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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€2,006.87 |
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Vinous (94)Full red-ruby. Sexy, wild aromas of black raspberry and musky underbrush. Plush and fine-grained but also quite lively and light on its feet; conveys superb energizing acidity for such a ripe wine. Finishes with explosive purple fruits, flowers and licorice, with firm, ripe tannins providing support and carrying the fruit. This highly concentrated wine really reverberates on the long finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€4,197.73 |
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Vinous (97)Very good deep red. Closer to the CSJ than to the CDB on the nose, offering terrific pungent lift to the aromas of black raspberry, rose petal and blood orange. Wonderfully sappy and pure, without any impression of weightiness to its saline flavors of raspberry, spices and white pepper. Utterly fine-grained, silky wine with great finesse. One of the longest, most palate-saturating wines of this vintage, finishing with noble tannins and taste bud-titilllating perfume. Perfectly balanced also but built for a glorious evolution in bottle. It would be a shame to open this bottle too soon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
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€14,960.77 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2013 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, which will contain some new oak although I tasted from a used barrel, has a tightly knit bouquet that at the moment is less expressive than the Mazis-Chambertin. The palate is crisp and pure, quite tensile, with a spiciness that becomes more prominent toward the fleshy, harmonious finish. Curiously, even from a used barrel the texture feels as if there is some new oak, but that is just the concentration of fruit coming through. Frédéric enthused about this wine and I suspect that it may surpass my expectations once in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-98 (VN) |
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€6,465.02 |
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Vinous (95-98)The 2013 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques - En St. Jacques is a new bottling inspired by the original layout of the vineyard in which just the top and middle section were planted to grapes. I tasted the three micro-parcels - top, middle and bottom - separately, in and of itself a fascinating exercise, and then a hypothetical blend that will be about 60% top and 40% middle. A striking, powerful wine, the 2013 En St. Jacques hits the palate from all directions, with intense fruit, voluptuous texture and firm, vertical tannins. At bottling time, Rousseau added most of this juice to the Clos St. Jacques, although a small amount was set aside for the estate's library. Readers who have a chance to taste the 2013 are in for a real treat. Last updated April 8, 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 18++ (JR) |
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€1,293.73 |
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Jancis Robinson (18++)Very intense purple fruits with a hint of black pepper and then very luscious fruit. Gorgeous already and quite sinewy. Really racy and pure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€1,250.96 |
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Immerse your senses in the splendid Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013, a gem from the feted soils of Burgundy. Crafted by meticulous vintner, Arnaud Ente, respected globally for his dedication to terroir-expressive wines. This Aligoté uses grapes meticulously handpicked from vineyards with diverse soil types. Their vinification in old oak barrels bestows a rich, textured palate laced with melon, citrus and floral undertones. The wine's notable minerality reflects its birthplace, offering a captivating tension between freshness and depth. Arnaud Ente's precise viticulture and traditional vinification practices ensure this Bourgogne Aligoté's potential for graceful ageing, unfolding layers of complexity with every year. Subtle oak integration results in a wine that's beautifully balanced, with the vivacious acidity of Aligoté grape extraordinarily intact. Indulge in Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013 – a remarkable testimonial for Aligoté's potential to yield extraordinary wines when nurtured with passion and respect. It's less a wine, more an experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€954.13 |
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Vinous (92)The 2013 Meursault Village shows just a small reduction on the nose with light grapefruit, beeswax and pressed white flower scents emerging with time. I admire the delineation here. There is a superb line of acidity that runs straight through this Meursault, spicier than I anticipated yet still youthful with veins of lime on the aftertaste. Superb. Tasted at Chapon Rouge in Dijon. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91 (VN) |
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€1,021.33 |
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Vinous (91)(70% vendange entier; 100% new oak): Bright, dark red. The nose offers a sexy amalgam of redcurrant, rose petal, iron, smoky oak and truffley underbrush. Quite silky and plush for the year but the ripe red fruit and soil flavors are accented by an element of peppery herbs. Finishes ripe, smooth and long. Deceptively approachable today, but has the stuffing for a graceful evolution in bottle. I like the stem influence here. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€1,094.53 |
