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Presenting the prodigious Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2008. Conceived in the heart of Burgundy, this French gem is the creation of the renowned Vosne-Romanée producer, Jean-Yves Bizot. A meticulous and unprecedented low-yield farming and winemaking approaches give birth to this masterpiece. This Grand Cru offers an intricate array of exotic black cherry and raspberry coulis, hinting at irresistible notes of rose petals and an intoxicating spice rack on its lingering finish. Festooned with a fine assortment of perfectly ripe fruits, it deftly blends structure, freshness, and precision. The label's 2008 vintage, an extraordinary season in Burgundy, offers a timeless level of balance and complexity. Bizot's Echezeaux is deeply concentrated and highly expressive - a quintessentially enigmatic character that sets it apart even among the pantheon of Grand Cru titles. This epitomises the exquisite beauty of Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2008, a tribute to pure finesse and thrilling longevity.
Inc. VAT£3,066.80 -
Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile.
The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions.
Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle.
Inc. VAT£2,013.64 -
Decanter (97)
Toasted hazelnuts and pecans on the nose, charry, buttery almonds, green apple so much aromatic complexity. Caramel, bitter lemon, orange, brioche/patisserie elements, like a buttery hot cross bun, some truffle too. Racy, piercing acidity hits the palate straight away along with such tiny, frothy bubbles that fill the mouth. The spine and tension is there, driving the wine forward with a clear vein of citrus acidity - a shot of lemon and lime, while still having the undercurrent of toasted, salty nuts. Nuanced and characterful with a hint of sweetness, sharpness and raciness all giving nuance and interest and building to an impressive whole. Well controlled with balance, construction and a gourmet feel. Made with Premier and Grand Cru grapes: Pinot Noir grapes from Mailly, Cumières, and Chigny-les-Roses, and Chardonnay grapes from Avize, Chouilly, and Vertus. Grapes are aged 12 years on their lees. Dosage 3g/L. Recently disgorged January 2023.Inc. VAT£108.80 -
Decanter (97)
Toasted hazelnuts and pecans on the nose, charry, buttery almonds, green apple so much aromatic complexity. Caramel, bitter lemon, orange, brioche/patisserie elements, like a buttery hot cross bun, some truffle too. Racy, piercing acidity hits the palate straight away along with such tiny, frothy bubbles that fill the mouth. The spine and tension is there, driving the wine forward with a clear vein of citrus acidity - a shot of lemon and lime, while still having the undercurrent of toasted, salty nuts. Nuanced and characterful with a hint of sweetness, sharpness and raciness all giving nuance and interest and building to an impressive whole. Well controlled with balance, construction and a gourmet feel. Made with Premier and Grand Cru grapes: Pinot Noir grapes from Mailly, Cumières, and Chigny-les-Roses, and Chardonnay grapes from Avize, Chouilly, and Vertus. Grapes are aged 12 years on their lees. Dosage 3g/L. Recently disgorged January 2023.Inc. VAT£333.62 -
The Boizel Joyau Chardonnay Brut 2008 splendidly embodies the delicate art of Champagne production. Masterfully sculptured by the esteemed Maison Boizel, this enthralling wine springs from the illustrious vineyards of the prestigious Chardonnay region in Champagne, France. In its creation, Boizel, renowned for their commitment to traditional wine-making principles, ensured a meticulous vinification process; hand-harvested vines were softly pressed, with the first fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by an extended lees ageing to enhance complexity.
Unveiling this bottle, one is greeted by a radiant golden hue, abundant fine bubbles and seductive scents of white fruits, honeyed almonds and toast – a promise fulfilled in the elegant, rich and harmonious palate. You'll find an irresistible balance within the Boizel Joyau Chardonnay Brut 2008; a beautiful expression of carefully nurtured Chardonnay that leaves an enduring finish, resonating with the indomitable spirit of the Maison Boizel's heritage.
