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Burgundy | 8 | 94 (VN) |
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£1,075.24 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chablis Moutonne Monopole Grand Cru comprises 12,633 bottles this year (minus the one I am tasting here). It has a delineated, crushed stone and lightly sea-influenced bouquet that gains intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, elegant and poised, and the finest finish among the domaine’s Grand Crus. There is a sense of energy here, and a great aftertaste. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 10 | 94 (VN) |
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£1,056.04 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chablis Moutonne Monopole Grand Cru comprises 12,633 bottles this year (minus the one I am tasting here). It has a delineated, crushed stone and lightly sea-influenced bouquet that gains intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, elegant and poised, and the finest finish among the domaine’s Grand Crus. There is a sense of energy here, and a great aftertaste. Excellent. |
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Alsace | 2 | - |
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£687.67 |
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Descend into the realm of elegant finesse with Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018, a Liquid gold exuding peach, citrus, and slate undertones with layers of bright acidity. This splendid still white wine hails from Domaine Albert Mann, a renowned Alsace-based family vineyard known for their organic and biodynamic protocols. Originating from the respected Furstentum Grand Cru, the Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018's grapes arrived at their fullest expression in 2018, following a meticulously planned harv with the ideal ripeness. The seven generations of Manns have practised low-intervention fermentation, yielding a beautifully balanced fruit and mineral duality on the palate, and an age-worthy offering. This eloquent Riesling bestows a symphony of complex yet harmonious notes. Experiencing the Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018 can be likened to unwrapping a sumptuous bundle of terroir, tradition, and artful wine crafting, offering the truest embodiment of the storied Alsace region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£3,030.29 |
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Immense elegance and sophistication exude from the Albert Ponnelle Corton Grand Cru Renardes 2018. A sublime offering from the rolling hills of Burgundy, this bottle hails from Corton, one of the most esteemed Grand Cru vineyards. Albert Ponnelle, a revered producer, meticulously crafts this impeccable Pinot Noir with a rich yet careful intensity, showcasing an unyielding commitment to tradition, quality, and terroir expression. The 2018 vintage promises notes of ripe dark berry fruits, woven seamlessly with subtle spices and an appetising minerality. The velvety texture, balanced acidity and a polished fine-grain tannin structure creates the epitome of finesse and depth. Enhanced by patient ageing in French oak barrels, Albert Ponnelle Corton Grand Cru Renardes 2018 reveals a complex, alluring finish for a satisfying conclusion. A sublime testament to Burgundian wine mastery, it's a treasure for serious Pinot Noir enthusiasts and fine wine collectors. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£444.29 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Cottá shows the mid-palate pliancy and depth that is typical of this site, but in the gracious, understated style that defines the Rocca Barbarescos today, especially in this vintage. Succulent dark cherry, plum, spice and leather all flesh out in the glass. Give it a few years to soften. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£444.29 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barbaresco Ovello Vigna Loreto marries depth, energy and the pedigree of this site. There is real intensity here. Firm Ovello tannins wrap around sweet red cherry, leather, spice, menthol and licorice. Bright saline notes and piercing young Nebbiolo tannins extend the finish effortlessly. This is a super-classic expression of Ovello. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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£444.29 |
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Vinous (95)The 2018 Barbaresco Ronchi is another gorgeous wine in this lineup from Rocca. As always, the Ronchi is a Barbaresco of breadth and power. In 2018, those qualities are expressed in a decidedly understated manner. Wild cherry, plum, sage, tobacco and menthol are all kicked up in this super-expressive Barbaresco. Hints of orange peel, spice, star anise and sweet ptpe tobacco grace the layered, exquisite finish |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-93+ (WA) |
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£156.89 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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£627.89 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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£568.34 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barolo Cicala is a very good wine for the year. It offers good depth and intensity, in a slightly dialed back style that is typical of the vintage. More than anything else, the Cicala is impeccable in its balance. All the Cicala signatures are present, they are just quieter than usual. Black cherry, scorched earth, graphite, spice and oak all meld together. Best of all, the 2018 can be enjoyed with only minimal cellaring. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£593.54 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£953.09 |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£995.93 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Possibly the wine of the vintage, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard is another incredible wine from this estate that has everything: stunning complexity, full-bodied richness, flawless balance, and incredible length. Revealing a dense purple color as well as Graves-like notes of blackcurrants, cold fireplace, graphite, chocolate, and smoked tobacco, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, flawless balance, and ultra-fine tannins. Based on 99% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc that was brought up 20 months in 70% new French oak, this thrilling 2018 offers pleasure today yet will evolve for 30-40+ years. Hats off to the team at Alejandro Bulgheroni! |
