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2013 Compagnie des Indes (D.D.L. Distillery) 9 Year Old Single Cask Cask Strength Guyana Rum (700ml)GUYANA$199. 99Bottle$2399.88 DozenABV: 57.6%Sourced from the Diamond Distillery and distilled in the legendary Port Mourant wooden pot still. The expressive nose features heady notes of overripe tropical fruits, mango and papaya, becoming creamier after air contact. Quirky in its combination of banana bread, mango chutney, Indian spices and drying oak, lingering with fresh fruit cake, unaged grappa and warm, bittersweet sensations. An agricole-like wildness to this. Ticks many boxes if highly distinctive, all-natural Caribbean rum is your thing. 57.6% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. 290 bottles produced. Tasted from a 30ml sample.
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2024 Amelia Park ChardonnayMargaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$29. 99Bottle$359.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinRich, full and creamy textured with a fresh line of acidity lending balance to the long enveloping finish.
Brilliant pale straw colour with subtle highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Aromas of white peach, dried honey and cashew mix with hints of nectarine, nougat and spice. Rich, full and creamy textured, the palate is filled with peach, ripe nectarine, fig, dried honey and cashew flavours with some spicy nougat elements lingering underneath. A fresh line of acidity lends balance to the long enveloping finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
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2024 Common Molly Single Vineyard GrenacheBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$26. 99Bottle$323.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinRich and plump with a luscious and slightly jammy finish.
Dark red black tinged colour with a dark red hue. Black raspberry, spicy ripe plum jam and morello cherry aromas flood the nostrils with some liquorice, earth and cinnamon notes also evident. Rich and plump with sweet black raspberry, liquorice and morello cherry flavours delivered with ample concentration. Plum jam and spicy earth characters lie underneath. Velvet like tannins finishing long, luscious and slightly jammy.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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2024 The Gathering ShirazVictoria, AUSTRALIA$19. 99Bottle$239.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinMid weighted with a short finish dominated by toasty vanillin oak.
Fruit was sourced from Heathcote and Bendigo. Midnight black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Pronounced liquorice, ripe black cherry and blackberry aromas engulf the nostrils followed by some toasty vanillin oak and peppered earth notes. On the mid weighted palate liquorice and black cherry fruits are quickly overwhelmed by a prominent toasty vanillin oak component. Some peppered earth elements also chime in. Fine grained tannins with a short finish dominated by toasty vanillin oak.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2021 Chateau Tanunda 50 Year Old Vines ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)ABV: 14.9%Closure: CorkRich, dense and opulent with an extravagantly long finish.
Aged for 20 months in French oak. Dense inky black in colour with a deep dark red black hue. Wafting through the nostrils are heady scents of ripe blackberry, liquorice and black cherry complimented by smoky vanillin oak, hints of mocha, fennel and blackpepper. Rich, dense and opulent, the full blown palate is completely swamped with lush black cherry, liquorice and blackberry fruits. Smoky vanillin cedar, earthy fennel and blackpepper elements extend across the back half. Super intense and thick, it boasts magnificent power and features ripe, slightly chewy tannins. Extravagantly long finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.9%Other Reviews…..
A similar method of winemaking as to the 2020, culminating in two years maturing in a mix of new and older French oak. The fruit is, again, from Marananga, Light’s Pass and Bethany. The colour here is an opaque black/maroon. The nose has aromas of aniseed, florals, blackcurrants, chocolate and earth all swirling around. Leather, cloves and soy as well. This is rich, powerful and concentrated with good length through to sleek tannins. The palate sees notes of coffee beans and mocha emerging too. A seriously good Barossa red, with ten to twenty years ahead of it. Drink 2034-2044.
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2020 Conde Valdemar CrianzaRioja, SPAIN$27. 99Bottle$335.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinA fleshy medium weight Tempranillo blend with chewy tannins and a ripe, juicy finish.
A blend of 82% Tempranillo, 11% Mazuelo, 4% Graciano and 3% Maturana matured for 18 months in American oak barrels. Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Sweet black raspberry and liquorice aromas mix with vanillin earth and spice notes. Making a fleshy medium weight entrance onto the palate are rich black cherry and black raspberry fruits which overlay a vanillin spice, liquorice and earth back drop. Chewy tannins with a ripe, juicy mid length conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14%Other Reviews…..
A juicy and well-balanced Rioja with spiced plums and a touch of chocolate. Slightly light but crunchy, with a medium body and a juicy, medium-long finish extended by creamy wood spices. A nice, friendly Rioja crianza. Drink now.
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2022 Principia Pinot NoirMornington Peninsula, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$44. 99Bottle$539.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)ABV: 13.6%Closure: StelvinRich and powerful yet simultaneously light and fresh with a long savoury red fruited finish.
Matured in French oak for approximately 15 months. Dark red core with a light red to red hue. Fragrant violet, red to dark cherry, winter strawberry and rhubarb scents are trailed by forest floor, dried herb and spicy cedar notes. Rich and powerful yet simultaneously light and fresh, delicious red to dark cherry, strawberry and rhubarb fruits adorn the palate. Lending further complexity are notions of forest floor, infusions of fresh herbs and spicy cedar. Fine grained, neatly integrated tannins with a long savoury red fruited finish that has an elegant feel to it.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
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2000 Signatory Vintage Braeval 23 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND$330. 00Bottle$3960.00 DozenABV: 60.4%We've only managed to secure a small number of Braevals in the past, so we jumped on this well-aged expression as soon as we saw it. Located in the far south of the Speyside region, Braeval shares the honour of being the joint highest distillery in Scotland, along with Dalwhinnie. The house style is unpeated, light and floral. This is one of 603 bottles released under Signatory's Cask Strength label, charged from a refill Oloroso Sherry butt, distilled in 2000 and bottled in 2023 without chill filtration. 60.4% Alc./Vol.
