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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,759.24 |
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Impeccably crafted by the revered winegrower Arnaud Ente, the Arnaud Ente Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots du Milieu 2018 is exquisite. Sourced from vines in the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, situated within the 'Volnay-Santenots' 1er cru appellation, Ente’s viticultural philosophy respects the inherent terroir, exuding a blend of expertise and patience. Threading the needle between traditional and modern winemaking techniques, Ente prefers biodynamic practices, hand-harvesting and natural fermentation to maintain each grape's authenticity. This stellar vintage presents an irresistible balance of red cherry and plum flavours accentuated by subtle nuances of spice. The plush fruit core is shaped by a robust, mineral-inflected structure, paving way for a tantalising, sensuous finish. Renowned for its scarcity and uncompromisingly high quality, the Arnaud Ente Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots du Milieu 2018 epitomises the beguiling allure of fine French Pinot Noir. A symphony for the senses, this laudable wine is a testament to Ente's hallmarks of excellence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£2,155.24 |
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Vinous (90-92)Using 70% whole bunch to compare with the domaine example, the 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is defined by those stems on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and comes across more peppery than the domaine version, quite defined but maybe without the sensuality of the domaine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£733.49 |
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Experience the exquisite opulence of the Arnaud Tessier Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2018, spaciousness embodied in a bottle. Arnaud Tessier, a highly respected, small-scale producer in Meursault, focuses on creating elegant Chardonnays that express the full character of this prestigious region in Burgundy, France. This charm-laden bottling hails specifically from Les Charmes Dessus, where vines over four decades old root deep into marl and limestone soils, absorbing the richly unique terroir. On the nose, it heralds a refined bouquet of orchard fruits, honeysuckle and subtle oak. The palate echoes this harmonious blend, with balanced acidity and a mineral-laden grandeur that rounds off in a memorable, lingering finish. Adhering to organic viticulture, each grape is meticulously hand-harvested and vinified with minimal intervention, resulting in a wine that characterises the purity and finesse of Meursault. Indulge in the distinctiveness of Arnaud Tessier Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2018 and let it unravel the narrative of its storied terroir, sip by exquisite sip. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
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£336.29 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£744.29 |
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Experience the impressive Arnoux Pere et Fils Corton Grand Cru Rognet 2018, a rare gem from the prestigious Burgundy region in France. Cultivated on the renowned limestone-rich soils of Corton's Rognet vineyard, this exquisite cuvee captures the venerable history of the Arnoux Pere et Fils winemaking dynasty. Revered for its meticulous vinification techniques, this domaine signifies a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. The 2018 vintage captivates with its rich fruit complexity, balancing sophisticated layers of ripe cherry, plum, and smoky mineral undertones. The work of Master Vigneron Pascal Arnoux, this red Burgundy possesses refined tannins and a full-bodied structure for exceptional ageing potential. Connoisseurs will appreciate the elegance and power of this corton, capturing the distinct terroir expression of the Arnoux Pere et Fils Corton Grand Cru Rognet 2018. The perfect bottle for discerning collectors and the epitome of excellence in French viticulture. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£371.09 |
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Enter the realm of pure elegance with the expertly crafted Arnoux Pere et Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Combottes 2018. Vandot; A truly sophisticated French wine produced by Arnoux Pere et Fils, an esteemed family-run domaine in the heart of Burgundy. Their meticulous selection of grapes from the Combottes vineyard impresses with earthy undertones, accented by rich fruity notes. The 2018 vintage, crafted with traditional vinification methods, exudes finesse and complexity. This masterpiece benefits from the Pernand-Vergelesses area's characteristic clay and limestone soils, resulting in a well-structured, full-bodied wine. Expect a harmonious marriage of ripe lemon, pears and hints of catechu set against a lush mineral backdrop. The Arnoux Pere et Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Combottes 2018 enchants with its sublime balance and long, satisfying finish. It is a testament to the tradition, skill, and passion of the Arnoux family in every bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£5,172.04 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)A blend of seven plots in Chambolle, Vosne and Nuits-St-Georges – about half of the fruit is from Chambolle. 