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    Lochlea Our Barley Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX
    Lowlands, SCOTLAND
    Reduced from $119.99
    $114. 99
    Bottle
    $1379.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    For a few years in the late 18th century, Lochlea was the home and workplace of the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. The farm was acquired in 2006 and current owner, Neil McGeoch gained planning permissions in 2014. Despite converting the former piggery, byre and midden into a distillery and repurposing the cattle sheds into bonded warehouses, Lochlea is and remains a working farm, which is what sets it apart from almost every other Scotch whisky distillery. All of the required barley is grown in the fields surrounding the facility. The man in charge of production is Malcolm Rennie who has worked for some of the Scotch industry's biggest names, including Bruichladdich, Ardbeg and Kilchoman. He brings with him more than thirty years of whisky-making nous. Having started production in August 2018, the current offerings are around 3-4 years old. 'Our Barley' is based on a recipe honed by ex-Laphroaig Manager, John Campbell and is comprised of a combination of maturations across first-fill Bourbon barrels, Oloroso Sherry casks, and shaved-toasted-recharred (STR) barriques. It's the distillery's first core bottling and showcases what the producer's describe as Lochlea's signature fruitiness. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Notes from the producers... Nose: Pear syrup, fruit bonbons, warm cut grass, marmalade. Palate: Golden syrup, pepper, rye bread, macadamia nuts, cream soda. Finish: Long finish with a lasting orange beeswax note.

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    • Preservative Free
    2022 Radikon Sivi Pinot Grigio
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Sivi is 100% Pinot Grigio that spends eight to ten days macerating on the skins.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2022 Bianco Sivi, Radikon’s 100% Pinot Grigio that spends eight to ten days macerating on the skins, is a vivid, dark, pink color with violet hues. This is wonderfully fresh and floral with a spicy bouquet that blends rose petals with ginger and incense. It’s potent and savory in style, with juicy acidity to balance the depths of tart citrus and wild berry fruits that cascade throughout. The 2022 tapers off with a balance of sweet spice and cheek-puckering citrus, adding remarkable contrasts through the long and perfumed finale. Drink 2024-2029.
    93 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    • 92
    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2022 Radikon Slatnik Bianco
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Slatnik is a blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Tocai Friulano that spends eight days macerating on the skins.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2022 Bianco Slatnik is wild with an exotic bouquet of incense and dried flowers, tangerine and hints of fresh mint. This opens with a pretty inner sweetness that gives way to tropical melon and citrus tones, all guided by juicy acidity. It finishes with admirable length and is potent yet still remarkably fresh, leaving traces of candied grapefruit and spice. This is an intense vintage of Slatnik, yet the balance cannot be denied. It’s a blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Tocai Friulano that spends eight days macerating on the skins. Drink 2024-2029.
    92 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    • 93
    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2022 Radikon Rosso Sasa (RS)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    RS is a red wine blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Pignolo.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2022 Rosso RS lifts from the glass with a vivid blend of crushed black cherries and blackberries complicated by cedar shavings and sage. This is energetic and racy in style, with depths of tart wild berry fruits energized by a balanced dose of volatile acidity. Violet inner florals and traces of lavender form toward the close. It finishes dramatically long yet wickedly fresh, leaving a coating of grippy tannins as licorice and currant nuances slowly fade. This is almost too easy to like yet remarkably balanced as well. The RS22 (from the 2022 vintage) is a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Pignolo. Drink 2024-2031.
    93 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    • 91
    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2019 Radikon Jakot Bianco (500ml)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Jakot is the name given to the 100% Tocai Friulano cuvee that spends up to three months on skins.

    Other Reviews....
    Decidedly spicey, the 2019 Bianco Jakot reminds me of my childhood days drinking lemon-tinged sun tea, along with a twist of ginger and wild herbs. This is soft textured and round with a purity seldom seen. Brisk acidity excites green apple and young pear notes. A hint of lime adds a pleasant tart tension toward the close. A saturation of savory spice remains while finishing lightly tannic and tremendously long. The Jakot is a varietal Tocai Friulano. Drink 2025-2031.
    91 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    • 92
    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2019 Radikon O... Oslavje Bianco (500ml)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Oslavje is a blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Sauvignon Blanc which spends up to four months on skins.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2019 Bianco O…… (Oslavje) is airy and floral with a lovely touch of fresh mint that gives way to young peach and white flowers. This is distinctly savory on the palate, with a tart lemon rind tinge, giving way to young kiwi and mineral tones, more like an herbal tea than wine. Brisk acidity maintains a lifted feel. It finishes with medium length and a liquid floral sensation as tactile mineral tones add a pleasant crunchiness. This blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Sauvignon Blanc spends three months refining on the lees. Drink 2025-2031.
    92 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    • 93
    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2019 Radikon Ribolla Bianco (500ml)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 12%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Radikon's highly sought after Ribolla Gialla sees four months on skins.

    Other Reviews....
    Wickedly fresh, the 2019 Ribolla wafts up with a perfumed blend of young peaches, dried flowers and wet stone. It’s silky smooth yet full of mineral tension. A salty flourish gives way to masses of tart orchard fruits and a staining of liquid florals. This tapers off classically dry with a citrusy concentration that puckers the cheeks and forces the mouth to water. This is an especially gastronomic Ribolla that’s already showing beautifully yet should show even better after a few years of cellaring. Drink 2025-2031.
    93 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

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    2013 Radikon Pignoli Rosso (500ml)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $135. 00
    Bottle
    $1620.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    Other Reviews....
    Dark and beastly, in the best possible way, the 2013 Pignoli smolders up with a blend of cedar, cloves, dried black cherries, ashen stone and camphor. This is silky-smooth upon entry, with a zesty acidic core to balance. Tart wild berry fruits mingle with saline minerals and hints of sour citrus. Grippy Pignolo tannins take control through the finish, tapering off pleasantly bitter and long. Rosy inner florals and steeped plum nuances linger long. The 2013 is on the cusp of its drinking window, yet built for a long evolution. Drink 2026-2034.
    92 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

