{"title":"Magnums (1500ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMagnums age more gracefully — twice the volume, half the oxygen exposure per litre, and a format that impresses at every table.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"terre-di-san-leonardo-2016-magnum","title":"Terre di San Leonardo 2016 (Magnum), Tenuta San Leonardo","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerre, a Bordeaux blend like San Leonardo and from the same terroir, follows in the footsteps of its “elder brother,” as the winery desfribes it, here with remarkable crispness and enviable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blend of 50% Cabernet, 40% Merlot and 10% Carmenere and aged in 80% concrete vats and 20% in French oak, it is wine that is easy to love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A lightly herbal red with impressions of dried hay, redcurrants and cranberry pie. Light to medium body, fine yet firm tannins and a medium finish. Drink now.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e91\/100, James Suckling, Nov 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48400919560384,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/terre-di-san-leonardo-2016-magnum.png?v=1781216703"},{"product_id":"barolo-docg-arborina-2016-magnum-owc-mauro-veglio","title":"Barolo DOCG Arborina 2016 (Magnum), Mauro Veglio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Arborina cru catches the beautiful morning light as it washes over the wide panorama of vineyards seen from La Morra. The Mauro Veglio 2016 Barolo Arborina shows pretty floral characteristics of rose, wild violets and even a fragrant touch of cherry blossom. I tasted the wine twice over a 24-hour period, and those floral aromas only grew more intense and recognizable with time. There's a good amount of fruit here too, along with ethereal tones of tar, licorice and iron ore. The wine is nicely balanced, especially from an aromatic point of view. This estate farms 2.5 hectares in Arborina, but fruit for this wine is drawn from a one-hectare parcel at 250 to 300 meters above sea level, where the oldest vines are located. These are 35 years old and more. With 6,500 bottles made, this is another graceful and elegant expression from Mauro Veglio.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, Monica Larner, Robertparker.com Jul 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2016 Barolo Arborina offers plenty of the punchiness that is so typical of this site. Bright red cherry, blood orange, mint, dried flowers and anise all give the 2016 a striking aromatic top register to match the wine's natural energy. Even with all of its vibrancy, the 2016 has very good finesse in its tannins. Medium in body and refined, this is a winner.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e93\/100, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"La Morra. Tasted blind. Lustrous mid ruby. Pure cherry nose with earthy notes and hints of cinnamon bark. Generous fruit palate with integrated supple acidity and sensationally polished, long tannins. Closes up and becomes a little numb, but the balance is nothing less than spectacular.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e17++\/20, Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com Aug 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mauro Veglio","offers":[{"title":"Magnum OWC","offer_id":48401523212480,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p225_i2_w1181.png?v=1781250950"},{"product_id":"barolo-aleste-2016-magnum-azienda-agricola-luciano-sandrone","title":"Barolo Aleste 2016 (Magnum), Azienda Agricola Luciano Sandrone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Luciano Sandrone 2016 Barolo Aleste is a very special wine for several reasons. First, we get that exceedingly smooth and seamless quality that we saw in many of the other new releases in this portfolio. This trait sums up the house style. Second, this vintage delivers impeccable intensity that transcends the various fruit, spice, earthy and ethereal components of the bouquet. That equal intensity spread across all parts of the wine is what creates those beautiful transitions. The wine is layered and rich in terms of mouthfeel with a long, fruit and spice-driven finish. The tannins are tucked in at the back, surrounded amply by the wine's textural richness and fruit weight.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e98\/100, Monica Larner, Jul'2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A core of ripe, sweet cherry lurks beneath the iron, tar, eucalyptus and tobacco flavors in this firmly structured red, which shows freshness. This has both finesse and power, with a tight matrix of tannins and a long finish. Best from 2023 through 2047. 160 cases imported.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Azienda Agricola Luciano Sandrone","offers":[{"title":"Magnum","offer_id":48401527242944,"sku":null,"price":680.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p349_i1_w1181.png?v=1781251412"},{"product_id":"barolo-docg-paiagallo-2016-magnum-owc-mauro-veglio","title":"Barolo DOCG Paiagallo 2016 (Magnum), Mauro Veglio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a terrific new wine from Mauro Veglio. Fruit is drawn from a small parcel in Paiagallo, in the comune of Barolo, that measures less than one hectare and is situated at 300 meters above sea level. The vines are 35 years old on average. The 2016 Barolo Paiagallo is a beautiful wine, slightly open and accessible with a soft and gentle quality of fruit. It delivers delicate tones of wild berries, dark plum and pressed violets. This interpretation is very pretty, and the wine explores the very fine and nuanced side of the Nebbiolo grape. There is a light brushing of crushed white pepper and mineral on the close. Some 4,000 bottles were made.