{"title":"Pauillac | Bordeaux Left Bank","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"658\"\u003ePauillac is one of the most prestigious appellations in Bordeaux’s Left Bank, renowned for powerful, structured Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. Home to legendary First Growth estates such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Latour and Château Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac produces wines with deep complexity, firm tannins and exceptional ageing potential. Explore our curated selection of Pauillac wines in Singapore, from iconic classified growths to collectible vintages and outstanding second wines.\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. Generous right from its youth, it develops structure, finesse and elegance as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966567628864,"sku":"RDFR19981101","price":409.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lynch-Bages-Pauillac-1998-750ml.jpg?v=1753788516"},{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-2010-375ml","title":"Chateau Lynch Bages Pauillac 2010 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA powerful yet refined wine, the 2010 Lynch-Bages offers intense cassis, blackberry, and pencil-shaving aromas, complemented by firm tannins and lively acidity. Full-bodied with a deep, muscular core, this wine showcases exceptional concentration and complexity. 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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A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, it has excellent aging potential, earning RP 99 and JS 100. The label was designed by Xu Bing.\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 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 3, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExquisite purity of blackcurrants, raspberries and some citrus. The aromas flow from the glass. Full-bodied with seamless tannins that coat the palate and then fall into the center, to deliver a thoroughly refined and harmonious young red. Endless finish. 86% cabernet sauvignon. This is the new 1959, one of the legendary vintages of Mouton. 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. Another wine that’s also heady and rich but tightens up on the finish. Classy though it’s a tiny bit drying on the end. But there’s a lot of pleasure there. Refined and very long. \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;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2018 Tasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eThe wine has an intense, deep black colour.\u003cbr\u003eThe nose reveals intense ripe fruit aromas and nutmeg notes, set off by touches of mint.\u003cbr\u003eThe ample, full and refined attack opens on blackberry and cherry flavours lifted by a hint of spice. 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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. 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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. Generous right from its youth, it develops structure, finesse and elegance as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2008 Blend\u003cbr\u003e78%Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e13%Merlot\u003cbr\u003e7%Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e2%Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e« Everything comes to him who wants… »\u003cbr\u003eAs with the 2007 vintage, we laboured under a rather wet and depressing summer sky, before once again the weather improved late in the year, saving the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage in a nutshell: • Early but irregular budbreak • Cool and damp summer weather • Miraculous recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe began picking on 30 September and finished before the first frosts on 19 October. As with 2007, warm weather in September and October saved the vintage. 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-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. François-Xavier BORIE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCellar Master: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eM. Philippe GOUZE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966579359808,"sku":"RDFR20110664","price":152.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/chateau-grand-puy-lacoste-pauillac-2011-750ml.jpg?v=1776748485"},{"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-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-1987-750ml","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1987 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1987 Château Mouton Rothschild is a deep, elegant wine with a dark red color and notes of raspberry, cherry, leather, and humus. It has a smooth, silky texture with well-integrated tannins and a harmonious finish of ripe fruit and spice. 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-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-latour-pauillac-2015-750ml","title":"Chateau Latour Pauillac 2015 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2015 Château Latour is a rich, dense wine with a complex, elegant structure. It reveals aromas of dark berries, cassis, espresso roast, and pencil shavings, alongside a subtle hint of potpourri. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with a velvety texture and a layered mid-palate that leads into a sapid, long finish. This vintage showcases the estate’s meticulous farming and winemaking practices, combining classic structure with a generous, approachable character. It’s an excellent example of Latour’s ability to balance power and elegance, with the potential for further development over the next several decades.\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: Dec 27, 2018\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of iron, oyster shell, rust and stones with blueberries and blackberries. Full-bodied, yet ever so polished and refined. It rolls off the palate with fruit and salty flavors. Tight, focused and always refined. Pretty length. 97% cabernet sauvignon gives this brightness. Drink in 2022.\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 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 17, 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReally gorgeous aromatics, so perfumed, acutely aromatic, pristine, clear and precise with tobacco, cocoa, ash and liquorice. Round, heady, a sexy wine, with a lot to say, generous and open, smooth and layered - this deepens straight away vertically. I love the juiciness, there’s clarity to the raspberry, blueberry and blackcurrant fruit, sleek and joyful but the texture is there with a wet stone and liquorice to the tannins that gives such grip and edge of power. Still youthful and quite serious but there’s something so appealing about it with a sexy character and complexity. Bright and sharp but also with sweetness from the ripe vintage and savoury notes of truffle, cocoa, dark chocolate giving contrast. Such enjoyable floral violet scents too that follow the wine from start to finish. Excellently controlled and delivered with supreme appeal. One you want to sit with and take your time over, and then gulp down! 69 IPT, 30% of production. Harvest 15 september to 10 October. Technical director Hélène Genin.\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 6, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2050\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rich and demonstrative vintage for this estate, the 2015 Latour unfurls in the glass with aromas of dark berries, cassis, loamy soil, espresso roast, pencil shavings and a subtle hint of potpourri. Medium to full-bodied, supple and elegant, with a velvety attack that segues into a sweet, layered mid-palate, it's enveloping and complete, concluding with a sapid finish. The tauter, more classical 2014 is likely to prove longer lived, whereas the giving 2015 is a Latour that it wouldn't be a crime to drink young. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnder CEO Frédéric Engerer and technical director Hélène Génin, unremitting perfectionism and attention to detail are the order of the day at Château Latour, so it's no surprise that this great estate has delivered some of the finest wines of the vintage in Bordeaux. Certified organic since 2018, most of Latour's historic \"Enclos\" is being farmed biodynamically these days, and its entirety is now cultivated by horse to minimize soil compaction and preserve intact as many old vines as possible. But the objective, above all, rather than subscribing to any particular theoretical approach, is to treat the vineyard holistically, as a system, within and with nature rather than against it. Winemaking is precise but traditional, with macerations in stainless steel followed by maturation in barrel with rackings every three months and one fining with egg whites. Great attention is paid to the choice of barrels: each lot is tasted, and its style defined, before it's barreled down in cooperage adapted to that style. But if these methods realize the potential of this great site, what makes Latour's site so great? After all, this isn't the only vineyard to occupy the quaternary gravel terrace that makes its appearance along the banks of the Gironde. When I posed this question, Hélène Génin's response was to point to Latour's lenses of blue clay interfingered with and underlying those gravels. It's these pockets of clay in just the right places, Génin contends, that contain the secret to the wine's elegantly muscular power and immense longevity.\u003c\/em\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\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 18.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 25, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2032-2054\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. Could be Latour! \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. 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It’s an expressive wine with finesse, though not as concentrated as some previous vintages. This wine offers a unique balance of fruit and structure, and while it can be enjoyed now, it will continue to develop over the next 15-18 years.\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(144, 2, 2); 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\u003eA wine with extremely integrated fruit-tannin balance, with berry, currant and mineral character. it'sso polished and pretty. Full body, juicy fruit and a fresh finish. Needs five to six years of age to soften. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}'\u003eThe Wine Advocate |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 89\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}'\u003eJun 30, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at a vertical tasting at the Chateau. The 2011 Haut Batailley has an open and expressive bouquet with blackberry and crushed stone not as vibrant or displaying the same contrast as the 2012, but that powdered stone develops nicely in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and satisfying fruit concentration. This is a more elegant Haut-Batailley, without the weight and concentration of the previous two vintages, but offering finesse and composure on the finish. You could actually drink this now, but it will give another 15-18 years of pleasure. Tasted July 2016. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 21, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2019-2031\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Deep crimson. Oyster shells on the nose. Thick and sweet. Ambitious and dense. Somehow this manages to have more fruit than tannin or acidity. Lots of work went into this perhaps. It’s very atypical for the vintage but that’s probably a good thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHautbatailley.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut-Batailley is a harmonious, elegant wine with a fine tannic structure and will develop even more complexity and depth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard extends over 41 hectares on soils of deep Garonne gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22 hectares are currently in production. In 2017, when the Cazes family took over, 19 hectares of land with planting rights within AOC Pauillac had not been planted (they were never reinstated after Phylloxera).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne year later, following an in-depth study of the terroirs, an extensive planting programme was carried out. 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In 2022, 14 different varieties of over 910 trees and shrubs were  planted in the heart of the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966626807872,"sku":"RDFR20110711","price":123.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-haut-batailley-750ml.jpg?v=1755516640"},{"product_id":"chateau-darmailhac-pauillac-2008-750ml","title":"Chateau D'Armailhac Pauillac 2008 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA polished and classic Pauillac, the 2008 Château d'Armailhac shows off ripe cherry, tobacco, and a touch of roasted coffee on the nose. On the palate, it’s smooth and medium-bodied with silky tannins and juicy red fruit that make it both elegant and easy to enjoy. Approachable now but still holding well, this vintage delivers old-school Bordeaux charm with a modern softness.\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(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 19, 2010\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced and fruity with tobacco and berry character. Full and very soft with fine tannins, and a juicy fruit character on the finish. Best in 2012. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 1, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThis is a wine that is made to be elegant - the most accessible in the Mouton stable. They have achieved that with an attractive juicy finish. It doesn't have layers or depth as with some other Pauillacs in this vintage, but there are some lovely chewy tannins on the finish. Although this is ready to drink, it still has plenty of life ahead of it.\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\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: May 2, 2011\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2011-2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dense plum\/purple color is followed by a supple, evolved, medium-bodied wine revealing an elegant bouquet of red and black currants, charcoal, toast and earth. Enjoy this impressive 2008 over the next 12-15 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 2, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Smudgy rim. Correct, upright but fruity palate. Lighter than some Pauillacs but offering lots of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-darmailhac.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 2008 -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA deep red, Chateau d'Armailhac 2008 is a wine in the classic mould. The nose displays fruity morello cherry aromas lifted by delicate touches of roasted coffee and vanilla.\u003cbr\u003eFrom a forthright and elegant attack, the palate develops red fruit flavours underpinned by highly elegant, silky tannins. Round and full-bodied, the wine offers a long and lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966642831424,"sku":"RDFR20080374","price":175.0,"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-lafite-rothschild-pauillac-1989-750ml","title":"Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 1989 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1989 Château Lafite Rothschild is showing impressive maturity and balance. With a beautiful color and a nose that blends leather, wax, and red fruit, it demonstrates classic Lafite elegance. The wine's structure is solid, marked by firm, compact tannins and a refined character that grows more expressive over time. On the palate, it offers a harmonious mix of cloves, berries, plums, and potpourri, with subtle floral notes of roses. Despite its earlier dormancy, it is now reaching a peak, showcasing rich complexity with exceptional depth. This wine is an excellent example of Pauillac’s finesse, offering a perfect balance of power and restraint.