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    • Organic
    • Preservative Free
    2009 Radikon 3781 Ribolla Riserva Bianco (1000ml)
    Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
    $470. 00
    Bottle
    $5640.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    The late Stanislao (Stanko) Radikon’s bold decision in the 1990s to embrace extended skin contact and natural winemaking, alongside his neighbour Josko Gravner, played a pivotal role in the global rise of amber/orange wines. Over the course of 36+ vintages Stanko, and now his son Sasa, have remained uncompromising in their pursuit of wines that are pure expressions of their Friulian terroir, rejecting chemical additives, temperature control, and sulphur. Rooted in the traditions of Stanko’s grandfather, the Radikon estate in Oslavia focuses on Ribolla Gialla, with vineyards planted on steep clay and shale slopes, meticulously farmed by hand. Since 1995, Stanko progressively returned to historical methods, extending maceration from 7 days to 3 months and eliminating sulphur entirely by 2002, crafting age-worthy wines that are, in Stanko's words, "totally genuine." While the core of the estate was formed around plantings of Ribolla Gialla, Stanko’s parents also added small parcels of Merlot, Tocai Friulano and Pinot Grigio.

    This 3781 Riserva is only produced in the best vintages, with the number representing parcel of the best grapes harvested that year. 100% Ribolla Gialla which sees three months skin contact, four years in barrel, and then ten years in bottle prior to release.

    Other Reviews....
    A blend of dried apricot, ginger, incense and cedar shavings wafts up from the 2009 Ribolla 3781 to form its spicy bouquet. This is surprisingly fresh and energetic, following the performance on the nose, yet quickly gains in tension as saline minerals and citrus tones saturate. The 2009 tapers off earthy and savory, leaving suggestions of sous bois and a salty flourish that lingers on. The Ribolla 3781 is a harvest selection from the 2009 vintage. This spends four years in barrel following three months of maceration on the skins. Radikon has since lowered the aging period to three years in barrel to reduce some of the oxidation present here. Drink 2024-2031.
    90 points
    Eric Guido - Vinous

    2013 Adelphi High Coast 10 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Swedish Whisky (700ml)
    SWEDEN
    $239. 99
    Bottle
    $2879.88 Dozen
    ABV: 57.1%

    Formerly known as 'Box Distillery', High Coast started production in 2010 with the inaugural release in 2014. Already famous for their peated styles, the quality must be impressive to have caught Adelphi's attention! Cask 1527 was matured in a first fill oloroso hogshead yielding 320 bottles at 57.1% Alc./Vol. Expect deep, complex notes of earthy peat and dark chocolate. Non chill filtered.

    2018 Adelphi Lochlea 5 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Lowlands, SCOTLAND
    $219. 99
    Bottle
    $2639.88 Dozen
    ABV: 59.2%

    A name that will be new to most whisky lovers: Thirty minutes drive south from Glasgow, nestled in the heart of Ayrshire, Lochlea is an independent family-owned distillery - now a rare thing in the Scotch whisky industry. Producing since 2018, their approach is small-batch, innovative and flexible without the constraints of a large corporate structure. Barley is grown on the farm and an on-site water source is employed, so there's full traceability over production. Adelphi's selection was matured in a single first fill Bourbon barrel. 265 bottles are on offer at 59.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Ardnamurchan AD/ Sauternes Cask Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    Not only have Ardnamurchan been busy celebrating the distillery turning ten years old, they've also launched their first ever Sauternes cask malt. It's made up of unpeated spirit initially matured for over five years in first-fill bourbon casks before being transferred to Sauternes barriques for an additional 2.5 years. Clocking up eight years in oak makes it one of the distillery's oldest releases to date. Bottled at high strength, the batch equates to 6000 bottles across the globe.

    For those who don't already know, Sauternes is a famous Bordeaux wine region synonymous with the world's finest sweet white wines. No surprise then that the secondary ageing adds another twist to the Hebridean spirit - a nose full of apricot jam, almond flakes, marzipan, brioche and dried stone fruit, followed by a finish that's less sweet than the nose, wonderfully balanced and slightly dry with some of that classic Ardnamurchan salinity shining through. 50% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Altamura Vodka (700ml)
    ITALY
    $94. 99
    Bottle
    $1139.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    The ancient varieties of wheat used in Altamura have names such as Appulo, Arcangelo, Duilio and Simeto and they all must be grown in Altamura or the adjoining Communes of Gravina in Puglia, Laterza, Matera, Poggiorsini, Spinazzola, Angomarzio or Minervo Murge. The vodka's clean, crisp taste and silky texture makes it ideal for enjoying neat, on the rocks or as a superior base for cocktails.

    Notes from the producers... Nose: Delicate grain notes with a clean, subtle sweetness. Palate: Exceptionally smooth, with a gentle sweetness and a hint of peppery spice. Finish: Crisp, refreshing, and enduringly smooth, leaving a pure aftertaste. 43% Alc./Vol.

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    Distilleria Valverde Amaro di Langa (700ml)
    ITALY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 26%

    The Birello family have been preparing this Amaro since 1973, the same year their company was founded with a dream to set up their own business in liqueurs and grappa. It was initially labeled as 'Pilger', but in 2009 it became Amaro di Langa after the recipe was improved with the addition of a good percentage of herbs from local farms, including mallow, lemon balm, hyssop, lavender, rosemary and damask rose. They also use herbs, flowers and roots known for their digestive and bittering properties such as gentian, wormwood, nutmeg, yarrow and bitter orange. It adds up to a total of 26 ingredients, all cold macerated for a more delicate extraction. The resulting aromatics are complex, deep, rich and enticing with nutmeg and bitter herbaceous notes married with bitter orange, mint and gentian, hints of poached fruits and traces of cinnamon warmth. Softer, rounder and less assertive than the nose anticipates, the palate strikes a fine balance between sweet and bitter, with subtle notes of gentian, cinchona, cola and soft spices through the finish - a good starting point for newcomers to the category. 26% Alc./Vol.

