{"title":"Bordeaux Wines","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eBuy Bordeaux Wine in Singapore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eDiscover one of Singapore’s finest selections of Bordeaux wines at 1855 The Bottle Shop. Explore prestigious Left Bank and Right Bank appellations, from the powerful Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines of Pauillac, Margaux and Saint-Julien to the elegant Merlot-driven wines of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eOur Bordeaux collection includes Grand Cru Classé estates, sought-after vintages, rare collectibles and everyday drinking wines from renowned châteaux. Whether you are searching for a classified growth, a mature vintage or a great-value Bordeaux, enjoy a curated selection with delivery across Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-1998-750ml","title":"Chateau Lynch Bages Pauillac 1998 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1998 Château Lynch-Bages is a fresh, slightly austere wine with herbal and leafy notes. It shows red and black currant aromas but lacks concentration and depth on the palate. While it has some attractive aromas, it’s a bit raw and lacks the richness of other vintages, with a slightly jagged acidity. Best consumed soon, as it may not improve further with age.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 87\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 31, 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly austere, leafy and herbal, the fresh 1998 lacks concentration, fat and fruit depth. It reveals a hint of herbs interwoven with attractive red and black currant aromas, but the wine falls off on the palate, and requires drinking up as it is likely to become increasingly desiccated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Dec 23, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig and beefy and still very young and even quite raw. Still quite chewy. By no means the most delicious wine here even if it is the most recognisable and valuable! A bit jagged in terms of acidity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLynchbages.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutstandingly consistent quality…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate’s reputation as a top quality wine producer took off in 1945 after a series of exceptional vintages. Over the years, the wines have gained finesse and complexity. Château Lynch-Bages is defined by its outstandingly consistent quality. Vintage after vintage, the wine has acquired greater accuracy, adding distinction to the hedonistic that made its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine’s distinctive character has earned it a place amongst Pauillac’s greatest. 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Despite its youthful power, it has the potential for long-term aging, promising a more nuanced, regal expression with time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 14, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine with great beauty and finesse. Such elegance and ethereal quality for this estate. Full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a juicy delicious finish. Long and beautiful. This is the best Lynch in a long, long time. I love the precision here. Try in 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 28, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStill a saturated ruby-black in hue, the 2010 Lynch-Bages offers up aromas of rich cassis fruit mingled with hints of pencil shavings, loamy soil and cigar wrapper. Full-bodied, deep and muscular, it's rich and layered, with a concentrated core of fruit that's framed by firm, powdery tannins and lively acids. The most brooding, backward Lynch-Bages of the decade and one of the real successes of the vintage, this is a vibrant, tightly wound wine that is still an infant at age 10. Readers with bottles in their cellars might try one now out of curiosity, but this 2010 won't begin to hit its stride until age 20.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 20, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2055\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSimilarly Cabernet Sauvignon-driven, like Grand-Puy-Lacoste, but with more depth and power. Exudes dark, ripe blackberry and cassis with distinct iodine freshness. While the 70% new oak is fully integrated, it will be even better in 10 years (the 2000 vintage is perfect today). The length is amazing. A regal wine requiring a regal dish. Try with beef Wellington.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 18+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 12, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2050\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"FR\"\u003e79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAged for 15 months in oak barrels (70% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep colour, although not quite as dark as 2009. Complex and perhaps a little fresher. Concentrated but without the fat and volume of 2009. Huge structure with the tannins finely honed. Long and lithe on the finish. Less exuberant and seductive at this stage compared with the previous vintage but has the same potential. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLynchbages.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutstandingly consistent quality…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate’s reputation as a top quality wine producer took off in 1945 after a series of exceptional vintages. Over the years, the wines have gained finesse and complexity. Château Lynch-Bages is defined by its outstandingly consistent quality. Vintage after vintage, the wine has acquired greater accuracy, adding distinction to the hedonistic that made its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine’s distinctive character has earned it a place amongst Pauillac’s greatest. Generous right from its youth, it develops structure, finesse and elegance as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2009 Blend\u003cbr\u003e79%Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e18%Merlot\u003cbr\u003e2%Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e1%Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e« Bis repetita placent… » Horace, Art poétique,V.365.\u003cbr\u003eFollowing the superb 2009 vintage, came 2010 to rival it… Both 2009 and 2010 had great amounts of alcohol, tannins and colour. The big difference between the vintages is in the acid levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndeed, thanks to the cool nights and generally lower temperatures, 2010 had much higher levels of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a nutshell, the growing season was extremely dry but without extremes of temperature, so the grapes were small with thick skins, rich in colour and tannin and fresh of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe relatively cool, sunny weather that prevailed during ripening was propitious to preserving fruit and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harvest started in summery weather on Monday September 27, and was completed on October 14. 2010 Lynch-Bages has all the hallmarks of a very great vintage. 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The Cabernet Franc contributes an energetic lift, bringing freshness to the full-bodied, concentrated fruit and spicy layers on the palate. With a firm backbone of tannins and a refreshing finish, this wine shows remarkable balance and aging potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96-98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 24, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Calon-Segur is blended of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot (14.9% alcohol). It is anticipated to age for 20 months in barriques, 100% new. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs just a little coaxing before it reveals seductive notes of baked cherries, warm cassis, licorice and smoked meats with nuances of hoisin, camphor, Chinese five spice and dried roses with a waft of cardamom. Full-bodied and completely packed with concentrated black fruit and spice layers, it has a firm frame of grainy tannins and a wicked backbone of freshness giving an energetic lift to the very long finish. There's lots of brightness coming from the Cabernet Franc component in here, but it is nonetheless a decadent expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e2018 was complicated to vinify because of the potentially high alcohols,” Laurent Dufau, Managing Director of Calon-Ségur and Capbern informed me. “Also, you had to be very gentle with extraction. You had to be soft, so as not to extract too much. The alcohol percentage of the Merlot was concerning—some came in at 16% potential alcohol! And the Cabernet Franc this year was amazing on this terroir.” Merlot was picked from September 19 to 25. The Cabernets came in September 26 to October 5. Petit Verdot came in on October 8th. Yields were pretty good here on average in 2018: 41 hectoliters per hectare.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis year marks the final stages\/completion of years of vineyard restructuring, new aging cellars and a gravity-fed vat room at Château Calon-Ségur. Most notably, they have been increasing vine density and slowly working on bringing more Cabernet Sauvignon rather than Merlot on line, as was the blend traditionally. No doubt about it, quality at Calon-Ségur has been on an upward trajectory in recent years!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 3, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of redcurrants and plums with blueberries and black licorice, following through to a full body that?s so refined and polished, the tannins integrated wonderfully into the fruit. Fresh, linear and persistent. Real clarity and purity to this. Try after 2025. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 20, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2030-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Bluer than some of its peers. Rich but open nose. Thick and sweet with the sweetness almost distracting from the tannin. Dramatic. Just very slightly chewy tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eCalon-segur.fr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grand Vin of Calon Ségur mirrors its terroir. It is rare, authentic and stirs the soul. In the most natural way, it reveals both great delicacy and outstanding intensity. All the magic of Calon is in this balance. The wine is aged in new oak barrels for 20 months, the tannins of the oak integrating harmoniously over time with the tannins of the grapes. The style is brought by a Cabernet Sauvignon which expresses its finesse without arrogance. Elegance is to be found everywhere, in the purity of the wine’s flavours, in the delicacy of its texture, while its depth and length are also superb. The wine’s extraordinary ability to age many years in bottle is another feature of the estate. The 1947, 1953 and 1982 vintages, by way of example, still display astonishing signs of youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPPELLATION\u003cbr\u003eSaint-Estèphe.\u003cbr\u003eThird classified Growth in 1855.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONSULTANT ŒNOLOGIST\u003cbr\u003eÉric Boissenot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSOIL\u003cbr\u003eA thick layer of gravel laid down during the Quaternary Period. Predominantly clay\u003cbr\u003esub-soil from the Tertiary Period. At the summit of the gravel deposits, there is also\u003cbr\u003ea fine layer of clay of lacustrine origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINEYARD AREA\u003cbr\u003e55 ha (136 acres).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAREA IN PRODUCTION\u003cbr\u003e45 ha (50 ha planted).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGRAPE VARIETIES\u003cbr\u003e57% Cabernet sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 7% Cabernet franc, 2% petit Verdot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAVERAGE AGE OF THE VINES\u003cbr\u003e20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTRAINING METHOD\u003cbr\u003eDouble Guyot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLANTING DENSITY\u003cbr\u003e8,000 vines\/ha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHARVEST\u003cbr\u003eHand picking. A first selection of grapes on the vine. Mechanical sorting of the grapes by vibration, followed by hand sorting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINIFICATION\u003cbr\u003eTemperature-controlled tronconical stainless-steel tanks. Vatting period for 18 to 21 days. Microbubbling. Co-inoculation, exogenous yeast and bacterias, in stainless steel tank at 25°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAGEING\u003cbr\u003e20 months, 100% new barrels. Fining with egg white.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966569955392,"sku":"RDFR20180139","price":267.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-calon-segur-saint-estephe-grand-cru-750ml-new-label.jpg?v=1776750141"},{"product_id":"chateau-brane-cantenac-margaux-2016-750ml","title":"Chateau Brane Cantenac Margaux 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2016 Château Brane-Cantenac is an exceptional wine, praised by critics for its classical Margaux style. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Carmenère, it has a beautifully defined bouquet with mineral-rich black fruits, cedar, and graphite. On the palate, it's complex and elegant, with fine tannins, well-pitched acidity, and a long, persistent finish. This wine combines density, power, and freshness, showing remarkable balance and refinement. Aging potential of 30 to 40 years, it's expected to evolve beautifully, reaching its peak after 2024. This vintage is considered one of the estate’s finest, with a long lifespan, making it a benchmark for future vintages.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96-98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 28, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2060\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 Brane-Cantenac is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Carmenere picked from 22 September until 17 October (the tiny parcel of Carmenere picked three days later). The yields came in at 51 hectoliters per hectare and it is matured in 75% new oak and 25% one-year-old barrels, the final alcohol level 13.3%. It has a beautifully defined, very detailed bouquet with mineral-rich black fruit laced with cedar and graphite notes, living up to its nom de plume as the \"Pauillac of Margaux.\" The palate is simply the best that I have ever tasted at the estate, without question. This has presence, but also weightlessness, filigree tannin and perfectly pitched acidity, with real intensity and drive. The tension here is outstanding and the persistence is incredibly long. It is not the showiest of all the 2016s by a long stretch, and yet it is everything you could possibly want from a Margaux. Like Beychevelle this year, the 2016 Brane-Cantenac puts recent vintages in the shade, thanks not only to the growing season, but also a new punching down system in their gravity-fed winery that was completed in 2015. The 2016 is a benchmark against which future vintages will be compared.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 25, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo much ripe and sweet tobacco on the nose with currant and blackberry character. Full body, intense tannins with density and beauty. It’s a wine with great structure and panache for this estate. Try after 2024.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 96\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 18, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRacy aromatic nobility, with cassis, white flower, graphite and blackberry. A second growth for a rather friendly price (in context), this wine displays subtle density, power, freshness and elegance. It has the tannic structure for the long haul, but is already silky in its elegance. Best to wait just a few more years however for a more optimal drinking window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 6, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTasted blind. Sweet and easy. Not dramatic but well mannered and all in balance. Inky and very Margaux. Henri Lurton and his sustainable viticulture will presumably be very pleased that his wine was the group's second-favourite Margaux after Ch Margaux in this Southwold tasting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrane-cantenac.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Style:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purple colour. Very complex nose revealing aromas of black fruits, toast, vanilla, and floral and fresh notes. In the palate the wine is supple and round, the tannic structure is fine and silky, and the finish persists with a very pleasant aromatic back palate. A wine dense, fleshy with a remarkable depth and a perfect balance: refined and powerful tannins. Probably one of the greatest vintages of those two last years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecant 1h30 to 2h before - Serve at 18°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing potential\u003cbr\u003e30 to 40 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine pairing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePavé de boeuf, truffled mashed potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeather conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2016 was a dry year but paradoxically yields were high. Very fortunately, there was a sudden improvement in the weather during flowering. Luck was with us again in mid-September with beneficial rain that enabled ripening to be completed. The Cabernet grapes from the fourth terrace were absolutely magnificent, thanks to this terroir’s exceptional resistance to drought conditions. One of the greatest, if not the greatest Brane!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest dates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22\/09 to 17\/10\/2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carmenère\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINIFICATION\u003cbr\u003eIn oak casks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e18 months in French oak barrels, with 70% new\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966574248000,"sku":"RDFR20160114","price":185.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Brane-Cantenac-Margaux-2016-750ml.jpg?v=1753789031"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-las-cases-st-julien-1998-750ml","title":"Chateau Leoville Las Cases St-Julien 1998 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1998 Château Léoville Las Cases is a remarkable wine, blending 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc. It has a deep garnet color with a touch of brick, offering an expressive nose of crème de cassis, blackberry preserves, and prunes, complemented by notes of cigar box, licorice, pencil lead, and a hint of espresso. The palate is medium to full-bodied, rich with velvety tannins and enough freshness to keep it vibrant. It finishes long and spicy, showcasing a youthful character despite its age. With its excellent balance of fruit and evolution, this wine is in a sweet spot for drinking now but will continue to develop for another 20 years or more. The terroir, located in the renowned Clos Léoville Las Cases, contributes to its complexity and polished expression, making it a standout wine from this exceptional vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 4, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2041\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1998 Léoville Las Cases is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet colored with a touch of brick, it delivers pronounced, beautifully pure crème de cassis, blackberry preserves and prunes scents with an undercurrent of cigar box, licorice, pencil lead and hoisin, plus a touch of espresso. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has impressive richness and depth, coating the mouth with velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and spicy. Still very youthful, this wine is in that sweet spot where it has considerable evolution and yet bags of fruit. Drink it now and for the next 20 years+. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaines-delon.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grand Vin is the product of exceptional terroirs from the former Léoville estate.\u003cbr\u003eThese terroirs are located mainly in the Clos Léoville Las Cases, which you pass as you leave Saint- Julien village for Pauillac. They extend over nearly 60ha producing Cabernet Sauvignons and Cabernet Francs with a complex, polished expression and characteristics which are totally unique to the Grand Vin of Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases and have been widely recognized for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINTAGE 1998\u003cbr\u003eThe 1998 vintage was marked by an early budburst and flowering. August was particularly hot and dry, which encouraged excellent grape ripening. This was not significantly affected by the brief rainfall during the September harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTECHNICAL INFORMATION\u003cbr\u003eBlend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003eHarvest dates: September 23 – October 12, 1998\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.91% vol. \/ Total acidity: 3.45 g H₂SO₄\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTERROIR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"257\" class=\"\"\u003eLe Grand Enclos de Las Cases boasts a terroir of remarkable complexity. Mainly composed of Quaternary gravel resting on gravelly-sandy and gravelly-clay subsoils, it also features clays of varying depth and density, sometimes even surfacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"509\" class=\"\"\u003eThe nearby Gironde River is the source of this rich soil diversity, shaped over time by successive geological layers. The river also creates a highly specific microclimate that allows grapes to ripen very early and protects the vineyard from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"690\" class=\"\"\u003eThis patchwork of geological formations directly influences vine development and grape quality. It is this incomparable terroir that gives the grand vin its distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966574444608,"sku":"RDFR19981036","price":468.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-leoville-las-cases-saint-julien-medoc-750ml.jpg?v=1776388706"},{"product_id":"chateau-canon-st-emilion-2018-750ml","title":"Chateau Canon St-Emilion 2018 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2018 Château Canon is a wine that showcases the essence of Saint-Emilion with an elegant balance between richness and freshness. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this vintage highlights the distinct minerality of the terroir, paired with a layer of opulent fruit and a finely polished finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 3, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackberries and tar with wet-earth and dark-bark aromas. Dark-chocolate and brownie notes, too. It’s full-bodied with creamy tannins and a round, caressing finish. Lovely focus and intensity, though dense and layered. Extremely creamy and polished. Really precise and bespoke. It already opens beautifully on the palate. Drink after 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 98\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 10, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful Canon that performs the 360-degree trick in your mouth of expanding up, down and out. Of course a little austere right now at this young age, but already walking the tightrope towards richness; the creaminess in the texture becomes clear after 20 minutes in the glass. This has salinity, purity, precision and grip, showing its distinct personality and its ability to draw juice and mouthwatering expression from the fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Cabernet Franc Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 31, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2052\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Canon has a pH of 3.69 and 14% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it tumbles effortlessly out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of candied violets, preserved plums, black cherry compote and Ceylon tea with hints of kirsch, powdered cinnamon, chocolate box and fertile loam. The medium to full-bodied palate is packed with juicy black fruit layers, supported by plush, oh-so-soft tannins and well-knit freshness, finishing long and fragrant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 9, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite pale; quite a simple colour. Tea-leaf aroma. Not that concentrated but nicely balanced. Very fresh – as though it’s trying to play that card! Canon? Lots on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateaucanon.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanon’s wines reflect the huge rigour of the Saint-Emilion plateau. Freshness hones the huge voluptuousness. A pure, clean nectar that draws all of the minerality’s tension. A fine wine. The protruding power of the vine rooted in the rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Canon offers a masterful, full, direct personality. The opulence of the fruit creates tension with the mineral freshness. A game of light and shadows between the quarries and the plateau. Reflecting the vineyard’s density of sunlight.\u003cbr\u003eIndomitable fullness. A favourite. 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Try after 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 10, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has so much tannic power, with density, layers and structure along with layers of blackberry, liquorice, baked earth, cigar box and the signature exotic spices of Mouton. A big, textured and complex wine that is taking it all in its stride. 100% new oak. There is the tiniest touch of Petit Verdot in the blend, but under 1%, so it’s not in the official figures. 62% of production went into the grand vin. 3.78pH. 88IPT. The artist for this vintage is Xu Bing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 31, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2067\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Mouton Rothschild is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc there is also a splash of all the Petit Verdot they had, but it doesn?t even register in the percentage. It has 13.8% alcohol, which is relatively modest for the vintage. Deep garnet-purple colored, it straight away pops with bright, vivacious notes of crushed blackcurrants, juicy blackberries and redcurrant jelly with slowly emerging nuances of candied violets, stewed plums, licorice and black tea, plus a waft of dusty red soil. The medium-bodied palate is built like a brick house with super firm, super ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the muscular black fruits, finishing long and savory with lingering mineral suggestions. This is so, so delicious and, due to the ripeness of tannins, approachable now. It will be difficult to keep your mitts off it for a good 5-7 years, when all those tightly tucked away nuances should begin to emerge. After that, it should improve over the course of 25 years or more and drink for 40+. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 18.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 10, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2028-2048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTasted blind. 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Ducru is on a roll, with fine efforts over recent vintages, including an exceptional 1994, spectacular 1995, and what looks to be an equally profound, super-concentrated 1996. A top-notch effort in this vintage, Ducru-Beaucaillou's 1994 displays a dark purple color, a textbook, cassis, mineral, licorice, and floral-scented nose, medium body, outstanding extract and purity, moderate tannin, and a persuasively rich, sweet, spicy finish. Everything is well-integrated (including the tannin). This should prove to be a classic St.-Julien. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-ducru-beaucaillou.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 300 years, six families have nurtured an indelible bond with Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. They are forever captives of this prestigious estate, be they named Desjean, Bergeron, Ducru, Johnston, Desbarat, or Borie. Its families were never short of praise for it. Over the decades, this devotion has managed to overcome all that is accidental or fleeting, as if passion perfected Nature's opus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Ducru-Beaucaillou owes its name to its \"beautiful pebbles\" (\"beaux Cailloux\", in French) that geologists refer to less romantically as Gunzian gravel. These quartz pebbles were deposited by the ancient Garonne at the beginning of the early Quaternary period, some two million years ago. It suffices to take a walk through the vineyards to make rich lithological finds. Lydian jasper from the Pyrenees, flint, quartz, agatoids... These Gunzian gravels make for soils that are poor in plant nutrients. But it is their very agrological paucity that guarantees the qualitative excellence of the wines. A choice of nature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is in the glass. The allure is immediate. A soft, fruity attack on the palate, a voluptuousness underscored by perfectly integrated, silky tannins that culminate in an exceptionally lengthy finish. The aromas dance, flatter the nose, seduce the soul and penetrate the memory. A muse that arrives on tiptoe and leave a lasting, infinite souvenir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966575165504,"sku":"RDFR19940487","price":388.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Ducru-Beaucaillou-Saint-Julien-1994-750ml.jpg?v=1753789351"},{"product_id":"chateau-margaux-1997-750ml","title":"Chateau Margaux 1997 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1997 Chateau Margaux shines as the best of the First Growths from a difficult year. Its vibrant aromas of mint, blackberries, violets, and blueberries are complemented by a rounded palate of black fruits, cassis, tobacco, and a touch of Asian spice. While lacking the depth of some other years, this wine offers exceptional elegance, purity, and balance, making it a superb success for the vintage. Already showing great harmony, it’s ready to enjoy but will hold its charm through 2025.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 31, 2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink: 2008-2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe best of the First Growth ‘97s. A limpid, garnet\/ruby core with ruby rim. The nose is exquisite with great delineation and purity with much more vigour that the other Firsts. Mint, blackberries, violets and blueberries all leap from the glass, oblivious to the fact that they stem from a poor vintage. The palate has a slightly voluptuous feel to it, rounded black fruits, raspberry, cassis, tobacco, graphite and a touch of Asian spice towads the finish. Sheer class. A superb success for Paul Pontallier in a difficult vintage. Drink now-2025. Tasted September 2006. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Oct 23, 2007\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2005-2012\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDark crimson right out to the rim. Very Margaux attack (aromatic) with good intensity to begin with but this wine went nowhere in the glass. Fragrant and pretty to begin with it was relatively light on the palate and the fruit seemed to recede in the glass. Difficult to imagine this getting much better and more complex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-margaux.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generally adverse weather conditions during the month of August prevented the grapes from acquiring the concentration achieved in great vintages. However, the exceptional weather in September and during the harvest helped to produce an excellent level of ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Château Margaux 1997 is remarkable for its great elegance and aromatic finesse, which are worthy of the great vintages, and also for its harmony and balance on the palate where the tannins are well integrated and almost smooth already. All that is missing in fact is a little density and depth in order to be a true great vintage.\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is already so enjoyable, it can be drunk now, but there is no rush, quite the contrary. This is a real success in a vintage often considered complicated. ( October 2018)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966576672832,"sku":"RDFR19971159","price":998.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-margaux-1997-750ml.jpg?v=1776415873"},{"product_id":"chateau-margaux-1998-750ml","title":"Chateau Margaux 1998 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 1998 Chateau Margaux is beginning to show its maturity, with developing aromas of blackcurrant, mint, cedar, and a touch of earthy gunflint. Despite its age, it retains surprising youthfulness and freshness, with supple tannins and vibrant acidity leading to a long, elegant finish. A classic vintage, it combines power and finesse, and it has a long life ahead, continuing to evolve into something truly exceptional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 19, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe slightly lighter colour and developing aromas demonstrate that this is starting to mature. Still, the abundant blackcurrant fruit aromas are touched with mint and just a suggestion of cedar, gunflint and earth. The texture is still firm, but the tannins are smooth and supple, and the bright, fresh acidity leads to an impressively long finish. The wine is more about finesse, but it remains surprisingly youthful and should have a long life ahead of it.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 8% Cabernet Franc 75% Cabernet Sauvignon 17% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 23, 2001\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2006-2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1998 Margaux's color is a dense ruby\/purple. The wine is tannic and austere, but elegant, with notes of asphalt, blackberries, acacia flowers, and sweet, toasty oak. Subtle, rich, nicely-textured, and medium-bodied, it is built for the long haul. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 18.5+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 18, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep crimson. Powerful, direct aroma. Strongly cassis. Fresh and yet mouth-filling and almost creamy\/buttery on the palate in terms of texture. Very clean and fresh. Hint of char. Very convincing as a first growth. Long and rich. Direct with masses of fruit disguising the slightly grainy tannins. Tangy and lively… You could drink this with food now! Very good wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-margaux.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage 1998\u003cbr\u003eWe came very close to making a great vintage. It was a question of a few showers at the beginning of the harvest... From the beginning, the wines, whether Merlot or Cabernet, had astonishing concentration, recalling the 1995 and 1996 vintages. At first, they tended to be a little firm and austere, but with barrel aging they gained a lot of roundness and harmony. Today, Château Margaux 1998 displays aromas of great freshness in which fruit, particularly red berry fruit, is to the fore and in which lingering hints of vanilla and roasted coffee beans mingle slowly into the wine. The impression on the palate is of great power with fresh, firm but fat tannins, which give this wine a very classic dimension. 1998 is undeniably a long-aging wine and should ideally be held for several more years before drinking. 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A hint of graphite complements the abundant fruit, while its medium to full body is both elegant and powerful. The wine has a long finish, sweet tannins, and a delicate yet intense profile. It’s made in the signature Haut-Brion style, combining delicacy with depth. 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There is a hint of graphite in the abundant fruit. The wine is medium to full-bodied, nuanced, subtle, deep, and provocatively elegant. It is made in a style that only Haut Brion appears capable of achieving. The finish is extremely long, the tannins sweet, and the overall impression one of delicacy interwoven with power and ripeness. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 4, 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of tobacco, hints of forest floor. Full-bodied, open and flavorful. Herbs and spice. 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Give it 5-6 years of cellaring and hope the tannin melts away sufficiently for the fruit to come forward. It should last for two decades, but will it ever be balanced? \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Sep 18, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2008-2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Blackcurrant compote on the nose. Very monotone at the moment with lots of everything tucked in. Bone-dry finish with some stoniness. 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The wine is then aged between 16 and 18 months in French oak barrels of which 60% are brand new, in a cellar maintained at 15 °.\u003cbr\u003eThe wines are topped up 3 times a week to avoid any contact between the wine and the air, the racking is traditional using the so-called \"à l'esquive\" method.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966577524800,"sku":"RDFR19991013","price":248.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Leoville-Barton-St-Julien_750ml.jpg?v=1753789662"},{"product_id":"chateau-margaux-2002-750ml","title":"Chateau Margaux 2002 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2002 Chateau Margaux may have started off under difficult growing conditions, but it has evolved into a wine that is surprising in its elegance. With a youthful, dark color and aromas of pomegranate, raspberry, cedar, and smoke, it has a lighter body with fresh acidity and moderate length. While not built for long aging, this wine showcases the quality of the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc in a more approachable style. It’s a delightful vintage with good freshness and concentration, offering enjoyment now, though it will continue to evolve through the next decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 19, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSurprisingly dark colour and the aromas are still reasonably youthful, with notes of pomegranate and raspberry shaded with cedar and smoke. The feel on the palate is light in body and somewhat astringent, with fresh acidity and moderate length. Ultimately, the wine is not lacking ripeness but is a decidedly lighter style and not for long ageing. 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The cool, wet 2002 growing season was derided early on by observers, including myself, but this is a thoroughly pleasant wine.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 8% Cabernet Franc 87% Cabernet Sauvignon 8% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 29, 2005\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerforming better from bottle than at any time in cask (which of course is the objective of great winemaking, isn't it?), this wine reveals a dense ruby\/purple color in a style somewhat reminiscent of the 1988 but with more power, concentration, and volume. It has a beautifully elegant nose of black fruits intermixed with truffle, flower, and oak. The wine is medium to full-bodied, dense, with wonderful precision, freshness, and a long, full-bodied finish with impressive levels of concentration. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2030. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Nov 8, 2012\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrimson with a slightly pale rim. Buckwheat nose. Quite skinny and with marked acidity. This wine initially had a note that was almost green and underripe. Not that long. But it opened out a little in the glass and was the most improved wine after 24 hours in the decanter. It became a little more voluptuous and might have earned a score of 17.5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-margaux.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage 2002\u003cbr\u003eThe Merlot yields, especially those from old vines, were seriously affected by the onset of coulure and particularly millerandage. We might have thought that a relatively low production would have enabled the grapes to reach better ripeness levels; however, the fine weather arrived too late for the Merlot, whose ripeness was too far behind to catch up. The quality of the Merlot was, on the whole, disappointing. On the other hand, the Cabernets and the Petit Verdot took full advantage of this Indian summer, which so often produces very good, even great vintages in Bordeaux. Their quality was, on the whole, remarkable. Our final blend, therefore, includes very little Merlot (it may even be the lowest ever proportion in history at Château Margaux). So it is essentially a wine made up of fine, pure, rich, tight-knit and tender Cabernet Sauvignon. It may lack some complexity and depth in order to be considered a great vintage. Very fine September weather can certainly make up most of the lost ground, but it cannot totally replace the ripeness that is achieved during a glorious August. After the bottling, Château Margaux 2002 had acquired even more finesse, without losing any of that classic tight-knit tannic structure which bodes so well for excellent aging. We recommend, ideally, waiting for a few more years even if it already gives a lot of pleasure. (October 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966577852480,"sku":"RDFR20021164","price":1090.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-margaux-2002-750ml.jpg?v=1776415474"},{"product_id":"chateau-darmailhac-pauillac-2000-750ml","title":"Chateau D'Armailhac Pauillac 2000 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2000 Château d'Armailhac is a well-aged wine with developed aromas of red fruit, liquorice, and spice, complemented by smooth, mature tannins. Its floral and smoky notes have evolved, offering a complex and harmonious finish. The wine is ready to drink, showcasing a refined balance between fruit and tannins, and should remain enjoyable for a few more years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 89\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 29, 2010\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight downgrade from my original score, this wine is quite evolved, displaying ripe plum, black currant, and chocolate notes as well as hints of cedar and espresso. Soft, round, and close to full maturity, overall it is a medium-bodied wine to drink now and over the next decade or more. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 6, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2018\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStill some blue. Quite dense and chunky on the nose. Very, very sweet palate entry, then very youthful tannins. Relatively dramatic and still rough-edged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-darmailhac.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: 25 September to 6 October \u003cbr\u003eVarietal mix: Cabernet Sauvignon 58%, Merlot 42% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting notes: The wine has a fine, dark red colour with a garnet tint. \u003cbr\u003eThe nose, both floral and full of fruit, reveals fine smoky notes. \u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, well-balanced structure on forward mature tannins, mingles with red fruit flavours (redcurrant, blackcurrant), liquorice and spices. \u003cbr\u003eThe long, lingering finish, displaying a fine harmony between round and full-bodied tannins, bodes well for this characteristic vintage. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClimatic conditions: \u003cbr\u003eAfter a cold, dry start to the year, a change in the weather pattern brought higher-than-average temperatures and rainfall from February. Budding took place at the end of March, and the mild weather persisted through April. May and June were very warm, with average rainfall; a number of storms were recorded in May. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first flowers appeared on 23 May. Rapid and even flowering augured well for the rest of the vegetation cycle. The first fortnight of July, cool and wet, was followed by a prolonged period of fine weather. A generally reliable indicator of future quality, the mid-veraison point was noted 7 to 8 days earlier than average for Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (4 and 5 August respectively, rather than 11 and 13), and two days earlier than average for Cabernet Franc (12 August rather than 14). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA few very hot days in late July and early August interrupted the growth of the vine, helping to concentrate sugar and phenols in the berries. The fine weather continued in September; some light rain ensured that the grapes reached full maturity. The harvest took place in good conditions, with plenty of sun during the day. The grapes were healthy, well-coloured, tannic and full of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966578245696,"sku":"RDFR20000363","price":235.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-d-armailhac-pauillac-newer-750ml.jpg?v=1760087455"},{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-2008-1500ml","title":"Chateau Lynch Bages Pauillac 2008 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2008 Lynch-Bages is a wine of remarkable depth and complexity, offering powerful aromas of cassis, cranberry, dried florals, and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied and vibrant, with a fine balance of acidity, firm tannins, and a layered, textured profile. The wine’s youthful energy and strong structure suggest it has great aging potential, and it will continue to evolve beautifully over the next two decades. While it can be enjoyed now, further cellaring will unlock even more of its richness and finesse.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 31, 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sensational effort for the vintage, this textured, opulent, superb Lynch Bages is already strutting its stuff and should easily last for 20 years. Medium to full-bodied with an opaque dense purple color, notes of flowers and cassis, a layered texture that builds incrementally in the mouth and tremendous purity and depth, it can be drunk now or cellared for two decades or more. Bravo! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 16, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots of currant and lemon rind undertones. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Tight and linear but pretty and bright. Just opening now. Drink or hold. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 1, 2018\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore concentrated and tannic than many of the other Pauillacs in this vintage, with powerful cassis fruits, notes of liquorice and still-chewy tannins, with cigar box and menthol starting to tunnel though. It could do with another few years, and it's built to go the decades. Accomplished and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 12, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2038\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. Aged for 15 months in oak barrels (75% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYouthful purple-black hue. Dark-fruit and liquorice notes. Shows little or no evolution. Fine-boned, fresh and elegant on the palate. Medium-bodied and lithe but with plenty of drive. Strong structure despite an absence of weight. Worth waiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLynchbages.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutstandingly consistent quality…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate’s reputation as a top quality wine producer took off in 1945 after a series of exceptional vintages. Over the years, the wines have gained finesse and complexity. Château Lynch-Bages is defined by its outstandingly consistent quality. Vintage after vintage, the wine has acquired greater accuracy, adding distinction to the hedonistic that made its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine’s distinctive character has earned it a place amongst Pauillac’s greatest. 