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Vinous (95)The 2013 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru is blossoming into a gorgeous wine. It has an attractive, pure and winsome bouquet with dark berry fruit, crushed stone and undergrowth aromas supremely well bound together by the oak. So precise and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, edgy and precise with just the right amount of salinity towards the finish. Très Grand Cru. This evinces the finesse that winemaker Charles Lachaux has brought to the domaine. Tasted at the annual Arnoux-Lachaux tasting at Corney & Barrow. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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€1,479.70 |
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Vinous (93+)(50% vendange entier; 100% new oak; bottled the same day as the Suchots, in May of 2015): Bright dark red. Tighter and darker on the nose than the Suchots, hinting at black fruits, licorice, minerals and flowers. Also less sweet in the mouth but already delivers outstanding tension and definition, with the dark fruit and bitter chocolate flavors complicated by an element of noble herbs. The superb palate-staining finish features firm, suave tannins and outstanding subtle persistence. This aristocratic wine will need more patience than the Suchots but should ultimately surpass it. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€6,886.38 |
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Vinous (93)(50% vendange entier; 100% new oak): Medium red. Tighter on the nose than the 2014 version, offering scents of raspberry, bitter chocolate and peppery spices; this will go truffley with bottle age. Then surprisingly sweet but pungent in the mid-palate, combining a wonderfully silky texture with terrific floral tension. Boasts high-pitched citrus peel, blood orange and spice notes that excite the taste buds. Finishes with very fine-grained tannins and terrific grip and length. Near-grand cru quality here. |
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California | 1 | - |
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€975.56 |
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The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sanford Benedict 2013 is a superior offering from the artisan winemaker, Jim Clendenen. Crafted in California's Santa Barbara County, this voluptuous varietal showcases the depth of flavour that characterises the region's Pinot Noir. Employing traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques, aged 24 months in François Frères barrels, the Sanford Benedict exhibits a vivid ruby hue. The nose carries sophisticated notes of cassis and dried cherry mingled with earthy undertones. The medium-bodied palate is beautifully balanced, an amalgamation of red berry fruitiness enveloped by soft tannins and a lingering mineral finish. The producer, Au Bon Climat, renowned for their meticulous viniculture, further enhances the wine's allure. The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sanford Benedict 2013 is regarded by wine connoisseurs as a mesmerising exemplar of new world wine with an old world charm. |
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California | 2 | - |
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€1,123.27 |
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Featuring a brilliant profile of sumptuousness, the indulging and refined 'Au Sommet Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2013' truly stands at the zenith of red wine. From the renowned winemaking expertise of Heidi Barrett, a luminary in the world of Napa Valley viticulture, this precious liquid art is crafted at the picturesque vineyard located on the paradisiac Atlas Peak Appellation. The vintage year of 2013 was of particular distinctiveness, basking in an idyllic climate that allowed for perfectly ripe, incredibly concentrated and harmoniously balanced grapes. Evoking an arresting bouquet of blackcurrants, cherries, graphite, and a whisper of spicy oak, the Au Sommet Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 is a stunning testament to Barrett's incredible mastery of coaxing power and elegance from this classic varietal. As a prominent offering from the distinguished vinous portfolio of Au Sommet, this 2013 iteration of its Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon unreservedly represents fine winemaking at its uttermost expression. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-95 (WA) |
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€2,504.93 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Probably the wine of the vintage, once again. Only 9,000 bottles of the 2013 Ausone were produced, as crop size was 50% of normal. However, proprietor Alain Vauthier and his daughter certainly have proven a truly great wine can be produced in some of the most trying conditions Bordeaux wine producers have had to deal with over the last 20 years. Yields were only 22 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot. The haunting aromas of wet rocks, spring flowers, blue and black fruits and forest floor are followed by an incredibly dense, attractive wine with sweet tannin, stunning concentration and texture, medium body and a depth that is essentially unreal in a vintage such as this. The wine is a superb example of great winemaking under the most difficult circumstances. Unlike more recent Ausones, this should be reasonably drinkable in 5-6 years and yet be capable of lasting 25-30. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
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€3,730.38 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Probably the wine of the vintage, once again. Only 9,000 bottles of the 2013 Ausone were produced, as crop size was 50% of normal. However, proprietor Alain Vauthier and his daughter certainly have proven a truly great wine can be produced in some of the most trying conditions Bordeaux wine producers have had to deal with over the last 20 years. Yields were only 22 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot. The haunting aromas of wet rocks, spring flowers, blue and black fruits and forest floor are followed by an incredibly dense, attractive wine with sweet tannin, stunning concentration and texture, medium body and a depth that is essentially unreal in a vintage such as this. The wine is a superb example of great winemaking under the most difficult circumstances. Unlike more recent Ausones, this should be reasonably drinkable in 5-6 years and yet be capable of lasting 25-30. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€39,028.38 |