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2019 Domaine Thibert En Chailloux Macon-PrisseBurgundy, FRANCE$59. 99Bottle$719.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)ABV: 13%Closure: CorkGorgeously shaped with a finish that’s long, refined and fresh.
Brilliant pale straw colour with gleaming green tinged edges and a watery hue. Expressive pear and lime aromas laced with wet slate emanate from the glass followed by some dried honey, oyster shell and mineral like notes. Caressing the palate with a slippery textural feel are delicious pear and lime fruits. Lending further nuance across the back half are notions of dried honey, wet stone and an oyster shell like minerality. Gorgeously shaped with a river stone like feel it finishes long, refined and fresh.
Drink over the next 3-4 years
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2024 Ironcloud The Alliance ChardonnayFerguson Valley, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$34. 99Bottle$419.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)ABV: 13.8%Closure: StelvinBeautifully fleshed, concentrated and mouth filling.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. The nose features aromas of nectarine, grapefruit, biscuity oak, roasted almond and gun flint. Beautifully fleshed and concentrated, mouth filling flavours of white peach, nectarine, subtle dried honey and roasted almonds engulf the palate. Rich, full and creamy textured yet fresh it has nuances of citrusy nougat and gun flint lying underneath. Superb drive with a long voluminous finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
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2023 Future Perfect Upper Derwent Valley ChardonnayTasmania, AUSTRALIA$42. 99Bottle$515.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)ABV: 12.2%Closure: Diam CorkFresh and energetic with an elegant mid length finish.
Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Nectarine and pear aromas evolve out of the glass followed by some biscuity oak, faint dried honey and spice notes. Vibrant nectarine and citrus fruits meld into a lime and stony mineral back drop. Fresh, energetic feel with an elegant mid length finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.2%Other Reviews……
Kinvarra Vineyard. Upper Derwent Valley. Full malo with a mix of new and old oak.
A salty kind of umami expression of Chardonnay offering white fruit, green olive, mint, pistachio and lemon rind. It’s nutty, a little glossy and buttery but has a tight core of grapefruit acidity, chalky texture, and a finish of excellent length and juicy citrus bite. There’s some electricity to this wine, if you take my meaning. It’s very good. Drink 2025-2030+
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Itinerant Spirits Vansetter Coffee Liqueur (700ml)Ballarat, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$64. 99Bottle$779.88 DozenABV: 20%Itinerant Spirits teamed up with local roasters, Karon Farm Coffee to create this "built for cocktails" liqueur that uses Vansetter Vodka as a base with added Panela sugar and orange peel. The opening aromas have an earthy, bitter dark chocolate quality, softened by air contact, accenting roasted coffee beans and liquorice bullets. Silky on entry, espresso and cocoa flavours bring a natural bittersweetness as well as a sense of elegance; The finish is pleasantly drying without compromising length or authentic coffee character. On its own, it's a breezy, relaxed alternative to more saccharine styles and our first choice for Espresso Martinis. 20% Alc./Vol. Batch 0001 tasted.
Notes from the producers... Chocolate, caramel and coffee with a hint of orange.
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2011 Compagnie des Indes (Darsa Distillery) 12 Year Old Single Cask Guatemala Rum (700ml)GUATEMALA$179. 99Bottle$2159.88 DozenABV: 43%Distilled from molasses in 2011 at Darsa Distillery (Destiladora de Alcoholes y Rones Sociedad Anónima). A shy nose is compensated by good power and balance on the palate; Plantain and raw sugar flavours, a grassy freshness and suggestions of iced coffee and milk chocolate through the aftertaste. Besides its naturalness and effortless delivery, this has a concentration punching above its ABV. 352 bottles produced. 43%.Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 30ml sample.
- The Famous Grouse 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)Perth, SCOTLAND$450. 00Bottle$5400.00 DozenABV: 43%
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Debuting in the 1980s, these long discontinued bottlings of the Famous Grouse were the real deal, with a good proportion of well-aged Macallan making it into the mix. As you can imagine, the quality of the whisky was high, and reportedly, mostly drawn from x sherry casks. It was also an expensive blended malt to maintain, hence production ceased around the time of this edition in 2007. The contents are matched by a luxurious presentation. 43% Alc./Vol. - Auchentoshan Solera Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Lowlands, SCOTLAND$250. 00Bottle$3000.00 DozenABV: 48%
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Finished in legendary Pedro Ximenez casks, this is the darkest Auchentosan we've ever seen. It's said to be one very tasty Lowlander, very chocolatey, with almonds, Toblerone bar and orange chocolate flavours. Bottled at 48% Alc./Vol. with zero chill filtration.