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This year once again, we saw proof that the combination of great terroirs with interventionist viticulture gradually produces remarkable rich grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLynch-Bages 2008 displays nice aromas of cranberry, dried floral notes, and tobacco. The palate has nice energy and acidity with excellent tannin structure. A very good blend of intensity, depth, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966578507840,"sku":"RDFR20081111","price":650.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lynch-Bages-1500ml.jpg?v=1706147624"},{"product_id":"chateau-dissan-margaux-2011-750ml","title":"Chateau D'Issan Margaux 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2011 Château d’Issan offers a beautiful balance of concentration and energy, a hallmark of the Margaux region. It has a touch of florality and a savory character with dry fruit notes, complemented by a juicy freshness. Made from 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and 31% Merlot, it's full-bodied with fine tannins and a long, elegant finish. With aging potential, it's great now but will continue to evolve until 2040. This wine showcases the classic elegance of Margaux with its soft, supple texture and remarkable purity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 19, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is great, easily one of the best of the Margaux lineup. It has concentration and that sense of 2011 savoury, almost dry fruit but it is balanced by juice and a sense of energy. Great feeling of Margaux character with touches of florality. 57% of production in the first wine.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 69% Cabernet Sauvignon 31% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 13, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorgeous aromas of orange peel, mint, bay leaf and currants. Full to medium body, chewy tannins and a lightly austere finish. Walnut. Needs more time to soften. Better in 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eApr 30, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts bigger sister, the 2011 d’Issan exhibits an attractive perfume of black cherries, earth and background loamy soil and oak notes. Although elegant, medium-bodied and well-made, it is less impressive than other vintages have been over the last 10-15 years. Drink it over the next decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 21, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright crimson. Light, rather occluded nose. But good ripe fruit on the palate. Not quite enough mellifluous follow-through but decent enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-issan.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau d’Issan is a Third Growth of the 1855 Imperial Classification. The wine is made from the old vines in the Château d’Issan enclosure in the middle of the Margaux appellation. The soil here is mainly made up of surface gravel on top of a clay subsoil, which contributes to optimal ripeness and freshness in our two grape varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Château d’Issan expresses the exquisite bouquet so characteristic of Margaux, and stands out with its suppleness, subtlety, elegance and long keeping potential that come from its unique terroir. Château d’Issan is aged in barrels for 16 to 18 months, half of which are new. Annual production is around 100,000 bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2011 is a superb vintage, thanks to improving weather after the atypical spring and meticulous care in the vineyard during sorting, and in the cellar. It’s a worthy successor to 2009 \u0026amp; 2010 and very much in the same line, exhibiting elegance, grace and balance with mature fruit, fine tannins, and a beautiful structure. The purity is remarkable, with an exhilarating freshness and the silky texture which is hallmark of Margaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted by the team on june 2012.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest 12 \u0026gt; 26 september\u003cbr\u003eBlend Cabernet Sauvignon 69% Merlot 31%\u003cbr\u003eElevage 50% new barrels\u003cbr\u003eYield 36 hl\/ha\u003cbr\u003eProportion 1st wine 57%\u003cbr\u003epH 3.73\u003cbr\u003eTotal acidity (g\/1 H2SO4) 3.54\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol (% vol.) 13.23\u003cbr\u003eBottling 25 april 2013\u003cbr\u003eProduction 90 000 bottles\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966578638912,"sku":"RDFR20110417","price":155.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-d-issan-margaux-750ml.jpg?v=1760008715"},{"product_id":"chateau-montrose-st-estephe-2011-750ml","title":"Chateau Montrose St-Estephe 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA structured, firmly traditional Montrose from a challenging vintage, showing depth, restraint, and slow-developing charm. Tight, angular tannins frame notes of cassis, plum, spice, and licorice, with hints of toast and earth emerging over time. A wine of tension and potential, rewarding patience and classic Bordeaux sensibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 19, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere the tannins are extremely angular and unyielding. This is classic Montrose that is a little firm and nanny-ish at this point, although as it opens in the glass you see a generosity to the fruit coming to the fore, with sweet blueberry and raspberry notes. Well handled but lacks the generosity of 2010 and 2009. Petit Verdot 3% completes the blend. Harvest September 2 to 27.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 12% Cabernet Franc 63% Cabernet Sauvignon 22% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(159, 12, 4); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 21, 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomewhat lost in the shadow of the 2010 and 2009 duo, the 2011 Montrose is a somewhat firm, old-school wine, but it has plenty of depth and character and represents a good value for readers prepared to be patient. Unwinding in the glass with aromas of cassis, sweet berries, plums and licorice complemented by hints of loamy soil, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, with good depth at the core and a long, structured finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(159, 12, 4); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 18, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a tannic, chewy Montrose with lots of spice, berry and earth character. Full body, chewy and fruity. Intense tannins. Try in 2018 when the tannins soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 21, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2027\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTasted blind. Light nose. A bit vapid and not too austere. Just lacks a little life but it’s perfectly respectable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-montrose.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMain characteristics of the vintage 2011\u003cbr\u003eSnow, drought, heat waves, hail… the weather did not spare the Médoc vineyards for 2011! This year more than ever, the vintners got closer to their environment which forced them to adapt their techniques specifically to the weather conditions. In the vineyard, the work was difficult and intense; repeated efforts and full attention were required for the grapes to ripe. In the cellar, the vinification of each vat was carefully monitored and controlled to extract accurate and silky tannins. Balance, freshness, and fine aromas were qualities we sought for precisely along with well defined yet supple tannins, all to reveal the best of the wonderful terroir, Chateau Montrose’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod of Harvest: September 2nd – September 27th\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003eCabernet-Sauvignon: 63 %\u003cbr\u003eMerlot: 22 %\u003cbr\u003eCabernet franc: 12%\u003cbr\u003ePetit Verdot: 3 %\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes\u003cbr\u003eA fine and elegant robe, with beautiful intense and dark garnet\u003cbr\u003eThe nose, powerful and harmonious, is pleasantly woody. Aerated, it reveals lightly toasted aromas, followed with hints of ripe fruits and liquorice.\u003cbr\u003eThe palate is full and soft with tight tannins and a light sweetness.\u003cbr\u003eThe after-taste is long and harmonious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966578704448,"sku":"RDFR20111218","price":218.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-montrose-saint-estephe-2011-750ml.jpg?v=1759400607"},{"product_id":"chateau-grand-puy-lacoste-pauillac-2011-750ml","title":"Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste Pauillac 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2011 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a classic, structured Pauillac that reflects the elegance and precision of the estate’s terroir. Dominated by 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, it opens with notes of black fruits, licorice, and spice, evolving with air to reveal smoky, mineral undertones. The palate is full-bodied and balanced, with firm yet refined tannins and a savory, persistent finish. Approachable now but still with years of life ahead, this vintage offers a refined expression of Grand-Puy-Lacoste’s signature style.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 18, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe licorice, tar and spice character with dried fruits and currants impresses me. Full body with firm tannins and a chewy finish. This is even better now than from barrel. Better in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 19, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2021-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe savoury, floral edge of Cabernet on gravel is fully on display, and it needs time in the glass to soften and unroll. After a few minutes, the smoky side comes out, and the lean but concentrated berry fruit, although the tannins are a little crunchy. Delicious, a very classic Pauillac, full of pencil lead and crushed stone. 75% new oak.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon 22% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 30, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2029\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dense ruby\/purple-colored 2011 Grand Puy Lacoste exhibits a charming, open-knit bouquet of red and black fruits. It is a savory, medium-bodied, flavorful, well-endowed Pauillac from Xavier Borie that can be enjoyed over the next 10-15+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-grand-puy-lacoste.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e78% Cabernet Sauvignon - 22% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note\u003cbr\u003eGrand-Puy-Lacoste 2011 owes its structure and style, yet again, to a significant majority of Cabernet Sauvignon (78%) which reflects the richness and potential of our terroir.\u003cbr\u003eIts color is a deep and intense red. The bouquet releases the typical aromas of black fruits and blackcurrant with added spices. The attack on the palate is pronounced, showing a structure that is both elegant and balanced.\u003cbr\u003eAll together the wine allies finesse, freshness and persistence. We find this wine very much in the idiom of the fine vintages of Grand-Puy-Lacoste where elegance aligns with tannins which are both ripe and suave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-theme-red break-after-avoid opacity-0 appear animation-finish\" data-controller=\"animations--transform\" data-animations--transform-x-value=\"-20\" data-animations--transform-duration-value=\"1.6\" data-animations--transform-delay-value=\"0\" data-animations--transform-ease-value=\"sine.out\"\u003eTotal surface area of the estate: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e90 hectares around the Château\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVineyard in production: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e55 hectares in one block around the Château\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAverage age of the vineyard: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e38 years old\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTerroir: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVery deep coarse gravel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVineyard grape varieties: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e75% Cabernet Sauvignon - 20% Merlot - 5% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlanting density: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e10 000 vines\/hectares\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGrafting: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRiparia gloire \u0026amp; 101.14\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVineyard management: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMechanical ploughing of the soil Viticulture practices: Spraying kept to the absolute effective minimum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHarvest: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eExclusively hand picked\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGrape sorting: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTwo successive selections before and after the de-stemming process\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVinification: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA long period of maceration (about 3 weeks)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAging: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIn French oak barrels (75% new barrels each vintage) for between 16 to 18 months depending on the vintage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOwner: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eM. 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While powerful and meaty, some dry tannins remain, suggesting another few years of cellaring will soften the wine. Classic notes of chocolate, tobacco, and mint evolve with age, promising complexity through 2032.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 30, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2017-2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful, virile 2011, Gazin reveals a dense ruby\/purple color, a big, meaty, earthy richness, lots of coffee, black cherry liqueur and spice notes, and a full-bodied mouthfeel. It will benefit from another 3-4 years of cellaring and should keep for 15 years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 20, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Blackish crimson – looks very young! Sweet biscuits on the nose. Gunmetal and fruit – interesting! Some quite dry tannins. Shame about those tannins because there is lots else to like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGazin.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeminine and seductive, due to the dominance of the Merlot, Château GAZIN’s wines can be enjoyed after a few years in the bottle, but usually they are worth laying down for fifteen, twenty years or more.\u003cbr\u003eTheir sumptuous generosity offers a wide aromatic range of red and black fruit which harmonizes with their intense crimson or garnet red colour.\u003cbr\u003eThey typically offer hints of plum, chocolate, coffee or liquorice, with aromas of almonds, toast, tobacco and vanilla, and a minty freshness.\u003cbr\u003eWith maturity they develop a spicy nose, with a hint of truffles, notes of undergrowth, game, fur and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966579425344,"sku":"RDFR20110595","price":182.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Gazin-Pomerol-2011_done.jpg?v=1706147791"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-barton-st-julien-2012-750ml","title":"Chateau Leoville Barton St-Julien 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2012 Château Léoville Barton, a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, is a full-bodied, rich wine with dense aromas of cassis, licorice, and forest floor. The wine is well-balanced with fine tannins and a crisp finish. While it is enjoyable now, it requires a few years of aging to reach its full potential. Expect it to evolve gracefully for 25-30 years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 30, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2053 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense ruby\/purple, with cassis licorice and forest floors notes in the aromatics, Leoville-Barton's 2012 is a relatively big, rich, masculine style of wine. This full-bodied wine needs 5-8 years of cellaring and should evolve easily for 25-30 years.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(137, 10, 4); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 3, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2017-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylish, sweet, fresh-tasting. Midweight but well balanced and a good result in this vintage. 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 22, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloral and fruity red with hints of vanilla. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a crisp finish. Loosely knit. This needs three or four years to come together. Better after 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 18, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDrink: 2025-2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarnet. More guts and less charm than the Langoa 2012. Very dry, uncompromising finish for the moment. Wait!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeoville-barton.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending\u003cbr\u003e83% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e15% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e2% Cabernet Franc \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol 13°\u003cbr\u003eDates of manual harvest\u003cbr\u003efrom 3rd to 15th october\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew barrels 60%\u003cbr\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eLovely flowery bouquet with notes of acacia. The palate is well balanced with no harsh tannins indicating quite early maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966579818560,"sku":"RDFR20121021","price":188.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Leoville-Barton-St-Julien_cdce8ae1-1bee-4f2a-9aec-ba4b5424f03f.jpg?v=1706147862"},{"product_id":"chateau-brane-cantenac-margaux-2011-750ml","title":"Chateau Brane Cantenac Margaux 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2011 Château Brane-Cantenac is a refined Margaux with a delicate bouquet of cherries, raspberries, and cedar. It’s medium to full-bodied, with fine tannins and fresh acidity, offering a precise balance of black fruit and spice. Elegant and structured, it’s ready to drink now but will age well through 2032. One of the vintage’s quiet overachievers—elegant, complex, and confidently understated.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 18, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a beautiful clarity of fruit to this wine, with cherries, raspberries and flowers on the nose and palate. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Crisp and delicious. Extremely well done for the vintage. Try in 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 30, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at the Brane-Cantenac vertical at the château, the 2011 Brane-Cantenac is a blend of 37% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 56.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and a pinch of Carmenère. It has a more attractive bouquet than the 2012, demonstrating more complexity and fruit intensity: blackberry and raspberry, a touch of cedar and tobacco thrown into the mix. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, the oak beautifully interwoven into the brambly red berry fruit, gently building with a hint of spice and dry tobacco on the finish. There is just a tad more substance than the 2012, yet it remains elegant, and given the vintage it is sophisticated compared to others this vintage. Tasted April 2015.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 20, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2028\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a concentrated, precise quality to the nose, with black fruit and tobacco notes backing it up. Things close in through the mid-palate, emphasising the spice and suggesting this is still young and has plenty of life ahead of it. Welcome ambition in this second wine manages to not overplay the vintage, and as with the grand vin, the past year or so has really opened things up - if you have a bottle of this wine, you might want to think about opening it. 20% new oak. 61% of overall production.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.20%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon 50% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrane-cantenac.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine style\u003cbr\u003eIntense, vivid colour. Very delicate, subtle fruit-driven nose with attractive floral notes, and hint of tobacco. The palate is promising, offering fine tannin, palpable energy and sorbet-fresh red berry fruit laced with cedar and pencil lead. Great balance. This wine is pure and elegant, delivering precision and typicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing conditions\u003cbr\u003eDecant 1h30 to 2h before - Serve at 18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing potential\u003cbr\u003e25 to 30 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine pairing\u003cbr\u003ePork fillet mignon with papaya, pan-fried oyster mushrooms and seasonal vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeather conditions\u003cbr\u003eThe 2011 vintage was complicated throughout the growing cycle. In addition to all our efforts, there were two key factors in obtaining high-quality wines. The first was the plateau of Brane’s soil water reserves, thanks to which the vines did not suffer from the spring drought. The second was the use of optical sorting. Sun scald, uneven ripening within bunches and between the stocks and the poor health status of certain grapes made careful grape selection especially important. It is clear that without this tool, the wines produced would not have achieved the same quality level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest dates: 9\/09 to 10\/10\/2011\u003cbr\u003eBlend: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carmenère\u003cbr\u003eVINIFICATION: In oak casks\u003cbr\u003eAgeing: 18 months in French oak barrels, with 70% new\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966583062592,"sku":"RDFR20110109","price":168.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-brane-cantenac-margaux-750ml.jpg?v=1755607286"},{"product_id":"chateau-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-1999-750ml","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1999 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 1999 Château Mouton Rothschild has an evolved color with a slightly orange tint at the rim. The complex nose offers aromas of stewed black fruit, tobacco, clove, and pepper. The palate is fresh, with ripe fruit and a mineral touch, complemented by acidulated berry fruit and a smooth tannic structure. The finish is long and fruity, with the wine showing both generosity and freshness. The vintage is elegant, with some firm tannins, making it a balanced and refined wine. The label for this vintage was designed by Raymond Savignac.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 17, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spicy Bordeaux with berries and hints of currants. Full, super round and soft -surrounded by vanilla and blueberry pie. Lovely. Just coming around now. Delicious. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 24, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2027\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eStill showing some vibrant red\/black fruit notes, this has some primary characters and firm, grippy tannins which should allow the wine to age for at least another five years. An elegant Mouton with intriguing herbs and spices on the nose, with blackcurrant flavour coming through on the medium-bodied palate. Restrained and understated, although lacking the density of the top vintages. Harvested 24 September to 2 October. 