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Imbued with an elegant complexity, Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 is a masterful expression of the quintessential Burgundy Aligoté grape. Cultivated meticulously in Auvenay's small boutique vineyards, this wine enjoys the superior terroir of Burgundy's Côte d'Or. Artisanal and discreet, Auvenay is overseen by the acclaimed vigneron, Lalou Bize-Leroy, whose deft touch has produced a wine that perfectly captures the domaine's ascetic purity. Exuding a vivacious acidity and gossamer texture, the 2013 vintage is indicative of the cold, late growing season. Extended lees-aging imparts additional depth and creaminess to the wine. Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 tantalises the palate with vibrant citrus notes, accompanied by an undercurrent of minerality. The finish is impressively long and rewarding. This rare gem is perfect for fine wine connoisseurs seeking an uncompromisingly beautiful Aligoté, steeped in the artistry and craftmanship of France's storied Burgundy region. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€8,541.77 |
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The Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013, hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region, is a remarkable and highly sought-after white wine. Crafted by the reputable producer Domaine d'Auvenay under the direction of the legendary connoisseur Lalou Bize-Leroy, its excellence reflects the strict, biodynamic principles adhered to during its creation. The grapes are fermented in new oak barrels and aged for a period of up to 24 months, resulting in a wine of outstanding depth and complexity. Boasting a luscious golden hue, Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 delights the palate with notes of ripe stone fruit underscored by crisp minerality and a long, elegant finish. This wine's extraordinary resilience allows for impressive aging potential, making it a true collector's gem. Elevate your wine collection with the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 - a testament to the exceptional calibre of Burgundy's terroir and vinicultural richness. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€13,725.73 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€23,813.22 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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€1,009.67 |
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Piedmont | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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€1,065.56 |
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Vinous (95)Another highlight in this range, the 2013 Barolo San Rocco is utterly beguiling. The bouquet alone is striking, but it is the wine's total balance that is most appealing today. Tasted next to the Margheria, the San Rocco is deeper, darker and more overtly powerful, with a greater sense of Serralunga tannic clout. Dark cherry, tobacco, menthol, licorice and sweet spices give the San Rocco much of its exotic personality. The San Rocco was aged in French oak barrels, with about 10% new wood. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | - |
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€517.16 |
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Step into the exquisite world of Bordeaux wines with the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013. Crafted in the Saint-Émilion region by the prestigious Capdemourlin family, this celebrated vintage captures the unique terroir with elegance and complexity. Using a blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013 has been meticulously aged for 18 months in oak barrels—60% new and 40% one-year-old. This specific ageing process has allowed the wine to develop a robust structure, harmoniously balanced by velvety tannins. The wine boasts notes of ripe red fruits, hints of spice, and a persistent, minerally finish. Acclaimed wine critics have praised the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013 for its integrity, finesse, and exceptional ageing potential. Decant before serving to fully appreciate its depth and nuance. A magnificent embodiment of the capricious yet rewarding 2013 Bordeaux vintage. |
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Burgundy | 8 | - |
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€398.09 |
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Offering a remarkable experience for discerning oenophiles, Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 is an exquisite gem from the well-regarded producer Ballot Millot. This exceptional Burgundy white wine hails from the premier cru vineyard of Meursault-Genevrieres, located in the Cote de Beaune sub-region of France's Burgundy. The wine has been expertly crafted, using traditional vinification methods complemented by modern winemaking techniques, resulting in an expertly balanced elixir. The Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 revels in complexity, offering layered notes of almond, honey, and ripe pear, interlaced with subtle minerality. Its exceptional longevity grants enthusiasts time to savour its evolving depth and equilibrium. Opulent yet restrained, this wine is an affirmation of Ballot Millot's reputation as a premier vigneron, where each vintage reflects immaculate attention to detail and a keen understanding of terroir. A bottle of Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 indeed encapsulates a true sensory delight, a testament to the sophistication of white Burgundy. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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€807.18 |
