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    2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $235. 00
    Bottle
    $2820.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    There's no doubt that if Domaine Robert Chevillon were based in Vosne-Romanee or Chambolle-Musigny, their wines would be next to impossible to find and sell for exorbitant prices. That they are found in Nuits-Saint-Georges, a village with no grand cru sites, has allowed these wines to fly under the radar for many consumers. That said, these are some of the most accomplished wines of Burgundy, and best of all continually produce wines that seemingly ignore any challenges a vintage might throw their way to achieve results seen only at very few of the finest addresses across the Cote.

    Now under the stewardship of Robert Chevillon's sons Bertrand and Denis, these passionate pair of vignerons are tireless in their pursuit of the finest expression of Pinot Noir possible. After meticulous care in the vineyards across the year, grapes are hand harvested, sorted and de-stemmed before receiving a cold maceration in vats for 5-6 days and natural fermentation lasting 2-3 weeks. Maturation lasts from 15 to 18 months in a mix of 30% new and 70% second use barrels.

    Chevillon source their village Nuits-Saint-Georges across a range of sites, mostly from La Charmotte and Au Chouillet, along with smaller parcels in the lieux-dits of Aux Saints Jacques, Les Charmois, Les Maladières, Les Chaliots and Les Brûlées. This is an attractive and supple Nuits village with great concentration for the level.

    Other Reviews....
    Dark berry fruit coulis is laced with notes of earth and spice. The delicious middle weight flavors possess excellent punch before culminating in a sleek, intense and only mildly rustic finale. This is an excellent Nuits villages and very much worth your attention. Drink through 2028+.
    89-92 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    The 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes is structured and concentrated, bursting with aromas of dark berries, plums, rose petals and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, deep and lively, it's well worth seeking out, but it will require more patience than its 2019 predecessor.
    89-91 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

    2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $135. 00
    Bottle
    $1620.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    There's no doubt that if Domaine Robert Chevillon were based in Vosne-Romanee or Chambolle-Musigny, their wines would be next to impossible to find and sell for exorbitant prices. That they are found in Nuits-Saint-Georges, a village with no grand cru sites, has allowed these wines to fly under the radar for many consumers. That said, these are some of the most accomplished wines of Burgundy, and best of all continually produce wines that seemingly ignore any challenges a vintage might throw their way to achieve results seen only at very few of the finest addresses across the Cote.

    Now under the stewardship of Robert Chevillon's sons Bertrand and Denis, these passionate pair of vignerons are tireless in their pursuit of the finest expression of Pinot Noir possible. After meticulous care in the vineyards across the year, grapes are hand harvested, sorted and de-stemmed before receiving a cold maceration in vats for 5-6 days and natural fermentation lasting 2-3 weeks. Maturation lasts from 15 to 18 months in a mix of 30% new and 70% second use barrels.

    Chevillon Bourgogne Pinot Noir is the perfect introduction to this wonderful Domaine, sourced from two lieux-dits near the village of Nuits-Saint-Georges; Les Maladières and Petit Chaliot.

    2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne Passetoutgrain
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $86. 99
    Bottle
    $1043.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    There's no doubt that if Domaine Robert Chevillon were based in Vosne-Romanee or Chambolle-Musigny, their wines would be next to impossible to find and sell for exorbitant prices. That they are found in Nuits-Saint-Georges, a village with no grand cru sites, has allowed these wines to fly under the radar for many consumers. That said, these are some of the most accomplished wines of Burgundy, and best of all continually produce wines that seemingly ignore any challenges a vintage might throw their way to achieve results seen only at very few of the finest addresses across the Cote.

    Now under the stewardship of Robert Chevillon's sons Bertrand and Denis, these passionate pair of vignerons are tireless in their pursuit of the finest expression of Pinot Noir possible. After meticulous care in the vineyards across the year, grapes are hand harvested, sorted and de-stemmed before receiving a cold maceration in vats for 5-6 days and natural fermentation lasting 2-3 weeks. Maturation lasts from 15 to 18 months in a mix of 30% new and 70% second use barrels.

    Chevillon Bourgogne Passetoutgrain is a deep and fruity blend of two thirds Gamay and one third Pinot Noir, sourced from three lieux-dits near the village of Nuits-Saint-Georges; Champs d'Argent, Croix blanche, and Petit Chaliot.

    The Macallan Edition No. 1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Taiwan Market Exclusive
    Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $5999. 00
    Bottle
    $71988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not shown. If you would like information on specific signs of wear, please contact us on freecall 1800 069 295.

    ***Taiwan Market Exclusive bottling in timber box***

    Released in 2015 and joining Macallan's stream of recent NAS bottlings is "Edition No. 1", targeted towards the U.S. market, and reportedly drawn from eight distinct European and American oak cask styles and sizes. Naturally coloured and bottled at 48% ABV (unusual for Macallan), the actual cask regime has been stated too: First-fill casks consisted of Tevasa Butts, Toneleria Hudo Butts, Vasyma Puncheons, J&M Martin Butts, Gonzalez Byass Butts and Tevasa Puncheons. The second-fill casks were Sherry hogsheads and Sherry butts. The only casks that used American White Oak were the Vasyma Puncheons, whereas the rest used European Oak. Some tasters have described the whisky as "a big step up" from Macallan's standard 1824 range.

    Master Whisky Maker, Bob Dalgarno says to expect hints of orange, apple and dried fruit on the nose, leading into wood spices on the palate supported by nutmeg, cinnamon and hints of dried ginger and toffee and a medium to long and lingering finish.

    Other reviews... People tend to moan about Macallan having lost its mojo. Not here. This is a vatting of different sized American and (mostly) European oak casks, so no surprise that it’s oak-led, but Macallan is a heavy distillate and it needs oak to prosper fully. Here you get rosin, marmalade, green fig jam, and the power of concentrated oils. The palate is powerful and supple, with some clove, ginger, and yet more chocolate. Substantial and well worth checking out.
    87 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Dave Broom (Summer 2016)

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    Glengoyne 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Older Bottling
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $899. 00
    Bottle
    $10788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product shown.

    Note: No gift box included, and the medallion is missing off the bottle front, as pictured.

    Other reviews...
    An old fashioned, sopping with oloroso nose, resplendent in orange peel and molasses....Not a single off note and a reminder of what a sherry cask meant to those of us who were involved in whisky a quarter of a century ago. 95.5 points
    - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2016

    The latest addition to Glengoyne’s permanent range is a 25 year old, matured in European oak sherry casks and presented in non-chill filtered format. Syrup-like on the nose, very sweet, with milk chocolate, ginger, Jaffa oranges, and sticky toffee pudding. Smooth and sweet on the palate, with overt sherry, sultanas, and gentle spice. The finish is medium to long, with a hint of oak, old leather, and lingering cloves. Bold, yet elegant.
    90 points - www.maltadvocate.com (Fall 2014) Reviewed by: Gavin Smith

    Johnnie Walker Gold Label The Centenary Blend 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (750ml)
    SCOTLAND
    $250. 00
    Bottle
    $3000.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.

    Two variants of Johnnie Walker 'Gold Label' now co-exist under the 'Reserve' and 'Centenary Blend'  labels, with the latter now discontinued, and a rarity on the market. Like other products in the Johnnie Walker range, a degree of confusion surrounds their exact contents.

    We can tell you that the Centenary blend is a limited release to commemorate the first 100 years of Johnnie Walker. It’s a blend of fifteen different whiskies including Clynelish and Cardhu, aged for a minimum of 18 years.  This particular packaging is probably the second generation version from this series.