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc. 60% of production used for the Grand Vin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 28, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2017-2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind as a vintage comparison at the Valandraud vertical, the 1999 Mouton-Rothschild is a \"useful,\" perhaps over-looked vintage from the First Growth estate. It has a clean and precise bouquet - you could almost describe this as dainty, which I mean in a positive sense. The fruit is beautifully delineated, almost pastille-like with subtle floral scents emerging with time. The palate is fresh on the entry with supple red berries pierced by a fine line of acidity. No, it is not complex and it has lost a little substance in recent years, yet it is well balanced with sufficient depth and body on the tobacco and cedar-tinged finish. If you can put its status aside, it boils down to nothing more than a well-made, easygoing and refined Pauillac to drink now and over the next decade. Tasted December 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 26, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2007-2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarvested 24 September to 2 October. 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc. 60% of production used for the grand vin.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrant red\/black fruit evident. An elegant Mouton with herb and spice notes on the nose, leafy blackcurrant on the medium-bodied palate. Quite restrained, doesn’t have the density of the top vintages but still has a bit of a future ahead. Tannins a little grippy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1999 Tasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eThe wine exhibits an evolved color with a slightly orange, brickish tint at the rim. The deep and complex nose offers an array of stewed fruit, black fruit, tobacco, spice (clove), and peppery aromas.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, the attack is fresh, featuring ripe fruit with an attractively mineral touch. Acidulated berry fruit complements a creamily smooth and precise tannic structure, leading into a pleasantly long and fruity finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is full of generosity and freshness, characteristics typical of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest and Blend\u003cbr\u003eHarvest Dates: 24 September to 2 October\u003cbr\u003eVarietal Mix: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel Illustration: \u003cbr\u003eThe label for the 1999 vintage was illustrated by Raymond Savignac (1907–2002), an undisputed master of the poster art form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966583193664,"sku":"RDFR19991245","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-1999.jpg?v=1706148039"},{"product_id":"chateau-latour-pauillac-2004-750ml","title":"Chateau Latour Pauillac 2004 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2004 Château Latour is a classic, structured wine with powerful yet refined fruit flavors of blackberry and plum, enhanced by hints of bergamot, gunflint, and earth. While its tannins are still prominent, the wine's balance and elegance shine through, with a lingering finish. Though it’s approachable now, it will continue to evolve and improve with age, making it an excellent choice for long-term aging through 2045.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 28, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2045\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2004 Latour is perhaps evolving slower than I expected, although it remains one of the finest Left Bank wines of the vintage. It has that quintessential graphite-scented bouquet intermixed with blackberry and cedar, although the liquorice note that I observed previously has receded. Again, there is wonderful definition. The palate is full-bodied but surprisingly more sultry than I expected, especially here where I was able to directly compare it with the other 2004 First Growths. It delivers the \"authority\" you expect from Latour, although I might be inclined just to give it another 2-3 years in bottle. Tasted September 2016. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 22, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark garnet colour of the 2004 Latour contrasted with the bright, plummy fruit aroma. It was perhaps less forward than the Mouton, yet it was exquisite with hints of bergamot, gunflint, and earth. The texture was tannic but not overly so, and the dense extract lead the wine to a lovely, lingering finish. This wine last year changed my opinion of the 2004 vintage, and it remains at least as attractive today.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 1% Cabernet Franc 89% Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 19, 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is surprisingly approachable, especially from a big bottle. It’s soft and fruity with balsamic and sweet tobacco character. Full and round mouthfeel. It will obviously improve with age, but why wait? Served from imperial bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson| \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Aug 4, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased 2014. Blackish shaded crimson. Very evolved nose. Blackcurrant, slightly edgy fruit. Deep and chunky. Slightly edgy. Dusty finish. Opened out in the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-latour.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Latour’s Grand Vin is made exclusively from “vieilles vignes”, an average of 60 years-old, in the Enclos. Gravettes, Sarmentier, Pièce de Château... these are the names of some of the finest plots that express the character of the terroir and forge the wine’s identity every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of the Enclos is the only terroir that, every year, can produce the depth, elegance and concentration that we expect of the Grand Vin. It is here that the Cabernet Sauvignon (accounting for more than 90% of the blend) can achieve optimal expression in terms of colour, richness and freshness. These wines need time - often a decade- before they begin to be ready for drinking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn great vintages, the power and energy of Château Latour's wines enables them to continue to develop for several decades with ease. The bouquet and impressions on tasting gradually evolve, becoming increasingly complex, ultimately reaching a peak, after which the tannins soften and then the wine slowly declines. Beyond the pleasure of drinking them, these wines can produce powerful feelings and unforgettable moments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Latour is also known for having the ability to produce fine wines even in difficult years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2004 Wine style - The 2004 vintage saw the return of a very classic wine with a powerful, fresh, lively style, and a solid, precise structure. Very concentrated fruit is supported by an imposing structure, and already showing great purity and a rare level of energy. The finish is long and very silky, supported by very well-integrated tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966583423040,"sku":"RDFR20040978","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-latour-pauillac-750ml.jpg?v=1776393256"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-brion-pessac-leognan-premier-cru-2004-750ml","title":"Chateau Haut Brion Pessac-Leognan 2004 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe 2004 Château Haut-Brion is a refined and elegant wine that has developed beautifully over time. Its bouquet, though not as complex as other top vintages, gradually reveals black fruit, black olive, and a touch of mint. The palate is medium-bodied, with a velvety texture thanks to the Merlot, followed by a more structured finish from the Cabernet. While initially reserved, the wine's personality continues to evolve, showcasing finesse, balance, and a long, precise finish. It stands out as one of the great wines of the vintage and will continue to mature gracefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eFeb 28, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been a few years since I last tasted the 2004 Haut-Brion. Now at 12 years of age, it retains its deep color. The bouquet is \"pleasant\" if not as complex as the 2004 Latour, yet it'spossibly just biding its time as it gradually opens with black fruit, black olive, even a touch of mint that might dupe you into thinking Pauillac. The palate is medium-bodied and very harmonious, almost caressing thanks to the Merlot lending that velvety texture. The second half changes tack, the Cabernet nudging the Merlot off the stage and delivering a more structured, possibly foursquare finish that is linear and correct. It is an excellent wine for the vintage although it will always be overshadowed by the 2005 inter alia. Maybe more personality just needs to develop? Tasted September 2016.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 30, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe racy, precise nature of this beautiful wine underlines the beautiful winemaking here. It shows plenty of smoky, berry and mineral character yet is reserved and subtle. It defines what the British call claret: it’s all about finesse and balance. Drink now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 14, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep brick-tinged garnet. Gentle and complex aromas that are hard to describe discretely. Overall there's a slightly leafy note but there's a lovely warm, spicy sweetness, a little earthy and still a trace of red fruits. More austere on the palate than I expected. Refined and refreshing. The tannins quite dry at the very end. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaut-brion.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and complex, the red wine of Château Haut-Brion is very mineral and of a rare complexity, it is distinguished by an astonishing length, this aromatic persistence being the privilege of very great origins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is relatively discreet but very clear, with nuances of red fruit,\u003cbr\u003eminerals, wood, and smoke. This complexity is found again on the palate.\u003cbr\u003eDespite its high concentration, the tannins do not overpower the palate.\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is straight, long, and precise. Behind its austere exterior, we discover a wine of great elegance and refinement. With the 2004, Château Haut-Brion has produced one of the great wines of the vintage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly: Merlot: 61% Cabernet sauvignon: 20% Cabernet franc: 19%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966584832064,"sku":"RDFR20040732","price":990.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Chateau-Haut-Brion-Pessac-Leognan-750ml.jpg?v=1754563243"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-bailly-pessac-leognan-2017-750ml","title":"Chateau Haut Bailly Pessac-Leognan 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe 2017 Haut-Bailly is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, and 4% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, it offers an aromatic bouquet of spices, blackberries, and floral notes. With firm, ripe tannins and a fresh, mineral finish, it’s a balanced, full-bodied wine. The vintage is noted for its early bud break and harvest, with a particularly floral profile and excellent finesse. This wine is expected to age beautifully and will be ready to enjoy after 2023.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94-96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eApr 27, 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 Haut-Bailly is composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot. Very deep garnet-purple colored, it has a wonderfully spicy nose of cinnamon stick, cloves, anise and fenugreek with core of roses, warm blueberries, black forest cake and black raspberries plus hints of underbrush and iron ore. Medium to full-bodied with firm, ripe, grainy tannins, it has oodles of freshness and great finesse, continuing bright and energetic on the long, minerally finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“In 2017, everything was early at Haut-Bailly”, commented General Manager, Véronique Saunders. On March 25 budding started and by April 12 full leaves were developing. Then on April 27 and 28 the frosts hit, lowering production here considerably. Afterwards, on May 19, flowering started very early, with an early veraison on July 28. There was a lot of rain during the last three days of June and it was a very quick, short harvest from September 13-29.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2);\"\u003eJS 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Dec 14, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackberry, walnut, iodine, and sandalwood aromas follow through to a full body, round and juicy tannins and an intense, flavorful finish. This shows richness with structure. Excellent 2017. Try after 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 3, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2025-2042\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrilled caramel notes set against sappy black fruit show classic Haut-Bailly balance, with savoury cassis and bilberry shot through with liquorice root and finely-spun tannins that tiptoe across the palate. Less monolithic than the 2016 or 2018, clear that this is going to be ready to drink sooner. Harvest September 13 to 29. 4% Cabernet France completes the blend. The last vintage under Bob Wilmers.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon 32% Merlot 4% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 16, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2025-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Deep ruby colour. Quite earthy and savoury on the nose – peppery hedgerow fruit has a lightly warming quality. The palate shows savoury fruit at the core with fair intensity, yet there is an earthy, leafy edge here. Firm and slender, this tightly wound wine may need time to truly flourish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaut-bailly.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for its exceptional elegance, the Grand Vin is the fruit of a complex balance: elegant and tactile, powerful and supple, immediate and timeless. Each vintage is unique, but also adds to the lineage of Haut-Bailly wines, embodying the constancy of the estate’s terroir and style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage 2017: The wonder of nature\u003cbr\u003eAfter a harsh winter and a mild spring, the 2017 vintage began early with bud break on March 25th. During the nights of the 27th and 28th of April there were frosts of an intensity rarely seen in Bordeaux. This frost caused damage to our lower plots but spared our parcels of old vines. And then nature took its course, with a warm spring favouring fast growth in the vineyard, further emphasising the early nature of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering (which took place from the 20th-25th May) was two weeks ahead of usual. As for the plots affected by the frost, vegetative growth was truly remarkable. The base of the vines showed intense growth, which had the effect of limiting the production of fruit and second-generation clusters. Exceptional rainfall in late June (120 mm in three days) reduced any risk of hydric stress. However, the weather conditions of July and August, with limited rainfall, meant that overall, 2017 will be recorded as one of our driest vintages–along with 2000, 2005 and 2012. During the summer, the alternation of hot and cool days gave us favourable conditions for ripening. Veraison began early (at the end of July) and was particularly regular throughout the vineyard. The earliness of the vintage is confirmed and the harvest begins on 13 September with the Merlot and ends with the Cabernet Sauvignon, from 25 to 29 September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Merlots of 2017 are both fruity and balanced. Cabernets offer a pleasant aromatic freshness and savoury tannic structure with good density. The overall yield of the vintage is quite low. The 2017 blend of Château Haut-Bailly is particularly floral and is composed of those parcels spared by Mother Nature–the plots of old vines which make up the historic heart of the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: September 13th - 29th\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Haut-Bailly blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon - 32% Merlot - 4% Petit Verdot - 4% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966585946176,"sku":"RDFR20170702","price":199.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Haut-Bailly-Pessac-Leognan-2013.jpg?v=1706148151"},{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-st-emilion-2012-750ml","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc St-Emilion 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2012 Château Cheval Blanc is a beautifully balanced wine with a deep red-purple color. It features aromas of red and blackberries, floral notes, and a touch of mint and graphite. On the palate, it offers a smooth attack, fine tannins, and incredible length. A blend of 53% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Franc, this elegant wine is already complex and will continue to evolve gracefully over the next 20 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 96\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 3, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully balanced claret with a fragrant silky texture, fine backbone and length on the palate, promising a long life. Not a ‘big’ wine but a delicious one with class. Made in the spanking new cellar (inaugurated June 2011).\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 31, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to deep garnet colored, the 2012 Cheval Blanc reveals lovely cassis, warm black cherries and redcurrant jelly notions with underlying hints of cedar chest, garrigue, Indian spices and damp soil. Medium to full-bodied, it possesses wonderful energy and freshness on the palate with a beautifully poised ethereal nature and long mineral-tinged finish. This elegantly crafted beauty should enter its drinking window in a couple of years and cellar gracefully for another 20 years.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 14, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Mid crimson with a smudgy rim. Appetising, slightly saline nose. Lots of energy here and well-managed tannins. A complete, vivid, dry (not sweet; not drying) wine with a little Cabernet influence. Ch Cheval Blanc?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-cheval-blanc.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it won its first medal, still featured on its labels, at the Universal Exhibition of London in 1862, Château Cheval Blanc has maintained its place as one of the world’s greatest wines. Its grace, alchemy and elegance are the incarnation of refined French culture, of unparalleled quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has been situated in the commune of Saint-Emilion for 200 years. It covers 39.5 hectares divided into 55 plots, each of which is different and unique. Each plot has its own characteristics according to its age, size and, in particular, its soil and grape variety. Each plot is vinified separately so that it can express its individuality fully before blending and so that it can contribute to the overall coherence of each vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has always been managed with longevity in mind: all the particularities of this legendary Bordeaux have been preserved throughout the years – its terroir, grape varieties and style – whilst its qualities continue to become more refined and assertive.  Thanks to the mineral and vegetal heritage and increasingly rigorous know-how, Château Cheval Blanc has made a place for itself on the most prestigious tables across the globe for over a century and a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2012 TASTING NOTE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2012 was dry and rather warm with a superb Indian summer. 2012 Château Cheval Blanc is a truly beautiful wine already showing astonishing complexity and great aromatic precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surprisingly complex vintage from a very young age.\u003cbr\u003eRed purple dress with purple highlights.\u003cbr\u003eTo the nose, a great aromatic purity, with red and blackberries and a delicate floral note, completed by freshness (mint, eucalyptus) and minerality (graphite).\u003cbr\u003ePowerful attack, followed by a mid-palate with melted tannins and perfect smoothness. Incredible length for a delicate and coated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending: Merlot  53 % Cabernet Franc  47 % \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966586011712,"sku":"RDFR20120216","price":965.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-cheval-blanc-saint-emilion-750ml.jpg?v=1776835715"},{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-st-emilion-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc St-Emilion 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Château Cheval Blanc received a 100-point rating from both The Wine Advocate and James Suckling. The wine is praised for its exceptional complexity, energy, and balance, with full-bodied richness and a long, impressive finish. It is considered one of the finest young Cheval Blancs and is expected to age beautifully over the next several decades, making it a standout of the decade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2055\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the unequivocally great wines of the vintage is the 2019 Cheval Blanc, a stunning young Saint-Emilion that wafts from the glass with aromas of wild berries and plums mingled with notions of lilac, pipe tobacco, violets, raw cocoa, licorice, crushed mint and burning embers. Full-bodied, layered and enveloping, it'sdeep and intense, with beautifully rich, powdery tannins and vibrant flavors. Concluding with a long, saline finish, this rivals the 2016 as the finest Cheval Blanc of the decade, and in many respects it might be thought of as the latter vintage's sun-kissed cousin. Bravo to Pierre-Olivier Clouet and his team! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 28, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackcurrants, cassis, graphite and earth on the nose, then changing to roses, violets and berries. Full-bodied with incredible energy of fine tannins and lively acidity. It grows on the palate and escalates to the summit of perfect wine. Very powerful at the end. Holding back and a great finish. Quantity and quality. Menthol. Cool. One of the greatest young Cheval Blancs I have ever tasted. 58% merlot, 34% cabernet franc and 8% cabernet sauvignon. Great finish. Give it time. Try after 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 98\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2028-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased at a 32% discount to 2018, despite volumes being 30% down, this represented a 'bargain' for lovers of Cheval Blanc. Produced from 41 of 53 blocks, the grand vin accounted for 82% of production. So fine and concentrated on the nose and palate with notes of dark berry fruit initially before roses and violets appear, tinged with spice,red cherry and orange. Luxurious, luscious tannins on the palate with cooling, mineral and menthol characters to finish. The aftertaste lingers for over a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork \u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 34% Cabernet Franc 8% Cabernet Sauvignon 58% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2029-2048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Peppery, interesting nose with a light suggestion of (attractive) herbaceousness. Really fills the mouth with ripe, gorgeous fruit. Goes its own way. Luscious but structured too. Very long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-cheval-blanc.