Other reviews... A wonderful Auchentoshan sherry with a perfectly matched strength. Intense, deeply rich, harmonious, bright, but not at all like the standard profile of the distillery. However, I am sure that with such great sherry casks not only in the Lowland but also in the Speyside region, any unpeated whisky will have the same stunning sherry profile without any hints of the signature character. At times it seems that many years old natural Oloroso casks were used here, and not PX, this profile is so similar to that one. Noble Oak was chosen for the pairing precisely because it used Oloroso casks. The sherry part of the Noble Oak profile is also very good, but not as bright and powerful as Solera. But it does not suppress the aromas of the distillate typical of Auchentoshan, in particular, fresh, vegetal, spicy, woody and mineral notes. This adds a few more layers, making the Noble Oak profile significantly more diverse. It may be strange, but I like both of these releases equally, despite their cardinal differences. - whiskybase.com - Glenmorangie Four Expressions Single Malt Scotch Whisky Gift Pack (4 x 100ml bottles)Highlands, SCOTLAND$149. 99Bottle$1799.88 Dozen
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Discover why Glenmorangie is one of world's best selling Single Malt Scotch Whiskies in this handsome tasting pack. It includes one 100ml bottle of each of the following: Glenmorangie Original 10 Year old, Lasanta Sherry Cask, Quinta Ruban Port Cask and the Nectar d'Or Sauternes Cask. -
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2010 Compagnie des Indes (Secret Distillery) 10 Year Old Single Cask Fiji Rum (700ml)FIJI$159. 99Bottle$1919.88 DozenABV: 44%In the mainstream of molasses-based column-distilled styles; light to medium weight, almost malt-whisky-like in its aromas of ripe banana and dried fruits extending to the palate with subtle, semi-sweet flavours of dried pineapple, guava and banana; Hints of elderflower and cut grass bring balance before baking spices and banana peel rebound. Easy drinking. 44% Alc./vol. 409 bottles produced. Tasted from a 30ml sample.
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2018 All Saints Estate Shiraz DurifRutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$24. 99Bottle$299.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 14.9%Closure: StelvinA Rutherglen blend that’s bold, rich and thick.
Matured for 48 months in a mix of 90% French and 10% American oak of which 30% was new. Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Intense ripe morello cherry, black cherry and liquorice aromas mix with vanillin oak, scorched earth, pepper and old leather notes. Bold, rich and thick in it’s feel across the full bodied palate, concentrated black cherry, liquorice and dark plum fruits meld into a spicy vanillin oak, scorched earth, leather and pepper back drop. Ripe, slightly chewy tannins with a long opulent finish that’s complexed by emerging tertiary elements.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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2024 Nautilus Sauvignon BlancMarlborough, NEW ZEALAND$27. 99Bottle$335.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinAn explosion of passionfruit and gooseberry flavours with crisp acidity and a long racy finish.
The fruit for this wine was machine harvested at night or in the cool of the morning and immediately crushed and pressed. The juice was then fermented with a variety of aromatic yeast strains in stainless steel tanks - the sole aim being to reflect and preserve the flavours and aromas grown in the vineyard. A small portion of the juice was fermented with a non-saccharomyces yeast and 2% was barrel fermented. After fermentation, the wine was kept in contact with the lees for three months. This classic technique enhances creaminess and integrates flavours.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Herbaceous gooseberry, passionfruit and grassy asparagus aromas fill the nostrils with hints citrus, flint and minerals also evident. Exploding across the palate is a concentrate of passionfruit and gooseberry with some citrus, asparagus, herbaceous grassy elements and minerals extending across the back half. Crisp acidity with a long racy finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2024 Clarence House Estate ChardonnayTasmania, AUSTRALIA$32. 99Bottle$395.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinA rich, mouth filling Chardonnay that carries plenty of textural volume.
Aged in a combination of new and old French oak barriques and puncheons. Brilliant straw colour with a greenish tint to the edges and a watery hue. Aromas of nectarine and pear skin mix with hints of dried honey, roasted almond, lemon butter and spice. Rich and quite creamy in texture, the mouth filling palate features ripe peach, nectarine and pear fruits draped over a dried honey, almond, biscuity nougat and spice back drop. Balanced acidity with a long finish that carries plenty of textural volume.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
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2021 Humis Vineyard Heathcote ShirazHeathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$23. 99Bottle$287.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinRich, opulent black fruits backed by ripe, slightly chewy tannins.
Dense inky black colour with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Prominent aniseed and black cherry aromas are intermeshed with subtlety toasted vanillin oak, earth and peppered fennel notes. Rich and opulently textured, the palate is awash with liquorice, black cherry and blackberry fruits which are melded to smoky vanillin cedar, earthy fennel and pepper elements. Ripe, slightly chewy tannins with a medium to long black fruited finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
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2024 Rob Dolan White Label ChardonnayYarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$29. 99Bottle$359.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinRefined, cream tinged palate with a long, beautifully fleshed conclusion.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Aromas of white peach and nectarine are intertwined with cashew, dried honey, biscuity nougat and spice notes. Mid weighted, the palate sports a refined, cream tinged feel with fleshy white peach, nectarine, dried honey and cashew flavours featured over a back drop of biscuity nougat and spice elements. Long, beautifully fleshed conclusion.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
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2021 Feudo Arancio Nero d’AvolaSicily, ITALY$19. 99Bottle$239.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinJuicy with ripe chewy tannins and a generously fruited mid length finish.
Deep dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Elevated morello cherry, black plum and liquorice scents are tied to earthy incense, dried herb and spice notes. Juicy morello cherry, black plum and liquorice fruits meld into an earthy incense and spicy dried herb back drop. Ripe chewy tannins with a generously fruited mid length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%Other Reviews…..
