaway here. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£324.04 |
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James Suckling (97)A very polished red with cloves and caramel, on top of black cherries, mushrooms and forest floor. Black olives, too. It's full-bodied with polished tannins and lovely depth all the way through. Lightly chewy. Juicy black-cherries and savory black-olive character. Complex. Drink after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£709.24 |
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James Suckling (97)A reincarnation of Argiano’s IGT Suolo as a single-vineyard Brunello, without the heavy new-wood use, this is a sleek and exquisite wine. Lifted orange peel defines the nose, which also offers wild strawberries, nutmeg, lightly roasted coffee, glazed cherries and dried herbs. Finely tuned and only medium-to full-bodied on the palate, the tannins taking on a graceful, medium-chewy persona. Suave and delicate, yet long and powerful on the finish. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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£549.64 |
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James Suckling (97)Fantastic aromas of flowers such as violets and roses with dark purple fruits and hints of stones, too. Full body with ultra-fine tannins and a long and linear finish. This is a return to the great Solengos of the mid-1990s. The best since 1997. Cabernet sauvignon 50%, petit verdot 30%, merlot 15% and sangiovese 5%. Drinkable now but better in 2020. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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£3,273.20 |
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Burghound (98)Here too there is just enough wood in evidence to mention on the gorgeously spiced and intricately layered aromas of essence of red currant, floral, plum, earth and a whisper of the sauvage. Once again the mouthfeel of the notably more imposingly-scaled flavors is sleek with excellent minerality that really comes up on the super-saline finish that goes on and on. But what I really admire about the '16 Bèze is the texture because it's at once muscular yet highly seductive and refined. This is a very, very powerful wine that is seriously impressive in every respect. In a word, brilliant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£1,614.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2016 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is blessed with a bouquet of real pedigree: very complex mixture of red and black brambly fruit, sous-bois, crushed stone and rose petal aromas. The harmony and delineation is outstanding. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, pliant tannins that lend this Clos Saint-Jacques symmetry and poise. Fresh and vibrant, it never relinquishes any of its breeding and tension. The finish is persistent and utterly captivating. Fabulous. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Umbria | 1 | - |
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£594.29 |
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Umbria | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£580.66 |
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Vinous (95)The truly captivating 2016 Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni pulls you close to the glass with a beguiling bouquet that mixes citrus-tinged black fruits with exotic spices, hints of oregano, menthol and a dusting of cocoa. While there’s admirable weight and depth here, the textures are more like pure silk, delicately draped across the palate, yet leaving behind a saturating blend of intense dark fruits, minerals and fine-grained tannin. There’s so much depth and concentration to work through that, even as the 2016 finishes youthfully structured and dry, it continues to resonate for well over a minute with notes of currant, sage and dark chocolate. Bury this beautiful beast for at least 3–5 years in your cellar, and then enjoy it over the next decade or more. This is a fantastic rendition of Arnaldo Caprai’s 25 Anni. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88 (BH) |
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£3,062.47 |
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Burghound (88)A cool, pretty and pure nose reflects notes of various red berries, floral and a hint of earth. There is terrific energy and fine detail to the utterly delicious flavors that possess outstanding depth and length for a regional wine. Recommended. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£4,699.24 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2015 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Corvées Pagets, one of Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux's emblematic wines, wafts from the glass with a complex bouquet of plums, candied peel, violets and raspberries. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and complete, with a deep core of fruit, crystalline purity, and fine-grained but chalky tannins. Structurally, this is classic Premeaux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£8,173.24 |
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Vinous (93+)Healthy dark red. Sexy, soil-driven nose melds raspberry, spices, herbs and smoky minerals. Plush, fine-grained and sweet yet somehow light on its feet; like the 2016 version, this has a very high pH around 3.9 but its savory minerality and stem element give it sufficient energy and lift. A wonderfully seamless ripe-but-dry wine with a very long, rising finish featuring refined tannins and lingering black cherry and licorice notes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£2,119.24 |