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California | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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£1,093.13 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is a nuclear fruit bomb of a wine, offering massive richness and depth while being as graceful as a ballerina, with no sensation of weight or heaviness. Classic To Kolan crème de cassis, black raspberries, flowery incense, spice, and tobacco notes all define the bouquet, and it’s full-bodied, with a layered, multi-dimensional texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. It has another 2-3 decades of prime drinking ahead of it. This cuvée is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from four blocks in To Kalon, aged 20 months in 82% new French oak. |
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Beaujolais | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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£255.64 |
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Vinous (93)Dark, bright-rimmed magenta. Mineral-accented cherry and black raspberry aromas are underscored by a suave floral nuance that builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and penetrating in the mouth, offering sappy dark berry and bitter cherry flavors with complicating suggestions of baking spices and candied violet. The floral note builds steadily through the impressively long, seamless finish, which is framed by discreet tannins that meld smoothly with the wine's intense fruit. |
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Coastal Region | 1 | - |
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£355.24 |
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Western Cape | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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£278.44 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Cartology, a blend of 90% Chenin Blanc and 10% Sémillon this year, is whole-cluster-pressed with no SO2 addition, and matured in used oak. It has a well defined, pure bouquet of dried honey, yellow flower, honeysuckle and lanolin aromas that instantly seduce the senses. The palate is beautifully balanced with a slightly oily-textured opening, the intensity deftly counterbalanced by the fine bead of acidity, and a discreet spiciness toward the finish. This is very harmonious and persistent, an effortless Cartology that should age with style. Superb. |
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Cape South Coast | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£169.24 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Hemelrand Vine Garden is whole-cluster-pressed and matured in oak and foudres. It has a very seductive bouquet of honeysuckle, passion fruit and hints of beeswax that gain intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a saline opening, plus a fine bead of acidity. There is a light saline lick toward the finish that becomes nuttier with aeration, although this does not quite deliver the complexity of Alheit’s best Chenin Blancs. Still, it is a lovely white blend that should age with style. |
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South Australia | 3 | - |
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£136.84 |
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South Australia | 9 | 98 (WFW) |
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£366.41 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 17 | 98 (WFW) |
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£549.62 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 8 | 97 (WFW) |
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£366.41 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 27 | 97 (WFW) |
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£477.62 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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Veneto | 15 | 98 (DC) |
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£248.89 |
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Decanter (98)Beautiful lifted scents on the nose; crushed rose petals, pink peppercorns, such incredible incense fragrance - alive, pure, concentrated and expressive - strawberries and blood orange. Crystalline and pure, upfront from the first sip - juicy and so lively but energetic too - incredibly forward and electric almost. Direct at first, then slowly expands, increasing in intensity, mass and flavour as it goes from start to finish. Leaves a lingering buzz on the tongue with softly spiced edges and a depth of red cherry and plum fruit that lasts and lasts. Utterly seductive and expansive, not especially demonstrative in terms of texture at the moment, more controlled and calm, it's all about the flavours and the intensity of the acidity that gives this such a thrill. Just hinting at its potential with brightness and verve. Tannins are integrated giving the frame and the flavour is nuanced and poised. Great freshness with balanced acidity. Feels well made with intention and such lovely drinking pleasure, a benefit of the slightly cooler vintage. A wine that makes you think, and then smile, and then drink! La Poja is Allegrini’s flagship single-vineyard Valpolicella and sits at the summit of Podere La Grola. The Corvina vines were planted in 1979 on well-drained chalk and stony soils, and its first vintage was in 1983. |