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    Nikka Days Blended Japanese Whisky (700ml)
    JAPAN
    $77. 99
    Bottle
    $935.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Other reviews... Unquestionably the softest, least aggressive whisky I have tasted for the 2020 Whisky Bible. 89 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020

    ...Nikka Days is probably the newest product to join the Nikka stable - only released in mid-2020, it joins other blended whisky expressions from Nikka such as the Nikka Tailored, Super Nikka, Nikka From The Barrel, and many more. As the name suggests, this was designed for easy daily drinking and is a Bourbon cask aged blend of malt and grain whiskies from across the Nikka spectrum and likely from the Ben Nevis Scotch distillery as well (making it not purely a Japanese whisky). It comes in a really pretty bottled with a yellow theme that is a really nice pop on an otherwise traditionally more muted whisky shelf. This was as expected very approachable, easy to drink, but with a nice added hit of citrusy flavours and smoked cream which amounts to a decent complexity. For an entry level whisky, the aroma and finish was particularly standout and definitely made me feel that this punched above its weight. If you’re going to buy something entry level, I genuinely think this should be your pick. It’s not over-oaked, it’s not thin to a sin, no off notes or sharpness, nor is it actually bad in any way - for the most part it’s quite the delight. Don’t count this one out. Solid pick, cute bottle, nice whisky. - 88bamboo.co

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    Distilleria Valverde Rivierini Liquore di Chinotto Liqueur (700ml)
    ITALY
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 26%

    From the Chinotti of Savona, hand-worked immediately after harvest, the gently tart character of the orange-related fruit is captured in this elegant and not-too-sweet liqueur that ends with hints of bitter peel and faint suggestions of lychees. Serve it chilled as an after-dinner drink. 26% Alc./Vol.

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    Distilleria Valverde Nizurin Liquore di Nocciola (Hazelnut) Liqueur (700ml)
    ITALY
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 26%

    The creators have nicknamed this hazelnut specialty 'Nizurin' which means 'hazelnut' in the local Piedmontese dialect. Nuts of the Tonda Gentile Trilobata cultivar grown on the surrounding hills are used. Its sweet, creamy palate includes flavours of marzipan, biscotti, nougat and milk chocolate with a long, lingering presence of the keynote ingredient. Poured over ice or added to coffee, it should delight anyone accustomed to liqueur classics like Frangelico. 26% Alc./Vol.

    • 91
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    Glendronach 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - New Packaging
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    Reduced from $124.99
    $109. 99
    Bottle
    $1319.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    Other reviews... Wet pine bough, tobacco leaf, tea, light rancio, and dark fruit aromas on the nose, as the sherry cask lets you know it's in the game. More pronounced sherry notes on the palate—chocolate brownies, tiramisu, and a hint of candle wax. Water unlocks chocolate, baking spice, and cinnamon bread. Smooth and creamy on a finish that adds drizzled caramel and honeyed almonds. Balanced sweetness and very smooth sipping—a treat for sherried scotch fans. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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    2023 Novum Chardonnay
    Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    A beautifully finessed Chardonnay that combines power and freshness with a refined feel.

    From a family who have been managing vineyards in Marlborough since the 1970's, after a significant stint at Fromm winery, ending as General Manager, Will Hoare and his wife Rachel decided to venture out on their own to produce wine from the incredible vineyards they had access to. For this wine fruit was sourced from a block in the central Wairau plains of Marlborough planted entirely with the Mendoza clone around the mid 1980’s. Originally a riverbed, this block is naturally warm during the day, as well as at night, thanks to the radiating effect of the exposed greywacke rock lying beneath the vines. The rock radiates heat up into the canopy, making this vineyard an ideal site for ripening Chardonnay.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Showing wonderful aromatic lift, the nose is engulfed with ripe white peach, dried honey and more subtle crème brulee scents which are trailed by some biscuity nougat, cashew and spice notes. The palate features a refined, creamy like textural feel with rich fleshy peach, dried honey and crème brulee flavours filling the mouth. Citrusy nougat, cashew, biscuit and delicate infusions of gun flint lie underneath. Fresh and amply powered it finishes long and beautifully finessed.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 14%

    Other Reviews…..
    Firework flint, lemon oil and yellow peach cheeks. Grapefruit sorbet and cold butter log. Almond milk creaminess with a deft handling of oak on the palate. Cumin, powdered ginger and white pepper. This delivers the charitable dimensions of chardonnay with a breeze of gently rolling acidity and brilliance of a chiselled precious stone. Peach cream and baked meringue on the finish. Drinking beautifully and will age further. Wonderful to see the confidence and precision from a new player. Very exciting. Drink by 2028.
    96 points
    Shanteh Wale – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    Cappelletti Aperitivo Mazzura (750ml)
    ITALY
    $39. 99
    Bottle
    $479.88 Dozen
    ABV: 17%

    Antica Erboristeria Cappelletti was established in 1906 in the historic Piazza Fiera in the center of Trento. Today they're located 20 km south of Trento in Aldeno, surrounded by vineyards and apple orchards. As the name would suggest, the firm was and remains focused on products made from traditional herbs, roots and flowers. They achieved fame in the region for their amari and aperitivi, including the classic red bitter Aperitivo Cappelletti. All production is done in house by the fourth generation of the family, Luigi and Maddalena Cappelletti.

    This ruby-red aperitif includes botanicals sourced from the Dolomite hills and valleys in Italy's Triveneto region, the birthplace of the Spritz. Mazzura's colour comes from a unique blend of flowers and fruits that is entirely natural. Its aromas conjure red apples, cinnamon and bitter notes of gentian and citrus peel, while the flavour features subtle herbal accents, like fresh thyme and rosemary plus a tang of citrus and a pleasing bitterness. Enjoy over ice with a splash of soda, or try it in a Negroni or Boulevardier or Spritz. 17% Alc./Vol. Vegan friendly.

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    Foursquare Magisterium Exceptional Cask Selection Mark XXVI 16 Year Old Full Proof Single Blended Rum (700ml)
    BARBADOS
    $250. 00
    Bottle
    $3000.00 Dozen
    ABV: 58%

    "Richard Seale has done it again. Magisterium is such a fun rum that carves its own path, even after 26 specialized releases in the ECS series."