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James Suckling (97)Extremely complex aromas of cedar, mushroom and walnut highlighting the cherry and flowers. The palate is full and complete with ultra-fine and caressing tannins that are truly silky. It’s still very young, but shows beauty and seduction. Try after 2020. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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€429.25 |
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Vinous (95)Bright dark red. Floral nuances complicate the aromas of red cherry, licorice, sage and minerals on the captivating nose. Rich, dense and juicy; harmonious ripe acidity provides noteworthy clarity and cut to the steely red cherry and licorice flavors. Finishes long with rising smooth tannins and hints of licorice. Very serious, very pure Brunello in the classic, high-acid, no-frills style of the vintage. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
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€2,392.19 |
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Imbibe the exquisite Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013, a jewel from Pierre Bart, a seventh-generation winemaker from Burgundy, whose expertise heralds from the illustrious wine-making history of his family. Sourced from the compelling Bonnes-Mares terroir, this Pinot Noir enchants with a dazzling density. Hand-harvested from 30-year-old vines and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months, this wine's precision and balance are simply unrivalled. Expressing the unique mineralogy of the clay-limestone soils in its impressive structure, the Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 charms with enigmatic notes of black fruit, earth and spice, enlivened by a fresh acidity. An eloquent testament to the grandeur of Burgundy's terroir, this wine is a confluence of rare depth, longevity, and elegance. Awaken your senses with the Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013, a wine that reverberates with the splendid symphony of its origin. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 98+ (VN) |
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€1,249.40 |
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Vinous (98+)Maria Teresa's 2013 Barolo is a stunning, drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Vibrant, crystalline and exceptionally nuanced, the 2013 speaks to elegance above all else. There is an exotic quality to the aromatics that adds to the wine's total sense of seduction. As captivating as the 2013 is today, there is no shortage of underlying grip and structure. Dark cherry, plum, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that grace the palate. But the 2013 is a wine of completeness rather than elements. And the 2013 simply has it all. In 2013, Mascarello opted for short-ish fermentation with limited post-fermentation maceration because the skins were a bit fragile. The result is a delicate wine that shows just how finessed young Barolo can be. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98+ (VN) |
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€3,238.21 |
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Vinous (98+)Maria Teresa's 2013 Barolo is a stunning, drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Vibrant, crystalline and exceptionally nuanced, the 2013 speaks to elegance above all else. There is an exotic quality to the aromatics that adds to the wine's total sense of seduction. As captivating as the 2013 is today, there is no shortage of underlying grip and structure. Dark cherry, plum, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that grace the palate. But the 2013 is a wine of completeness rather than elements. And the 2013 simply has it all. In 2013, Mascarello opted for short-ish fermentation with limited post-fermentation maceration because the skins were a bit fragile. The result is a delicate wine that shows just how finessed young Barolo can be. |
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Pfalz | 1 | - |
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€558.59 |
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Indulge in the classic, vintage elegance of the Bassermann Jordan Deidesheimer Grainhubel Riesling Trocken Auktion 2013. Crafted superbly from the delicate Riesling grapes in the celebrated vineyards of Deidesheimer, Germany, this delightfully dry wine is renowned for its exceptional quality. Bassermann Jordan, a revered producer with over 300 years of viticultural expertise, manifests its winemaking prowess in the intricacy of this varietal. The hand-harvested grapes marshal the complexity and rich minerality unique to Grainhubel's soil, achieving a refined balance between acidity and fruit-forward expression. Matured in traditional German oak barrels, it emanates distinct aromas of citrus, green apple and hints of flint. On the palate, this noble vintage provides a pervasive depth and stellar longevity that solidifies it as a discerning choice. In all, the Bassermann Jordan Deidesheimer Grainhubel Riesling Trocken Auktion 2013 is a compelling testament to creativity, heritage, and the art of luxurious winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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€1,004.63 |
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James Suckling (98)Extremely aromatic with blueberries, blackberries, and flowers. Full- bodied, dense, and rich yet agile and exciting. The tannins are seamless and beautiful. The finish shows stones and spices. The ancient mourvedre in the blend gives this wine elegance. Incredible depth. So drinkable now but goes on for minutes. Fantastic Hommage from a more challenging vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,650.00 |
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Vinous (94)Full red-ruby. Sexy, wild aromas of black raspberry and musky underbrush. Plush and fine-grained but also quite lively and light on its feet; conveys superb energizing acidity for such a ripe wine. Finishes with explosive purple fruits, flowers and licorice, with firm, ripe tannins providing support and carrying the fruit. This highly concentrated wine really reverberates on the long finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€3,495.00 |
