2018
2018
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-93+ (WA) |
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€171.83 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93+). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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€1,984.38 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I loved the 2018 Château Angélus from barrel last year and it blew me away from bottle, epitomizing the new, fresher, more elegant style of the estate while still bringing classic Angélus richness and power. The 2018 is a blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc that was brought up in new oak, with a portion of the Cabernet Franc in foudre. A vivid purple color is followed by a vibrant bouquet of blackberries, crème de cassis, crushed violets, spring flowers, and cedar pencil. Beautifully concentrated, full-bodied, and flawlessly balanced on the palate, it has gorgeous tannins, remarkable purity of fruit, and awesome length. I followed this bottle for multiple days and it only improved, picking up additional depth and richness, while never showing a hint of oxidation. Pure perfection, it's going to benefit from 7-8 years of bottle age and keep for 3-4 decades. This is a sensational, magical wine from this talented team, led by winemaker Emmanuelle d'Aligny-Fulchi. Comparing this to the more opulent 2005 and 2009 over the coming decades will be an incredible experience. |
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Bordeaux | 8 | - |
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€596.87 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WI) |
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€4,300.38 |
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The Wine Independent (100)The 2018 Ausone is deep garnet purple in color. There is oak to begin, giving way to a great core of baked black plums, chocolate-covered cherries, licorice, and incense, plus Indian spices and violets. Full-bodied, it is rich, concentrated, and decadent in the mouth, with a fantastic backbone of freshness and velvety tannins, finishing very long and layered. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
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€320.92 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Baron de Brane is rich and luscious in the glass. Succulent red cherry and ripe red plum fruit are pushed forward in a soft, racy Margaux that will drink beautifully upon release. The radiance of the vintage comes through nicely, and yet there is a good bit of freshness as well. The blend is 60% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Carmenère. |
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Bordeaux | 15 | - |
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€239.32 |
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Indulge in the sophisticated charm of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Heritage 2018. Produced by the legendary Baron Philippe de Rothschild estate, this Bordeaux vintage captures the epitome of French viticulture in 2018. Internationally renowned for its commitment to quality, the estate carefully selects grapes from the finest vineyards in the Bordeaux AOC to create the exquisite blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Masterful winemaking practices yield a tantalising wine, laden with cherries, blackberries and spices on the palate. Subtle hints of oak, derived from ageing in French barrels, grace the wine's finish. With each sip, you'll savour the traditional vine-to-bottle philosophy that defines the Rothschild dynasty. Enjoy this opulent vintage and immerse yourself in the nuanced taste of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Heritage 2018 - a quintessential emblem of Bordeaux's winemaking brilliance. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | - |
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€279.18 |
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Deep garnet colour. Expressive nose, combining notes of undergrowth, cedar, wax polish and tobacco. On the palate, the attack is supple and full-bodied with velvety tannins. An elegant, refined wine with a fresh, aromatic finish. A fine example of the 2018 vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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€352.38 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is very structured and dense with lots of fruit and tannin, yet it’s tight and long. Linear and racy. Muscular. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 96-99 (WS) |
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€412.38 |
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Wine Spectator (96-99)Juicy and forward in feel, with fresh plum, blackberry and anise notes. Dense, but still silky and refined in feel, revealing a long mineral echo through the finish. This is so pure, it seems almost too easy to drink already, just as you realize how ridiculously long it is. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WCI) |
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€971.58 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (99)With all the richness, density and concentration required, you also find endless waves of perfectly ripe, black, blue and dark red fruits, crushed rocks, stone, licorice, smoke, flowers and espresso. Here you find, intensity, purity, minerality, silk and velvety tannins and a seamless, 60 second finish that just won't quit. The wine blends is 80% Merlot with 20% Cabernet Franc. Only 1,150 cases were produced. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
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€344.92 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Beau-Site is a rich, hearty Saint-Estèphe that should drink well with only a few years in bottle. Black cherry, gravel, cured meats, smoke and grilled herbs add character to this expressive, inviting Saint-Estèphe from the northern part of the appellation. The blend is 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (JS) |