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Mendoza | 3 | - |
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£1,136.26 |
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Immerse yourself in the world of luxury wines with the Alpasion Private Selection 2018. Lovingly crafted in the Uco Valley of Argentina, this rich, opulent red blend is bottled grandeur. The combination of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Syrah grapes hails from vines grown at a staggering 1,200 metres above sea level, conferring an inimitable complexity and depth of flavour. The esteemed creators at Alpasion Wine dedicate their expertise to creating an unsurpassed expression of terroir. The 2018 vintage benefited from a warm, dry harvest season, resulting in grapes of impeccable ripeness and intensity. Artisanal winemaking techniques ensure the preservation of the fruit's integrity throughout the process. Aged in French oak barrels for 18 months, the Alpasion Private Selection 2018 develops a sophisticated palette of blackberry, plum, and refined spices beautifully entwined with toasty oak nuances. Whether savoured alone or gracing a festive table, the Alpasion Private Selection 2018 is a timeless testament to the finesse and elegance of Argentinian fine wines. |
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Loire | 4 | - |
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£559.49 |
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The Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 is a true representation of French elegance, hailing from the esteemed Loire Valley. Produced by the Mellot family, pioneers of Sancerre winemaking since the 16th-century, this wine clearly signifies their mastery in the art. Crafted from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, the grapes are carefully handpicked and meticulously pressed, before being matured on fine lees for 12 long months, yielding a full-bodied wine of unparalleled complexity. This vintage imparts a vibrant golden hue, carrying a sophisticated bouquet of white flowers and ripe citrus. On the palate, the Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 unravels layers of delicate minerality, accented by a buoyant acidity that is inseparable from this remarkable terroir. Savour the lingering notes of citrus and stone fruit, echoing the signature of this illustrious heritage. Every bottle of Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 bears witness to a tradition of excellence, tempting discerning connoisseurs with every carefully curated sip. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£509.09 |
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Immerse yourself in the rich experience of the Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Generation XIX Blanc 2018, a captivating vintage wine birthed from the esteemed soils of Loire Valley, France. With an impressive heritage spanning 19 generations, the Alphonse Mellot family adheres to stringent biodynamic principles to cultivate intensely aromatic Sauvignon Blanc grapes in a unique, flint-rich terroir. The Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Generation XIX Blanc 2018 carries a distinguished minerality owed to its Sancerre origins. The wine is fermented in oak barrels and aged on the lees for a year, invoking a premium complexity. Expect an opulent palate with hints of lemon zest, ripe peaches, and a captivating flinty undertone. This highly sought-after vintage is proof of Alphonse Mellot's mastery in crafting Sancerre wines. Consistent, superb quality and character inherent in every bottle maintain Alphonse Mellot's venerable position in the world of fine wines. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WS) |
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£1,962.07 |
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Wine Spectator (92)This is super for a second wine. Fantastic aromas of chocolate, berry and coffee. Yet very classy and subtle. Full-bodied, with a reserved rich and caressing texture. Loads of ripe and wonderful fruit in this. Second wine of Château Palmer. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£474.29 |
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James Suckling (97)This has a complex nose of cranberries, dried pineapple, soy, bark, cardamom, mocha, iodine and wet leather. Full-bodied, with firm and very fine tannins. It really builds in intensity, expanding into a broad array of fresh and dried fruit and espresso bean, before converging again on a long and driven finish. Fantastic already. Try now or in a couple of years. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£355.24 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The site-specific 2018 Malbec Appellation Gualtallary comes from specific soils, two plots that they believe transmit the maximum expression of limestone to Malbec, giving a structured wine with fine-grained tannins but a little wild. The vines are on stony and gravelly soils with a high percentage of limestone and sand with around 3% clay at 1,300 meters in altitude. The grapes fermented in small concrete vats with indigenous yeasts at some 25 degrees Celsius for 15 days. It matured in untoasted 3,500-liter French oak foudres for 18 months and no less than 12 months in bottle. This comes from sandy soils and very low yields that give it chalkier tannins and a savage way. This has a slightly rustic touch, vertical and with some lightness. There's always a fresh touch of aromatic herbs (thyme and rockrose), with a textured palate and very tasty and clean flavors in the finish. 20,600 bottles were filled in September 2019. |