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Vinous (97)Very good deep red. Closer to the CSJ than to the CDB on the nose, offering terrific pungent lift to the aromas of black raspberry, rose petal and blood orange. Wonderfully sappy and pure, without any impression of weightiness to its saline flavors of raspberry, spices and white pepper. Utterly fine-grained, silky wine with great finesse. One of the longest, most palate-saturating wines of this vintage, finishing with noble tannins and taste bud-titilllating perfume. Perfectly balanced also but built for a glorious evolution in bottle. It would be a shame to open this bottle too soon. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (WA) |
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€12,430.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)The 2013 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, which will contain some new oak although I tasted from a used barrel, has a tightly knit bouquet that at the moment is less expressive than the Mazis-Chambertin. The palate is crisp and pure, quite tensile, with a spiciness that becomes more prominent toward the fleshy, harmonious finish. Curiously, even from a used barrel the texture feels as if there is some new oak, but that is just the concentration of fruit coming through. Frédéric enthused about this wine and I suspect that it may surpass my expectations once in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95-98 (VN) |
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€5,375.00 |
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Vinous (95-98)The 2013 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques - En St. Jacques is a new bottling inspired by the original layout of the vineyard in which just the top and middle section were planted to grapes. I tasted the three micro-parcels - top, middle and bottom - separately, in and of itself a fascinating exercise, and then a hypothetical blend that will be about 60% top and 40% middle. A striking, powerful wine, the 2013 En St. Jacques hits the palate from all directions, with intense fruit, voluptuous texture and firm, vertical tannins. At bottling time, Rousseau added most of this juice to the Clos St. Jacques, although a small amount was set aside for the estate's library. Readers who have a chance to taste the 2013 are in for a real treat. Last updated April 8, 2015. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 18++ (JR) |
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€1,075.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18++)Very intense purple fruits with a hint of black pepper and then very luscious fruit. Gorgeous already and quite sinewy. Really racy and pure. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
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€1,035.00 |
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Immerse your senses in the splendid Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013, a gem from the feted soils of Burgundy. Crafted by meticulous vintner, Arnaud Ente, respected globally for his dedication to terroir-expressive wines. This Aligoté uses grapes meticulously handpicked from vineyards with diverse soil types. Their vinification in old oak barrels bestows a rich, textured palate laced with melon, citrus and floral undertones. The wine's notable minerality reflects its birthplace, offering a captivating tension between freshness and depth. Arnaud Ente's precise viticulture and traditional vinification practices ensure this Bourgogne Aligoté's potential for graceful ageing, unfolding layers of complexity with every year. Subtle oak integration results in a wine that's beautifully balanced, with the vivacious acidity of Aligoté grape extraordinarily intact. Indulge in Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Aligote 2013 – a remarkable testimonial for Aligoté's potential to yield extraordinary wines when nurtured with passion and respect. It's less a wine, more an experience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€792.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2013 Meursault Village shows just a small reduction on the nose with light grapefruit, beeswax and pressed white flower scents emerging with time. I admire the delineation here. There is a superb line of acidity that runs straight through this Meursault, spicier than I anticipated yet still youthful with veins of lime on the aftertaste. Superb. Tasted at Chapon Rouge in Dijon. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 91 (VN) |
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€848.00 |
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Vinous (91)(70% vendange entier; 100% new oak): Bright, dark red. The nose offers a sexy amalgam of redcurrant, rose petal, iron, smoky oak and truffley underbrush. Quite silky and plush for the year but the ripe red fruit and soil flavors are accented by an element of peppery herbs. Finishes ripe, smooth and long. Deceptively approachable today, but has the stuffing for a graceful evolution in bottle. I like the stem influence here. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€909.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2013 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru is blossoming into a gorgeous wine. It has an attractive, pure and winsome bouquet with dark berry fruit, crushed stone and undergrowth aromas supremely well bound together by the oak. So precise and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, edgy and precise with just the right amount of salinity towards the finish. Très Grand Cru. This evinces the finesse that winemaker Charles Lachaux has brought to the domaine. Tasted at the annual Arnoux-Lachaux tasting at Corney & Barrow. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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€1,230.00 |