Rich and expressive on the nose, this offers ripe dark berries, plum skins and hints of crushed stones and smoked spices. The palate shows freshness and focus, with polished, lightly dusty tannins and a juicy flow of fruit. Bright and balanced. Drink now.
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2024 Jane Eyre Pinot NoirTasmania, AUSTRALIA$89. 99Bottle$1079.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinA wonderfully fresh, pure and powerful Pinot that has a long moreish red fruited finish.
Sourced from vines with an average age of 30 years old with 20% whole bunch inclusion and maturation taking place in French oak puncheons for a period of 10 months.
Semi translucent bright red to dark red colour with black shaded edges and a vibrant crimson red tinged hue. A bouquet of red cherries, violets, strawberries and subtle anise engulfs the nostrils with fresh herb, delicate forest floor and spicy cedar notes also evident. The uber delicious palate is layered with ripe red cherry, strawberry and red liquorice fruits which are both expansive and supple in their flow. Infusions of fresh herbs, forest floor and spicy cedar extend across the back half. Wonderfully fresh, pure and powerful it has velvety tannins and a long moreish red fruited finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.5%Other Reviews….
From three sites in the north; this was fermented with native yeasts, then aged in French puncheons for 10 months. The Jane Eyre signature of fragrance and clarity is here, wedded with the intensity that Tasmanian pinot can often yield. Dark fruits are joined with the red, with black and red cherries, redcurrant, rosy-pink florals, some warming spices, turned earth and sweetly fresh forest floor note that will no doubt build intriguingly with tertiary development. It’s a wine of poise and detail, the palate supple, textural and effortless. Drink by 2034.
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2023 Epsilon ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$23. 99Bottle$287.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)ABV: 14.2%Closure: StelvinRich and succulent yet remarkably fresh with a fleshy mouth feel and long finish.
Epsilon is the project of Aaron and Julie Southern (Julie is a member of the Kalleske clan) who own vineyards in the Northern part of Barossa. As the familiar story goes with so many growers they sold off their fruit to larger wineries until a chance meeting with the Massena boys Dan Standish and Jaysen Collins. Under their guidance they convinced them to start up their own brand in 2004 and build a winery on the property. Maturation takes place for approximately 12 months in new and seasoned French and American oak with only the best batches making the final blend.
Midnight black heart with a bright dark purple hue. Fragrant dark plum, liquorice and ripe blueberry scents evolve out of the glass followed by smoky vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered meat notes. Rich and succulent yet remarkably fresh, the medium to full bodied palate is decorated with dark plum and liquorice fruits which meld into a spicy vanillin cedar, subtle blueberry, fennel and pepper back drop. Fleshy mouth feel with vibrant acidity, polished tannins and a long juicy finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
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2020 Quarisa Johnny Q Cabernet SauvignonSouth Australia, AUSTRALIA$11. 99Bottle$143.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinA weighty, generously fruited Cabernet.
Dense inky black colour with a dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced liquorice and ripe blackcurrant aromas are complimented by vanillin cedar, subtle tobacco, earth and mint notes. Rich, plush and concentrated, the weighty palate is awash with blackcurrant and liquorice fruit. Spicy vanillin cedar, earthy tobacco and bay leaf accents the undercard. Ripe chewy tannins with a generously fruited mid length finish.
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2022 Yalumba The Cigar Coonawarra Cabernet SauvignonCoonawarra, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$32. 99Bottle$395.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinRich and long with a well fleshed yet grippy conclusion.
Sourced from Yalumba’s famed Menzie’s vineyard, the name ‘Cigar’ is derived from the unique cigar like shape of Coonawarra’s famous terra rossa strip. Maturation takes place in a mix of new French oak hogsheads, barriques and Hungarian oak hogsheads and one year old American oak barriques with balance in older French, American and Hungarian oak for a period of 16 months.
Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black tinged hue. Red to black currant, mulberry and red liquorice aromas emanate from the glass followed by some vanillin cedar, subtle earth and bay leaf notes. Rich blackcurrant, mulberry and red liquorice fruits flood the mouth carrying with them medium to full body weight. Excellent concentration and freshness with a sturdy tannin structure lending firmness to the back half. Spicy vanillin cedar, earth and bay leaf accents form across the back half. Long, well fleshed yet grippy conclusion.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14%Other Reviews…..
Named for the strip of Terra Rossa soils shaped like a cigar that runs through Coonawarra. As it is with the power of suggestion, the Cigar invokes the savoury spices of tobacco, cedar and sandalwood. It's layered with bilberries, blackcurrants and prunes, too. Some coffee and poppy seed tones. It is a wine in the Yalumba line-up that stands out for its heavily laden spices and muscular tannins. Oak is significant and will allow the wine longevity in the cellar. If you gravitate to the seduction of quality fruit and richness of oak, this is for you. Drink by 2034.
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2022 Snake & Herring Cannonball Cabernet SauvignonMargaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinA richly fruited yet sturdily built Cabernet that has a refined conclusion.
A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec and 4% Merlot. Midnight black core with a dark red black tinged hue. Ripe blackcurrant and mulberry aromas mix with cedary tobacco, dried herb, earth and spice notes. Rich black currant fruit is complimented by some red liquorice, mulberry, dusty vanillin cedar, subtle tobacco and spicy dried herb elements. Sturdily built yet integrated tannin structure with a refined medium to long conclusion.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%Other Reviews…..