    Marque number XXVI (26) in the Exceptional Cask Series is the curiously named 'Magisterium', a blend of three 16-year-old single blended rums distilled in two stills: a Double-Retort Pot Still and a Continuous Twin Column Coffey Still. Out of the three rums, two were double-matured. One spent three years aging in ex-bourbon casks and 13 years in ex-oloroso sherry barrels; another spent nine years in ex-bourbon casks and seven years in ex-oloroso sherry. The third component was matured exclusively in ex-bourbon barrels for 16 years. That makes it the first heavily sherried expression since the ECS Sovereignty, widely regarded as a series favourite. The make up should appeal equally to lovers of dark, brooding cask strength single malts, as much as Foursquare fans. The final rum is bottled at 58% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... The rum is 16 years old and it does have a very pronounced oak notes initially. There is a sweetness that mingles nicely alongside the bitter oak char. Which prevents either element from unbalancing the mix. Beneath this we have an array of rich dark fruits – almost like a Black Forest Gateaux filling. The rum is more intense and less sweet than the nose suggested. The mid palate takes on an intense oak and dry astringency. Lifted by notes of dark chocolate and those dark fruits. There are hints of leather and a little shoe polish from time to time. The finish on Foursquare Magisterium is quite dry and again exhibits a fair amount of oak. It is long and very satisfying with a very lip smacking flavour! This is a another great entry into the Exceptional Cask Series. I have really enjoyed re-acquainting myself with a Foursquare rum as I haven’t had one for a while. Still producing really good stuff and still upping the ante in terms of tropical ageing. - thefatrumpirate.com

    ...Richard Seale has done it again. Magisterium is such a fun rum that carves its own path, even after 26 specialized releases in the ECS series. If you liked Sovereignty, this release is certainly worth a look. - memphisrum.club/

    Lawrenny Homestead Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $154. 99
    Bottle
    $1859.88 Dozen
    ABV: 41.5%

    Notes from the producers... Homestead is a delicate union of American and French Oak layered over our spirit's bounty of tropical fruit notes. A triple cask matured release where maturation has occurred across a combination of ex bourbon, port and sherry barrels combining to deliver a unique single malt whisky. Homestead invites you in with a nose reminiscent of fresh rain and blooming florals. The palate is structured and nuanced as white peaches give way to banoffee and candied ginger. Smoked almonds drizzled in golden syrup complete the long, smooth finish. 41.5% Alc./Vol.

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    2024 Mesh Riesling
    Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 11.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Searing lime, lemon and Granny Smith apple fruits sculptured by crisp steely acidity.

    Mesh is a joint venture between two of Australia’s leading exponents of Riesling, Clare Valley’s Jeffrey Grosset and Eden Valley’s Robert Hill-Smith.
    Brilliant water like core with highlights of green around the edges. Intense lime, citrus and orange rind aromas leap from the glass followed by some distinct talc, green apple and chalky mineral notes. Searing lime, lemon and Granny Smith apple fruits carry a tense feel, sculptured by crisp steely acidity. Also making an appearance are notions of orange rind and flinty mineral elements. Finishes very dry, snappy and focused.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 11.5%

    Other Reviews….
    Light straw in the glass with bright aromas of freshly squeezed lime, green apple and grapefruit with hints of Christmas lily, frangipani, crushed stone, almond paste, makrut lime, lemongrass and lime zest. Dry and stony-savoury in its palate travel with minerally energy to burn and a real vitality and precision to its passage. Finishes long and limey. Drink by 2038.
    95 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2022 Forest Hill Vineyard Shiraz
    Mount Barker, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Concentrated, deep and powerful with a ripe, slightly chewy mouth feel.

    Midnight black dark red core with a dark red hue. Spicy black cherry and liquorice aromas are intermeshed with vanillin cedar, smoked meats and peppered earth notes. Medium to full in body, the refined palate is laden with rich black cherry and liquorice fruits which morph into a spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered meat back drop. Concentrated, deep and powerful it has a ripe, slightly chewy mouth feel and firm sturdy tannin structure. Finishes long, juicy and robust.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14%

    Other Reviews….
    From a blend of estate sites, including Block 9 planted in 1985. Its deep colour introduces a shiraz with an almost endless array of fragrant blackberry fruits, licorice, plum and spices – and exceptional value. Drink by 2042.
    96 Points
    James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion

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    2022 Leeuwin Estate Prelude Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
    Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A generously endowed mid weighted Cabernet with a refined feel and elegant finish.

    Midnight black dark red in colour with a deep dark red hue. Sailing from the glass are delightful red to black currant and mulberry scents followed by some subtle dusty cedar, tobacco, black olive and bay leaf notes. Mid weighted, the palate is generously endowed with red to black currant and mulberry fruits which are complimented by some tobacco, dusty vanillin cedar and subtle infusions of bay leaf. Refined in its feel, it has a stylish yet rendered tannin structure and an elegant finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

    Other Reviews.....
    Just lovely Margaret River cabernet aromas and flavours abound. Textbook stuff, quality wine with the fruit infused with cedary, spicy oak, menthol, a hint of chocolate and bay leaves. It’s flavoursome, fuller bodied but not at all heavy, with an abundance of ripe, supple tannins and fine acidity. All things considered, including the price, this is a steal. Drink by 2036.
    95 points
    Jane Faulkner - James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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    2023 Millebuis Bourgogne Cote Chalonnaise Chardonnay
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $42. 99
    Bottle
    $515.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    A nicely rounded mid weighted Chardonnay.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Elevated aromas of peach, pear and crème brulee are trailed by some biscuity nougat and spice notes. Nicely rounded texturally, fleshy white peach and pear fruits are cast across the mid weighted palate with some biscuity nougat, dried honey and wet stone elements the undercard. The dry, fresh, medium length finish showing a dash of minerality.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2023 Mac Forbes Yarra Junction Pinot Noir - Last Stocks
    Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    Reduced from $54.99
    $49. 99
    Bottle
    $599.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A light, pretty Pinot that finishes long, elegant and fresh.

