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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€482.36 |
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Vinous (93)Vivid ruby. Smoky blackberry, cherry-cola, violet pastille, licorice and mineral aromas are complemented by a spicy cracked pepper nuance. Ripe, palate-coating black and blue fruit, olive paste and spicecake flavors show sharp focus, and a sweet hint of cola builds in the glass. Supple and broad on the long, spicy finish, which is framed by smooth, slowly building tannins. |
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Rhone | 9 | 92 (WA) |
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€697.87 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2005 Hermitage has a stern edge to its tannins even now. Leather and roasted red berries appear on the nose, while the full-bodied palate is clearly concentrated and ripe, just also firm, with wooly tannins on the lingering finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (TA) |
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€1,089.36 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)All destemmed, aged for 18 months in demi-muids. Remarkable aromatic finesse already, boding well for the future; it majors on rich, ripe fruit rather than oak. Very full and rounded, but full of life and energy, this is buzzing with vitality. It has fresh, lip-smacking acidity and tannin, and a very long finish. A fantastic balance between freshness, concentration and pure, regal Hermitage fruit. Whatever style of Hermitage you like, this shouldn’t disappoint - it has depth and power as well as finesse. Very impressive, complete wine. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (DC) |
Inc. TAX
€162.48 |
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Decanter (96)From vines on clay-limestone soils in lieux dits Beaumes and Diognières, the fruit is fermented in concrete than aged for 18 months in demi-muids, 30% new and 70% second use. Rosemary and juniper sit amongst lifted blackberry and black cherry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet very fresh and lively, without excess oak or extraction. It buzzes with energy; lifted and drinkable. Really fresh, precise and crisp tannins lead to a long, saline and dynamic finish. A good year for Domaine du Colombier. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (DC) |
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€467.03 |
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Decanter (96)From vines on clay-limestone soils in lieux dits Beaumes and Diognières, the fruit is fermented in concrete than aged for 18 months in demi-muids, 30% new and 70% second use. Rosemary and juniper sit amongst lifted blackberry and black cherry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet very fresh and lively, without excess oak or extraction. It buzzes with energy; lifted and drinkable. Really fresh, precise and crisp tannins lead to a long, saline and dynamic finish. A good year for Domaine du Colombier. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€100.60 |
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Vinous (95)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent dark berry preserve, floral pastille, botanical herb and olive aromas are complemented by hints of woodsmoke, licorice and pipe tobacco. Round and expansive in the mouth, offering appealingly sweet, mineral- and spice-accented blackberry, cherry-cola and candied violet flavors and a bitter chocolate nuance. Closes chewy, smoky and impressively long, with lingering spiciness and youthfully firm tannins. The balance of weight and energy here is superb. |
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Rhone | 2 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€509.99 |
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Vinous (95)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent dark berry preserve, floral pastille, botanical herb and olive aromas are complemented by hints of woodsmoke, licorice and pipe tobacco. Round and expansive in the mouth, offering appealingly sweet, mineral- and spice-accented blackberry, cherry-cola and candied violet flavors and a bitter chocolate nuance. Closes chewy, smoky and impressively long, with lingering spiciness and youthfully firm tannins. The balance of weight and energy here is superb. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€454.21 |
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Vinous (95)Inky ruby color. Powerful, mineral-accented black and blue fruit liqueur, incense, smoky bacon and potpourri aromas take on exotic spice and licorice nuances with air. Sappy, focused and deeply concentrated yet surprisingly lively as well, offering alluringly sweet blueberry, cassis, cherry-vanilla and candied violet flavors that are given back-end cut by building mineral and black pepper flourishes. The mineral and floral notes drive an extremely long, well-delineated finish, where dusty tannins provide shape and final grip. |
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Rhone | 6 | 96 (VN) |
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€741.36 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€101.48 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€414.48 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€123.08 |
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Rhone | 2 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€976.56 |
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Vinous (93)Saturated magenta. Displays incisive red and dark berry scents that are complemented by suggestions of succulent flowers, baking spices and cracked pepper. Shows fine definition and mineral lift to its juicy cherry, black raspberry and spicecake flavors, which deepen slowly through the back half. Finishes long and gently chewy, with repeating spiciness and well-knit tannins. |