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Burgundy | 8 | 94 (VN) |
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£880.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chablis Moutonne Monopole Grand Cru comprises 12,633 bottles this year (minus the one I am tasting here). It has a delineated, crushed stone and lightly sea-influenced bouquet that gains intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, elegant and poised, and the finest finish among the domaine’s Grand Crus. There is a sense of energy here, and a great aftertaste. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 10 | 94 (VN) |
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£864.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chablis Moutonne Monopole Grand Cru comprises 12,633 bottles this year (minus the one I am tasting here). It has a delineated, crushed stone and lightly sea-influenced bouquet that gains intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, elegant and poised, and the finest finish among the domaine’s Grand Crus. There is a sense of energy here, and a great aftertaste. Excellent. |
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Alsace | 2 | - |
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£541.00 |
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Descend into the realm of elegant finesse with Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018, a Liquid gold exuding peach, citrus, and slate undertones with layers of bright acidity. This splendid still white wine hails from Domaine Albert Mann, a renowned Alsace-based family vineyard known for their organic and biodynamic protocols. Originating from the respected Furstentum Grand Cru, the Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018's grapes arrived at their fullest expression in 2018, following a meticulously planned harv with the ideal ripeness. The seven generations of Manns have practised low-intervention fermentation, yielding a beautifully balanced fruit and mineral duality on the palate, and an age-worthy offering. This eloquent Riesling bestows a symphony of complex yet harmonious notes. Experiencing the Albert Mann Riesling Furstentum 2018 can be likened to unwrapping a sumptuous bundle of terroir, tradition, and artful wine crafting, offering the truest embodiment of the storied Alsace region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£2,506.00 |
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Immense elegance and sophistication exude from the Albert Ponnelle Corton Grand Cru Renardes 2018. A sublime offering from the rolling hills of Burgundy, this bottle hails from Corton, one of the most esteemed Grand Cru vineyards. Albert Ponnelle, a revered producer, meticulously crafts this impeccable Pinot Noir with a rich yet careful intensity, showcasing an unyielding commitment to tradition, quality, and terroir expression. The 2018 vintage promises notes of ripe dark berry fruits, woven seamlessly with subtle spices and an appetising minerality. The velvety texture, balanced acidity and a polished fine-grain tannin structure creates the epitome of finesse and depth. Enhanced by patient ageing in French oak barrels, Albert Ponnelle Corton Grand Cru Renardes 2018 reveals a complex, alluring finish for a satisfying conclusion. A sublime testament to Burgundian wine mastery, it's a treasure for serious Pinot Noir enthusiasts and fine wine collectors. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£351.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Cottá shows the mid-palate pliancy and depth that is typical of this site, but in the gracious, understated style that defines the Rocca Barbarescos today, especially in this vintage. Succulent dark cherry, plum, spice and leather all flesh out in the glass. Give it a few years to soften. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£351.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barbaresco Ovello Vigna Loreto marries depth, energy and the pedigree of this site. There is real intensity here. Firm Ovello tannins wrap around sweet red cherry, leather, spice, menthol and licorice. Bright saline notes and piercing young Nebbiolo tannins extend the finish effortlessly. This is a super-classic expression of Ovello. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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£351.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2018 Barbaresco Ronchi is another gorgeous wine in this lineup from Rocca. As always, the Ronchi is a Barbaresco of breadth and power. In 2018, those qualities are expressed in a decidedly understated manner. Wild cherry, plum, sage, tobacco and menthol are all kicked up in this super-expressive Barbaresco. Hints of orange peel, spice, star anise and sweet ptpe tobacco grace the layered, exquisite finish |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-93+ (WA) |
In Bond
£111.50 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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£504.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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£464.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barolo Cicala is a very good wine for the year. It offers good depth and intensity, in a slightly dialed back style that is typical of the vintage. More than anything else, the Cicala is impeccable in its balance. All the Cicala signatures are present, they are just quieter than usual. Black cherry, scorched earth, graphite, spice and oak all meld together. Best of all, the 2018 can be enjoyed with only minimal cellaring. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£485.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£775.00 |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£820.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Possibly the wine of the vintage, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard is another incredible wine from this estate that has everything: stunning complexity, full-bodied richness, flawless balance, and incredible length. Revealing a dense purple color as well as Graves-like notes of blackcurrants, cold fireplace, graphite, chocolate, and smoked tobacco, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, flawless balance, and ultra-fine tannins. Based on 99% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc that was brought up 20 months in 70% new French oak, this thrilling 2018 offers pleasure today yet will evolve for 30-40+ years. Hats off to the team at Alejandro Bulgheroni! |
