{"title":"2023 Bordeaux Just-Landed","description":"\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRe-Stocked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Kumeu River 'Village' Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffer: $24.90\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a wine where we always have a bottle in the fridge - the perfect aperitif Chardonnay, and pairs especially well with all types of seafood. Fermented 40% in old French oak barriques, and 60% in stainless steel tanks, there is very little oak influence on either nose or palate. Vibrant fruit shows through beautifully with lively lime\/lemon aromas and a flinty, mineral edginess with hints of fig and white peach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Entry-level Chardonnay that has been made with the sort of care and attention that leaves an indelible Kumeu River stamp...' \u003cstrong\u003eBob Campbell MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust-Landed Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bachelet-Ramonet \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Grandes Ruchottes' \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$\u003cs\u003e235\u003c\/s\u003e |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffer: $229 | $224 in 3-Packs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese wines are hidden gems (from some of the really great sites in Chassagne!). Bachelet-Ramonet is under the radar and the family is not good at promoting themselves so they are relatively cheap (1er Cru Chassagne here!). These are \"on the money\" - great quality, clean, tight, dense and as mentioned, great value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis great lieu sits at the top of the slope between La Romanee and Caillerets, and it's also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eLa Grande Montagne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This is taut and powerful, classy and ripe with deep flavours. The oak is well hidden, and it really needs a few years to open and for the inner core of latent power and richness to emerge. As an example the 2020 is now much richer than it appeared a few years ago, such is the \"old-school\" classicism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheers, Randall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust-Landed | 2023 Bordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Bordeaux 'En Primeur' campaign is now on-hand, and after sampling a few the conclusion is that 2023 just might be better and far more classic than the esteemed 2022’s. Supplies are extremely limited and original wooden cases are available where ordering in 6's or 12's. \u003cstrong\u003eCheers, Randall.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\"The best 2023s exhibit the fully ripe tannins and suave, seamless mouthfeels of a sunny vintage such as 2019; yet their vibrant aromas and flavors, evocative of fresh fruits and flowers, are more indicative of a cooler year. Preserving that bright, expressive fruit in all its purity will be critical for successful élevage. But this is far from a frivolous vintage: plenty of tannin and more classical pHs lend the wines serious structure, even if it is generally nicely integrated… Above all, however, the vintage tended to amplify the voice of each estate and terroir, producing extremely characterful wines.” \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Kelly, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e2023 Chateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac 5eme Classe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003eOffer: $269\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003eThe vineyard is next to Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, and is planted to 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"... envelops the palate with silky tannins as hints of vibrant red-toned fruit, crushed flowers, spice and dried herbs fill out the layers. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 2023 is an exceptionally finessed Pontet-Canet.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the first vintage in which the Grand Vin was blended early-in December following the harvest-as opposed to just before bottling, which had been the norm. 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A sense of opulence and clear Cabernet effects on the nose. Supple and agile, juicy and succulent, a rich almost thick cherry juiciness, fleshy, ripe and cool. Lovely minty, liquorice and graphite undertone that keep the freshness going to a long finish. It’s a bit bolder than I expected for LLC and also a bit bigger for the vintage. A characterful style, certainly not missing any body but retains pure charm - this is out to please, certainly not tough or too serious, this is more easy to approach. Lots of herbal elements, pencil lead, graphite and wet stone with cloves and cinnamon. It’s still compact no doubt, but \u003cstrong\u003edespite the power there’s finesse and it ends clean and lifted\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Medium body, fresh acidity and a crunchy finish.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-94 points - James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Randall's Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44162213544116,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/Bottleshottemplates_30.png?v=1773808532"},{"product_id":"2023-bachelet-ramonet-chassagne-montrachet-1er-cru-les-grandes-ruchottes-750ml","title":"2023 Bachelet-Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Grandes Ruchottes' 750Ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eQuantities from Bachelet-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e are minuscule, and the domaine does not send samples for review, so critic scores are rarely issued. Even so, the wines have a devoted following, look to the wine lists of the Côte d’Or and beyond, where they are favourites of local restaurateurs and sommeliers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe Bachelet-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e domaine was created in 1977, when the daughter of Claude \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e (of the famous Domaine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e) combined her inheritance with the holdings of her husband Georges Bachelet. Claude's son kept the remainder of the vineyards and has continued making wines under the original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eOver four generations of family vignerons have cared for the estate's 13 hectares of vines, much of which was once part of the legendary Domaine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e! The current custodian of the estate is Alain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eBonnefoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e, who married into the family and has continued the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e tradition of making elegant, precise whites. The wines see 12-24 months \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003eelevage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" class=\"cf0\"\u003e in barrel, Winemaking follows a classical model, supported by modern equipment: whites are matured for 14–16 months in oak, with around 20-25% new . Bâtonnage is employed to build texture, and all wines are vinified and bottled on site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThese wines are hidden gems (from some of the really great sites in Chassagne!). Bachelet-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eRamonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e is under the radar and the family is not good at promoting themselves so they are cheap! These are \"on the money\" - great quality, clean, tight, dense and great value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eCheers, Randall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Randall's Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44240484040884,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/Bachelet-RamonetLesGrandesRuchottes.png?v=1749006326"}],"url":"https:\/\/randalls.net.au\/collections\/2023-bordeaux-just-landed\/2018.oembed","provider":"Randall's Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}