Inc. VAT£527.54 -
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The 2008 La Grande Année is another brilliant 2008 that delivers the goods. Straight-up awesome notes of stone fruits, white flowers, honeysuckle, and an incredible, liquid rock-like minerality all emerge from the glass, and it develops more nuance, spice, toasted bread, and an almost Alsatian Riesling-like petrol character over the course of the evening. It’s a full-bodied, rich, powerful Champagne, yet like the top 2008s, it has brilliant precision, purity, and focus. It’s unquestionably one of the finest versions of this cuvée ever produced, although it needs another 4-5 years of bottle age to hit prime time. It should keep for 3-4 decades. Bravo!Inc. VAT£1,129.24 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£2,412.04 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£878.42 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£1,561.24 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Disgorged in September 2020 with four grams per liter dosage, Bollinger's 2008 Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Françaises is one of the monumental wines of this great vintage. Soaring from the glass with a generous, honeyed bouquet of pear, orange rind, dried fruits, mocha and toasted bread, it's full-bodied, textural and enveloping, with huge concentration, racy acids and a pillowy mousse. Vinous, rich and sumptuous, it concludes with an immensely long, resonant finish. Bollinger waited until the grapes of these ungrafted vines attained 11% potential alcohol before harvesting, and they have produced the most powerful wine of the vintage—as well as one of the most profound.Inc. VAT£2,483.60 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Disgorged in September 2020 with four grams per liter dosage, Bollinger's 2008 Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Françaises is one of the monumental wines of this great vintage. Soaring from the glass with a generous, honeyed bouquet of pear, orange rind, dried fruits, mocha and toasted bread, it's full-bodied, textural and enveloping, with huge concentration, racy acids and a pillowy mousse. Vinous, rich and sumptuous, it concludes with an immensely long, resonant finish. Bollinger waited until the grapes of these ungrafted vines attained 11% potential alcohol before harvesting, and they have produced the most powerful wine of the vintage—as well as one of the most profound.Inc. VAT£7,122.02 -
Wine Advocate (96+)
Brovia’s Serralunga Barolo, the 2008 Barolo Ca’ Mia, saturates every corner of the palate. Dark fruit, smoke, melted road tar, graphite and incense wrap around the palate in this dramatic large-scaled Barolo. Even more promising than it was right after bottling, the 2008 impresses for its spherical personality and towering class. Serralunga is, of course, best known for producing powerful wines, but Brovia’s Ca’Mia is just as remarkable for its superb finesse and elegance. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040.Inc. VAT£1,156.84 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Brovia’s 2008 Barolo Garblet Sue’ bursts from the glass with a heady array of black fruit, smoke, incense and licorice. The Garblet Sue’, from the Bricco Fiasco vineyard in Castiglione, is usually a much more linear, tense Barolo, but in 2008 the wine has gorgeous inner perfume allied to a level of pure juiciness that rounds out some of the rough edges that are at times present in this bottling. A huge finish laced with iron, asphalt and crushed rocks rounds things out in style. This is a super-classic Barolo from Brovia. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040.Inc. VAT£916.84 -
Inc. VAT£2,321.38 -
Inc. VAT£1,160.69
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Vinous (93)
(white label): Captivating flower perfume lifts aromas of raspberry, menthol and mint. Seamless in texture but a bit youthfully imploded, offering terrific red fruit intensity without weight. Quite spicy for Asili. Nicely balanced, silky, floral Barbaresco, finishing with continuing spice notes as well as serious, building tannins for Asili.Inc. VAT£1,058.44 -
Wine Advocate (87)