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, Monica Larner, Robertparker.com Jul 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2016 Barolo Paiagallo is a wine of real beauty. Vivid and translucent, with terrific energy, the 2016 is a real standout. In the glass, the 2016 is potent yet refined, with exceptional balance and so much promise. I can't wait to see how it ages, especially once the tannins have started to soften a bit. Time in the glass brings out the wine's dark, virile feel, as well as quite a bit of power. The 2016, made by Alessandro Veglio before he joined his uncle, Mauro, was done with a lighter touch and aged in cask, so it stands out stylistically in the range.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mauro Veglio","offers":[{"title":"Magnum OWC","offer_id":48401529372864,"sku":null,"price":255.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p226_i2_w1181.png?v=1781251504"},{"product_id":"la-rioja-alta-gran-reserva-904-2004-magnum","title":"Gran Reserva 904 2004 (Magnum), La Rioja Alta","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellence runs in this historical family of Riojas.🏅🏆@lariojaaltasa\u003cbr\u003e904 is an adaptation and a star successor of the original 1904 representing the year the winery came into being with the merger of La Rioja Alta \u0026amp; Ardanza Winery.\u003cbr\u003eRioja, from Northern Spain 🇪🇸 has a few sub-regions with Rioja Alta, the most famous. Known for wines of elegance, La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 is a blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano.\u003cbr\u003eGran Reservas by law must be aged for five years, at least two of those years in oak. La Rioja goes some considerable distance beyond this minimum by spending 4 yrs in barrels and another 5 in bottle before these are released.\u003cbr\u003eApart from their bottles, I personally find their passion to improve every aspect of wine making is unparalleled.\u003cbr\u003eFrom spending heavily on R\u0026amp;D to modernise the wineries, to use of optical guided lasers for sorting berries to actually creating their own barrels, directly importing oak that is specially selected in the United States and naturally dried on the estate in Spain, its like the winery doesn't want to leave any opportunity to improve where they can.\u003cbr\u003eAs Dorothy J Gaiter, acclaimed journalist and wine writer for New York Times wrote, \"Riojas in great years can take at least 15 years to hit their stride, becoming heavenly, structured wines of rich earth, cherry-raspberry-like fruit, hints of chocolate, vanilla and spice, taut acidity, and gracious tannins. The oak and fruit in full harmony. They are ready to drink when released but can stay in your cellar for years, if you can keep your hands off them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a very complete wine with such beautiful length and intensity. It’s compact and very driven with a great finish and length. Dark berries, dried flowers, sandalwood and hints of dried fruit. Extremely long and balanced. Drink now.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, James Suckling, Jul 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2004 Gran Reserva 904 is Tempranillo from Brinas, Labastida and Villalba balanced with 10% Graciano from Briones and Rodezno. The grapes were fermented and macerated in inox vats for 14 days at 28º C, and malolactic fermentation lasted 28 days. The wine aged for 4 years in used American oak barrels averaging 4 years old, during which time it was manually racked 8 times. 150,000 bottles were filled. This 2004, from a superb vintage shows a beautiful light red color with a brick rim and a superb nose redolent of balsamic woods, spices, leather, well-hung meat, incense and truffles. The light to medium-bodied palate shows fully resolved tannins, great acidity and pure, pungent flavors that linger in the mouth forever and that can only be Rioja. This is a wine to smell over and over again. It might sound like an exaggeration, but this wine is still too young and you should wait a little bit and drink the superb 2001 vintage which should still be available on the market while this one matures in bottle. At this quality level the price is superb especially considering that the wine is being released 10 years after the vintage. Drink 2016-2024.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLa Rioja Alta has tremendously improved its wines in the last few years while keeping faithful to the most classical style. They have always been hugely popular in Spain, but they seem to be selling their wines faster and don’t produce every cuvee in every vintage and as a result had very few new wines to show. Vina Ardanza jumped from 2001 to 2004, and the next vintage will be 2005. Followers of traditional Rioja are very lucky as both the 904 as the 890 coming on the market are from great vintages and are superb.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e96\/100 Luis Gutierrez, Roberparker.