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Vinous (90-92)(70% vendange entier; 15% new oak; tasted from tank): Healthy dark red. Enticing aromas of raspberry, spices, bitter chocolate and licorice. Wonderfully dense but juicy too, with its black fruit and mint flavors lifted by a floral element. Voluminous, classy, perfumed and very long, with the tannins barely noticeable today. A superb village wine. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 96 (TRR) |
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£595.24 |
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The Real Review (96)Line-priced with the Home Block Pinot Noir, this is a slightly more robust style thanks, perhaps, to more clay-rich soils. It's an elegant pinot noir with cherry, spice, anise, floral, violet, cigar box and fine, stemmy tannins. A little closed at this stage but with the potential to develop well with bottle age. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£343.24 |
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James Suckling (98)This has all the cherry and spice and perfume that defines this consistently stunning pinot noir, as well as a sense of immense freshness. The palate has deceptive lightness and tannins that are supple and caressing and that kick fresh and expansive out through the finish. Succulent and elegant. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£359.09 |
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Experience Burgundy as never before with the Au Pied du Mont Chauve Assortment Case 2016. This exceptional collection celebrates the artistry of this renowned Chardonnay Estate located in Chassagne-Montrachet. The assortment offers a feast of flavours from some of Burgundy's finest terroirs. Each wine is a study in traditional Viticulture, aged gracefully in French oak barrels, emerging with unparalleled depth and complexity. The domaine, headed by Françoise and Nicolas Melin, respects time-honoured methods, creating a Salomone between modernity and tradition. This exquisite case delivers the exceptional craft of Au Pied du Mont Chauve, capturing the diverse nuances of the 2016 vintage. A testament to Burgundian precision and elegance, each bottle reveals distinct regional characteristics. The Au Pied du Mont Chauve Assortment Case 2016 resonates with wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts who appreciate the nuance and diversity of fine Burgundian wine. Immerse yourself in the rich, sublime flavours of this extraordinary collection. |
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Catalunya | 1 | 97-100 (WA) |
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£2,576.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97-100)As I saw in some of the other wines, there is a lot more Cariñena in the still unbottled 2016 L'Ermita than in the 2015. The varietal breakdown was approximately 85% Garnacha, 14% Cariñena and 1% white grapes—Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo and PX. The grapes are manually sorted and destemmed by the team that picks them and are put to ferment in an oak vat with the natural yeasts from the grapes. Malolactic was in barrique, which is where the wine was maturing when I tasted it. It has electric acidity that makes it vibrant, even if the nose might be a bit shy. I don't remember a vintage of L'Ermita with this concentration and acidity. We have to see how the élevage rounds it out, but this could be a very important vintage for L'Ermita. The expectation is to bottle some 2,000 bottles of this in May/June 2018. |
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California | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£610.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Very deep purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Dakota Vineyard has a compelling savoriness of char-grilled meat and roasted nuts on the nose with a core of crème de cassis, violets and crushed plums plus a touch of garrigue. Medium-bodied and tautly structured with firm, fine-grained tannins and seamless freshness, it has a incredible depth of primary fruit and earthy layers, finishing with incredible length and a lovely mineral hint. 432 cases produced. |
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Washington | 2 | 97 (JD) |
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£365.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)One of the finest examples of this cuvée I’ve tasted is the 2016 Champoux Vineyard, which comes from one of the top terroirs in the state and is in the slightly cooler Horse Heaven Hills AVA. The blend in 2016 is 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Cabernet Franc, all aged 18 months in just 25% new French oak. Young, full-bodied, and primordial, it has incredible potential but is going to need 4-5 years of bottle age. Thrilling notes of blueberries, cassis, lead pencil shavings, and bouquet garni all define the bouquet and it has remarkable purity and elegance. It picks up more floral and high-toned notes with time in the glass and is a brilliant bottle of wine that will keep for 2-3 decades. |