    Dark red core with black toned edges and a red purple tinged hue. Perfumed aromas of violets and rose petals mix with red to dark cherry, strawberry and anise. Some fresh herb, subtle forest floor and spice notes also chime in. Delicious red cherry and winter strawberry fruits decorate what is a light, pretty palate with infusions of fresh herbs, subtle anise and forest floor lying underneath. Gently supple in its feel, it has polished tannins and finishes long, elegant and fresh.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews….
    From a single vineyard planted in 1995. Made with 10–20% whole bunches and three to four weeks on skins before being pressed to seasoned barriques for 11 months. A bright ruby red. A core of red and black fruits laced with blood orange and a little spice. You barely notice the whole bunches. Really fresh and brightly structured on the palate. This will be a cracking wine in another six or so months. Drink by 2032.
    96 Points
    Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine companion

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    Glenmorangie The Infinita 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    "An understated essay in excellence..." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2025-26

    What was the 'Extremely Rare 18 year old' is now titled 'Infinita 18 Year Old', with packaging updated to a vibrant blue gift box with copper accents. The expression is said to be a favourite of Glenmorangie's Director of Whisky Creation, Dr Bill Lumsden. He says: “For me, Glenmorangie Infinita encapsulates every element of our house style in perfect harmony and is our most deliciously complex creation. There are aromas of honey, vanilla, narcissus and jasmine, and tastes of figs, dates, nuts, gentle spices and more. Fans of Glenmorangie 18 Years Old can rest assured that our wondrous whisky is unchanged. I’m sure they’ll agree that, as its new name suggests, Glenmorangie Infinita is deliciousness without end.” The whisky retains its flavour profile from Glenmorangie's characteristic distillation process and maturation in ex-bourbon and ex-oloroso sherry casks. 43% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... This marriage of bourbon and oloroso sherry casks on Glenmorangie’s revamped 18 year old has created a delightful nose of heather honey, toasted oak, citrus peel, candied ginger, mandarin orange flan, lemon zest, icing sugar, and floral notes. Polished and elegant on the taste buds, with honeyed fruits, peach, mandarin, pepper, clove, and orange cake, with little licks of smoke, sultana, oak, and Olde English marmalade on the lengthy finish. 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...extra time has changed things more than a little: The nose is richly earthy and laden with umami notes, almost leathery and vegetal rather than clearly herbal or grassy. A light furniture polish note adds a level of austerity to the experience. The palate at last sweetens things up, its baked apple character mixing with toasted almonds and crushed graham crackers, making for a chewy cobbler experience. A gentle beefiness endures here, some of that rye-driven greenery evoking rosemary and thyme. But watch carefully for a final burst of strawberries on the conclusion, along with a touch of saffron, which perk this rather savory experience up enough to keep things lively. - drinkhacker.com

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    Wakaze 'The Classic' Junmai Sake (720ml)
    Yamagata, JAPAN
    $76. 99
    Bottle
    $923.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Screw Cap

    Wakaze blends tradition and innovation, crafting sake with a uniquely global perspective. Their 'Classic' Japan is brewed in Yamagata to the same specifications as its Parisian counterpart, using table rice with a minimal polishing rate (90%) and White Koji mould for a touch of sweetness and bright acidity. The result is a creamy, umami-rich sake that reflects Wakaze’s modern approach.

    Tasting note: Pale lemon in the glass with a faint cloudy haze. Aromatically the nose leans savoury, opening with dried mushroom, rice bran, and yoghurt, with subtle dried fruit lurking beneath. Given time and with some warmth the fresh green fruit begins to emerge. The palate takes a more familiar approach, offering richer notes of earthy rice, cream, and candied ginger, complemented by hints of green melon, pawpaw, and white strawberry. A touch of sweetness on the finish adds balance, preventing the savoury elements from dominating. You could serve this at various points in the meal as it would compliment starters like tempura prawns or vegetables, or later alongside warm meat dishes.
    Serve chilled or at room temperature.
    Alc 13%
    Rice Polishing: 90%

    2022 Domaine Billaud-Simon Bougros Chablis Grand Cru
    Chablis, FRANCE
    $280. 00
    Bottle
    $3360.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Be aware that Bailly noted that to this point the Bougros had only seen contact with stainless steel though it's possible he may rack it into barrel for a few months before it's bottled. A cool and reserved nose grudgingly offers up a combination of pronounced smoky mineral reduction, quinine and ocean breeze. The powerful, concentrated and muscular big-bodied flavors possess a lovely sense of underlying tension that also suffuses the crisp, very dry and beautifully long finish. This isn't refined, indeed it's borderline rustic but then again, elegance isn't why one buys Bougros. Drink through 2031+.
    92-94 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    The Bougros is made from purchased grapes. All in tank so far but will probably have a spell in barrel, to remove the minor reduction. A luminous lemon and lime colour. Actually, the reduction on the nose is minimal, though there are some interesting grenadine notes on the palate which is otherwise not too exuberant. Citrus zest infuses the back of the palate. Drink from 2028-2034.
    91-94 points
    Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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    2022 Domaine Billaud-Simon Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru
    Chablis, FRANCE
    $310. 00
    Bottle
    $3720.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Very generous wood frames overtly exotic-suffused nose of mineral reduction, white peach, apricot, pretty floral and ample spice wisps. There is excellent punch to the refined middleweight flavors that exude a subtle minerality on the lingering, firm and built-to-age finale. This too needs to develop more depth so more cellaring is in order plus it should help to better integrate the wood as this is pretty oaky today. Drink through 2030+.
    92 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    Lemony colour. A touch of the wet wool reduction, more usual on a wine with greater age, but not in itself suggesting evolution. This wet wool aromatic is really just a sulphur compound, I believe. Then very spicy behind with a raft of white fruit energy and good acidity. Hangs on in well, plenty of latent concentration, just closed at the moment. Drink from 2028-2038.
    94 points
    Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

    Sunny, warm, toasty and plenty of acidity. A grand cru with power yet retains plenty of finesse and purity. Partly matured in barrel, the oak is certainly evident, although Olivier Bailly says the wood will virtually disappear after a year in bottle. Drink 2025-2032.
    93 points
    Andy Howard MW - Decanter

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    2021 Water Wheel Five Rounds Baringhup Shiraz
    Bendigo, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $22. 99
    Bottle
    $275.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 14.7%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A rich, robust Shiraz swamped with black fruit and charry vanillin oak flavours.

    Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Heady ripe blackberry, liquorice and black cherry aromas fill the nostrils overlaid by some toasty vanillin oak and peppered earth notes. Rich, concentrated and liqueur like in its texture, the weighty palate is swamped with black cherry, liquorice and charry vanillin oak flavours. Some scorched earth and pepper elements lie underneath. Opulent and chewy in its feel, it has a muscular tannin structure and robust finish.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 14.7%

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    2023 Sons of Eden Marschall Shiraz
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $21. 99
    Bottle
    $263.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2024-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Sons of Eden have been at the forefront of a new wave of Barossa winemakers revitalising the regions wine styles. Whilst some have pushed the barrier a little too far, overshooting the mark in their pursuit of elegance and freshness at the sacrifice of Barossa’s trademark richness, these boys regularly hit the bullseye. Right through their range of reds they are a model of consistency combining Barossa’s famed rich fruit with supple textures, a delicious savouriness and a fresh feel, never losing sight of what Barossa does best – produce rich, opulent full bodied reds.

    Rich, seductive and deeply fruited with a plush feel.

    The Marschall Family vineyards are located in the Tanunda and Ebenezer districts of the Barossa Valley with vines aged between 25 to 55 years old. Maturation takes place in a mix of new and seasoned oak hogsheads for a period of 14 months.
    Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of liquorice and dark plum engulf the nostrils with hints of ripe blueberry, vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth notes also chiming in. Rich, succulent and fleshy, dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and blueberry fruits carry a plush feel across the seductive palate. Fennel, spicy vanillin cedar and peppered earth characters sit in the background. Showing ample power it has velvet smooth tannins and a sleek feel. Long, deeply fruited, pepper laced finish.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    2019 Corryton Burge Martha Mae Pinot Noir Chardonnay
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $37. 99
    Bottle
    $455.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 12%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    A crisp, nervy Sparkling that has a tense feel.

    Matured on lees for 4 years. A well proportioned mousse forms atop a very pale straw coloured base that has subtle flashes of pale gold to the edges. Steady, fine bead with aromas of pear, baked bread and yeast lees intermeshed with some brioche, citrus and delicate chalk notes. Crisp, nervy palate with citrus and green pear fruits framed by tense, sculptured acidity. Some toast, green apple and yeast lees elements unwind across the back half. Dry, chalky finish with a racy, tightly knit feel.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 12%

    Other Reviews….
    Pale straw in the glass with an energetic bead and mousse. Aromas and flavours of green apple and citrus fruits with hints of freshly baked brioche, grilled nuts, crème fraîche, soft spice, nougat, white flowers and stone. Dry, clean and long with a lemony burst of acidity as the wine trails off. Drink by 2034.
    93 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    • Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
    2020 Five Geese Shiraz
    McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich and succulent with ripe chewy tannins and a lush finish.

    Dense inky black heart with a dark brick red hue. Pronounced liquorice and dark plum aromas intermingle with vanillin oak, fennel, scorched earth and blackpepper notes. Rich succulent liquorice and dark plum fruits overlay a vanillin oak, scorched earth and peppered fennel back drop. Ripe chewy tannins with a lush medium to long finish.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    2021 Eldorado Road Onyx Durif
    Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2029-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Lush black fruits framed by vibrant acidity and a robust tannin structure.

    Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Pronounced black plum, liquorice and ripe morello cherry scents are followed by some smoky dried herb and spicy vanillin cedar notes. Lush morello cherry, liquorice and black plum fruits are framed by vibrant acidity and a robust tannin structure. Spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and stewed fruit elements the undercard. Dry, tense mid length finish.
    Cellar 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    • Australian Exclusive
    2008 Single Malts of Scotland Glen Elgin 13 Year Old Australian Exclusive Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $169. 99
    Bottle
    $2039.88 Dozen
    ABV: 56.5%

    A more quintessential Glen Elgin would be hard to find.

    The official importer of The Single Malts of Scotland range has landed another very desirable Australian Exclusive. 260 bottles of this underdog malt from Fogwatt in Speyside are on offer. Revered by blenders, Glen Elgin's forte is its fruitiness - and the best examples are not just fruity, they're lush. Clear wort, a long fermentation time and slow distillation help shape its signature profile. Condensing then takes place in worm tubs adding body and complexity (it remains one of only a handful of distilleries that still uses worm tubs). Official bottlings are a rare sight these days with only a 12YO in production as part of Diageo's Hidden Malt range. In this Bourbon matured expression, the nose speaks of honey drizzled cereals and ripe cantaloupe. The oily delivery is gorgeously textural, thick, fruity and long with ripe pears and poached apples balanced by a flash of tangerine zest and a gentle tannic grip. There is a strong semblance to high class Linkwood, Cragganmore or even some Clynelish in its delicious, almost tropical fruitiness and threads of beeswax. If you've never tasted this style of malt, here's a perfect place to start. A more quintessential Glen Elgin would be hard to find. 56.5% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Notes from the importers... Nose: Pear drops, waxy apple skins, paraffin candles, cinnamon sticks and creme brulee coalesce in a portrait of apple strudel dusted with icing sugar. Taste: Creamy and tropical, notes of juicy pineapple and strawberry cream combine with freshly baked apple pie and rich vanilla. Absolutely gorgeous! Finish: Juicy, creamy and light - medium length.

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    2023 Artisan Mark Sauvignon Blanc
    Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    An intensely flavoured Sauvignon Blanc that has a crisp, snappy feel.