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"(90% tempranillo and 10% graciano): Bright red. Heady aromas of dried red berries, cherry, smoked meat, vanilla and potpourri, with a spicy element gaining strength with air. Fleshy and seamless in texture, offering sappy red fruit and floral pastille flavors and an undertone of sweet vanilla. The spiciness comes back on the finish, which features suave floral and cherry-vanilla qualities and sneaky tannins. This classic, old-school Rioja is delicious now but is destined for a long, graceful evolution.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, Josh Reynolds, Vinous 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Rioja Alta","offers":[{"title":"Magnum","offer_id":48401717002432,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p154_i2_w1181.png?v=1781252686"},{"product_id":"la-rioja-alta-904-gran-reserva-2005-magnum","title":"Gran Reserva 904 2005 (Magnum), La Rioja Alta","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellence runs in this historical family of Riojas. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lariojaaltasa\/\"\u003e@lariojaaltasa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e904 is an adaptation and a star successor of the original 1904 representing the year the winery came into being with the merger of La Rioja Alta \u0026amp; Ardanza Winery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRioja, from Northern Spain has a few sub-regions with Rioja Alta, the most famous. Known for wines of elegance, La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 is a blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGran Reservas by law must be aged for five years, at least two of those years in oak. La Rioja goes some considerable distance beyond this minimum by spending 4 yrs in barrels and another 5 in bottle before these are released.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApart from their bottles, I personally find their passion to improve every aspect of wine making is unparalleled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom spending heavily on R\u0026amp;D to modernise the wineries, to use of optical guided lasers for sorting berries to actually creating their own barrels, directly importing oak that is specially selected in the United States and naturally dried on the estate in Spain, its like the winery doesn't want to leave any opportunity to improve where they can.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Dorothy J Gaiter, acclaimed journalist and wine writer for New York Times wrote, Riojas in great years can take at least 15 years to hit their stride, becoming heavenly, structured wines of rich earth, cherry-raspberry-like fruit, hints of chocolate, vanilla and spice, taut acidity, and gracious tannins. The oak and fruit in full harmony. They are ready to drink when released but can stay in your cellar for years, if you can keep your hands off them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2005 Gran Reserva 904 is a superb blend of Tempranillo from the villages of Briñas, Labastida and Villalba with 10% Graciano from Briones and Rodezno. The grapes were destemmed and crushed and fermented in stainless steel for 18 days at 25 C. Malolactic fermentation was spontaneous and lasted 38 days. These wines are marked by a long aging in used American oak barrels following the most strict Riojan tradition; four years during which time the wine was manually racked eight times. This is usually my favorite wine from La Rioja Alta and 2005 is one of its best showings, going back to the quality of the vintages of the 1950s and 60s. The nose is very balsamic with notes of camphor, hints of mint, leather and hung game wrapped around a core of cherries in liqueur. Together it is balanced, subtle, truly elegant and classical. The palate is only medium-bodied but with great concentration of flavors that are very tasty, mineral, almost salty and framed by ultra-fine tannins and smashing balance. A great classic. This wine will be released in October 2015, a full ten years after the vintage. At this quality level this is a bargain.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e96\/100, Luis Gutiérrez, Robertparker.com Apr 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAromas of pine needles, ginger, red fruits and cedar. Mushroom too, plus bark and mint. Complex. Full body, ultra fine tannins and a tangy and bright finish. Makes you want to drink it. Made from 90% tempranillo with 10% graciano from 40+ year-old vineyards in the Brinas, Labastida and Villalba. Drink or hold.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, James Suckling, Mar 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Rioja Alta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402495439040,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p142_i2_w1181.png?v=1781254335"},{"product_id":"tenuta-san-leonardo-2013-owc-of-1-magnum","title":"San Leonardo 2013 (Magnum), Tenuta San Leonardo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The flagship wine from this celebrated Trentino estate was not produced in 2012. We do have the stunning 2013 San Leonardo on the market now. This vintage is large in scale and has immediate intensity, and I am somewhat surprised by the volume and seamless bouquet that appears this early in the game. This vintage shows balanced ripeness with plummy fruit aromas that are carefully contrasted against spice, leather and fine tobacco. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère and Merlot, and San Leonardo is always aged in barrique for four years (of which only 25% of the barrels are new). This is a bottle to keep long (extra long) in your cellar.