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Chateau Haut Batailley 2002
NZD $79.95 NZD $74.95
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Chateau Haut Batailley 2003
NZD $89.95 NZD $84.95
This particular property situated in Pauillac is classified as a 5th growth and has gone from strength to strength over the last 10-15 years. The 2003 vintage is a remarkably hot one but very suited to Pauillac, Haut-Batailley made an absolutely classic wine, a complete charmer. This is typical Pauillac with its cider and lead pencil aromas, big concentration of blackberry fruit flavours, compote and medium to full bodied. As with most 2003s the wines are very approachable now but will also cellar for a number of years. For anyone wanting a superb blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this is it. Outstanding depth and vibrancy yet remaining very clean and pure. Cellar for 8-10 years.
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Reserve de la Comtesse 2009
NZD $109.95
The finest second wine they have made, the 2009 Reserve de Comtesse is composed of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc. Flavourful and full-bodied with loads of texture and opulence, it offers up aromas of forest floor and black fruits. The surprisingly high tannin level is barely noticeable given the sweetness of the fruit and abundant glycerin. Nevertheless, the 13% alcohol is right in line with that of the Pichon Lalande. Drink the Reserve de Comtesse over the next 10-15 years. (Tasted once.) Like most Medoc chateaux, Pichon Lalande began their harvest on September 22, and finished on October 7.
Robert Parker 91-93/100
Please Note: This wine will be arriving on approximately January 2012.
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Chateau Pontet-Canet 2002
NZD $119.95 NZD $109.95
A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot, this wine will have 40-50 years of longevility and should turn out to be the greatest Pontet-Canet since such ancient classics as 1961, 1945 and 1929. It boasts an inky/purple colour as well as pure creme de cassis aromas, first-growth nobility and raciness, massive body, tannin and extract and a finish that lasts nearly a minute. With extraordinary purity and density, it is unapproachable at present and is best cellared untill 2012 and drunk over the following 50 years.
- Robert Parker 94-96
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Chateau Lynch Bages 2004
NZD $124.95
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Chateau Pichon-Longueville au Baron 2002
NZD $189.95 NZD $184.95
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Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron 2004
NZD $194.95
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Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2005
NZD $224.95 NZD $189.95
"The brilliant 2005 Grand-Puy-Lacoste exhibits classic Pauillac aromas and flavours of creme de cassis along with stony/floral notes. Proprietor Xavier Borie has created a wine that should rival the brilliant 1982, 1990, 1996, and 2000. Full-bodied with sweet tannin and superb length (a 40+ second finish), the purity of this beauty’s black currant fruit is something to behold. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2030."
95/100 Robert Parker
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Chateau Lynch Bages 2005
NZD $249.95 NZD $194.95
"This outstanding effort is slightly lighter, more streamlined and delicate than followers of Lynch Bages have come to expect after such great vintages as 1982, 1989, 1990, 1996, and 2000. A deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by a classic Medoc nose of tapenade, roasted herbs, licorice, cedar, black currants, and damp earth. Medium-bodied with moderate tannin, sweet fruit, and surprising softness as well as forwardness for a 2005 northern Medoc, it can be drunk now and over the next 20+ years."
91/100 Robert Parker
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Chateau Pichon Longueville au Baron 2003
NZD $269.95
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Chateau Lynch Bages 2009
NZD $289.95
"The highest levels of polyphenols ever measured at Lynch Bages (20% higher than any prior vintage) are found in the 2009, which achieved 13.4% natural alcohol, and a normal pH of 3.64. Composed of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it is the greatest Lynch Bages since the outstanding duo of 1989 and 1990. The black/purple-tinged 2009 exhibits a glorious perfume of graphite, black currants, and subtle smoke, powerful, thick, unctuously textured flavours, huge yet sweet tannins, fabulous purity, and a finish that lasts 40-45 seconds. Five to eight years of patience will be required, but this is a 30-40-year wine from this popular estate run by the affable and highly respected Cazes family. (Tasted three times.)"
Robert Parker 94-96+/100
Please Note: This wine will be arriving on approximately January 2012.
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Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2003
NZD $294.95
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