Denis Broci, Claridge’s There’s no denying it. Tequila is absolutely on fire right now. In fact, the spirit, which probably gave a great deal of us all our first proper hangover (it certainly caused mine), has well and truly become the super-premium drink of choice. That’s if the numbers coming out of the US – where at least 75% of …
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Place de Bordeaux March 2023 releases: from 100-point Napa to Italian gems
Merchants making up La Place de Bordeaux distribution system are continuing to take on new fine wines from around the world and the latest round of ‘beyond Bordeaux’ international releases has arrived in March 2023. In Bordeaux itself, this month has marked the first release of Château Latour 2015 and is set to also see Château d’Yquem 2020’s market debut …
Read More »Gaia Santorini Thalassitis 2020 $43 (92 points)
Fragrant with minerally slate and petrol notes, this finely knit white is creamy on the palate and mouthwatering throughout. This has a plump juiciness to the flavors of glazed apple and quince, melon and yellow plum fruit, with rich hints of almond skin, pastry, vanilla and warm spices adding complexity and depth. Drink now through 2028. 5,000 cases made, 300 …
Read More »Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon Apalta Cuvée Alexandre 2021 $19 (89 points)
Youthful, with abundant raspberry coulis and red currant aromas and flavors, which have a creamy edge and are supported by mineral and white pepper details on the finish. Drink now. 11,250 cases made, 3,500 cases imported. Source : abc9370240bf7f1d85136e4f4c51e533
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