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Vinous (93+)(50% vendange entier; 100% new oak; bottled the same day as the Suchots, in May of 2015): Bright dark red. Tighter and darker on the nose than the Suchots, hinting at black fruits, licorice, minerals and flowers. Also less sweet in the mouth but already delivers outstanding tension and definition, with the dark fruit and bitter chocolate flavors complicated by an element of noble herbs. The superb palate-staining finish features firm, suave tannins and outstanding subtle persistence. This aristocratic wine will need more patience than the Suchots but should ultimately surpass it. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€5,720.00 |
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Vinous (93)(50% vendange entier; 100% new oak): Medium red. Tighter on the nose than the 2014 version, offering scents of raspberry, bitter chocolate and peppery spices; this will go truffley with bottle age. Then surprisingly sweet but pungent in the mid-palate, combining a wonderfully silky texture with terrific floral tension. Boasts high-pitched citrus peel, blood orange and spice notes that excite the taste buds. Finishes with very fine-grained tannins and terrific grip and length. Near-grand cru quality here. |
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California | 1 | - |
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€776.00 |
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The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sanford Benedict 2013 is a superior offering from the artisan winemaker, Jim Clendenen. Crafted in California's Santa Barbara County, this voluptuous varietal showcases the depth of flavour that characterises the region's Pinot Noir. Employing traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques, aged 24 months in François Frères barrels, the Sanford Benedict exhibits a vivid ruby hue. The nose carries sophisticated notes of cassis and dried cherry mingled with earthy undertones. The medium-bodied palate is beautifully balanced, an amalgamation of red berry fruitiness enveloped by soft tannins and a lingering mineral finish. The producer, Au Bon Climat, renowned for their meticulous viniculture, further enhances the wine's allure. The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sanford Benedict 2013 is regarded by wine connoisseurs as a mesmerising exemplar of new world wine with an old world charm. |
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€925.00 |
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Featuring a brilliant profile of sumptuousness, the indulging and refined 'Au Sommet Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2013' truly stands at the zenith of red wine. From the renowned winemaking expertise of Heidi Barrett, a luminary in the world of Napa Valley viticulture, this precious liquid art is crafted at the picturesque vineyard located on the paradisiac Atlas Peak Appellation. The vintage year of 2013 was of particular distinctiveness, basking in an idyllic climate that allowed for perfectly ripe, incredibly concentrated and harmoniously balanced grapes. Evoking an arresting bouquet of blackcurrants, cherries, graphite, and a whisper of spicy oak, the Au Sommet Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 is a stunning testament to Barrett's incredible mastery of coaxing power and elegance from this classic varietal. As a prominent offering from the distinguished vinous portfolio of Au Sommet, this 2013 iteration of its Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon unreservedly represents fine winemaking at its uttermost expression. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-95 (WA) |
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€2,075.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Probably the wine of the vintage, once again. Only 9,000 bottles of the 2013 Ausone were produced, as crop size was 50% of normal. However, proprietor Alain Vauthier and his daughter certainly have proven a truly great wine can be produced in some of the most trying conditions Bordeaux wine producers have had to deal with over the last 20 years. Yields were only 22 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot. The haunting aromas of wet rocks, spring flowers, blue and black fruits and forest floor are followed by an incredibly dense, attractive wine with sweet tannin, stunning concentration and texture, medium body and a depth that is essentially unreal in a vintage such as this. The wine is a superb example of great winemaking under the most difficult circumstances. Unlike more recent Ausones, this should be reasonably drinkable in 5-6 years and yet be capable of lasting 25-30. |
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€3,090.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Probably the wine of the vintage, once again. Only 9,000 bottles of the 2013 Ausone were produced, as crop size was 50% of normal. However, proprietor Alain Vauthier and his daughter certainly have proven a truly great wine can be produced in some of the most trying conditions Bordeaux wine producers have had to deal with over the last 20 years. Yields were only 22 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot. The haunting aromas of wet rocks, spring flowers, blue and black fruits and forest floor are followed by an incredibly dense, attractive wine with sweet tannin, stunning concentration and texture, medium body and a depth that is essentially unreal in a vintage such as this. The wine is a superb example of great winemaking under the most difficult circumstances. Unlike more recent Ausones, this should be reasonably drinkable in 5-6 years and yet be capable of lasting 25-30. |
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€32,505.00 |
