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  2016 Giuseppe Quintarelli Rosso Ca del Merlo

  Veneto, ITALY

  $270. 00

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  ABV: 15%

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  Giuseppe Quintarelli was known as ‘the Master of the Veneto’, and is the name behind one of the most renowned estates in Italy. Sadly, Giuseppe passed away in early 2012 and he leaves behind a legacy of producing remarkable wines with an outstanding philosophy, to his eldest daughter who continues to carry on the tradition of this great estate. With their easily recognisable hand scripted labels, these wines offer at glimpse into one of the world’s most faithful artisanal winemakers who was an ultimate believer in letting nature do her thing and in order for wines to reach their ultimate potential these wines were only released when he deemed them to be ready.

  This wine is one of their single vineyard bottling - typically made from Corvina, Rondinella, Cabernet Franc and supporting varieties - the Ca’ del Merlo is aged for seven years before bottling. It undergoes a second fermentation in contact with the lees of Quintarelli’s Amarone, in the Italian tradition of Ripasso, thereby utilising byproducts of the legendary latter to add a layer of complexity to the already high-quality base wine.

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  The Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ca’ del Merlot [sic] is distinctly savory in the glass, with a thrust of wild herbs that evolves into fresh picked strawberries and wet stone. This is a model of purity and balance, with brilliant acidity that propels its crisp wild berry fruits as violet inner florals collect toward the close. Further elevated by a hint of confectionary spice, it tapers off remarkably fresh and vivid, with a blueberry tinge and dusty tannins that promise a lovely evolution. This is a gorgeous interpretation of Cà dal Merlo. It's a blend of 80% Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, with 20% Cabernet and Merlot, with half of the grapes dried for two months and the other half pressed fresh after harvest. Drink 2025-2032.
  94+ points
  Eric Guido - Vinous

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• Deanston Tequila Cask Finish 15 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

  $199. 99

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  ABV: 52.5%

  This is reported to be the first ever Single Malt Scotch whisky to have been finished in a cask that previously held Tequila. The experimental, limited-edition is described as a spirit that's rich yet dry on the palate, bursting with flavours of caramelised agave, toasted almonds, baked apples, custard and warming spice.  52.5% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Vaucrains Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $490. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Les Vaucrains is located further up the slope from Les Saint-Georges and Les Cailles, and completes the trio of standout vineyards in Nuit-Saint-Georges. It's also the most powerful and concentrated wine in the range, and is shown after Les Saint-Georges when tasting at the Domaine. Chevillon's plot is on the lower portion of the vineyard, granting is some more depth of fruit than some other producers of Les Vaucrains.

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  A slightly more deeply pitched nose combines notes of spice, red and dark currant, plum and plenty of humus-inflected forest floor character. The sleek and almost painfully intense larger-bodied flavors possess exquisite detail as well as focused power that really builds as the solidly complex and lingering finish sits on the palate. As one would expect in the 2021 vintage, this doesn't have its usual volume, but the balance is impeccable. Highly recommended. Drink through 2036+.
  92-95 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Vaucrains unwinds to reveal aromas of dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of baking chocolate, forest floor and spices. Medium to full-bodied, rich and concentrated, it's a powerful, structured wine that's broader-shouldered than the more suave, elegant Cailles and Les Saint-Georges, but which is also exceptionally characterful.
  92-94 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  The deepest core in the purple colour and the sturdiest most upright bouquet. This is not about sensuality but there is a youthful majesty that is most appealing, a fresh finish, even a saline touch. Everything perfectly in place for a great bottle in the medium term, and maybe longer. Drink from 2029-2038.
  94-96 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Cailles Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $490. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Along with Les Vaucrains and the eponymous Les Saint-Georges vineyard, Les Cailles is one of the most highly regarded parcels in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Bordering Les Saint-Georges, Les Cailles produces wines which often rival those of its neighbour, and while they may not display the outright power they are perhaps more refined here.