The 2008 Barbaresco Santo Stefano has the same color the 1987 had when it was 20 years old, which is to say almost rose colored. I don’t think the 2008 will make its 20th birthday, however. This is a light, translucent, fleeting wine with very little fruit and body. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2016.Inc. VAT£831.64 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2008 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto (aged 36 months in botte grande) is a gorgeous wine from every perspective. Its 360-degree beauty shines comes through in terms of the intensity of the bouquet and the elegance of the mouthfeel. Again, super-finely textured tannins give the wine backbone and create a supporting structure for rich fruit flavors. There-s just enough consistency here to fill the palate, yet the wine is never heavy or flat. It shows vibrant energy thanks to the natural freshness and that beautiful note of garden fresh red rose that pops up as nostalgic sign-off. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2040.Inc. VAT£1,642.84 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2008 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto (aged 36 months in botte grande) is a gorgeous wine from every perspective. Its 360-degree beauty shines comes through in terms of the intensity of the bouquet and the elegance of the mouthfeel. Again, super-finely textured tannins give the wine backbone and create a supporting structure for rich fruit flavors. There-s just enough consistency here to fill the palate, yet the wine is never heavy or flat. It shows vibrant energy thanks to the natural freshness and that beautiful note of garden fresh red rose that pops up as nostalgic sign-off. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2040.Inc. VAT£1,906.84 -
Vinous (95)
The 2008 Extra Brut N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra is a brilliant, taut Champagne. The combination of vintage and the extra brut style favored a Paillard that yields a young Champagne that is quite austere. It will be interesting to see if the 2008 fills out with time in bottle. Today it is piercing in its intensity. Disgorged: April, 2019.Inc. VAT£591.62 -
Inc. VAT£1,029.14 -
Jancis Robinson (17)
Expressive new-oak scent with a toasty style to the aroma. Black cherry and blackcurrant fruit – ripe and satisfying and modern, and the oak and fruit flavours are well integrated. (RH)Inc. VAT£1,311.60 -
Wine Enthusiast (91)
Fruity, attractively balanced wine, the spice and caramel wood flavors fitting well into the sweet, berry fruits.Inc. VAT£226.34 -
Inc. VAT£2,191.69 -
Wine Enthusiast (92)
Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins.Inc. VAT£2,610.04 -
Inc. VAT£637.49 -
Wine Spectator (95)
A complex bouquet of smoky cherry, plum, iron, leather and spice is enticing, while the supple texture is laden with fading fruit, spice, sanguine and tobacco flavors. Lively and long, it firms up on the finish, where the fruit and savory elements converge. Drink now through 2033.Inc. VAT£218.81 -
Wine Spectator (95)
A complex bouquet of smoky cherry, plum, iron, leather and spice is enticing, while the supple texture is laden with fading fruit, spice, sanguine and tobacco flavors. Lively and long, it firms up on the finish, where the fruit and savory elements converge. Drink now through 2033.Inc. VAT£388.84 -
Vinous (93)
Deep red-ruby. Reticent but pure aromas of dark fruits, smoked meat, minerals, pepper and sexy oak, plus a whiff of garrigue. Concentrated, aromatic and sweet, with enticing herbal and peppery lift to the dark fruit and licorice flavors. Not as fleshy as the Beaux Monts but very pure, scented and long. Always the best-looking grapes along with the Feusselottes, notes Tremblay.Inc. VAT£10,130.44 -
Vinous (95)
The clear highlight among these new releases, the 2008 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Béchalin is deep, powerful and beautifully layered in the glass. Resonant and generous yet with remarkable translucence, the 2008 is impeccable in its balance. There is plenty of nuance in the orchard fruit flavors, but above all else, the 2008 impresses with its total sense of harmony and proportion. The exuberant, racy finish only adds to the wine's inviting personality. Disgorged: April 2015.Inc. VAT£3,261.64
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Presenting the prodigious Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2008. Conceived in the heart of Burgundy, this French gem is the creation of the renowned Vosne-Romanée producer, Jean-Yves Bizot. A meticulous and unprecedented low-yield farming and winemaking approaches give birth to this masterpiece. This Grand Cru offers an intricate array of exotic black cherry and raspberry coulis, hinting at irresistible notes of rose petals and an intoxicating spice rack on its lingering finish. Festooned with a fine assortment of perfectly ripe fruits, it deftly blends structure, freshness, and precision. The label's 2008 vintage, an extraordinary season in Burgundy, offers a timeless level of balance and complexity. Bizot's Echezeaux is deeply concentrated and highly expressive - a quintessentially enigmatic character that sets it apart even among the pantheon of Grand Cru titles. This epitomises the exquisite beauty of Bizot Echezeaux Grand Cru 2008, a tribute to pure finesse and thrilling longevity.