A slight change of direction with Cannonball, now mainly a single-vineyard wine at 90/6/4% cabernet/malbec/merlot. This is excellent. It’s a refined, elegant style, almost pared back, with regional flavours of cassis and blackberries, menthol and eucalyptus, lightly spiced and lightly oaked (20% new mostly puncheons and aged 10 months). The tannins are superfine, the acidity light and bright, the palate fuller bodied but not weighty. All in all, a gorgeous drink. Drink by 2035.
95 Points
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2021 Max & Me The House Blend Shiraz Cabernet SauvignonEden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$59. 99Bottle$719.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 13.8%Closure: StelvinA rich, texturally pulpy blend with a dry, slightly grippy finish.
Dense inky black colour with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced plum and liquorice scents have a prominent vanillin confectionery overlay with some choc mint and spice notes also evident. Rich, fleshy liquorice and ripe plum fruits are interwoven with choc mint, strong vanillin cedar, spice and earth elements. Pulpy textural feel with velvety yet underlyingly firm tannins. Dryish, slightly grippy finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.8%Other Reviews……
A plushly-fruited and high-toned shiraz/cabernet sauvignon blend from the Boongarrie vineyard, between Keyneton and the Eden Valley township. Deep crimson with aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry with hints of dark spice, licorice, proving dough, tobacco leaf, sage, purple flowers, earth and dark chocolate. Medium bodied with a lively, bright fruit flow, a base of wild herbs and spice and a medium-length finish. Drink by 2030.
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2023 Chateau Tanunda Old Vine Cabernet ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$42. 99Bottle$515.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinA richly fruited blend with a slightly chewy feel.
Aged for 18 months in French oak. Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of blackcurrant dark plum and liquorice evolve from the glass followed by some cedary tobacco, dried herb and spicy black olive notes. Rich blackcurrant and plum fruits overlay a background of spicy cedar, tobacco, dried herbs and earthy black olives. Sturdy yet fine grained tannin structure with a slightly chewy medium to long finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
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The Estate is celebrating its 135th anniversary in 2025, a remarkable achievement, and as part of that, they have introduced a new range, their Old Vines expression (it was not as though they were short of different ranges already, but, as they say in the classics, too much of a good thing is never enough). A 57/43 blend, after basket pressing, the wine matures in French oak for a year and a half. A dark garnet/maroon hue here, with a wonderfully evocative nose. There are notes of dried herbs, aniseed, beef stock, smoked meats, blackberries, leather, aniseed and cold tea. The palate offers focus, concentration and abundant but very fine tannins. Impressive length here and the intensity never wavers from start to finish. There is a touch of vegemite on the palate and it is immediately evident that the oak is immaculately integrated. Expect this to provide pleasure for at least the next ten to twelve years, and for it to improve further during that time. Drink 2025-2037.
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2023 Warner Glen Estate ChardonnayMargaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$27. 99Bottle$335.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 12%Closure: StelvinMedium bodied with a fresh line of acidity enlivening the faint cream tinged finish.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a distinct glimmer of green around the edges and a watery hue. Elevated peach, apricot and honeysuckle aromas are followed by hints of crème brulee and spicy nougat. Medium bodied the palate features fleshy peach and ripe nectarine fruits over a subtle dried honey, nougat and delicate cashew back drop. A fresh line of acidity enlivening the faint cream tinged finish.
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2023 Riversdale Estate ChardonnayTasmania, AUSTRALIA$37. 99Bottle$455.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 12.5%Closure: StelvinRich, creamy textured flavours counterpointed by a keen line of acidity.
Matured in a combination of 65% French and 35% American oak barrels (50% new) for a period of 3-5 months with 30% of the blend undergoing malolactic fermentation. Brilliant pale straw colour with green tinged edges and a watery hue. Pronounced peach, dried honey and nectarine aromas are intermeshed with cashew, nougat and spice notes. Rich, creamy textured flavours of ripe peach, nectarine, dried honey, cashew, citrusy nougat and spice are counterpointed by a keen line of acidity. Concludes long, refined and fresh. Dual Trophy Winner.
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2023 Roaring Meg Pinot NoirCentral Otago, NEW ZEALAND$36. 99Bottle$443.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinLight to medium bodied with a well fleshed mid palate and a savouriness to the finish.
Matured for 9 months in French oak Roaring Meg is the second label of Mt Difficulty. Deep dark red core with black toned edges and a dark red hue. Pronounced dark to black cherry, anise and dark plum aromas are intertwined with some toasty cedar, earth and spicy dried herb notes. Light to medium bodied, the palate features dark to black cherry and anise flavours which carry good flesh. Spicy cedar, earth and subtle dried herb elements lie underneath. Fine grained tannins with a savouriness to the mid length finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
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Vibrant aromas of cherries, wild strawberries, dried herbs and wet bark. The medium-bodied palate has focused acidity and crunchy, finely tuned tannins. Finishes bright, fresh and spicy. Drink now. Screw cap.