\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 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 12, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac 1989: I have never been a huge fan of this Lafite but it seems to be coming into its own now. it'sa wine with a character of cloves and berries with hints plums. It shows loads of potpourri. Roses too. Full and so balanced. Tight and youthful. The winemaker at Lafite says that when he wants to show someone a perfect example of Pauillac this is the Lafite he pours. Maybe he is right? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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: Mar 31, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular vintage has cropped up several times in 2012. Here, served in Bordeaux, it has a leafy bouquet with graphite infused blackberry and briary aromas that build beautifully in the glass. It is quintessential Lafite - elegant and refined, with no desire to impress by its power. The palate is supremely well balanced with fine tannins that frame the undergrowth and cedar-tinged black fruit. It is wonderfully composed, a stately Lafite-Rothschild that is at its peak. Beautiful. Drink now. Tasted November 2012.\u003c\/span\u003e\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 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2005-2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDry winter, dry spring, dry summer. Just a little rain in July. A severe drought, causing the remarkably early growth of vegetation. Hence for some, the harvest started as early as 31 August. That had not been seen since... 1893! The intense heat continued during the harvest and the grapes were picked in perfect condition, with a high degree of alcohol and well-ripened tannins, the fruit of the drought.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis was served blind and I am ashamed of the way that both I and Jay McInerney (sitting opposite each other in the dining room of Ch Lafite) tasted with our eyes rather than our palates. We simply read in the the accompanying booklet that this was the earliest harvest since 1893 and decided before we even tasted the wine that it must be the 2003. A shocking example of mind over matter since the wine looked and tasted relatively mature (mind you, so do quite a lot of 2003s, and Eric next to me told me it was not a 1989). This was much richer and sweeter than the Lafites we had tasted in the chai. There was a slightly charred quality to it (was the fruit a bit raisined? or sunburnt? not according to the booklet). It was already well integrated on the nose but a bit unknit on the spicy palate with some notable acidity and a certain drying quality on the end. Rich and solid and a little atypical for Lafite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elafite.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1989 vintage\u003cbr\u003eAfter a dry, temperate winter, bud break occurred on 29 March, corresponding to a fairly normal year. Fine spring weather resulted in rapid growth and flowering was very early, beginning on 28 May. The summer was hot, with some dry periods, interspersed with a few thunderstorms.\u003cbr\u003eThe harvests were particularly early this year. For some plots, they began on 31 August, nearly three weeks earlier than usual. In fact, these were the earliest harvests since 1893. The grapes were in perfectly satisfactory health.\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\u003e67 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e33 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful colour; a hint of fruitiness. The nose presents leather and wax, followed by some red fruit. Very solid structure, with firm, compact tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966644109376,"sku":"RDFR19890833","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lafite-Rothschild_4f56b156-b8ae-4a07-98e6-c80f63aac1b5.jpg?v=1706150846"},{"product_id":"chateau-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-1989-750ml-1","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1989 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 1989 Château Mouton Rothschild has a deep ruby and garnet hue. Its smoky, toasty nose is complemented by notes of licorice, spice, and cedarwood. The palate is round with fruity freshness, silky tannins, and subtle touches of caramel, wild berry, vanilla, coffee, and white pepper. The long, harmonious finish is generous and well-balanced. The label was designed by German artist Georg Baselitz.\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 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 12, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly picked blackberries turn into minty dark chocolate and oozing caramel with domineering eucalyptus on the nose. It becomes yet more complex on the palate thanks to layers upon layers of spices and sage plus fat and rounded tannins. There's a long finish with a bitter aftertaste, suggesting this could do with another 10 years or more of bottle aging. This is a Mouton I found massive at the time, then elegant and slightly austere years later, but today true to its former glory. Like the amazing 1947, it should not be forgotten. \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 97\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: Oct 26, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extremely early year for the property, with harvest from 6-25 September. One to savour, it has the signature smoked, toasted glamour of Mouton, with cappuccino, crushed bilberry and blackberries, pliable tannins, and a drawn-out finish that gets better and better in the glass. The label, by the way, featured Georg Baselitz, a German painter, to celebrate the fall of the Berlin Wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted from magnum and presented by Baron Philippe Sereys de Rothschild, the 1989 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild might not reach the ethereal heights of the 1982 or 1986, but it is certainly a lovely Claret. It has an attractive, slightly leafy bouquet armed with cedar and pencil lead. There is less fruit concentration than I expected, resolutely classic, slightly austere Bordeaux. The palate follows suit. What it lacks in substance it compensates with in balance and personality. This is an understated Mouton-Rothschild that is probably at its peak, although I envisage this offering another two decades of pleasure. Whilst this showing did not replicate some glorious bottles in the past, it remains a very fine Claret that may not be inclined to improve any further. Tasted February 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 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: Aug 4, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2008-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotably dark ruby with a blackish tinge. Dense, exotic cassis nose. Lots of ripe fruit but no obvious sweetness. Clearly a very fine, long-living wine. Attractive freshness on the finish. Very persistent. No hint of tiring or furry, indistinct fruit – unlike some 1989s. Complex classic claret. No hint of modernism. Attractive spicy note on the end. Very neat.\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\u003e1989 vintage has a deep colour with an attractive ruby and garnet hue. The pleasantly smoky and toasty nose also reveals some notes of liquorice, spice and cedarwood.\u003cbr\u003eThe attack is round, with plenty of fruity freshness over sustained, silky tannins and subtle touches of caramel, wild berry fruit, vanilla, coffee and white pepper.\u003cbr\u003eThe long finish is generous, harmonious and well-balanced. A very fine vintage indeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration of the Label: Georg Baselitz (1938-)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966645157952,"sku":"RDFR19891239","price":1280.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-1989.jpg?v=1706150856"},{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-pauillac-1995-750ml","title":"Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 1995 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1995 Château Lafite Rothschild is a stunning example of Bordeaux’s finesse. With a deep, complex nose that hints at cedar, tobacco, and cassis, it offers a beautiful balance of power and refinement. The wine is full-bodied yet tight and dense, showing precision in its structure. On the palate, it unfolds with remarkable depth and a silky smooth texture, supported by well-managed tannins that promise great aging potential. The finish is long, showcasing its well-structured tannins and incredible length. With its freshness, elegance, and fine details, this wine is drinking beautifully now and will continue to evolve for years to come.\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: Jun 12, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI pulled this lone bottle out of my cellar at the last minute to remind some Italian vintners of the great quality of the 1995 Bordeaux vintage. They seem to be finally opening up! What a red with incredible depth and finesse. Cedar, cigar box and toabaaco character with currants and fresh tobacco undertones. it'sfull-bodied yet tight and dense. Precision. So refined and intense. Such freshness and beauty. Drink or hold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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: Feb 23, 1998\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2008-2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1995 Lafite-Rothschild (only one-third of the harvest made it into the final blend) is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, and 8% Cabernet Franc. The wine was showing spectacularly well when I tasted it in November, 1997. It exhibits a dark ruby purple color, and a sweet, powdered mineral, smoky, weedy cassis-scented nose. Beautiful sweetness of fruit is present in this medium-bodied, tightly-knit, but gloriously pure, well-delineated Lafite. The 1995 is not as powerful or as massive as the 1996, but it is beautifully made with outstanding credentials, in addition to remarkable promise. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2028. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}'\u003eJancis Robinson |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 2, 2011\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlaickish ruby with hardly any suggestion of ageing. That very refined lift of Lafite on the nose – oyster shells? Very elegant indeed – no dry tannins. Complete and with enough juice. A very fine Lafite. Lovely graphite finish – sinewy. No heaviness at all. And the tannins are SO well managed!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elafite.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1995 vintage\u003cbr\u003eA particularly beautiful summer, comparable to 1989 and 1990, but with slightly less sunshine. A spell of rainy weather arrived on 7 September. However, the rain was not very heavy and was concentrated over short periods; there was no diluting effect because the vines had been suffering from the dry weather; the sunshine returned on 17th.\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\u003e74 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e18 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e8 % Cabernet franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eNice complex nose with hints of cedar.\u003cbr\u003eThe attack is direct, serious then develops beautiful roundness.\u003cbr\u003eThe finish is expressed through structured tannins guaranteeing great length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966645485632,"sku":"RDFR19950836","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Lafite-Rothschild_16067aee-f97f-4ef8-8c0b-3342b497c053.jpg?v=1706150866"},{"product_id":"chateau-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-2012-750ml","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2012 Château Mouton Rothschild (mostly Cabernet Sauvignon) is a rich, deep, and full-bodied wine. It showcases intense aromas of blackberries, blackcurrants, graphite, and minerals, with a touch of seaweed and cold slate. On the palate, it’s finely polished with a silky texture, balance, and great focus, making it both vivacious and persistent. Rated 97 by James Suckling, it’s expected to improve after 2020. The wine’s maturity is anticipated around 2027, with real depth and individuality. The label was designed by artist Miquel Barcelo.\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: Nov 1, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat a nose of blackberries, blackcurrants, minerals and graphite. Full-bodied, extremely fine and polished. Sexy and ethereal. Harmony. A little salty. Fabulous 2012. Pure silk. Better after 2020, but so wonderful now. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2050\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at the Mouton-Rothschild vertical in London, the 2012 Mouton-Rothschild clearly has the upper hand over the 2011, if not quite at the level of the 2009, 2010 and what I envisage will be the 2015. There is obviously greater fruit intensity here, as if the contrast has been dialed up a couple of notches. It is quite showy on the nose, preening in its infancy with pure black cherries, graphite and hints of cold slate-like scents, later that hint of seaweed I observed when tasted blind a few months earlier. The palate is beautifully balanced with great vim and vigor. This is a Mouton that will not be put down - vivacious, vivid and delineated with wonderful focus and crucially, impressive persistence on the finish. Do not underestimate this Mouton-Rothschild, because I can see an upswing as it matures in bottle. Tasted April 2016. \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 96\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: Mar 3, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal depth and individuality with lovely core to the fruit and length on the palate. A pure and beautiful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from a top-class vineyard.\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=\"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: Mar 18, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2042\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery heavy bottle! Intense, glamorous nose with real density and pizzazz. Sweet end. Neat and convincing first-growth quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClimatic conditions \u003cbr\u003e2012 was a year of contrasts. The winter was cold and very dry. The average temperature in February was the lowest for fifty years. \u003cbr\u003eApril brought cool weather and abundant rainfall, while the weather in May and June was in-between. The flowering and veraison dates for Chateau Mouton Rothschild Cabernet Sauvignon were the same to the day as the average dates for all the vintages since 1962. \u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dry conditions prevailed from 20 July to 20 September, concentrating sugar and tannins in the grapes. The month of August was the fifth driest in the last fifty years. By the end of September, the aggregate amount of rainfall was 26% lower than the average since 1962 (435 mm compared with 589 mm). \u003cbr\u003ePicking at Chateau Mouton Rothschild began on 1 October and ended on 15 October. 