2011 Wine

IMPERO

It comes from a blend of Grillo, Catarratto and Insolia grapes, harvested when fully ripe and vinified at a controlled temperature of 20-22°C. Fermentation is stopped by the addition of neutral alcohol, then cooked... Read More

CK

A fleshy, showy youngster, putting ripe fruit and jazzy oak on display. An impressive 2011 that reverberates with ripe cherry, plum and currant notes that will be at their most appealing early on, as this veers toward dryer... Read More

CK

Caymus Vineyards produces two Cabernets Sauvignons - a Napa Valley and the venerable Special Selection. Both Cabernet bottlings have aromas and flavors which can only be achieved through hang time - a technique which chances... Read More

SAL

Cherry, tobacco, spice.

LOGAN

Combining power with great elegance, this wine displays superripe, rich fruits that are restrained by velvet tannins and the delicious perfumed character from Cabernet Franc in the blend. Juicy, rich, structured, it’s... Read More

LOGAN

The wine shows the power typical of a Lafite but within the context of the fruity 2011 vintage. The immensely dense tannic structure gives the wine a solid feel that is lifted by so much ripe black currant and berry fruits.... Read More

ELITE

Chateau Leoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest classified growths in the Medoc region of France. The fruit is harvested by hand. The fermentation vessels include a fascinating mix of wooden, cement and stainless... Read More

ELITE

Cabernet Sauvignon largely dominates with 86% of the blend. This year it is uncommonly strong, vigorous and fortunately balanced with lots of smoothness. Then comes the Merlot (10%), the Petit Verdot (2%) and the Cabernet... Read More

ELITE

This is classic Montrose that is a little firm and nanny-ish at this point, although as it opens in the glass you see a generosity to the fruit coming to the fore, with sweet blueberry and raspberry note... Read More

WB

Founded in 1992 by art expert and auctioneer Ann Colgin, Colgin makes three tiny production wines of which their IX Estate (pronounced Nine Estate) is the best known. IX Estate is located in the eastern mountains at about 1,200... Read More

ELITE

Attractive cherry color, the nose is opulent, intense and very complex with predominant aromas of black and red fruits well integrated with toasted hints from the oak. On the palate, the wine is powerful, polished and well... Read More

DIO

ELITE

The Eisele Vineyard terroir showed its pedigree in 2011. This Cabernet is vibrant and fresh, layered with distinctive minerality and nuance. The ethereal tannins are simply melted throughout, supporting a delicious texture... Read More

MT

A rich, full-bodied style of Champagne that has been aged to our delight, and is drinking very well at the moment. A blend of six varietals, many of which are hardly heard of these days, like Petit Arbanne and Petit Meslier.... Read More

BAN

A fresh and complex nose, with notes of flowers and patisserie evolving towards hints of tea. Gentle at first, the palate is round and rich. The finesse of the Chardonnay appears in mid-palate and gives the wine a long refreshing... Read More

WILLIAMS

A beautiful golden colour with subtle green highlights. The first nose is abundant, revealing white fruit and grilled almond fragrances. When aerated, the bouquet gains in complexity. Notes of lemon, bread and pastry... Read More

RNDC

Winemaker Notes

Delicate aromas of fresh cranberry and red cherry mingle with enticing notes of cassis, chocolate and tobacco. The wine is round, soft and refined with elegant flavors of red currant, freshly cut herbs, vanilla... Read More

H&W

What this vineyard captures, more so than any other Pinot Noir site that I have tasted, is both power and elegance. Bright and forceful Bing cherries and dark berries along with the slightest hue of roasted coffee bean on... Read More

RNDC

Ermitage L'Ermite is the most individual statement in the Hermitage appellation and the most prized for followers of M. Chapoutier's grandest of crus. L'Ermite Rouge, a very rare wine (with approximately 375 cases... Read More

MT

Winemaking:
Single harvest. It maturated in wood, for over 10 years, although, Colheitas Port wine never are less than 7 years of ageing in wood casks.

Grape Varieties:
Touriga Nacional,Touriga Franca,Tinta Roriz,Sousão,Tinta... Read More

NS

Aromas of clove lead into ripe cherry and a hint of black pepper.

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