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Corsica | 3 | - |
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€518.63 |
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Discover the distinctive experience of Comte Abbatucci Cuvee Collection Ministre Imperial 2022. This vintage originates from the prestigious vineyards in the heart of the Corsican region of France, meticulously maintained by the Abbatucci estate. Honouring generations of winemaking excellence and ecological sustainability, the wine is produced from an intriguing blend of indigenous grape varieties and follows a rigorous biodynamic methodology. Exemplifying the trademark Abbatucci style, the 2022 Ministre Imperial offers an elegant medley of complex flavours and enchanting fragrance. The rich, velvety bouquet is brimming with notes of ripe black fruits interwoven with delicate nuances of spice, underlined by a subtle minerality. This fine wine reveals its character ideally after lingering in a decanter, offering a harmonious balance of structure and depth that true connoisseurs will greatly appreciate. Sip and savour the opulent indulgence that Comte Abbatucci Cuvee Collection Ministre Imperial 2022 promises. |
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Corsica | 6 | - |
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€488.14 |
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Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 is a distinguished wine hailing from the idyllic vineyards of Corsica, France. Crafted by the esteemed producer, Domaine Comte Abbatucci, this supreme creation exemplifies rich heritage with innovative winemaking practices. The vineyard's unique biodynamic farming, coupled with the use of indigenous grape varieties like Sciacarello and Niellucciu, extols traditional Corsican viticulture. This fine wine undergoes natural yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks before being aged in oak barrels, resulting in a wine of astounding depth and complexity. The Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 bears an exceptional crimson hue, offering an intricate bouquet of red fruits, spice, And earthy undertones. The palate reveals a brilliantly balanced acidity, supple tannins, and an enduring finish, rendering an unparallel tasting experience. This wine undoubtedly is a testament to Domaine Comte Abbatucci's commitment to quality, promising a bottle that signifies the sheer essence of exceptional Corsican winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€106.75 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€135.08 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, which is a blend of 60% Breterins and 40% Les Bas des Duresses close to Monthélie, had received a bit of SO2 a week before my visit and was due to be transferred into tank for around two months. It contains 10% whole bunch fruit this year and sees 20% new oak. It has a sensual bouquet with black cherries, raspberry and confit fruit all with fine delineation. The tannins here are finer than the village cru as you would expect, the acidity nicely judged (3.4 pH) with a poised and tensile finish that delivers a welcome salinity on the finish. This comes highly recommended and is certainly one of the best 2015s that I have encountered from the appellation. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (DC) |
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€343.43 |
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Decanter (92)Comte Armand's premier cru blend comes from two sites - Les Bréterins and Bas des Duresses - which are combined in more or less equal proportions to produce this sturdy, firm, serious Auxey red. It's sappy and structured with well-integrated 20% new wood. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 17 (JR) |
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€300.23 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Pale blueish crimson. Lively and racy with real lift, though a tad rawer than the Clos des Epeneaux. A very serious Côte de Beaune by any measure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€291.59 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2019 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, a blend of two vineyards Les Beautrains and Les Bas des Duresses as usual, matured in around 25% new oak. It has a refined bouquet with a little more purity and sensuality compared to the Auxey Village. The palate is well balanced with gentle grip on the entry, quite rich but fresh in style with candied orange peel infusing the mixture of black and blueberry fruit. Crunchy, almost brittle texture towards the finish which is surprising given the type of growing season. Recommended. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 94 (DC) |
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€275.99 |
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Decanter (94)Ripe, concentrated currant and plum fruit, with hints of smoke, mineral and leather on the nose, plus firm but finely-grained tannins balanced with fresh acidity, delivering a wine that's both exuberantly fruity yet structured and long. Blended from two lieux-dits: 60% Bretérins and 40% Bas de Duresses. This wine is always a standout in the portfolio and it is terrific in 2020. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€356.00 |
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Vinous (93)Vivid ruby. Smoky blackberry, cherry-cola, violet pastille, licorice and mineral aromas are complemented by a spicy cracked pepper nuance. Ripe, palate-coating black and blue fruit, olive paste and spicecake flavors show sharp focus, and a sweet hint of cola builds in the glass. Supple and broad on the long, spicy finish, which is framed by smooth, slowly building tannins. |