2012 will be a landmark year, since after almost three years of work the new vat room welcomed its first harvest. \u003cbr\u003eRich, deeply coloured, well-structured and very full-bodied, the 2012 vintage promises to be a great success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration of the label: Miquel Barcelo (1957-)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966645813312,"sku":"RDFR20121269","price":1048.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-2012-single_done.jpg?v=1706150891"},{"product_id":"chateau-latour-pauillac-2012-750ml","title":"Chateau Latour Pauillac 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2012 Château Latour is a blend of 90.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.6% Merlot, and 0.2% Petit Verdot. It features a deep garnet color and an intricate nose with notes of preserved cherries, blackcurrants, and blackberry compote, along with subtle hints of pencil shavings, unsmoked cigars, and spices. The palate is medium-bodied, with a firm, grainy texture, refreshing acidity, and a finish filled with lingering spices and minerals. While more restrained than some of Latour’s grander vintages, it showcases the estate’s exceptional terroir and finesse. It’s approachable now but will continue to evolve and improve over the next 20-25 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(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 5, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2050 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Latour is a blend of 90.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.6% Merlot and 0.2% Petit Verdot. Medium to deep garnet colored, the nose slowly, measuredly emerges with notions of preserved Morello cherries, baked blackcurrants and blackberry compote, giving way to nuances of pencil shavings, unsmoked cigars, Chinese five spice and sandalwood plus ever so subtle hints of cardamom and eucalyptus. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers mouth-coating black and red fruit preserves with a firm, grainy-textured frame and fantastic freshness, finishing with a veritable firework display of lingering spices and minerals. This is a more restrained, relatively elegant vintage of Latour that may not have that 'iron fist in a velvet glove' power of the greatest vintages but nonetheless struts its superior terroir and behind-the-scenes savoir faire with impressive panache. It is drinking nicely now with suitably rounded-off, approachable tannins, and the tertiary characters are just beginning to bring some more cerebral elements into the compote of temptingly primary black fruits. But, if you?re looking to drink it in full, flamboyant swing, give it another 5-10 years in bottle and drink it over the next 20-25 years. \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 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 3, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-grade Cabernet Sauvignon that still remains a touch austere, with freshness and less polish than the Mouton Rothschild 2012 tasted at the same time, but with similar staying power. Latour’s 2011 vintage was the last that it made available via Bordeaux’s traditional en primeur system, so this 2012 was only released by the estate for the first time in May 2020.\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 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 9, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery perfumed with hints of minerals, currants, wet earth and stones. Full-bodied, muscular and chewy. Polished tannins, tight acidity and a savory finish. Very reserved. Muscular. Better in 2019.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5++\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 18, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first vintage of Latour to be released many years after the en primeur campaign.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eQuite reticent on the nose. A bit pinched and tough still. Minerally and stony. Go for Les Forts for current drinking.\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\u003e2012 Wine style - \u003cspan\u003eThe colour is dark with a beautiful intensity.The nose is fruity, refined, ripe and extremely expressive. On the palate, the wine is rounded and smooth, spicy and very aromatic. It evolves pleasurably towards a delicious finale with fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966651449408,"sku":"RDFR20120986","price":1099.0,"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-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-2005-750ml","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2005 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2005 vintage is a monumental expression of Mouton Rothschild, widely celebrated as Philippe Dhalluin’s first great vintage. Deep garnet with hints of brick, it offers an intoxicating bouquet of Christmas cake, plum preserves, crème de cassis, chocolate-covered cherries, eucalyptus, and exotic spices, with floral and incense undertones. Full-bodied and powerful, the palate delivers ripe, polished tannins, vibrant freshness, and layered dark fruit framed by exotic spice and earthy nuances. A wine of extraordinary structure and elegance, it promises decades of graceful aging, from 2019 to 2055.\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(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2055\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Director\/Chief Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin said this was a special year for him, because he considers it his first great vintage?he started in 2004. Deep garnet with hint of brick, the 2005 Mouton Rothschild is evolving into unabashed, flamboyant notes of Christmas cake, plum preserves, chocolate-covered cherries, eucalyptus and cr?me de cassis with beautifully fragrant wafts of potpourri, incense, Indian spices and cigar box. Full-bodied, the palate performs vinous pirouettes with dazzling exotic spice, floral and earthy nuances, framed by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and mineral laced. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 17, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis accelerates on the palate with incredibly ripe tannins and finesse. Full body, roasted fruit, leather and grilled meat. Dried flowers, too. It shows superb tannin backbone and polish. Tight and youthful. Just starting to open. Currant and berry undertones with lead pencil are impressive. Better in 2018 but so delicious now. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 2, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2075\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral bottles of Mouton 2005, from around its 12th birthday to date, have shown it to be more open and expressive than expected. There is immense structure and power in this goliath of a wine, but it is framed by the most intoxicating perfume, reminiscent of the very best vintages of this legendary first growth. The profile is far more rustic and meaty than the purity from its Pauillac peers, yet there is an incredible concentration of sweet, dark fruit as well as perfectly integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish. Exceptional.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 1% Cabernet Franc 85% Cabernet Sauvignon 14% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 26, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid shaded crimson. Perfumed, almost floral, seductive nose. Dry finish with tannins still quite prominent. Seems as though the extraction was quite enthusiastic! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966654890048,"sku":"RDFR20051256","price":1480.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-2005-red-wine.jpg?v=1706151850"},{"product_id":"chateau-mouton-rothschild-pauillac-2016-750ml-1","title":"Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2016 Château Mouton Rothschild is a deeply impressive wine with a dark, intense cherry red color. It showcases a refined nose with ripe bilberry and blackcurrant aromas, complemented by floral notes, pepper, spice, and hints of graphite and blonde tobacco. On the palate, it presents silky, well-rounded tannins, with abundant black fruit, cocoa, and biscuity flavors. The finish is full-bodied and remarkably persistent, a sign of its great potential. This wine has received exceptional praise, with a RP 100 score from The Wine Advocate, highlighting its bold, seductive character and potential for long-term aging. The label was designed by William Kentridge.\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 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2085\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, the 2016 Mouton Rothschild has an opaque garnet-purple color. WOW?the nose explodes from the glass with powerful blackcurrant cordial, black raspberries, blueberry pie and melted chocolate notions, plus suggestions of aniseed, camphor, lifted kirsch and the faintest waft of a subtle floral perfume in the background. Full-bodied, concentrated, bold and totally seductive in the mouth, it has very fine-grained, silt-like tannins, while jam-packed with tightly wound fruit layers, finishing in this wonderful array of mineral sparks. Magic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 17, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark ruby, purple color. Aromas of blackcurrants, black truffle, crushed stone, licorice and hints of tar. Full-bodied, deep and vertical on the palate, drawing you in and down. The structure is very tannic and powerful, yet the tannins are folded into the wine. One of the most powerful Moutons ever for me. Try after 2027. \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 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 1, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2065\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2016 Mouton has produced one of the top contenders for the wine of the vintage. Massive and profound, it also retains wonderful freshness which adds to the appeal of this monumental first growth. Deep and impenetrable in colour with cassis, exotic spice and lead-pencil\/graphite notes on both nose and palate, this Mouton stays light on its feet whilst carrying the structure to age for 50 years. Still very young, this will probably be a 100-point wine with a few years extra ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 1% Cabernet Franc 83% Cabernet Sauvignon 15% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 6, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted blind. Rich, round and juicy. Very transparent and easy and beautiful. Just the job. Great balance. Glorious.\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;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-mouton-rothschild.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2016 vintage is a dark and intense cherry red.\u003cbr\u003eThe highly refined nose reveals perfectly ripe fruit. Ripe bilberry and blackcurrant aromas combine harmoniously with floral notes. With airing, the nose unfolds on pepper and spice balanced by elegant notes of graphite and blonde tobacco, bringing charm and nobility to an extensive range of aromas.\u003cbr\u003eThe full and dense attack exhibits exceptionally well-rounded and silky tannins. The ample mid-palate abounds in black fruit along with cocoa flavours and biscuity notes, leading into a full-bodied and remarkably persistent finish, the sign of a great vintage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration of the label: William Kentridge (1955-)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966654955584,"sku":"RDFR20161276","price":1480.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Mouton-Rothschild-2016.jpg?v=1706151859"},{"product_id":"chateau-latour-pauillac-1993-750ml","title":"Chateau Latour Pauillac 1993 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1993 Château Latour is a wine that defied the challenging weather conditions of its vintage, emerging as a remarkably complex and balanced expression of the estate’s terroir. With a nose of cedar, black walnut, cassis, and earth, it offers rich, concentrated fruit and a medium to full body. The wine is marked by a freshness and vibrancy that make it stand out, with no traces of the vegetal or harsh notes often associated with the vintage. The palate reveals layers of prunes, candied fruit, and Havana tobacco, leading to a surprisingly long, silky finish. Although not as concentrated as other Latour vintages, it remains a well-structured and enjoyable wine, aging gracefully through the 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(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 90-92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 1, 2000\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2007-2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense dark core with youthful rim. Aromas of damp earth, cooked meats and blackberry. Medium-bodied with firm tannins. Balanced with moderate complexity. A little abrupt on the finish. A superior 1993, although not my favourite off-vintage Latour. Tasted June 1999.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 22, 2012\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly oxidized with a coffee and spice character, as well as fruit. Medium body. Tea, tobacco and some fruit.\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\u003e1993 Wine style - \u003cspan\u003eSatisfactory result despite difficult weather conditions. Complex wine, developing aromas of prunes and candied fruit with a hint of Havana tobacco. On the palate, the wine explodes with freshness and fruit. While not exceptionally concentrated, this wine is well balanced with a full, silky structure and a surprisingly long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39966658494528,"sku":"RDFR19930970","price":1280.0,"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-batailley-pauillac-2005-750ml","title":"Chateau Batailley Pauillac 2005 750ml","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2005 Château Batailley is a classic Pauillac, known for its depth and aging potential. A blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, it displays vibrant red berry fruit and a mineral character with hints of rose petal. While it has some oak to integrate, its precision, well-structured tannins, and graphite-infused finish make it a standout from the estate’s upward trajectory. Best enjoyed after several more years of aging.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 30, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasted at the Batailley vertical tasting at the château, the 2005 Batailley continues to be an excellent Pauillac that I suspect is overshadowed by some of its more illustrious and, let's not forget, more expensive neighbors. Here, it has an effervescent bouquet with vibrant red berry fruit and superb mineralité. This is extremely well focused, with hints of rose petal emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with finer tannin than in previous years. I feel there is still some oak to be fully absorbed, so don't be afraid to cellar this 2005 for another four or five years; but, even at this early stage, you can appreciate its precision on the graphite-infused finish. The 2005 Batailley is where the estate began its upward swing that is continuing to this day. Tasted April 2016.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJS 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 30, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003eVery muscular and powerful with lots of tannins now, but it will come around. Full body and dense. 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After some air, it develops a more appealing profile, showcasing Lafite’s signature elegance. Although not as intense as some other vintages, it offers a unique expression of the estate's terroir.