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€968.87 |
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James Suckling (99)Very intense blackberries, black olives, blueberries and dried flowers. Stony minerality. Even some pine. Full-bodied with superb depth of fruit and ultra fine tannins that are intense and polished. The finish is so long and delivers so much flavor, from wet earth to blackberry again. Seamless palate. Try after 2026. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
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€466.38 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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€1,073.39 |
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Vibrantly expressing terroir-driven nuances, the Belle Brise 2018 bestows an exquisite drinking experience. From the extraordinary Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France, this sophisticated wine is cultivated by the esteemed Château Belle-Brise, famed for their meticulous, organic grape-growing traditions. Like every bottle from the estate, Belle Brise 2018 is exclusively hand-harvested, preserving grapes' integrity. The blend manifests a remarkable combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot, aged exquisitely in specially sourced oak barrels, granting an unrivalled complexity of flavour. Vive la Belle Brise! This opulent vintage presents notes of ripe blackcurrants, luscious plums, and subtle hints of violet, underlined by a nuanced, cedarwood finish. The Belle Brise 2018 displays sublime structure, commanding depth of flavour, and an elegantly smooth finish. A true gem within the world of fine wines, Belle Brise 2018 is a robust, well-balanced revelation, promising a sublime addition to any discerning wine cellar. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 96-98 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€978.78 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The 2018 Bellevue Mondotte is a blockbuster that just jumps out of the glass with its crème de cassis, crushed violets, blackberry, and licorice aromas and flavors. It's powerful, opulent, and massively textured, yet never over the top or too much. It has building tannins, no hard edges, and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-96 (JD) |
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€233.58 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-96)A rough blend of 78% Merlot and 22% Franc made by the team at Canon (Thomas Duclos also consults here), the 2018 Château Berliquet sports a deeper purple color as well as a complex, layered style in its black raspberry, white flowers, dried earth, spice, and forest floor aromas and flavors. It's medium to full-bodied, has a rounded, expansive texture, beautiful tannins, and brilliant freshness and purity as well as a serious kick of minerality on the finish. Coming from a smaller 10-hectare terroir located on the clay and limestone soils on the upper plateau, it will spend 16 months in 45% new French oak. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-97+ (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€617.58 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95-97+)Showing beautifully both times I was able to taste it, the 2018 Château Beychevelle checks in as a blend of 50% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc that's aging in 60% new French oak. This ultra-pure, refined, gorgeously layered Beychevelle offers terrific notes of black cherries, blackberries, cassis, violets, and damp earth. Deep, concentrated, and layered on the palate, it has a thrilling sense of purity and elegance as well as building structure. This is the third vintage vinified in the new cellar, and the 2018 represents a selection of 50% of the total production. It hit 14.5% alcohol with a healthy pH of 3.74 and a massive IPT of 81. Hats off to director Romain Ducolomb for another brilliant wine that I suspect will surpass both the 2015 and 2016! |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 88-90 (VN (AG)) |
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€342.52 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88-90)The 2018 d'Aiguilhe Blanc is 100% Sauvignon Blanc done in steel. Lemon confit and floral notes and a touch of reduction, add character as well as a good bit of energy, within the context of the year. I would prefer to drink it sooner rather than later. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€492.78 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A fresh and fruity white with sliced-apple and lemon character. Layered and a hint of tannic texture. Lemon zest and lots of energy. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€558.52 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Boyd-Cantenac features smoked meats, dried herbs and savory aromas over baked berries and cassis with a pencil lead hint. The palate is full-bodied with a soft texture and bags of fruit and herb sparks, finishing warm. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
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€407.58 |
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James Suckling (95-96)What strikes me about this Brane-Cantenac is the gorgeous center palate of ripe fruit, which gives an impression of generosity, yet it’s tight and reserved at the same time. Fine and polished tannins follow on and drive this gorgeous fruit. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (DC) |
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€760.07 |
