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2020 Samuel Billaud Les Preuses Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
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Moderate wood influence surrounds the ripe yet exceptionally fresh aromas of citrus confit, white orchard fruit, iodine and sea breeze. While there is fine intensity, there isn't quite the same concentration to the medium-weight flavors that also possess a refined texture, all wrapped in a lingering finish that isn't quite as structured or complex. This is definitely appealing but doesn't appear to quite have the same upside potential. Drink through 2028+.
92 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
Bursting with aromas of citrus blossom, crisp nectarine, nutmeg, freshly baked bread and orange oil, the 2020 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses is full-bodied, satiny and seamless, with a textural attack, racy acids and a long, mineral finish. It's the most ethereal, aromatically expressive wine in the range. Drink 2025 - 2045.
94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jul 2022)

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2020 Samuel Billaud Les Clos Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
Other Reviews....
Here the wood treatment is less subtle though neither does it dominate the layered aromas that also display a vague hint of exotic fruit on the overtly floral and oyster shell scents. There is excellent density to the powerful, even imposing, mineral-driven flavors that culminate in a clean, moderately dry and very firm finale where the wood again resurfaces. Patience strongly suggested. Drink through 2032+.
93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2020 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is a deep, seamless wine of considerable potential. Exhibiting aromas of freshly baked bread, citrus zest, orange oil, nutmeg and pear, it's full-bodied, rich and layered, with terrific concentration, racy acids and a long, saline finish. It's the most muscular wine in Billaud's range, but it retains faultless precision. Drink 2025 - 2050.
95 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jul 2022)

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2020 Samuel Billaud Valmur Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

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2020 Samuel Billaud Blanchot Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
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There is even better Chablis character to the more elegant and cooler array of green apple, acacia blossom, oyster shell and quinine-infused aromas. I very much like the mouthfeel of the refined and intense middleweight flavors that brim with both minerality and dry extract, both of which are present on the impressively complex and strikingly long finale. This is extremely stylish with the innate finesse of a reference standard Blanchot. Drink through 2030+.
94 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2020 Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot is lovely, mingling aromas of citrus zest, orange oil and crisp orchard fruit with notions of white flowers and freshly baked bread. Full-bodied, satiny and layered, it's bright and racy, with an elegant, seamless profile and a long, penetrating finish. Drink 2025 - 2045.
94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jul 2022)

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2020 Samuel Billaud Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$115. 00
Bottle
$1380.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
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A ripe yet still reasonably typical nose reflects notes of lemon confit, white flowers, oyster shell and seashore nuances. The sleek, intense and delineated flavors possess good vibrancy on the notably more refined if not quite as powerful finish. I like this balanced effort plus it should age effortlessly. Drink 2027+.
91-93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2020 Chablis Vaillons Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru comes from 70-year-old vines and is aged entirely in tank. It has a crushed rock and Granny Smith apple nose, nicely focused and vibrant. The palate is fresh and taut with a fine bead of acidity, and lively and tensile toward the finish, which shows real sparkle even at this early stage. There is something a little understated about this elegant Vaillons. Drink 2025-2042.
91-93 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
Samuel reports that he lost more crop to grilling here than on the right bank. 60 year old vines from the heart of Vaillons. I love this nose, which requires teasing out, it is a little more svelte and even floral than in past history, but fine, precise and balanced. “Ca plonge sur la caillasse” – this dives deep into the stones. And goodness me, doesn’t it. Quite an astounding finish here. I cannot see how you could do this any better.
93-95 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2020 Samuel Billaud Montee de Tonnerre Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$145. 00
Bottle
$1740.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
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Billaud noted that this will also have about 20% wood in the final blend. A restrained, elegant and pure nose displays notes of various floral influences, citrus and mineral reduction. The refined but almost painfully intense medium-bodied flavors exhibit a lovely sense of minerality that adds a sense of lift to the impressively long and well-balanced finale. Lovely. Drink 2027+.
91-94 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
From two plots on Haut de Chapelot and one in the namesake vineyard, the 2020 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru has quite a deep bouquet of dried honey, mineral and hints of green olive, unfolding nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with fine poise and crisp acidity. Elegant and finessed toward the finish, where white peach and citrus peel linger on the aftertaste. Very promising. Drink 2025-2045.
92-94 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
Always a first class cuvée chez Samuel Billaud, the Montée de Tonnerre in 2020 offers a gorgeous crisp pale colour, with real tension throughout. The nose is a bit backward, a pleasing flesh to finish, but the core is absolutely there. The light strawberry touch as well. Maybe not quite so persistent? Oh yes it is.
92-95 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2020 Samuel Billaud Chablis Les Grands Terroirs