\" \u003cstrong\u003e96\/100, Monica Larner, Robertparker.com, Dec 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"San Leonardo reported that 2013 was one of their most balanced years in the set of recent vintages, and from the bouquet alone, I can already say that I agree. Here I'm finding a classic expression of cool-climate Bordeaux varieties, with fresh blackberry and raspberry, complemented by peppery florals and wild herbs. Smoky minerals add even further depths. The sheer density of fruit is remarkable. Polished yet fleshy and ripe, juicy acids guide with gorgeous inner florals and mounting fine-grained tannins toward the long and youthfully structured finale. This is enjoyable to taste today, yet also well-positioned to mature beautifully for many decades in your cellar. Fans of San Leonardo shouldn't be without the 2013.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, Eric Guido, Vinous, Jul 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402510053568,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p222_i2_w1181.png?v=1781254377"},{"product_id":"tenuta-san-leonardo-2015-owc-of-1-magnum","title":"San Leonardo 2015 (Magnum), Tenuta San Leonardo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"I am reluctant to draw too many conclusions from this sample because it has not yet finished its bottle evolution. San Leonardo is notorious for its long aging requirements, even in a warm and accessible vintage such as this. The 2015 San Leonardo will be officially presented at Vinitaly in 2020 (in April) and will hit foreign markets soon after that. From what we can determine now, this is shaping up to be a beautiful wine with deep inner fruit richness and exuberance. In its current state, the wine is lavish and extremely radiant. I am faithful that great results will follow. Stay tuned..\" \u003cstrong\u003e94-97\/100 Monica Larner, RobertParker.com, Dec 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The 2015 San Leonardo is a classic in the making. The bouquet is wonderfully perfumed with peppery florals, mixing tart cherry and blueberry with white smoke, hints of graphite and shaved cedar. Silky textures race across a core of juicy acids and minerals, making for a ripe yet cool-toned and pleasurably tactile expression. Youthful tannins slowly make themselves known toward the close. Long, structured and spicy, the 2015 finishes with a crescendo of tart blue and black fruits, tapering off to notes of subtly sweet spice. As good as this is today, it will only get better over time. That said, it doesn't appear that this is going to shut down anytime in the immediate future, so it's certainly worth checking on a bottle or two before forgetting the rest in your cellar.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, Eric Guido, Vinous, Jul 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"From a palpably riper vintage than the 2014 tasted yesterday but still with San Leonardo's trademark restraint. This is very youthful and clearly has the structure underneath to go quite a distance. Great freshness and bite but not at all skinny. Much more aérienne than the average red bordeaux - on which it was originally modelled. Very long indeed.\" \u003cstrong\u003e17.5\/20, Jancis Robinson, Mar 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Notes of wet tobacco, dried earth, cumin, cedar and dried red plums form the basis of the nose. Structured and serious on the palate with just the right amount of fruit to balance out the backbone of firm, austere tannins. Drink from 2021.\" \u003cstrong\u003e92\/100 James Suckling, Nov 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSan Leonardo is a very ancient hamlet, whose origins are lost in time. But even before the year 1000, San Leonardo in Sarnis was known as a place where the grapevine flourished. There the Frati Crociferi (the Crutched Friars) perfected their winemaking skills, to the point of being highly esteemed by the Austro-Hungarian court in Vienna. The boundaries of today's estate, which boasts 300 hectares, aligns precisely with the perimeter of the ancient feudal settlement. The Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga, owners and winegrowers at San Leonardo since the 18th century, have always played a major role in its centuries-old history, and this long family tradition today embraces every corner of the estate, which is a world of its own, a borgo within its own circuit of walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe venerable fermentation cellar contains just vats built of concrete. Here, the red wines start fermentation spontaneously, without the help of technology or of cultured yeasts. These fermentations generally last not more than 15\/18 days, during which they undergo multiple pumpovers and délestage. Once the fermentations are complete, the wine is drawn off and the remaining pomace is gently pressed under the watchful eye of San Leonardo's cellar workers, who have passed down this art from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Baricaia cellars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs is often the case with older wine estates, the cellars are arranged on different levels. From the courtyard, one enters the fermentation cellar, which contains concrete vats, on several levels, built right after the First World War. Recently, the more ancient underground cellar, in the heart of the borgo, was re-structured, along with its large vats where lots of wine are blended. Only the