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Rhone | 9 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
€534.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2005 Hermitage has a stern edge to its tannins even now. Leather and roasted red berries appear on the nose, while the full-bodied palate is clearly concentrated and ripe, just also firm, with wooly tannins on the lingering finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (TA) |
In Bond
€865.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (96)All destemmed, aged for 18 months in demi-muids. Remarkable aromatic finesse already, boding well for the future; it majors on rich, ripe fruit rather than oak. Very full and rounded, but full of life and energy, this is buzzing with vitality. It has fresh, lip-smacking acidity and tannin, and a very long finish. A fantastic balance between freshness, concentration and pure, regal Hermitage fruit. Whatever style of Hermitage you like, this shouldn’t disappoint - it has depth and power as well as finesse. Very impressive, complete wine. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
€128.00 |
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Decanter (96)From vines on clay-limestone soils in lieux dits Beaumes and Diognières, the fruit is fermented in concrete than aged for 18 months in demi-muids, 30% new and 70% second use. Rosemary and juniper sit amongst lifted blackberry and black cherry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet very fresh and lively, without excess oak or extraction. It buzzes with energy; lifted and drinkable. Really fresh, precise and crisp tannins lead to a long, saline and dynamic finish. A good year for Domaine du Colombier. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (DC) |
In Bond
€367.00 |
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Decanter (96)From vines on clay-limestone soils in lieux dits Beaumes and Diognières, the fruit is fermented in concrete than aged for 18 months in demi-muids, 30% new and 70% second use. Rosemary and juniper sit amongst lifted blackberry and black cherry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet very fresh and lively, without excess oak or extraction. It buzzes with energy; lifted and drinkable. Really fresh, precise and crisp tannins lead to a long, saline and dynamic finish. A good year for Domaine du Colombier. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€80.00 |
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Vinous (95)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent dark berry preserve, floral pastille, botanical herb and olive aromas are complemented by hints of woodsmoke, licorice and pipe tobacco. Round and expansive in the mouth, offering appealingly sweet, mineral- and spice-accented blackberry, cherry-cola and candied violet flavors and a bitter chocolate nuance. Closes chewy, smoky and impressively long, with lingering spiciness and youthfully firm tannins. The balance of weight and energy here is superb. |
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Rhone | 2 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€402.00 |
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Vinous (95)Glass-staining ruby. Pungent dark berry preserve, floral pastille, botanical herb and olive aromas are complemented by hints of woodsmoke, licorice and pipe tobacco. Round and expansive in the mouth, offering appealingly sweet, mineral- and spice-accented blackberry, cherry-cola and candied violet flavors and a bitter chocolate nuance. Closes chewy, smoky and impressively long, with lingering spiciness and youthfully firm tannins. The balance of weight and energy here is superb. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€356.00 |
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Vinous (95)Inky ruby color. Powerful, mineral-accented black and blue fruit liqueur, incense, smoky bacon and potpourri aromas take on exotic spice and licorice nuances with air. Sappy, focused and deeply concentrated yet surprisingly lively as well, offering alluringly sweet blueberry, cassis, cherry-vanilla and candied violet flavors that are given back-end cut by building mineral and black pepper flourishes. The mineral and floral notes drive an extremely long, well-delineated finish, where dusty tannins provide shape and final grip. |
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Rhone | 6 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€575.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€81.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€324.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque violet color. A highly fragrant bouquet evokes fresh black and blue fruits, exotic spices, olive, pipe tobacco and candied flowers; a smoky mineral note builds as the wine opens up. Juicy and sharply focused on the mineral-inflected palate, offering intense, mineral-accented boysenberry, bitter cherry, licorice and violet pastille flavors with a touch of vanilla. The floral note comes back strong on the impressively long finish, which features youthfully grippy tannins and lingering spiciness. I also had the chance to try the 2010 version of this wine, and it was a knockout, with deep dark fruit character and suave floral and exotic spice accents. There's still plenty of structure present, so a little time in a decanter, or just plain old patience, is strongly advised. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
In Bond
€99.00 |
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Rhone | 2 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€771.00 |