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Washington | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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£610.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Flirting with perfection, the 2016 Sorella checks in as 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% each of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and the balance Petit Verdot. Coming all from the Champoux Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, its saturated purple color is followed by a La Mission Haut Brion-like bouquet of black and blue fruits, gravelly, minerality, smoke tobacco, and chocolate. Deep, multi-dimensional, full-bodied, and with beautiful complexity, it’s a magical wine as well as the finest wine from this estate to date. Bravo! |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99-100 (JS) |
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£950.00 |
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James Suckling (99-100)This shows the purity of Angelus. I have never tasted a wine from here with such incredible clarity. Full body, full fruit and full beauty. Super silky tannins. A joy to taste. Makes you want to drink it. 62% merlot and 38% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99-100 (JS) |
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£1,780.00 |
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James Suckling (99-100)This shows the purity of Angelus. I have never tasted a wine from here with such incredible clarity. Full body, full fruit and full beauty. Super silky tannins. A joy to taste. Makes you want to drink it. 62% merlot and 38% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WE) |
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£1,450.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)This is a rich, perfumed wine, with dense tannins and intense layers of black plum and spice. The palate is firmly built yet broadened out by plump dark-fruit tones and honed by a solid, dry core. Drink from 2025. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£945.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2016 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers Vieilles Vignes is absolutely superb, bursting from the glass with aromas of earthy cherries and berry fruit, mingled with notions of rose petal, smoked meats and blood orange. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and multidimensional, with excellent concentration, ripe acids and a strikingly long, penetrating finish. Production was low this year, but this Sentiers is well worth a special effort to seek out. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,585.00 |
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Presenting the illustrious Anne Boisson Meursault Blanc 2016, a wine that bears the hallmark of refined viticulture. It originates from the revered chalky soils of the Meursault appellation in Burgundy, France. Anne Boisson, a pioneer in bio-dynamic farming, and winemaker extraordinaire, is the master behind this natural white gem. The grapes underwent meticulous handpicking before vinification followed by 18 months of maturing in French oak barrels. You're granted a sensation of powerful minerality with a tantalising white floral overtone. Pear and apple notes align elegantly with buttery undertones, assuring an enjoyable complexity. The Anne Boisson Meursault Blanc 2016 delights with a robust body and lengthy finish, indicative of its acceptable ageing potential. Its low-intervention winemaking ensures a wine that speaks truth to its terroir, whilst maintaining the quintessential charm of Burgundian chardonnay. Truly a testament to Anne Boisson's impressive artisanal skills in the wine-making realm. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£450.00 |
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The 'Anne et Herve Sigaut Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Fuees 2016' is a sophisticated red Bordeaux wine, embodying the expertise of French winemaking. This masterpiece originates from the small village of Chambolle-Musigny in the Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, a region acclaimed for crafting world-class Pinot Noir. Produced by Anne et Herve Sigaut, a husband-wife team renowned for their organic vineyard practices since 1990, their craft imprints the narrative of their terroir in every bottle. Only mature vines, aged 40-60 years, are deemed suitable for yielding the nuanced grapes for this Premier Cru. The 2016 vintage, marked by its assertive tannins and striking acidity, presents an opulent bouquet of red and black fruits and a touch of spice. It exudes an enviable longevity, testament to careful ageing in oak barrels. A treasure among wine enthusiasts, Anne et Herve Sigaut Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Fuees 2016 promises an exquisite experience. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (DC) |
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£297.00 |
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Decanter (97)The vines of Belair-Monange are split between limestone on the plateau and clay limestone on the slopes. This is a stand-out wine, poised and silky but still in the Moueix muscular house style in 2015. Tannins are fully present and fully committed. In the glass, the floral side opens up, and there's impressive salinity on the finish where you can practically lick the limestone. Excellent; one to put away for eight to ten years. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£310.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia a Passignano is a terrific example of how responsive Sangiovese can be to site. Here, the flavors are darker and richer, while at the same time the wine possesses a level of textural resonance and breadth that distinguishes it from the more linear wines Antinori makes at the Tignanello vineyard. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and menthol fill out the wine's frame effortlessly. This is another stellar wine from Antinori. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£735.00 |