In Bond£2,553.00 -
Exuding panache and fine skill, the esteemed Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 is a crowning jewel in sophisticated viticulture. Hailing from the revered winemaking region of Napa Valley, this opulent reserve, crafted by revered winemaker, Bob Levy, radiates robust flavours and a distinguished profile.
The grandeur of Bob's three decades of expertise in winemaking ensures a premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon with a seamless transition from palate to finish. Grown, harvested, and fermented with meticulous attention, every bottle honours the natural nuance of each grape. The Reserve 2008 showcases the distinctive terroir that Levy's vineyards celebrate, richly influenced by the valley's exceptional climatic conditions.
Boasting tender tannins, and intense notes of blackberry and ripe cherry, the Bob Levy Napa Valley Reserve 2008 erupts in delicate hints of cocoa and sweet spice. It's a breathtaking expression of Levy's commitment to capturing the true essence of Napa's heritage in every coveted bottle.
In Bond£1,662.00 -
Decanter (97)
Toasted hazelnuts and pecans on the nose, charry, buttery almonds, green apple so much aromatic complexity. Caramel, bitter lemon, orange, brioche/patisserie elements, like a buttery hot cross bun, some truffle too. Racy, piercing acidity hits the palate straight away along with such tiny, frothy bubbles that fill the mouth. The spine and tension is there, driving the wine forward with a clear vein of citrus acidity - a shot of lemon and lime, while still having the undercurrent of toasted, salty nuts. Nuanced and characterful with a hint of sweetness, sharpness and raciness all giving nuance and interest and building to an impressive whole. Well controlled with balance, construction and a gourmet feel. Made with Premier and Grand Cru grapes: Pinot Noir grapes from Mailly, Cumières, and Chigny-les-Roses, and Chardonnay grapes from Avize, Chouilly, and Vertus. Grapes are aged 12 years on their lees. Dosage 3g/L. Recently disgorged January 2023.In Bond£88.00 -
Decanter (97)
Toasted hazelnuts and pecans on the nose, charry, buttery almonds, green apple so much aromatic complexity. Caramel, bitter lemon, orange, brioche/patisserie elements, like a buttery hot cross bun, some truffle too. Racy, piercing acidity hits the palate straight away along with such tiny, frothy bubbles that fill the mouth. The spine and tension is there, driving the wine forward with a clear vein of citrus acidity - a shot of lemon and lime, while still having the undercurrent of toasted, salty nuts. Nuanced and characterful with a hint of sweetness, sharpness and raciness all giving nuance and interest and building to an impressive whole. Well controlled with balance, construction and a gourmet feel. Made with Premier and Grand Cru grapes: Pinot Noir grapes from Mailly, Cumières, and Chigny-les-Roses, and Chardonnay grapes from Avize, Chouilly, and Vertus. Grapes are aged 12 years on their lees. Dosage 3g/L. Recently disgorged January 2023.In Bond£270.00 -
The Boizel Joyau Chardonnay Brut 2008 splendidly embodies the delicate art of Champagne production. Masterfully sculptured by the esteemed Maison Boizel, this enthralling wine springs from the illustrious vineyards of the prestigious Chardonnay region in Champagne, France. In its creation, Boizel, renowned for their commitment to traditional wine-making principles, ensured a meticulous vinification process; hand-harvested vines were softly pressed, with the first fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by an extended lees ageing to enhance complexity.
Unveiling this bottle, one is greeted by a radiant golden hue, abundant fine bubbles and seductive scents of white fruits, honeyed almonds and toast – a promise fulfilled in the elegant, rich and harmonious palate. You'll find an irresistible balance within the Boizel Joyau Chardonnay Brut 2008; a beautiful expression of carefully nurtured Chardonnay that leaves an enduring finish, resonating with the indomitable spirit of the Maison Boizel's heritage.