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it won its first medal, still featured on its labels, at the Universal Exhibition of London in 1862, Château Cheval Blanc has maintained its place as one of the world’s greatest wines. Its grace, alchemy and elegance are the incarnation of refined French culture, of unparalleled quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has been situated in the commune of Saint-Emilion for 200 years. It covers 39.5 hectares divided into 55 plots, each of which is different and unique. Each plot has its own characteristics according to its age, size and, in particular, its soil and grape variety. Each plot is vinified separately so that it can express its individuality fully before blending and so that it can contribute to the overall coherence of each vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has always been managed with longevity in mind: all the particularities of this legendary Bordeaux have been preserved throughout the years – its terroir, grape varieties and style – whilst its qualities continue to become more refined and assertive.  Thanks to the mineral and vegetal heritage and increasingly rigorous know-how, Château Cheval Blanc has made a place for itself on the most prestigious tables across the globe for over a century and a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2019 TASTING NOTE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 is part of the collection of fine vintages of Cheval Blanc. The year was marked by extreme climatic episodes: heavy rainfall on the flower in spring, heat wave in July. The exceptional summer and post-season allowed a remarkable maturation, giving birth to a superb wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the first nose, aromatic complexity, and elegance brought by optimal weather conditions. The significant proportion of Merlot brings intense aromas of red and black fruit. Notes of raspberry, cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant embalmed in balsamic and subtle sweet aromas of pastries.\u003cbr\u003eA full, attractive attack is redolent of the Merlot of this vintage which is unctuous, round and mouth filling. The Cabernet Franc lends a lovely freshness to the mid-palate and gives the wine length on the finish.\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is both dense and powerful whilst at the same time soft, unctuous and round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending: Merlot  58 % Cabernet Franc  34 % Cabernet Sauvignon 8 % \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966586372160,"sku":"RDFR20190219","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-cheval-blanc-saint-emilion-750ml.jpg?v=1776835715"},{"product_id":"chateau-malescot-st-exupery-margaux-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Malescot St.Exupery Margaux 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChâteau Malescot St. Exupéry 2019 is a generous and expressive Margaux, revealing aromas of cassis, blackcurrant and cherry, layered with notes of dark chocolate, espresso and subtle floral nuances. Full-bodied and structured, the palate is rich, layered and beautifully polished, with ripe, powdery tannins and a vibrant core of dark fruit. Powerful yet refined, it evolves into a long, focused finish with a touch of freshness and salinity, showcasing both depth and aging potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 20, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet currant and berry aromas with hints of blackcurrants, black cherries and flowers. it'sfull-bodied and layered with beautifully polished tannins that last for minutes. Tight and very focused. This needs at least six or seven years to open. Try after 2027. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2060\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Malescot St. Exupery is generous and expressive, bursting with aromas of cassis, cherries and blackberries mingled with hints of loamy soil, dark chocolate and espresso roast. Full-bodied, broad and muscular, its fleshy core of fruit is framed by succulent acids and ripe, powdery tannins that assert themselves on the finish. This will reward a bit of bottle age with flamboyant drinking. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2019 Malescot St Exupery is characterised by a great delicacy, despite a powerful structure. It will be necessary to wait for this vintage to reveal the true freshness of the Cabernet and Merlot within its blend. Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot give the Malescot St Exupery 2019 a light salinity and good density.Cabernet sauvignon (54%), merlot (35%), cabernet franc (6%), petit verdot (5%).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966586830912,"sku":"RDFR20191153","price":130.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Malescot-St-Exupery-Margaux_2ebbc89c-01c8-4ff7-bea7-dbb00413ca40.jpg?v=1706148311"},{"product_id":"chateau-pape-clement-pessac-leognan-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Pape Clement Pessac-Leognan 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2019 Château Pape Clément is a full-bodied, powerful wine with a rich bouquet of cherries, blackcurrants, and plum liqueur, alongside smoky, licorice, and oak notes. It is deep and concentrated, showcasing ripe yet lively fruit, with a solid structure of tannins and a long, expansive finish. This wine has great aging potential and, with its combination of concentration and fine balance, represents the high quality of Pape Clément’s terroir. Its subtlety and refinement make it a wine that will evolve beautifully over the coming years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 5, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrushed-stone and berry aromas with some blackberry and black-tea character. Just a touch of smokiness. Sweet fruit, too. This is so refined, subtle, and beautiful for Pape with full body, ultra-fine tannins and a succulent finish. The center-palate is dense and complete. Goes on for minutes. So subtle and refined, focused and classy. Try after 2026.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuing the strong performance of Pape Clement over recent vintages. Violet edging around the glass, and a supple tannic hold that both constricts and expands the fruit through the palate, giving a sense of momentum. There is a firm tannic grip, given drama by notes of black pepper and bitter chocolate, and a slate textured finish to slow things down and hold the flavour. Malolactic fermentation in barrels (60%) new, and ageing in both barrels (90%) and larger oak casks. Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc are planted in the vineyard, but not yet in the 1st wine. Certified bee-friendly. Tasted twice, two weeks apart, excellent both times.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon 50% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2049\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Pape Clement has turned out well in bottle, delivering a rich bouquet of cherries, blackcurrants, plum liqueur and blackberries mingled with notions of burning embers, licorice and a nicely integrated framing of new oak. Full-bodied, deep and concentrated, it'sa layered, fleshy wine, with a deep core of ripe but lively fruit, plenty of powdery tannin and a long, expansive, discreetly heady finish. This is a powerful, dramatic Pessac with a transatlantic accent and will drink well with only a few years' bottle age. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 1, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Very deep crimson. Solid and ripe. But with the acidity not integrated. A bit of a puzzle with a hollow middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-pape-clement.fr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their smoky and spicy bouquet, the red wines are of an admirable quality and a very characteristic softness. The wine is both concentrated, fine and harmonious, with an aromatic palette as wide as it is precise. The depth and length in the mouth are exceptional. Quality of the terroir, sustained efforts and dynamism have borne fruit bringing Pape Clément to a level very close to that of the premiers crus.” - Figaro Vin\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966586896448,"sku":"RDFR20191364","price":175.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pape-Clement-Pessac-Leognan-Grand-Cru.jpg?v=1706148322"},{"product_id":"chateau-langoa-barton-st-julien-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Langoa Barton St-Julien 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA classic Saint-Julien showing depth, poise, and traditional structure. The 2019 Langoa Barton reveals aromas of cassis, plum, and cedar with hints of cigar box and loamy earth. The palate is powerful yet refined, with fine, powdery tannins and lively acidity giving excellent balance and ageability. Concentrated and elegant, this is a vintage built for the cellar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 6, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of blackberry, currant and floral aromas. Some mint as well, following through to a full-bodied palate with layers of ultra-fine tannins and wonderful length. This is sophisticated and beautifully crafted with style and personality, displaying its terroir. Extremely well done. Drink after 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2029-2065\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless classic for patient readers with cold cellars, the 2019 Langoa Barton is performing beautifully in bottle, unwinding in the glass with a rich bouquet of cassis, plums, cigar wrapper, pencil shavings and loamy soil. Medium to full-bodied, deep and elegantly muscular, its concentrated core of fruit is framed by lively acids and ripe, powdery tannins that assert themselves on the youthfully firm finish. Forget it for a decade and reap the rewards for the following four.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 5, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite strongly perfumed on the nose here, full, heady, more pronounced than some of the others with a richness and intensity to the nose. High toned straight away, a combination of quite ripe acidity, almost brusque on the palate with a creaminess to the tannins. Doesn't feel totally harmonious right now but there is great density of fruit, good acidity, brightness and soft tannins with a liquorice kick at the end, cooling and fresh. Lots going on here, just needs to come together.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 7% Cabernet Franc 67% Cabernet Sauvignon 26% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 18, 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Purplish crimson. Not much nose initially, but it came out in the glass. Low-key and austere. Where’s the fruit? Underripe. Bone dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966586961984,"sku":"RDFR20190942","price":108.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-langoa-barton-st-julien-2019-750ml.jpg?v=1759747393"},{"product_id":"chateau-larcis-ducasse-st-emilion-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Larcis Ducasse St-Emilion 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Larcis Ducasse, made from 12% Cabernet Franc and 88% Merlot, is a full-bodied, rich wine with aromas of cherries, wild berries, and spices. Its fleshy fruit core, ripe tannins, and fresh acidity create a balanced, generous structure. The Merlot, grown on limestone soils, adds depth, while the Cabernet Franc brings complexity with its mineral notes. Dominated by cassis and blackberry flavors, it has a \"Left Bank\" feel. Though currently austere, it will soften with age, unveiling layers of truffle, tobacco, and sweet spices. A wine with great aging potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 29, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaked-plum aromas., together with candied spices, earth, tobacco and light coffee, following through to a full body with firm yet polished tannins and a fresh, vivid finish. It really builds and shows loads of structure and intensity. Give it time to soften slightly, but the flavors and texture are already balanced and sophisticated. Classic style to this. The palate really builds. Try after 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2049\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Larcis Ducasse has turned out beautifully, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries, wild berries, burning embers, spices and licorice. Full-bodied, sumptuous and enveloping, with a fleshy core of fruit, ripe tannins and succulent acids, it'sa giving, generous wine that's softer and rounder than Pavie Macquin, its stablemate. This beautiful vineyard, managed by Nicolas Thienpont, is located on the limestone slopes of Saint-Emilion, sandwiched between Pavie and Bellefont-Belcier. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 14, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2044\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is intense, pretty austere as is often the case with a young Larcis Ducasse, and very much with Cabernet fruits dominant even though they are 12% of the blend (it is rather that the Merlot on these limestone soils takes on a depth and seriousness that makes it almost Left Bank in feel). Opens up to reveal fleshy cassis and blackberry. A yield of 38.5hl\/ha. Owned by Famille Gratiot-Attmane, but with the Nicolas Thienpont team overseeing winemaking. Tasted twice, one week apart.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 12% Cabernet Franc 88% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Rather a bloody nose. Fresh fruit and positively blooming with health and pizzazz. Some mineral character. Already fun to drink! Gorgeous and round. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarcis-ducasse.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn their youth, Larcis Ducasse wines are rich, powerful, and silky. They release captivating fruity aromas, with notes of strawberry, cherry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, and a chalky, spicy, and floral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs it ages, the fruity notes give way to an intense bouquet with more complex, evolved notes, ranging from truffle to undergrowth, violet, tobacco or sweet oriental spices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587093056,"sku":"RDFR20190949","price":160.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Larcis-Ducasse-2019.jpg?v=1706148362"},{"product_id":"chateau-canon-la-gaffeliere-st-emilion-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere St-Emilion 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Canon La Gaffelière is an exceptional wine that showcases the elegance and balance of its remarkable terroir. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers depth, complexity, and superb aging potential. Below are the expert ratings and tasting notes for this outstanding vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 5, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of dark plums, blueberries, bark, dried leaves, mahogany, licorice and nutmeg. it'smedium-to full-bodied with silky, ripe tannins. Layered and supple with a stylish and polished finish. Voluptuous. One of the best in a long time. Drink from 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2050\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Canon la Gaffeliere has turned out brilliantly, bursting from the glass with a dramatic bouquet of wild berries, blood orange, exotic spices, rose petals, violets and burning embers. Full-bodied, ample and layered, it'ssupple and perfumed, with a deep core of lively fruit, melting tannins and a long, saline finish. This contains the highest proportion of Cabernet Franc of any of Stephan Von Neipperg's wines, which no doubt helps to account for its singular personality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 28, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2044\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the balance on display here, of powerful and softly whispering fruits, a tightrope of acidity and tannins giving structure. Great stuff, with the impact of 2018 but more freshness, although still with the signature glamour of a Neipperg wine in full flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 39% Cabernet Franc 12% Cabernet Sauvignon 49% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 26, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e49% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Franc, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon. Organic certified by FR-BIO-10.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep garnet with some development at the rim. Notable mature aromas of cedary undergrowth and a slightly leathery texture. But the development shows fruit and tannins remaining in harmony. Smooth, compact, fresh on the long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaffeliere.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Gaffelière, a perfect fusion of heritage and innovation, offering unparalleled elegance, a reflection of an exceptional terroir.\u003cbr\u003eThe alliance of hillside and foothill wines produces a nectar that is both powerful, distinguished, and silky. The magic of this harmony is revealed in each of our cuvées.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587158592,"sku":"RDFR20190163","price":165.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-canon-la-gaffeliere-saint-emilion-750ml.jpg?v=1776833836"},{"product_id":"chateau-canon-st-emilion-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Canon St-Emilion 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChâteau Canon 2019 is a standout Saint-Émilion that has earned critical acclaim across the board, solidifying its place among the Right Bank's elite. With layered aromas, refined structure, and mineral-driven elegance, it represents the pinnacle of Canon’s modern renaissance—combining precision winemaking with a terroir rich in limestone and history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2029-2065\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Canon has turned out brilliantly in bottle, wafting from the glass with complex aromas of raspberries and red plums mingled with notions of raw cocoa, dark chocolate, pencil shavings and rose petals. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and multidimensional, it's one of the most refined, elegant right bank wines of the vintage, with a deep core of fruit, beautifully refined tannins, lively acids and a long, perfumed finish. This is a superb achievement for Nicolas Audebert and his team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn the last few years, this sleeping giant has well and truly reawakened, and the 2019 seems to me the finest Canon that Nicolas Audebert and his team have yet produced. Extensive replanting between 1996 and 2003, overseen by Audebert's predecessor, John Kolasa, saw some 50% of the estate's 22 hectares replaced. The fact that these vines are now arriving at full maturity surely goes some way to accounting for Canon's contemporary renaissance. Now, the team is working on restructuring the rest, combining massal selections and clones. Viticulture is thoughtful, with cover crops across the estate, and the terroir itself is relatively homogeneous: solid limestone covered by some 0.25-0.7 meters of clay, with a more or less uniform exposition on Saint-Émilion's plateau. There's also one small parcel in the town itself and another by Berliquet. Today, the vineyard is planted with about 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, and there are no plans to radically alter that. Winemaking privileges finesse over power, though a certain richness and texture can be taken for granted with a site like this, and maturation is in 50% new oak (mostly from Taransaud, Emptos, Sylvain and Quintessence).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 97\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2046\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanon has been on an amazing run since 2015, and the 2019 continues this performance. Carries 14.5% alcohol with ease. Complex aromas and flavours of spices, moccha, smoky notes, liquorice and dark cherry\/blackberry fruit. Freshness from the abundant acidity and mineral notes give the wine a profound elegance despite the sumptuous texture. Fully deserves its 1er Grand Cru Classé B classification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 26% Cabernet Franc 74% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 8, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackberries, blueberries and dark chocolate with bark, mushrooms and chalk. Lavender, too. Full-bodied with firm tannins that are polished and velvety. White pepper, gesso and crushed stone. It’s full-bodied and layered with tightness and focus and a long finish. It’s solid and stalwart, as usual. Reminds me of the very special 1955. One for the cellar. Give this until 2026 to see what it really has.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5+\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefined, perfumed nose. Vibrant, juicy fruit with fine texture and tannins. Palate-cleansing finish. Total harmony. Another strong effort from this estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateaucanon.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanon’s wines reflect the huge rigour of the Saint-Emilion plateau. Freshness hones the huge voluptuousness. A pure, clean nectar that draws all of the minerality’s tension. A fine wine. The protruding power of the vine rooted in the rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Canon offers a masterful, full, direct personality. The opulence of the fruit creates tension with the mineral freshness. A game of light and shadows between the quarries and the plateau. Reflecting the vineyard’s density of sunlight.\u003cbr\u003eIndomitable fullness. A favourite. Ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587617344,"sku":"RDFR20190153","price":259.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/croix-canon-saint-emilion-750ml.jpg?v=1775101053"},{"product_id":"chateau-clinet-pomerol-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Clinet Pomerol 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Château Clinet is a full-bodied Pomerol with intense aromas of dark fruits, plums, cherries, violets, and subtle spices. It has a sensual, velvety texture with lively acidity, ripe tannins, and a long, resonant finish. This wine showcases remarkable precision and concentration, with balance between richness and freshness. It has a promising future, with the potential to age beautifully until 2055.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 5, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full-bodied Pomerol with dark-fruit, coconut, chocolate and hazelnut character on both the nose and palate. Fine-tannined with an intensely tight and chewy texture. Spice at the end. Very flavorful and muscular, yet it'sbalanced and precise with well-toned form. Needs five or six years to resolve. Try after 2027. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2055\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Clinet is showing beautifully in bottle, wafting from the glass with aromas of plums, cherries and berries mingled with hints of violets, licorice, subtle spices and smoke. Full-bodied, sensual and velvety, it'sseamless and vibrant, with lively acids, ripe tannins and a long, resonant finish. This precise, concentrated wine is the finest young Clinet I've ever tasted, and it exemplifies the tremendous progress that Ronan Laborde has made at this estate over the last decade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRonan Laborde is producing the best wines of his career at this Pomerol reference point. Some eight hectares produce Clinet, much of the vineyards being located around the château in the lieu-dit that lends it its name, complemented by a parcel by the church and another not far from the headquarters of the syndicat viticole. Today, these holdings are planted with some 80% Merlot, but before phylloxera, Cabernet Sauvignon was widely planted in this sector, and today, Laborde is replacing Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon (he retains a parcel of old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon dating back to 1950). Vines are hedged at 1.5 meters, and cover crops help to manage water in the iron-rich clays near the château, allowing access by tractor even after recent rainfall. In the winery, Laborde now employs small stainless steel tanks that permit parcel-by-parcel vinification, and a vertical press has been the order of the day since as long ago as 2001. What's really evolved in recent years is the barrel program: oak is long-seasoned (4-5 years), and some large formats have joined the classic 225-liter barriques; but above all, lighter, less impactful toasts are now chosen, meaning Clinet's 80% new oak is much more discreet in its aromatic and textural contribution than was the case a decade ago. Laborde's 2018 turned out brilliantly in that warm, dry vintage, and the 2019 looks to be even better.