Chablis, FRANCE
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
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An elegant, admirably pure and airy nose freely offers up its aromas of green apple, lemon rind, oyster shell and iodine. There is again fine energy and detail to the equally saliva-inducing medium weight flavors that flash plenty of salinity on the complex, long and balanced finale. This too is excellent for its level. Drink 2025+.
89-92 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2020 Chablis "Grands Terroirs," from Les Pargues, Bas de Chapolot and Les Carts, is very primal on the nose, offering grapefruit, yellow flowers and a light flinty scent. The taut palate is vibrant and fresh with a fine bead of acidity. It gains weight with aeration and delivers a fresh, sea-spray-tinged finish. Just add your favorite seafood. Drink 2023 - 2033.
89-91 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2020 Samuel Billaud Petit Chablis

Chablis, FRANCE
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.
Other Reviews....
A touch of mineral reduction suffuses the aromas of citrus and green fruit. The racy, intense and dense middle weight flavors possess a wonderfully clean mouthfeel before culminating in a saliva-inducing, bone-dry and impressively long finish. This is a very fine example of the genre and worth checking out. Drink 2023+.
88-90 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
Due to be bottled in September 2021 and not racked, the 2020 Petit Chablis Sur Les Clos has a gentle, undergrowth-tinged bouquet that unfolds nicely in the glass. The palate is fresh, zesty and nicely poised, with a precise, citrus-fresh finish. A very capable Petit Chablis. Drink 2021 - 2025.
87-89 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2018 Samuel Billaud Sechet Vieilles Vignes Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

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Discreet but not invisible wood sets off ripe and airy aromas of citrus peel, oyster shell and apple scents. I very much like the mouthfeel of the impressively intense and reasonably dense middle weight flavors that are overtly mineral driven while culminating in a bone dry and sneaky long finish. Lovely and fashioned in an understated style.
92 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound

The 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Séchet Vieilles Vignes is a worthy successor to the superb 2017 rendition, delivering aromas of crisp orchard fruit, crushed chalk, white flowers and fresh bread. Medium to full-bodied, layered and incisive, it's concentrated and penetrating, with racy acids and a long, chalky finish.
93+ points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Séchet Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru comes from 0.60ha of 80-year-old vines and spends 18 months on the fine lees. It bides its time in the glass. Discreet at first, it gradually unfurls to reveal quite intense marine aromas of shucked oyster shells and sea cave. This is very well defined but it clearly benefits from decanting. The palate is lively on the entry, presenting a lovely lick of salinity right from the start. Fine energy here, and great focus, with just a touch of spice coming through on the finish and aftertaste. A very fine Séchet from M. Billaud. Recommended.
93 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

This shows the sunshine somewhat, less obviously Sechets than usual on the nose, while the mouth shows excellent backbone, classic Chablis but with a fleshier, almost buttery coating, which is less typical. Salty butter that is. Good length it must be said.
90-93 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2018 Samuel Billaud Valmur Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$230. 00
Bottle
$2760.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

Other Reviews....
The 2018 Chablis Valmur Grand Cru is blessed with one of the finest aromatics of any 2018 Chablis that I tasted, featuring beautifully defined scents of Granny Smith apples, orange pith, wet limestone and light struck match. The palate displays exquisite balance and pitch-perfect acidity, reflecting the warmth of the vintage but maintaining superb tension from start to finish. There is something effortless about this Valmur that stands as Samuel Billaud’s best cuvée this vintage. Bravo!
95 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2018 Samuel Billaud Les Preuses Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$210. 00
Bottle
$2520.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

Other Reviews....
Wafting from the glass with inviting aromas of orange oil, citrus blossom and nutmeg, the 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses is full-bodied, satiny and sensuous, with an enveloping core of fruit, racy acids and a long, mineral finish. This is another beautiful wine from Samuel Billaud, and it's already quite demonstrative.
93 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru, which comes from 60-year-old vines and spends 18 months on the fine lees, has a vibrant, energetic nose, presenting flint and smoke at first, then subtle dried white flowers soon after, but maintaining a sense of classicism at all times. The palate is very well balanced with peach and nectarine notes on the entry, razor-sharp acidity effortlessly counterbalancing the richness of this Les Preuses. It keeps its foot on the accelerator right to the end. An outstanding Les Preuses from Samuel Billaud.
94 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2018 Samuel Billaud Mont de Milieu Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

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As is usually the case with this wine, there is a trace of exoticism sitting atop the subtly oaked aromas of petrol, white and yellow orchard fruit, mineral reduction and soft iodine nuances. There is fine volume and energy to the middle weight flavors that possess reasonably good mid-palate density thanks to the sappy dry extract that coats the palate on the intensely saline, dry and focused finale. This is sufficiently forward that it could be enjoyed on the younger side but this is a wine that should have no trouble rewarding up to a decade of keeping.
92 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound

The 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Mont de Milieu is also performing very well, unwinding in the glass with scents of citrus oil, spring blossom, crisp green orchard fruit and grapefruit. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, it's nicely concentrated, with a tightly wound core, racy acids and a long, beautifully defined finish. This has turned out beautifully.
92 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Mont de Milieu 1er Cru comes from 40-year-old vines and sees 18 months on the fine lees. It has a lilting bouquet of fresh Granny Smith apple, pear and light almond aromas. The palate is taut and fresh on the entry, displaying moderate weight and demonstrating fine salinity and spiciness toward the finish. There is a touch of conservatism to this Chablis, but it should still drink well for the next decade or so.
91 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