underground barrel cellar, constructed in 2001, enjoys one large, dedicated space; here the wines undergo maturation, resting, some for at least 24 months in small oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402528305344,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p221_i2_w1181.png?v=1781254424"},{"product_id":"le-pergole-torte-2009-magnum-montevertine","title":"Le Pergole Torte Montevertine (Magnum) 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"This vintage is very similar to the 2007 edition in terms of intensity, fullness and suppleness. The 2009 Le Pergole Torte shows velvety rich and dark extraction with softly intense aromas of black cherry, spice and grilled rosemary. There's a piquant touch of cheese rind or creamy white chocolate hidden deep somewhere at the back. All of these aromatic elements build in momentum and power to bring the wine a big notch forward in terms of complexity and personality. This is one of the most distinctive wines made in Tuscany, and those singular Montevertine attributes are proudly on display her\" - \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, Monica Larner, Robertparker.com, Mar 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The 2009 Le Pergole Torte is young, primary and fruit-driven. This is another wine that is hard to taste in this setting, as the flavors are so primary. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate and spices are all pushed forward. Succulent, layered and beautifully expressive, the 2009 is likely to open up sooner than most Pergole Tortes, although another few years will help the tannin soften. In some ways, the 2009 is a less plush and exotic version of the 2007. Next to the other warm vintages (2003, 2007 and 2011), the 2009 is lighter and more mid-weight in structure.\" - \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montevertine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402539905216,"sku":null,"price":780.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p219_i2_w1181.png?v=1781254453"},{"product_id":"la-mission-haut-brion-1994-magnum","title":"La Mission Haut Brion 1994 (Magnum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"This vintage again demonstrates what an extraordinary terroir La Mission-Haut-Brion possesses. It was not an easy year, with rain, flowering issues and uncooperative weather in the critical months of August and September, but the vineyard's superb drainage and La Mission's ability to produce fascinating aromatics even in difficult vintages triumphs again. Classic Graves aromas of charcoal, scorched earth, red and black fruits, truffles, graphite and melted tar emerge from this dark garnet\/plum-colored 1994. In the mouth, there is some angularity and rustic tannins remaining, but they are not out of balance. With medium to full body as well as more depth than many of its peers, the wine appears to be close to full maturity. However, with this level of acidity and tannin, it is not likely to fall apart any time soon. Anticipated maturity: now-2025\" - \u003cstrong\u003e92\/100, Robert Parker JR, RobertParker.com, Aug 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Fully mature, this has morphed into an elegant, soft, refined, lighter style of La Mission Haut Brion. Everything has moved to the subtle side. The wine is not overly complex, but the sweet notes of cassis, cherry and cigar wrapper were there, just to a lighter degree. The tannins have completely melted away. The soft finish is on the short side. The wine is now, disarmingly easy to drink. If you have any of this in your cellar, you need to be popping those corks, before the remaining fruit fades away. Pop and pour, or a short, 20 minute decant is all this needs.\" - \u003cstrong\u003e90\/100, The Wine Cellar Insider, Mar 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau La Mission Haut Brion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402566185152,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p201_i2_w1181.png?v=1781254497"},{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-cerbaiona-1997-magnum","title":"Brunello di Montalcino 1997 (Magnum), Cerbaiona","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Saturated, nearly opaque garnet. Reluctant aromas of violet and blackcurrant. Intense blackberry jam flavor explodes in the mouth, with dark berry notes continuing through the substantial, long finish. Richly textured, with full, ripe tannins and a bit of heat, this brooding wine offers an imposing Brunello experience.\" - \u003cstrong\u003e92\/100, Edward Beltrami, Vinous, July 2002\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cerbaiona","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402574901440,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p203_i3_w1181.png?v=1781254515"},{"product_id":"villa-di-capezzana-2016-carmignano-magnum","title":"Villa di Capezzana DOCG BIO 2016 (Magnum), Tenuta di Capezzana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe flag bearer, the pioneer, proudly carrying the weight of the enormous Carmignano legacy of quality wines for centuries, Villa di Capezzana is a true icon. Starting 1925, this super Tuscan blend in many ways had already been around for decades vowing the audience before the wine world became smitten with the super Tuscan movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAged for about 2 yrs, first in French barriques and tonneaux and then in bottles, starting 2015 vintage the vineyards are now certified organic. This is one super Tuscan that brings super joy with every Vintage with its smooth, almost velvety tannins. That it is so marvelously priced, is just a side advantage. Villa di Capezzana is the pride and joy of the Wine Monk Portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Plum and dried orange-peel aromas follow through to a full body and tight, firm tannins. Savory finish. Succulent. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but will age nicely. 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I can't wait to come back to this vintage 10 or 20 years from now.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97+\/100, Monica Larner, Robert Parker, Dec'2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A very elegant, classic Bordeaux blend in the Italian context, but this is actually a special wine in any context, thanks to its subtlety and aromatic complexity. Blackcurrant, black-cherry and mint notes with just a hint of red bell pepper. Finely etched, medium-bodied palate with crisp tannins and lively acidity. The elegant tannins carry the long, cool finish. Drinkable now, but better from 2023.\" \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, James Suckling, Jun'2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A lovely beam of black currant and fig cake flavors play off savory bay leaf and olive tapenade notes in this elegant, medium- to full-bodied red, which is fresh and focused, with good tension from a core of sculpted tannins. Long and fragrant on the creamy, mineral- and spice-laced finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmènere and Merlot. Drink now through 2036. 5,900 cases made, 650 cases imported.\" 93\/100 Alison, Napjus, Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402606915776,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p408_i1_w1181.png?v=1781254591"},{"product_id":"tignanello-toscana-igt-2016-magnum-antinori","title":"Tignanello IGT 2016 (Mag), Marchesi Antinori","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The 2016 Tignanello is flat out stunning. Dark, dense and resonant, the 2016 is a wonderfully complete wine that will provide readers with decades of pure drinking pleasure. The 2016 is especially dark and brooding, and yet the tannins are incredibly polished to the point of being perceptible. In the glass, the 2016 is complete and regal, perhaps because of the super-classic blend of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. The pedigree of the vintage comes through in the wine's extraordinary balance and total sense of finesse. I don't think there is another wine anywhere in the world made entirely from estate fruit that can match Tignanello for quality, consistency and value within its peer group of top-flight reds.\" \u003cstrong\u003e98pts, Antonio Galloni\/Vinous, Aug 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"To hit the market in June, the 2016 Tignanello is a rock-solid wine and a stunning beauty. The wine offers an impeccable level of precision and laser-focus delivery of fruits, spices, tilled earth, espresso beans and Mediterranean herbs. This vintage follows the classic blending formula of 80% Sangiovese with about 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc. The vines are now 15 to 20 years old. Compared to the 2015 vintage that ultimately appeared more chewy and succulent, this expression from the iconic 2016 vintage is more vibrant, nervous and jazzed. It shows more savory spice, saltiness and minerality, with a beautifully integrated quality of tannins. Some 320,000 bottles were produced. This wine is at the top of the list of some of the best Tignanello ever made, including the vintages 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013 and 2015.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, Monica Larner, Robert Parker, Jun'2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Wonderful aromas of pine needles, rosemary, fresh mushrooms, bark and dark fruit. Full body. Very tight and tannic backbone. Racy and driven. Undertones of orange peel and wet earth. Even licorice and mint. Great finish. Better after 2021, but exciting to taste now.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100 James Suckling, Nov 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"There is something extra in the quality of the black cherry and black currant fruit, accented by violet, mineral and oak spice hints. Shows superb energy and a refined structure. Very intense, complex and long. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2024 through 2043.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, Wine Spectator, 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine \u0026amp; the Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine that started it all in Italy, the first one from Tuscany to have come out to the world with a blend that also comprised non-native grapes, Tignanello is an absolutely pioneering effort and is the one that started the whole 'Super Tuscan' movement. It was the first Sangiovese wine to be aged in small oak barrels, the first modern red wine to use such non-traditional varieties as Cabernet (meaning non Italian\/non Tuscany, a pretty big deal in the days of the yore), in the blend, and among the first red wines from the Chianti Classico area to be produced without white grapes. It is also pretty close to the Wine Monk team's hearts as this was truly the first great wine (and by those standards expensive) the team tasted and fell in love.