100% whole bunch. 34 hl/ha (lower than in 2017). 10,000 bottles produced (8,500 in 2019). Lightish cherry red. Scented nose with lively fruit but savoury rather than sweet. Succulent, supple and with generous and fresh fruit. Gentle and persistent. Mouth-watering. Really polished but natural (in the general sense of the word, ie authentic) at the same time. Seems effortless. You could drink this now though it does have a fine backbone and a refreshing dry texture on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,498.01 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£2,482.40 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Echezeaux Grand Cru is also showing extremely well, soaring from the glass with aromas of raspberries, cherries, blood orange, incense, spices and peonies. On the palate it's medium to full-bodied, deep and ample, with a strikingly vibrant, dynamic core of fruit that's structured around fine, powdery tannins, concluding with a long and expansive finish. To produce such an energetic Echezeaux in such a warm vintage is quite an achievement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Echezeaux Grand Cru is also showing extremely well, soaring from the glass with aromas of raspberries, cherries, blood orange, incense, spices and peonies. On the palate it's medium to full-bodied, deep and ample, with a strikingly vibrant, dynamic core of fruit that's structured around fine, powdery tannins, concluding with a long and expansive finish. To produce such an energetic Echezeaux in such a warm vintage is quite an achievement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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£2,852.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru was cropped at just 18hl/ha due to the way Charles Lachaux cane-pruned the vines after the hail-damaged 2017 vintage. The broody nose reveals hints of dark chocolate infusing the brambly red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit. Structured and foursquare, conservative in some ways, with a strong marine influence developing toward the fresh finish. It will need several years in bottle, but there is good potential here. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£7,725.64 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Procès has a complex bouquet featuring earthy and woodland aromas and touches of morels and black truffle. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chalky tannins, and more compact than the Les Poisets, showing a touch of black pepper on the finish. Give this four or five years in bottle, because it has more to give. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£1,166.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)1.42 ha from seven lieux-dits in the north of the appellation. 100% whole bunch. Lightish cherry red but greyish rather than crimson. A little more savoury than the Bourgogne and a very slight stemmy herbal note but it's subtle. A little bit peppery. More tension here than in the Bourgogne, a little lighter in obvious fruit and a little more tannic but barely so. Super-fresh. Dry and lingering. So elegant. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£4,399.24 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)1.42 ha from seven lieux-dits in the north of the appellation. 100% whole bunch. Lightish cherry red but greyish rather than crimson. A little more savoury than the Bourgogne and a very slight stemmy herbal note but it's subtle. A little bit peppery. More tension here than in the Bourgogne, a little lighter in obvious fruit and a little more tannic but barely so. Super-fresh. Dry and lingering. So elegant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN (ST)) |
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£5,281.49 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (91-93)Ruby-red. Slightly reduced aromas of cassis, violet, bitter chocolate, espresso, and nutty, spicy oak. Very closed in on itself today, giving a stronger impression of acidity than the Suchots. Subtle hints of minerals and spices. Quite backward for the vintage, with a firm tannic spine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£9,123.64 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Les Chaumes 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet of perfumed raspberry, crushed strawberry and rose petal aromas that boast exquisite delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannins, vibrant red and black fruit and a very linear, vivid finish that conveys a sense of coiled energy. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,532.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Les Hautes Maizières has a very pure, generous bouquet of wild strawberry, Dorset plum and pressed rose petal aromas, all wonderfully defined, especially for a Village Cru. The palate is medium-bodied with quite sharp tannins, and more citric than the other cuvées. There is a pleasant piquancy on the finish. Excellent. |
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Rioja | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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£1,081.24 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The bottled 2018 El Carretil was phenomenal. It comes from a plot of 3.64 hectares planted at three different times—1930, 1975 and 1988—on limestone, sandstone and silt soils with up to 18% active limestone. Its Tempranillo grapes aged in barrel and then were racked back to stainless steel, where it was left to mature until it was bottled. It's mineral and balsamic, expressive, open and fresh, with beautiful elegance. It's classical with even a Bordeaux twist. It shows pretty much like the sample I tasted 12 months ago, expressive and open, aromatic and perfumed, with great freshness and balance, vibrant and energetic, juicy with fine-grained tannins and with terrific balance and purity. 5,000 bottles were filled in June 2020. |