Clear pale lemon. There is some volume of fruit here, fully ripe and the first to be picked. The front half of the palate is generous with yellow fruit, then it is clear and pure behind, stony and chiselled. Needs more time to come together. Very intense though. Impressive and certainly doesn’t lack concentration.
91-94 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2018 Samuel Billaud Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

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A cool and restrained nose grudgingly offers up notes of lemon-lime, quinine and white fleshed fruit. There is excellent vibrancy to the sleek and well-detailed flavors that conclude in a markedly dry, clean and focused finish that is presently quite tightly wound. I suspect that it will gradually flesh out though and 3 to 4 years should see it drinking well. This too is lovely.
91 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound

Pretty aromas of crisp green orchard fruit, dried white flowers, oyster shell and orange introduce the 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons Vieilles Vignes, a satiny, medium to full-bodied wine that's bright and incisive, with racy acids and a chalky finish.
91 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a pale silvery hue. The bouquet is conservative for this particular vineyard, conveying subtle grass clipping and fresh pear tones, perhaps just missing the pizzazz of Billaud’s other cuvées this vintage. The palate is well balanced with a pretty opening: lemon confit, a dab of lemongrass and an underlying salinity that enlivens the finish. A thoroughly enjoyable and well-crafted Vaillons that I suspect will offer most in its youth.
91 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

Located in the middle of Vaillons. A saline touch to the nose, verbena too, with some firm acidity behind and a touch of youthful bitterness. Holds well at the back. The old vines help produce a wine of impressive intensity.
92-94 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2018 Samuel Billaud Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$210. 00
Bottle
$2520.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

Other Reviews....
Another brilliant wine from Billaud is the 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir, a beautiful cuvée that wafts from the glass with scents of citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit, freshly baked bread, honeycomb and dried white flowers. Full-bodied, satiny and incisive, it's layered and complete, with fine depth at the core, racy acids and a long, elegantly perfumed finish.
95 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru is another scintillating wine that defies the vintage. Detailed scents of green apple mix with lemon peel and flint, and a hint of mirabelle emerges with time. This has a beguiling symmetry on the palate and gently fans out toward the persistent finish, its salinity urging you back for another sip. Glorious.
94 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2018 Samuel Billaud Les Clos Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$230. 00
Bottle
$2760.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

Other Reviews....
The 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos has turned out very nicely, unwinding in the glass with aromas of ripe orchard fruits, citrus oil, freshly baked bread, dried white flowers and beeswax. Full-bodied, deep and layered, it's textural and multidimensional, with fine depth at the core, ripe but racy acids and a long, saline finish.
94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru is one of the best expressions of this noble vineyard in this vintage. Limpid argent in hue, it has a taut, fresh, flinty bouquet that you might misconstrue as coming from a cooler growing season, a testament to Billaud’s winemaking skill. The palate is likewise underpinned by a fine line of acidity that keeps this Les Clos poised, refreshing and revivifyingly saline. There is just a light sour lemon note mixed with a tang of ginger on the finish, completing a very fine Les Clos that comes highly recommended.
94 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2018 Samuel Billaud Montee de Tonnerre Chablis Premier Cru

Chablis, FRANCE
$115. 00
Bottle
$1380.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

While the origins of this domaine date back to Charles-Louis-Noel Billaud in 1815, it's the current generation winemaker Samuel Billaud that has made waves with the exceptional quality of his wines produced since the creation of this project in 2009. Following the sale of the family business Domaine Billaud-Simon to Faiveley in 2014, Samuel received further prized parcels of land and now makes wines from five of the grand cru vineyards, and five of the top premier cru vineyards. The wines are vinified in a mixture of stainless steel and large old wood barrels, the latter mainly for the premier and grand cru wines.

Other Reviews....
A softly citrus-infused nose flashes notes of white flower, mineral reduction, tidal pool and quinine hints. The finer if somewhat less concentrated flavors possess evident minerality and a lovely sense of verve while displaying excellent length and very good depth. This promising effort is a combination of finesse and punch.
90-93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound

The 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre offers up aromas of crisp orchard fruit, honeycomb, pear and dried white flowers, followed by a medium to full-bodied, bright and incisive palate with a delicately textural attack and a tightly wound core. Still youthfully reserved, this vibrant wine will reward a little bottle age.
92 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (July 2020)

The 2018 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru comes from a hectare of 45-year-old vines and was vinified in stainless steel vats and 450-liter barrels before aging for 18 months on the lees. It has a pretty nose of orange blossom, white peach and Japanese yuzu scents that are beautifully defined. The palate is very well balanced, with Granny Smith apples and pear on the entry, a vibrant thread of acidity, and quite a linear, taut finish that is perhaps more 2017 in style. Overall, this is a superb Montée de Tonnerre for those who like "classic" Chablis.
93 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