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinous | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVinous 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1970 Lafite-Rothschild is a vintage I have not encountered for many years, and frankly, I never expected it to perform so well. There's lovely delineation and vitality on the nose with candied orange peel infusing the pretty and pure red fruit, scents of graphite surfacing with time. There is a wonderful sweet core of red fruit on the palate. This is a fine-boned First Growth with panache and verve. More tender than Latour, more complex than Mouton, this might be my First Growth de choix in 1970.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside Bordeaux | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIB 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle russet colour, softly spoken aromatics. This was one of the best vintages of the 1970s (and high yielding, so you have a fairly good chance of still finding bottles), and at 51 years old shows just how moreish Lafite becomes with age. Aromatics major on campfire, brushed leather, wild strawberries, touches of soy, oyster shell salinity with brambled autumn fruits, earth and softly spun tannins. 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And after 45 minutes or so it was starting to return to that state, but about 20-30 minutes after pouring it was absolutely glorious in typically Lafite lighter, but soaring, register. Mid ruby. A bit rusty. Light and a bit raw. Very light in fact. Lots of acidity. But then it came out and, I suspect, would have been even more impressive had it not been served alongside the powerhouse of Latour 1970. \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\u003e1970 vintage\u003cbr\u003eThe spring of 1970 arrived late but with ideal weather. A very hot July preceded a hot but rainy August. Then September arrived, colder and stormier. The harvest began on October 2nd with a great abundance and high quality throughout the crop. Statistically, this happens about every thirty years.\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.\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. 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The palate is refined, with fine tannins and balanced acidity, maintaining a youthful yet understated character. The wine is elegant and magnetic, showing impressive complexity without excess, and a finish that is seamless and persistent. At its peak, it dances on the palate with firm, salty, and savory notes, demonstrating great balance and finesse. An exceptional wine, now at its finest.\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 9, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is so beautiful now and exhibits real aged-Bordeaux character with currant-bush, tobacco and berry aromas that follow through to a medium body with firm tannins and a creamy finish. Still so together. The finish turns to cigar box, sandalwood and berry. Drink or hold.\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 29, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at the Chateau, the 1985 Lafite-Rothschild was the best example of this wine that I have tasted a dozen or so times. It has a beautiful nose that is just classic Lafite. It is still fresh yet understated, stately even, with tobacco and cedar-tinged red berry fruit. It is not a powerful bouquet, but there is something...magnetic about it. The palate is still youthful with fine tannin, like the nose, understated yet very well balanced. The acidity here is perfectly judged with an almost nonchalant finish. You almost miss its virtues - it is just so self-effacing and insouciant. Just a really lovely Lafite-Rothschild at the peak of its powers. Tasted March 2016. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":577,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":2,\"12\":0}'\u003eJancis Robinson |\u003c\/span\u003e \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: \u003cspan\u003eMay 30, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2000-2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe year of extremes: a very cold winter down to minus 15 °C (59 °F), from 8 to 16 January, violent storms with hail at the beginning of June, Saharan drought, heatwave in August and throughout the autumn. Harvest started at the beginning of October, with a temperature of nearly 30 °C (86 °F). Finally, an ideal harvest offering a vintage of great quality and surprisingly abundant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSecond in the trio of vintages served blind at the 150th anniversary celebration. Very impressive and absolutely at its peak. Juicy and mineral with a sweet, rich nose. Neat and well balanced with no excess of tannins. Really lively. Firm, salty and savoury. This is one of those Lafites that dances on the palate. Great balance. Bravo! Birth year of Eric's elder son and Saskia's elder brother (she is a 1987 baby). \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\u003e1985 vintage\u003cbr\u003eThe 1985 vintage signals recurrent success. The same weather conditions as in 1982, meaning continuing sun from July to September, produce similar results : grapes with thick skins, with condensed and supple tannins, intense aromas. This grapes have produced complete and velvety wines, with complex bouquets; really very elegant.\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 22 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 15 months in barrels, primarily of new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes\u003cbr\u003e65 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e25 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e10 % Cabernet franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eNice color.\u003cbr\u003eComplexe cedar and ripen fruit nose.\u003cbr\u003eDiscreet in mouth at the beginning then it starts revealing its power. 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If you’ve got a bottle still hanging around, it’s likely well past its peak, but if stored right, it might still be offering some tertiary charm—think leather, tobacco, earthy depth. Definitely a wine with history and character, though most bottles are probably in the “drink yesterday” category now.\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 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 1, 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted at The Ledbury Bordeaux-themed lunch. Consistent notes as previous occasions: as straight down the line classic Pauillac with an unashamed graphite-scented nose, a rather tannic but very well balanced palate with a surfeit of freshness, crisp and “energetic” on the finish, even if it refuses to take off its tie and blazer. Tasted May 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Grand Vin Chateau Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classe in 1855 comes from the very oldest vines grown on the historic plots of the estate. This authentic Pauillac offers an amazing sensory experience with its black fruit flavours and spicy hints. Chateau Pichon Baron shows great elegance, intensity and exceptional length on the palate. It is a wine that improves year after year and can age for over 40 years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974263128128,"sku":"RDFR19881412","price":588.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac-1988.jpg?v=1706752321"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-1995-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 1995 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThis one’s all about finesse over flash. It's hitting a beautiful stride now—refined, elegant, and very much alive. You’ve got a lovely mix of currant, spice, and those classic Pauillac notes like cedar and a touch of coffee. The tannins have mellowed out nicely, making it smooth and graceful on the palate. Compared to the bolder '96, this vintage leans more delicate, but still with that signature backbone. It's not trying to be loud—it’s more of a quiet classic, full of charm. Totally drinkable now, and it’s not in a hurry to fade anytime soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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: Oct 22, 2012\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 1995 : This is surprisingly delicate and fine now with currant and spice character and hints nuts. It is full body with refined texture and a beautiful finish. No reason to wait on this red. it'sready to drink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 23, 1998\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2001-2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stylish, elegant, more restrained style of Pichon Baron, with less obvious new oak than usual, this deep ruby\/purple-colored wine offers a pure black currant-scented nose with subtle aromas of coffee and smoky toasty oak. In the mouth, the wine displays less weight and muscle than the 1996, but it offers suave, elegant, rich fruit presented in a medium to full-bodied, surprisingly lush style. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2016. \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 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 9, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe but fresh, with cedary and flinty blackberry and plum fruit still lingering on.\u003c\/span\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: Mar 2, 2011\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2011-2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthy crimson. There seems to be body and weight here on the nose but not that much flavour. Neat and well mannered with very resolved tannins. A very solid Pauillac if not the most soaring and inspired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Grand Vin Chateau Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classe in 1855 comes from the very oldest vines grown on the historic plots of the estate. This authentic Pauillac offers an amazing sensory experience with its black fruit flavours and spicy hints. Chateau Pichon Baron shows great elegance, intensity and exceptional length on the palate. 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Layers of black fruits, hints of orange zest, and a touch of iodine provide complexity, while the long, rich finish highlights both elegance and power. Drinking beautifully now, with a vibrant and compelling character.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWS 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 31, 2010\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlightly earthy, featuring tobacco, cigar box and dark fruits. Full-bodied, offering supervelvety tannins and a long, rich finish. Plenty of subtle things are going on here in the glass, with lots of wonderful fruit underneath. Can't wait on this. Showing beautifully now. Better than ever. -- '89\/'99 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2009). Drink now.\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 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 31, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2009-2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted at the 1999 horizontal at Bordeaux Index. A similar note to last month. Quite animally on the nose, a touch of sous-bois and with further aeration there is a slight estuarine accent. Good definition, a little more opulence than the Pichon-Lalande. The palate is medium-bodied, grainy tannins, broody black fruits, a hint of iodine, a touch of orange zest, great tension and vibrancy on the finish. Ostentatious, perhaps a little too showy, although admittedly  very drinkable. Drink now-2018. Tasted June 2009.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5+?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 25, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2010-2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark crimson. Lots of development. Rich and a little brutal compared with Pichon Lalande. Every sinew is strained but the result is perhaps not quite as beguiling. Very dry tannins despite all the evolution apparent at the rim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Grand Vin Chateau Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classe in 1855 comes from the very oldest vines grown on the historic plots of the estate. This authentic Pauillac offers an amazing sensory experience with its black fruit flavours and spicy hints. Chateau Pichon Baron shows great elegance, intensity and exceptional length on the palate. 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Bursting with notes of sweet tobacco, plum, cassis, and smoky cedar, it’s full-bodied, velvety, and bold—definitely a wine with presence. The tannins are still firm but balanced by lush fruit and a warm, smooth finish. A bit more muscular than refined, but aging beautifully. 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Find the wine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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: Aug 28, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brilliant effort, this 2003 displays a vigorous, intact, deep blue\/purple color as well as notes of scorched earth, barbecue spices, incense, creme de cassis and cedarwood. Long, lush, medium to full-bodied, round and generous, this opulent Pauillac can be drunk now and over the next 5-8 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 12, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2028\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2003 was the year of the killer heatwave, and vines on shallow soils shrivelled under the onslaught, giving baked, raisiny wines. Pauillac has more clay, and thus moisture, so the vines suffered less stress. The nose is burly, hefty, and smoky, although still reserved. It's rich in the mouth, with dense tannins and heft rather than finesse. It lacks sucrosity and some freshness and flair, but it's not drying or flabby like so many 2003s. A powerful wine with a long, solid and sinewy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 27, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2012-2028\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot. Aged 15 months in oak barrels (70% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed to brick-red colour. Two bottles tasted, the first less expressive. Second bottle, richer on the nose but not overly detailed. Some sweetness to the palate provides a supple, gourmand edge. Tannins hard and grainy behind but sufficient flesh to temper them. Warmth of the vintage evident. Holding up but unlikely to gain more complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Pichon Baron 2003 has a deep colour with flashes of purple. An already readable nose of blackberries and blackcurrant. Smooth and voluminous on the palate, with a perfectly well blended woodiness. Harmonious, juicy, fine tannins. A clear, elegant, nonaggressive finish. A flattering wine which will please all newcomers but its breed and distinction will delight connoisseurs. A great bottle from a vintage marked by the heat wave. Rigorous selection has made it possible to craft a truly aristocratic wine with a great future ahead of it.\u003cbr\u003eJean-René Matignon - Technical Director - February 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e65% Cabernet-sauvignon; 35% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e70 % in new barrels, 30 % from barrels of one vintage for 15 months\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974266568768,"sku":"RDFR20031422","price":415.