    Brilliant water like colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts. Typically pungent nose with aromas of herbaceous gooseberry and passionfruit leaping out of the glass followed by some green apple and grassy asparagus like notes. Intensely flavoured and possessing a crisp, snappy feel, the scrumptious palate is awash with passionfruit, gooseberry, green apple, herbaceous grassy characters and minerals. Excellent textural volume with a long mouth watering finish.
    Drink over the next year.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Ambra Blood Orange Liqueur (500ml)
    South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $49. 99
    Bottle
    $599.88 Dozen
    ABV: 15%

    Boasting a balanced profile including gentian, licorice roots, mace and other local Australian botanicals, Ambra's Blood Orange liqueur is inspired by an Italian family recipe passed down through generations. The South Australian distillery has completed the formula using the finest locally-grown blood oranges. Try it as an aperitif mixed as a spritz with prosecco and soda or in your favourite Negroni. Gluten Free and vegan friendly. 15% Alc./Vol.

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    2023 Running with Bulls Albarino
    Barossa, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)
    ABV: 11.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A light, zippy white.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Aromas of lime and Granny Smith apple are intermeshed with hints of grapefruit and flinty mineral notes. Vibrantly crunchy in its feel, the palate features lime, green apple and grapefruit flavours over a flinty mineral back drop. Zippy acidity with a fresh, lively finish.
    Drink over the next year.
    Alc. 11.5%

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    2024 Airlie Bank Pinot Noir
    Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A delicious, supplely textured Pinot with a savoury medium to long finish.

    Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a light red hue. The nose offers up a fragrant bouquet of violets, cherries, strawberries and dried herbs which are followed by bramble, forest floor and spicy clove notes. Delicious cherry, strawberry and rhubarb flavours supplely kiss the palate mixing with dried herb, bramble and spice elements along the way. Polished tannins with a savoury medium to long finish.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Hendrick's Grand Cabaret Gin (700ml)
    SCOTLAND
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43.4%

    No.4 in Drinkhacker's Top 10 Gins of 2024.

    Other reviews... Hendrick’s Gin and its Cabinet of Curiosities line of special editions continues with this fifth release, Grand Cabaret, the first wandering of master distiller Lesley Gracie into the world of stone fruits as botanical ingredients. You won’t miss those stone fruits — they’re evident from the moment you pour the gin from the bottle. On the nose, bold notes of cherry and peaches are prominent, evoking fruit brandy more than any gin you might be imagining. Some blossom elements provide a slight break from the exuberant fruit notes, but they are comparably mild in relation to the bolder, juicy fruit quality. The palate holds no surprises: Slightly sweet, it’s a fruit bomb that again drops a torrent of peach, cherry, and some tropical elements on the imbiber. Florals are present mainly in the form of lilac and lavender, with orange and cherry blossom also in the mix. Juniper and the signature cucumber of standard Hendrick’s aren’t notable here until the finish emerges, where some gentle green herbaceousness finally shows its face. Still: Red fruit dominates, through and through. As gins go, this will be far afield from anything remotely familiar to most, but it’s certainly charming as a diversion and works very well in long drinks (think soda, cranberry juice, Prosecco, or ginger ale — or a combination of these). Whatever you do, don’t even think about using it in a martini. - drinkhacker.com

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    2023 Neudorf Tiritiri Chardonnay
    Nelson, NEW ZEALAND
    $33. 99
    Bottle
    $407.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A shapely mid weighted Chardonnay that finishes long and refined.

    Barrel fermented in medium toast French oak (10% new) then matured for 10 months on full lees with monthly stirring. Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish toned edges and a watery hue. Pronounced aromas of nectarine, white peach and a whiff of grapefruit are trailed by some biscuity oak, faint dried honey and smoky gun flint notes. Shapely white peach, nectarine and citrus fruits are layered across the mid weighted palate. Delicate dried honey, biscuity oak and infusions of gun flint ensue. Nicely integrated fresh acidity with a long, refined and well fleshed finish.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

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    2016 Louis Roederer Vintage Champagne
    Champagne, FRANCE
    Reduced from $160.00
    $145. 00
    Bottle
    $1740.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    Rich and creamy yet airy and agile in it’s feel, this a wonderfully complex Champagne.

    Fine pillowy mousse with a straw pale gold tinged base that’s threaded by a nibble stream of tiny bubbles. Wonderfully aromatic sniff with intense baked bread, yeast lees, pear and brioche scents engulfing the nostrils followed by some honeyed cashew, citrus and roasted almond notes. Rich and creamy yet airy and agile in it’s feel, the palate features mouth filling flavours of baked bread, pear and yeast lees with notions of honeyed cashew, citrus, almond and brioche characters extending across the back half. Crisp, mouth watering acidity with a dry, expansive finish.
    Drink over the 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews….
    Complex nose of restrained strawberries and lemon zest, with macerated flowers and shortbread. Full body and plenty of concentration, with pinprick mousse, long and chewy, integrated acidity and amazing length. Pinot noir and chardonnay. Drink or hold.
    96 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

    The 2016 Champagne Vintage Brut is the new release and is composed of 70% Pinot Noir from Verzy and the rest Chardonnay from Chouilly. A slightly richer golden straw hue, it has a floral bouquet on the nose and is a very pretty vintage of this wine aromatically. It’s sappy with lemon confit and is salty throughout the palate, revealing the weight of the Pinot Noir but retaining wonderful freshness. This lovely wine is going to take some time to open aromatically, but it’s going to be worth the wait. Drink it over the coming 15 years. It’s a going to be a stunning wine for pairings. 7 gram per liter dosage in this wine and in the collection. Drink 2024-2040.
    95 Points
    Audrey Frick – JebDunnuck.com

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    2023 Bartolo Mascarello Dolcetto D'Alba
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    With heat spikes exceeding 40 degrees Celsius after the 15th of August, this was not an easy year. Some grape skins suffered from sunburn, and the year saw below average rain and no snow in the mountains. The Bartolo Mascarello 2023 Dolcetto d'Alba required strict fruit selection executed by hand, cluster to cluster. The important factor was removing the berries with burnt skins across the varieties they work with. Nebbiolo yields were down 25% to 30% in 2023 as a result. Aged in oak for nine months, this wine offers dark fruit, raisin and baked plum aromas. It finishes on the short side because the skin-to-pulp ratio leans to more pulp in this vintage. You also get nicely balanced acidity in this medium-plus wine. In terms of Dolcetto, this wine speaks with a quieter voice, which ultimately makes for a nice surprise. Drink 2025-2028.
    91 points
    Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