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Rioja | 1 | 95-96 (WA) |
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£613.24 |
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Wine Advocate (95-96)The tank sample of the 2018 San Lázaro, which was the final blend after some eight months in barrique, showed really well and confirmed my idea that this could be the third single-vineyard wine in quality after El Pisón and El Carretil. It's a wine of finesse and perfume, of subtleness and length but without lacking power or concentration. It has a beautiful combination of violets and cassis with very fine tannins. It has inner strength and tension, a recurring note when it comes to these 2018s. Very promising, in line with the superb 2016. They expected to fill some 2,000 bottles in the summer of 2020. |
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Rioja | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£1,591.24 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The flagship single-vineyard 2018 Viña El Pisón has to be one of the finest vintages for this bottling. It's named after a plot of 2.4 hectares planted in 1945 in the village of Laguardia. The vineyard is an amphitheater with changing soils of limestone, clay and sandstone with a deep combination of limestone and silt. The grapes underwent a 24- to 48-hour cold soak and fermented with indigenous yeasts in oak vats for 10-12 days, during which time the grapes were foot trodden twice per day. It matured in French oak barrels for nine months. There's something mysterious about this Pisón; it's subtle and elegant, a little austere and reticent at first. The palate is seamless, silky with very refined tannins, with gobsmacking balance and a very long, clean and precise finish. This is superb. 6,600 bottles were filled in June 2020. |
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Rioja | 3 | 93 (WA) |
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£433.27 |
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Wine Advocate (93)This terrific winery’s 2003 Vinas de Gain is a 100% old vine Tempranillo from their high altitude vineyard sites in Rioja Alavesa. A superb entry level effort, it reminded me of the famed Pomerol, l’Evangile. Wonderful scents of black raspberries, sweet cherries, smoke, truffles, and earth soar from the glass of this dense ruby/purple-hued 2003. Ripe and elegant, with beautiful purity, superb intensity, and a long, smooth finish, it is a glorious Rioja to enjoy over the next 5-7 years. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (DC) |
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£241.24 |
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Decanter (97)The bouquet is full of fragrant black fruits, cinnamon, cumin and Frankincense, the palate beautifully fleshy and textured, carrying cigar box, vanilla, blueberry and silky tannins through to a lingering, richly-fruited, finish. Such refined elegance! Outstanding. |
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Wairarapa | 2 | 89 (VN) |
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£504.58 |
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Vinous (89)This is Sauvignon Blanc made in a host of ways, hence the name Raranga, which means “woven” in Māori. There were parcels fermented in tank and in barrels, while a small proportion was fermented on skins, and a splash was whole-bunch fermented. After a couple of years, this is starting to shed its primary fruit and taking on characters of lanolin and oatmeal alongside citrus, pear and lemon tart. It has good depth and concentration and offers some interest texturally. The finish is clean and zesty although a little brief. |
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Cape South Coast | 2 | 95 (TA) |
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£205.24 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)You know class when you taste it, and this is certainly that. Deservedly established as one of South Africa's most consistently outstanding Chardonnays, this has the structure and concentration to age, with no malolactic at all, 22% new wood and complex, nuanced, stony flavours of lemon zest, oatmeal and stone fruit – Drinking to 2028 |
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California | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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£833.38 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is creamy and ample, with pretty floral notes that lend complexity. This is one of the richer, creamier wines readers will find from this part of the old-vine section of Sanford & Benedict. A few hours of aeration brings out gorgeous textural richness to play off the wine's natural brilliance. |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£555.64 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Pinot Noir Knox Alexander is a dense, powerful wine. Dark red cherry, plum, tobacco, cedar, kirsch, blood orange, rose petal and healthy dose of new oak all meld together effortlessly. There's real character and depth here. Another year or two in bottle will be hugely beneficial in helping the elements meld together even more fully. Vineyard sites are Bien Nacido and a bit of Le Bon Climat. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£506.69 |