In Bond£430.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The 2008 La Grande Année is another brilliant 2008 that delivers the goods. Straight-up awesome notes of stone fruits, white flowers, honeysuckle, and an incredible, liquid rock-like minerality all emerge from the glass, and it develops more nuance, spice, toasted bread, and an almost Alsatian Riesling-like petrol character over the course of the evening. It’s a full-bodied, rich, powerful Champagne, yet like the top 2008s, it has brilliant precision, purity, and focus. It’s unquestionably one of the finest versions of this cuvée ever produced, although it needs another 4-5 years of bottle age to hit prime time. It should keep for 3-4 decades. Bravo!In Bond£925.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.In Bond£1,994.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.In Bond£724.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Amazing aromas of sweet uncooked pie crust with almonds. Then you smell dried apples, apricots and pineapple. Grilled fruits, too. Full-bodied. So tangy and energetic with sizzling acidity and creamy tannins. Flavorful and lightly oxidized at the finish. Smacking my lips. Agile. Ginger and spices. A touch of bitter complexity with some salinity. Extreme character that grabs your attention. 13 years and six months aging on the lees with cork. 3 grams dosage. 71% pinot noir and 29% chardonnay. Don’t serve too cold. Drink or hold.In Bond£1,285.00 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Disgorged in September 2020 with four grams per liter dosage, Bollinger's 2008 Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Françaises is one of the monumental wines of this great vintage. Soaring from the glass with a generous, honeyed bouquet of pear, orange rind, dried fruits, mocha and toasted bread, it's full-bodied, textural and enveloping, with huge concentration, racy acids and a pillowy mousse. Vinous, rich and sumptuous, it concludes with an immensely long, resonant finish. Bollinger waited until the grapes of these ungrafted vines attained 11% potential alcohol before harvesting, and they have produced the most powerful wine of the vintage—as well as one of the most profound.In Bond£2,067.00 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Disgorged in September 2020 with four grams per liter dosage, Bollinger's 2008 Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Françaises is one of the monumental wines of this great vintage. Soaring from the glass with a generous, honeyed bouquet of pear, orange rind, dried fruits, mocha and toasted bread, it's full-bodied, textural and enveloping, with huge concentration, racy acids and a pillowy mousse. Vinous, rich and sumptuous, it concludes with an immensely long, resonant finish. Bollinger waited until the grapes of these ungrafted vines attained 11% potential alcohol before harvesting, and they have produced the most powerful wine of the vintage—as well as one of the most profound.In Bond£5,927.00 -
Wine Advocate (96+)
Brovia’s Serralunga Barolo, the 2008 Barolo Ca’ Mia, saturates every corner of the palate. Dark fruit, smoke, melted road tar, graphite and incense wrap around the palate in this dramatic large-scaled Barolo. Even more promising than it was right after bottling, the 2008 impresses for its spherical personality and towering class. Serralunga is, of course, best known for producing powerful wines, but Brovia’s Ca’Mia is just as remarkable for its superb finesse and elegance. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040.In Bond£948.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Brovia’s 2008 Barolo Garblet Sue’ bursts from the glass with a heady array of black fruit, smoke, incense and licorice. The Garblet Sue’, from the Bricco Fiasco vineyard in Castiglione, is usually a much more linear, tense Barolo, but in 2008 the wine has gorgeous inner perfume allied to a level of pure juiciness that rounds out some of the rough edges that are at times present in this bottling. A huge finish laced with iron, asphalt and crushed rocks rounds things out in style. This is a super-classic Barolo from Brovia. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040.In Bond£748.00 -
In Bond£1,896.00
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In Bond£948.00
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Vinous (93)
(white label): Captivating flower perfume lifts aromas of raspberry, menthol and mint. Seamless in texture but a bit youthfully imploded, offering terrific red fruit intensity without weight. Quite spicy for Asili. Nicely balanced, silky, floral Barbaresco, finishing with continuing spice notes as well as serious, building tannins for Asili.In Bond£866.00 -
