France - All Red Wines
France stands as the epitome of excellence when it comes to crafting red wines that showcase the diversity of terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions.
In Bordeaux, the renowned Left Bank vineyards of Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion epitomize the artistry of winemaking. These prestigious estates craft red wines that blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, resulting in wines of depth, structure, and complexity. The wines from the Right Bank, such as those from Pétrus, Château Ausone, and Château Cheval Blanc, offer elegance, refinement, and a focus on Merlot as the dominant grape variety.
In Burgundy, the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune regions are home to iconic vineyards like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau. These vineyards produce world-renowned Pinot Noir wines that showcase finesse, complexity, and a captivating expression of their unique terroirs.
The Rhône Valley boasts appellations such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In Hermitage, producers like Jean-Louis Chave and Domaine Jean-Louis Grippat craft powerful and age-worthy Syrah-based wines with immense structure and complexity. Côte-Rôtie is known for its elegant and perfumed Syrah wines, while Châteauneuf-du-Pape combines a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre to create bold and full-bodied wines.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Chinon and Saumur-Champigny shine with exceptional Cabernet Franc wines. Producers such as Charles Joguet and Domaine Guiberteau showcase the region's ability to craft wines of finesse, with notes of red fruits, spice, and a characteristic herbal undertone.
Finally, in the south, the Languedoc-Roussillon region is celebrated for its bold and robust red wines. Vineyards like Mas de Daumas Gassac and Domaine Gauby produce powerful and expressive wines that highlight the region's warm climate and diverse terroirs.
France - All Red Wines
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€640.49 |
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This sublime Yves et Mathilde Gangloff Cote-Rotie La Barbarine 2011 is a composite of mastery, tradition, and finesse. Hailing from the renowned northern Rhône region of France, this elegant Syrah reflects the terroir's richness with its complex bouquet of dark fruit, spices, and floral undertones, punctuated by the subtle hint of oak influence. Vinified in the hands of the great Yves Gangloff, every drop reveals the meticulous process involving traditional winemaking techniques and barrel aging for a tenure of up to 22 months. The result is an aromatic soiree on the palate and an enduring finish that is seductively smooth, marking it as a testament to Gangloff's craftsmanship. Whether you're a discerning collector seeking exceptional vintages or simply fascinated by refined wines, the Yves et Mathilde Gangloff Cote-Rotie La Barbarine 2011 is an epitome of exuberance, elegance, and finesse that is waiting to grace your cellar. |
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Rhone | 4 | 94 (VN) |
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€532.93 |
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Vinous (94)Saturated magenta. Expansive aromas of ripe red and blue fruit, potpourri, incense and smoky minerals pick up a spicy nuance as the wine opens up. Broad and seamless in the mouth, displaying fine delineation to the sappy, mineral-drenched black raspberry, boysenberry, violet pastille and spicecake flavors. Shows a distinctly elegant character and finishes extremely long and sweet, with discreet tannins framing lingering blue fruit and floral notes. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€278.09 |
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Burgundy | 21 | - |
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€155.69 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€576.85 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€747.30 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€520.51 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which comes from Mazoyères, has a fragrant, peppermint-tinged bouquet that is more discreet than others I have tasted. You have to coax the aromas from their shell, touches of violet emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and finely tuned acidity. Quite dense and perhaps requiring a little more delineation and complexity to manifest on the conservative finish. It just needs to turn on the Charmes. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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€655.33 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€499.33 |
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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 | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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€1,899.73 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Only the second release of this cuvée (it was first produced in 2016 and will be produced in 2019 as well), the 2018 Château Angelus Hommage A Elisabeth Bouchet is 100% Cabernet Franc coming from a single parcel of vines averaging between 60-80 years in age. It was vinified in stainless steel and the aging spanned 18 months in new French oak. It's another magical wine from this château that somehow manages to marry serious power and richness with a sense of purity and elegance, as well as complexity, that's something to behold. Deep purple-hued, it offers a sensational array of blackcurrant and cassis fruits intermixed with truffle, spring flowers, and a subtle meaty, baking spice character that develops with time in the glass. Full-bodied on the palate, it's flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and an expansive, seamless, heavenly mouthfeel. Everything is in the right place, and it has perfectly integrated oak along with a gorgeous finish. There are just 849 bottles produced, with a few larger formats, so I expect this to be just about impossible to find in the marketplace (nor will it be cheap), but it's as fine a Saint-Emilion as has ever been made. It needs a decade of cellaring, and I suspect it will have 40-50 years of overall longevity. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€297.29 |