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac_3a1325a6-23e9-499d-b2e6-10088cbb1bba.jpg?v=1706752370"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-2005-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 2005 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=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAn exceptional vintage meets one of Pauillac’s most esteemed estates. The 2005 Château Pichon Baron is a bold, structured wine with layers of blackcurrant, cedar, dark chocolate, and fine toasty oak, backed by firm yet refined tannins. Now entering its prime, this wine is beginning to soften and reveal the opulence and complexity that make 2005 one of the most celebrated Bordeaux vintages in recent decades. \u003cbr\u003eNow drinking beautifully with decanting, or cellar through 2035+. A must-have for collectors and lovers of age-worthy Pauillac.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePublished: Nov 12, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2038\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWeeks of sunshine preceded an entirely healthy harvest, leading to high expectations that have been fulfilled. This is still opaque red in colour, the resplendent black-fruit nose accompanied by toasty oak, though still a bit reserved. Very rich and velvety, it is highly concentrated with lavish tannins. Broad-shouldered and chocolatey, it has moderate acidity and is now beginning to open up, though it remains imposing and a bit monumental. Textured and long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 29, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2005 Pichon Baron has a dense ruby\/purple color, sweet creme de cassis fruit, lots of cedar wood and forest floor, medium to full body, ripe tannin, and a long finish of a good 30 seconds. This is a beauty and one of the most successful Pauillacs of this vintage. Drink it now through 2035. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 27, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"FR\"\u003e64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAged 15 months in oak barrels (80% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarnet with brick at the rim. Lovely depth of fruit on the nose – luscious and full. Smoke and cedar as it opens. Round and gourmand on attack with a touch of sweetness but still very fresh. Tannins solid and firm but wrapped in generous fruit. Long, persistent finish. A lot going on. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill young and feisty, Château Pichon Baron 2005 expresses both reserve and distinction. Dark, almost black, in colour; the fruit bursts onto the palate, enhanced by gentle aging. The impressive structure becomes more refined after breathing, an essential stage for this wine which needs time to reveal its character. \u003cbr\u003eJean-René Matignon - Technical Director - July 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e64% Cabernet-sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e80% in new barrels, 20% from barrels of one vintage for 15 months\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974266699840,"sku":"RDFR20051424","price":388.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac_09b472f1-c9e1-4d68-a8c6-5901d8bb01da.jpg?v=1706752393"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-2009-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 2009 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA luxurious and concentrated wine, the 2009 Pichon Baron boasts deep flavors of blackberry, smoked meat, leather, and a hint of chocolate. With fleshy tannins, impressive complexity, and a long finish, it’s an opulent wine that promises to age gracefully for decades. Perfect for collectors or anyone seeking a bold, elegant Pauillac.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\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: Feb 25, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is opulent with fleshy tannins and spiced dark fruit, again showing a restrained core of tannins that was so obvious at the Bordeaux 10 Years On tasting in London a few weeks ago. It’s just a brilliant wine, one that will age effortlessly from here, and is still not quite ready to give up its secrets. It’s concentrated and confident and hard not to fall in love with. The vines for the grand vin come from the plateau opposite Latour and were the heart of the original Pichon estate.\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 14, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2048\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2009 Pichon-Longueville Baron has a medium to deep garnet color and a very meaty\/savory nose over a core of sweaty leather, baked blackberries and plums with notions of creme de cassis, sauteed herbs and black olives coming through with coaxing. Full, rich, concentrated and decadently fruited in the mouth, the palate has beautifully plush tannins and an herbal lift on the long finish. \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 95\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: Mar 20, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold, smoky and chocolatey, this is a concentrated and massive wine for the Medoc, the alcohol showing slightly at the bold warm finish. Where is that T-bone steak? Drink or hold. (Horizontal Tasting, London, 2019)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 7, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the more backward and ambitious 2009s. There's still quite a bit of structure – unusually Léoville Las Cases is quite a bit more evolved than this wine. Concentrated crimson and classic, concentrated Pauillac nose. Decidedly more Pichon Baron than a typical 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePichonbaron.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Pichon Baron 2009 presents a deep garnet red colour. It has a wide, powerful and deep aromatic range with notes of dark fruit such as blackberry. The tannins are fleshy, opulent and juicy. The palate progressively gains amplitude, becoming elegant, precise, complete to finish with a great complexity and charm. Château Pichon Baron 2009 is a very harmonious wine. It is built to last for several decades while remaining highly accessible.\u003cbr\u003eJean-René Matignon - Technical Director - May 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e70% Cabernet-sauvignon ; 30% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e80 % in new barrels, 20 % from barrels of one vintage for 20 months\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974266765376,"sku":"RDFR20091430","price":475.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac_7aea71c5-8984-4b8a-a381-cacad2478fad.jpg?v=1706752404"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-2010-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 2010 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2010 Pichon Baron is a powerful and intense wine with layers of black fruit, graphite, and subtle spice. Firm tannins and a vibrant finish give it incredible aging potential. With its deep color and complex aromas, this is a must-have for collectors and anyone seeking a bold, structured Pauillac that will evolve beautifully for decades.\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: Mar 5, 2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDrink: 2020-2055\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep garnet in color, the 2010 Pichon-Longueville Baron delivers expressive scents of baked black cherries, plum preserves and crème de cassis with hints of cedar chest and bouquet garni. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm backbone of grainy tannins and lovely freshness with bags of energetic black fruits and a long, wonderfully pure finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 2, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dense and layered wine with lots of ripe and sweet fruit. Loads of currants, plums and tar. This is concentrated and almost jammy with velvety tannins. Powerful. Chewy. Try in 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePublished: Apr 5, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2034\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool blue and black fruits, crayon and floral scents. Bright, fleshy and round at first but quite serious and then lean where the fruit quickly fades, leaving chalky tannins and a metallic tang. Feels like power over poise, but there is cooling menthol and a long finish, with lingering tannins and gentle fruit expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\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: Mar 27, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"FR\"\u003e79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAged 20 months in oak barrels (80% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeeper colour than 2009 and even more youthful. Complex nose of dark fruit and spice. Huge intensity and weight on the palate. Lots of freshness as well, enhanced by notes of graphite. Firm but fine tannins drive the wine along. Lovely length on the finish. Lots of everything here. Bit more punch than 2009. Definitely needs time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Pichon Baron 2010 is very intense in colour with purple glints. The nose reveals aromas of fresh red and dark fruit, followed by an aromatic range that leads into mild spices and notes of menthol and cocoa. Powerful and explosive on the palate, the tannins are intense yet refined and delicate. Lots of volume with fleshy flavour. The finish is long and lively. This distinguished vintage has excellent ageing potential.\u003cbr\u003eJean-René Matignon - Technical Director - May 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e79% Cabernet-sauvignon, 21% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e80% in new barrels, 20% from barrels of one vintage for 20 months\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974266896448,"sku":"RDFR20101432","price":455.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac_bb138920-287c-4e12-8342-2bb55386daf9.jpg?v=1706752428"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-2011-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2011 Pichon Baron is a harmonious, elegant wine showcasing dark fruits like blackcurrant and blackberry, complemented by subtle chocolate and spice notes. Its smooth, polished tannins and generous mouthfeel provide immediate pleasure, while its depth and balance ensure it will age gracefully. A great choice for those looking for a refined, accessible Pauillac with long-term potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePublished: Dec 8, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuicy black fruits, including cherry, blackcurrant, and blueberry with an undercurrent of graphite. Medium body but an enticingly juicy and surprisingly creamy-textured mouthfeel in the context of this vintage where the tannins are so often quite grippy. This wine already provides immense pleasure on the palate. Bravo!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 92\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: Mar 13, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Pichon Baron with currants and cocoa powder. It?s a little lean but shows lovely full body, bright fruit and polished tannins. Lovely race and finesse. Better in 2018.\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 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 30, 2014\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2017-2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts bigger, more famous sibling, the 2011 Pichon Longueville Baron exhibits a dense ruby\/purple color, an opulent mouthfeel for a 2011, silky tannins and no hard edges. Medium-bodied and well-endowed, it is a major success in this vintage. It should hit its stride in 3-4 years and last for 15. \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: Mar 29, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot. Aged 20 months in oak barrels (80% new)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eGarnet hue, light at the rim. Dark and red fruit with a slight leafy edge. A touch strict but just beginning to open. Medium-bodied weight, smooth and fresh on attack. Tannins polished but a bit of bite on the finish. Doesn’t try too hard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour of Château Pichon Baron 2011 is deep garnet with ruby glints. On the nose, there is great aromatic presence with spicy, delicate, chocolatey and lightly toasted notes. There are delicate aromas of fruit: blackberry, black cherry. The attack is fleshy, generous and full-bodied. The rich, silky tannins are beautifully mature. The mouth-watering finish becomes more refined and sweet. This vintage opens up to become more accessible.\u003cbr\u003eJean-René Matignon - Technical Director - May 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend\u003cbr\u003e82% cabernet-sauvignon, 18% merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing\u003cbr\u003e80% in new barrels, 20% from barrels of one vintage for 20 months\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974267060288,"sku":"RDFR20111434","price":298.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Baron-Pauillac-2011_done.jpg?v=1706752451"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-pauillac-2012-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron Pauillac 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003eThe 2012 Pichon Baron offers a rich and complex profile, with fresh red fruit, Morello cherry, and blackcurrant aromas, alongside subtle menthol notes. Full-bodied and creamy on the palate, the wine is beautifully structured with velvety tannins. While approachable now, this vintage has excellent ageing potential, promising even greater elegance and depth over time. A classic Pichon Baron with great longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\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 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 8, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA pretty core of ripe-berry, currant and mineral character to this red with a full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish to add. Creamy texture. Better in 2017.\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 30, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for the big sibling, the 2012 Pichon Baron (80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot) probably has the most saturated purple color of the Pauillacs. Its structure is apparent, and the wine offers a wealth of blackcurrant fruit interwoven with licorice, graphite, and background toasty oak. Full-bodied, opulent and moderately tannic, this wine is approachable now because of its low acidity, but promises to age beautifully for 20 years. This is another great classic from Pichon Baron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePublished: Nov 12, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2035\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a vintage, 2012 was similar to 2014, but with a notch less intensity and ripeness. The nose is muted, with blackcurrant and blackberry aromas. It's oaky but stylish, with some torrefied notes. Rich and full-bodied, the palate is velvety and concentrated, with imposing fruit. It's more forward and shows less tension than 2014, but has a lot of structure for the vintage. Supple tannins on the long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 11, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull bottle 1,372 g. The first vintage in which the château was called Pichon Baron after a long period as Pichon Longueville.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaded, transparent garnet. Concentrated, savoury nose with great balance. Already drinking well but with a spine of ripe tannins still in evidence so there is no hurry to consume. The palate is less intense than the nose and if there is a shortcoming, it’s that it is not exceptionally long. But the finish is neat. There's real class in this bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichonbaron.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Pichon Baron 2012 offers an intense, almost opaque garnet colour. There is a great aromatic presence of fresh red fruit, Morello cherry and blackcurrant, with light notes of menthol. The attack is juicy, full, creamy and elegant with a very oticeable bouquet of fruit. It continues with fleshy, weighty, lively and refreshing tannins. The precise, delicate finish heralds a bright future. 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With a deep garnet color and an intriguing bouquet of earth, black currants, licorice, and tobacco, this wine reveals its complexity with every sip. Medium-bodied and with a sweet mid-palate, it is balanced by a subtle but rugged tannic structure that provides depth and character. As the finish gradually attenuates, the wine’s earthy nuances linger. Now fully evolved, this vintage is at its best and should be enjoyed in the next few years, offering a refined and rich experience for those seeking the classic elegance of Pichon-Lalande.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\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 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 30, 2009\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2009-2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted at the Fine Wine Experience’s Pichon-Lalande vertical in London. This has an attractive, slightly austere, leafy nose with tobacco, graphite, cedar and a touch of earthiness coming through. That graphite scent becomes more intense with time. The palate is medium-bodied, very well balanced, masculine but a nice sense of tension. Touches of burnt toast, savoury fruits and sour cherry towards the finish. A sense of elegance here, paradigmatic of a great austere 1988. Bon vin! Drink now-2022. Tasted December 2008.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichon-comtesse.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e« Like the creation of a brand-new blend, music, through its vibrations and the unique way it resonates, has this incredible power of plunging us into our inner silence, into our most intimate emotions.\u003cbr\u003eEach tune chosen forges close ties with wine and history, our history, that of Pichon Comtesse. Where were we? What did we feel? Which path did we take? And what about you? What will you feel? 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Aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar, and graphite lead to a supple, creamy palate with fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Elegant yet structured, it balances richness and finesse, promising graceful aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Wines of the Year 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2042\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eStrongly scented on the nose. Smooth and supple, this has bite and tang and grip, a juicy almost sweet centre with lovely aspects of creaminess which give this more texture, weight and body than some. It's still not heavy, but you can feel the layering of this wine, nuanced and coming in waves, really excellently presented, lots of character and lots to like. Also, still feels relatively young, and although you could drink this now, it will age too. Really shines out the glass. Makes you smile. Totally moreish!\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 31, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2050\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2014 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande has an expressive bouquet with lively blackberry, cedar, flint and graphite aromas that are not powerful, yet display admirable precision. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, the Merlot content lending this Pauillac its trademark fleshiness and roundness, yet there is clearly structure here (not always a trait of this Pauillac growth). It will develop more complexity and personality with bottle age, but at the moment you can sit back and just admire the cohesion and superb length. Winemaker Nicolas Glumineau has overseen a quite wonderful Pichon-Lalande, one with inbuilt longevity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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: Feb 13, 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of cassis bush and shaved chocolate with berries. Full body, velvety-textured tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Tangy undertones with fresh acidity. Drink in 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan 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\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: Feb 8, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Dark and youthful colour. Leafy with cigar-box evolution and just a touch charry. Lots of freshness on the palate even though the oak is still quite present. Fine-grained with a mouth-watering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974268928064,"sku":"RDFR20141477","price":348.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Comtesse-de-Lalande_83a823cb-7875-45d8-8850-a049c074d482.jpg?v=1706752707"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-de-lalande-pauillac-2017-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande Pauillac 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2017 Pichon Comtesse de Lalande is a wine that reveals its complexity with time. Initially closed, it gradually opens up to reveal floral notes of lilacs and lavender, layered with black raspberries, warm blackberries, forest floor, and subtle hints of star anise and stewed black tea. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied, showing remarkable energy and tension. The tannins are soft and beautifully integrated, while the flavors of black fruit and floral nuances linger, finishing with a refined and lasting whisper. A sophisticated, graceful Pauillac that is approachable now but will continue to evolve in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 16, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2049\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, the 2017 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and is a little closed to begin, soon revealing floral notes of lilacs and lavender over a core of black raspberries, warm blackberries and forest floor plus touches of star anise and stewed black tea. Medium-bodied, the palate is a bundle of energy and tension with softly played tannins and beautiful floral and black fruit layers, finishing with a long-lingering whisper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 94\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: Jan 10, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tight, compact young Bordeaux with medium body, polished and round tannins and a medium finish. Not a big wine, but some very classy currant and raspberry character and just a hint of lead pencil and polished structure. Drink after 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 28, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eDrink: 2024-2039\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth textured with fine-grained tannins, ripe cassis, silky red berry and cherry fruit and creamy oak. This is charming and quite forward, with graphite, toast, chocolate and inky unfolding layers. Elegant, tending towards mid-weight, it is a seductive Pauillac; lithe yet with backbone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes:  6% Cabernet Franc 70% Cabernet Sauvignon 23% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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: Dec 20, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAged for 18 months in oak (60% new).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep, blackish garnet. Quite intriguing minerally nose. Neat, well-balanced, confident, quite dry wine. Fine tannins much in evidence. Light char with some sweetness. Relatively light-bodied. Quite subtle and fresh. Improved in the glass. Subtle and saline. Is \u003cem\u003ethis\u003c\/em\u003e the Léoville Barton?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichon-comtesse.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e« Like the creation of a brand-new blend, music, through its vibrations and the unique way it resonates, has this incredible power of plunging us into our inner silence, into our most intimate emotions.\u003cbr\u003eEach tune chosen forges close ties with wine and history, our history, that of Pichon Comtesse. Where were we? What did we feel? Which path did we take? And what about you? What will you feel? That’s how wine is set to music… » \u003cstrong\u003eNicolas Glumineau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2017 – Léo Delibes – Lakmé « Duo des Fleurs »\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974268993600,"sku":"RDFR20171479","price":298.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pichon-Longueville-Comtesse-de-Lalande_1886a81d-d663-4624-8a9b-1efeb41b2da6.jpg?v=1706752718"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-de-lalande-pauillac-2018-750ml","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande Pauillac 2018 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2018 Pichon Comtesse de Lalande is a beautifully structured wine, showcasing bold aromas of baked plums, ripe blackcurrants, wild blueberries, and subtle notes of cedar, pencil lead, and lilacs. The medium-bodied palate is refined, with seamlessly integrated tannins and a vibrant freshness supporting its rich black fruit profile. This wine is firm and tightly knit, demonstrating great aging potential. It is already approachable, but for optimal enjoyment, cellar it for a few more years. Expect this wine to continue evolving gracefully for decades to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 10, 2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eDrink: 2026-2038\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eLovely grilled and graphite notes right off the bat; this is big and muscular, and extremely Pauillac. There is grace here too, with raspberry purée, cassis, fig and blackberry fruits set against charcoal and fine tannins that quickly build up to suggest how well this will age. 1% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 60% new oak used. 13% press wine. 3.75pH, 88IPT – higher even than the 80IPT in 2016.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes:  5% Cabernet Franc 71% Cabernet Sauvignon 23% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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 97+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 31, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2056\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2018 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot with a pH of 3.85, an IPT (total polyphenol index) of 87 and 14% alcohol. The grand vin represents 50% of the crop this year. Deep garnet-purple colored, it charges out of the gate with bold scents of baked plums, ripe blackcurrants and wild blueberries, followed by hints of cedar chest, pencil lead, bouquet garni and charcuterie, plus a waft of lilacs. The medium-bodied palate is beautifully crafted with its seamless freshness and firm, grainy tannins supporting the compelling, finely knit black fruits and savory nuances, finishing on a lingering fragrant-earth note. This will need a good 5 years to come around and should easily cellar for another 30 years or more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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 97\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: Jan 18, 202\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of blackberry, dried blueberry, gravel, mocha and cigar box. Light fresh-herb undertone. It’s full-bodied with firm, ultra fine tannins and fresh acidity. Focused and minerally with a long finish. Great length. Very tight and restrained at the moment. Wait until at least 2026 to take a look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 10, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Richly nuanced deep crimson. Light nose but the suggestion that there is a lot there. Gentle and subtle with a glorious combination of ripe fruit and ripe tannin with freshness. Much less chewy than many others and already approachable, which perhaps forfeits half a point. But a lovely wine for now. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePichon-comtesse.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e« Like the creation of a brand-new blend, music, through its vibrations and the unique way it resonates, has this incredible power of plunging us into our inner silence, into our most intimate emotions.\u003cbr\u003eEach tune chosen forges close ties with wine and history, our history, that of Pichon Comtesse. Where were we? What did we feel? Which path did we take? And what about you? What will you feel? That’s how wine is set to music… » \u003cstrong\u003eNicolas Glumineau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2018 – Bedrich Smetana: Má Vlast, JB1:112: II. 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After a bit of time to settle, this wine is in a great spot—ready to enjoy but will keep evolving for a while. Perfect if you're after a classic Pauillac that’s drinking beautifully now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\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 88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 29, 2005\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2011-2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine has seemingly gone to sleep and is in a dormant, ungracious stage, exhibiting notes of green tea leaves intermixed with red and black currants in its dusty nose. A medium-bodied wine with moderately high tannin and a certain austerity, it seems to be a much less impressive effort than I thought from barrel or is it just impossibly closed? There is still substantial size and tannic clout to the wine, but the fruit seems to have gone into hiding. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2020 . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs most well-informed insiders in Bordeaux know, proprietor Alfred Tesseron has been doing everything right since 1994 in order to fully develop the enormous potential of this vineyard adjacent to Mouton-Rothschild. Some serious work is done in the vineyard including de-budding, de-leafing, and crop-thinning. The harvest usually takes place in several attempts trying to maximize ripeness and there are two separate sorting tables. Yields have dropped dramatically, and of course there is a severe selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Mar 28, 2012\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2012-2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid crimson. Very light nose. Solid and very earthbound with some really earthy flavours. Lots of acidity on the finish. Stolid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePontet-canet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage 2002 can be distinguished by dry weather conditions during spring, followed by an average summer. The flowering and the ripening came out late.\u003cbr\u003eOn the other hand, the month of September, exceptionally hot and dry, allowed outstanding maturation, which was very good \/ perfect for the Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003eThe harvest started on September 30th, with the picking of Merlot within the first week with 40% of the pickers. The picking of Cabernet started on October 7th but was interrupted in between by the harvest of Petit Verdot.\u003cbr\u003eHarvest finished on October 14th.