We tasted the tank component which will be blended with some barrels later. Bright pale colour, the nose is well balanced and quite discreet. Strict and stylish, with good weight behind, but very much on the mineral end rather than the sun trap style. Very long and pure, extremely successful.
92-95 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2018 San Martino Vini Venturi Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi

Marche, ITALY
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Bright pale straw colour with a watery hue. Ripe pear and red apple aromas mix with lime, slate and fresh herb scents. Juicy pear and ripe apple fruits are backed by mouth watering acidity with lime, wet slate and infusions of fresh herbs in the background. Finishes dry and crisp with a long scrumptious aftertaste.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 12.5%

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2022 San Moro Fiano

Puglia, ITALY
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2024-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Whilst San Moro’s reds get most of the attention, their zingy Fiano also merits special attention. Brilliant straw colour with a watery hue. Elevated aromas of pear, lime and green apple infused with Mediterranean herbs flow through the nostrils followed by some wet slate notes. Mouth watering lime and green apple fruits have a slippery yet racy feel across the palate with infusions of fresh herbs and slatey mineral elements lying underneath. Crisp saline like acidity. Finishes dry, zesty and long.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 12.5%

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2017 San Salvatore Trentenare Fiano

Campania, ITALY
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2020)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Brilliant pale straw colour with a subtle tinge of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Spicy lime and pear aromas mix with hints of green apple, dried honey and stony fresh herb notes. Delightful lime, green apple and pear flavours have a lovely rounded feel with infusions of fresh herbs and wet slate characters lying underneath. Excellent intensity finishing dry and fresh with a long delicious aftertaste. Rich and textural yet also fresh and vibrant, this is an excellent example of Fiano.
Drink now.
Alc. 13.5%

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2017 Santa Cristina Campogrande Orvieto Classico

Umbria, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2021)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Brilliant water like core with greenish tinged edges. Lifted lime and green apple scents intermingle with wet stone and fresh herbs. Intensely flavoured and full of character, delicious lime and green apple fruits fill the mouth underscored by notions of pear and wet stone. Finishes dry with ample fresh acidity and a mouth watering aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 12%

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2020 Santa Sofia Soave Classico Monteforscarino

Soave, ITALY
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2021-2023)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Bright pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Fresh pear and green apple aromas are followed by wet stone and citrusy herb notes. Displaying a riper profile, the palate features pear and red apple fruits over a stony back drop with subtle infusions of fresh herbs also present. Nicely rounded it finishes dry with brisk acidity and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2024 Saracco Moscato d’Asti (375ml) – Half Bottle

Piedmont, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Lusciously fruited and spritzy with a light, airy feel.

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato. A frisky spritz flows through the water coloured base that has a faint greenish tinge around the edges. Fragrant scents of grape juice, pineapple, rosewater and musk leap out of the glass with whiffs of orange blossom also evident. Luscious sultana grape, tropical fruit and musk flavours dance across the energized palate with a light airy feel. Some juicy mango fruits also chime in. Refreshing acidity with a long effervescent finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 5.5%
Other Reviews....
375ml here. Gary Sweet here reporting for duty. A lot of moscato is kind of awful, but the good ones are delightful. Happy to say this falls into the latter category.
Peach iced tea, mint, a slightly savoury almond and nutty edge, some rosewater perfume. It’s sweet but finds balance with a tight cut of acidity, tingly bubbles, and heaven forbid, it also has a gently phenolic grip to it, and again that almost marzipan richness on a finish of good length, with a peach fuzz and white grape freshness to close. Benchmark stuff. Proper moscato. A sugar rush, yes, but so balanced and good to drink. YUM. Drink 2026-2027.
93 points
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front
A benchmark Moscato d'Asti that perfectly balances luxurious richness with brilliant acidity. The wine captures pure sunshine, exhibiting pristine floral aromas and fresh stone fruit that flow seamlessly into a palate of remarkable clarity and definition. The effervescence carries the sweetness with grace and precision, demonstrating why this variety finds its highest expression in Asti. A masterclass in what makes Moscato d'Asti special, showing both power and delicacy in perfect harmony.
93 points
Wine Enthusiast

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2024 Saracco Moscato d’Asti (750ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Lusciously fruited and spritzy with a light, airy feel.

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato. A frisky spritz flows through the water coloured base that has a faint greenish tinge around the edges. Fragrant scents of grape juice, pineapple, rosewater and musk leap out of the glass with whiffs of orange blossom also evident. Luscious sultana grape, tropical fruit and musk flavours dance across the energized palate with a light airy feel. Some juicy mango fruits also chime in. Refreshing acidity with a long effervescent finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 5.5%
Other Reviews....
375ml here. Gary Sweet here reporting for duty. A lot of moscato is kind of awful, but the good ones are delightful. Happy to say this falls into the latter category.
Peach iced tea, mint, a slightly savoury almond and nutty edge, some rosewater perfume. It’s sweet but finds balance with a tight cut of acidity, tingly bubbles, and heaven forbid, it also has a gently phenolic grip to it, and again that almost marzipan richness on a finish of good length, with a peach fuzz and white grape freshness to close. Benchmark stuff. Proper moscato. A sugar rush, yes, but so balanced and good to drink. YUM. Drink 2026-2027.
93 points
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front
A benchmark Moscato d'Asti that perfectly balances luxurious richness with brilliant acidity. The wine captures pure sunshine, exhibiting pristine floral aromas and fresh stone fruit that flow seamlessly into a palate of remarkable clarity and definition. The effervescence carries the sweetness with grace and precision, demonstrating why this variety finds its highest expression in Asti. A masterclass in what makes Moscato d'Asti special, showing both power and delicacy in perfect harmony.
93 points
Wine Enthusiast