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Originating from the exquisite terroirs of Burgundy, the Aubert et Pamela Villaine Mercurey Les Montots 2018 adds a delectable note to the world of fine wines. Its impeccable crafting begins in the revered Côte Chalonnaise region, where unique soil and microclimates culminate in a tantalising fruit-forward profile. Highly respected producers, Aubert and Pamela Villaine, nurture this wine utilising sustainable viticulture and stringent harvesting techniques, curating a raw essence into the lush magnificence of Les Montots 2018. Uncover layers of ripe red fruits, coupled with vibrant acidity and well-integrated tannins, undulating in the delicate marriage of power and finesse. Not to mention, the wine's ageing in French oak casks leaves a discernible imprint of toasted spices and vanilla undertones. In a bottle of Aubert et Pamela Villaine Mercurey Les Montots 2018, one savours not merely a wine, but the transcendence of a diligently tended vineyard's labour into an unforgettable taste. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£662.47 |
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Indulge in a taste of supreme expertise with the Aubert et Pamela Villaine Rully 1er Cru Clos St Jacques 2018. Hailing from the prestigious soils of Burgundy, France, this exceptional white wine is a testament to the meticulous cultivation practiced by revered vignerons Aubert and Pamela de Villaine. While honouring traditional Burgundy winemaking norms, Aubert, who is also the co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, implements a painstaking, pesticide-free approach, producing a wine rich in depth and complexity. Emanating a vibrant and precise Chardonnay that showcases the distinct potential of Rully, this wine offers a bouquet ripe with floral notes, complemented by crisp apple nuances. The 2018 vintage—from a year known for its even ripening—offers a seamless balance of acidity and concentrated, maturing fruit. The Aubert et Pamela Villaine Rully 1er Cru Clos St Jacques 2018 is indeed a surefire choice for any discerning collector seeking Burgundy’s most distinguished works. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£1,450.00 |
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Impeccably crafted by the revered winegrower Arnaud Ente, the Arnaud Ente Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots du Milieu 2018 is exquisite. Sourced from vines in the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, situated within the 'Volnay-Santenots' 1er cru appellation, Ente’s viticultural philosophy respects the inherent terroir, exuding a blend of expertise and patience. Threading the needle between traditional and modern winemaking techniques, Ente prefers biodynamic practices, hand-harvesting and natural fermentation to maintain each grape's authenticity. This stellar vintage presents an irresistible balance of red cherry and plum flavours accentuated by subtle nuances of spice. The plush fruit core is shaped by a robust, mineral-inflected structure, paving way for a tantalising, sensuous finish. Renowned for its scarcity and uncompromisingly high quality, the Arnaud Ente Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots du Milieu 2018 epitomises the beguiling allure of fine French Pinot Noir. A symphony for the senses, this laudable wine is a testament to Ente's hallmarks of excellence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,780.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)Using 70% whole bunch to compare with the domaine example, the 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is defined by those stems on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and comes across more peppery than the domaine version, quite defined but maybe without the sensuality of the domaine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£592.00 |
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Experience the exquisite opulence of the Arnaud Tessier Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2018, spaciousness embodied in a bottle. Arnaud Tessier, a highly respected, small-scale producer in Meursault, focuses on creating elegant Chardonnays that express the full character of this prestigious region in Burgundy, France. This charm-laden bottling hails specifically from Les Charmes Dessus, where vines over four decades old root deep into marl and limestone soils, absorbing the richly unique terroir. On the nose, it heralds a refined bouquet of orchard fruits, honeysuckle and subtle oak. The palate echoes this harmonious blend, with balanced acidity and a mineral-laden grandeur that rounds off in a memorable, lingering finish. Adhering to organic viticulture, each grape is meticulously hand-harvested and vinified with minimal intervention, resulting in a wine that characterises the purity and finesse of Meursault. Indulge in the distinctiveness of Arnaud Tessier Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Dessus 2018 and let it unravel the narrative of its storied terroir, sip by exquisite sip. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - |
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£261.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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£601.00 |