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Decanter (99)A distinctive bouquet with notes of iodine, flowers, fresh fruit and graphite, but its floral character takes on a dominant role with airing. Gorgeously juicy mouthfeel brimming with energy lengthening a finish that consolidates its profound substance but also reveals surprising subtlety and delicacy. This 2018 is perhaps an atypical Calon Ségur in the context of recent vintages, but it joins the ranks of the great ones and should gain in elegance over time. Cellaring may be required for up to twenty-five years. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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€409.79 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2018 de Camensac has retained its attractive aromatics, needing just a little coaxing to reveal blackberry, bilberry, light marine scents and those iris petals that I remarked upon out of barrel. The palate is medium-bodied with good backbone and well-judged acidity. I admire the substance of this de Camensac, and there is wonderful salinity on the finish. This comes recommended and I can see it aging well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (VN (AG)) |
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€733.98 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)The 2018 Canon is every bit as magnificent from bottle as it was from barrel. Maybe more so. Vertical and explosive in the glass, Canon sizzles with tension and vibrancy. Readers will find a majestic, soaring Grand Cru Classé that captures all the magic of Saint-Émilion's limestone plateau. Canon exudes mind-blowing precision and deliciousness. It is another magnificent effort from Technical Director Nicolas Audebert and his team. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
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€279.83 |
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The Canon Chaigneau 2018 is an exquisite French wine, nurtured and produced in the esteemed vineyards of the Bordeaux region. Harvested from mature vines at the illustrious Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, this superior blend is an exemplification of winemakers, Nelly and Jean-François Chaigneau's unparalleled dedication to the art of wine-making. The Canon Chaigneau 2018 encompasses an impeccable balance of primarily Merlot and a small ratio of Cabernet Franc. Herein, the terroir's robust soils emerge aromatically in hints of blooming red fruits and whispers of vanilla undertone. Savoured on the palate is a gratifying richness neatly interwoven with suave tannins that alludes a harmoniously lengthy finish. The vintage's inherent complexity evolves and unfolds delectably with adequate cellaring, thereby promising an engaging and delightful experience for the wine enthusiast. Canon Chaigneau 2018 is a tasteful indulgence personifying the time-honoured tradition of Bordeaux's storied viticulture. Savour a bottle to experience this fine wine legacy at its finest. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 94-95 (JS) |
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€330.78 |
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James Suckling (94-95)A rich and layered young Bordeaux with a solid center palate of ripe fruit and coated with ripe and polished tannins. Tightly wound ball now. Pretty texture and length to this. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-97 (WE) |
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€588.78 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95-97)This is a rich wine, full of generous black fruits and ripe tannins that give it both a powerful yet stylish nature. Its weight comes from the fine black fruit flavor, with fine acidity to the cut fruitiness. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | - |
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€248.92 |
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Immerse yourself in the sophisticated grandeur of Cap Saint George 2018. Born from the sun-kissed vineyards of Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France, this distinguished and thoroughly complex wine exhibits an opulent maturity and depth. Produced by esteemed wine-creator J.C.B Compagnie, the red blend truly reflects the mastery of experienced winemaking. The Cap Saint George 2018 is crafted from a meticulous vintage, favouring Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Its meticulous ageing in choice French Oak barrels ensures the interaction of the young wine with the wood, offering an aromatic and textural complexity. This produces a beautiful, full-bodied aesthetic giving notes of blackcurrant, plum, cedarwood and hints of spice. For those with a discerning palette, the Cap Saint George 2018 is a certain delight and makes for an unparalleled accompaniment to rich meats and cheeses. This is certainly an exceptional vino, sure to impress even the most discerning of connoisseurs. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92-94 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€207.34 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92-94)From the team at Calon Ségur, the 2018 Château Capbern is another smoking good Saint-Estèphe. In 2018 it’s a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot that will spend 18 months in 60% new French oak. This ripe, sexy wine (it hit 14.6% natural alcohol) sports a deep purple color as well as blockbuster notes of crème de cassis, jammy blackberries, crushed flowers, and scorched earth. Despite all the fruit and texture, it stays beautifully balanced, has classic Saint-Estèphe earthy minerality, ripe tannins, and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 13 | 90-93 (VN) |
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€295.98 |
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Vinous (90-93)Lemon confit, white flowers and mint are all laced throughout the 2017 Carmes de Rieussec. Fresh and light on its feet, with notable vibrancy, the Carmes hits all the right notes. The balance here is simply unreal, especially for a second wine. Picking a bit earlier and an increased emphasis in freshness is felt throughout the Rieussec range, but it is especially felt in the Carmes, a mid-weight, super-finessed wine that offers tons of depth while also staying light on its feet. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-93+ (WA) |