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2022 Saracco Moscato d’Asti (750ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato. Pours with a gentle effervescent spritz flowing through a water coloured base that has pale green tinged edges. Freshly squeezed grape juice, peach, mango, orange blossom and subtle musk notes burst of the glass with great energy. Sweet juicy grape, mango and pineapple fruits have a zingy fruit tingle like feel across the light yet intensely flavoured palate. Infusions of orange blossom linger on the finish with refreshing acidity electrifying the long sweet, fruity aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 5.5%
Other Reviews….
Fresh, vibrant aromatics, full of sweet peaches, orange citrus, orange blossom and fresh carnival grapes. Fine, creamy mousse on the sweet but fresh palate with plenty of sweet lemons and melon. A solid, well-balanced Moscato d’Asti. Drink now.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com
“Aww, nectar”, quips GW. We’re drinking this in the sun with our shirts off in our y-fronts and foil reflectors under our chins with cucumber rounds on our eyes. How moscato should be drunk.
It’s brilliant drinking, peachy iced tea, a little loose, wild honey character, some preserved lemon, a lick of chalky minerality too in a light pucker somewhere in there. Refreshing, clean, quite concentrated and with very light frizz of tickly bubbles barely there. A vibrant, expressive and true-to-style rendition. “Needs some ice”, GW says as he rolls over to sun his bum. Perfect. Drink 2023-2025.
92 Points
Mike Bennie – The Wine Front

Delivery Information
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2021 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (750ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2022-2024)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato.
Brilliant water like core with faint tinges of green to its edges and possessing plenty of spritz. Delightful freshly crushed sultana grape scents mix with pear, orange blossom and hints of Turkish delight. Light and bursting with an energetic freshness yet wonderfully intense and possessing a luscious fruit tingle like feel, sweet sultana grape like flavours mux with subtle musk, pineapple and mango fruits. Crisp effervescent finish with subtle infusions of orange blossom carrying through onto the long refreshing and highly moreish aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 5.5%
Other Reviews....
This lovely, sweet sparkler opens with heady aromas of yellow stone fruit, spring blossoms and wild aromatic herbs. The savory palate delivers ripe apricot, creamy yellow peach, rosemary and sage. Crisp acidity not only keeps it focused and tangy, but seamlessly balances the sweetness so it's never cloying but always bright and racy. A refined, foaming mousse provides lots of finesse.
95 points
Kerin O'Keefe - Wine Enthusiast

Delivery Information
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2021 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (375ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2022-2024)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato.
Brilliant water like core with faint tinges of green to its edges and possessing plenty of spritz. Delightful freshly crushed sultana grape scents mix with pear, orange blossom and hints of Turkish delight. Light and bursting with an energetic freshness yet wonderfully intense and possessing a luscious fruit tingle like feel, sweet sultana grape like flavours mux with subtle musk, pineapple and mango fruits. Crisp effervescent finish with subtle infusions of orange blossom carrying through onto the long refreshing and highly moreish aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 5.5%

Other Reviews....
This lovely, sweet sparkler opens with heady aromas of yellow stone fruit, spring blossoms and wild aromatic herbs. The savory palate delivers ripe apricot, creamy yellow peach, rosemary and sage. Crisp acidity not only keeps it focused and tangy, but seamlessly balances the sweetness so it's never cloying but always bright and racy. A refined, foaming mousse provides lots of finesse.
95 points
Kerin O'Keefe - Wine Enthusiast

Delivery Information
- 93
2020 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (750ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato.
Brilliant water like core with a very faint tinge of green coursing the outskirts. Blossoming out of the glass are fragrant fresh sultana grape, rosewater, musk and light pineapple scents. Light on its feet and bursting with freshness, a delicate spritz adds effervescence to a natural fruit sweetness on the palate. Flavours of sultana grapes, tropical fruit, musk and sweet peach have a crisp, refreshing finish. Long deliciously fruity yet airy aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 5.5%