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Experience the impressive Arnoux Pere et Fils Corton Grand Cru Rognet 2018, a rare gem from the prestigious Burgundy region in France. Cultivated on the renowned limestone-rich soils of Corton's Rognet vineyard, this exquisite cuvee captures the venerable history of the Arnoux Pere et Fils winemaking dynasty. Revered for its meticulous vinification techniques, this domaine signifies a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. The 2018 vintage captivates with its rich fruit complexity, balancing sophisticated layers of ripe cherry, plum, and smoky mineral undertones. The work of Master Vigneron Pascal Arnoux, this red Burgundy possesses refined tannins and a full-bodied structure for exceptional ageing potential. Connoisseurs will appreciate the elegance and power of this corton, capturing the distinct terroir expression of the Arnoux Pere et Fils Corton Grand Cru Rognet 2018. The perfect bottle for discerning collectors and the epitome of excellence in French viticulture. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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£290.00 |
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Enter the realm of pure elegance with the expertly crafted Arnoux Pere et Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Combottes 2018. Vandot; A truly sophisticated French wine produced by Arnoux Pere et Fils, an esteemed family-run domaine in the heart of Burgundy. Their meticulous selection of grapes from the Combottes vineyard impresses with earthy undertones, accented by rich fruity notes. The 2018 vintage, crafted with traditional vinification methods, exudes finesse and complexity. This masterpiece benefits from the Pernand-Vergelesses area's characteristic clay and limestone soils, resulting in a well-structured, full-bodied wine. Expect a harmonious marriage of ripe lemon, pears and hints of catechu set against a lush mineral backdrop. The Arnoux Pere et Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Combottes 2018 enchants with its sublime balance and long, satisfying finish. It is a testament to the tradition, skill, and passion of the Arnoux family in every bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£4,294.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)A blend of seven plots in Chambolle, Vosne and Nuits-St-Georges – about half of the fruit is from Chambolle. 100% whole bunch. 34 hl/ha (lower than in 2017). 10,000 bottles produced (8,500 in 2019). Lightish cherry red. Scented nose with lively fruit but savoury rather than sweet. Succulent, supple and with generous and fresh fruit. Gentle and persistent. Mouth-watering. Really polished but natural (in the general sense of the word, ie authentic) at the same time. Seems effortless. You could drink this now though it does have a fine backbone and a refreshing dry texture on the finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,243.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£2,066.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£4,673.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a very harmonious, slightly earthy bouquet, the 100% whole bunch lending a very discreet tertiary/sous-bois quality. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit (cranberry, strawberry and pomegranate). This has quite strict tannins and a Morey-inspired, sapid finish. Good potential. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£2,066.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Echezeaux Grand Cru is also showing extremely well, soaring from the glass with aromas of raspberries, cherries, blood orange, incense, spices and peonies. On the palate it's medium to full-bodied, deep and ample, with a strikingly vibrant, dynamic core of fruit that's structured around fine, powdery tannins, concluding with a long and expansive finish. To produce such an energetic Echezeaux in such a warm vintage is quite an achievement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£6,380.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2018 Echezeaux Grand Cru is also showing extremely well, soaring from the glass with aromas of raspberries, cherries, blood orange, incense, spices and peonies. On the palate it's medium to full-bodied, deep and ample, with a strikingly vibrant, dynamic core of fruit that's structured around fine, powdery tannins, concluding with a long and expansive finish. To produce such an energetic Echezeaux in such a warm vintage is quite an achievement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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£2,374.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2018 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru was cropped at just 18hl/ha due to the way Charles Lachaux cane-pruned the vines after the hail-damaged 2017 vintage. The broody nose reveals hints of dark chocolate infusing the brambly red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit. Structured and foursquare, conservative in some ways, with a strong marine influence developing toward the fresh finish. It will need several years in bottle, but there is good potential here. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£6,422.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Procès has a complex bouquet featuring earthy and woodland aromas and touches of morels and black truffle. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chalky tannins, and more compact than the Les Poisets, showing a touch of black pepper on the finish. Give this four or five years in bottle, because it has more to give. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£969.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)1.42 ha from seven lieux-dits in the north of the appellation. 100% whole bunch. Lightish cherry red but greyish rather than crimson. A little more savoury than the Bourgogne and a very slight stemmy herbal note but it's subtle. A little bit peppery. More tension here than in the Bourgogne, a little lighter in obvious fruit and a little more tannic but barely so. Super-fresh. Dry and lingering. So elegant. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 16.5 (JR) |