\u003cbr\u003eDuring vinification, the fermentations were very slow because of the use of natural yeasts and the filling up of the wooden vats by gravity. The procedure brought up a progressive release of grape sugars. \u003cbr\u003eThe extractions were made with lot of softness, which allowed to get only the best tannins and to express clearly the characteristics of each microterroir.\u003cbr\u003eThe selection of the terroirs and the control of free-run wine and press-wine are a hard work which allows to obtain the full potential of both vintage and vineyard during the blending time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting:\u003cbr\u003eOn the nose, a woody hint is dominated by floral notes such as violets and red fruits.\u003cbr\u003eThe attack is full and followed by a structure in the mouth which is both full-bodied and very rich. 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It’s packed with ripe red and black fruits like blackberry and cherry, with lovely hints of violet and cassis. There’s a beautiful minerality that adds complexity, and the palate is full and smooth with a long, velvety finish. While it’s showing well now, this wine has great potential for further aging and will only improve in the next few years. It's a bold, flavorful expression of Pontet-Canet that still has a lot to give.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 95\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: Apr 9, 2012\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWow. Minerals, cedar, almost like warm stones in the heat. And then some spice. A wine that?s gorgeous, beautiful to taste now, but you know there?s so much more coming to it. Will be better in three to five years. But it's already gorgeous, decant a couple hours in advance. \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 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 30, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2017-2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasted at BI Wine \u0026amp; Spirits' 10-Years-On tasting, the 2007 Pontet-Canet has an upfront bouquet with (for the vintage) quite lavish red and black fruit tinged with violet and creme de cassis. The palate is sweet and opulent, displaying impressive concentration and a velvety blueberry and black cherry finish that lingers long in the mouth. You would never ascribe this to the 2007 vintage, a Pontet-Canet determined to overcome the limitations of the growing season. In a sense, it succeeds, yet it must sacrifice some of its Bordeaux typicit? in the process. Tasted February 2017. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Jun 12, 2017\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet, spicy and dark fruited. Unusually ripe and sweet on the palate. Lots of spice, firmly textured and full of flavour. Not particularly elegant but full-flavoured and long without any herbaceousness and still a good life ahead. Impressive fruit depth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePontet-canet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a particularly hot and dry April, the next 4 months were dominated by rain and cold temperatures. These conditions allowed a long flowering period as well as favouring the vine diseases. We are probably more exposed to mildew than others due to our method of viticulture. Therefore, we reacted quickly by cutting the affected bunches and those which had not changed colour yet towards the end of August.\u003cbr\u003eFortunately, good weather conditions returned in September allowing for a good maturation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2007 Tasting\u003cbr\u003eVery deep robe.\u003cbr\u003eExplosive nose of black and red fruits with a beautiful minerality that one finds in recent vintages of Chateau Pontet-Canet.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, the attack is full and leaves great length with finesse whilst subtlety conserving the tannins strength so characteristic of this vintage. \u003cbr\u003eThe length is impressive with a beautiful freshness. The tactile sensations on the palate persist in a very long finish. The velvet texture no longer describes the tannins but more that of lace. It is a very beautiful wine which once more shows the greatness of Château Pontet-Canet’s terroir.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: from October 1st to 13th\u003cbr\u003eGrape varieties: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon - 25% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e4% Cabernet Franc - 1% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13°\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974269485120,"sku":"RDFR20071501","price":228.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pontet-Canet_2a66c1ff-8806-4232-bdfe-22c7f0598527.jpg?v=1706752792"},{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-pauillac-2010-750ml","title":"Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac 2010 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2010 Pontet-Canet is an extraordinary wine, earning praise from critics for its richness, precision, and aging potential. With a deep, vibrant crimson color, it offers complex aromas of violet, blackberry, redcurrant, and cherry, supported by a backdrop of classic Pauillac characteristics like tobacco and cedar. On the palate, it is full-bodied with impressive structure, fine tannins, and remarkable freshness. Despite its boldness, it remains graceful and balanced. This biodynamic beauty has the potential to evolve beautifully for decades, making it a wine for collectors to hold onto. It’s already showing great promise but will truly shine with more time in the bottle. If you can wait, it will reward you for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\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 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 28, 2013\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2070\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn absolutely amazing wine, from grapes harvested between the end of September and October 17, this blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot has close to 15% natural alcohol. It comes from one of the few biodynamic vineyards in Bordeaux, but you are likely to see many more, given the success that Tesseron seems to be having at all levels, both in his vineyards and in his fermentation\/winemaking. An astounding, compelling wine with the classic Pauillac nose more often associated with its cross-street neighbor, Mouton-Rothschild, creme de cassis, there are also some violets and other assorted floral notes. The wine has off-the-charts massiveness and intensity but never comes across as heavy, overbearing or astringent. The freshness, laser-like precision, and full-bodied, massive richness and extract are simply remarkable to behold and experience. It is very easy, to become jaded tasting such great wines from a great vintage, but it is really a privilege to taste something as amazing as this. Unfortunately, it needs a good decade of cellaring, and that's assuming it doesn?t close down over the next few years. This is a 50- to 75-year wine from one of the half-dozen or so most compulsive and obsessive proprietors in all of Bordeaux. Is there anything that proprietor Alfred Tesseron is not doing right? Talk about an estate that is on top of its game! Pontet-Canet's 2010 is a more structured, tannic and restrained version of their most recent perfect wine, the 2009. Kudos to Pontet-Canet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 100\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 14, 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aromas to this are incredible with blueberry, minerals, dried flowers, and stones. It goes to dried meat and spices. Full body and incredibly integrated with blackberry, licorice, and minerals. There's a wonderful purity to this. It goes on for minutes. The quality of tannins is amazing. Seamless. There's an amazing transparency that shows you all the elements of the wine's unique terrior. Try after 2018.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 17, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2060\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass in glass. Deep ruby, youthful tone. Such sumptuous red berry, cassis and tobacco aromas. Juicy and full bodied, with smoothly textured tannins. The creamy mid palate texture is framed by an impressive arc of tension and balancing acidity, ensuring long life. Long finish. Super! Aged 50% new oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Nov 30, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWonderfully classic nose backed up with still-juicy black fruit. Such a faithful rendition of claret, albeit clearly from a ripe vintage. Cedar, dried tobacco, clove, aniseed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePontet-canet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach year in Bordeaux is unique, truly not resembling any other. Like any child, a wine has two parents: a father-terroir and a mother-vintage. It will have something of both, but above all it must be itself.\u003cbr\u003eThe vine cycle got off to a slightly late start. Then unstable weather during flowering caused shatter, which reduced the number of berries, especially in our older Merlot parcels.\u003cbr\u003eHowever, sun and drought predominated until harvest time, heralding a fine vintage.\u003cbr\u003eWe made considerable progress in our use of draft horses, increasing the surface area on which tractors are not used at all from 7 to 24 hectares (17 to 59 acres).\u003cbr\u003eThe vinifications, reduced to the essential at Pontet-Canet, were a reminder that a great wine is made first and foremost in the vineyard.\u003cbr\u003eThe result of our choice of organic and biodynamic viticulture, the 2010 vintage is the only one among the Medoc Classified Growths to have both certifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: from September 29th to October 17th\u003cbr\u003eGrape varieties: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon - 30% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e4% Cabernet Franc - 1% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.5°\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting 2010\u003cbr\u003eThe colour is crimson shading to black.\u003cbr\u003eAromas of violet, blackberry, redcurrant and cherry among others predominate on the highly complex and vibrant nose.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, the wine displays a forthright structure of impressive length.\u003cbr\u003eRadiant fruit, exquisite freshness, shimmering substance and patrician tannins define this widely acclaimed vintage. Fine, supple and gracious,\u003cbr\u003ethe wine leaves a lasting memory of consummate pleasure.\u003cbr\u003eCertainly the finest Pontet-Canet of the modern era and the first vintage to be certified 100% organic and biodynamic!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974269714496,"sku":"RDFR20101504","price":478.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pontet-Canet_65cc52d0-6dc1-44d6-a67d-19489e7e23c5.jpg?v=1706752815"},{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-pauillac-2017-750ml","title":"Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2017 Pontet-Canet is a beautifully elegant wine, with a deep garnet-purple color and a nose brimming with floral and fruit notes. Expect fragrances of rosehip tea, lilacs, cinnamon, cloves, and underbrush, complemented by ripe plums, red and black currants, and a touch of pencil shavings. On the palate, it offers a minerally freshness with plush tannins that provide a smooth texture, leading to a long, fragrant finish. The wine was aged in a mix of new oak barrels and amphorae, bringing a unique, fresh character. Critics have praised its purity, with some noting its youthful complexity and aging potential. It's certainly a wine to hold for a few more years before it fully opens up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\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 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 16, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2048\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2017 Pontet-Canet gives up beautifully fragrant notes of rosehip tea, lilacs, cinnamon stick, cloves, dried leaves and underbrush with a core of kirsch, raspberry coulis, warm plums and red and black currants plus a waft of pencil shavings. Medium-bodied, the palate is refreshing, minerally and wonderfully elegant with a well-played texture of approachable, plush tannins and a long, fragrant finish. Beautiful. Aging took place in 50% new and 15% in second fill barrels and the remaining 35% in amphorae for 16 months, much of the material for which came from the soil at Pontet-Canet! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 96\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: Dec 14, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis has ethereal transparency to it with a fresh, red-berry and cherry nose. Terra-cotta and dried-flower notes. Plums, too. Quite complex. The palate has a very detailed tannin texture with attractive cassis and blueberries that hold very long, fresh and pure. Fruity and fresh. Try from 2023.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 17, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared to the flamboyant 2018 and the fantastic 2016, this comes in a lower gear, with less potential complexity. I like the ripe cassis, red and black berry aromatics with a lovely tannic finesse, but I wanted more palate density here. Medium finish. Aged 50% new oak , 35% amphora.\u003c\/span\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: Aug 28, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Crimson with some shading at the rim. Warm and very obviously ripe. Tightly reined-in with marked tannins. Quite sophisticated with savoury subtlety. Youthful. Definitely red bordeaux.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePontet-canet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAlthough rainfall has been a distinctive feature of most recent Bordeaux vintages ending in “ 7 ”, 2017 was marked by frost on a freezing night in late April. Fortunately, the Gironde estuary protected the vineyards of the prestigious Medoc appellations. As a result, our losses were minimal.\u003cbr\u003eVery favourable weather for the vines then set in for most of the season: flowering took place in mid-May and the berries had changed colour by July 7th. Despite some light rain in September, the grapes stayed perfectly healthy until they had reached optimum maturity. The harvest started on September 18th for the Merlot, followed ten days later by the Cabernet Sauvignon, then the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.\u003cbr\u003eAnother important feature of the year was the arrival of a new vat house with 32 concrete vats, each containing 40 hectolitres. It is a way for us to get back to the essentials, as vatting and vinification all take place without machines and without noise, using only human hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting 2017\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is deep, glossy crimson.\u003cbr\u003eThe fresh nose reveals an elegant balance of fruity, floral and mineral notes.\u003cbr\u003eGreat harmony is found on the palate between a highly refined tannic structure and comforting depth and length.\u003cbr\u003eA very fine wine indeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: from September 18th to October 4th\u003cbr\u003eGrape varieties: 64% Cabernet Sauvignon - 30% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e4% Cabernet Franc - 2% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13°\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974270042176,"sku":"RDFR20171512","price":215.