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A country like no other is synonymous with fine wine. France is a dazzling collection of terroirs, styles and price points. Too many to mention, France is home to some of the most recognisable and loved wine regions in the world. Having defined and helped shape some of the finest wine regions in the world, it is undeniable that France’s influence extends far beyond its regional boundaries. While classic regions like Bordeaux, Burgundy or Champagne, amongst others, continue to be the standard-bearer of fine wine production, the country is also rediscovering some of its lesser-known regions. The recent success of Provence, the Loire or the South West, testifies to the diversity, richness and heritage of winemaking in France.
Case of 6 x 75cl £784.08
Bottle 75cl £130.68
Case of 6 x 75cl £784.08
This is always a very impressive wine and the 2011 is no exception with attractive, sweet berry aromas, with hints of minerals and smoke, and a palate which is bursting with bright red fruits. Darker plum characters open up in the background and this is balanced by mouthwatering freshness and refi ned, almost seamless tannins. A superb wine with wonderful...
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Case of 6 x 75cl £796.08
This wine comes from ¿lieu-dit¿ Les Bessards, a fine layer of sediment lying ongranite slopes. Its 65 year old vines are positioned at a lower altitude band ofthe Hermitage hill, at approximately 130 metres, above the ruins of a stonehouse that gives it its name. With tiny yields (20 hl/ha), this is perhaps the mostcomplex of the various Ermitage sélections....
moreBottle 75cl £132.68
Case of 6 x 75cl £796.08
Bottle 75cl £132.68
Case of 6 x 75cl £796.08
Bottle 75cl £132.68
Case of 12 x 75cl £800.16
Again, outstanding concentration and velvety rich mouthfeel. Brooding, 6 magnums £405.00black fruit flavours with layers of chocolate and coffee with good tannic grip.Real purity of fruit with elegance, texture, depth of flavour and complexity.Poised and elegant, yet powerful, balanced and with real finesse.Astonishingly good. Drink 2013-2028
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Bottle 75cl £134.68
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Bottle 75cl £134.68
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Bottle 75cl £67.68
Case of 12 x 75cl £812.16
Bottle 75cl £67.68
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