Other Reviews….
A lot of Moscato, not least many of the local ones, are sweet junk. This is not that.
Complex, floral, fresh mint, ripe lime and peach. Fine balance between sweetness and acidity, gentle bubbles tickle the palate, there’s a little chalkiness, and fragrant mouth-perfume, and the finish is fresh and precise, and flat out yum. There’s a vanilla pudding sort of flavour in here too. Breakfast or dessert? Either/or. Yum. Drink 2021-2023+
93 points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2020 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (375ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Described by Vinous Media wine critic Ian D'Agata as the 'DRC of Moscato d'Asti', this is a captivating example of Moscato.
Brilliant water like core with a very faint tinge of green coursing the outskirts. Blossoming out of the glass are fragrant fresh sultana grape, rosewater, musk and light pineapple scents. Light on its feet and bursting with freshness, a delicate spritz adds effervescence to a natural fruit sweetness on the palate. Flavours of sultana grapes, tropical fruit, musk and sweet peach have a crisp, refreshing finish. Long deliciously fruity yet airy aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 5.5%

Other Reviews….
A lot of Moscato, not least many of the local ones, are sweet junk. This is not that.
Complex, floral, fresh mint, ripe lime and peach. Fine balance between sweetness and acidity, gentle bubbles tickle the palate, there’s a little chalkiness, and fragrant mouth-perfume, and the finish is fresh and precise, and flat out yum. There’s a vanilla pudding sort of flavour in here too. Breakfast or dessert? Either/or. Yum. Drink 2021-2023+
93 points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2019 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (750ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A gentle spritz flows through a water like core that has a light greenish to the outskirts. Fragrant sultana grape like aromatics mix with tropical fruits, light honeysuckle and orange blossom notes. Effervescent and airy, delicious fruity sultana grape, pineapple, musk and light honeysuckle flavours decorate the palate. Light and refreshingly crisp, the intensely flavoured, zesty finish has a natural fruit sweetness to it.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 5.5%

Other Reviews….
A beautiful, classic Moscato d’Asti with a soft, creamy texture from the fine bubbles and pretty, freshly sliced peach and melon flavors. It’s light-bodied and nicely crafted. A solid and proper moscato for the appellation. Screw cap.
92 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2018 Saracco Moscato d'Asti (375ml)

Piedmont, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 5.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant water like colour with a faint tinge of pale straw to the edges. Intensely aromatic, the nose sees grape juice, musk, tropical elements and faint rosewater like notes drift from the glass. Light and airy with a delicate but persistent spritz providing the effervescence, grapey flavours are followed by sweet mango, musk and orange blossom infusions. Vibrant, refreshingly sweet finish with a spritely medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 5.5%

Other Reviews….
Luminous pale straw-green with golden tinges. Captivating aromas of orange blossom, lemon verbena, vanilla, sage and ripe grapefruit nectar. Dense, juicy and suave, presenting a multilayered, complex set of flavors similar to the aromas. The finish is very long, resonating with a floral topnote and delightful vibrancy. Outstanding, concentrated, complex and very pure Moscato d'Asti. Drink 2018-2026.
94 points
Ian D’Agata – Vinous

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2013 Satellite Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2014)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant water like colour with a light greenish tinge around the edges and watery hue. The nose displays passionfruit top notes followed by some herbaceous gooseberry, green apple and citrus. Mouthfilling palate flavours of passionfruit, herbaceous gooseberry and citrus with a fresh zippy finish. Aftertaste of passionfruit, herbaceous gooseberry and citrus.
Drink now.
Alc 13%

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2021 Savardo Breganze Pinot Grigio Superiore

Veneto, ITALY
$21. 99
Bottle
$263.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Led by winemaker Elvio Forato, Savardo is the largest and most highly regarded cooperative in the region. Maturation takes place in stainless steel tanks with 5 months spent on lees. Brilliant water like colour with a faint tinge of green around the edges. Delightful pear, red apple, subtle dried honey and musk like scents fill the nostrils. Delicious pear, red apple and light musk flavours are beautifully rounded texturally and show ample intensity. Stony back drop finishing dry and fresh with a long moreish aftertaste that has a slippery feel to it.
Drink now.
Alc. 12.5%

Delivery Information
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2020 Savardo Breganze Pinot Grigio Superiore

Veneto, ITALY
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant water like colour with greenish tinged edges. Aromas of pear and green apple emanate from the glass with hints of quince and spice also evident. Nicely rounded on entry with a supple mid palate feel, delicious ripe red apple and spicy pear flavours sit over subtle dried honey and wet stone characters. Finishes dry with fresh acidity and a savoury medium to long aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 12.5%

Delivery Information
- 90
- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
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2023 Scala Ciro Bianco

Calabria, ITALY
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2024-2027)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Calabria’s best known wine region is Cirò, extending from the Ionian coast to the eastern foothills of La Sila with the classico zone centred around Cirò and Cirò Marina in the province of Crotone. The climate is hot and dry but the Ionian Sea has a moderating influence, bringing cooler temperatures at night.
Made from Greco Bianco grapes. Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of pear and ripe apple drift from the glass followed by hints of honeysuckle and quince. Pear, apple skin and citrus flavours overlay a delicate herb and wet stone back drop. Quite lean yet possessing a river stone like feel it has brisk acidity. Finishes very dry and stony.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%

Delivery Information
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2020 Scala Ciro Bianco