    Tasting notes: Bright gold colour. Gentle, sensual aromatics at first yield pristinely clean, buttery grains, then dried grass and dried coconut notes seamlessly lead into more fruity scents. Delicate pear and ripe apple notes emerge, with a sublime smokiness that wafts throughout adding overall depth. A very sexy sniff that pretty much clocks the Scotch Whisky aroma wheel. The palate delivers a powerful, sweet, spicy, gently smoky malt burst with pear and dried apricot emerging on the back palate. Excellent length. Impeccable balance. Long, drying peppermint / honeycomb aftertaste. A fabulous blend packing as much character and power as many a Single malt. 40% Alc./Vol.

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    Waubs Harbour Port Storm Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $189. 99
    Bottle
    $2279.88 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

    Awarded a Master medal, the highest accolade at the World Whisky Masters in 2023.

    Waubs' marketing emphasis on being a truly maritime malt is not without justification. Perched on the rocks in Bicheno on Tasmania's East Coast, the distillery sits directly on the edge of the Tasman Sea. It's believed to be the world’s closest distillery to the ocean, surpassing Scotland's island equivalents which are located off relatively sheltered bays or coves. Even Old Pulteney which sells itself as 'The Maritime Malt' sits 400 metres inland. About two-and-a-half hours drive north-east of Hobart and based in an old oyster hatchery, Waubs Harbour currently has hundreds of casks maturing in five salt-laden bond stores with a cooling system run entirely by the ocean. The name is a nod to the former town of Bicheno and honours Wauba Debar, an Aboriginal woman known for her bravery. Co-founders Tim and Bec Polmear in partnership with Tim's brother, Rob Polmear come with a wealth of knowledge. Rob was formerly Head Distiller for Overeem Whisky and Head of Production for Lark Distillery and Tim and Bec's previous experience was in e-commerce. The distillery was officially opened by Tasmania Premier, Jeremy Rockliffe. Spirit began flowing from the stills in July 2019 and the inaugural release launched in April 2023.

    In this expression, x-Bourbon barrels are set against ex-tawny port French oak casks, the latter bolstering the aroma with prunes, cherry chocolate and hints of Toblerone bar. Bigger, richer and more textural than Waub's entry level bottling, the purity of the malt is augmented by ripe plum and dried peel notes; Spices build but never overwhelm before bitter dark chocolate closes. The balance may not be quite as fine-tuned as the Original, but the trade off is considerably more impact and drive through the middle and finish. Another beautifully executed young whisky. Awarded a Master medal, the highest accolade at the World Whisky Masters in 2023. 48% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 30ml sample.

    Other reviews... The ex-Port casks kick in here, contributing some spice and savoury notes, yet tempered by the American oak so that they don’t dominate or overwhelm. too much. Again, it’s not overly challenging nor complex, and it makes for pleasant drinking. - whiskyandwisdom.com

    Notes from the producers... NOSE: Sultana spiced jam meets rust. Heaps of vanilla, moving to toffee spices in the middle. Apply brandy, custard. Hot custard over a syrup of poached pear plump sultanas, and a glazed cherry drizzle on top of that cream. PALATE: Rich sultana and pear crumble sweetened butter, heaps of treacle, golden syrup mixed with dried stone fruit. Oak integration build up the supportive pantry spices and adds length while the 48% keeps it big oily and rich. FINISH: Lingering butter melted prune/sultana syrup. A touch of ex-Bourbon brings complexity to the spice profile. Great length.

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    Wild Turkey Master's Keep Voyage Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $399. 00
    Bottle
    $4788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 53%

    "...this rum cask-finished gem shows Russell in tremendous form." - whiskyadvocate.com

    A high-proof 10 year old bourbon with a secondary maturation in casks that previously held 14 year old Jamaican pot still rum, marking the first rum cask finish in Wild Turkey’s history. Crafted by Master Distiller Eddie Russell in partnership with Dr. Joy Spence, the renowned Master Blender of Appleton Estate, Voyage reflects over 80 combined years of experience in crafting exceptional spirits. The collaboration makes sense given that both distilleries are owned by parent company, Campari. Russell wanted to use barrels that held pot still rum as opposed to column still rum for the finish, but Spence was a little dubious at first. “She said, ‘Son, you can’t handle that stuff, it’s too much for you,'” said Russell. “I’m like, let me try. It was 14-year-old pot still rum barrels, and we finished the whiskey in them for ten to 12 weeks... I wanted funk and fruit notes, a little bit of molasses and cocoa.” The praise is unanimous. The secondary maturation has been deftly handled. Voyage is a high-point in the Master’s Keep series. Save one for your collection, but get one to drink too. 53% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Collectable.

    Other reviews... Master distiller Eddie Russell’s latest iteration in the Master’s Keep collection is a 10 year old bourbon matured in No.-4 char barrels and then finished in Jamaican rum casks selected by Appleton Estate’s master blender Joy Spence. The whole series has been triumphant, but this rum cask-finished gem shows Russell in tremendous form... An alluring nose of vanilla, cinnamon, dried herbs, bitter chocolate, rickhouse, and red berries. Stupendous on the palate, with rich chocolate, herbal notes, brown sugar, honey, cherry, and peppery spice. With water it sweetens, bringing notes of almond, sweetened iced tea, and chocolate. Balanced and mellow, with a long finish of tobacco leaf, mellow spice, and rich chocolate. 96 points - No.5 in Whisky Advocate's top 20 whiskies for 2023. - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...There’s definitely a hint of the rum right from the start: The nose is sweeter than any Wild Turkey expression you’ve ever had, well-spiced with clear raisin notes paired with banana-walnut bread, then a rumbling note of barrel char. With time in glass the whiskey blows off some of its heavier fruit elements, with a lingering touch of creosote hanging in the air. The palate is again quite sweet and very fruit-forward. Fans of Wild Turkey may be taken aback by its power and expressiveness. You may even be forgiven for thinking this might be a whiskey-finished rum rather than the other way around. Again, bright notes of raisins, toasted nuts, and some coconut notes pop immediately, followed quickly by citrus and stone fruit elements. Surprisingly acidic, almost sour on the finish, there’s a bold, fermented cherry quality that sticks with you and feels more like its part of a cocktail than a straight whiskey. In some ways, it reminds me of WhistlePig’s insane Siren’s Song release from last year — though here some restraint has been exhibited. Hints of cocoa on the finish balance out some of the fruit, and while it’s enduringly sweet throughout, it never comes across as overblown. I feel like I could sip on this all day, and to be honest, I kind of did. Whiskey season is just about to get started, but this is an early Top 10 candidate, for sure. Question: Would it be crazy to use this as the base for a Mai Tai? Wrong answers only. - drinkhacker.com

    ...this secondary maturation has transformed this whiskey into something very special. It’s a beautiful bourbon, not overwhelmed by the rum cask finish as can sometimes happen. On the palate, there are notes of brown sugar, grape jelly, banana pudding, black pepper, cherry topped vanilla sundae, orange zest, and honeycomb. The Wild Turkey character is definitely still there, but it has become more of a background note with just enough of that recognizable grainy, nuttiness to complement the sweetness that came from the rum. 97 points - robbreport.com

    Notes from the producers... aged in Wild Turkey’s classic No. 4 char barrels. After finishing in the Kentucky heat of a timber rickhouse, the result is a tropically influenced American icon, bursting with a palate of fruits, caramel and aged oak, and a warm, long-lasting finish of chocolate and spice.