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Vinous (93)Saturated magenta. Displays incisive red and dark berry scents that are complemented by suggestions of succulent flowers, baking spices and cracked pepper. Shows fine definition and mineral lift to its juicy cherry, black raspberry and spicecake flavors, which deepen slowly through the back half. Finishes long and gently chewy, with repeating spiciness and well-knit tannins. |
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Corsica | 3 | - |
In Bond
€410.00 |
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Discover the distinctive experience of Comte Abbatucci Cuvee Collection Ministre Imperial 2022. This vintage originates from the prestigious vineyards in the heart of the Corsican region of France, meticulously maintained by the Abbatucci estate. Honouring generations of winemaking excellence and ecological sustainability, the wine is produced from an intriguing blend of indigenous grape varieties and follows a rigorous biodynamic methodology. Exemplifying the trademark Abbatucci style, the 2022 Ministre Imperial offers an elegant medley of complex flavours and enchanting fragrance. The rich, velvety bouquet is brimming with notes of ripe black fruits interwoven with delicate nuances of spice, underlined by a subtle minerality. This fine wine reveals its character ideally after lingering in a decanter, offering a harmonious balance of structure and depth that true connoisseurs will greatly appreciate. Sip and savour the opulent indulgence that Comte Abbatucci Cuvee Collection Ministre Imperial 2022 promises. |
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Corsica | 6 | - |
In Bond
€383.00 |
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Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 is a distinguished wine hailing from the idyllic vineyards of Corsica, France. Crafted by the esteemed producer, Domaine Comte Abbatucci, this supreme creation exemplifies rich heritage with innovative winemaking practices. The vineyard's unique biodynamic farming, coupled with the use of indigenous grape varieties like Sciacarello and Niellucciu, extols traditional Corsican viticulture. This fine wine undergoes natural yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks before being aged in oak barrels, resulting in a wine of astounding depth and complexity. The Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 bears an exceptional crimson hue, offering an intricate bouquet of red fruits, spice, And earthy undertones. The palate reveals a brilliantly balanced acidity, supple tannins, and an enduring finish, rendering an unparallel tasting experience. This wine undoubtedly is a testament to Domaine Comte Abbatucci's commitment to quality, promising a bottle that signifies the sheer essence of exceptional Corsican winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€85.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (WA) |
In Bond
€109.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90-92)The 2015 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, which is a blend of 60% Breterins and 40% Les Bas des Duresses close to Monthélie, had received a bit of SO2 a week before my visit and was due to be transferred into tank for around two months. It contains 10% whole bunch fruit this year and sees 20% new oak. It has a sensual bouquet with black cherries, raspberry and confit fruit all with fine delineation. The tannins here are finer than the village cru as you would expect, the acidity nicely judged (3.4 pH) with a poised and tensile finish that delivers a welcome salinity on the finish. This comes highly recommended and is certainly one of the best 2015s that I have encountered from the appellation. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (DC) |
In Bond
€264.00 |
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Decanter (92)Comte Armand's premier cru blend comes from two sites - Les Bréterins and Bas des Duresses - which are combined in more or less equal proportions to produce this sturdy, firm, serious Auxey red. It's sappy and structured with well-integrated 20% new wood. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 17 (JR) |
In Bond
€228.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17)Cask sample. Pale blueish crimson. Lively and racy with real lift, though a tad rawer than the Clos des Epeneaux. A very serious Côte de Beaune by any measure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-91 (VN) |
In Bond
€220.00 |
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Vinous (89-91)The 2019 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru, a blend of two vineyards Les Beautrains and Les Bas des Duresses as usual, matured in around 25% new oak. It has a refined bouquet with a little more purity and sensuality compared to the Auxey Village. The palate is well balanced with gentle grip on the entry, quite rich but fresh in style with candied orange peel infusing the mixture of black and blueberry fruit. Crunchy, almost brittle texture towards the finish which is surprising given the type of growing season. Recommended. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 94 (DC) |
In Bond
€207.00 |
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Decanter (94)Ripe, concentrated currant and plum fruit, with hints of smoke, mineral and leather on the nose, plus firm but finely-grained tannins balanced with fresh acidity, delivering a wine that's both exuberantly fruity yet structured and long. Blended from two lieux-dits: 60% Bretérins and 40% Bas de Duresses. This wine is always a standout in the portfolio and it is terrific in 2020. |
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