Appellation
Appellation
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James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?Inc. TAX€98.20 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?Inc. TAX€560.39 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?Inc. TAX€407.99 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.Inc. TAX€561.12 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.Inc. TAX€193.04 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.Inc. TAX€459.12 -
(12x75cl) 2022James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.Inc. TAX€1,305.07 -
James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.Inc. TAX€1,219.87 -
James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.Inc. TAX€534.94 -
(12x75cl) 2023
James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.Inc. TAX€966.12 -
(3x150cl) 2023James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.Inc. TAX€476.14 -
James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.Inc. TAX€406.54 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
One of the more overt reds of the vintage, the 2014 Gazin Rocquencourt is plump, juicy and expressive. Super-ripe red cherry, pomegranate, spice, new leather and rose petal give the wine its dark, succulent personality and soft contours. Smoke, sweet floral notes and grilled herbs add attractive aromatic top notes, but in 2014, Gazin is all about fruit intensity and suppleness. This is an especially racy, voluptuous Pessac-Leognan that is ready to deliver tons of pleasure with minimal cellaring. It is not particularly complex, but it offers striking upfront sexiness. In 2014 the blend is equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This is a terrific showing from the Bonnie family and consulting winemaker Michel Rolland. Tasted three times.Inc. TAX€383.76 -
Delighting true connoisseurs, the Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 is an exquisite testament to fine French winemaking. This stellar white Bordeaux, hails from the revered Château Gazin Rocquencourt in Pessac-Léognan, renowned for its grand ‘terroir’ attributing excellent growing conditions. The Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 offers finesse and elegance, revealing intense aromas of citrus, white fruits and a charming hint of oak. It's a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon, matured for 12 months in oak barrels crafting a refreshing and balanced palatal experience. Talent behind the wine is producer Thomas Bertrand Gazin, stemming from a family imbued with winemaking mastery. Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 impresses with its undertones of minerality, its well-constructed body and the echoed nuances of its terroir. Savour each sip of this finely-crafted wine, promising a remarkable display of depth, complexity and extraordinary longevity in the bottle.
Inc. TAX€345.07 -
George 7 2021 is a sublime expression of meticulous craftsmanship from the esteemed George Vineyards in the heart of Bordeaux. Handpicked from the finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, this vintage undergoes a delicate fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, preserving its vibrant fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, allowing it to develop its complex structure and nuanced flavours. The George 7 2021 presents a deep garnet hue, unveiling aromas of ripe blackcurrants, subtle hints of tobacco, and elegant spice undertones. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of rich tannins and silky textures, culminating in a long, refined finish. Crafted by the renowned vintner George, whose dedication to quality and tradition is evident in every bottle, George 7 2021 is a quintessential choice for discerning enthusiasts seeking sophistication and excellence in their fine wine collection.
Inc. TAX€142.75 -
(12x75cl) 1990Discover the legacy of the exquisite Gilette 1990, a sultry French dessert wine for true connoisseurs. As a product of the famous Gilette winery situated in the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, this exceptional vintage is a testament to the masterful blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Crafted in a uniquely remote microclimate, Gilette 1990 modelled a classic, alluring taste profile by allowing the noble rot, an organically occurring fungi, to concentrate the sugars in the grapes. The result is an opulent, rich wine, revealing luscious peach, honey, and candied citrus notes, harmonised with a tantalising, endless finish.
With almost three decades of maturation, Gilette 1990 maintains impressively high scores in eminent wine publications, earning its status as a beloved icon within the fine wine industry. Together with its distinctive taste, the Gilette 1990 is famed for its scarcity, ensuring that each bottle signifies an unrepeatable experience of refined indulgence.
