France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-95 (WA) |
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€1,479.98 |
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Wine Advocate (92-95)The 2009 Clos de la Roche comes across as big, powerful and a touch heavy-handed. This shows tons of richness and depth but lacks the sheer excitement of the estate’s finest wines. The Clos de la Roche is made from purchased wine. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€3,346.38 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€8,086.38 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€3,536.87 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€1,766.87 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95 |
Inc. TAX
€1,009.98 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. TAX
€2,108.77 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2009 Alter Ego de Palmer offers fleshy red cherry and wild strawberry scents on the nose, rose petal mixed with subtle mulch-like aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and poised with an open and expressive, slightly ferrous finish. This has a lot of personality and it should continue to age well. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€747.30 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€5,684.77 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Blended of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet colored 2009 Angélus sings of blackberry preserves, warm black cherries, stewed plums and dried herbs with hints of Chinese five spice, fragrant earth, truffles and new leather. Full, rich, spicy and decadent in the mouth, it has a plush, velvety texture and well-knit freshness, finishing very long with tons of spicy layers. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (WA) |
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€4,750.38 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Blended of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet colored 2009 Angélus sings of blackberry preserves, warm black cherries, stewed plums and dried herbs with hints of Chinese five spice, fragrant earth, truffles and new leather. Full, rich, spicy and decadent in the mouth, it has a plush, velvety texture and well-knit freshness, finishing very long with tons of spicy layers. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€963.56 |
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James Suckling (93)A wine with mineral and blueberry character with fresh herbs and green coffee bean. Full and silky with dark chocolate and fruit. Racy. Better in three years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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€64,610.77 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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€4,617.73 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
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€38,638.38 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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€14,311.45 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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€5,247.73 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
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€12,881.20 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
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€1,227.73 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin emerges from the glass with lovely radiance and openness in its ripe, juicy fruit. The Charmes is already rather forward, and at this stage appears to be a relatively early-maturing wine. The oak is also a bit pronounced. Sweet, textured floral notes wrap around the long, polished finish. Rousseau’s Charmes is technically 60% Mazoyeres. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
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€9,706.38 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin emerges from the glass with lovely radiance and openness in its ripe, juicy fruit. The Charmes is already rather forward, and at this stage appears to be a relatively early-maturing wine. The oak is also a bit pronounced. Sweet, textured floral notes wrap around the long, polished finish. Rousseau’s Charmes is technically 60% Mazoyeres. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. TAX
€13,834.38 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (94)(aged in 75% new oak, vs. 15% for the Clos des Ruchottes and 0% for the preceding wines; the Clos de Beze and Chambertin here always get 100% new oak): Good full, deep red. Lovely tangy perfume of cherry, raspberry, red licorice, fresh herbs, rose petal and spicy oak. Dense, sweet and fine, with an obvious new oak element nicely carried by the wine's concentration of fruits and flowers. Offers an uncanny combination of seamless texture and power. Most impressive today on the firmly structured, slowly building finish, which features fine-grained tannins and a complex saline and spice perfume. A beauty. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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€2,621.22 |
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Vinous (90)Pale green-yellow. Nectarine and nut oil aromas lifted by a floral topnote. Fat and sweet but fresh, with white peach, citrus and orchard fruit flavors lifted by a spicy component. A real essence of Meursault, finishing with very good length and a slight warmth. (As in most successful years, Ente's Aligote and Bourgogne Blanc are well worth seeking out; the Bourgogne in particular boasts a lovely balance of ripe apricot fruit and strong acidity for the vintage.) |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
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€1,065.73 |
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Vinous (91+)Pale yellow. Fresh nectarine and peach aromas sexed up by hazelnut. Dry but stuffed with ripe peach and citrus flavors. Classically styled Meursault, with a dry, brisk finish. Drink the basic village wine now and give this a few years in the cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€6,550.38 |