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California | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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£901.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is a nuclear fruit bomb of a wine, offering massive richness and depth while being as graceful as a ballerina, with no sensation of weight or heaviness. Classic To Kolan crème de cassis, black raspberries, flowery incense, spice, and tobacco notes all define the bouquet, and it’s full-bodied, with a layered, multi-dimensional texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. It has another 2-3 decades of prime drinking ahead of it. This cuvée is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from four blocks in To Kalon, aged 20 months in 82% new French oak. |
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Beaujolais | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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£197.00 |
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Vinous (93)Dark, bright-rimmed magenta. Mineral-accented cherry and black raspberry aromas are underscored by a suave floral nuance that builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and penetrating in the mouth, offering sappy dark berry and bitter cherry flavors with complicating suggestions of baking spices and candied violet. The floral note builds steadily through the impressively long, seamless finish, which is framed by discreet tannins that meld smoothly with the wine's intense fruit. |
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Coastal Region | 1 | - |
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£280.00 |
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Western Cape | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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£216.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Cartology, a blend of 90% Chenin Blanc and 10% Sémillon this year, is whole-cluster-pressed with no SO2 addition, and matured in used oak. It has a well defined, pure bouquet of dried honey, yellow flower, honeysuckle and lanolin aromas that instantly seduce the senses. The palate is beautifully balanced with a slightly oily-textured opening, the intensity deftly counterbalanced by the fine bead of acidity, and a discreet spiciness toward the finish. This is very harmonious and persistent, an effortless Cartology that should age with style. Superb. |
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Cape South Coast | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£125.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Hemelrand Vine Garden is whole-cluster-pressed and matured in oak and foudres. It has a very seductive bouquet of honeysuckle, passion fruit and hints of beeswax that gain intensity with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a saline opening, plus a fine bead of acidity. There is a light saline lick toward the finish that becomes nuttier with aeration, although this does not quite deliver the complexity of Alheit’s best Chenin Blancs. Still, it is a lovely white blend that should age with style. |
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South Australia | 3 | - |
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£98.00 |
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South Australia | 9 | 98 (WFW) |
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£300.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 17 | 98 (WFW) |
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£450.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 8 | 97 (WFW) |
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£300.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 27 | 97 (WFW) |
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£390.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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Veneto | 15 | 98 (DC) |
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£201.00 |
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Decanter (98)Beautiful lifted scents on the nose; crushed rose petals, pink peppercorns, such incredible incense fragrance - alive, pure, concentrated and expressive - strawberries and blood orange. Crystalline and pure, upfront from the first sip - juicy and so lively but energetic too - incredibly forward and electric almost. Direct at first, then slowly expands, increasing in intensity, mass and flavour as it goes from start to finish. Leaves a lingering buzz on the tongue with softly spiced edges and a depth of red cherry and plum fruit that lasts and lasts. Utterly seductive and expansive, not especially demonstrative in terms of texture at the moment, more controlled and calm, it's all about the flavours and the intensity of the acidity that gives this such a thrill. Just hinting at its potential with brightness and verve. Tannins are integrated giving the frame and the flavour is nuanced and poised. Great freshness with balanced acidity. Feels well made with intention and such lovely drinking pleasure, a benefit of the slightly cooler vintage. A wine that makes you think, and then smile, and then drink! La Poja is Allegrini’s flagship single-vineyard Valpolicella and sits at the summit of Podere La Grola. The Corvina vines were planted in 1979 on well-drained chalk and stony soils, and its first vintage was in 1983. |