Inc. TAX€3,044.36 -
(6x75cl) 2011Wine Advocate (90)
This experimental, concentrated, 100% Merlot from a vineyard planted with 10,000 vines per hectare, is treated like a pampered child in its viticulture, fermentation and upbringing in barrel. Made by the Despagne family, this luxury cuvee has been a brilliant success in just about every vintage they have released to date. The 2011 is a big, robust effort whose exuberant tannins, which are not fully integrated, suggest caution may be needed. Loaded with sweet, rich, chocolaty berry fruit intermixed with graphite and vanilla notes, it still reveals some new oak, so some additional time in the bottle is warranted. It is hard to believe that a wine that carries a Bordeaux appellation exhibits the courage and visionary zeal needed to produce something like this. This offering should drink well for a decade, but the tannins need to be better integrated for it to fully merit an outstanding score.Inc. TAX€280.54 -
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(1x300cl) 1982Inc. TAX€652.62 -
(12x75cl) 2004Wine Enthusiast (93)
92-94 Château Giscours. A delicious, fresh wine, with some new wood, good red and black fruits, ripe tannins and some dense character. The aftertaste leaves fresh acidity.Inc. TAX€810.37 -
Wine Enthusiast (93)
92-94 Château Giscours. A delicious, fresh wine, with some new wood, good red and black fruits, ripe tannins and some dense character. The aftertaste leaves fresh acidity.Inc. TAX€121.69 -
Wine Enthusiast (94)
After initial tastings suggested there was too much tannin, the wine has undergone a welcome transformation. It has become powerful and ripe, deliciously sumptuous, allying the tannins with densely ripe, sweet black fruits. It keeps its sense of balance, but all this density gives aging potential.Inc. TAX€889.46 -
James Suckling (95)
Aromas of blueberries, blackberries and flowers. Very beautiful. Full body, with a solid core of fruit and firm tannins. Balanced and refined. This is ultra-refined. Best wine from here since 1970. One of the great values of the vintage. Best after 2018.Inc. TAX€1,004.66 -
James Suckling (91)
A fresh and clean red with bright acidity and lively fruit. Medium to full body, fine tannins and lively finish. Beautiful intensity on the finish for the vintage. Delicate. Drink or hold.Inc. TAX€604.37 -
James Suckling (95)
Blueberries, tar and licorice on the nose. Full-bodied, solid and dense. Velvety tannins. Long finish. Down on this! Needs at least two or three years to soften.Inc. TAX€760.56 -
James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.Inc. TAX€887.26 -
(1x600cl) 2015James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.Inc. TAX€1,023.13 -
James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.Inc. TAX€492.23 -
James Suckling (96)
This has attractive, glossy, ripe red-plum and licorice aromas with cedar, flowers and red berries, as well as a stony edge. A very fragrant, cabernet-driven nose. The palate has elegance and grace with sleek and charming, balanced style and a discreet tannin structure that holds the finish long and fresh. A blend of 81 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 19 per cent merlot. Try from 2023.Inc. TAX€442.32 -
Decanter (95)
Soft and a touch earth on the attack but pulls itself together to show firmly in-control tannins. There is a natural austerity offset by a clear punch of redcurrant, raspberry and autumnal fruits. Good freshness, softened by smoked cedar on the finish. Reminds me of an early stage 2011, and this wine in 2017 seems set to age just as gracefully in the end.Inc. TAX€692.66
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James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?In Bond€78.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?In Bond€444.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is really fantastic with so much intensity and focus. Firm, linear tannins frame the wine beautifully. Polished and fine. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and posed. Complex flavors of blackberry, black olive, mushroom and bark. Persistent finish. Best of the trilogy?In Bond€317.00 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.In Bond€447.00 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.In Bond€154.00 -
James Suckling (92-93)
Firm, grainy tannins accompany the core of black fruit and bark. Medium-bodied. Stone character. Mineral, with tangy acidity.In Bond€362.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.In Bond€1,040.00 -
James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.In Bond€969.00 -
James Suckling (97)
This is really fresh and refined with so much class for the vintage with blackberries, blueberries, violets and minerals. Some coffee beans. Medium- to full-bodied, this has ultrafine tannins and a long and persistent finish. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Drink after 2030.In Bond€422.00 -
(12x75cl) 2023
James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.In Bond€759.00 -
(3x150cl) 2023
James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.In Bond€373.00 -
James Suckling (95-96)
Very classy, with a crushed-stone and terra-cotta highlight to the blackberry, chocolate and hazelnut character. It’s medium-bodied with a personality that grows on the finish and delivers intensity and length at the end. Very long. Very structured. We will see which is better, 2022 or 2023.In Bond€315.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
One of the more overt reds of the vintage, the 2014 Gazin Rocquencourt is plump, juicy and expressive. Super-ripe red cherry, pomegranate, spice, new leather and rose petal give the wine its dark, succulent personality and soft contours. Smoke, sweet floral notes and grilled herbs add attractive aromatic top notes, but in 2014, Gazin is all about fruit intensity and suppleness. This is an especially racy, voluptuous Pessac-Leognan that is ready to deliver tons of pleasure with minimal cellaring. It is not particularly complex, but it offers striking upfront sexiness. In 2014 the blend is equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This is a terrific showing from the Bonnie family and consulting winemaker Michel Rolland. Tasted three times.In Bond€277.00 -
Delighting true connoisseurs, the Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 is an exquisite testament to fine French winemaking. This stellar white Bordeaux, hails from the revered Château Gazin Rocquencourt in Pessac-Léognan, renowned for its grand ‘terroir’ attributing excellent growing conditions. The Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 offers finesse and elegance, revealing intense aromas of citrus, white fruits and a charming hint of oak. It's a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon, matured for 12 months in oak barrels crafting a refreshing and balanced palatal experience. Talent behind the wine is producer Thomas Bertrand Gazin, stemming from a family imbued with winemaking mastery. Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 impresses with its undertones of minerality, its well-constructed body and the echoed nuances of its terroir. Savour each sip of this finely-crafted wine, promising a remarkable display of depth, complexity and extraordinary longevity in the bottle.