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2023\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2025-2042\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very fine Pomerol with dark, intense, inky black fruit on the palate. Purity and precision evident here with acidity and a mineral thread providing freshness to balance the plush, ripe-fruit textures. Clinet continues to be a Right Bank wine which manages the fine line between weight, ripeness, concentration and elegance. Relatively early-drinking in the context of 2019.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 20% Cabernet Sauvignon 80% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Just a little earthbound and lacking vitality after wine number 8 (Ch Hosanna). Solid and not flawed but needs a bit of zip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateauclinet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003eModest but sure of its presence, Clinet lies at one of the highest points upon the renowned plateau at the heart of Pomerol - instantly recognisable by its red shutters and beautiful roses. It is home to one of the oldest vineyards in the appellation, but also one of the most famed for offering wine with such incomparable character and quality. A treasury from Pomerol, located on the soils of the best Merlots in the world. Château Clinet is an elegant, intense wine with fine and complex aromas of red fruit, blackberries and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587682880,"sku":"RDFR20190265","price":239.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-clinet-pomerol-750ml.jpg?v=1755085156"},{"product_id":"chateau-figeac-st-emilion-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Figeac St-Emilion 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Château Figeac is a stunning, Cabernet-dominant Saint-Émilion blend (36% Cabernet Franc, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot) praised for its elegance, energy, and depth. Aromas of blackberries, cassis, floral notes, and spice lead to a full-bodied, finely textured palate with vibrant freshness and silky tannins. Aged in 100% new oak, it's polished yet true to Figeac’s identity. Exceptionally age-worthy, this is a refined, complex wine with decades of potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLisa Perotti-Brown | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLPB 98-100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Figeac is composed of 30% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 36% Cabernet Franc, harvested from the 13th of September to the 7th of October. The alcohol this year is 14.1% and the pH is 3.7. Steal-your-heart scents of mulberries, black raspberries, Black Forest cake and cassis prance ever so gracefully out of the glass, followed by nuances of plum preserves, red roses, cinnamon toast and clove oil plus just a waft of lavender. Medium to full-bodied, the palate shimmers with electric energy, framed by a solid backbone of wonderfully ripe, grainy Cabernet-led tannins and bold freshness, finishing with fantastic persistence and with tons of emerging earth and floral layers. This is a simply stunning, seemingly effortless, beautifully harmonious expression of the vineyard and the vintage - bravo!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 1, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a really beautiful red with crushed-berry, plum, bark, mushroom and earth character. it'sfull and creamy-textured with lots of tannins, but they are integrated and polished and flow across the palate. So much depth and intensity, yet there's underlying grace and class. Try after 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eApr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2029-2065\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Figeac has turned out brilliantly. Wafting from the glass with aromas of blackberries, cassis, warm spices, violets and pencil shavings, framed by a deft touch of nicely integrated new oak, it'sfull-bodied, deep and concentrated, with terrific depth at the core, powdery structuring tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long, precise finish. Rich but vibrant, this 2019 reflects the new precision that Frederic Faye has brought to Figeac; but while it'sricher and more polished than the wines of yesteryear, the estate's identity hasn't been lost. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDirector of Château Figeac since 2013, Frédéric Faye emphasizes precision and timing when he characterizes the estate's evolution over the last decade. Harvest now lasts three or four weeks, stopping and starting, so each parcel of this 41-hectare vineyard can be picked at optimal maturity. Farming is similarly adapted parcel by parcel, emphasizing sustainability. And a brand-new winery triples the team's working space, with small tanks so each parcel can be vinified separately. Yet the objective is to polish Figeac, not to change it. If the estate's wines are now suppler and fuller, their classically Cabernet-rich assemblage hasn't altered. Old-fashioned approaches such as submerged-cap fermentation for fruit growing on gravel soils have been retained. And of course, the estate's distinctive soils haven't changed. Faye and his team have turned in a brilliant performance in 2019, and the Manoncourt family have every reason to be delighted with the new lustre that he has brought to this reference-point château.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eOct 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2028-2050\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable Figeac which, with a yield of just 34hl\/ha and using 100% new oak, remains elegant and refined, with none of the alcoholic excess seen in too many 2019 St-Emilions. Cabernet Franc adds to the beguiling, cool, fragrance with concentrated, plush, dark plum\/leafy blackcurrant derived from the Sauvignon. Creamily textured yet sappy, vibrant and fresh on the finish, the fine-grained tannins indicate a very long life ahead.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.09%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 36% Cabernet Franc 34% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 18+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eJan 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2029-2044\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Colour not as concentrated as some. Just slightly restrained and austere rather than gorgeous and a bit pinched and drying on the end. In the same idiom as Cheval Blanc but not as rich or complex. Embryonic? \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587748416,"sku":"RDFR20190569","price":438.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Figeac_c9621143-dbd4-4424-bfd4-059605aaee54.jpg?v=1706148453"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-brion-pessac-leognan-premier-cru-2019-750ml","title":"Chateau Haut Brion Pessac-Leognan 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Château Haut-Brion is an extraordinary wine, with a blend of 48.7% Merlot, 43.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 8.1% Cabernet Franc. Its intense nose combines blackberries, plums, pencil shavings, and a touch of smoke. The palate is full-bodied with rich, complex fruit and powdery tannins, seamlessly integrated despite its high alcohol content. It has a luxurious, cashmere-like texture that lingers for minutes. Rated 100 points by James Suckling, this wine is powerful yet elegant, with a long finish that promises great aging potential. Though captivating now, it will evolve beautifully over time, making it perfect for the cellar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 11, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black cassis comes out of the glass, together with iodine, sandalwood and subtle moss and wet-bark undertones, then turning to violets. The palate is mind-blowing, with a cashmere texture that unravels on the palate and continues on for minutes. it'sfull of superbly complex, ethereal character and mouth-feel, One of the wines of the vintage. As glorious as it may be to taste now, this is one for your deep cellar. Try in 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2033-2070\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWafting from the glass with aromas of blackberries and plums mingled with notions of pencil shavings, burning embers and creamy new oak, the 2019 Haut-Brion is full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with a textural attack that segues into an ample and enveloping core of fruit, concluding with a long, expansive finish. Broad-shouldered and muscular, its rich, powdery tannins are already seamlessly integrated; and though it'slabeled at 15% alcohol, far higher than the great vintages of yesteryear, it avoids any sense of over-ripeness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the distinct notes of herbs combined with blackberry, dark plum and cherry on the palate, this is a typical Haut-Brion with huge mass and ageing potential. Lovely freshness of acidity acts as a balance to the wines power and concentration, with fruit tannins and new oak providing the structure for the long-haul. Just a little introverted at the moment, this is likely to blossom after several years in the cellar.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 15.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 8.1% Cabernet Franc 43.2% Cabernet Sauvignon 48.7% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 18.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 1, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2028-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Mild, saline nose. Full-blown and with masses of appeal and alcohol. Hedonistic in the extreme. Already quite accessible. Exotic and difficult to spit! Long, rich but not heavy or sickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaut-brion.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant and complex, Château Haut-Brion red presents mineral aromas and a unique complexity. Its strength lays in the finish, which is surprisingly long. This aromatic persistence is due to its very noble origins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting notes\u003cbr\u003eSuperb deep purple-red color. The initial nose is both intense and subtle.\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit is ripe, and swirling reveals the aromatic complexity of this wine. The wine has an incredibly smooth and delicate attack. Then, it unfolds, filling the mouth without ever \"showing its muscles.\" The tannins are tight without being harsh, subtle, and captivating. The finish is long and perfumed. Once again, Haut-Brion astonishes with its ability to enhance the complementarity of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly: Merlot: 48.7% Cabernet sauvignon: 43.2% Cabernet franc: 8.1%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966587879488,"sku":"RDFR20190743","price":898.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Chateau-Haut-Brion-Pessac-Leognan-750ml.jpg?v=1754563243"},{"product_id":"chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-st-julien-1985-750ml","title":"Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou St-Julien 1985 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1985 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is an earthy, medium-bodied wine with aromas of dried fruit, herbs, and woodsmoke. Its firm tannins and rustic finish suggest it’s best consumed soon. While Decanter notes it’s light and earthy, Jancis Robinson praises its longevity and classic St-Julien character. This Bordeaux is a refined choice for those who appreciate aged wines, though it should be enjoyed in the near term.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eAug 13, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProprietor Bruno Borie mentioned that this was a late vintage. They started to pick on 30th September, finishing on 11th October. He didn't have exact grape percentages for this year, but he thinks it is probably 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. Pale to medium brick-brown colored, the 1985 Ducru-Beaucaillou slowly unfurls to reveal notes of Christmas pudding, dried cranberries and bouquet garni with nuances of cast iron pan, dusty soil and woodsmoke. Medium-bodied, the palate has a firm, chewy backbone and oodles of freshness with a core of dried herbs and stewed tea and a slightly rustic finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 1, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1985 Ducru-Beaucaillou has a light and earthy bouquet with notes of green pepper, graphite, liquorice and hints of leather and tobacco. Medium-bodied, the palate is firm and linear, and exhibits graphite aromas. The finish is short and a bit tight and acidic. Drink it now!\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 4, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 1995-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDarker, bluer colour than the 1989. Very sweet and spicy. Luscious overall with a sweet start and a dry finish with real St-Julien character and still going strong. Very long lived. An excellent Ducru.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-ducru-beaucaillou.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 300 years, six families have nurtured an indelible bond with Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. They are forever captives of this prestigious estate, be they named Desjean, Bergeron, Ducru, Johnston, Desbarat, or Borie. Its families were never short of praise for it. Over the decades, this devotion has managed to overcome all that is accidental or fleeting, as if passion perfected Nature's opus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Ducru-Beaucaillou owes its name to its \"beautiful pebbles\" (\"beaux Cailloux\", in French) that geologists refer to less romantically as Gunzian gravel. These quartz pebbles were deposited by the ancient Garonne at the beginning of the early Quaternary period, some two million years ago. It suffices to take a walk through the vineyards to make rich lithological finds. Lydian jasper from the Pyrenees, flint, quartz, agatoids... These Gunzian gravels make for soils that are poor in plant nutrients. But it is their very agrological paucity that guarantees the qualitative excellence of the wines. A choice of nature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is in the glass. The allure is immediate. A soft, fruity attack on the palate, a voluptuousness underscored by perfectly integrated, silky tannins that culminate in an exceptionally lengthy finish. The aromas dance, flatter the nose, seduce the soul and penetrate the memory. A muse that arrives on tiptoe and leave a lasting, infinite souvenir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966588239936,"sku":"RDFR19850481","price":508.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Ducru-Beaucaillou_d77341cc-ff9a-4aca-8dac-7f77eb81a015.jpg?v=1706148513"},{"product_id":"chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-st-julien-2000-750ml","title":"Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou St-Julien 2000 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2000 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, is a stunning wine with complex aromas of baked black currants, raisin cake, prunes, Chinese five spice, and eucalyptus, alongside touches of cigar box, leather, and cast iron pan. The medium-bodied palate is refreshingly lively, with layers of spice and dried berries, complemented by soft, powdery tannins. Its long, mineral-laced finish adds to its elegance. Now entering its prime drinking window, this wine has an exceptional ability to age well into the 2040s.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eAug 13, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, the medium to deep garnet-brick colored 2000 Ducru-Beaucaillou charges out of the gate with flamboyant scents of baked black currants, raisin cake, prunes, Chinese five spice and eucalyptus plus touches of cigar box, new leather and cast iron pan. Medium-bodied, the palate is remarkably refreshing with all these decadent spice and dried berries layers coating the palate, textured by soft, powdery tannins, finishing long and mineral laced. Stunning! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 12, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI must admit that I was a little unimpressed with the Ducru 2000 in the beginning when I tasted it after bottling in 2003. But it'sclearly outstanding now and seems to get better and better with age. It shows wonderful aromas of roses and currants with hints of mint. it'sfull body yet very finely textured with pretty fruit concentration and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eD 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 16, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoccha, pine and mushroom notes emphasise the development almost 25 years since the vintage. There is still masses of sweet, dark currant fruit on the palatae with plenty of acidity to keep the wine fresh and alive. Concentrated and long, this is a fine wine which is now well into its drinking phase. Perhaps the tannins give the age away a little, with a leafy, slightly drying finish, suggesting that the wine is not going to improve substantially, but will hold well.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 4, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2028\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep blackish ruby. Pale rim. Gentle, evolved nose reminiscent of dunked digestive biscuits. Spicy top note. Mouth-filling and lovely to drink now. Long and flattering. Gentle. Not the attack of the wines of the Bruno Borie era. Tiny hint of brett?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-ducru-beaucaillou.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 300 years, six families have nurtured an indelible bond with Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. They are forever captives of this prestigious estate, be they named Desjean, Bergeron, Ducru, Johnston, Desbarat, or Borie. Its families were never short of praise for it. Over the decades, this devotion has managed to overcome all that is accidental or fleeting, as if passion perfected Nature's opus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Ducru-Beaucaillou owes its name to its \"beautiful pebbles\" (\"beaux Cailloux\", in French) that geologists refer to less romantically as Gunzian gravel. These quartz pebbles were deposited by the ancient Garonne at the beginning of the early Quaternary period, some two million years ago. It suffices to take a walk through the vineyards to make rich lithological finds. Lydian jasper from the Pyrenees, flint, quartz, agatoids... These Gunzian gravels make for soils that are poor in plant nutrients. But it is their very agrological paucity that guarantees the qualitative excellence of the wines. A choice of nature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is in the glass. The allure is immediate. A soft, fruity attack on the palate, a voluptuousness underscored by perfectly integrated, silky tannins that culminate in an exceptionally lengthy finish. The aromas dance, flatter the nose, seduce the soul and penetrate the memory. 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With 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, and 7% Cabernet Franc, it was the last vintage produced under Baron Philippe de Rothschild’s direction and features a label by artist Hans Erni.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: 1st Jan 1998\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 1990-2010\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would appear to be a sure bet for the wine of the vintage. Certainly, it is the most complete and backward 1987, with at least 10-15 years of aging potential. The touching dedication from the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild's daughter on the label is almost worth the price of one bottle. Additionally, 1987 was the last vintage of the Baron, and thus will probably fetch a fortune in 40 or 50 years. This is one of the deepest and most opaque wines of the vintage, with a tight, yet promising bouquet of cedar and black currants. This wine exhibits surprising depth, medium to full body, and plenty of tannin in the finish. Anticipated maturity: Now-2010. Last tasted, 11\/90.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes:\u003cbr\u003eThe wine exhibits a dark red color, shading to orange at the rim. The nose offers notes of wax and fruit, particularly raspberry and cherry, along with aromas of humus and leather. The attack is elegant, maintaining a touch of freshness. Vanilla flavors emerge on the palate, with well-integrated tannins and a silky texture. The wine concludes with a harmonious finish featuring ripe fruit and spice flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: 5 to 15 October\u003cbr\u003eVarietal Mix: Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Merlot 8%, Cabernet Franc 7%\u003cbr\u003eLabel Artist: Hans Erni (1909–2015)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966588796992,"sku":"RDFR19871237","price":1348.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-1987.jpg?v=1706148541"},{"product_id":"chateau-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-1983-750ml-1","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1983 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1983 Château Mouton Rothschild is an elegant vintage with a refined and fresh character. It presents an attractively intense purple color, transitioning to a slightly brickish tint with age. The nose is beautifully aromatic, with a combination of spices, cocoa, caramel, coffee grounds, and a touch of mint. On the palate, it offers a smooth and rich attack, with silky tannins and layers of black fruit, cedarwood, incense, and blond tobacco, accented by a peppery finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 17, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a forgotten vintage for Mouton. There are pretty aromas of sweet Thai basil along with Asian plums. Full, soft and fruity. You might say it's almost jammy ? but it's also so round and gorgeous. Love it now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 1, 1998\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 1990-2015\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic Mouton lead-pencil, cedary nose has begun to emerge. This medium dark ruby, elegant, medium-bodied wine will never be a great or legendary Mouton. The flavors are ripe and moderately rich. With good depth and some firm tannins to resolve, this offering from Mouton is bigger and richer than the 1981, 1979, or 1978. Austere by the standards of Mouton and the vintage, the 1983 resembles the Chateau's fine 1966. Anticipated maturity: Now-2015. Last tasted, 10\/90.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 4, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2005-2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark crimson and rather luxurious-looking. Very polished and sumptuous – beautifully-knit nose. Very polished tannins and quite a bit of tannin tucked away on the end. Not heavy but a class act. First-growth quality confirmed. Super fresh and clean on the finish. At peak now. Not that concentrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1983 vintage presents an attractively intense purple color with a slightly brickish tint. The nose is refined, fresh, and richly aromatic, combining aromas of spice, cocoa, caramel, and coffee grounds with a touch of mint.