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€121.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93+). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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€1,635.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)I loved the 2018 Château Angélus from barrel last year and it blew me away from bottle, epitomizing the new, fresher, more elegant style of the estate while still bringing classic Angélus richness and power. The 2018 is a blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc that was brought up in new oak, with a portion of the Cabernet Franc in foudre. A vivid purple color is followed by a vibrant bouquet of blackberries, crème de cassis, crushed violets, spring flowers, and cedar pencil. Beautifully concentrated, full-bodied, and flawlessly balanced on the palate, it has gorgeous tannins, remarkable purity of fruit, and awesome length. I followed this bottle for multiple days and it only improved, picking up additional depth and richness, while never showing a hint of oxidation. Pure perfection, it's going to benefit from 7-8 years of bottle age and keep for 3-4 decades. This is a sensational, magical wine from this talented team, led by winemaker Emmanuelle d'Aligny-Fulchi. Comparing this to the more opulent 2005 and 2009 over the coming decades will be an incredible experience. |
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Bordeaux | 8 | - |
In Bond
€475.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (WI) |
In Bond
€3,565.00 |
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The Wine Independent (100)The 2018 Ausone is deep garnet purple in color. There is oak to begin, giving way to a great core of baked black plums, chocolate-covered cherries, licorice, and incense, plus Indian spices and violets. Full-bodied, it is rich, concentrated, and decadent in the mouth, with a fantastic backbone of freshness and velvety tannins, finishing very long and layered. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
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€245.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Baron de Brane is rich and luscious in the glass. Succulent red cherry and ripe red plum fruit are pushed forward in a soft, racy Margaux that will drink beautifully upon release. The radiance of the vintage comes through nicely, and yet there is a good bit of freshness as well. The blend is 60% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Carmenère. |
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Bordeaux | 15 | - |
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€177.00 |
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Indulge in the sophisticated charm of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Heritage 2018. Produced by the legendary Baron Philippe de Rothschild estate, this Bordeaux vintage captures the epitome of French viticulture in 2018. Internationally renowned for its commitment to quality, the estate carefully selects grapes from the finest vineyards in the Bordeaux AOC to create the exquisite blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Masterful winemaking practices yield a tantalising wine, laden with cherries, blackberries and spices on the palate. Subtle hints of oak, derived from ageing in French barrels, grace the wine's finish. With each sip, you'll savour the traditional vine-to-bottle philosophy that defines the Rothschild dynasty. Enjoy this opulent vintage and immerse yourself in the nuanced taste of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Heritage 2018 - a quintessential emblem of Bordeaux's winemaking brilliance. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | - |
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€214.00 |
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Deep garnet colour. Expressive nose, combining notes of undergrowth, cedar, wax polish and tobacco. On the palate, the attack is supple and full-bodied with velvety tannins. An elegant, refined wine with a fresh, aromatic finish. A fine example of the 2018 vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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€275.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This is very structured and dense with lots of fruit and tannin, yet it’s tight and long. Linear and racy. Muscular. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 96-99 (WS) |
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€325.00 |
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Wine Spectator (96-99)Juicy and forward in feel, with fresh plum, blackberry and anise notes. Dense, but still silky and refined in feel, revealing a long mineral echo through the finish. This is so pure, it seems almost too easy to drink already, just as you realize how ridiculously long it is. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WCI) |
In Bond
€791.00 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (99)With all the richness, density and concentration required, you also find endless waves of perfectly ripe, black, blue and dark red fruits, crushed rocks, stone, licorice, smoke, flowers and espresso. Here you find, intensity, purity, minerality, silk and velvety tannins and a seamless, 60 second finish that just won't quit. The wine blends is 80% Merlot with 20% Cabernet Franc. Only 1,150 cases were produced. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
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€265.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Beau-Site is a rich, hearty Saint-Estèphe that should drink well with only a few years in bottle. Black cherry, gravel, cured meats, smoke and grilled herbs add character to this expressive, inviting Saint-Estèphe from the northern part of the appellation. The blend is 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (JS) |