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2009 Signatory Vintage The Un-Chillfiltered Collection Ardmore 13 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Highlands, SCOTLAND$99. 99Bottle$1199.88 DozenABV: 46%Three second fill bourbon barrels make up this Ardmore. What's unusual is that they previously held Islay whisky, adding an extra peaty edge to the already peaty Highlander. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... peat takes center stage on the palate, yet it allows a floral bouquet to shine through. This whisky is indeed “homeopathic,” as medicinal flowers are remarkably present—mint, chamomile, verbena. The experience continues with honey and yellow lemon, all wrapped in a smooth, paraffin-like texture. - whiskybase.com
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2009 Signatory Vintage The Un-Chillfiltered Collection Secret Orkney 13 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Orkney Islands, SCOTLAND$99. 99Bottle$1199.88 DozenABV: 46%Yet another secret Orkney lands. Being of middle age, this could either be on the cusp of maturity or still a bit young. The fact that it's non chill filtered means it will fatten up with an ice cube or a few drops of water. Drawn from several Bourbon hogsheads, the usual suspects like heather smoke, notes of vanilla and lemon plus a touch of coastal character should be evident. In short, a distillate-driven bottling. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
- Michel Couvreur Fleeting R Single Malt French Whisky (500ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$220. 00Bottle$2640.00 DozenABV: 49%
There’s been a single cask version or two of Fleeting, but this one is a combination of maturing whisky in two casks types. You'll need a magnifying glass at hand to read the front label, which tells us the liquids spent five years in Oloroso sherry barrels, then six years in old barrels that held fortified Pinot Noir with an outturn of 1800 bottles. Couvreur is known for pulling some stunners out of wine casks, and the very dark purple ruby colour of this bottling anticipates something special. Likely to be a bit porty though not quite as sweet as you might expect. 49% Alc./Vol.
- Bob's Cardamom Bitters (100ml)UNITED KINGDOM$36. 99Bottle$443.88 DozenABV: 35%
The Guatemalan cardamon (a.k.a. cardamom) used by Bob's in this bitters provides a robust flavour, enlivened by notes of citrus and eucalyptus with a trace of sweetness offset by a sharp bitterness. Enjoy in a Rye & Maple Old Fashioned, Sidecar or Negroni. 35% Alc./Vol.
- Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) - 40%Kentucky, UNITED STATES$79. 99Bottle$959.88 DozenABV: 40%
Citing a surge in popularity and supply not meeting demand, in early 2016 Heaven Hill removed Elijah Craig's 12 year old age statement. The core whiskey has since been re-labelled “Small Batch" and at the time of writing is imported into Australia in two variants: One bottled at a proper ABV of 47%, and more recently, this cheaper entry-level edition bottled at a mild 40% ABV. Typically made from a mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye and 12% malted barley, rumour has it this contains a fair proportion of whiskeys in the 8-12 year old range.
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Craigellachie 19 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND$260. 00Bottle$3120.00 DozenABV: 46%"Utterly glorious official Craigellachie." - whiskyfun.com
Other reviews... Here, Craigellachie is slimmed down and appears in slightly leaner guise, with an aromatic spritz of vetiver-heavy male cologne coming across first before fresh fruits follow on. More crisp and with slightly more obvious toasted structure. The pineapple distillery character is now dried, before the palate shows sweet chocolate pudding, char, honeysuckle, herbs, and white fruits. A classy (and large) package. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Colour: light gold. Nose: it's all on hay and fruit peel, dry white beers and dry wines (old white Bordeaux) plus white/root vegetables. Celeriac, parsnips, asparagus, chalk… Mouth: awesome, really awesome. Salty dry sherry, mustard and walnuts… Well this will be a very short note but this is wonderful. Stunning nutty combo in the background (walnuts, pecans, macadamia). Finish: long, salty, mustardy, manzanilla-y. Green curry sauce in the aftertaste. Comments: this one reminds me of a curry restaurant in Glasgow, named Dakhin (89 Candleriggs). Best Indian food in the UK, better than the Bombay Brasserie in its heyday (I can tell you that I've used and abused that place in my not-so-distant youth). Utterly glorious official Craigellachie. 90 points - whiskyfun.com
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Here we see Craigellachie building some austerity, with a nose that recalls Madeira. The body still holds on to its malty cereal core before delving into butterscotch and honey, and just a touch of the seaweed/iodine you find in the 17. - drinkhacker.com
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2023 Harewood Estate Flux-V Denmark Pinot NoirGreat Southern, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$32. 99Bottle$395.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinRichly fruited and supple on entry with a savoury finish that’s laden with clove and spice.
Semi translucent red colour with a light red hue. Spicy dark cherry and strawberry aromas infused with dried clove emanate from the glass followed by some rhubarb and smoked meat notes. Rich dark cherry and strawberry fruits make a supple entrance with some rhubarb, dried clove, spicy earth and bramble elements ensuing. Silky smooth tannins with a savoury finish that’s laden with clove and spice.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
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A fine Pinot Noir from the Denmark region of Western Australia and well packaged, love the label. The colour here is a crimson/garnet with a sapid nose of florals, redcurrants, rose petals, mushrooms, aniseed and liqueur cherry notes with hints of undergrowth. A cushiony texture, quite seductive, with silky tannins and immense length complemented by some cleansing acidity on the finish. Now for the next half dozen years. Drink 2024-2030.
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Ken Gargett – WinePilot.comOne stylish young Pinot, marrying the right amount of weight and richness with elegance. Attractive summer fruit basket aromas in red cherry, cranberry and redcurrant with lifted dried flower florals and spice. A fine almost delicate rendition of Pinot Noir: upfront, red fruited and spiced with textural qualities, before finishing on a sour cherry, morello cherry note. Woodsy spiced oak provides the pulse of this enjoyable, easy drinking wine. More of a short-term as opposed to long-term proposition in the cellar. Drink 2024-2028.