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£3,650.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (16.5)1.42 ha from seven lieux-dits in the north of the appellation. 100% whole bunch. Lightish cherry red but greyish rather than crimson. A little more savoury than the Bourgogne and a very slight stemmy herbal note but it's subtle. A little bit peppery. More tension here than in the Bourgogne, a little lighter in obvious fruit and a little more tannic but barely so. Super-fresh. Dry and lingering. So elegant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN (ST)) |
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£4,382.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (91-93)Ruby-red. Slightly reduced aromas of cassis, violet, bitter chocolate, espresso, and nutty, spicy oak. Very closed in on itself today, giving a stronger impression of acidity than the Suchots. Subtle hints of minerals and spices. Quite backward for the vintage, with a firm tannic spine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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£7,587.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Les Chaumes 1er Cru has a winsome bouquet of perfumed raspberry, crushed strawberry and rose petal aromas that boast exquisite delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannins, vibrant red and black fruit and a very linear, vivid finish that conveys a sense of coiled energy. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) |
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£1,274.00 |
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Vinous (90-92)The 2018 Vosne-Romanée Les Hautes Maizières has a very pure, generous bouquet of wild strawberry, Dorset plum and pressed rose petal aromas, all wonderfully defined, especially for a Village Cru. The palate is medium-bodied with quite sharp tannins, and more citric than the other cuvées. There is a pleasant piquancy on the finish. Excellent. |
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Rioja | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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£885.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)The bottled 2018 El Carretil was phenomenal. It comes from a plot of 3.64 hectares planted at three different times—1930, 1975 and 1988—on limestone, sandstone and silt soils with up to 18% active limestone. Its Tempranillo grapes aged in barrel and then were racked back to stainless steel, where it was left to mature until it was bottled. It's mineral and balsamic, expressive, open and fresh, with beautiful elegance. It's classical with even a Bordeaux twist. It shows pretty much like the sample I tasted 12 months ago, expressive and open, aromatic and perfumed, with great freshness and balance, vibrant and energetic, juicy with fine-grained tannins and with terrific balance and purity. 5,000 bottles were filled in June 2020. |
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Rioja | 1 | 95-96 (WA) |
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£495.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95-96)The tank sample of the 2018 San Lázaro, which was the final blend after some eight months in barrique, showed really well and confirmed my idea that this could be the third single-vineyard wine in quality after El Pisón and El Carretil. It's a wine of finesse and perfume, of subtleness and length but without lacking power or concentration. It has a beautiful combination of violets and cassis with very fine tannins. It has inner strength and tension, a recurring note when it comes to these 2018s. Very promising, in line with the superb 2016. They expected to fill some 2,000 bottles in the summer of 2020. |
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Rioja | 1 | 99 (WA) |
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£1,310.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)The flagship single-vineyard 2018 Viña El Pisón has to be one of the finest vintages for this bottling. It's named after a plot of 2.4 hectares planted in 1945 in the village of Laguardia. The vineyard is an amphitheater with changing soils of limestone, clay and sandstone with a deep combination of limestone and silt. The grapes underwent a 24- to 48-hour cold soak and fermented with indigenous yeasts in oak vats for 10-12 days, during which time the grapes were foot trodden twice per day. It matured in French oak barrels for nine months. There's something mysterious about this Pisón; it's subtle and elegant, a little austere and reticent at first. The palate is seamless, silky with very refined tannins, with gobsmacking balance and a very long, clean and precise finish. This is superb. 6,600 bottles were filled in June 2020. |
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Rioja | 3 | 93 (WA) |