Calabria, ITALY
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2021-2023)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from Greco Bianco grapes. Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of nectarine and pineapple mix with hints of bees wax and light spice. Quite lean in its feel with vibrant acidity, the palate is delicately flavoured with dried pear and tropical fruits infused with wet stone. Finishes bone dry with a dash of spice making an appearance on the brisk aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12%

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2019 Scala Ciro Bianco

Calabria, ITALY
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2020)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Made from Greco Bianco grapes. Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Lifted freshly sliced pear and ripe peach scents mix with hints of melon and subtle stony notes. A combination of juicy pear and peach fruits sit over a back drop of red apple skin and stony mineral characters. Finishes very dry with plenty of fresh acidity and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 12%

Delivery Information
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2018 Schieferkopf Riesling Trocken-Sec

Baden, GERMANY
$21. 99
Bottle
$263.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2022-2027)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with a distinct glimmer of green around the edges and a watery hue. Elevated lemon and lime scents are married to notions of oily toast, lemon butter and subtle kerosene notes. Concentrated lemon and lime fruits are underscored by racy acidity with some wet steel, light oily kerosene like characters and flinty minerals also present. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a textured yet mouth watering aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

Delivery Information
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2014 Schieferkopf Riesling Via Saint-Jacques

Alsace, FRANCE
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2020-2024)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Lifted ripe red apple, lime and honeysuckle aromas mix with hints of lemon butter, oily toast like characters and spice. Rich, textured lime and red apple fruits are underpinned by a vibrant freshness with honeysuckle, oily toast characters and subtle notions of slate. Dry, brisk, lemony finish with a lingering subtle oiliness to the lengthy aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%

Delivery Information
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2012 Schieferkopf Riesling Via Saint-Jacques

Alsace, FRANCE
$33. 99
Bottle
$407.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2017-2020)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of ripe limes and red apples are overlaid by some honeyed toast like characters with a faint whiff of oily kerosene like notes and spice ensuing. Rich and oily in texture the palate has flavours of limes and ripe red apples married to dried honey and toasty characters with a dry spicy finish. Good underlying well balanced acidity with an aftertaste of red apples, dried honey, oily toast like characters and spicy kerosene.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Delivery Information
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2014 Schieferkopf Riesling Trocken-Sec

Baden, GERMANY
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2017-2025)

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Lime and mandarin top notes are followed by some green apple and honeysuckle with citrusy mineral end notes. The palate features racy lime juice and fresh red apple flavours coated with honeysuckle over zesty citrus and mineral. A precise line of crunchy acidity drives its way through the palate finishing with an aftertaste of fresh limes, red apples, honeysuckle, citrus zest and mineral.
Drink now or cellar 6-8 years.
Alc 11.5%

Delivery Information
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2017 Schieferkopf Riesling Trocken

Baden, GERMANY
$21. 99
Bottle
$263.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2021-2023)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Stelvin

Re-tasted on 27/10/2021
Bright straw colour with golden edges. Aromas of lime and red apple infused with a mix of kerosene and oily toast like characters are followed by subtle spicy dried honey notes. On the palate flavours of lime and red apple are to the fore. Ensuing are toast, subtle honey and spice characters. Texturally full and rounded it finishes dry with crisp acidity and a toasty kerosene laced aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12%
Bright straw colour with a watery hue. The nose offers up aromas of limes, red apples and orange blossom overlaid by subtle honeysuckle, toast and spice notes. Texturally full, the palate has generous lime, orange and red apple flavours which are underpinned by zesty acidity. Elements of honeysuckle, toast and spice make an appearance on the back half. Finishes dry and fresh with a lingering aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2016 Schieferkopf Riesling Trocken Sec

Baden, GERMANY
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2023-2024)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with a distinctive greenish tinge to the outskirts and a watery hue. Aromas of lemon and lime infused with wet steel are trailed by light toast and spice. Nicely textured yet brisk and fresh the palate is filled with lime, green apple and citrus flavours which sit over a bed of wet steel, subtle orange rind and mineral. Dry steely finish with crunchy acidity and a long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

Delivery Information
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2019 Schiopetto Collio Pinot Grigio

Friuli, ITALY
$64. 99
Bottle
$779.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2022-2025)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Pronounced ripe pear and honeyed apple scents mix with baked quince and spice notes. Rich as well as being texturally full and luscious, the palate is engulfed with ripe pear, baked apple and honeycomb flavours. Also chiming in are quince and spice. Some nicely balanced acidity lends just the right amount of freshness to the long finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews….
Lots of subtle, sliced ripe peaches and pears with honey, blossom and lilac aromas. Cloves, too. It’s full-bodied and dense with impressive fruit and soft, creamy texture. It nicely framed with phenolics and acidity. Drink or hold.
95 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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2019 Schiopetto Collio Friulano