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  Classic ruby color. As is often the case chez Chevillon, this is the most elegant wine in the range with its spicy, ultra-fresh and restrained nose that mixes both red and dark pinot fruit, violet and sandalwood. The equally restrained, cool and intense middleweight flavors are notably finer with superb detail and ample minerality on the moderately austere, balanced and strikingly lengthy finish that is shaped by fine-grained tannins. This is at once stylish and very classy. Drink through 2033+.
  92-95 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles wafts from the glass with aromas of sweet red berries and plums mingled with rose petals, spices and orange zest. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and elegant, it's an ample, suave, sensual wine with lively acids and beautifully refined tannins.
  92-94 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  Rather a classy nose albeit also showing a little touch of recent oak. Medium purple. Firmer tannins but surrounded by the dark raspberry fruit. This will harmonise. It is not the most demonstrative wine in the cellar, but all is there. Drink from 2027-2033.
  91-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Pruliers Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  The slope in Les Pruliers is moderate though steep towards the top of the vineyard. Despite the slope there is still a good proportion of gravel here, and can lead to wines with generous fruit weight and presence. Chevillon produces a deep and firm example of Les Pruliers that can often rival Les Vaucrains for the most powerful wine in the portfolio.

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  A darker fruit profile presents notes of plum, dark currant and plenty of earth and game wisps. There is both fine power and richness to the big-bodied if less refined flavors that display fine length on the robust and moderately rustic finale. This isn't as dense as it usually is but even so, there is no lack of size and weight. Patience again suggested as this is definitely built to repay extended keeping. Drink through 2033+.
  91-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Scents of red berries, dark chocolate, orange zest, sweet spices and loamy soil preface the 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers, a medium to full-bodied, lively and concentrated wine that's built around sweet, powdery tannins, and which concludes with a mouthwatering finish. The Pruliers often needs a lot of time, but this 2021 looks set to be unusually approachable, even if it also has the substance and structure to age.
  91-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  A full bright purple. I love this nose. On the lifted side of plums, nothing heavy here, and with a sumptuous raspberry seedless feel on the palate, the fruit runs easily, fluidly to the finish, fine tannins, no overt oakiness. Drink from 2027-2033.
  92-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Chaignots Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Soils in Les Chaignots are more alluvial than in other areas of the village, with more chalk and gravel and very little clay. The site has a gentle slope with good drainage, and the vines here grow deep to access water and nutrients. Located at the northern end of Nuits, wines from Les Chaignots display intense floral aromatics with fruity nuances and great concentration.

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  As is usually the case, the expressive nose is quite spicy, indeed blind this could aromatically pass for a Vosne with its pretty plum, dark berry and exotic tea scents. The rich and quite generous yet refined and pure medium-bodied flavors exude a subtle minerality on the bitter pit fruit-inflected finale. Lovely and understated. Drink through 2029+.
  90-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots is very pretty, bursting with aromas of red berries, coniferous forest floor, peonies and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with lively acids and beautifully refined tannins, it will offer a broad drinking window.
  90-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  A sound reliable purple, a plump and really rather gorgeous nose, more fruit than flowers, but properly juicy, balanced by correct acidity and very long. I would not want the fruit to taste any riper, but it is lovely as it is. Drink from 2026-2031.
  91-93 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Roncieres Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Les Roncieres is a steep vineyard with poor, pale soils covered with white stones and gravelly shale. The early-ripening site produces wines which can show a slight wild edge to them, bramble fruit with a linear structure; quintessential Nuits-Saint-Georges.

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  An exuberantly fresh nose freely offers up a combination of various dark berries, newly turned earth and plenty of sauvage character. The rich, generous and punchy flavors possess a bit more volume on the tightly wound and impressively long finish. This overtly mineral-driven effort is a combination of refinement and focused power. Patience absolutely advised. Drink through 2033+.
  91-94 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Scents of sweet blackberries, licorice, dark chocolate and loamy soil introduce the 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Roncières, a medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy wine, with powdery tannins that assert themselves on the expansive finish.
  90-92 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  Medium depth of purple, lighter rim. Interesting complex red berry notes, with good fruit-oak integration. Actually, more oak comes up behind. Softer and smoother than Bousselots. Drink from 2026-2032.
  90-93 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Bousselots Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $325. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Situated on the lower slopes at the northern end of Nuits village, Les Bousselots often produces softer and more approachable reds than is seen with the other premier cru Nuits-Saint-Georges vineyards. While the soil here is deep, Chevillon's plot contains old vines that retain good acidity and structure to support the richer flavours.

