2013
2013
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Burgundy | 1 | - | $565.00 | |||||
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Indulge in the renowned Rapet Pere & Fils Corton-Pougets Grand Cru 2013, hailing from the exquisite vineyards of Burgundy, France. Rooted in the calcareous soils of Corton hill, this magnificent red exudes rich bouquets of ripe cherries, savoury undertones, and a hint of earthy minerality. It has been meticulously handcrafted by the heirs of the esteemed Rapet Pere & Fils, a winery whose legacy spans over two centuries. Produced from hand-picked, destemmed Pinot Noir grapes, this expressive Grand Cru illustrates the mastery of its creators, showcasing the perfect balance of power and elegance. Impeccably aged in French oak, this wine's enchanting structure boasts robust tannins and a velvety finish, leaving an unforgettable imprint on your palate. Savour the luxurious, every facet of the Rapet Pere & Fils Corton-Pougets Grand Cru 2013 tells a captivating story - from the historic terroirs of Burgundy to your dining table. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) | $537.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)The 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux has a sensual nose with subtle hazelnut, smoke and almost resinous scents, verging on Riesling scents, that are beautifully defined. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry with pleasing, mouth-watering salinity, easing back toward the finish with Granny Smith apples and a healthy dash of lemongrass. I can imagine this changing a lot in bottle – it comes across as a mercurial Chablis Butteaux. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) | $732.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (90)The 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Fôrets has a very attractive, pine needle-tinged bouquet with a subtle mineral element (wet limestone) in the background. The palate is fresh on the entry with crisp acidity, clearly a level up from the village cru, with hints of shaved ginger flourishing toward the finish. This is showing nicely. There is something nonchalant about this Fôrets, although it needs perhaps just another year in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90 (WA) | $2,110.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (90)The 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Fôrets has a very attractive, pine needle-tinged bouquet with a subtle mineral element (wet limestone) in the background. The palate is fresh on the entry with crisp acidity, clearly a level up from the village cru, with hints of shaved ginger flourishing toward the finish. This is showing nicely. There is something nonchalant about this Fôrets, although it needs perhaps just another year in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (BH) | $537.00 | |||||
Burghound (92)(Outstanding) Along with the Blanchots this is the most floral wine in the range with its elegant nose of pear, apple, spice and soft apricot nuances that exhibit just enough Chablis typicity to be persuasive. There is a lovely sense of vibrancy to the delicious and very rounded medium-bodied flavors that possess fine depth and excellent length on the mouth coating and powerful finish. While not quite at its usual level this is certainly a fine effort in the context of the vintage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92+ (WA) | $854.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92+)The 2013 Chablis Grand Cru Blanchots is much more reserved on the nose, biding its time, not wishing to make a grand entrance like some of the more expressive premier crus at this stage. The palate is fresh and crisp, again with impressive salinity and hints of ginger lending spiciness on the back palate. It does not quite deliver grand cru weight and penetration on the finish, mainly due to the vintage, but it does linger incredibly long afterward. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 92+ (VN) | $3,030.00 | |||||
Vinous (92+)Deep red-ruby. Black cherry and dark berries on the backward nose. Concentrated and densely packed, with dark fruit and saline mineral flavors conveying an impression of brooding power. Much tighter and more masculine than the showy 2014 version, but these tannins are ripe and sweet. The juicy finish displays lovely lift and length. Excellent aging potential here. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) | $2,805.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)Dark red with ruby highlights. Very ripe aromas of black cherry, licorice and menthol are leavened by a distinct medicinal reserve. Sweet and thick but penetrating as well, with the black fruit flavors saturating the mouth. Finishes broad, gripping and long, with sweet tannins coating the teeth. I give this the edge over the young 2014 Clos Vougeot, but between the two vintages of Charmes-Chambertin I prefer the '14. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | $150.00 | |||||
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Presenting the 'Rene Leclerc Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru La Combe Aux Moines 2013', an unparalleled French red wine for those with refined taste. Lovingly cultivated in Gevrey-Chambertin, within the respected Burgundy wine region, and filled with the spirit of an exceptional vintage. Acutely expressive, it proffers pronounced notes of vibrant red and black fruits, enriched by intermittent earthy undertones. This outstanding wine is the result of producer Rene Leclerc's multi-generational expertise and passion for winemaking. Aged in oak barrels over 18 months, this single vineyard Pinot Noir has a solid structure that promises great ageing potential. Revered by connoisseurs, its dynamic palate is balanced and unwavering, reflecting the terroir's celebrated minerality, and ensuring its prominent position amongst the renowned Premier Crus. Experience the sublime depth of taste of the 'Rene Leclerc Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru La Combe Aux Moines 2013', a true testimony to unsurpassed craftsmanship in winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (VN) | $1,085.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-94)Good medium red. Refined aromas of boysenberry, black cherry, minerals and violet. Subtle, suave and fine-grained, with dark berry and pungent mineral flavors coming across as utterly seamless yet vigorous. Not a fat wine but wonderfully perfumed, gripping and long. Like a mini-2010 in style, and built for a slow and graceful evolution in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-94 (VN) | $113.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-94)Good medium red. Refined aromas of boysenberry, black cherry, minerals and violet. Subtle, suave and fine-grained, with dark berry and pungent mineral flavors coming across as utterly seamless yet vigorous. Not a fat wine but wonderfully perfumed, gripping and long. Like a mini-2010 in style, and built for a slow and graceful evolution in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (WA) | $1,150.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (88-90)The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru les Chaignots has darker fruit on the nose than the village cru: blackberry and raspberry, light sous-bois scents emerging with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly lactic entry, hints of mocha lining the red berry fruit with quite a forward, sumptuous finish that comes as a surprise given the vintage. This may improve once in bottle. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-96 (VN) | $1,935.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-96)(70% vendange entier; 100% new oak; these 80-year-old vines produced 37 hectoliters per hectare in 2013): Bright, dark red. Lovely pepper-and-spice lift to the aromas of red cherry, rose petal and licorice. Sappy and dense, with a captivating light touch and a compelling sweet/savory balance to the red fruit and licorice flavors. The very long finish features noble tannins and a building spiciness. A bit hard to taste today owing to a high level of carbon dioxide but looks to be brilliant. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) | $3,785.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses has a composed bouquet with good fruit intensity, blueberry and wild strawberry, neatly integrated oak, a real presence. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, tightly wound at the moment but with precision and a brisk acidic line that keeps everything very focused. Give this 4-5 years in the cellar at least. Tasted September 2016. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93 (WA) | $2,425.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Hauts Doix has a reserved, tightly wound bouquet, but there is decent fruit stored up here, black plum and raspberry coulis, damp earthy notes that become more accentuated in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, plenty of juicy red fruit laid over fine structure, plus there is fine mineralité surfacing on the finish to complete to a very well-made Chambolle-Musigny from Nicolas Groffier. Tasted September 2016. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92 (WA) | $1,300.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92)Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers has an upfront, fruit-driven bouquet with pure raspberry, wild strawberry and dried rose petal aromas that unfurl in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, gentle at first but segueing into quite a structured and multi-layered finish with edgy redcurrant and crushed strawberry notes on the finish. This is excellent. Tasted September 2016. |
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