Boutique Wines
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1999 ![]() Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien “Firm and silky red, with spices, berries and cinnamon. Medium-bodied, with firm tannins and a medium finish. Very good Ducru. Best from 2003 through 2007. 17,500 cases made. –JS” Wine Spectator: 89 pts
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1999 ![]() Champagne Gardet "Cuvée Charles Gardet" Brut Vintage Champagne Chardonnay, Pinot Noir Fine, delicate, pale-gold bubbles, which will deepen in color over time. The nose is silky and complex with flowery aromas. A sparkler with a good balance of freshness and roundness.
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2000 ![]() Château Cos D’Estournel 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint Estèphe "Absolutely gorgeous on the nose, with currants, blackberries and freshly cut flowers. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a solid core of fruit. This goes on and on on the palate. The essence of class and refinement. Relatively good value, considering the superb quality. No better Cos since 1989. Best after 2010. 20,830 cases made." -JS
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2000 ![]() Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ Tokaj Aszú 3 Puttonyos Tokaj Harslevelü, Furmint Aszú 3 Puttonyos (minimum 60 g/l res. sugar)
A deep golden color with an exquisitely refined and complex nose of dried apricot, prune, orange, honey, and walnut. A wine that is fresh, sumptuous, and unique with a complexity that confirms its reputation as the “king of wines and wine of kings" (Louis XIV). A truly revelatory experience.
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2000 ![]() Château Fatin St Estèphe Bordeaux Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petite Verdot Hand-picked grapes. Temperature controlled stainless steel/concrete vats. Aged 22 months in 1 year old barrels.
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2000 ![]() Château Palmer 3rd Grand Cru Classé Margaux "This takes time to unwind, but then it explodes with fruit and powerful, yet silky tannins. Perfumed and rich, with berry, cherry, and tobacco character. Full-bodied, with super-well-integrated tannins and a reduced, refined palate structure. It's compacted and powerful. Very racy wine. Best after 2010." -JS
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2000 ![]() Château La Mission Haut-Brion Grand Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan "Lovely aromas of dried lavender, crushed berries, and minerals. Full-bodied, with firm, yet polished tannins and a medium finish of tobacco, berry, and dark chocolate. A balanced and very pretty young red. Not quite as exciting as in barrel, but clearly outstanding. Best after 2010." -JS
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2000 ![]() Château Pape Clément Grand Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan "Subtle aromas of blackberries and cherries, with hints of chocolate. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a ripe fruit, chocolate aftertaste. A solid Pape Clément. Best after 2010. 6,915 cases made." -JS
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2000 ![]() Château Angélus 1st Grand Cru Classé A Saint-Emilion "Angélus continues its hot streak. Super color and concentration for the vintage. Exotic aromas of berries, red fruits, toasted oak, and minerals. Full-bodied, with full, silky tannins and a long minty, fruity finish. Fine for drinking now. Best after 1999." -JS (W.S.)
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2000 Château Clos de L’oratoire Saint-Emilion "Subtle, yet rich. Refined, yet powerful. Full-bodied, with super silky tannins, yet it's elegant and caressing. Joy to taste. Fantastic l'Oratoire. From the same people who bring you La Mondotte and Canon-LaGaffelière. Best after 2010. 3,750 cases made." -JS
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2000 Château L’Evangile Pomerol "Great concentration to this wine. Yet harmonious and classy. The ripe fruit and toasted oak jumps out of the glass in this one. Full-bodied, with an opulent fruit, coffee, and milk chocolate character. Velvet and round textured. Best after 2010. 2,800 cases made." -JS
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2001 ![]() Château Brillette Moulis -Médoc Cru Bourgeois Supérieur Bordeaux Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot “Big and soft, with ripe tannins and lots of pretty fruit. Full-bodied and fruity, with a chocolate and berry aftertaste. Best after 2007.” W.S.