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  Here a more restrained nose is aromatically similar to the Chaignots if not quite as spicy. There is more power and punch to the intensely saline-suffused middleweight flavors that also conclude in a moderately austere bitter pit fruit-inflected finish. Bousselots always requires at least mid-term cellaring to show its best and the 2021 version will be no exception. Recommended. Drink through 2031+.
  91-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Bousselots offers up aromas of sweet red fruits, blackberries, spices, rose petals and bergamot, followed by a medium to full-bodied, lively and impressively concentrated palate that's a touch more muscular than the sensual Chaignots.
  90-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  A fine glowing purple, the nose is strict yet with intensity, very promising. Plenty of punch, this is really quite concentrated, yet still with a liveliness. Will take some time but then will deliver a fine Nuits-St-Georges. Drink from 2026-2032.
  91-93 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $235. 00

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  ABV: 13%

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  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.

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  A more deeply pitched nose offers up its notes of various dark berries, cool earth and a hint of crushed fennel. The rich, delicious and more voluminous medium weight flavors possess notably better depth and persistence if also more evident rusticity. This is a very good Nuits villages and worth considering. Drink through 2027+.
  89-91 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Aromas of red berries, orange zest and rose petals introduce the 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes, a medium-bodied, fleshy and perfumed wine with melting tannins and a saline finish. It's an especially charming, fragrant rendition of this perennially reliable cuvée.
  89-91 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)

  Mid crimson, deeper in the middle. Quite a rustic dark fruited nose. A cheerful darkish red fruit on the palate, some tannins, medium length. Doesn’t feel like a cool damp year, but nor quite with the joie de vivre of the finest vintages. Quite persistent. Drink from 2025-2029.
  88-90 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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• 2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $135. 00

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  $1620.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

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  Moderate reduction is sufficient to suppress the underlying fruit though there is both good freshness and verve to the rich, generously proportioned and solidly concentrated middleweight flavors that deliver much better depth and persistence than is typical for the genre plus it will age. This could easily pass for a villages Nuits. Drink through 2025+.
  87-89 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

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• 2021 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne Passetoutgrain

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $86. 99

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  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.

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Cailles Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $490. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  Along with Les Vaucrains and the eponymous Les Saint-Georges vineyard, Les Cailles is one of the most highly regarded parcels in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Bordering Les Saint-Georges, Les Cailles produces wines which often rival those of its neighbour, and while they may not display the outright power they are perhaps more refined here.

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  Moderate wood sets off spicy and very ripe aromas of various dark berries that are not quite as fresh though they are nicely layered. The exceptionally rich medium-bodied flavors possess fine intensity as well as good concentration, indeed the sappy dry extract buffers the equally firm and robust finale. The Chevillon Les Cailles is normally a wine of refinement and grace but the 2020 version is much more robust and powerful than usual. Drink through 2038+.
  90-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Deep and seamless, the 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles mingles aromas of cherry and berry fruit with hints of rose petals, orange rind, sweet spices and raw cocoa. Medium to full-bodied, suave and velvety, with terrific concentration, fine tannins and lively acids, it's the most elegant wine in the range.
  93-95 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

  Rich dark purple, black fruit, a little bit heated, then a rich bright dark fruit on the palate with a slightly fresher finish. This may well make it through, and the fruit shows the class of this excellent vineyard. Judgement a little bit reserved for now, but there may well be a greater upside here.
  90-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Pruliers Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

  The slope in Les Pruliers is moderate though steep towards the top of the vineyard. Despite the slope there is still a good proportion of gravel here, and can lead to wines with generous fruit weight and presence. Chevillon produces a deep and firm example of Les Pruliers that can often rival Les Vaucrains for the most powerful wine in the portfolio.

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  A markedly sauvage-inflected nose is comprised by notes of newly turned earth, red and black currant and a whiff of underbrush. The intense and detailed big-bodied flavors exude a subtle salinity on the complex, serious and moderately austere finish that is shaped by palate coating tannins. I would recommend not touching a bottle of this for at least 10 years as it's very much built-to-age. Drink through 2038+.
  91-94 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers is showing especially well, soaring from the glass with notes of raspberries, cherries, sweet spices, raw cocoa and orange rind. Medium to full-bodied, bright and vibrant, with lively acids and a deep core of concentrated fruit, it's framed by ripe, powdery tannins and concludes with a long, penetrating finish.
  92-94 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

  Just as dark in colour but there is more life in the nose, dark fruits but still more in the red register than black. Just spent a mite longer in the oven than is ideal. Ripe bright cheerful cherry notes and a long aftertaste. Enough juice here for this to work.
  91-94 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Perrieres Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  ABV: 14.5%

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  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.