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine, originally called \"Chianti Classico Riserva vigneto Tignanello\" (a Chianti Classico Riserva from the Tignanello vineyard), was produced for the first time from a single vineyard parcel in 1970, when the blend contained 20% of Canaiolo and 5% of Trebbiano and Malvasia, both white grapes, and the wine aged in small oak barrels. In 1971 it became a Tuscan red table wine rather than a Chianti Classico, and was called Tignanello. In the 1975 vintage the white grapes were totally eliminated from the blend. Ever since 1982, the blend has been the one currently used. Tignanello is bottled only in favorable vintages, and was not produced in 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1984, 1992, and 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antinori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402628870336,"sku":null,"price":910.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p421_i1_w1181.png?v=1781254636"},{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-1999-magnum","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc 1999 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A blend of 59% Merlot and 41% Cabernet Franc, the complex, explosively fragrant 1999 Cheval Blanc is already showing well, which is a good sign for a wine that traditionally is reserved early in life, but puts on weight and richness in the bottle. Stylistically, this wine is probably cut from the same mould as vintages such as 1985, 1966, and 1962. The color is a dense ruby with purple nuances. Once past the blockbuster bouquet of menthol, leather, black fruits, licorice, and mocha, the wine reveals medium body, extraordinary elegance, purity, and sweet, harmonious flavors with no hard edges. A seamless beauty of finesses, charm, and concentration, 1999 has produced an exciting Cheval Blanc to drink relatively young.\" \u003cstrong\u003e93\/100, Robert Parker, Apr'2002\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Spicy, vegy nose with great, top-quality density and balance. Pretty smart without being too concentrated or sweet. Very fresh and vibrant. Good wine!\" \u003cstrong\u003e18\/20, Jancis Robinson, Sep'2009\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Love the chocolate mousse and berry aromas here. This is opulent, yet reserved, and beautiful. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a delicious finish. Offering so much finesse and beauty, this is a polished and gorgeous Cheval.\" \u003cstrong\u003e91\/100 Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the estate (Apr'2010)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This was a warm year, but one without any drought periods. Yields were relatively high and there was a great synergy between Merlot and Cabernet Franc that ended up producing an extremely pleasurable wine. The deep intense colour shows bricking in keeping with its age. The nose is concentrated with very ripe black fruit and crème de cassis aromas, as well as hints of chocolate, orange, violet, and liquorice. The oak is well-integrated with empyreumatic nuances of toasted almonds. Perfectly defined tertiary aromas have appeared over time: truffle, forest floor, and fruit in brandy. 1999 Cheval Blanc has remained very fresh. It starts out very flavoursome and velvety on the palate, with plenty of fruit and a hint of cedar. This smooth, silky Cheval Blanc has great length, although without the concentration of great vintages. This vintage has opened up quickly and is already proving to be charming and delicious. It provides a great deal of pleasure and has reached its peak. 1999 Cheval Blanc epitomises the synergy between concentrated, but well-balanced Merlot, and elegant, aromatic Cabernet Franc.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Cheval Blanc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402656362688,"sku":null,"price":2670.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p433_i1_w1181.png?v=1781254691"},{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-docg-2015-magnum-fattoria-dei-barbi","title":"Brunello di Montalcino DOCG (Magnum) 2015, Fattoria Dei Barbi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Ripe plum and cherry aromas with dried flowers and spices. Some lavender and cedar, too. Full bodied, tight and chewy. Needs time to soften and come together. Better after 2022.\" \u003cstrong\u003e96\/100, James Suckling, Sep'2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The Fattoria dei Barbi 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is a extremely polished and precise expression that hits all the right buttons for those seeking a classic expression of Sangiovese. In appearance, the wine shows a bright ruby hue with brilliant garnet reflections. The bouquet is tempered and shy at first, but it opens quickly to reveal those characteristic aromas of wild berry, candied cherry, licorice and pressed blue flowers that are so beautifully tied to this mighty Tuscan grape. Some 149,000 bottles were released in January 2020.