    *At the time of writing, this product references Whisky Advocate’s original review from late 2023 (96 points). The rating in the Top 20 was 95 points. We assume this is a typographic error on the editor’s behalf.

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    Waubs Harbour Original Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $169. 99
    Bottle
    $2039.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    CATEGORY WINNER AT WORLD WHISKIES AWARDS 2024

    Distilled and matured just meters from the ocean and covered in salty air, Waubs Original was matured in ex-Bourbon wood then French oak Port casks. The nose is surprisingly dense and weighty with creamy vanilla and caramel complementing the richness of the malt; a touch of salted cracker biscuit and distant fruitiness takes this beyond your average first-fill Bourbon bouquet, following through in a medium bodied, rounded delivery; the chewy malt feels like it's well represented (which often isn't the case with Aussie whiskies). Mildly fruity, then tangy and slightly oily to finish - not particularly long, but all-round impressive and boasting fabulous depth at just 43%. This could be fifteen years old by Scotch Whisky standards, with echoes of Glenglassaugh or Inchgower. Awarded a Gold medal at the World Whisky Masters 2023. Tasted from a 30ml sample.

    Other reviews... As the flagship offering, this does exactly what it should do. It’s clean and tasty with broad appeal. Not overly challenging, it’s slightly dry – or is that the salty tang? - whiskyandwisdom.com

    Notes from the producers... NOSE: Delicate sweet spices, there's a salty mineral element that only enhances the toffee. PALATE: Big toffee sweetness but the saltiness cuts through to balance it perfectly. That salty character addition enables the malt and the cask influence to really shine, biscuit, creamed apples, light florals and nectar. Rounded and developing into a nice deep raisin syrup finish. Evolving and complex especially for a 43%. FINISH: Just yum, you get that tawny butter in the back palate and more caramel butterscotch up front, almost like cookie dough.

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    Waubs Harbour Founder's Reserve Cask Strength Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $225. 00
    Bottle
    $2700.00 Dozen
    ABV: 62%

    "...there’s not much hint of malt here….but by crikey, it’s delicious." - whiskyandwisdom.com

    This is the premium bottling in the current Waubs line up, with bottle #1 auctioned off for $4800. The highest quality ex-tawny port casks as rated by the head distiller are reserved to be bottled at cask strength. It's a whisky where everything happens at once in a flavour bomb of ovaltine, dried fruits and mud cake; If the sheer density of the delivery feels like it's crammed into the whopping mid-palate, the sultry aftertaste works to add a touch of grace and sophistication. Not sure how they do it, but it feels almost as effortless at 62% as does the Original 43% expression. For malt hedonists. Tasted from a 30ml sample.

    Awarded a Gold medal at the World Whisky Masters 2023.

    Other reviews... Notably darker, the hue is a burnished copper, with perhaps a jarrah blush. 100% full-term maturation in port casks can be fraught with danger; this release avoids the pitfalls and delivers. The oak and fortified influence is dominant, and there’s not much hint of malt here….but by crikey, it’s delicious.  It also has enduring appeal – it doesn’t become tiring or overwhelming on the palate. - whiskyandwisdom.com

    Notes from the producers... NOSE: Whipped cream and maple syrup over pancakes, dried apricots and rich sultanas. PALATE: Big juicy oily malt. Very warm but expected at 62%. Sticky date pudding like with a hint of choc and waffle cone. FINISH: Hints of ginger and wood transition to coffee grounds and leave you with a long gooey salted caramel finish.

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    2017 Fromm ‘Fromm Vineyard’ Pinot Noir - Last Stocks
    Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
    Reduced from $99.99
    $74. 99
    Bottle
    $899.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2023-2027)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    Certified organic. Dark red core with black shaded edges and a light brick red hue. Alluring red to dark cherry and winter strawberry aromas are married to dried herb, earth, sappy cedar and spice notes. Light in body and supplely textured the refined palate is decorated with red to dark cherry and strawberry fruits which overlay game meats, dried herbs, forest floor and spicy cedar. Elegant yet nicely powered it has polished tannins finishing long and savoury. A beautifully refined Pinot in its peak drinking window.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2021 Envinate Benje Tinto
    Tenerife, SPAIN
    $52. 99
    Bottle
    $635.88 Dozen
    ABV: 12%
    Closure: Cork

    Benje refers to an area high above the cloud cover on the western edge of the Tiede volcano. It’s an area that produces markedly different wines, from the sappy freshness of the coastal zones but still carries the hallmark lightness of all of Envínate’s wines. Benje Tinto is straight Listan Prieto, Benje Blanco is Listan Blanco. Both are grown on a mixture of old ash and red clay at over 1000m above sea level.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2021 Benje comes from a very warm and dry year in Santiago del Teide when the vines got blocked and suffered. They did a softer vinification, with shorter macerations and cooler temperatures, and they also bottled it a little earlier. The wine is a bit more reductive with a slight touch of rusticity. 25,000 bottles and 300 magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2022. Drink 2023 - 2027.
    93+ points
    Luis Gutiérrez - Wine Advocate (Dec 01, 2023)

    Jumpy reduction with some nice volatility full of tangy strawberries, sour berries and white pepper funk. Juicy, tangy and airy on the palate with crushed fruit and bright acidity. Full of energy on the supple palate, but there is tension, too, with fine, al-dente tannins. Delicious and incredibly drinkable now.
    94 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2023 Craigie Knowe White Label Pinot Gris
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2023-2025)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Fermentation was started in stainless steel tanks then finished off in seasoned French oak barriques for added complexity.
    Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Intense ripe lychee and Jonathan apple aromas intermix with musk, hints of rose water and ginger. Luscious pear and Jonathan apple fruits have ginger and faint musk undertones. Finishes spicy and very dry with a slightly chalky feel. Brisk acidity leads into a spicy dried pear and ginger driven aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

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    Setouchi Orange Japanese Craft Gin (700ml)
    JAPAN
    $94. 99
    Bottle
    $1139.88 Dozen
    ABV: 47%

    This unusual gin is more like a drier styled triple sec, bursting with vivid aromas and flavours of orange pith and peel, mixed citrus oils and a warming, faintly ginny finish that suggests chamomile tea, crushed coriander leaves and white pepper. Delicious on its own over ice or experiment with fruity cocktails. 47% Alc./Vol.

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    2021 Chalk Hill Syrah
    McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2027-2028)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Midnight black in colour with a bright dark purple red hue. Aromas of dark plum and liquorice intermix with dried herb, spicy fennel, vanillin cedar, smoked meats and pepper. The mid weighted palate features spicy dark plum and liquorice fruits over fennel, smoked meat and peppered dried herb characters. Slightly chewy mouth feel with a sturdy tannin structure, good freshness and a fleshy finish that sees the emergence of some blueberry fruit.
    Cellar 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    Tesseron Composition Cognac (700ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $120. 00
    Bottle
    $1440.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Tesseron's foray outside of the XO classification is a VSOP made using eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne. Bright aromas and flavours of prunes, dried apricots, fruit cake and dried figs make up this fruity, light to medium bodied, sweeter-styled cognac that balances out with warming hints of allspice and pepper. Lends itself to easy-drinking or quality cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... The first non-XO-and-beyond release from the Tesseron family of Pontet-Canet fame, this is both a lovely sipping Cognac and a blue-chip base for a hedonistic Sidecar. All the Tesseron trademarks are here: prune, plum, vanilla and a long-lasting chocolate note on the finish. - decanter.com

    Rusty Barrel Vodka (700ml)
    AUSTRALIA
    $79. 99
    Bottle
    $959.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    A vodka created using a unique carbon filtration system that results in a delightfully silky mouthfeel with subtle, sweet grain character. The artwork on the barrel shaped bottle and metallic skull bottle stopper will pop on your bar shelf. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Notes from the producers... a complex nose of honey, light butterscotch, vanilla cream and stone fruits. Full-bodied palate with some red fruit character and orange rind on the finish. It has got everything you would expect from a wheat based vodka - delivers throughout the whole sip.