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Vinous (91-93)(the crop level here was down 50% due to the May hail, and these vines were picked nearly a week later than the rest of the Arnoux holdings) Good red-ruby. Wild black fruits, licorice, game and nutty oak on the nose. Creamy but still tight, with an impression of peppery acidity cutting through the purple fruit and violet flavors. Thick but not heavy owing to its firm acids. Serious, juicy wine, quite different in style from the rest of the 2009s here owing to the effect of the spring hail on the vines' ripening curve. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. TAX
€10,582.38 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (94)Good bright, dark red. Dark berries, violet and a whiff of fresh peppercorn on the nose, complicated by mineral and oak notes. Sweet, creamy fruit is given definition by firm acidity. Suave, fine-grained, essentially round wine, showing the deeper pitch of the warm year. Finishes with subtly powerful, building length and fully ripe tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JS) |
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€4,289.20 |
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James Suckling (100)Incredible nose of currants and blueberries. Flowers too. Licorice. Such purity on the nose of Cabernet Franc. Full body, incredible structure, with fabulous tannins and a long, long finish. Built out of stone. The prefect Ausone. Try after 2022. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (JS) |
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€7,126.38 |
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James Suckling (100)Incredible nose of currants and blueberries. Flowers too. Licorice. Such purity on the nose of Cabernet Franc. Full body, incredible structure, with fabulous tannins and a long, long finish. Built out of stone. The prefect Ausone. Try after 2022. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€7,119.70 |
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A product of elegant sophistication, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses La Macabre 2009 emanates from the revered wine region of Burgundy, France. Crafted by none other than the acclaimed domaine, Auvenay, under the expert guidance of winemaker Madame Lalou Bize-Leroy, this exceptional red wine boasts a highly limited production. The La Macabre sub-label showcases Bize-Leroy’s virtuosity in biodynamic viticulture, this specific vintage brims with character and depth. An epitome of high-quality Pinot Noir, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses La Macabre 2009 vaunts an exquisite harmony of red fruit flavours and subtle hints of spices on the nose. Its seamless structure and polished tannins, coupled with nuances of forest floor, embody the meticulous attention to detail involved in its creation. This wine promises not just a captivating journey through its layers of complexity, but also a testament to the unparalleled dedication of Auvenay, ultimately making it a prized addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€9,849.73 |
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Experience the exclusivity only found in the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009, a true marvel from the portfolio of vintner repute, Domaine d'Auvenay. Owned by Lalou Bize-Leroy, co-manager of Domaine Leroy and formerly Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, the Domaine d'Auvenay is renowned for producing small quantities of the highest calibre Burgundian wines. Crafted in the heart of France's famous Burgundy region, this exceptional white wine blends depth, delicacy, and nuanced minerality. A striking tribute to the Chardonnay grape, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009 triumphs in delivering a complex aromatic bouquet, witness nuances of white flowers, ripe fruit, and a whisper light toasty undertone. The palate reveals an impressively persistent, yet elegant structure that flawlessly combines age-worthy substance and a dazzling freshness. An inimitable expression of terroir, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009 encapsulates the impeccable precision of one of the world's most prestigious wine producers. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€8,475.73 |
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Oozing sophistication and elegance, the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2009 is a remarkable rendition from one of Burgundy's most esteemed producers. Revered winemaker and co-owner of Domaine Leroy, Lalou Bize-Leroy, meticulously crafts Auvenay wines at her bio-dynamic, 4-hectare estate in Saint-Rémy, near Meursault. This Puligny Montrachet clone showcases a radiant lemon colour, and an alluring aromatic profile of apple, pear, and mineral accents. The wine is aged in 100% new oak, adding to the depth of its character while never overpowering its vibrant fruitiness. With a tight-knit structure that ensures longevity, the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2009 demands patience, as it beautifully unfolds over years in the cellar. This limited-edition gem offers an exquisite embodiment of terroir, making it a desirable addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€1,442.77 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)My favorite Beau-Sejour-Becot to date, this sumptuous, dense blue/purple-hued 2009 reveals a blockbuster nose of blueberry pie, black fruits, licorice, forest floor, spring flowers and a hint of mocha. A blend of 70% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon made from tiny yields of 27 hectoliters per hectare, this big, inky, powerful, tannic wine is sensationally concentrated. With an unctuous texture, full-bodied power and tremendous levels of tannin (largely concealed behind a cascade of rich fruit), this is a fabulous effort from a beautifully situated St.-Emilion premier grand cru classe. It will need 5-8 years of cellaring, and should keep for three decades. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92-95 (WA) |
In Bond