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, the attack is smooth and rich, featuring patrician, silky tannins enveloped in a host of diverse flavors: black fruit, incense, cedarwood, and blond tobacco, accompanied by some peppery notes. This vintage is remarkable for its concentrated fruit and beautiful balance, exhibiting length, ample body, and fullness of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966589190208,"sku":"RDFR19831234","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-1983.jpg?v=1733996562"},{"product_id":"chateau-beau-sejour-becot-st-emilion-2020-750ml","title":"Chateau Beau Sejour Becot St-Emilion 2020 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2020 Château Beau-Séjour Bécot is a stunning wine, noted for its deep purple-black color and vibrant aromas of preserved plums, chocolate-covered cherries, wild blueberries, and raspberry preserves, along with hints of rose oil and licorice. The palate is medium-bodied and energetic, with intense red and black fruit flavors balanced by fine tannins and bold freshness. The finish is long and perfumed, showing remarkable elegance. This wine, which blends 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, will continue to evolve beautifully, with peak drinking expected from 2027 to 2055.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96-97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 7, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has a fantastic finish with crushed blackberries and raspberries and salt undertones. it'sfull-bodied, yet really racy and polished with such fine, intense tannins. Love the length to this. Very distinguished and toned. Excellent energy. 85% merlot, 13% cabernet franc and 2% cabernet sauvignon.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 6, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2055\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplaying a deep purple-black color, the 2020 Beau-Sejour Becot prances out of the glass with showy scents of preserved plums, chocolate-covered cherries, wild blueberries and raspberry preserves, plus suggestions of rose oil, ground cloves and licorice. The elegantly crafted, medium-bodied palate shimmers with energy, offering a fantastic intensity of crunchy red and black fruits, supported by fine-grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Simply stunning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 1, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2028-2044\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvety rich deep blue fruits, this is powerful and measured, fruit-forward and yet subtle, layered blueberry and raspberry with smoked almonds and mocha on the finish. Sleek and finessed fruit flavours, a sense of forward motion from beginning to end and a burst of freshly-grated minerality on the finish. Extremely good quality. This is the second to last vintage in the new cellar, before building a new cellar for 2023 vintage. They have done a lot of work in the vineyards studying the terroir to understand how smaller sectors and zones within each plot reacts, and this work of studying the plots will help to inform the new cellar. Harvest September 8th to September 29th. 3.5ph. A yield of 42hl\/ha. 16 months ageing in 65% new oak barrel, 35% in vats, amphoras and 20hl oak tanks. Thomas Duclos consultant.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 13% Cabernet Franc 2% Cabernet Sauvignon 85% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966595350592,"sku":"RDFR20202764","price":145.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-st-emilion-750ml.jpg?v=1755604301"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-poyferre-st-julien-2006-1500ml","title":"Chateau Leoville Poyferre St-Julien 2006 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003eThe 2006 Château Léoville Poyferré is a harmonious and evolving wine, offering a deep garnet color with bright, vermilion highlights. It opens with expressive toasty aromas, accompanied by ripe black fruits and subtle vanilla. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with well-integrated, silky tannins that carry through to a lively, persistent finish. This wine, with its rich structure and depth, continues to evolve beautifully, showcasing a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. It demonstrates the elegance and complexity expected of a fine Bordeaux, making it a wine to enjoy now or continue aging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Chateau Leoville Poyferre has one of the most harmonious and complete bouquets from Saint Julien: very well-defined blackberry, briary and chalky scents, real focus and delivery here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, ripe tannin matched with well-judged acidity. Like the 2006 Leoville-Barton, it is stubborn and backward, but there is clearly harmony and focus on the finish, the new oak deftly assimilated in the fabric of the wine. This is a lovely wine from Didier Cuvelier. Tasted January 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 14, 2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDate: 2018-2034\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderful aromatics that display beautiful aromas of bramble fruits, evolving with age into glowing embers without sacrificing fruit. A rich smoked chicory note is evident that sets Léoville Poyferré apart from the other two Bordeaux Léovilles. Still young and crackling with life with undeniable exoticism. There is a real sense of lift through the palate and excellent persistency. \u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 73% Cabernet Sauvignon 21% Merlot 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 2, 2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDrink: 2016-2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot and 21% Merlot.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep crimson with garnet rim. Lovely, dark, spicy cassis with just a hint of cassis leaf. Dark and very slightly floral. Upright, dry and long-limbed, savoury and dark and long. Tannins are still quite chewy\/chalky but rounded and there's good freshness. Some fine cigar-box notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeoville-poyferre.fr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great 2006. Comparable to 1996 ?\u003cbr\u003eThe vines benefited from very similar weather conditions to 2005 until September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe careful mastery of  vine-care techniques followed by well-adapted vinification methods have brought out the full quality potential of this vintage, revealing a remarkable wine, more marked by the Cabernet Sauvignon than usual, comparable to 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tasting notes – 2022\u003cbr\u003eThe 2006 vintage is bright and limpid, showing a deep garnet color with pronounced vermeil highlights, reminiscent of a great Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToasty notes are in the forefront of this expressive wine accompanied by aromas of ripe black fruit accented by vanilla.  Still pleasant and bright, the bouquet is evolving beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh and tasty upon entry, ripe black fruit aromas echo through to the mid-palate with silky, well-integrated  tannins, ending on a lively note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoils\u003cbr\u003eTerraces of Mindel gravel, sandy-clay subsoil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest Dates\u003cbr\u003e21st September to 7th October\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966595416128,"sku":"RDFR20061060","price":478.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-leoville-poyferre-saint-julien-1500ml.jpg?v=1754567171"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-poyferre-st-julien-2006-750ml","title":"Chateau Leoville Poyferre St-Julien 2006 750ml","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-126\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[70rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003eThe 2006 Château Léoville Poyferré is a harmonious and evolving wine, offering a deep garnet color with bright, vermilion highlights. It opens with expressive toasty aromas, accompanied by ripe black fruits and subtle vanilla. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with well-integrated, silky tannins that carry through to a lively, persistent finish. This wine, with its rich structure and depth, continues to evolve beautifully, showcasing a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. It demonstrates the elegance and complexity expected of a fine Bordeaux, making it a wine to enjoy now or continue aging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Chateau Leoville Poyferre has one of the most harmonious and complete bouquets from Saint Julien: very well-defined blackberry, briary and chalky scents, real focus and delivery here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, ripe tannin matched with well-judged acidity. Like the 2006 Leoville-Barton, it is stubborn and backward, but there is clearly harmony and focus on the finish, the new oak deftly assimilated in the fabric of the wine. This is a lovely wine from Didier Cuvelier. Tasted January 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 14, 2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDate: 2018-2034\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderful aromatics that display beautiful aromas of bramble fruits, evolving with age into glowing embers without sacrificing fruit. A rich smoked chicory note is evident that sets Léoville Poyferré apart from the other two Bordeaux Léovilles. Still young and crackling with life with undeniable exoticism. There is a real sense of lift through the palate and excellent persistency. \u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 73% Cabernet Sauvignon 21% Merlot 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWS 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 31, 2009\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackberry, licorice and blueberry aromas lead to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a clean finish. Firm and attractive. Best after 2014.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished on March 31, 2009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 2, 2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDrink: 2016-2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot and 21% Merlot.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep crimson with garnet rim. Lovely, dark, spicy cassis with just a hint of cassis leaf. Dark and very slightly floral. Upright, dry and long-limbed, savoury and dark and long. Tannins are still quite chewy\/chalky but rounded and there's good freshness. Some fine cigar-box notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeoville-poyferre.fr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great 2006. Comparable to 1996 ?\u003cbr\u003eThe vines benefited from very similar weather conditions to 2005 until September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe careful mastery of  vine-care techniques followed by well-adapted vinification methods have brought out the full quality potential of this vintage, revealing a remarkable wine, more marked by the Cabernet Sauvignon than usual, comparable to 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tasting notes – 2022\u003cbr\u003eThe 2006 vintage is bright and limpid, showing a deep garnet color with pronounced vermeil highlights, reminiscent of a great Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToasty notes are in the forefront of this expressive wine accompanied by aromas of ripe black fruit accented by vanilla.  Still pleasant and bright, the bouquet is evolving beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh and tasty upon entry, ripe black fruit aromas echo through to the mid-palate with silky, well-integrated  tannins, ending on a lively note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966595481664,"sku":"RDFR20061059","price":230.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Leoville-Poyferre-St-Julien-1_98e11051-ebaf-44a9-ada4-51bc0a48be07.jpg?v=1706148920"},{"product_id":"chateau-palmer-margaux-1986-750ml","title":"Chateau Palmer Margaux 1986 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 1986 Château Palmer, composed of 48% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, and 4% Cabernet Franc, received a 92 rating from The Wine Advocate. This vintage shows a well-balanced, medium-bodied profile with notes of blackcurrant, raspberry, cedar, and violets, becoming more pronounced over time. Though more reserved than the 1985, it offers a precise, masculine tobacco-infused finish. It is at its peak now, with an expected lifespan through 2028. Jancis Robinson notes its youthful, powerful fruit and fine-grained tannins, but it is less perfumed than the 1985. This vintage benefited from a hot, dry summer followed by timely rainfall in September, which helped achieve full ripeness, contributing to its ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at the Chateau Palmer vertical in London, the 1986 Chateau Palmer might not embrace you like the 1985, and yet it remains a Margaux with pedigree. It offers blackcurrant pastilles, raspberry and cedar on the nose, violets unfurling with time in the glass, guiding the drinker to its appellation of origin. The palate is medium-bodied and well balanced, as expected, more austere and reserved than the 1985, but with fine backbone and an attractive masculine, tobacco-infused finish that is precise and long. It is not in the same class as the 1989, but it has clearly reached its drinking plateau and should continue there for at least another decade. Tasted May 2015. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 28, 2009\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 1997-2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSweeter and more plummy on the nose than the 1985. More cedary but also cassis and dark chocolate\/mocha. Seems far more youthful than the 1985. More primary dark fruit. Firmer, fuller and less perfumed but still with a fine freshness. Fine-grained tannins still have some grip though they taste fully ripe. More powerful than the 1985, less scented but more fruit. Grip on the finish is just a little dry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eChateau-palmer.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eChâteau Palmer has always transcended fashions and trends to instead tap into a single voice: its terroir. The finesse and elegance of its Margaux roots, the softness and sophistication of its texture, the nobility of leather and the gentle caress of velvet. An almost identical blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, rounded off with a touch of Petit Verdot, forge the Palmer style. The aromas offer an immersion in a bouquet of flowers, fruit, and spices, enveloped in a fleshy, generous structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1986 blend: Merlot 48% Cabernet sauvignon 41% Cabernet franc 4% Petit verdot 7%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: From 2nd to 16th october 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNature works its magic. After three months of record-breaking drought, perfectly timed rain in September gave the grapes a quick boost. The result? Grapes harvested at full ripeness and a vintage with great ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn paper, 1986 is a similar vintage to 1985. However, the random alternation of hot and cold, dry and wet, provided each year with distinct characteristics. January was wet and cold on the whole. February, on the other hand, was extremely cold. March and April were hardly better, and very wet. The vines were late. Budding occurred around the 14th. April was one of the rainiest and coldest months in the last 20 years. The vines struggled as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very sunny month of May made up for this delay. Flowering was promising and homogenous. The vines reached full flower by 13 June. This was followed by a hot, very dry summer. Late August broke all drought records with three months without a single drop of water. Fortunately, two periods of heavy rainfall in September accelerated ripening and enabled the grapes to be harvested at optimum maturity during a very sunny October. The Merlot, picked from the 4th onwards, and particularly the Cabernet Sauvignon, produced a wine with a high sugar content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting 1986 is a thoughtful vintage and big on Cabernet. The wines needed time to open up and reveal themselves, but the years of cellaring have enabled them to achieve both balance and elegance. The bouquet is fine, complex – almost mineral. Meanwhile, the palate has evolved towards a smooth, round, enveloping texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966595547200,"sku":"RDFR19861314","price":675.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-palmer-margaux-750ml.jpg?v=1760003575"},{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-st-emilion-2006-750ml","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc St-Emilion 2006 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2006 Château Cheval Blanc is a rich, powerful wine that blends 54% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts a deep, crushed blackberry color and a nose that is intense with ripe red fruit aromas, hints of blond tobacco, and a slight woody note. The palate is voluminous, combining the rich texture of Merlot with the aromatic finesse of Cabernet Franc. It is full-bodied, with sweet tannins and a long finish. Despite its power, the wine is structured with excellent precision and mineral richness, showcasing the complexity of the 2006 vintage. Though still firm and tannic, it holds great aging potential, evolving beautifully over the next decade or more.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London.The 2006 Chateau Cheval Blanc is a blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc. It has the most floral bouquet of the four Serie A Grand Cru Classe: an explosion of crushed violets and potpourri, hints of leather and cigar box, the Cabernet Franc clearly lending this complexity and character. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin. It feels wonderfully structured and comes with an insistent grip that coats the mouth. This is backward and almost surly, but you have to stand back and admire the precision and arching structure on the mineral-rich finish. Top-dog Saint Emilion? That's for sure. Tasted January 2016. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 6, 62); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e 92\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 10, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeptember rainfall hit St Emilion quite hard, and there was some dilution in the grapes, and careful selection and sorting were required. The 2006 Cheval Blanc has recently shown well but this bottle was not entirely satisfactory, though far from faulty. The nose is ripe and intense, with a grapy raspberry character and considerable poise and finesse. On the palate it's still firm and tannic; it's certainly concentrated, but quite grippy too and lacks the charm of the nose. A long chewy finish makes one wonder how the wine will evolve, but mature Cheval Blanc is unlikely to disappoint.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 45% Cabernet Franc 55% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 4, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Fresh and lively on the nose. Juicy and lively. Sinewy and correct. Inky and sappy. Racy. Lovely wine. Tight and with lots of future. Introvert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-cheval-blanc.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it won its first medal, still featured on its labels, at the Universal Exhibition of London in 1862, Château Cheval Blanc has maintained its place as one of the world’s greatest wines. Its grace, alchemy and elegance are the incarnation of refined French culture, of unparalleled quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has been situated in the commune of Saint-Emilion for 200 years. It covers 39.5 hectares divided into 55 plots, each of which is different and unique. Each plot has its own characteristics according to its age, size and, in particular, its soil and grape variety. Each plot is vinified separately so that it can express its individuality fully before blending and so that it can contribute to the overall coherence of each vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc has always been managed with longevity in mind: all the particularities of this legendary Bordeaux have been preserved throughout the years – its terroir, grape varieties and style – whilst its qualities continue to become more refined and assertive.  Thanks to the mineral and vegetal heritage and increasingly rigorous know-how, Château Cheval Blanc has made a place for itself on the most prestigious tables across the globe for over a century and a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2006 TASTING NOTE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis warm and dry year was particularly favourable to Merlot. 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Sweet tannins and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending: Merlot  54 % Cabernet Franc  45 % Cabernet Sauvignon  1 %\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966595842112,"sku":"RDFR20060214","price":1129.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-cheval-blanc-saint-emilion-2006-750ml.jpg?v=1776835682"},{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-pauillac-2014-750ml","title":"Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 2014 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2014 Château Lafite Rothschild is a refined, elegant Pauillac with a deep garnet color and aromas of blackcurrant, violet, cedar, and oyster shell. The palate is fresh and precise, with lively acidity, fine mineral tannins, and a long, balanced finish. Composed of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, it’s structured yet graceful - classic Lafite in a more approachable style. This vintage may not shout, but it whispers with finesse - an understated powerhouse that stays true to Lafite’s timeless signature of grace, longevity, and quiet confidence.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 26, 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aromas of stones, oyster shell, blackcurrants and mushrooms are very intense. Full-bodied, dense and powerful with lots of blackberries. Great finish. Super energy and depth. Try in 2022. Fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Bordeaux 2014 revisited 10 years on\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2046\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant and deeply herbal, a mixture of fresh and savoury. Clean and clear, immediately quite zingy with acidity to the fore and while this doesn't get any weightier, and is definitely not plush, it continues the same initial flavour from start to a long finish. Keeps direction and definition, finessed and so well delivered. Balanced and harmonious, it's not shouting as Lafite never does, but this maintains a well proportioned expression and you feel like you could drink this now as well as age it further – it's almost timeless in that aspect. Slightly grainy, mineral-edged tannins on the finish. Structured despite being quite light. I love it.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 31, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2014 Lafite-Rothschild, tasted with head winemaker Eric Kohler, has retained that very opulent and outgoing bouquet that dare I say actually reminded me of Mouton-Rothschild. There are layers of blackberry and boysenberry fruit, still that hint of juniper berry, certainly a more extrovert Lafite-Rothschild compared to recent vintages. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp tannin, very focused and quite linear, again with plenty of black fruit laced with cedar and tobacco. It begins to clam up towards the saline finish, suggesting that it will need several years in bottle, but I still have high expectations for this First Growth once afforded several years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 21, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Youthfully dark colour. Sweet dark fruit and tea leaves. That sweetness of fruit seems a touch raisined. Juicy, relatively light-bodied so that the tannins are starting to dry on the finish, or do they just need more time? Hard to tell. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elafite.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2014 vintage\u003cbr\u003eSignificant rainfall from November to February restored groundwater reserves, which had already been substantially replenished by average or higher than average rain in 2012 and 2013.\u003cbr\u003eTemperatures remained above normal and the vines missed the hearty winter frosts; what we really wanted were about two weeks of crisp mornings with beautiful sunshine, dry cold and no wind. But you cannot control nature! Bud break was early, followed by uniform flowering during the first week of June, spurred on by a rise in temperatures.\u003cbr\u003eAs always, the impact of the weather on the vineyard was our primary concern, and our teams worked throughout the year to ensure that the grapes reach maturity in perfect health. The onset of ripening occurred over two periods, first in late July and then again after 15 August, creating differences in the ripeness of the bunches on the same vine.\u003cbr\u003eSome \"juggling\" was therefore necessary when it came to the harvests, in order to make the best choices; the pickers and sorters were under strict orders to only keep the very best quality red grapes, suited to the production our Pauillac grand vins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation\u003cbr\u003ePauillac is located on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, approximately 40km North of Bordeaux. With the tempering influence of the estuary and a great diversity of soils originated from both the Massif Central and the Pyrenees, Pauillac boasts exceptional climatic and geological conditions to make outstanding wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir\u003cbr\u003eChateau Lafite Rothschild is located to the north of the appellation, bordering Saint Estèphe. Lafite's best terroirs stretch on the 50ha Plateau des Carruades to the west of the Château. This plateau, which is the highest point of the Pauillac appellation, is well-drained and enjoys optimal sun exposure. Its clayey gravel soils offer excellent water regulating abilities, and provide optimal ripening conditions for the Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003eSome 4.5 ha planted in the neighbouring Saint Estephe appellation, count amongst the oldest vines of the property and provide year after year grapes of outstanding quality for the Grand Vin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003eIn order to reveal the magic of Lafite’s terroir, every step of the wine elaboration is carried out with the greatest precision. Depending of their provenance and level of ripeness, grapes will be transferred into either wooden, stainless steel or concrete vats. Alcoholic fermentation is conducted at controlled temperature, with regular pumping over to gently release all the phenolic compounds in the grapes. Each vat is carefully monitored and tasted daily in order to determine the best racking time. The maceration period variesfor each tank but is around 20 days in total.\u003cbr\u003eAfter malolactic fermentation wines are transferred into French oak barrels. Lafite has its own cooperage in Pauillac, la Tonnellerie des Domaines, which contributes to its unique style. The selection for the grand vin is made in March, once the wines have settled and start revealing their full potential. Every barrel is tasted individually and only the best ones are set aside for the final blend.\u003cbr\u003eOnce blended, the wine is aged for a further 20 months in barrels, primarily of new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes\u003cbr\u003e87 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e10 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e3 % Cabernet franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful, intense red garnet colour.\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is complex and fruity, characteristic of 2014, with beautiful floral notes. There is a light toasted note, but the wood is already well integrated. In the mouth, the wine is massive, displaying power and elegance at the same time. Blackberries and blackcurrants again declare a strong presence, and are complemented by the notes of violet and cedar so often found in Lafite's wines.\u003cbr\u003eThe palate is fresh, harmonious and very long. There is a pleasant balance between richness and finesse.\u003cbr\u003eTo enjoy this wine at its peak, one will have to manage to wait about ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966596169792,"sku":"RDFR20140850","price":1398.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lafite-Rothschild_0c63b6af-3441-4a0e-b63d-598020e11611.jpg?v=1706149022"},{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-pauillac-1998-750ml","title":"Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 1998 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1998 Château Lafite Rothschild is a wine that has evolved beautifully over the years, showcasing the true elegance of this esteemed estate. With a deep garnet color, it presents an aromatic profile of sandalwood, crème de cassis, smoked meats, black pepper, and a touch of garrigue. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, soft, and plush, offering savory plum preserves flavors with a long, savory finish. The balance between structure and finesse is remarkable, with a gradual increase in power and intensity, ending with ripe, red fruit notes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 31, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2038\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Merlot, the 1998 Lafite Rothschild is deep garnet with a hint of brick and gorgeous notions of sandalwood, cr?me de cassis, smoked meats, black pepper and garrigue with touches of chargrill, dried herbs and mincemeat pie. Medium-bodied, soft and plush on the palate, it has tons of mouth-filling savory and plum preserves flavors and a very long, savory finish. Delicious now, it should keep for 15-20 more years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 1, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage began with a dry spring followed by a hot August, giving grapes with thick skins and plenty of tannin and colour. Rain arrived at harvest, but because of earlier conditions, no damage was done. The final wine is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Merlot; just over a third of the grapes made it into the grand vin. Results were inconsistent – one bottle showed a tell-tale whiff of Brettanomyces tamping down the fruit, but a second bottle was much better, with clean, curranty fruit, rich texture, and silky tannins. When it is good, it is terrific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eJancis Robinson |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 27, 2010\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2008-2018\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavoury and bone dry and quite delicate, with very soft tannins already on the palate. Refined but in minor key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elafite.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1998 vintage\u003cbr\u003eA brilliant vintage ! The first three months of the year were marked by quite high temperatures and not too much rain. The month of July wasn’t very sunny and almost fresh and dry and seemed to block the vines. First grappes appeared on 22nd July. August was surprisingly hot and gave precocious vines. As a consequence of a dry summer, vine growth stops early. In mid-September our analyses reach exceptional levels, we are very close to the legendary vintage.\u003cbr\u003eThe harvest took place from September 24th to October 10th.\u003cbr\u003eThe humidity at the end of September accelerated the end of maturity. The evolution of the grappes was very rapid from then on and it became obvious that the harvest had to take place very quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation\u003cbr\u003ePauillac is located on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, approximately 40km North of Bordeaux. With the tempering influence of the estuary and a great diversity of soils originated from both the Massif Central and the Pyrenees, Pauillac boasts exceptional climatic and geological conditions to make outstanding wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir\u003cbr\u003eChateau Lafite Rothschild is located to the north of the appellation, bordering Saint Estèphe. Lafite's best terroirs stretch on the 50ha Plateau des Carruades to the west of the Château. This plateau, which is the highest point of the Pauillac appellation, is well-drained and enjoys optimal sun exposure. Its clayey gravel soils offer excellent water regulating abilities, and provide optimal ripening conditions for the Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003eSome 4.5 ha planted in the neighbouring Saint Estephe appellation, count amongst the oldest vines of the property and provide year after year grapes of outstanding quality for the Grand Vin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003eIn order to reveal the magic of Lafite’s terroir, every step of the wine elaboration is carried out with the greatest precision. Depending of their provenance and level of ripeness, grapes will be transferred into either wooden, stainless steel or concrete vats. Alcoholic fermentation is conducted at controlled temperature, with regular pumping over to gently release all the phenolic compounds in the grapes. Each vat is carefully monitored and tasted daily in order to determine the best racking time. The maceration period variesfor each tank but is around 20 days in total.\u003cbr\u003eAfter malolactic fermentation wines are transferred into French oak barrels. Lafite has its own cooperage in Pauillac, la Tonnellerie des Domaines, which contributes to its unique style. The selection for the grand vin is made in March, once the wines have settled and start revealing their full potential. Every barrel is tasted individually and only the best ones are set aside for the final blend.\u003cbr\u003eOnce blended, the wine is aged for a further 20 months in barrels, primarily of new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes\u003cbr\u003e81 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e19 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eThis vintage has a pleasantly woody, spicy nose; the palate is structured and well balanced, gradually increasing in power with great elegance; the finish is long and characterized by very red, ripe fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966598561856,"sku":"RDFR19980838","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lafite-Rothschild_4656cf37-bec0-4c7e-beb7-8b421b3d0e4f.jpg?v=1706149090"},{"product_id":"chateau-cos-d-estournel-st-estephe-2001-750ml","title":"Chateau Cos D'Estournel St-Estephe 2001 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"306\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2001 Cos d'Estournel is now entering its prime drinking window. While still evolving, it has reached a stage where its complexity and balance are becoming more evident. The tannins have softened, and the wine now offers a smooth, velvety texture with vibrant freshness, making it highly enjoyable. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those who appreciate wines with a bit more age and depth, the 2001 is ready to be enjoyed now, but it will continue to evolve and improve over the next 5 to 10 years. If you’re looking for a more integrated and refined experience, this vintage will continue to offer great rewards through 2038.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 2, 2018\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2018-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorgeous, a clear step up from the 2000 vintage as it approaches its second decade. This is not quite ready to drink, although a few hours in a decanter could open it up sufficiently. It's full of intense, tight and spirited black fruits, replete with this château’s signature richness of structure, which seems to ooze naturally through the tannins. There's a real sense of energy and zest, with liquorice, slate, spice, cassis and black cherry. The second half of August was hotter in 2001 than 2000 in St-Estèphe, and the grapes were left to reach a long, slow maturity. Harvesting did not begin until 1 October when the nights were getting cooler –this will have helped the wine keep its remarkable freshness. Matured in 80% new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon 45% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 1, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2033\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2001 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot - a very high percentage of Merlot in this vintage and a very late harvest, which started on October 1st. Deep garnet in color, the nose is singing with savory notes of smoked meats, tapenade, bay leaves and beef drippings with a core of plum preserves, redcurrant jelly, dried cherries and baked blackcurrants with wafts of peppermint tea and dried roses. Medium-bodied, the palate practically tingles with vibrant dried herbs, red fruit preserves and minty notes, structured with firm, finely grained tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and minerally. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 17, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvety textured with soft and silky tannins and a chocolate, meat and berry character. Full and round. Slightly forgotten and delicious. Drink now. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 14, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-PWMHG koBMyh\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServed blind alongside Léoville Las Cases 2001 and notably more purple, drier and a bit more severe. Bright, still-youthful crimson but a bit more mellow on the palate and over time in the glass this became decidedly more charming. Only slightly austere and with a black-olive character. Still very much evolving, from the Jean-Guillaume Prats era, made the year after the estate was bought by the current owner, Michel Reybier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstournel.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFASCINATING, OPULENT, VOLUPTUOUS\u003cbr\u003eAn invitation to travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike a solitary adventurer who has sailed the seas, Cos d'Estournel initially appears secretive and intriguing. Then he slowly reveals himself. Step by step, with small touches, he evokes stories of distant cities, markets with a thousand secrets, joyful celebrations in warm stone villages, and women with voluptuous curves. The smells, colors, and flavors are gradually revealed, like happy memories. An elegant, fascinating charm, somewhere between restraint and unashamed sensuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCABERNET SAUVIGNON: 55%\u003cbr\u003eMERLOT: 45%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the 2001 Cos d'Estournel was originally a very powerful and woody wine, the aromas have gradually become more rounded and have been able to channel their liveliness. Today, it is a particularly pleasant vintage, both silky and velvety, with a very long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966607769664,"sku":"RDFR20010324","price":398.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-cos-d-estournel-saint-estephe-750ml.jpg?v=1759229138"},{"product_id":"chateau-cos-destournel-st-estephe-2011-1500ml","title":"Chateau Cos D'Estournel St-Estephe 2011 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2011 Cos d’Estournel is one of the standout wines of the vintage—structured, expressive, and aging beautifully. With a blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon, it opens with dark berries, roasted nuts, spice, and savory notes. The palate is firm and layered, showing depth and precision with muscular tannins and a long, savory finish. While already enjoyable, this vintage continues to evolve and will reward further cellaring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003eJS 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 17, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is really excellent for the vintage with currants, dark berries and minerals on the nose and palate. Full body, firm tannins and a long finish. It’s a bit linear but racy and superb. One of the best of the vintage. Better in 2020.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 19, 2021\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2021-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, dark and spicy in its aromatics and its fruit - really get that feel of a red wine steeped in aromatic herbs and spices. Less evident austerity than the Montrose although that is not to say that this is a generous vintage at Cos, more that it benefits from a sense of powerful exoticism. The hail meant picking the Cabernet a little earlier than they might have wanted (harvest was September 5th to 16th), but they have handled it well, and this still has plenty to give with a little more ageing in bottle. 80% new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(156, 8, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 30, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2045\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet-purple colored 2011 Cos d'Estournel gives up compelling notes of roasted nuts, black cherry compote, blueberry pie and red and black currants with touches of yeast extract and smoked meats. Medium to full-bodied, very firm, grainy textured and with a great core of youthful black fruits, the palate reveals loads of savory layers on the very long finish. This is very youthful and slowly maturing - a very impressive showing for this vintage! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5+\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 21, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Dark crimson. Gives an impression of hidden depths on the nose. Good balance of dimensions but not yet fully developed. Long and relatively powerful. Muscular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstournel.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFASCINATING, OPULENT, VOLUPTUOUS\u003cbr\u003eAn invitation to travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike a solitary adventurer who has sailed the seas, Cos d'Estournel initially appears secretive and intriguing. Then he slowly reveals himself. Step by step, with small touches, he evokes stories of distant cities, markets with a thousand secrets, joyful celebrations in warm stone villages, and women with voluptuous curves. The smells, colors, and flavors are gradually revealed, like happy memories. An elegant, fascinating charm, somewhere between restraint and unashamed sensuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCABERNET SAUVIGNON : 65%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMERLOT : 30%\u003cbr\u003eCABERNET FRANC : 5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine today rewards the risks taken, developing pleasant aromas, with a floral side and a long and beautiful freshness. A vintage that deserves our patience to enjoy it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966624317504,"sku":"RDFR20110335","price":666.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-cos-d-estournel-saint-estephe-1500ml.jpg?v=1777264542"},{"product_id":"chateau-cos-destournel-st-estephe-2008-750ml","title":"Chateau Cos D'Estournel St-Estephe 2008 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2008 Cos d’Estournel is a classically styled, finely structured wine that is just entering its prime. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, it opens with deep, savory aromas—smoked meat, tobacco, cassis, and dried herbs—layered with spice and mineral nuances. The palate is medium-bodied, vibrant, and elegantly composed, with ripe, grainy tannins and a persistent, earthy finish. Still youthful in energy, this vintage is drinking beautifully now and will continue to evolve gracefully.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 30, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium to deep garnet colored 2008 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Pow! The nose explodes with notes of baked cherries, preserved plums, fried herbs, beef drippings and warm cassis with wafts of wood smoke, salami and tobacco leaf. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegant and earthy\/savory in character, sporting beautifully ripe, grainy tannins and bags of freshness, finishing on a lingering mineral note. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJamessuckling.com \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: June 16, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very decadent wine on the nose with so much meat, spice and ripe fruit character. Sea shell as well. Full body, tight and structured with silky tannins and a lots of intense fruit. Vibrant wine. Better in 2020 but already fascinating to drink. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 2, 2018\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2018-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2008 was a fairly late and fresh vintage, with a low yield of 28hl\/ha, which helped to ripen the Cabernet Sauvignon. The new cellars meant they could carefully isolate plots and carry out more precise extractions at low temperatures (maximum 16°C) to protect the fruit. This wine was austere and tight when young, full of rigidity that needed time to soften, but it now feels precise and carefully-wrought. This is just beginning to open up, showcasing clear spice notes. It’s a little hesitant, but there's plenty of Cos d’Estournel signature polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 2% Cabernet Franc 85% Cabernet Sauvignon 13% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJancisrobinson.com | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 10, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2029\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery deep crimson. Very luscious and round. Strong blackcurrant element. Surprisingly gentle tannins, perhaps Jean-Guillaume’s swansong? Very well made but perhaps not necessarily a typical St-Estèphe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstournel.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFASCINATING, OPULENT, VOLUPTUOUS\u003cbr\u003eAn invitation to travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike a solitary adventurer who has sailed the seas, Cos d'Estournel initially appears secretive and intriguing. Then he slowly reveals himself. Step by step, with small touches, he evokes stories of distant cities, markets with a thousand secrets, joyful celebrations in warm stone villages, and women with voluptuous curves. The smells, colors, and flavors are gradually revealed, like happy memories. An elegant, fascinating charm, somewhere between restraint and unashamed sensuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCABERNET SAUVIGNON: 85% \u003cbr\u003eMERLOT: 13% \u003cbr\u003eCABERNET FRANC: 2% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe low yield of the vine promotes the ripening of the Cabernet Sauvignon, of a stunning precision. They come naturally to equilibrate with the roundness of the Merlot, to deliver a wine of classic style with elegant finesse. Still slightly on the reserve, Cos d?Estournel 2008 with beautiful freshness rounds gradually, the powerful notes permitting the appearance of a bright fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966624677952,"sku":"RDFR20080331","price":325.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-cos-d-estournel-saint-estephe-750ml.jpg?v=1759229138"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.1855thebottleshop.com\/collections\/bordeaux-wine\/bordeaux.oembed","provider":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}