    Johnnie Walker Blue Label Year of the Horse Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2026 Edition
    SCOTLAND
    $350. 00
    Bottle
    $4200.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    The latest release from Johnnie Walker's Zodiac series is this limited edition that celebrates the Year of the Horse. In Chinese tradition, the Horse symbolises power, victory and a mark of great leaders. The bottle is adorned with a mix of visual art and calligraphy. 40% Alc./Vol.

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    2015 Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs Champagne
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $220. 00
    Bottle
    $2640.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2023-2031)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    ­The 2015 Brut Blanc de Blancs is exclusively made from Chardonnay selected from the Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs : Oiry, Chouilly, Cramant, Avize, Oger and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger.
    A buoyant and lacy mousse slowly subsides to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has a steady stream of generous bubbles rising through to the surface. Toasty pear and citrus aromas are intermeshed with roasted almond, yeast lees and chalky mineral notes. Focused and energetic yet fluffy in its feel across the palate, pear, green apple, citrus, yeast lees and roasted almond flavours overlay an oyster shell and chalky mineral back drop. Invigorating acidity lends tension to the long, dry sculptured finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

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    2023 Spikey Bridge Broad Arrow Pinot Gris
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2023-2025)
    ABV: 13.3%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Brilliant pale apricot tinged colour with a watery hue. Exotic ripe pear, Jonathan apple and musk scents leap from the glass trailed by hints of honeysuckle and rosewater. Luscious ripe pear and apple flavours meld into a back drop of musk and spice. Full, round and fleshy in its feel it finishes with a lick of brisk acidity on what is a lengthy aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 13.3%

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    2019 Ceretto Barolo Bussia
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $430. 00
    Bottle
    $5160.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The Ceretto family are pioneers in Piedmont, and much of their international renown has been built on their fastidious work in the vineyards, and their (at the time) revolutionary approach to promoting the concept of cru wines in the region. This idea of highlighting specific vineyards chosen for their enduring excellence was something Bruno and Marcello Ceretto learnt after visiting Burgundy in the 1960's. Applying this approach to Barolo and Barbaresco has further elevated these wines to now be counted amongst the most appreciated and prestigious wines in the world.

    Other Reviews....
    An organic wine, the Ceretto 2019 Barolo Bussia is a wine of beautiful depth and streamlined intensity. This Barolo offers dark fruit flavors, but you also get crushed stone, rust, a touch of exotic spice or grilled herb and fresh licorice root. The ensemble is beautiful, and what stands out most is the polished endurance and silky consistency of the mouthfeel. Drink 2025 - 2048.
    96 points
    Monica Larner - Wine Advocate (Aug 25, 2023)

    The 2019 Barolo Bussia is rich, deep and explosive, with all the deeply-pitched, spice and balsamic notes that are so typical of Bussia in full display. A broad, ample Barolo, the Bussia is seriously impressive from start to finish. All the elements are so well balanced. There's plenty of tannin, but it is all nicely integrated into the wine's frame. Time in the glass brings out the wine's inner perfume and explosive energy. This aromatically beguiling, layered Barolo is superb. Drink 2029-2044.
    96 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    A fine and open grained Bussia with a smoky, grilled meat and spice character to the plum fruit. Medium to full body. Soft and velvety and juicy. This will develop into something very serious. Needs three or four years to open. Best after 2025.
    96 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2021 Domaine Benoit Chevallier Bourgogne En Luteniere
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $130. 00
    Bottle
    $1560.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    Benoit is the 4th generation of Chevallier vignerons in Vosne-Romanée, and from 2018 has taken over production of the domaine. One of the rare and exciting new names in Burgundy that are working their estate owned vines, Benoit has hit the ground running in very short time. His wines are bright, energetic, and concentrated and show wonderful structure.

    Organic viticulture is practiced in each of the plots, and from there the grapes are treated with utmost care. After sorting in the vineyard, all bunches are destemmed gently to preserve full berries, and vinification takes place in cement and wooden vats, with macerations lasting two to three weeks with gentle pump-overs and occasional punch-downs. The village wines are aged 12-14 months and the rest for about 18 months in new to three–year-old oak, depending on the cuvee and vintage.

    Other Reviews....
    Aromas of sweet berries, plums and loamy soil introduce the 2021 Bourgogne Rouge, a medium-bodied, supple and fleshy wine that's seamless, giving and open-knit.
    87-88 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

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    2021 Domaine Benoit Chevallier Vosne-Romanee
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $365. 00
    Bottle
    $4380.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    Benoit is the 4th generation of Chevallier vignerons in Vosne-Romanée, and from 2018 has taken over production of the domaine. One of the rare and exciting new names in Burgundy that are working their estate owned vines, Benoit has hit the ground running in very short time. His wines are bright, energetic, and concentrated and show wonderful structure.

    Organic viticulture is practiced in each of the plots, and from there the grapes are treated with utmost care. After sorting in the vineyard, all bunches are destemmed gently to preserve full berries, and vinification takes place in cement and wooden vats, with macerations lasting two to three weeks with gentle pump-overs and occasional punch-downs. The village wines are aged 12-14 months and the rest for about 18 months in new to three–year-old oak, depending on the cuvee and vintage.

    Other Reviews....
    Aromas of sweet red berries, plums, petals and spices preface the 2021 Vosne-Romanée Village, a medium-bodied, blithe and lively wine with supple tannins and good depth at the core. It's the usual blend of lieux-dits Ravioles, Colombière, Aux Ormes, Jacquines and Croix Blanches.
    88-90 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

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    2022 Terrazas de los Andes Reserva Chardonnay
    Mendoza, ARGENTINA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2023-2027)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Bright pale straw to straw colour with touches of green around the edges and a watery hue. Delicate aromas of nectarine, pear and grapefruit intermix with subtle biscuity nougat and gun flint notes. Ripe peach and nectarine fruits are delivered with good intensity complimented by traces of grapefruit, dried honey, nougat and spicy biscuity oak across the back half. Gently creamy in its texture it finishes with good freshness and a long, refined Burgundy like conclusion.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

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    Delamere Cuvee
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $39. 99
    Bottle
    $479.88 Dozen
    ABV: 12.9%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    Pours with a fluffy white mousse which holds well over a pale straw coloured base that has an exceptionally fine bead flowing through it. Attractive citrus, baked bread and yeast lees aromas drift through the nostrils followed by hints of brioche and chalk. Richly flavoured the palate features baked bread, pear and citrus characters over a yeast lees back drop. Dry chalk tinged finish with crisp acidity and a long gently creamed aftertaste.
    Alc. 12.9%

    Other Reviews….
    A blend of 68/32% chardonnay/pinot noir with 27% old oak stored reserve wine of four vintages blended into the 2021 base. On tirage 15 months, dosage 5g/L. Pale straw in the glass with a fine persistent bead. Aromas of crunchy green apple, lemon, grapefruit and juicy white peach undercut by hints of crushed stone, white flowers, sea spray, cut fennel and lighter tones of apple danish and almond meal. Excellent tension and drive across the palate with a porcelain line of acidity, pure citrus and apple tones finishing long, true and moreish. Drink by 2030.
    94 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2019 Ceretto Barolo
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $190. 00
    Bottle
    $2280.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The Ceretto family are pioneers in Piedmont, and much of their international renown has been built on their fastidious work in the vineyards, and their (at the time) revolutionary approach to promoting the concept of cru wines in the region. This idea of highlighting specific vineyards chosen for their enduring excellence was something Bruno and Marcello Ceretto learnt after visiting Burgundy in the 1960's. Applying this approach to Barolo and Barbaresco has further elevated these wines to now be counted amongst the most appreciated and prestigious wines in the world.