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Indulge your senses with the richness of Anglore Lirac 2018. This distinguished red wine emanates from the prestigious Anglore Estate, nestled in the famed terroirs of Southern Rhône valley, France. It's an organic, biodynamic wine meticulously produced by the expert winemaker, Eric Pfifferling. Known for his finesse, Eric has skilfully blended Grenache, Carignan and Mourvèdre grapes, aged in old barrels for a year, resulting in this exceptional Lirac vintage. The Anglore Lirac 2018 boasts an engaging nose of dark fruit and wild herbs, leading into a palate of intense richness. This lush wine demonstrates harmonious tannins and exhibits the perfect balance of acidity and opulence. Its natural, non-interventionist style makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a pure, unadulterated taste experience. The Anglore Lirac 2018 truly embodies the elegance and intensity of wines from the renowned Rhône valley, making it a deserving addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€519.73 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Clos de Vougeot Le Grand Maupertui Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet, maybe a little more compact than the Echézeaux. The grippy palate is medium-bodied and muscular compared to the Echézeaux, with dark berry fruit, touches of pain d’épices and a slightly savory finish. This will need time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€1,258.50 |
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Vinous (93)Deep red. Sappy aromas of black cherry, clove and chocolate. Rich, full and deep; wonderfully sweet and silky, if not quite as primary as the Clos Vougeot. Spectacular middle-palate fruit and layered texture. Finishes with very refined, sweet tannins and great palate-staining persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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€1,557.70 |
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Vinous (94+)Medium red, a bit less saturated than the Clos Vougeot. Deeper aromas of black raspberry, blueberry, flinty smoky minerality and pepper, along with a whiff of gamey reduction. Bigger, broader and sweeter than the Clos Vougeot, and amazingly supple and plump for a grand cru from this vintage, without any loss of shape. The back end is like a booster rocket of fruits and flowers, which cover the wine's acidity and noble tannins today. I'd love to taste this next to the Clos Vougeot in ten years' time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€766.48 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled experience offered by the exquisite Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957. This sensational Burgundy red, hailing from the world-renowned region of Richebourg in France, showcases the remarkable excellence and time-honoured traditions that Antonin Rodet has charmed the world with since 1875. This distinguished vintage owes its rich, complex flavours to the unique climatic conditions of 1957, skilfully captured by the year’s exceptional Pinot Noir harvest. Beneath its vibrant ruby hue, you’ll encounter an exceptional balance of robust structure and delicate silkiness. Discerning palates will delight in the Grand Cru's characteristic notes of red and black fruits, seasoned with intoxicating nuances of spices and truffles. Each bottle of Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957 embodies the seamless fusion of tradition and innovation that makes Antonin Rodet a master of viticulture. Indulge in the sublime finesse and time-tested splendour of this unparalleled Grand Cru. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€328.49 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru really captures the complexity and intellectual capacity of this propitious Premier Cru with beautifully defined, mineral-driven black fruit, touches of freshly rolled tobacco developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, sweet and candied with blueberry and cassis notes towards the sensual finish. It is a powerful Aux Combottes that just needs to evolve a touch more restraint and Pinoté, though that will develop with cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€855.29 |
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Esteemed wine enthusiasts will warmly welcome the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020, a quintessential Burgundy with a robust personality. Incorporated in 2015, Armand Heitz fashions these exquisite wines in Chambertin, unsurpassed amongst the Grand Cru Vineyards of Burgundy. The 2020 vintage is hand-harvested with meticulous care, ensuring only the finest grapes foster this dignified vin de terroir. Under the guidance of the virtuoso winemaker, Armand Heitz, this biodynamically grown Pinot Noir undergoes a traditional maturation in French oak barrels. Its sophistication is underlined by charming floral notes, harmoniously layered over deep, earth-infused fruits. The expressive palate of the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020 reveals impeccable depth, elegantly balanced by a supple texture. With titillating hints of raspberry, cassis, and cloves, it captivates from the first sip, guiding you through an enchanting journey of flavours, and settles into a lingering, riveting finish. Regarded as an 'iron fist in a velvet glove', this vintage promises a remarkable tasting experience for discerning wine aficionados. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€555.73 |