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Mendoza | 3 | - |
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Immerse yourself in the world of luxury wines with the Alpasion Private Selection 2018. Lovingly crafted in the Uco Valley of Argentina, this rich, opulent red blend is bottled grandeur. The combination of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Syrah grapes hails from vines grown at a staggering 1,200 metres above sea level, conferring an inimitable complexity and depth of flavour. The esteemed creators at Alpasion Wine dedicate their expertise to creating an unsurpassed expression of terroir. The 2018 vintage benefited from a warm, dry harvest season, resulting in grapes of impeccable ripeness and intensity. Artisanal winemaking techniques ensure the preservation of the fruit's integrity throughout the process. Aged in French oak barrels for 18 months, the Alpasion Private Selection 2018 develops a sophisticated palette of blackberry, plum, and refined spices beautifully entwined with toasty oak nuances. Whether savoured alone or gracing a festive table, the Alpasion Private Selection 2018 is a timeless testament to the finesse and elegance of Argentinian fine wines. |
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Loire | 4 | - |
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£447.00 |
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The Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 is a true representation of French elegance, hailing from the esteemed Loire Valley. Produced by the Mellot family, pioneers of Sancerre winemaking since the 16th-century, this wine clearly signifies their mastery in the art. Crafted from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, the grapes are carefully handpicked and meticulously pressed, before being matured on fine lees for 12 long months, yielding a full-bodied wine of unparalleled complexity. This vintage imparts a vibrant golden hue, carrying a sophisticated bouquet of white flowers and ripe citrus. On the palate, the Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 unravels layers of delicate minerality, accented by a buoyant acidity that is inseparable from this remarkable terroir. Savour the lingering notes of citrus and stone fruit, echoing the signature of this illustrious heritage. Every bottle of Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Edmond 2018 bears witness to a tradition of excellence, tempting discerning connoisseurs with every carefully curated sip. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£405.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the rich experience of the Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Generation XIX Blanc 2018, a captivating vintage wine birthed from the esteemed soils of Loire Valley, France. With an impressive heritage spanning 19 generations, the Alphonse Mellot family adheres to stringent biodynamic principles to cultivate intensely aromatic Sauvignon Blanc grapes in a unique, flint-rich terroir. The Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Generation XIX Blanc 2018 carries a distinguished minerality owed to its Sancerre origins. The wine is fermented in oak barrels and aged on the lees for a year, invoking a premium complexity. Expect an opulent palate with hints of lemon zest, ripe peaches, and a captivating flinty undertone. This highly sought-after vintage is proof of Alphonse Mellot's mastery in crafting Sancerre wines. Consistent, superb quality and character inherent in every bottle maintain Alphonse Mellot's venerable position in the world of fine wines. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WS) |
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£1,603.00 |
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Wine Spectator (92)This is super for a second wine. Fantastic aromas of chocolate, berry and coffee. Yet very classy and subtle. Full-bodied, with a reserved rich and caressing texture. Loads of ripe and wonderful fruit in this. Second wine of Château Palmer. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£376.00 |
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James Suckling (97)This has a complex nose of cranberries, dried pineapple, soy, bark, cardamom, mocha, iodine and wet leather. Full-bodied, with firm and very fine tannins. It really builds in intensity, expanding into a broad array of fresh and dried fruit and espresso bean, before converging again on a long and driven finish. Fantastic already. Try now or in a couple of years. |
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Mendoza | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£280.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The site-specific 2018 Malbec Appellation Gualtallary comes from specific soils, two plots that they believe transmit the maximum expression of limestone to Malbec, giving a structured wine with fine-grained tannins but a little wild. The vines are on stony and gravelly soils with a high percentage of limestone and sand with around 3% clay at 1,300 meters in altitude. The grapes fermented in small concrete vats with indigenous yeasts at some 25 degrees Celsius for 15 days. It matured in untoasted 3,500-liter French oak foudres for 18 months and no less than 12 months in bottle. This comes from sandy soils and very low yields that give it chalkier tannins and a savage way. This has a slightly rustic touch, vertical and with some lightness. There's always a fresh touch of aromatic herbs (thyme and rockrose), with a textured palate and very tasty and clean flavors in the finish. 20,600 bottles were filled in September 2019. |
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