€1,215.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92-95)The 2009 Clos de la Roche comes across as big, powerful and a touch heavy-handed. This shows tons of richness and depth but lacks the sheer excitement of the estate’s finest wines. The Clos de la Roche is made from purchased wine. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€2,770.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€6,720.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€2,925.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,450.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | 95 |
In Bond
€823.00 |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
€1,720.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2009 Alter Ego de Palmer offers fleshy red cherry and wild strawberry scents on the nose, rose petal mixed with subtle mulch-like aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and poised with an open and expressive, slightly ferrous finish. This has a lot of personality and it should continue to age well. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€619.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 99 (WA) |
In Bond
€4,700.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Blended of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet colored 2009 Angélus sings of blackberry preserves, warm black cherries, stewed plums and dried herbs with hints of Chinese five spice, fragrant earth, truffles and new leather. Full, rich, spicy and decadent in the mouth, it has a plush, velvety texture and well-knit freshness, finishing very long with tons of spicy layers. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (WA) |
In Bond
€3,940.00 |
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Wine Advocate (99)Blended of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet colored 2009 Angélus sings of blackberry preserves, warm black cherries, stewed plums and dried herbs with hints of Chinese five spice, fragrant earth, truffles and new leather. Full, rich, spicy and decadent in the mouth, it has a plush, velvety texture and well-knit freshness, finishing very long with tons of spicy layers. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
€766.00 |
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James Suckling (93)A wine with mineral and blueberry character with fresh herbs and green coffee bean. Full and silky with dark chocolate and fruit. Racy. Better in three years. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
In Bond
€53,805.00 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
In Bond
€3,845.00 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 98 (BH) |
In Bond
€32,180.00 |
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Burghound (98)This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited with notes of anise, mint, wet stone and a sauvage hint that introduces intensely earthy and mineral-driven big-bodied flavors that are rich, powerful, serious and densely concentrated, all wrapped in a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent finish. This is actually relatively expressive and approachable for a young Cham yet the balance and harmony is present for this to age for decades. A brilliant effort and one of the best vintages ever for this justifiably revered wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
In Bond
€11,920.00 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
In Bond
€4,370.00 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (BH) |
In Bond
€10,725.00 |
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Burghound (96)This is quite ripe yet the impression is one of freshness with no surmaturité while the aromas reveal an exuberant spiciness to the dense mix of red and black fruit and wet stone aromas. The supple, round and marvelously well-detailed broad-shouldered flavors possess a silky mid-palate brimming with dry extract on the almost painfully intense and massively long mineral-driven finish that displays stunning persistence. The 2009 is an impeccably well-balanced effort in yet another in a long line of great vintages for this storied wine. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
In Bond
€1,020.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin emerges from the glass with lovely radiance and openness in its ripe, juicy fruit. The Charmes is already rather forward, and at this stage appears to be a relatively early-maturing wine. The oak is also a bit pronounced. Sweet, textured floral notes wrap around the long, polished finish. Rousseau’s Charmes is technically 60% Mazoyeres. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) |
In Bond
€8,070.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2009 Charmes-Chambertin emerges from the glass with lovely radiance and openness in its ripe, juicy fruit. The Charmes is already rather forward, and at this stage appears to be a relatively early-maturing wine. The oak is also a bit pronounced. Sweet, textured floral notes wrap around the long, polished finish. Rousseau’s Charmes is technically 60% Mazoyeres. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
€11,510.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (94)(aged in 75% new oak, vs. 15% for the Clos des Ruchottes and 0% for the preceding wines; the Clos de Beze and Chambertin here always get 100% new oak): Good full, deep red. Lovely tangy perfume of cherry, raspberry, red licorice, fresh herbs, rose petal and spicy oak. Dense, sweet and fine, with an obvious new oak element nicely carried by the wine's concentration of fruits and flowers. Offers an uncanny combination of seamless texture and power. Most impressive today on the firmly structured, slowly building finish, which features fine-grained tannins and a complex saline and spice perfume. A beauty. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
€2,175.00 |
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Vinous (90)Pale green-yellow. Nectarine and nut oil aromas lifted by a floral topnote. Fat and sweet but fresh, with white peach, citrus and orchard fruit flavors lifted by a spicy component. A real essence of Meursault, finishing with very good length and a slight warmth. (As in most successful years, Ente's Aligote and Bourgogne Blanc are well worth seeking out; the Bourgogne in particular boasts a lovely balance of ripe apricot fruit and strong acidity for the vintage.) |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) |
In Bond
€885.00 |