Wine Advocate (87)
The 2008 Barbaresco Santo Stefano has the same color the 1987 had when it was 20 years old, which is to say almost rose colored. I don’t think the 2008 will make its 20th birthday, however. This is a light, translucent, fleeting wine with very little fruit and body. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2016.In Bond£677.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2008 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto (aged 36 months in botte grande) is a gorgeous wine from every perspective. Its 360-degree beauty shines comes through in terms of the intensity of the bouquet and the elegance of the mouthfeel. Again, super-finely textured tannins give the wine backbone and create a supporting structure for rich fruit flavors. There-s just enough consistency here to fill the palate, yet the wine is never heavy or flat. It shows vibrant energy thanks to the natural freshness and that beautiful note of garden fresh red rose that pops up as nostalgic sign-off. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2040.In Bond£1,353.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2008 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto (aged 36 months in botte grande) is a gorgeous wine from every perspective. Its 360-degree beauty shines comes through in terms of the intensity of the bouquet and the elegance of the mouthfeel. Again, super-finely textured tannins give the wine backbone and create a supporting structure for rich fruit flavors. There-s just enough consistency here to fill the palate, yet the wine is never heavy or flat. It shows vibrant energy thanks to the natural freshness and that beautiful note of garden fresh red rose that pops up as nostalgic sign-off. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2040.In Bond£1,573.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2008 Extra Brut N.P.U. Nec Plus Ultra is a brilliant, taut Champagne. The combination of vintage and the extra brut style favored a Paillard that yields a young Champagne that is quite austere. It will be interesting to see if the 2008 fills out with time in bottle. Today it is piercing in its intensity. Disgorged: April, 2019.In Bond£485.00 -
In Bond£848.00
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Jancis Robinson (17)
Expressive new-oak scent with a toasty style to the aroma. Black cherry and blackcurrant fruit – ripe and satisfying and modern, and the oak and fruit flavours are well integrated. (RH)Inc. VAT£1,311.60 -
Wine Enthusiast (91)
Fruity, attractively balanced wine, the spice and caramel wood flavors fitting well into the sweet, berry fruits.In Bond£179.00 -
In Bond£1,820.00
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Wine Enthusiast (92)
Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins.In Bond£2,159.00 -
In Bond£512.00
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Wine Spectator (95)
A complex bouquet of smoky cherry, plum, iron, leather and spice is enticing, while the supple texture is laden with fading fruit, spice, sanguine and tobacco flavors. Lively and long, it firms up on the finish, where the fruit and savory elements converge. Drink now through 2033.In Bond£177.00 -
Wine Spectator (95)
A complex bouquet of smoky cherry, plum, iron, leather and spice is enticing, while the supple texture is laden with fading fruit, spice, sanguine and tobacco flavors. Lively and long, it firms up on the finish, where the fruit and savory elements converge. Drink now through 2033.In Bond£308.00 -
Vinous (93)
Deep red-ruby. Reticent but pure aromas of dark fruits, smoked meat, minerals, pepper and sexy oak, plus a whiff of garrigue. Concentrated, aromatic and sweet, with enticing herbal and peppery lift to the dark fruit and licorice flavors. Not as fleshy as the Beaux Monts but very pure, scented and long. Always the best-looking grapes along with the Feusselottes, notes Tremblay.In Bond£8,426.00 -
Vinous (95)
The clear highlight among these new releases, the 2008 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Béchalin is deep, powerful and beautifully layered in the glass. Resonant and generous yet with remarkable translucence, the 2008 is impeccable in its balance. There is plenty of nuance in the orchard fruit flavors, but above all else, the 2008 impresses with its total sense of harmony and proportion. The exuberant, racy finish only adds to the wine's inviting personality. Disgorged: April 2015.In Bond£2,702.00