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2001 ![]() Château Cheval Blanc Grand Cru Classé A Saint-Emilion “Dark and intense, with blackberry, plum and light vanilla aromas. Subtle and complex. Full-bodied, with plenty of berry and vanilla character and a long, silky finish. Very racy. Very refined and long. Love the caressing texture. Close to the 2000 in quality. Best after 2008. (JS)” W.S. Wine Advocate: 93 Pts Wine Spectator: 92 Pts
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2001 ![]() Champagne Gardet Rosé de “Saignée” "Cuvée Charles Gardet" Brut Vintage Champagne Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier This is a Rosé de “Saignée” whose color was obtained by leaving the grapes to macerate for a few hours after the pressing, in order to get colored juices. With more structure than a blended rosé, this Rosé de “Saignée” and its strong berry aromas will be much appreciated with meal.
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2001 ![]() Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ Tokaj Aszú 5 Puttonyos Tokaj Harslevelü, Furmint A magnificent tawny gold color. On the nose- an elegant, subtle, and complex bouquet of honeyed apricot, plum, peach, orange, and hazelnut, followed by a sumptuous and unmatched palate. This Tokaj Aszu's singular complexity confirms its mysterious reputation as the "king of wines and wine of the kings"
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2001 ![]() Château Merville Saint Estèphe Bordeaux Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot A pleasant red with plum and chocolate character, medium body and a fresh finish.
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2001 ![]() Château Brillette Moulis-Médoc Cru Bourgeois Supérieur Bordeaux Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot “Big and soft, with ripe tannins and lots of pretty fruit. Full-bodied and fruity, with a chocolate and berry aftertaste. Best after 2007.– J.S.” Size: 1500 ml. Wine Spectator: 88 pts
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2001 ![]() Château Pontet Canet 5th Grand Cru Classé Pauillac "Enticing blackberry and licorice character, with a tiny bit of tobacco. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a serious finish. Best after 2007." -JS
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2002 ![]() Château Malartic-Lagravière Grand Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan “Perfumed aromas of blackberries and Indian spices follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins and a fruity finish. Balanced red. Best after 2007. 6,500 cases made. –JS” Wine Spectator: 87 pts
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2002 ![]() Château Léoville-Las Cases 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien “The wine exhibits pure black currant, licorice-infused fruit, huge body, a viscous mid-palate, and a long, heady finish(…).I am amazed at just how rich, intense, and full-bodied it tastes even after bottling. This is certainly one of the half dozen or so candidates for wine of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030+." R.P. Wine Advocate: 95 pts Wine Spectator: 94 pts
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2002 ![]() Château Cos D’Estournel 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint Estèphe “Gorgeous aromas of currants and berries with hints of licorice. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a pretty finish. Silky. This is extremely good for the vintage. The team of Cos worked hard on their 2002 and it shows.” W.S. Wine Advocate: 93 Pts Wine Spectator: 93 pts
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2002 ![]() Clos du Marquis 2nd wine of Château Léoville Las Cases Saint-Julien Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot “Wonderful aromas of currants and berries with hints of flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, with a balance of tannins and fruit. Refined and pretty finish. Best after 2008.” –JS W.S. Size: 375 ml. Wine Spectator: 90 pts
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2002 ![]() Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien “Very attractive aromas of fresh berries, raspberries and cherries. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a medium, refined finish. Lots of finesse.” –JS W.S. Size: 375 ml. Wine Spectator: 89-91 pts
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2003 ![]() Domaine d’Ardhuy Beaune 1er Cru white “Petit Clos Blanc des Theurons” Burgundy Chardonnay A soft, white from a region best known for red, the Beaune 1er Cru is round, friendly, yet subtly powerful. Pale yellow in color, with hints of green, and well-developed peach, apricot and lemon flavors. Soft and clean on the palate, with a lasting finish.
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2003 ![]() Domaine d’Ardhuy Beaune 1er Cru "Les Champs Pimont" Burgundy Pinot Noir Brilliantly ruby red with hints of blue, "Les Champs Pimont" is imbued with a fragrance of cherry, strawberry, and a touch of mocha. In the mouth, it shows strawberry in its youth and jammy plum when it has developed with age. Always an elegant, balanced and charming wine with good structure and supple tannins. |