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/chateau-pontet-canet-pauillac-750ml.jpg?v=1756460759"},{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-pauillac-vertical-case-1990-1999-case-of-6-750ml","title":"Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac Vertical Case 1990-1999 Case of 6 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac Vertical Case 1990-1999 is an exceptional selection for collectors and connoisseurs alike. This case includes six distinct vintages from one of Bordeaux's most esteemed estates, showcasing the evolution of Pontet-Canet over a decade of highly regarded wines. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Collection of the Best Vintages from the 1990s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vertical case showcases some of the most highly rated vintages of the decade including the stunning 1994, 1995 and 1996. The wines are in pristine condition, having spent more than 20 years ageing gracefully in the safety of the Chateau's cellars. This presents a rare opportunity for Bordeaux aficionados and Pontet Canet lovers to experience mature vintages of the estate in their prime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to a dearth of Pontet-Canet back vintages in the market, they are extremely rare and highly coveted around the world. Coupled with very limited quantities of this vertical case being released globally, demand is expected to skyrocket and serious buyers should act fast before it sells out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRatings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1990\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 96\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 96\u003cbr\u003eDecanter: D 94\u003cbr\u003eJancisRobinson.com: JR 18\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: This vintage is considered one of the best for Pontet-Canet, with exceptional aging potential. It's a classic Bordeaux that balances power, elegance, and complexity, offering wine enthusiasts a chance to experience the greatness of this estate at its peak. The wine is drinking wonderfully now but still has years of life left for further aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1994\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 91\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 93\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2032+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: Known for its finesse and depth, the 1994 Pontet-Canet offers a complex nose of dark fruits, graphite, and a hint of licorice. The wine is still young with plenty of tannin structure, giving it the potential to age for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1995\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 93\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 94 \u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2035+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: The 1995 vintage is a standout, offering depth and elegance. It’s rich and concentrated with blackberry, cassis, and a subtle hint of herbs. The tannins are strong but well integrated, and the wine is remarkably balanced, with a long and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1996\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 94\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 95\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2040+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: A classic vintage, the 1996 Pontet-Canet is structured and powerful, with ripe dark fruits and earthy, mineral undertones. This wine is in its prime, with well-integrated tannins and an elegant finish that showcases the balance of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1998\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 94\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 94\u003cbr\u003eDecanter: D 94\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: The wine has a deep, dark color with a bouquet of ripe dark fruits and earthy nuances. On the palate, it is elegant, with well-integrated tannins and an excellent balance of acidity. The finish is long, with a touch of spice and minerality. A classic Bordeaux with a smooth, velvety texture, it has aged beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1999\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Wine Advocate: RP 94\u003cbr\u003eJamesSuckling.com: JS 94\u003cbr\u003eDecanter: D 92\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: This wine is celebrated for its complexity, balance, and aging potential, offering a fantastic opportunity for those looking to explore an older vintage from Pontet-Canet. It is drinking well now but still has ample life ahead for those wishing to cellar it further.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974270337088,"sku":"CSFR00MV0013","price":1665.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Chateau-Pontet-Canet-Case-1990-1999-smaller.jpg?v=1706752903"},{"product_id":"les-griffons-de-pichon-baron-2017-750ml","title":"Les Griffons De Pichon Baron Pauillac 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe refined second wine of Château Pichon Baron, the 2017 Les Griffons captures the classic character of Pauillac with an approachable style. Layers of cassis, plum and raspberry are complemented by notes of tobacco, spice and subtle minerality. Silky tannins and fresh structure lead to an elegant, balanced finish, making it a versatile Bordeaux to enjoy from 2022 onward.\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 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 10, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pretty wine with medium to full body, round and creamy tannins and a flavorful finish. Shows plenty of currant and raspberry character with an attractive, stony mineral note underneath. Try after 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 9, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet-dominant in personality; tight on the finish, with lovely purity and fine tannins. There's some excellent black pepper spice from 5% Petit Verdot - which has only been added to the blend for the past five years. This is a serious wine, with real presence, and layers of liquorice, blackcurrant, hawthorn and tobacco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator \u003cspan\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: Jan 30, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures a soft-edged but juicy feel, with a mix of plum and black currant fruit melded to sweet tobacco and warm iron notes. Shows nice viscosity on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2028. 7,500 cases made.\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 89-91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Apr 27, 2018\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon-based expression of Pichon Baron's second wine contains 52% Cabernet Sauvignon and 48% Merlot. Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Les Griffons de Pichon Baron has expressive notes of cassis, crushed black cherries and black raspberries with hints of lavender, underbrush, Provence herbs and tilled soil. The palate is medium-bodied and incredibly elegant with great freshness and very fine tannins, finishing earthy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974412615744,"sku":"RDFR20171933","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Les-Griffons-De-Pichon-Baron-Pauillac_723bc406-405c-4156-a7bb-718e11c92a00.jpg?v=1706759508"},{"product_id":"pastourelle-de-clerc-milon-2011-750ml","title":"Pastourelle De Clerc Milon Pauillac 2011 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2011 Pastourelle De Clerc Milon is a classic Bordeaux with a deep, vibrant red color and a refined nose of ripe cherries, kirsch, pepper, and liquorice. On the palate, it’s well-structured and smooth, showing notes of cocoa, leather, and a touch of smoke, finishing fresh and long with polished tannins. Made in a warm and dry vintage, this wine balances power with elegance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau-clerc-milon.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: 12 to 28 September \u003cbr\u003eVarietal mix: Cabernet Sauvignon: 31%, Merlot: 33%, Cabernet Franc: 36% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting notes: \u003cbr\u003eThe wine is an attractive, glittering, deep red. \u003cbr\u003eThe refined and delicate nose is full of ripe fruit and cherry aromas with a suggestion of kirsch, mingled with pepper and liquorice. 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Medium-bodied, the palate delivers bags of juicy black fruit with a soft texture and spicy finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHautbatailley.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second wine, Haut-Batailley Verso, was created when the Cazes family took over the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a generous, indulgent wine that offers aromas of black fruits and spicy notes. 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These climatic conditions promoted the accumulation of anthocyanins in the berries, giving the vintage a beautiful color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2017 is also characterized by great qualitative consistency throughout the vineyard, which was not affected by the severe frost episode at the end of April. Nearly 100 mm of rainfall was recorded from September 9 to 12. The rains then stopped, and the gravelly plots of Aspic and Bécades dried quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first pruning shears were used on September 14, confirming the early nature of the 2017 vintage. The Merlot grapes were harvested from September 14 to 22 over four effective picking days; the weather conditions were favorable, allowing for optimal ripeness of the grape skins. The Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested from September 23 to October 2, over eight effective days of picking. 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A second and then a third sorting were done before and after destemming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearance: The robe shows purplish highlights.\u003cbr\u003eNose: Dominated by spice (pepper, with a hint of garrigue), followed by notes of black fruits (blackcurrant).\u003cbr\u003ePalate: The attack is clean and direct, balanced by enveloping tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974735806528,"sku":"RDFR20172025","price":75.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/verso-by-haut-bataillay-pauillac-750ml.jpg?v=1755160390"},{"product_id":"carruades-de-lafite-pauillac-2016-750ml","title":"Carruades de Lafite Pauillac 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarruades de Lafite 2016 is a powerful Bordeaux blend with 49% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. The wine has a rich nose with aromas of red fruit, tobacco, and a hint of earthiness. On the palate, it is full-bodied and balanced with a well-structured mid-palate, showcasing red and black fruit, minerality, and subtle spice. The finish is long and refined with mineral and slightly salty notes. It’s an exceptional wine from the second label of Château Lafite Rothschild, aging well through 2034 and beyond.\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 17, 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet-tobacco and berry aromas here with fresh herbs, too. Full-bodied, dense and chewy with a savory edge, bright acidity and a long, flavorful finish. Iron and graphite at the finish with Indian ink. Second wine of Château Lafite Rothschild. Try after 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 13, 5); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eNov 30, 2018\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2034\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 49% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Carruades de Lafite opens with expressive baked plums, Morello cherries and blackcurrant cordial scents with touches of stewed tea, bay leaves and tilled soil plus a waft of tree bark. Medium-bodied with a great mid-palate core of red and black fruits, it has a solid, grainy frame and compelling freshness, finishing long and minerally.\u003c\/span\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Feb 6, 2020\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2047\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Quite a burly nose. Big and beefy. Robust. Chunky. Very dry on the end. Sincere rather than charming. Lots packed in here. Wait awhile! Exciting.\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elafite.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage\u003cbr\u003e2016 was characterized in Bordeaux by a very uniform climate, resulting in a good quality vintage for the entire region. Bud break occurred around the normal time, although the spring was rather rainy and cold. June was particularly overcast and cool, but flowering nevertheless took place in good conditions.\u003cbr\u003eThe summer was hot and very dry, almost too dry at the beginning of September, with ripening becoming hindered in some cases due to water stress. Lafite’s superb terroir was perfectly able to cope with these conditions, and to wait for the welcome rain on 13 September. This created optimal conditions for the final ripening of the grapes, ready to reach exceptional levels of maturity.\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 Pauillac appellation, bordering Saint-Estèphe. The vineyard consists of three main areas : the hillsides around the Château, the adjacent Carruades plateau to the west, and 4.5 hectares in Saint Estèphe appellation. The vineyard covers 112 hectares with soil made up of fine deep gravel, mixed with aeolian sand on a subsoil of tertiary limestone. It is well-drained and benefits from optimal sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003eCarruades de Lafite is made according to the traditional Bordeaux method. Alcoholic fermentation is conducted in wooden, concrete and stainless steel vats. Gentle pumping-over helps to ensure a soft extraction and is carried out according to the specific characteristics of each tank. Total maceration time lasts for about 20 days.\u003cbr\u003eAfter malolactic fermentation, wines are transfered into French oak barrels made by the Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac for a period of 16 months approximately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes\u003cbr\u003e49 % Merlot\u003cbr\u003e44 % Cabernet sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e5 % Cabernet franc\u003cbr\u003e2 % Petit verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful dark red violet colour. Very appealing nose with notes of red fruit dominated by cherry. There are also notes of tobacco, which is quite unusual at this stage of the ageing process.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, the wine quickly opens up, which is often the case for Les Carruades due to its higher proportion of Merlot. It rapidly develops a full-bodied character, with exceptional balance. The complementarity between the four grape varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) is perfect, offering a very pleasant, well-structured mid-palate. The finish brings refined, slightly salty, mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39981172293696,"sku":"RDFR20160858","price":768.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Carruades-de-Lafite-Pauillac_d7ef6aca-b4fa-4f2a-a71c-b6cb7a5dcc6d.jpg?v=1707194368"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/collections\/BWV-Regions-All_e8c675ac-71f8-43a6-aee5-b30d57196144.jpg?v=1781142155","url":"https:\/\/www.1855thebottleshop.com\/collections\/pauillac-bordeaux-left-bank.oembed?page=2","provider":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}