  As a synonym for quarry, it's no surprise to hear Les Perrieres sits above a working limestone marble quarry. A mid-slope site, Perrieres produces a fine and aromatic Burgundy, deep in colour yet light and silky on the palate.

  Other Reviews....
  Coulis-like aromas include those of plum, black cherry, soft spice and cool earth nuances. The rich but exceptionally punchy medium weight flavors are not quite as refined but they're more powerful while exhibiting excellent length on the overtly austere and rustic finale. Drink through 2037+.
  90-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  The 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Perrières opens in the glass with aromas of wild berries, black cherries and sweet spices. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, it combines elevated ripeness with vibrant acids, concluding with a long, intensely mineral finish.
  92-94 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Chaignots Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  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.

  Soils in Les Chaignots are more alluvial than in other areas of the village, with more chalk and gravel and very little clay. The site has a gentle slope with good drainage, and the vines here grow deep to access water and nutrients. Located at the northern end of Nuits, wines from Les Chaignots display intense floral aromatics with fruity nuances and great concentration.

  Other Reviews....
  A vague touch of wood is present on the ripe and exuberantly fresh aromas of poached plum, dark currant and anise. The sleeker and more mineral-driven medium weight flavors possess a lovely sense of underlying tension, all wrapped in a compact, firm and built-to-age finale. This is also excellent and stylistically, it is a mix of Nuits and Vosne. Drink through 2032+.
  91-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Wafting from the glass with notions of cassis, dark chocolate, plums, spices and peonies, the 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots is medium to full-bodied, velvety and enveloping, with a rich core of concentrated fruit, lively acids and a penetrating finish.
  91-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

  Intense black colour with a purple rim. Overwrought cherries. On the palate there is enough wealth of fruit to work more successfully than the village wine, with a slight youthful bitterness at the back. Roasted plums along with some black berry fruit.
  89-91 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Roncieres Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $360. 00

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  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.

  Les Roncieres is a steep vineyard with poor, pale soils covered with white stones and gravelly shale. The early-ripening site produces wines which can show a slight wild edge to them, bramble fruit with a linear structure; quintessential Nuits-Saint-Georges.

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  Pungent aromas of reduction and wood serve as a pungent introduction to the sleek, intense and velvet-textured middle weight flavors that are at once powerful yet refined before terminating in a strikingly long, balanced and complex finale. This youthfully austere effort is terrific and is potentially one of the best examples of this wine Chevillon has ever made. Drink through 2035+.
  92-94 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Offering up aromas of dark berries, cherries, warm spices, woodsmoke and petals, Chevillon's 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Roncières is medium to full-bodied, ample and concentrated, with an enveloping core of fruit, ripe, powdery tannins and lively balancing acids.
  91-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

  There was a later malolactic here and there is still a touch of reduction thereafter. Dark black colour with purple rim. Definitely a reductive nose. The fruit pulls out very nicely behind with raspberry and strawberry, the tannins are barely toughened by either hail or reduction. Long finish.
  91-93 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Bousselots Premier Cru

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $325. 00

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  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.

  Situated on the lower slopes at the northern end of Nuits village, Les Bousselots often produces softer and more approachable reds than is seen with the other premier cru Nuits-Saint-Georges vineyards. While the soil here is deep, Chevillon's plot contains old vines that retain good acidity and structure to support the richer flavours.