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Imbued with an elegant complexity, Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 is a masterful expression of the quintessential Burgundy Aligoté grape. Cultivated meticulously in Auvenay's small boutique vineyards, this wine enjoys the superior terroir of Burgundy's Côte d'Or. Artisanal and discreet, Auvenay is overseen by the acclaimed vigneron, Lalou Bize-Leroy, whose deft touch has produced a wine that perfectly captures the domaine's ascetic purity. Exuding a vivacious acidity and gossamer texture, the 2013 vintage is indicative of the cold, late growing season. Extended lees-aging imparts additional depth and creaminess to the wine. Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet 2013 tantalises the palate with vibrant citrus notes, accompanied by an undercurrent of minerality. The finish is impressively long and rewarding. This rare gem is perfect for fine wine connoisseurs seeking an uncompromisingly beautiful Aligoté, steeped in the artistry and craftmanship of France's storied Burgundy region. |
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€7,115.00 |
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The Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013, hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region, is a remarkable and highly sought-after white wine. Crafted by the reputable producer Domaine d'Auvenay under the direction of the legendary connoisseur Lalou Bize-Leroy, its excellence reflects the strict, biodynamic principles adhered to during its creation. The grapes are fermented in new oak barrels and aged for a period of up to 24 months, resulting in a wine of outstanding depth and complexity. Boasting a luscious golden hue, Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 delights the palate with notes of ripe stone fruit underscored by crisp minerality and a long, elegant finish. This wine's extraordinary resilience allows for impressive aging potential, making it a true collector's gem. Elevate your wine collection with the Auvenay Meursault 1er Cru Les Narvaux 2013 - a testament to the exceptional calibre of Burgundy's terroir and vinicultural richness. |
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€11,435.00 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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€19,835.00 |
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The Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is an elegant fine wine that exemplifies the classic Burgundian style. Produced from Chardonnay grapes cultivated in the esteemed Les Enseigneres vineyard, this white wine harmoniously intertwines fruit and mineral complexity drawn from the region's characteristic limestone soil. Auvenay, the producer of this distinguished vintage, led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, is renowned for intricate and meticulous organic viticulture. The 2013 harvest embodies the commitment to quality, displaying refreshing acidity coupled with a rich and supple palate, making it delectably balanced. The subtle oak influence underlines the mature white fruit notes whilst allowing the wine's inherent minerality to shine. If the idea of savouring this aromatic, and impeccably crafted wine sounds appealing, the Auvenay Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2013 is indisputably a choice that will exceed expectations. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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€819.00 |
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Piedmont | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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€851.00 |
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Vinous (95)Another highlight in this range, the 2013 Barolo San Rocco is utterly beguiling. The bouquet alone is striking, but it is the wine's total balance that is most appealing today. Tasted next to the Margheria, the San Rocco is deeper, darker and more overtly powerful, with a greater sense of Serralunga tannic clout. Dark cherry, tobacco, menthol, licorice and sweet spices give the San Rocco much of its exotic personality. The San Rocco was aged in French oak barrels, with about 10% new wood. |
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€394.00 |
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Step into the exquisite world of Bordeaux wines with the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013. Crafted in the Saint-Émilion region by the prestigious Capdemourlin family, this celebrated vintage captures the unique terroir with elegance and complexity. Using a blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013 has been meticulously aged for 18 months in oak barrels—60% new and 40% one-year-old. This specific ageing process has allowed the wine to develop a robust structure, harmoniously balanced by velvety tannins. The wine boasts notes of ripe red fruits, hints of spice, and a persistent, minerally finish. Acclaimed wine critics have praised the Balestard La Tonnelle 2013 for its integrity, finesse, and exceptional ageing potential. Decant before serving to fully appreciate its depth and nuance. A magnificent embodiment of the capricious yet rewarding 2013 Bordeaux vintage. |
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€328.00 |
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Offering a remarkable experience for discerning oenophiles, Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 is an exquisite gem from the well-regarded producer Ballot Millot. This exceptional Burgundy white wine hails from the premier cru vineyard of Meursault-Genevrieres, located in the Cote de Beaune sub-region of France's Burgundy. The wine has been expertly crafted, using traditional vinification methods complemented by modern winemaking techniques, resulting in an expertly balanced elixir. The Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 revels in complexity, offering layered notes of almond, honey, and ripe pear, interlaced with subtle minerality. Its exceptional longevity grants enthusiasts time to savour its evolving depth and equilibrium. Opulent yet restrained, this wine is an affirmation of Ballot Millot's reputation as a premier vigneron, where each vintage reflects immaculate attention to detail and a keen understanding of terroir. A bottle of Ballot Millot Meursault-Genevrieres 1er Cru 2013 indeed encapsulates a true sensory delight, a testament to the sophistication of white Burgundy. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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€654.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Extremely complex aromas of cedar, mushroom and walnut highlighting the cherry and flowers. The palate is full and complete with ultra-fine and caressing tannins that are truly silky. It’s still very young, but shows beauty and seduction. Try after 2020. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (VN) |