    Other Reviews....
    Already showing white truffle, plum, and meat on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied with firm and chewy tannins that are polished and racy. Needs time to open. Better after 2026.
    94 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2019 Ceretto Barolo Rocche di Castiglione
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $430. 00
    Bottle
    $5160.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    The Ceretto family are pioneers in Piedmont, and much of their international renown has been built on their fastidious work in the vineyards, and their (at the time) revolutionary approach to promoting the concept of cru wines in the region. This idea of highlighting specific vineyards chosen for their enduring excellence was something Bruno and Marcello Ceretto learnt after visiting Burgundy in the 1960's. Applying this approach to Barolo and Barbaresco has further elevated these wines to now be counted amongst the most appreciated and prestigious wines in the world.

    Other Reviews....
    Now in its second vintage, the organic Ceretto 2019 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is just phenomenal. The wine balances power, texture and bouquet with a pretty set of aromas that recall redcurrant, plump cherry, rusty nail and earthy iris root. Wines from Castiglione Falletto always have a very etched or focused quality, and I think you will discover that here. Drink 2025 - 2048.
    96+ points
    Monica Larner - Wine Advocate (Aug 25, 2023)

    The 2019 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is all class. It emerges from a small sliver of land in Rocche di Castiglione proper, which is just below the Ceretto family's Bricco Rocche property. Elegant and nuanced, the 2019 is a gorgeous, aromatic Barolo that captures all the finesse of this site. Silky tannins give this weightless, intense Barolo tons of sheer appeal, even in the early going. Drink 2029-2044.
    95 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    Red cherries with dried flowers and fresh leather on the nose. Hints of smoke. Full to medium body. Firm and chewy tannins. Needs time to soften. Better after 2025.
    94 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2020 Ceretto Barbaresco Bernadot
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $390. 00
    Bottle
    $4680.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    The Ceretto family are pioneers in Piedmont, and much of their international renown has been built on their fastidious work in the vineyards, and their (at the time) revolutionary approach to promoting the concept of cru wines in the region. This idea of highlighting specific vineyards chosen for their enduring excellence was something Bruno and Marcello Ceretto learnt after visiting Burgundy in the 1960's. Applying this approach to Barolo and Barbaresco has further elevated these wines to now be counted amongst the most appreciated and prestigious wines in the world.

    Other Reviews....
    The organic 2020 Barbaresco Bernadot offers a darker fruit performance with black cherry and blackcurrant. Like the other wines from this hot and sunny vintage, you taste the ripeness of the fruit and some background softness that comes with the territory (and the growing season). The Ceretto team delivers a deft hand, and you'll notice the etched sharpness and focus of the wine in terms of mouthfeel. Drink 2025 - 2043.
    94 points
    Monica Larner - Wine Advocate (Aug 25, 2023)

    The 2020 Barbaresco Bernardot is a super-classic Barbaresco from Treiso. Dried cherry, spice, tobacco, leather, incense and cedar all grace this understated, exquisite Barbaresco. Time in the glass brings out compelling inner sweetness and perfume. This is such a gorgeous wine. Drink 2025-2038.
    94 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    Very floral with orange blossom, iron, cedar, and dried spice. Medium body, firm and slightly lean in the middle palate. Firm and racy. Lightly chewy. Needs a couple of years to soften. Drink after 2025.
    92 points
    JamesSuckling.com

    Beautiful florality and almost baked cherry sweets - cherry drops - on the nose, rose, Caramac bars, vanilla, white chocolate and lavender - an infusion of sweet, fruit and floral elements. Statuesque on the palate, ripe and massy, but so well textured - like crushed velvet with a powdery and also fleshy aspect to the tannins so they expand and fill the mouth and leave a lingering chalky, powdery salinity on the tongue and cheeks. Round, ample yet defined and detailed, so much going on but with no one element overpowering another building to a really impressive overall impression. Acidity is beautiful, and there are cola flecks that give the freshness and savoury touch. The power shines at the end where the tannins constrict and just grip the final flavour, so you know this is a big wine with long ageing potential. A deliciou addition to the Place de Bordeaux this year. Drink 2023 - 2033.
    94 points
    Georgina Hindle - Decanter

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    2020 Ceretto Barbaresco Asili
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $599. 00
    Bottle
    $7188.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    The Ceretto family are pioneers in Piedmont, and much of their international renown has been built on their fastidious work in the vineyards, and their (at the time) revolutionary approach to promoting the concept of cru wines in the region. This idea of highlighting specific vineyards chosen for their enduring excellence was something Bruno and Marcello Ceretto learnt after visiting Burgundy in the 1960's. Applying this approach to Barolo and Barbaresco has further elevated these wines to now be counted amongst the most appreciated and prestigious wines in the world.

    Other Reviews....
    The Ceretto 2020 Barbaresco Asili (a certified organic wine) embraces purple fruit flavors with summer plum mostly and some blackcurrant. The wine opens to a dark garnet color with the benefit of that pretty transparency that comes with Nebbiolo. The Asili seems to carry a little more fruit weight and power in this warm vintage. Drink 2025 - 2044.
    95 points
    Monica Larner - Wine Advocate (Aug 25, 2023)

    The 2020 Barbaresco Asili is quite simply textbook Asili. Fragrant and silky, with tremendous fruit purity and class to burn, the 2020 is so impressive. All the elements are so well balanced in a Barbaresco that impresses with its pedigree. A long, beautifully persistent finish rounds things out in style. Drink 2025-2040.
    95 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    Extremely spicy with rose stem, orange peel, and some cedar cuttings. Full-bodied, very chewy tannins. Almost leathery. Turns minerally and irony. This needs time to soften. Better after 2026.
    95 points
    JamesSuckling.com

    If there is a MGA which benefits from the volume of 2020 vintage it is Asili which is well known for its lean, pure elegance. Parma violet is wrapped up in watermelon fruit, leafy lightness and a floor of spices among smoky woodland, liquorice and roots. The lush fruit on the palate is sustained by crisp acidity and dense, silky tannins with a grippy finish due to its youth, soaked with a savoury blood orange aftertaste. A super-elegant Asili with volume. A great wine. Drink 2023 - 2040.
    98 points
    Aldo Fiordelli - Decanter

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    2009 Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs Vintage Champagne
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $399. 00
    Bottle
    $4788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Disgorged during the second quarter of 2022 with a dosage of 3.75 grams per liter, the 2009 Brut Blanc de Blancs Cuvée Louis Salmon reveals aromas of pear, lemon oil, mandarin oil, white pepper, pastry and almonds. Medium to full-bodied, chiseled and long, it has a crystalline yet vinous texture with a fresh, salty finish. It is a quintessential representation of Billecart's style, characterized by racy acids and a lively palate. It derives from Chardonnay grapes sourced from the villages of Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly and Cramant and was aged exclusively in steel tanks. Drink 2023 - 2040.
    95 points
    Yohan Castaing - Wine Advocate (Nov 17, 2023)