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Experience a veritable symphony of flavours with the distinguished and illustrious Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020. This exquisite vintage is a remarkable product of Burgundy’s acclaimed Côte de Nuits region, revered by connoisseurs worldwide. Loyal to terroir expression, Armand Heitz, the delightful genius behind this vibrant elixir, places enormous emphasis on meticulous vinification. His organic and biodynamic farming strategies couple with gentle extraction methods and ageing in French barrique, with only a minor percentage of new oak employed. The result is an extraordinary wine, embodying an enigmatic blend of precision, richness, and vibrancy. The Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 stands testament to Burgundian grandeur, teeming with aromatic complexity – alluring red fruit, earthy undertones, presumptuous spice notes, and a length that reverberates class and sophistication, making it the pièce de résistance of any cellar. It’s a liquid harmonisation of authenticity, ingenuity, and French finesse. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€8,307.73 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€6,333.73 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€5,734.49 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€6,465.73 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€4,209.73 |
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Vinous (95)Rousseau's 1995 Chambertin is bright, precise and wonderfully nuanced. There is a sense of translucent brilliance to the 1995 that is simply compelling. Sweet red berry fruit and floral notes show striking energy throughout. What a lovely Burgundy this is. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€4,269.73 |
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Vinous (97)A Burgundy of tension and bracing energy, the 1996 Rousseau Chambertin is simply magnificent on this night. Time in the glass brings out the wine's stunning inner sweetness and perfume in what is an utterly glorious expression of Pinot Noir and Chambertin. I imagine the 1996 will still be compelling in 30 years' time. Today is transcendental and deeply beautiful. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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€6,777.73 |
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Vinous (98)Yet another stunner, the 1999 Chambertin halts all conversation around the table. Muscular, dense and explosive, the 1999 is a vertical, imposing Burgundy that is also clearly built for the long haul. Even with all of its full-throttle, unrestrained power, the 1999 possesses captivating inner sweetness that soars out of the glass with remarkable purity. What a wine! |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€4,257.73 |
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Vinous (95)The 2000 Chambertin Grand Cru is youthful in appearance with just very slight bricking. The bouquet is well-defined with quite precocious red fruit laced with orange blossom and crushed stone, yet it does not possess the complexity of the preceding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, perfectly judged acidity, velvety, so much so that this is the one vintage that is quite Vosne-like in style. Coheres beautifully on the finish. No, not a top-ranking Chambertin from Rousseau, but so delicious. Tasted at the Rousseau Chambertin vertical at La Vienne. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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€3,507.73 |
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Vinous (98)This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€5,175.73 |
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Vinous (96)Rousseau's 2002 Chambertin is in the zone. Succulent, racy and open, the 2002 is ready to deliver pleasure. The purity of the fruit alone is striking. Even so, the 2002 is still very much at the early part of its first plateau of maturity, as the flavors remain very bright and fresh. In this vertical, the 2002 comes across as a wine of immediacy, with a bit less structure and overall energy than the very best vintages. I say that with some hesitation, as the 2002 is exceptional. It is just a little less exceptional than a few of the other wines in this vertical. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-95 (VN (ST)) |
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€3,525.73 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-95)Medium red. Precise, scented nose combines red cherry, minerals, stones, iron and rose petal. Penetrating, minerally and precise, with vibrant flavors of red cherry and raspberry. Conveys a real small-berry depth and intensity of flavor and offers great energy and verve. Not at all a fat style of 2003-or of Chambertin. Especially strong on the back half, finishing with terrific thrust and length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (BH) |
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€5,619.73 |