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James Suckling (97)So much blue fruit such as blueberries and blackberries; the purity of the fruit is incredible. Essence of cabernet sauvignon. Full-bodied yet with focused and fine tannins. Forceful but focused and polished. Needs two or three years to come around. And then enjoy for years afterwards. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£980.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Matarocchio, the estate's pure Cabernet Franc, is stunning. Dark, sumptuous and super-expressive, the 2016 is a seamless, exotic beauty. Even with all of its richness, the 2016 remains finessed and nuanced to the core, with exceptional balance and tons of energy. This vibrant Bolgheri Cabernet Franc will drink well for many years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£384.00 |
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In the world of fine wines, the Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 stands distinguished for its distinct complexity and remarkable balance. Crafted meticulously by the Antoniotti family, renowned vintners since the 19th century, from the eclectic terroir of Northern Piedmont, Italy. A harmonious blend of Nebbiolo, Croatina, Vespolina and Uva Rara, it undertakes a two-week fermentation in stainless steel before maturing patiently for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels. Resplendent in a ruby robe, the Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 exudes an elegant nose of red fruit, intertwined with earthy truffles and hints of leather. On the palate, it unfolds a symphony of cherry and raspberry, counterbalanced by profound mineral notes and velvety tannin. Vibrant acidity and a long, lingering finish affirm its eminent stature, making it a cherished choice among connoisseurs. Antoniotti Odilio Bramaterra 2015 is indeed a testament to the fine art of wine-making. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 95+ (WA) |
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£225.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)This is a terrific wine and one of the new releases from Montalcino that I happily include on a short list of top recommendations. The Argiano 2015 Brunello di Montalcino shows a very lively bouquet that is already singing despite the young age of this new release. The wine opens to a dark ruby color with garnet highlights. The bouquet shows a large span of wild berry, earth, licorice spice and medicinal herb aromas. This vintage also reveals a pretty floral character with dried rose potpourri and lavender buds. After fermentation, the wine is aged slowly for 30 months in large oak botte (including 10-, 30- and 50-hectoliter capacity), thus restricting oxygen and gently slowing its evolution. However, the 2015 vintage is naturally expressive and exuberant, and that's the main takeaway here. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£254.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A very polished red with cloves and caramel, on top of black cherries, mushrooms and forest floor. Black olives, too. It's full-bodied with polished tannins and lovely depth all the way through. Lightly chewy. Juicy black-cherries and savory black-olive character. Complex. Drink after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£575.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A reincarnation of Argiano’s IGT Suolo as a single-vineyard Brunello, without the heavy new-wood use, this is a sleek and exquisite wine. Lifted orange peel defines the nose, which also offers wild strawberries, nutmeg, lightly roasted coffee, glazed cherries and dried herbs. Finely tuned and only medium-to full-bodied on the palate, the tannins taking on a graceful, medium-chewy persona. Suave and delicate, yet long and powerful on the finish. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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£442.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Fantastic aromas of flowers such as violets and roses with dark purple fruits and hints of stones, too. Full body with ultra-fine tannins and a long and linear finish. This is a return to the great Solengos of the mid-1990s. The best since 1997. Cabernet sauvignon 50%, petit verdot 30%, merlot 15% and sangiovese 5%. Drinkable now but better in 2020. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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£2,725.00 |
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Burghound (98)Here too there is just enough wood in evidence to mention on the gorgeously spiced and intricately layered aromas of essence of red currant, floral, plum, earth and a whisper of the sauvage. Once again the mouthfeel of the notably more imposingly-scaled flavors is sleek with excellent minerality that really comes up on the super-saline finish that goes on and on. But what I really admire about the '16 Bèze is the texture because it's at once muscular yet highly seductive and refined. This is a very, very powerful wine that is seriously impressive in every respect. In a word, brilliant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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Vinous (97)The 2016 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is blessed with a bouquet of real pedigree: very complex mixture of red and black brambly fruit, sous-bois, crushed stone and rose petal aromas. The harmony and delineation is outstanding. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, pliant tannins that lend this Clos Saint-Jacques symmetry and poise. Fresh and vibrant, it never relinquishes any of its breeding and tension. The finish is persistent and utterly captivating. Fabulous. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting. |