    The 2023 Dolcetto d'Alba is an absolute joy. Floral, medium in body and nervy, the 2023 is a super-classic wine that reminds me of Dolcettos from another time, but it has the fruit purity that is typical of the best Piedmont wines today. Readers will find a wine of understatement and class. Drink 2024-2029.
    91 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    The 2023 Dolcetto d'Alba is a jewel-like magenta color and is lifted and fresh on the nose with highlights of red fruit accenting the pretty floral and darker berry notes of the Dolcetto, along with notes of fresh purple flowers, ripe berries, and wet stones. The palate offers brilliant intensity, complemented by electric acidity, ripe fruit, and a snappy, crunchy feel that persists through the finish. It offers a good deal of nervous energy at this early stage and will benefit from another 6-12 months in the bottle, although it should retain its poppy freshness for a considerable amount of time. Drink 2025-2035.
    92+ points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

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    2020 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $499. 00
    Bottle
    $5988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    This wine is on the market now. The Bartolo Mascarello 2020 Barolo represents a blend of fruit from five sites for the first time, Maria Teresa Mascarello tells me excitedly. The classic blend of the recent past saw fruit from Rue and Cannubi in Barolo and Rocche dell’Annunziata in La Morra. San Lorenzo, if only with fruit from a mere 3,000 square meters of seven-year-old vines, returns to the blend with this vintage. The wine also has fruit from Monrobio di Bussia from 4,000 square meters of leased vineyards. (Monrobio di Bussia took the place of San Lorenzo from the 2015 to the 2019 vintages). The Rue vineyard measures 4,000 square meters and has 35-year-old plants. Rocche dell’Annunziata measures 1.3 hectares, and its vines range from 35 to 40 years old. The oldest vines in Cannubi reach 70 years in age, but replanting over the years has introduced 15-, 20- and 25-year-old plants. The site measures one hectare and makes up about one-third of this wine (with fruit sourced from across a total of 3.3 hectares). Rocche dell’Annunziata also makes up one-third of the blend.
    Fermentation times were long in 2020, lasting 55 days, with 42 days of submerged cap. This process allows the aromas and flavors to develop slowly and with added nuance. The vintage is considered hot; however, 2020 saw a "different kind of heat," Maria Teresa Mascarello tells me. Much-needed water reserves remained intact from winter and spring that saw snow and rain. "There was more disease pressure in 2020, but it wasn't too bad; and the wines show full-bodied ripeness," she says. This vintage was bottled in summer 2024. The wine reveals a soft side, with supple tannins, dark cherry fruit, dried herb, tea leaf and a hint of wild mint. The bouquet is open and does not hold back, especially in terms of its fruit-forward appeal. It feels linear and sharp on the palate, with balanced acidity that keeps it bright. Drink 2026-2050.
    96 points
    Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

    The 2020 Barolo is classy, elegant and polished, just as it was last year. Crushed flowers, sage, citrus mint, spice, cedar and pipe tobacco give this ethereal, nuanced Barolo notable aromatic presence. All the elements are very nicely balanced. This is an especially ethereal Barolo from Maria Teresa Mascarello. Nervy tannins lend verve throughout. It will be interesting to see how this ages. Drink 2028-2040.
    94 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    This vintage is extremely floral, offering restrained violets, linden tree, camphor and balsamic tones and fresh redcurrants. On the full-bodied palate there is great licorice-stick flavor with refreshing, lifted acidity and firm, velvety tannins that are savory and ripe. Bright expression of Barolo, full of detail, more elegant than powerful. Drinkable now, but best after 5 years.
    97 points
    James Suckling

    The 2020 Barolo is a transparent red hue and offers an approachable Grenache-like ease on the nose that is quite pretty and fruity with aromas of candied strawberries, hints of purple flowers, herbes de Provence, and sweet earth. The palate is savory and more classic in its structure, with refined yet well-defined tannins, refreshing, bright acidity, and driving notes of orange peel, apricot pit, and salty earth through an elegant and long finish. As is always the case, it is sourced from the four crus of Cannubi, Rocche dell’Annunziata, San Lorenzo, and Rue. While it feels approachable now, with a charming, juicy feel upfront, it should have a wide window for enjoyment and solid longevity over the coming two decades. Drink 2025-2045.
    96 points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

    In the blend of Maria Teresa Mascarello's Barolo 2020, the replanted San Lorenzo vineyard makes a comeback, with a small portion of young-vine fruit. It was harvested on 2 October, while the rest (from Rocche dell'Annunziata and Cannubi) was picked from 4-8 October, after the rain. The result is a wine with a backdrop of very fresh redcurranty fruits, violets, deep spices including liquorice root, as well as hints of linden, almost camphor, and wild strawberry. A defined expression demonstrating a lot of maturity and savouriness. Drink 2024-2040.
    97 points
    Aldo Fiordelli - Decanter

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    2022 Hunter-Gatherer Heathcote Shiraz
    Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Based in the Macedon ranges, winemaker, Brian Martin also sources exceptional parcels of fruit from top growers in nearby Heathcote. This Shiraz comes from the Chinamen's Bend vineyard in Tooborac with aging taking place in a mix of new and seasoned French oak for a period of 18 months.

    An opulently fruited yet muscular Heathcote Shiraz that delivers great value.

    Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Ripe black cherry and liquorice aromas rise through the olfactory senses followed by flashes of blueberry, vanillin cedar and peppered earth notes. Full in body the palate is awash with succulent black cherry, liquorice and blackberry fruit with spicy vanillin cedar, blueberry and peppered earth elements in the background. Boasting superb intensity, depth and power, a sturdy tannin structure imparts a robust feel onto the long, fresh and deeply fruited finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14%

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    2023 Sidewood Chardonnay
    Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Other Reviews.....
    An easy-drinking version of the variety, with glossy nectarine, peach and apricot stone fruit characters, a squeeze of lime, a touch of hay and straw, some gentle spice notes meshed in. It's more or less one note, but does well at it.
    88 Points
    Mike Bennie - James Halliday Wine Companion

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