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Burghound (93)The difference between Chambertin and Clos de Bèze is sharply etched in as this is cooler, bigger, richer and more powerful though less elegant and with a more limited range of spices specifically and aromatic breadth in general. The medium full flavors are reserved, tight, precise and very pure with extraordinarily good punch and precision, all wrapped in a firm, dusty and linear finish. I particularly like the mouth coating quality of the flavors as there is ample dry extract here, which serves to perfectly buffer the firmly tannic spine. Outstanding stuff and while not a truly great Rousseau Chambertin, it's knocking on the door. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€530.00 |
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This sublime Yves et Mathilde Gangloff Cote-Rotie La Barbarine 2011 is a composite of mastery, tradition, and finesse. Hailing from the renowned northern Rhône region of France, this elegant Syrah reflects the terroir's richness with its complex bouquet of dark fruit, spices, and floral undertones, punctuated by the subtle hint of oak influence. Vinified in the hands of the great Yves Gangloff, every drop reveals the meticulous process involving traditional winemaking techniques and barrel aging for a tenure of up to 22 months. The result is an aromatic soiree on the palate and an enduring finish that is seductively smooth, marking it as a testament to Gangloff's craftsmanship. Whether you're a discerning collector seeking exceptional vintages or simply fascinated by refined wines, the Yves et Mathilde Gangloff Cote-Rotie La Barbarine 2011 is an epitome of exuberance, elegance, and finesse that is waiting to grace your cellar. |
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Rhone | 4 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€441.00 |
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Vinous (94)Saturated magenta. Expansive aromas of ripe red and blue fruit, potpourri, incense and smoky minerals pick up a spicy nuance as the wine opens up. Broad and seamless in the mouth, displaying fine delineation to the sappy, mineral-drenched black raspberry, boysenberry, violet pastille and spicecake flavors. Shows a distinctly elegant character and finishes extremely long and sweet, with discreet tannins framing lingering blue fruit and floral notes. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€228.00 |
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Burgundy | 21 | - |
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€126.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€477.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€619.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€430.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2018 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, which comes from Mazoyères, has a fragrant, peppermint-tinged bouquet that is more discreet than others I have tasted. You have to coax the aromas from their shell, touches of violet emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and finely tuned acidity. Quite dense and perhaps requiring a little more delineation and complexity to manifest on the conservative finish. It just needs to turn on the Charmes. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
€543.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JD) |
In Bond
€413.00 |
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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 | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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€1,580.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Only the second release of this cuvée (it was first produced in 2016 and will be produced in 2019 as well), the 2018 Château Angelus Hommage A Elisabeth Bouchet is 100% Cabernet Franc coming from a single parcel of vines averaging between 60-80 years in age. It was vinified in stainless steel and the aging spanned 18 months in new French oak. It's another magical wine from this château that somehow manages to marry serious power and richness with a sense of purity and elegance, as well as complexity, that's something to behold. Deep purple-hued, it offers a sensational array of blackcurrant and cassis fruits intermixed with truffle, spring flowers, and a subtle meaty, baking spice character that develops with time in the glass. Full-bodied on the palate, it's flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and an expansive, seamless, heavenly mouthfeel. Everything is in the right place, and it has perfectly integrated oak along with a gorgeous finish. There are just 849 bottles produced, with a few larger formats, so I expect this to be just about impossible to find in the marketplace (nor will it be cheap), but it's as fine a Saint-Emilion as has ever been made. It needs a decade of cellaring, and I suspect it will have 40-50 years of overall longevity. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€244.00 |
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Indulge your senses with the richness of Anglore Lirac 2018. This distinguished red wine emanates from the prestigious Anglore Estate, nestled in the famed terroirs of Southern Rhône valley, France. It's an organic, biodynamic wine meticulously produced by the expert winemaker, Eric Pfifferling. Known for his finesse, Eric has skilfully blended Grenache, Carignan and Mourvèdre grapes, aged in old barrels for a year, resulting in this exceptional Lirac vintage. The Anglore Lirac 2018 boasts an engaging nose of dark fruit and wild herbs, leading into a palate of intense richness. This lush wine demonstrates harmonious tannins and exhibits the perfect balance of acidity and opulence. Its natural, non-interventionist style makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a pure, unadulterated taste experience. The Anglore Lirac 2018 truly embodies the elegance and intensity of wines from the renowned Rhône valley, making it a deserving addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