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£329.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)This terrific winery’s 2003 Vinas de Gain is a 100% old vine Tempranillo from their high altitude vineyard sites in Rioja Alavesa. A superb entry level effort, it reminded me of the famed Pomerol, l’Evangile. Wonderful scents of black raspberries, sweet cherries, smoke, truffles, and earth soar from the glass of this dense ruby/purple-hued 2003. Ripe and elegant, with beautiful purity, superb intensity, and a long, smooth finish, it is a glorious Rioja to enjoy over the next 5-7 years. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (DC) |
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£185.00 |
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Decanter (97)The bouquet is full of fragrant black fruits, cinnamon, cumin and Frankincense, the palate beautifully fleshy and textured, carrying cigar box, vanilla, blueberry and silky tannins through to a lingering, richly-fruited, finish. Such refined elegance! Outstanding. |
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Wairarapa | 2 | 89 (VN) |
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£382.00 |
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Vinous (89)This is Sauvignon Blanc made in a host of ways, hence the name Raranga, which means “woven” in Māori. There were parcels fermented in tank and in barrels, while a small proportion was fermented on skins, and a splash was whole-bunch fermented. After a couple of years, this is starting to shed its primary fruit and taking on characters of lanolin and oatmeal alongside citrus, pear and lemon tart. It has good depth and concentration and offers some interest texturally. The finish is clean and zesty although a little brief. |
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Cape South Coast | 2 | 95 (TA) |
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£155.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)You know class when you taste it, and this is certainly that. Deservedly established as one of South Africa's most consistently outstanding Chardonnays, this has the structure and concentration to age, with no malolactic at all, 22% new wood and complex, nuanced, stony flavours of lemon zest, oatmeal and stone fruit – Drinking to 2028 |
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California | 3 | 94 (VN) |
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£656.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is creamy and ample, with pretty floral notes that lend complexity. This is one of the richer, creamier wines readers will find from this part of the old-vine section of Sanford & Benedict. A few hours of aeration brings out gorgeous textural richness to play off the wine's natural brilliance. |
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California | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£447.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Pinot Noir Knox Alexander is a dense, powerful wine. Dark red cherry, plum, tobacco, cedar, kirsch, blood orange, rose petal and healthy dose of new oak all meld together effortlessly. There's real character and depth here. Another year or two in bottle will be hugely beneficial in helping the elements meld together even more fully. Vineyard sites are Bien Nacido and a bit of Le Bon Climat. |
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Originating from the exquisite terroirs of Burgundy, the Aubert et Pamela Villaine Mercurey Les Montots 2018 adds a delectable note to the world of fine wines. Its impeccable crafting begins in the revered Côte Chalonnaise region, where unique soil and microclimates culminate in a tantalising fruit-forward profile. Highly respected producers, Aubert and Pamela Villaine, nurture this wine utilising sustainable viticulture and stringent harvesting techniques, curating a raw essence into the lush magnificence of Les Montots 2018. Uncover layers of ripe red fruits, coupled with vibrant acidity and well-integrated tannins, undulating in the delicate marriage of power and finesse. Not to mention, the wine's ageing in French oak casks leaves a discernible imprint of toasted spices and vanilla undertones. In a bottle of Aubert et Pamela Villaine Mercurey Les Montots 2018, one savours not merely a wine, but the transcendence of a diligently tended vineyard's labour into an unforgettable taste. |
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Indulge in a taste of supreme expertise with the Aubert et Pamela Villaine Rully 1er Cru Clos St Jacques 2018. Hailing from the prestigious soils of Burgundy, France, this exceptional white wine is a testament to the meticulous cultivation practiced by revered vignerons Aubert and Pamela de Villaine. While honouring traditional Burgundy winemaking norms, Aubert, who is also the co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, implements a painstaking, pesticide-free approach, producing a wine rich in depth and complexity. Emanating a vibrant and precise Chardonnay that showcases the distinct potential of Rully, this wine offers a bouquet ripe with floral notes, complemented by crisp apple nuances. The 2018 vintage—from a year known for its even ripening—offers a seamless balance of acidity and concentrated, maturing fruit. The Aubert et Pamela Villaine Rully 1er Cru Clos St Jacques 2018 is indeed a surefire choice for any discerning collector seeking Burgundy’s most distinguished works. |
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