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€785.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Very intense blackberries, black olives, blueberries and dried flowers. Stony minerality. Even some pine. Full-bodied with superb depth of fruit and ultra fine tannins that are intense and polished. The finish is so long and delivers so much flavor, from wet earth to blackberry again. Seamless palate. Try after 2026. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89-91 (WA) |
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€370.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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€876.00 |
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Vibrantly expressing terroir-driven nuances, the Belle Brise 2018 bestows an exquisite drinking experience. From the extraordinary Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France, this sophisticated wine is cultivated by the esteemed Château Belle-Brise, famed for their meticulous, organic grape-growing traditions. Like every bottle from the estate, Belle Brise 2018 is exclusively hand-harvested, preserving grapes' integrity. The blend manifests a remarkable combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot, aged exquisitely in specially sourced oak barrels, granting an unrivalled complexity of flavour. Vive la Belle Brise! This opulent vintage presents notes of ripe blackcurrants, luscious plums, and subtle hints of violet, underlined by a nuanced, cedarwood finish. The Belle Brise 2018 displays sublime structure, commanding depth of flavour, and an elegantly smooth finish. A true gem within the world of fine wines, Belle Brise 2018 is a robust, well-balanced revelation, promising a sublime addition to any discerning wine cellar. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 96-98 (JD) |
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€797.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The 2018 Bellevue Mondotte is a blockbuster that just jumps out of the glass with its crème de cassis, crushed violets, blackberry, and licorice aromas and flavors. It's powerful, opulent, and massively textured, yet never over the top or too much. It has building tannins, no hard edges, and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-96 (JD) |
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€176.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-96)A rough blend of 78% Merlot and 22% Franc made by the team at Canon (Thomas Duclos also consults here), the 2018 Château Berliquet sports a deeper purple color as well as a complex, layered style in its black raspberry, white flowers, dried earth, spice, and forest floor aromas and flavors. It's medium to full-bodied, has a rounded, expansive texture, beautiful tannins, and brilliant freshness and purity as well as a serious kick of minerality on the finish. Coming from a smaller 10-hectare terroir located on the clay and limestone soils on the upper plateau, it will spend 16 months in 45% new French oak. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-97+ (JD) |
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€496.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95-97+)Showing beautifully both times I was able to taste it, the 2018 Château Beychevelle checks in as a blend of 50% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc that's aging in 60% new French oak. This ultra-pure, refined, gorgeously layered Beychevelle offers terrific notes of black cherries, blackberries, cassis, violets, and damp earth. Deep, concentrated, and layered on the palate, it has a thrilling sense of purity and elegance as well as building structure. This is the third vintage vinified in the new cellar, and the 2018 represents a selection of 50% of the total production. It hit 14.5% alcohol with a healthy pH of 3.74 and a massive IPT of 81. Hats off to director Romain Ducolomb for another brilliant wine that I suspect will surpass both the 2015 and 2016! |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 88-90 (VN (AG)) |
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€263.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88-90)The 2018 d'Aiguilhe Blanc is 100% Sauvignon Blanc done in steel. Lemon confit and floral notes and a touch of reduction, add character as well as a good bit of energy, within the context of the year. I would prefer to drink it sooner rather than later. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
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€392.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A fresh and fruity white with sliced-apple and lemon character. Layered and a hint of tannic texture. Lemon zest and lots of energy. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (WA) |
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€443.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91)The deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Boyd-Cantenac features smoked meats, dried herbs and savory aromas over baked berries and cassis with a pencil lead hint. The palate is full-bodied with a soft texture and bags of fruit and herb sparks, finishing warm. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
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€321.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)What strikes me about this Brane-Cantenac is the gorgeous center palate of ripe fruit, which gives an impression of generosity, yet it’s tight and reserved at the same time. Fine and polished tannins follow on and drive this gorgeous fruit. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (DC) |
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€611.00 |