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€430.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)The 2019 Clos de Vougeot Le Grand Maupertui Grand Cru has a fragrant bouquet, maybe a little more compact than the Echézeaux. The grippy palate is medium-bodied and muscular compared to the Echézeaux, with dark berry fruit, touches of pain d’épices and a slightly savory finish. This will need time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€1,045.00 |
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Vinous (93)Deep red. Sappy aromas of black cherry, clove and chocolate. Rich, full and deep; wonderfully sweet and silky, if not quite as primary as the Clos Vougeot. Spectacular middle-palate fruit and layered texture. Finishes with very refined, sweet tannins and great palate-staining persistence. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94+ (VN) |
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€1,295.00 |
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Vinous (94+)Medium red, a bit less saturated than the Clos Vougeot. Deeper aromas of black raspberry, blueberry, flinty smoky minerality and pepper, along with a whiff of gamey reduction. Bigger, broader and sweeter than the Clos Vougeot, and amazingly supple and plump for a grand cru from this vintage, without any loss of shape. The back end is like a booster rocket of fruits and flowers, which cover the wine's acidity and noble tannins today. I'd love to taste this next to the Clos Vougeot in ten years' time. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€635.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled experience offered by the exquisite Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957. This sensational Burgundy red, hailing from the world-renowned region of Richebourg in France, showcases the remarkable excellence and time-honoured traditions that Antonin Rodet has charmed the world with since 1875. This distinguished vintage owes its rich, complex flavours to the unique climatic conditions of 1957, skilfully captured by the year’s exceptional Pinot Noir harvest. Beneath its vibrant ruby hue, you’ll encounter an exceptional balance of robust structure and delicate silkiness. Discerning palates will delight in the Grand Cru's characteristic notes of red and black fruits, seasoned with intoxicating nuances of spices and truffles. Each bottle of Antonin Rodet Richebourg Grand Cru 1957 embodies the seamless fusion of tradition and innovation that makes Antonin Rodet a master of viticulture. Indulge in the sublime finesse and time-tested splendour of this unparalleled Grand Cru. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
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€270.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru really captures the complexity and intellectual capacity of this propitious Premier Cru with beautifully defined, mineral-driven black fruit, touches of freshly rolled tobacco developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, sweet and candied with blueberry and cassis notes towards the sensual finish. It is a powerful Aux Combottes that just needs to evolve a touch more restraint and Pinoté, though that will develop with cellaring. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€709.00 |
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Esteemed wine enthusiasts will warmly welcome the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020, a quintessential Burgundy with a robust personality. Incorporated in 2015, Armand Heitz fashions these exquisite wines in Chambertin, unsurpassed amongst the Grand Cru Vineyards of Burgundy. The 2020 vintage is hand-harvested with meticulous care, ensuring only the finest grapes foster this dignified vin de terroir. Under the guidance of the virtuoso winemaker, Armand Heitz, this biodynamically grown Pinot Noir undergoes a traditional maturation in French oak barrels. Its sophistication is underlined by charming floral notes, harmoniously layered over deep, earth-infused fruits. The expressive palate of the Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru 2020 reveals impeccable depth, elegantly balanced by a supple texture. With titillating hints of raspberry, cassis, and cloves, it captivates from the first sip, guiding you through an enchanting journey of flavours, and settles into a lingering, riveting finish. Regarded as an 'iron fist in a velvet glove', this vintage promises a remarkable tasting experience for discerning wine aficionados. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€460.00 |
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Experience a veritable symphony of flavours with the distinguished and illustrious Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020. This exquisite vintage is a remarkable product of Burgundy’s acclaimed Côte de Nuits region, revered by connoisseurs worldwide. Loyal to terroir expression, Armand Heitz, the delightful genius behind this vibrant elixir, places enormous emphasis on meticulous vinification. His organic and biodynamic farming strategies couple with gentle extraction methods and ageing in French barrique, with only a minor percentage of new oak employed. The result is an extraordinary wine, embodying an enigmatic blend of precision, richness, and vibrancy. The Armand Heitz Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 stands testament to Burgundian grandeur, teeming with aromatic complexity – alluring red fruit, earthy undertones, presumptuous spice notes, and a length that reverberates class and sophistication, making it the pièce de résistance of any cellar. It’s a liquid harmonisation of authenticity, ingenuity, and French finesse. |