    This is showing an array of almonds, frangipani, dried lemons, apricots, pastries and white chocolate, evolving to salted caramel. Fantastic complexity and all in balance, with firm focus yet open and delicious. Creamy, very fine bubbles. Salty, turning chalky and mineral at the end. Drink or hold.
    96 points
    JamesSuckling.com

    The 2009 Champagne Blanc De Blancs Louis Salmon Brut comes from Mesnil, Cramant and Chouilly and was all fermented in stainless steel tank. Since 2009 was a warmer vintage, they did not use wood, as they were looking to preserve the freshness of the wine. A seductive wine that’s almost identical in appearance to the 2017 Blanc de Blancs, this 2009 jumps from the glass with a buoyant personality in its perfume of lemon custard, honeysuckle, fresh brioche, a hint of almond, and juicy pear. Full-bodied, its wonderfully rich texture coats the palate with citrus oils, and it has a finish that won’t quit. It balances its warmth and solar feel with a lovely embrace and retains a powerful yet balanced finish. Drink 2024-2040. 3.8 grams per liter dosage.
    97 points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

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    2021 Hudelot-Noellat Chambolle-Musigny
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $299. 00
    Bottle
    $3588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Ripe and fresh aromas include those of plum, red and dark cherry and a whiff of crushed fennel. The sleek, wonderfully refined and equally energetic flavors exude a subtle bead of minerality on the lacy, focused and bitter pit fruit-inflected finale. This is very "Chambollesque". Drink through 2026+.
    87-90 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    Wafting from the glass with aromas of sweet red berries, plums, petals and forest floor, the 2021 Chambolle-Musigny Village is medium-bodied, supple and vibrant, with lively acids, attractive purity of fruit and a long, saline finish.
    88-90 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

    The 2021 Chambolle-Musigny Village has a well-defined bouquet with dark berry fruit, touches of wilted iris flower and incense. Very attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fine acidity, but it attenuates a littles towards the finish. Fine sapidity, but just missing a bit of flair. Drink 2025-2036.
    87-89 points
    Neal Martin - Vinous

    A fine plump mid purple. There is a depth of fine raspberry fruit, darkish in register, Fresh red pepper behind at the back, the vintage style indicating bare maturity – but that is fine for my palate. Drink from 2025-2028.
    88-91 points
    Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

    2022 Keller Limestone (off-dry) Riesling
    Rheinhessen, GERMANY
    $69. 99
    Bottle
    $839.88 Dozen
    ABV: 9.5%
    Closure: Cork

    It would be no exaggeration to say Weingut Keller consistently produce the finest dry Rieslings in the world, a fact proven year after year since Klaus-Peter Keller took over the reins from his father in 2001. Along with his wife Julia, Klaus-Peter has continued to prioritise the quality of dry wine produced at the estate, and these are now some of the most sought after and collected wines on the planet.

    Sourced predominantly from the Hubacker and Kirchspiel 'GG' sites, the limestone presents incredibly concentrated fruit and spice along with a gentle touch of sweetness, Sabre-like acidity brought together in seamless balance.

    2022 Keller Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) & Chardonnay
    Rheinhessen, GERMANY
    $69. 99
    Bottle
    $839.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13%

    It would be no exaggeration to say Weingut Keller consistently produce the finest dry Rieslings in the world, a fact proven year after year since Klaus-Peter Keller took over the reins from his father in 2001. Along with his wife Julia, Klaus-Peter has continued to prioritise the quality of dry wine produced at the estate, and these are now some of the most sought after and collected wines on the planet.

    Not content with crafting the finest Riesling, the Keller family are also rather adept with Burgundy varietals. This Weissurgunder (Pinot Blanc) & Chardonnay is Felix Keller's take on white Burgundy utilising grapes from across Dalsheim.

    2017 Pascal Agrapart Mineral Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne Grand Cru
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $345. 00
    Bottle
    $4140.00 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Champagne Pascal Agrapart is one of the great grower producers, based at the heart of the Cote des Blancs in the grand cru village of Avize. Pascal has the reputation for being a grape grower first and Champagne producer second; a philosophy shared with his son Ambroise who is now in charge of production. Ambroise and the team works an astonishing 70-plus micro-plots in the Cote des Blancs, mostly in Avize, but also in Cramant, Oiry, Oger, Avenay-Val-d’Or, Bergeres-les-Vertus and Mardeuil. All of these parcels are ploughed, and no chemical pesticides, fertilisers or herbicides are ever used. Production is very small, with no more than 6,000 cases produced in any given year.

    Mineral is blended from two adjacent vieilles vignes plots (50-plus years old) on the border between Avize and Cramant, where the vine roots plunge straight into the chalky bedrock. The fruit from Le Champ Bouton in Avize fermented in tank, while the component from Les Bionnes in Cramant was vinified in 600-litre oak casks. The wine spent just over five years on lees and was dosed at 3g/L.

    • Packaging may vary
    2017 Pascal Agrapart Mineral Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne Grand Cru Magnum (1500ml)
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $850. 00
    Bottle
    $10200.00 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Champagne Pascal Agrapart is one of the great grower producers, based at the heart of the Cote des Blancs in the grand cru village of Avize. Pascal has the reputation for being a grape grower first and Champagne producer second; a philosophy shared with his son Ambroise who is now in charge of production. Ambroise and the team works an astonishing 70-plus micro-plots in the Cote des Blancs, mostly in Avize, but also in Cramant, Oiry, Oger, Avenay-Val-d’Or, Bergeres-les-Vertus and Mardeuil. All of these parcels are ploughed, and no chemical pesticides, fertilisers or herbicides are ever used. Production is very small, with no more than 6,000 cases produced in any given year.

    Mineral is blended from two adjacent vieilles vignes plots (50-plus years old) on the border between Avize and Cramant, where the vine roots plunge straight into the chalky bedrock. The fruit from Le Champ Bouton in Avize fermented in tank, while the component from Les Bionnes in Cramant was vinified in 600-litre oak casks. The wine spent just over five years on lees and was dosed at 3g/L.

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    2019 Hubert Lignier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $950. 00
    Bottle
    $11400.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    Domaine Hubert Lignier is one of Burgundy’s finest addresses, producing wines that show profound depth, complexity, and structure with capacity for wonderful development in the cellar. Winemaking is quite traditional, with grapes being de-stemmed and fermented in open-top cement tanks with natural yeasts. Elevage is around 18 months for the Bourgogne and village wines, while the premier and grand cru wines remain in barrel for 20-24 months. All wines are bottled without fining or filtration.