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1994 Glendronach Single Cask No.5289 Port Pipe 28 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Highlands, SCOTLAND$1199. 00Bottle$14388.00 DozenABV: 52.1%Whether they have previously held sweet and rich Pedro Ximénez or dry and nutty Oloroso sherry, Glendronach single casks present unique characteristics whilst remaining distinctively 'Glendronach'. Maturation in Port Pipes, is however, unusual for this series, which in itself may grab collector's attention. This 28 year old was a limited edition of 619 bottles released in 2023 at 52.1% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... "An extremely curious and, naturally, extremely atypical GlenDronach. I haven't drunk anything like this from this distillery. Mixed feelings. Obviously the wine influence from the barrel, but it's cool, thick, rich!" - whiskybase.com
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1992 Glendronach Single Cask No.7417 Oloroso Sherry Puncheon 30 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)Highlands, SCOTLAND$1499. 00Bottle$17988.00 DozenABV: 54.5%Oloroso matured Glendronachs are usually the most sought after. This edition was distilled in 1992 and bottled in 2023 at 54.5% Alc./Vol. yielding 633 bottles. Non chill filtered.
While Glendronach single cask whiskies haven't been explicitly discontinued, they have completely disappeared from the distillery's website. Currently the Australian market has only three lines allocated. It’s said that their rarity is due to limited output and growing demand. That situation is partly due to Glendronach's closure from 1996 to 2002 which impacted the availability of older stock. It would also explain the distillery’s recent re-focus on core range expressions that coincided with a packaging upgrade in 2024. Typically offering outturns of around 600 bottles per cask, the single barrel selections are famous for offering snapshots of a particular cask at a specific point in time making each one unique. The current imports exhibit beautiful deep mahogany colours anticipating whiskies that are layered, lush and decadent - also more intense and expressive compared to major competitors like Macallan. This shipment is an opportunity to secure some Highland classics that otherwise may never have been available in Australia.
- Arlett Blended French Whisky (700ml)FRANCE$89. 99Bottle$1079.88 DozenABV: 40%
Aged for over three years in small American oak barrels, Arlett's blend is intended as an everyday sipper. Fresh vanilla notes on the nose, along with candied orange and baked bread feature on the rounded palate. Will work over ice or for stirring into cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.
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Overeem Distillery Limited 20th Anniversary Release Pedro Ximenez Cask Matured Single Malt Whisky (700ml)Tasmania, AUSTRALIA$250. 00Bottle$3000.00 DozenABV: 52%Notes from the producers... "This decadent marriage of fully matured Spanish Pedro Ximénez casks marks a bold first in Overeem Distillery’s 20-year history. The nose opens with a bouquet of forest fruits, before warming into a viscous, rich boysenberry compote, layered with festive spice. The palate leads with tart grape, perfectly balanced by the rich spice of oak and pepper on the finish. You'll discover notes of figs and dates, with gentle flutterings of milk chocolate throughout. At 52% ABV, the clean, refined Overeem spirit truly shines — delivering a full-bodied and deeply satisfying experience from start to finish." Richard Mathews - Head of Whisky.
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2024 Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou Pre-Arrival OfferSaint Julien, Bordeaux, FRANCE$299. 00Bottle$3588.00 DozenClosure: CorkAs a relatively large estate in Saint-Julien, the 75 hectare Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou estate is planted to 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, at a density of 10,000 vines per hectare. They also own a small parcel of land in Haut-Medoc. Changes in the winery, and a greater focus on parcel selection for the Grand Vin has resulted in a reduction in output from around 20,000 cases per year in the 1980’s to around 10,000 cases today. And the wines have never looked better. The pair of 2009 and 2010, along with the 2016 are considered standouts for the region, intense and concentrated efforts that will live for many years to come.
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The 2024 Ducru-Beaucaillou is showing well at this stage, unfurling in the glass with a perfumed bouquet of dark berries, flowers, gentian and fresh licorice, interwoven with delicate spicy nuances. Medium to full-bodied, layered, and seamless, it is lively and refined, with somewhat firm tannins leading to a gently grippy finish. This was harvested between September 30 and October 15. Drink 2030-2044.
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Yohan Castaing - Wine AdvocateThe 2024 Ducru-Beaucaillou is a sleek, elegant wine. Silky tannins give the 2024 its distinctly mid-weight, lithe personality. Readers will find a gracious Ducru built more on persistence and nervy tension than size or opulence. Blue/black fruits, lavender, cloves, menthol and chocolate open over time. It will be fascinating to see how this ages. Drink 2034-2054.
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Antonio Galloni - VinousExcellent depth with very good concentration. Lots of dusty, small-grained tannins. Densely packed, with nervy minerals, blackberries, dark chocolate, violets and cassis. Full-bodied and very fresh, with a lengthy finish. Structured and tightly framed. Shows good potential. 86% cabernet sauvignon and 14% merlot.
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Zekun Shuai - JamesSuckling.comAs to the Grand Vin, the 2024 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is based on 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot, resting in 100% new oak. Its deep purple hue is followed by a terrific 2024 that defies the challenges of the vintage. Pure cassis, darker currants, graphite, crushed stone, and sappy violet notes all emerge on the nose. It's medium-bodied, with a beautifully layered, concentrated mid-palate, ripe yet velvety tannins, and a great finish. This classic Saint-Julien will benefit from bottle age and is another brilliant effort from the team. It's one of the richer, more structured wines in the vintage, yet it remains balanced, precise, and never overdone.