In Bond€240.00 -
George 7 2021 is a sublime expression of meticulous craftsmanship from the esteemed George Vineyards in the heart of Bordeaux. Handpicked from the finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, this vintage undergoes a delicate fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, preserving its vibrant fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, allowing it to develop its complex structure and nuanced flavours. The George 7 2021 presents a deep garnet hue, unveiling aromas of ripe blackcurrants, subtle hints of tobacco, and elegant spice undertones. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of rich tannins and silky textures, culminating in a long, refined finish. Crafted by the renowned vintner George, whose dedication to quality and tradition is evident in every bottle, George 7 2021 is a quintessential choice for discerning enthusiasts seeking sophistication and excellence in their fine wine collection.
In Bond€115.00 -
(12x75cl) 1990
Discover the legacy of the exquisite Gilette 1990, a sultry French dessert wine for true connoisseurs. As a product of the famous Gilette winery situated in the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, this exceptional vintage is a testament to the masterful blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Crafted in a uniquely remote microclimate, Gilette 1990 modelled a classic, alluring taste profile by allowing the noble rot, an organically occurring fungi, to concentrate the sugars in the grapes. The result is an opulent, rich wine, revealing luscious peach, honey, and candied citrus notes, harmonised with a tantalising, endless finish.
With almost three decades of maturation, Gilette 1990 maintains impressively high scores in eminent wine publications, earning its status as a beloved icon within the fine wine industry. Together with its distinctive taste, the Gilette 1990 is famed for its scarcity, ensuring that each bottle signifies an unrepeatable experience of refined indulgence.
In Bond€2,500.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011
Wine Advocate (90)
This experimental, concentrated, 100% Merlot from a vineyard planted with 10,000 vines per hectare, is treated like a pampered child in its viticulture, fermentation and upbringing in barrel. Made by the Despagne family, this luxury cuvee has been a brilliant success in just about every vintage they have released to date. The 2011 is a big, robust effort whose exuberant tannins, which are not fully integrated, suggest caution may be needed. Loaded with sweet, rich, chocolaty berry fruit intermixed with graphite and vanilla notes, it still reveals some new oak, so some additional time in the bottle is warranted. It is hard to believe that a wine that carries a Bordeaux appellation exhibits the courage and visionary zeal needed to produce something like this. This offering should drink well for a decade, but the tannins need to be better integrated for it to fully merit an outstanding score.In Bond€210.00 -
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(1x300cl) 1982In Bond€528.00
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(12x75cl) 2004
Wine Enthusiast (93)
92-94 Château Giscours. A delicious, fresh wine, with some new wood, good red and black fruits, ripe tannins and some dense character. The aftertaste leaves fresh acidity.In Bond€638.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (93)
92-94 Château Giscours. A delicious, fresh wine, with some new wood, good red and black fruits, ripe tannins and some dense character. The aftertaste leaves fresh acidity.In Bond€98.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (94)
After initial tastings suggested there was too much tannin, the wine has undergone a welcome transformation. It has become powerful and ripe, deliciously sumptuous, allying the tannins with densely ripe, sweet black fruits. It keeps its sense of balance, but all this density gives aging potential.In Bond€700.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Aromas of blueberries, blackberries and flowers. Very beautiful. Full body, with a solid core of fruit and firm tannins. Balanced and refined. This is ultra-refined. Best wine from here since 1970. One of the great values of the vintage. Best after 2018.In Bond€796.00 -
James Suckling (91)
A fresh and clean red with bright acidity and lively fruit. Medium to full body, fine tannins and lively finish. Beautiful intensity on the finish for the vintage. Delicate. Drink or hold.In Bond€459.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Blueberries, tar and licorice on the nose. Full-bodied, solid and dense. Velvety tannins. Long finish. Down on this! Needs at least two or three years to soften.In Bond€591.00 -
James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.In Bond€695.00 -
(1x600cl) 2015
James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.In Bond€827.00 -
James Suckling (96)
Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with effortless depth and length. A standout wine. Try from 2022.In Bond€388.00 -
James Suckling (96)
This has attractive, glossy, ripe red-plum and licorice aromas with cedar, flowers and red berries, as well as a stony edge. A very fragrant, cabernet-driven nose. The palate has elegance and grace with sleek and charming, balanced style and a discreet tannin structure that holds the finish long and fresh. A blend of 81 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 19 per cent merlot. Try from 2023.In Bond€348.00 -
Decanter (95)
Soft and a touch earth on the attack but pulls itself together to show firmly in-control tannins. There is a natural austerity offset by a clear punch of redcurrant, raspberry and autumnal fruits. Good freshness, softened by smoked cedar on the finish. Reminds me of an early stage 2011, and this wine in 2017 seems set to age just as gracefully in the end.In Bond€536.00