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Umbria | 1 | - |
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£476.00 |
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Umbria | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£464.00 |
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Vinous (95)The truly captivating 2016 Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni pulls you close to the glass with a beguiling bouquet that mixes citrus-tinged black fruits with exotic spices, hints of oregano, menthol and a dusting of cocoa. While there’s admirable weight and depth here, the textures are more like pure silk, delicately draped across the palate, yet leaving behind a saturating blend of intense dark fruits, minerals and fine-grained tannin. There’s so much depth and concentration to work through that, even as the 2016 finishes youthfully structured and dry, it continues to resonate for well over a minute with notes of currant, sage and dark chocolate. Bury this beautiful beast for at least 3–5 years in your cellar, and then enjoy it over the next decade or more. This is a fantastic rendition of Arnaldo Caprai’s 25 Anni. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88 (BH) |
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£2,520.00 |
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Burghound (88)A cool, pretty and pure nose reflects notes of various red berries, floral and a hint of earth. There is terrific energy and fine detail to the utterly delicious flavors that possess outstanding depth and length for a regional wine. Recommended. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£3,900.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2015 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Corvées Pagets, one of Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux's emblematic wines, wafts from the glass with a complex bouquet of plums, candied peel, violets and raspberries. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and complete, with a deep core of fruit, crystalline purity, and fine-grained but chalky tannins. Structurally, this is classic Premeaux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£6,795.00 |
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Vinous (93+)Healthy dark red. Sexy, soil-driven nose melds raspberry, spices, herbs and smoky minerals. Plush, fine-grained and sweet yet somehow light on its feet; like the 2016 version, this has a very high pH around 3.9 but its savory minerality and stem element give it sufficient energy and lift. A wonderfully seamless ripe-but-dry wine with a very long, rising finish featuring refined tannins and lingering black cherry and licorice notes. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,750.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)(70% vendange entier; 15% new oak; tasted from tank): Healthy dark red. Enticing aromas of raspberry, spices, bitter chocolate and licorice. Wonderfully dense but juicy too, with its black fruit and mint flavors lifted by a floral element. Voluminous, classy, perfumed and very long, with the tannins barely noticeable today. A superb village wine. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 96 (TRR) |
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£480.00 |
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The Real Review (96)Line-priced with the Home Block Pinot Noir, this is a slightly more robust style thanks, perhaps, to more clay-rich soils. It's an elegant pinot noir with cherry, spice, anise, floral, violet, cigar box and fine, stemmy tannins. A little closed at this stage but with the potential to develop well with bottle age. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£270.00 |
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James Suckling (98)This has all the cherry and spice and perfume that defines this consistently stunning pinot noir, as well as a sense of immense freshness. The palate has deceptive lightness and tannins that are supple and caressing and that kick fresh and expansive out through the finish. Succulent and elegant. |
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Experience Burgundy as never before with the Au Pied du Mont Chauve Assortment Case 2016. This exceptional collection celebrates the artistry of this renowned Chardonnay Estate located in Chassagne-Montrachet. The assortment offers a feast of flavours from some of Burgundy's finest terroirs. Each wine is a study in traditional Viticulture, aged gracefully in French oak barrels, emerging with unparalleled depth and complexity. The domaine, headed by Françoise and Nicolas Melin, respects time-honoured methods, creating a Salomone between modernity and tradition. This exquisite case delivers the exceptional craft of Au Pied du Mont Chauve, capturing the diverse nuances of the 2016 vintage. A testament to Burgundian precision and elegance, each bottle reveals distinct regional characteristics. The Au Pied du Mont Chauve Assortment Case 2016 resonates with wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts who appreciate the nuance and diversity of fine Burgundian wine. Immerse yourself in the rich, sublime flavours of this extraordinary collection. |
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