  Other Reviews....
  Here the less expressive nose is not as spicy but actually more complex with its array of poached plum, black raspberry, smoke, earth and underbrush. The delicious, vibrant and beautifully delineated medium-bodied flavors that are shaped by bright acidity on the firm, serious and youthfully austere finish that is even firmer. This is a classic Bousselots that will require extended patience. Drink through 2035+.
  91-93 points
  Allen Meadows - Burghound

  Notes of cassis, smoky berry fruit, spices and rich soil tones introduce the 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Bousselots, a medium to full-bodied, bright and concentrated wine that's a touch more structured and muscular than the Chaignots.
  91-93 points
  William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 21, 2022)

  Rich concentrated dark black centre with a purple rim. Inkily concentrated. I like the flavours afterwards, bilberries and red fruits, but the concentration needs to dial down which it presumably will with extra elevage – which Bertrand is hoping to extend as late as possible.
  89-91 points
  Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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  2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $235. 00

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  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)

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• 2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $135. 00

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  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.

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• 2020 Domaine Robert Chevillon Bourgogne Passetoutgrain

  Burgundy, FRANCE

  $86. 99

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  ABV: 13.5%

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  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.

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• The Macallan Edition No. 1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Taiwan Market Exclusive

  Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

  $5999. 00

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  ABV: 48%

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  ***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

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  ABV: 48%

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  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

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• Johnnie Walker Gold Label The Centenary Blend 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (750ml)

  SCOTLAND

  $250. 00

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  ABV: 40%

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  $635.88 Dozen

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  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.

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  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

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  $359.88 Dozen

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  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

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  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

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  $395.88 Dozen

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  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

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  $1440.00 Dozen

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  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

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• Rusty Barrel Vodka (700ml)

  AUSTRALIA

  $79. 99

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  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.

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• Johnnie Walker Blue Label Year of the Horse Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2026 Edition

  SCOTLAND

  $350. 00

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  $4200.00 Dozen

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  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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  2022 Nicks Secret UST Cabernet Sauvignon - Last Stocks

  McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  Reduced from $19.99

  $12. 99

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  $155.88 Dozen

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  Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2023-2029)

  ABV: 14.5%

  Closure: Stelvin

  Matured in a combination of new and seasoned French oak for a period of 15 months this renowned McLaren Vale producer has produced a more refined version of their UST Cabernet Sauvignon than recent past releases.

  Richly fruited yet beautifully refined and detailed.

  Midnight black core with a deep vibrant dark red black tinged hue. Nosing draws out elevated scents of ripe red to black currants which are complimented by some dried herb, cedary tobacco, dusty earth and spicy black olive notes. Richly fruited yet beautifully refined and detailed, the mid weighted palate sings a chorus of red to black currant fruits which overlay a vanillin cedar, subtle tobacco, earthy dried herb, black olive and spice back drop. A framework of nicely integrated fine grained tannins contribute a sturdy feel. Concludes long, nicely fleshed and elegant. Delivers serious value at this Nicks Secret deal price.
  Drink over the next 5-6 years.
  Alc. 14.5%
  
  Other Reviews....
  The vineyards which provided the fruit for this terrific McLaren Vale Cabernet include the Klavenick vineyard and, perhaps more interestingly, the Picnic Ground vineyard. The Picnic Ground vineyard was once owned by Thomas Hardy and was named after the picnics the family held there. The individual parcels for this wine were all fermented and matured, in older French oak, for fifteen months. Dark purple, the nose exhibits notes of plums, mocha, bay leaves, warm earth, dry herbs, mulberries and cigar boxes – lots of complexity here. This is a burly, firm style. A warm climate Cab with excellent length and firm, earthy tannins. This will be better in two years and then has a long life ahead of it, at least a good ten to twelve years, if necessary. If you are looking for a top-notch red for a gourmet barbecue, this will be perfect. Drink 2024-2036.
  93 points
  Ken Gargett - WinePilot.com

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  2015 Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs Champagne

  Champagne, FRANCE

  $220. 00

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  $2640.00 Dozen

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  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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  2019 Ceretto Barolo Bussia

  Piedmont, ITALY

  $430. 00

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  $5160.00 Dozen

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  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.

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  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

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  $1560.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  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.

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  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

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  $4380.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

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  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.

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  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

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  $395.88 Dozen

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  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

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  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%

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  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

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  $2280.00 Dozen

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  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.

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  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

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  $5160.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 14%

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  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.

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  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

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  $4680.00 Dozen

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  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.

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  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

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  $7188.00 Dozen

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  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

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  $4788.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 12.5%

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  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

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  $3588.00 Dozen

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  ABV: 13%

  Closure: Cork

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  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

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