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Vinous (91+)Pale yellow. Fresh nectarine and peach aromas sexed up by hazelnut. Dry but stuffed with ripe peach and citrus flavors. Classically styled Meursault, with a dry, brisk finish. Drink the basic village wine now and give this a few years in the cellar. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€5,440.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)(the crop level here was down 50% due to the May hail, and these vines were picked nearly a week later than the rest of the Arnoux holdings) Good red-ruby. Wild black fruits, licorice, game and nutty oak on the nose. Creamy but still tight, with an impression of peppery acidity cutting through the purple fruit and violet flavors. Thick but not heavy owing to its firm acids. Serious, juicy wine, quite different in style from the rest of the 2009s here owing to the effect of the spring hail on the vines' ripening curve. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
€8,800.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (94)Good bright, dark red. Dark berries, violet and a whiff of fresh peppercorn on the nose, complicated by mineral and oak notes. Sweet, creamy fruit is given definition by firm acidity. Suave, fine-grained, essentially round wine, showing the deeper pitch of the warm year. Finishes with subtly powerful, building length and fully ripe tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 100 (JS) |
In Bond
€3,565.00 |
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James Suckling (100)Incredible nose of currants and blueberries. Flowers too. Licorice. Such purity on the nose of Cabernet Franc. Full body, incredible structure, with fabulous tannins and a long, long finish. Built out of stone. The prefect Ausone. Try after 2022. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 100 (JS) |
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€5,920.00 |
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James Suckling (100)Incredible nose of currants and blueberries. Flowers too. Licorice. Such purity on the nose of Cabernet Franc. Full body, incredible structure, with fabulous tannins and a long, long finish. Built out of stone. The prefect Ausone. Try after 2022. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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A product of elegant sophistication, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses La Macabre 2009 emanates from the revered wine region of Burgundy, France. Crafted by none other than the acclaimed domaine, Auvenay, under the expert guidance of winemaker Madame Lalou Bize-Leroy, this exceptional red wine boasts a highly limited production. The La Macabre sub-label showcases Bize-Leroy’s virtuosity in biodynamic viticulture, this specific vintage brims with character and depth. An epitome of high-quality Pinot Noir, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses La Macabre 2009 vaunts an exquisite harmony of red fruit flavours and subtle hints of spices on the nose. Its seamless structure and polished tannins, coupled with nuances of forest floor, embody the meticulous attention to detail involved in its creation. This wine promises not just a captivating journey through its layers of complexity, but also a testament to the unparalleled dedication of Auvenay, ultimately making it a prized addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Experience the exclusivity only found in the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009, a true marvel from the portfolio of vintner repute, Domaine d'Auvenay. Owned by Lalou Bize-Leroy, co-manager of Domaine Leroy and formerly Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, the Domaine d'Auvenay is renowned for producing small quantities of the highest calibre Burgundian wines. Crafted in the heart of France's famous Burgundy region, this exceptional white wine blends depth, delicacy, and nuanced minerality. A striking tribute to the Chardonnay grape, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009 triumphs in delivering a complex aromatic bouquet, witness nuances of white flowers, ripe fruit, and a whisper light toasty undertone. The palate reveals an impressively persistent, yet elegant structure that flawlessly combines age-worthy substance and a dazzling freshness. An inimitable expression of terroir, the Auvenay Auxey Duresses Les Clous Blanc 2009 encapsulates the impeccable precision of one of the world's most prestigious wine producers. |
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Oozing sophistication and elegance, the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2009 is a remarkable rendition from one of Burgundy's most esteemed producers. Revered winemaker and co-owner of Domaine Leroy, Lalou Bize-Leroy, meticulously crafts Auvenay wines at her bio-dynamic, 4-hectare estate in Saint-Rémy, near Meursault. This Puligny Montrachet clone showcases a radiant lemon colour, and an alluring aromatic profile of apple, pear, and mineral accents. The wine is aged in 100% new oak, adding to the depth of its character while never overpowering its vibrant fruitiness. With a tight-knit structure that ensures longevity, the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2009 demands patience, as it beautifully unfolds over years in the cellar. This limited-edition gem offers an exquisite embodiment of terroir, making it a desirable addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
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€1,165.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)My favorite Beau-Sejour-Becot to date, this sumptuous, dense blue/purple-hued 2009 reveals a blockbuster nose of blueberry pie, black fruits, licorice, forest floor, spring flowers and a hint of mocha. A blend of 70% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon made from tiny yields of 27 hectoliters per hectare, this big, inky, powerful, tannic wine is sensationally concentrated. With an unctuous texture, full-bodied power and tremendous levels of tannin (largely concealed behind a cascade of rich fruit), this is a fabulous effort from a beautifully situated St.-Emilion premier grand cru classe. It will need 5-8 years of cellaring, and should keep for three decades. |
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