    Other Reviews....
    This too displays a vague whiff of volatile acidity but it's sufficiently subtle as to essentially be a non-issue on the earthy aromas of dark currant and plum. There is beguiling energy to the delineated and focused middle weight flavors that are not as concentrated but, somewhat surprisingly, they are finer thanks to the fine-grained tannins shaping the mildly austere and sneaky long finish. Note that my projected range assumes that the VA will remain at its presently very low level. Drink through 2031+.
    92-94 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    Deeper and more structured than the Griotte, Lignier's 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with notes of blackcurrants, cherries, sweet soil tones, wilted rose petals and spices. Medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, it's ample and voluminous, with velvety tannins, succulent acids and a broad, expansive finish.
    93-95 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 15, 2021)

    Situated in Mazoyères, the 2019 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is well defined on the nose with precise black fruit laced with blueberry and light violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit laced with graphite, quite strict and linear with good grip on the finish. One of the more structured Charmes-Chambertins that you will find in this vintage. Just one barrel made in 2019. Drink 2025-2050.
    93-95 points
    Neal Martin - Vinous

    The plot was bought in 1978 and the vines were old then. One of the deeper colours in the cellar, concentrated floral notes, good acidity, extra weight of fruit, lively with the little mineral touches at the back, sweetly classy, light raspberry notes, absolute purity, with constant waves of flavour.
    96-98 points
    Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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    2020 Hubert Lignier Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $999. 00
    Bottle
    $11988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Domaine Hubert Lignier is one of Burgundy’s finest addresses, producing wines that show profound depth, complexity, and structure with capacity for wonderful development in the cellar. Winemaking is quite traditional, with grapes being de-stemmed and fermented in open-top cement tanks with natural yeasts. Elevage is around 18 months for the Bourgogne and village wines, while the premier and grand cru wines remain in barrel for 20-24 months. All wines are bottled without fining or filtration.

    Other Reviews....
    Discreet, even understated, aromas of exuberant and very pretty dark currant, ripe plum, spice and marked notes of herbal tea and floral wisps. There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the borderline creamy but powerful and punchy medium weight plus flavors that are shaped by a firm but not really austere tannic spine supporting the wonderfully persistent finish. Once again, everything is in place such that this too should age gracefully. Drink through 2032+.
    92-94 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has turned out especially well, wafting from the glass with aromas of peonies, sweet wild berries, orange rind, loamy soil and rose petals. Full-bodied, layered and seamless, with velvety tannins and an ample core of vibrant, perfumed fruit, it concludes with a long, seamless finish. This may well emerge as Lignier's finest Charmes of the 2018, 2019 and 2020 trio.
    93-95 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

    The 2020 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, from Mazoyères, contains one-third whole bunch this year. That comes through on the nose: this will need some time to fully integrated those stems. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very silky in texture with a slightly powdery, candied finish. Charming, if just missing a little grip that would have warranted a higher score. Drink 2028-2048.
    92-94 points
    Neal Martin - Vinous

    In the Mazoyères section. Generous deep, exuberant purple. Heady deep raspberry notes, flamboyant and enticing, peonies too. Very Charmes in its upfront energy but with a bit of Mazoyères minerality behind. The fruit stretches out very nicely to the back of the mouth. 13.6% alcohol.
    93-96 points
    Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

    The fruit has a lovely black cherry sucrosity, with notes of rose petal and spice. The texture is silky, with lots of finesse, yet not lacking in density. Lignier remarks: 'It's less like the fleshy side of Gevrey and more like a Morey-St-Denis'. Lignier's 0.10ha parcel of Charmes lies in Mazoyères, near Les Combottes, and not far from the Morey border. Drink 2025 - 2050.
    95 points
    Charles Curtis MW - Decanter

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    2016 Oremus (Vega Sicilia) Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos (500ml)
    Tokaji, HUNGARY
    $190. 00
    Bottle
    $2280.00 Dozen
    ABV: 11.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Tokaji Aszú is a noble sweet wine made by blending dried and noble rotten berries to a dry base wine. Taste and quality of the Aszú mainly depend on the number of hods (puttonyos) filled with dry berries (25 kilograms each), which are added to a cask (Gönc type, 136 liters) of dry base wine. Consequently, the proportion between aszú berries and dry base wine is about 1:1 for a 6 puttonyos Aszú. Aszú Eszencia is made with the same process, and is a classification above 6 puttonyos where the ratio of noble dry berries to wine is more akin to 7-10 puttonyos. This is not to be confused with Tokaji Essencia which is a fermentation of just the free run juice of the dried noble berries as they rest in the vat.

    Other Reviews....
    A gorgeous, gossamer-weight sweetie, creamy in texture yet beautifully balanced by vivid, mouthwatering acidity. Flavors of tangerine and mango explode on the palate, accented by rich hints of toffee and roasted hazelnut and fragrant notes of jasmine, lemon oil, black tea leaf and pickled ginger. Reveals a briny tang of iodine that cleans the lasting finish. Furmint, Hárslevelü, Zéta and Sárga Muskotály. Drink now through 2036.
    95 points
    Alison Napjus - Wine Spectator

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    Longrow 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2020 bottling
    Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
    $1599. 00
    Bottle
    $19188.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    Collectors note: Springbank's labels almost always arrive with minor wearing and markings, most often to the top of the front labels. This is unavoidable. If you are likely to be disappointed by minor label scuffing, we recommend you don't buy these whiskies. Slight bruising to gift box.

    Like the Local Barleys, the annual Longrow limited editions have garnered a cult following. Ever since 1973, a run of twice-distilled peated malt has been produced at Springbank (Springbank itself is two and a half times distilled). Named after an earlier distillery in Campbeltown, Longrow's creation was prompted by a whisky shortage. According to Serge Valentin, it shares parallels with Tobermory’s Ledaig and Clynelish’s Brora. All were created because Islay whisky was in short supply after severe droughts in the late 1960s, and because of the temporary closure of Caol Ila. Expect a peaty punch. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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    Chandon Etoile
    AUSTRALIA
    $110. 00
    Bottle
    $1320.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2023-2031)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    Etoile is Chandon’s master blend of eight outstanding reserve wines. A buoyant mousse shows good hold over a pale straw, gold tinged base that has a steady stream of nibble bubbles flowing through it. Greeting the nostrils are aromatics of pear, baked bread and oily toast like scents followed by some roasted almond and yeast lees notes. Mouth filling pear, baked bread, citrus and yeast lees flavours are sculptured by vivid acidity with some roasted almond and ginger characters resonating through the back half. Slightly oily yet vibrant texture. Finishes very dry and tense with a long chalk tinged aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews....
    A true multi-vintage blend of eight years of Chandon’s Vintage Brut reserve wines held in barrel dating back to 2005. You’d think it might be too heavy and complex – but in fact it has exceptional balance, poise and length, with flavours spanning white peach to croissant, leading to a lingering fresh finish.
    97 points
    James Halliday's Top 100 2023

    An inaugural release. This is a true multi-vintage blend of eight years of Chandon’s Vintage Brut reserve wines held in barrel dating back to 2005, which may have been too heavy and complex. In fact, it has exceptional balance, poise and length, with flavours spanning white peach to croissant leading to a lingering fresh finish. Drink by 2028.
    97 points
    James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion

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    2019 Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
    Napa Valley, California, UNITED STATES
    $84. 99
    Bottle
    $1019.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2023-2028)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    The 2019 Napa Valley Cabernet is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec. The fruit is sourced from various sub-appellations within the Napa Valley, each selected for their unique qualities that contribute to the overall blend, and it's expression of the region. About half of the grapes are from Oakville, known for deep, well-drained soils that create rich, smooth wines with gentle tannins. Other parts of the blend come from Stags Leap District, Oak Knoll, Yountville, and Rutherford. This wine aims to capture the essence of the Napa Valley.