Friuli, ITALY
$64. 99
Bottle
$779.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Mario Schiopetto was the man considered responsible for bringing fame to Friuli’s white wines. He pioneered wine preservation techniques in the wine making process, something lacking in the region in the 1970’s - cold and anti-oxidative handling, epitomised by the German handling of Riesling - along with the more 'French' technique of elevating their wines in a careful, more oxidative, texture-building manner.
Schiopetto’s standout variety is Friulano which sees 7-8 months on lees resulting in a wine that’s rich in texture and flavour with an abundance of wild floral and almond notes on the nose, supported on the palate with rich stone fruits and refreshing acidity.
Other Reviews....
The 2019 Friulano wafts up flowery perfumes mixed with notes of tropical citrus, hints of kiwi and musky apricot. It’s soothing with soft textures, offset by hints of spice and dazzling acids which enliven the expression, giving way to mineral-laced orchard fruits. Hints of young mango offset by zests of lime and exotic inner florals linger and complete the experience perfectly. This is a pleasure to taste. Drink 2022 - 2026
91 Points
Eric Guido - Antonio Galloni's Vinous
Lots of peach-pit, almond, cantaloup and melon aromas follow through to a full body with creamy texture and a flinty finish. Drink now.
93 Points
JamesSuckling.com
Spring blossoms, summer orchard fruit, citrus and a whiff of hazelnut shape the nose. Both creamy and savory, the rounded, medium-bodied palate features ripe Bartlett pear, juicy grapefruit and the same hazelnut note as the nose.
91 Points
Kerin O'Keefe - Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Delivery Information
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2019 Schiopetto Ribolla Gialla

Friuli, ITALY
$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2020-2023)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of red apple skin and baked pear mix with hints of honeysuckle, light quince and subtle stony mineral notes. Delicious baked apple, pear and honeysuckle flavours have a nicely rounded feel across the palate with notions of quince and spicy mango in the back ground. Fresh acidity gives the finish a brisk feel. Long delicately spiced conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
Very pretty dried-mango and apple character with some white-pineapple aromas that follow to a full body with a layered, fruity palate that is tensioned and creamy in texture. Drink now or hold.
93 points
JamesSuckling.com

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- 95
2018 Schiopetto Collio Friulano

Friuli, ITALY
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2020-2024)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Mario Schiopetto was the man considered responsible for bringing fame to Friuli’s white wines. He pioneered wine preservation techniques in the wine making process, something lacking in the region in the 1970’s - cold and anti-oxidative handling, epitomised by the German handling of Riesling - along with the more 'French' technique of elevating their wines in a careful, more oxidative, texture-building manner.
Schiopetto’s standout variety is Friulano which sees 7-8 months on lees resulting in a wine that’s rich in texture and flavour with an abundance of wild floral and almond notes on the nose, supported on the palate with rich stone fruits and refreshing acidity.
Bright pale straw colour with a subtle tinge of green running around the outskirts and a watery hue. Elevated pear, lime and green apple notes merge into distinct stone, fresh herb and mineral notes. On the palate ripe pear, red apple skin and lime flavours show excellent intensity enveloped by a supple stony like mouthfeel. Making an appearance on the back half are notions of wet slate, infusions of fresh herbs and a delicate salted almond character. Finishes dry with brisk acidity and a long finely detailed aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
Aromas of sesame leaves, lemon zest, coriander, white pepper and paprika. Full-bodied, dense and, at the same time agile. Hints of olive oil and green olives. Citrus fruit, too. Drink now.
95 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2017 Schiopetto Ribolla Gialla

Friuli, ITALY
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2018-2020)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A traditional Friuli wine aged in stainless steel tanks for 5 months, Ribolla Gialla is the last white grape to be harvested at the end of September. Brilliant pale straw to straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Lifted ripe mango and apple scents meld into hints of honeysuckle, apricot and light quince. Full and round in the mouth the palate dishes up flavours of mango, spicy red apples, quince and bees wax over traces of wet stone. Finishes dry with fresh acidity and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2017 Schiopetto Collio Friulano

Friuli, ITALY
$52. 99
Bottle
$635.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2019-2022)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Mario Schiopetto was the man considered responsible for bringing fame to Friuli’s white wines. He pioneered wine preservation techniques in the wine making process, something lacking in the region in the 1970’s - cold and anti-oxidative handling, epitomised by the German handling of Riesling - along with the more 'French' technique of elevating their wines in a careful, more oxidative, texture-building manner.

Aged on lees for 8 months to enhance the wines textural qualities. Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Pronounced fresh pear and lime aromas intermingle with quince, hints of dried clove, baked apple, wet stone and spice. Rich and concentrated, there’s plenty of volume and texture to the mouthfeel with generous pear, lime and baked apple flavours dominate over a back drop of spicy quince and stony elements. Finishes dry with ample amounts of fresh acidity and a long mouth watering aftertaste. A terrific fusion of fleshy ripe fruits, texture and energetic fresh acidity.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

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Incredible aromas of cloves, nutmeg, peaches, pears and cooked apples. Yet, always so refined and perfumed. Full-bodied, dense and very tight and focused. A fabulous bottle here. Drink or hold.
95 points
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