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€6,920.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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€5,275.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 1988 Chambertin Grand Cru from Rousseau offers up a complex and pristine bouquet of red and black berries, grilled meat, wood smoke and cedary wood. On the palate, the wine is medium-full, with a firm but fine chassis of tannin and taut but integrated signature 1988 acidity—structural elements framing a Chambertin of great depth and intensity. This is not as ample or authoritative as the very greatest vintages, but in terms of balance, complexity and concentration, it doesn't miss a beat. |
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Vinous (95)Rousseau's 1995 Chambertin is bright, precise and wonderfully nuanced. There is a sense of translucent brilliance to the 1995 that is simply compelling. Sweet red berry fruit and floral notes show striking energy throughout. What a lovely Burgundy this is. |
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€3,555.00 |
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Vinous (97)A Burgundy of tension and bracing energy, the 1996 Rousseau Chambertin is simply magnificent on this night. Time in the glass brings out the wine's stunning inner sweetness and perfume in what is an utterly glorious expression of Pinot Noir and Chambertin. I imagine the 1996 will still be compelling in 30 years' time. Today is transcendental and deeply beautiful. |
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Vinous (98)Yet another stunner, the 1999 Chambertin halts all conversation around the table. Muscular, dense and explosive, the 1999 is a vertical, imposing Burgundy that is also clearly built for the long haul. Even with all of its full-throttle, unrestrained power, the 1999 possesses captivating inner sweetness that soars out of the glass with remarkable purity. What a wine! |
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€3,545.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2000 Chambertin Grand Cru is youthful in appearance with just very slight bricking. The bouquet is well-defined with quite precocious red fruit laced with orange blossom and crushed stone, yet it does not possess the complexity of the preceding vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, perfectly judged acidity, velvety, so much so that this is the one vintage that is quite Vosne-like in style. Coheres beautifully on the finish. No, not a top-ranking Chambertin from Rousseau, but so delicious. Tasted at the Rousseau Chambertin vertical at La Vienne. |
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Vinous (98)This is the finest bottle of Rousseau's 2001 Chambertin I have ever had. With each taste, the 2001nhas something new to say. At times, it is the aromatics that stand out. In other moments, the wine's structure, energy and overall complexity are totally alluring. Dark and brooding, with compelling inner sweetness, the 2001 simply can't be denied. It is utterly profound. It is as simple as that. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€4,310.00 |
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Vinous (96)Rousseau's 2002 Chambertin is in the zone. Succulent, racy and open, the 2002 is ready to deliver pleasure. The purity of the fruit alone is striking. Even so, the 2002 is still very much at the early part of its first plateau of maturity, as the flavors remain very bright and fresh. In this vertical, the 2002 comes across as a wine of immediacy, with a bit less structure and overall energy than the very best vintages. I say that with some hesitation, as the 2002 is exceptional. It is just a little less exceptional than a few of the other wines in this vertical. |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (92-95)Medium red. Precise, scented nose combines red cherry, minerals, stones, iron and rose petal. Penetrating, minerally and precise, with vibrant flavors of red cherry and raspberry. Conveys a real small-berry depth and intensity of flavor and offers great energy and verve. Not at all a fat style of 2003-or of Chambertin. Especially strong on the back half, finishing with terrific thrust and length. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (BH) |
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€4,680.00 |
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Burghound (93)The difference between Chambertin and Clos de Bèze is sharply etched in as this is cooler, bigger, richer and more powerful though less elegant and with a more limited range of spices specifically and aromatic breadth in general. The medium full flavors are reserved, tight, precise and very pure with extraordinarily good punch and precision, all wrapped in a firm, dusty and linear finish. I particularly like the mouth coating quality of the flavors as there is ample dry extract here, which serves to perfectly buffer the firmly tannic spine. Outstanding stuff and while not a truly great Rousseau Chambertin, it's knocking on the door. |
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