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Jeb DunnuckLovely aromatics on the nose, deep vivid purple. Floral scents and lots of Cabernet markers, dried mint, clove, aniseed and blackcurrants. Cool and crunchy straight away, this has a gorgeous smooth texture with ripe and concentrated fruit. I like this, it feels restrained and not overdone with a silky fruit profile and firm but fine tannins. There's a softness to this and a long length with a push of flavour. It has a deep, dark fruit aspect - not too sharp or sour, balanced in terms of acidity and fruit with wet stones, graphite and liquorice on the finish. Elegant and enjoyable. 3.8pH. Drink 2032 - 2050.
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Georgina Hindle - DecanterConditions of Pre Arrival Offer:
There is no minimum order unless stated.
All wines are 750ml unless indicated otherwise.
Payment is due at the time of ordering to secure stocks.
The wines are being collected and shipped in refrigerated containers and are due to arrive in late 2027.
Nicks Wine Merchants reserve the right to pass on any changes in Government duties and taxes and delivery charges from the date of order to the date of final delivery of the wine.
Errors and omissions excepted.
Delivery charges may apply - these can be determined by visiting the Freight Rates page.
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2024 Chateau Leoville Poyferre Pre-Arrival OfferSaint Julien, Bordeaux, FRANCE$160. 00Bottle$1920.00 DozenClosure: CorkChateau Leoville Poyferre is part of the trio of properties formed when the large 200 hectare Leoville estate was divided in 1840. Seen as the most plush and exotic of the group, Leoville Poyferre has also been the most consistent since 2000. While much of the plantings are intermixed with those of Leoville Las Cases, the Grand Vin comes from a total of 60 hectares, and is planted to 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. The estate also produces a second wine, Pavillon de Leoville Poyferre, along with the previously unofficial second wine Moulin Riche which comes from a dedicated 21 hectare plot.
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Offering up aromas of jammy berries and toasty oak, the 2024 Léoville Poyferré is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Medium-bodied, dense and blocky, it's firm, tannic and chewy, with some green characteristics vying with its creamy patina of new wood. Harvest took place between 24 September and 10 October, and some lots saw some reverse osmosis.
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William Kelley - Wine AdvocateThe 2024 Léoville-Poyferré was picked from September 24 to October 10 at 26.42 hl/ha. There was some reverse osmosis on the Merlot and Cabernet Franc varieties. Quasi-Pauillac in style, it offers quite backward black fruit, hints of melted tar and graphite on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and quite succulent with fleshy ripe tannins, tobacco-laced black fruit, brown spices and light undergrowth. With a fine supple landing on the finish in typical "LP" fashion, this constitutes a delicious, early-drinking Poyferré that will be more approachable than other vintages. Drink 2028-2050.
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Neal Martin - VinousA bit closed and almost steely at the moment. At the same time, there is depth and huge structure, showing black cherries, mulberries, fine spices and violets. Full-bodied, this has heaps of very small-grained, dusty tannins on the palate and a long finish. A concentrated wine. Wait and see.
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Zekun Shuai - JamesSuckling.comLooking at the Grand Vin, the 2024 Château Léoville Poyferré is based on 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It shows deep purple hues and classic notes of cassis, lead pencil, graphite, crushed stone, and violets. Pure, polished, and elegant on the palate, it has perfectly ripe tannins and plays in the forward, charming style of the vintage while still delivering plenty of depth and richness. It's aging in 80% new French oak for 18 to 20 months.
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Jeb DunnuckConditions of Pre Arrival Offer:
There is no minimum order unless stated.
All wines are 750ml unless indicated otherwise.
Payment is due at the time of ordering to secure stocks.
The wines are being collected and shipped in refrigerated containers and are due to arrive in late 2027.
Nicks Wine Merchants reserve the right to pass on any changes in Government duties and taxes and delivery charges from the date of order to the date of final delivery of the wine.
Errors and omissions excepted.
Delivery charges may apply - these can be determined by visiting the Freight Rates page.
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2023 Torzi Matthews Schist Rock ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$21. 99Bottle$263.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinTorzi Matthews is partnership between Domenic Torzi and Tracy Matthews. Their Schist Rock Shiraz is sourced from the Eden Valley sub region of Mt McKenzie with the vines 27 years old. Maturation takes place in predominately older French oak barrels (only 10% are new) and 10% whole bunch fruit is included in the ferment.
Rich and plump with a silky flow of dark fruit.
Totally opaque black dark red heart with a dark red hue. Intense ripe black cherry, liquorice and dark plum aromas are complimented by dried herb, vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth notes. Rich and plush, a silky flow of dark plum, liquorice and spicy dark cherry fruits are layered across the medium to full bodied palate. Notions of fennel, vanillin cedar and peppered dried herbs ensue. Deep and powerful it has velvet smooth tannins and a long, sumptuous finish.
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2014 Compagnie des Indes (Secret Distillery) 8 Year Old Single Cask Thailand Rum (700ml)$149. 99Bottle$1799.88 DozenABV: 43%Column distilled using local molasses, this bright gold rum offers medium-fresh aromas of banana bread, desiccated coconut, vanilla and chocolate, repeated on the palate in a soft, creamy, light to medium-bodied style evoking ripe cantaloupe and banana. The finish adds the required tannic grip, fresher fruitier notes and gentle spices. A profile that doesn't stand out in any particular way while being eminently drinkable. 392 bottles produced. 43% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 30ml sample.