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Decanter (99)A distinctive bouquet with notes of iodine, flowers, fresh fruit and graphite, but its floral character takes on a dominant role with airing. Gorgeously juicy mouthfeel brimming with energy lengthening a finish that consolidates its profound substance but also reveals surprising subtlety and delicacy. This 2018 is perhaps an atypical Calon Ségur in the context of recent vintages, but it joins the ranks of the great ones and should gain in elegance over time. Cellaring may be required for up to twenty-five years. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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€323.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2018 de Camensac has retained its attractive aromatics, needing just a little coaxing to reveal blackberry, bilberry, light marine scents and those iris petals that I remarked upon out of barrel. The palate is medium-bodied with good backbone and well-judged acidity. I admire the substance of this de Camensac, and there is wonderful salinity on the finish. This comes recommended and I can see it aging well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (VN (AG)) |
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€593.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)The 2018 Canon is every bit as magnificent from bottle as it was from barrel. Maybe more so. Vertical and explosive in the glass, Canon sizzles with tension and vibrancy. Readers will find a majestic, soaring Grand Cru Classé that captures all the magic of Saint-Émilion's limestone plateau. Canon exudes mind-blowing precision and deliciousness. It is another magnificent effort from Technical Director Nicolas Audebert and his team. |
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€211.00 |
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The Canon Chaigneau 2018 is an exquisite French wine, nurtured and produced in the esteemed vineyards of the Bordeaux region. Harvested from mature vines at the illustrious Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, this superior blend is an exemplification of winemakers, Nelly and Jean-François Chaigneau's unparalleled dedication to the art of wine-making. The Canon Chaigneau 2018 encompasses an impeccable balance of primarily Merlot and a small ratio of Cabernet Franc. Herein, the terroir's robust soils emerge aromatically in hints of blooming red fruits and whispers of vanilla undertone. Savoured on the palate is a gratifying richness neatly interwoven with suave tannins that alludes a harmoniously lengthy finish. The vintage's inherent complexity evolves and unfolds delectably with adequate cellaring, thereby promising an engaging and delightful experience for the wine enthusiast. Canon Chaigneau 2018 is a tasteful indulgence personifying the time-honoured tradition of Bordeaux's storied viticulture. Savour a bottle to experience this fine wine legacy at its finest. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 94-95 (JS) |
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€257.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)A rich and layered young Bordeaux with a solid center palate of ripe fruit and coated with ripe and polished tannins. Tightly wound ball now. Pretty texture and length to this. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 95-97 (WE) |
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€472.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95-97)This is a rich wine, full of generous black fruits and ripe tannins that give it both a powerful yet stylish nature. Its weight comes from the fine black fruit flavor, with fine acidity to the cut fruitiness. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | - |
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€185.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the sophisticated grandeur of Cap Saint George 2018. Born from the sun-kissed vineyards of Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France, this distinguished and thoroughly complex wine exhibits an opulent maturity and depth. Produced by esteemed wine-creator J.C.B Compagnie, the red blend truly reflects the mastery of experienced winemaking. The Cap Saint George 2018 is crafted from a meticulous vintage, favouring Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Its meticulous ageing in choice French Oak barrels ensures the interaction of the young wine with the wood, offering an aromatic and textural complexity. This produces a beautiful, full-bodied aesthetic giving notes of blackcurrant, plum, cedarwood and hints of spice. For those with a discerning palette, the Cap Saint George 2018 is a certain delight and makes for an unparalleled accompaniment to rich meats and cheeses. This is certainly an exceptional vino, sure to impress even the most discerning of connoisseurs. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92-94 (JD) |
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€151.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92-94)From the team at Calon Ségur, the 2018 Château Capbern is another smoking good Saint-Estèphe. In 2018 it’s a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot that will spend 18 months in 60% new French oak. This ripe, sexy wine (it hit 14.6% natural alcohol) sports a deep purple color as well as blockbuster notes of crème de cassis, jammy blackberries, crushed flowers, and scorched earth. Despite all the fruit and texture, it stays beautifully balanced, has classic Saint-Estèphe earthy minerality, ripe tannins, and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 13 | 90-93 (VN) |
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€228.00 |
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Vinous (90-93)Lemon confit, white flowers and mint are all laced throughout the 2017 Carmes de Rieussec. Fresh and light on its feet, with notable vibrancy, the Carmes hits all the right notes. The balance here is simply unreal, especially for a second wine. Picking a bit earlier and an increased emphasis in freshness is felt throughout the Rieussec range, but it is especially felt in the Carmes, a mid-weight, super-finessed wine that offers tons of depth while also staying light on its feet. |
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