\" \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100, Monica Larner, Robert Parker, Feb'2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow often do we come across families which can trace history and lineage back for over 7 centuries? Colombini family that runs Fattoria dei Barbi is one such family. The second oldest estate in Montalcino, it's pioneer non pareil. The estate extends over 306 hectares (around 757 acres) at Montalcino and Scansano. Stefano Cinelli Colombini, heir of the ancient Sienese line that has been present in Montalcino since 1352, runs this family property. Stefano and Fattoria Dei Barbi have also been key contributors in helping Montalcino develop into the current attraction to the outside world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fattoria has always been a careful custodian of tradition, but also attentive to innovation and a pioneer in every sphere of winemaking. It was the first firm in Montalcino to export bottled wine to France (1817), the first to sell Brunello by mail order (1832), the first to export it to America (1962), England (1969) and Japan (1975). In the 1960s the estate was a pioneer in using organic fertilizers, in the 1990s it created the first \"artificial nose\" for analyzing wine, and in 2000 was one of the first to use carbon dioxide for cold fermentation of red wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 66 hectares of the farm have an average density of about 5,000 vines and produce on the average less than 1.5 kg of grapes per vine; thus each vine produces only a little more than one bottle of wine. The philosophy of the Colombini family and the Fattoria dei Barbi has always been to know and study the most innovative technology and then wed it to the best tradition, so as to improve everything they produce without ever changing its distinguishing characteristics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAncestors of the estate have also been known to be the first family who started mail order wine delivery in Tuscany! 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The 2006 Ornellaia is one of the highlights of this sensational Tuscan vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. This set of new 2006s from Tenuta dell'Ornellaia leaves me looking for words that can adequately capture the pure magic and sheer profoundness the property has achieved in this important, hallmark vintage. I will try with one word: Monumental. The Ornellaia team led by Oenologist Axel Heinz and Agronomist\/General Manager Leonardo Raspini has done a fabulous job with these wines, which have never failed to literally send shivers down my spine on the multiple occasions I have tasted them.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, Antonio Galloni, Robert Parker, Aug'2009\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is complex and fascinating. At first taste it is like a great California Cabernet mixed with a first growth Bordeaux. Delicious licorice, mint, and currants on the palate. Full bodied, chewy, with ultra fine tannins. A gorgeous, classy wine that needs to be left in the cellar for at least 5 years. Have fun with this one after 2015.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100, James Suckling, Nov'2010\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Dark in color, showing loads of dark fruits on the nose, as well as licorice and berries and hints of mint and cedar. Full-bodied, with refined yet chewy tannins and a ripe berry, coffee and chocolate aftertaste. New wood barrels shine through. But it will all come together with bottle age. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best after 2012. 12,080 cases made, 2,600 cases imported.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e95\/100, Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frescobaldi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48404809187520,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p410_i1_w1181.png?v=1781259325"},{"product_id":"villa-di-capezzana-2010-10th-anni-magnum-bottle","title":"Villa di Capezzana 2010 10th Anni (Magnum), Tenuta di Capezzana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe flag bearer, the pioneer, proudly carrying the weight of the enormous Carmignano legacy of quality wines for centuries, Villa di Capezzana is a true icon. Starting 1925, this super Tuscan blend in many ways had already been around for decades vowing the audience before the wine world became smitten with the super Tuscan movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile on an average the Villa di Capezzana is aged for about 2 yrs, first in French barriques and tonneaux and then in bottles, starting 2006 vintage, the producer started keeping aside a small selection, about 500 cases, to be released on the 10th anniversary of the vintage. 2010 10th anniversary bottles are sublime. Coming from a recent super star vintage, the 10th anni treatment has made the wine earn even more glowing accolades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A rich, juicy Carmignano now with full body, chewy tannins and hints of black truffles and black olives to the cherries. It's full-bodied and intense. Ready now, if a little overly tannic. Nice wine with age. Drink now.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e94\/100 James Suckling, Aug 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta di Capezzana","offers":[{"title":"Single Magnum (1500ml)","offer_id":48404898480320,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/6718\/7648\/files\/s322413735741970331_p208_i3_w1181.png?v=1781263239"},{"product_id":"villa-di-capezzana-2010-10th-anni-magnum","title":"Villa di Capezzana 2010 10th Anni (Magnum), Tenuta di Capezzana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe flag bearer, the pioneer, proudly carrying the weight of the enormous Carmignano legacy of quality wines for centuries, Villa di Capezzana is a true icon. 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