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€339.00 |
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Vinous (95)Bright dark red. Floral nuances complicate the aromas of red cherry, licorice, sage and minerals on the captivating nose. Rich, dense and juicy; harmonious ripe acidity provides noteworthy clarity and cut to the steely red cherry and licorice flavors. Finishes long with rising smooth tannins and hints of licorice. Very serious, very pure Brunello in the classic, high-acid, no-frills style of the vintage. |
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€1,975.00 |
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Imbibe the exquisite Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013, a jewel from Pierre Bart, a seventh-generation winemaker from Burgundy, whose expertise heralds from the illustrious wine-making history of his family. Sourced from the compelling Bonnes-Mares terroir, this Pinot Noir enchants with a dazzling density. Hand-harvested from 30-year-old vines and matured in French oak barrels for 18 months, this wine's precision and balance are simply unrivalled. Expressing the unique mineralogy of the clay-limestone soils in its impressive structure, the Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 charms with enigmatic notes of black fruit, earth and spice, enlivened by a fresh acidity. An eloquent testament to the grandeur of Burgundy's terroir, this wine is a confluence of rare depth, longevity, and elegance. Awaken your senses with the Bart Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013, a wine that reverberates with the splendid symphony of its origin. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 98+ (VN) |
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€1,035.00 |
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Vinous (98+)Maria Teresa's 2013 Barolo is a stunning, drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Vibrant, crystalline and exceptionally nuanced, the 2013 speaks to elegance above all else. There is an exotic quality to the aromatics that adds to the wine's total sense of seduction. As captivating as the 2013 is today, there is no shortage of underlying grip and structure. Dark cherry, plum, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that grace the palate. But the 2013 is a wine of completeness rather than elements. And the 2013 simply has it all. In 2013, Mascarello opted for short-ish fermentation with limited post-fermentation maceration because the skins were a bit fragile. The result is a delicate wine that shows just how finessed young Barolo can be. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98+ (VN) |
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€2,680.00 |
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Vinous (98+)Maria Teresa's 2013 Barolo is a stunning, drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Vibrant, crystalline and exceptionally nuanced, the 2013 speaks to elegance above all else. There is an exotic quality to the aromatics that adds to the wine's total sense of seduction. As captivating as the 2013 is today, there is no shortage of underlying grip and structure. Dark cherry, plum, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that grace the palate. But the 2013 is a wine of completeness rather than elements. And the 2013 simply has it all. In 2013, Mascarello opted for short-ish fermentation with limited post-fermentation maceration because the skins were a bit fragile. The result is a delicate wine that shows just how finessed young Barolo can be. |
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€447.00 |
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Indulge in the classic, vintage elegance of the Bassermann Jordan Deidesheimer Grainhubel Riesling Trocken Auktion 2013. Crafted superbly from the delicate Riesling grapes in the celebrated vineyards of Deidesheimer, Germany, this delightfully dry wine is renowned for its exceptional quality. Bassermann Jordan, a revered producer with over 300 years of viticultural expertise, manifests its winemaking prowess in the intricacy of this varietal. The hand-harvested grapes marshal the complexity and rich minerality unique to Grainhubel's soil, achieving a refined balance between acidity and fruit-forward expression. Matured in traditional German oak barrels, it emanates distinct aromas of citrus, green apple and hints of flint. On the palate, this noble vintage provides a pervasive depth and stellar longevity that solidifies it as a discerning choice. In all, the Bassermann Jordan Deidesheimer Grainhubel Riesling Trocken Auktion 2013 is a compelling testament to creativity, heritage, and the art of luxurious winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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€826.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Extremely aromatic with blueberries, blackberries, and flowers. Full- bodied, dense, and rich yet agile and exciting. The tannins are seamless and beautiful. The finish shows stones and spices. The ancient mourvedre in the blend gives this wine elegance. Incredible depth. So drinkable now but goes on for minutes. Fantastic Hommage from a more challenging vintage. |
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