    Other Reviews....
    Lovely cabernet notes of bell pepper, blackcurrants, blackberry leaves and cassis, together with some cocoa powder. I like the freshness. Medium body and creamy, powdery tannins. Juicy and extremely drinkable. 80% cabernet sauvignon, the rest merlot, cabernet franc, petit verdot and some malbec. Drink from 2023.
    92 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

    The base 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is certainly impressive, and since there are roughly 90,000 cases, it’s an incredible achievement. Classic darker currants, tobacco leaf, truffly earth, and spicy oak all define the bouquet, and it’s medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannins, terrific balance, and outstanding length. Based off 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec, buy a case and enjoy bottles over the coming 10-15 years. Drink 2022 - 2037.
    92 Points
    JebDunnuck.com

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    2015 Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $160. 00
    Bottle
    $1920.00 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    A blend of 50% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Meunier sourced from selected Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards with an average of 5 years on lees. A plentiful mousse slowly dissipates to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges. Very persistent and fine bead. Pronounced citrus and yeast lees aromas mingle with baked bread, almond, chalk and subtle toast. Racy and tense the palate is vividly sculptured by crisp acidity with citrus, oily toast and yeast lees characters melding into a dry chalky back drop of oyster shells and minerals. Airy mouth feel finishing long and stimulating.
    Alc. 12.5%

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    Paul Giraud Noblesse Grand Champagne Cognac (500ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $3100. 00
    Bottle
    $37200.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Paul Giraud's 'Noblesse' is a stunning composition marrying incredible depth of age with youthful vibrancy (a small percentage is aged in demijohns). It boasts a sublime perfume of figs, nectarines, dried apricots, ripe peaches as well as sandalwood, cigar box, manuka honey, sprinklings of pepper and liquorice root and resonates with a slow, intense flood of wood spices, nectarine, fig and dried apricot flavours combined with precision-tuned astringency. Six decades finds the wood (almost) too much; However Giraud's oldest bottlings are noted for their ethereal return from the back palate. You get it here in an encore that completely defies expectations: a haunting, sustained aftertaste hinting at orchard fruits, acacia, jasmine and rose water that unfolds over several minutes. Beautifully harmonised, this mature and totally evolved cognac will show its best after decanting or ample air contact. Highest recommendation. At the time of writing, just one bottle is available. 40% Alc./Vol.

    One of a declining number of first rate producers who resisted the tide of multinational take overs in Cognac, Paul Giraud's Grande Champagne range are created from a magical 35 hectares in Bouteville and in St. Même-les-Carrières. Combining traditional methods with a modern take on production, he avoids chemicals or pesticides and colouring additives in the final blends. Hand harvests are the norm, ensuring careful treatment of the grapes to yield the finest eau-de-vie. Representing one of the high points in his collection to date, 'Noblesse' comes packaged to impress in a bi-fold, lacquered timber box housing a weighty, engraved decanter and stopper.

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    2021 Greenock Creek Casey’s Block Shiraz
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $39. 99
    Bottle
    $479.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2023-2027)
    ABV: 15.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Super dense inky black in colour with a very deep black dark red hue. Wafting out of the glass are black plum and liquorice scents followed by some vanillin oak, fennel and pepper notes. Rich and luscious the full bodied palate is awash with succulent black plum and liquorice fruits which intermesh with black cherry, fennel, vanillin cedar and peppered earth elements. Polished yet nicely built tannin structure. Excellent power concluding medium to long and lavishly fruited.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 15.5%

    Other Reviews….
    The 2010-planted Casey’s block, which runs parallel to Alice's block, occupies some prime Seppeltsfield real estate. I guess you could call this one of Greenock Creek's 'entry level' wines, though it punches well above that weight class. Packed with intensely concentrated liqueur cherry and plum fruits with spice and hints of roasting meats, pressed flowers, dark chocolate, espresso and dried stone fruits. Toothsome tannins and a rich, velvety exit wrap up proceedings. Drink by 2033.
    92 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2021 Greenock Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $54. 99
    Bottle
    $659.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2023-2028)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Impenetrable inky black colour with a deep dark red black hue. Sailing out of the glass are ripe blackcurrant aromas infused with cedary tobacco, dried herb, dusty earth and spicy black olive notes. Dense, lavish and solidly built the full bodied palate is flush with rich blackcurrant and dark cherry fruit which over shadows a cedary tobacco, dried herb, black olive and spice back drop. A ripe sturdy tannin structure imparts a chewy feel onto the otherwise opulent conclusion that shows plenty of length.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews…
    Sourced from a 1991-planted, 1.6h block of cabernet sauvignon that sits on the western side of Greenock Creek. Nary a herbaceous note in sight, the wine presents a rolling swell of red and blackberry and cherry fruits, cut with spice and cedar along with hints of crème de cassis, roasting game and turned earth. Fine, toothsome tannins and a bright sapid line of acidity provide ample cadence and support, finishing long, spicy and awash in pure fruit. Drink by 2025.
    95 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    • ABV may vary
    Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    County Cork, IRELAND
    $79. 99
    Bottle
    $959.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43.2%

    James Power was originally a coaching innkeeper of Thomas Street in Dublin,  when in 1791 he founded a small distillery by converting the hostelry into a distillery. By the turn of the century James was joined in the business by his son John. By 1809 the business had become a limited company under the name of John Power and Son with the father remaining in charge. In 1871 the distillery was rebuilt in classic Victorian style occupying almost 7 acres. It was one of Dublin's most impressive sights employing approximately 300 people. The last member of the Board with the Power name was Sir Thomas Talbot Power who died in 1936, although ownership remained in the family through his sisters. Powers remained a leading player in the industry until 1966 when they merged with the only two remaining distillers in the Irish republic, Cork Distillers Company and their long time rivals John Jameson & Son. Together these three distilleries formed the Irish Distillers Group. In 1989 the Pernod Ricard empire successfully bid against Gilbey's and Guinness-Cantrell-Cochran to become the new owners of the Irish Distillers Group which also includes Bushmills Distillery in the North of Ireland bought by the group in the 1970's. On Pernod Ricard's success the last four members of the old distilling families of Dublin and Cork resigned.

    Powers was the first Whiskey company to sell their whiskey in miniature bottles called 'Baby Powers'. Today, Powers is one of the top selling Irish whiskeys sold in Ireland. Originally a pure pot still it is now produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork as a blend of triple distilled pot still and grain whiskeys. 43.2% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Nose: rugged pot still and beefed up by some pretty nippy grain. Taste: pulsing spices and mouth watering rock hard pot still. The sweetness is a bit unusual but you can just chew that barley...Classic stuff! 96 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020

    • Nicks Import
    V2C Dutch Dry Gin (700ml)
    NETHERLANDS
    $110. 00
    Bottle
    $1320.00 Dozen
    ABV: 41.5%

    At the turn of the millennium four young men became friends during their studies in Maastricht, The Netherlands. The place to be, there and then, was the famous Victor de Stuersstraat 2c. A place for good gin and great times - the spirit of which is continued in their gin. V2C gin begins and ends with its ingredients; namely, with the freshest juniper, angelica, orange, licorice, and laurel, subtly spiced with coriander, cardamom, lemon and ginger for sophistication. 41.5% Alc./Vol.

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    Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2023 Edition Sherry Cask Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $189. 99
    Bottle
    $2279.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    Loch Gorm is the name given to Kilhcoman's annual sherry matured limited edition. Named after Islay’s largest freshwater lake neighbouring the distillery, the dark murky colour of the loch’s water is reflected in the whisky's rich coppery tones derived from a full-term maturation in oloroso casks. The 2023 edition is composed of 23 barrels from three separate years, the youngest of which was distilled in 2015. Expect a heady mix of sea breeze, roasted dark fruits, nuts and light ashy peat smoke. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... muscular, deep and unpredictable in its development, it certainly has a unique fingerprint. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

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