2013
2013
Joseph Perrier 2013 La Côte à Bras Parcelle AH83 Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature
Citrus, grapefruit and mandarin appear with mineral notes. The palate is vinous, and the finish is long and harmonious with lemon freshness. Made entirely from Pinot Noir, this is a Blanc de Noirs from parcel AH83 in La Côte à Bras at Cumières. The wine spent seven years on its lees and has zero dosage.
Domaines Ott 2013 Château Romassan Bandol Rouge
Blackcurrant, morello cherry and spices define the documented tasting profile. The wine is described as rich and elegant, with fine, silky tannins through the finish. Mourvèdre supplies the established varietal identity, while long ageing is part of the producer’s approach to concentration and depth. Fruit, spice and polished tannin remain the central, clearly sourced details.
Château Henri Bonnaud 2013 Palette Rouge
Deep cherry colour introduces a red built from Mourvèdre, Grenache and old-vine Carignan. Morello cherry and spice define the aromatic profile, while the palate is framed by tannins described as youthful yet silky. The finish is delicate and persistent. Cherry, spice and silky tannins form the central character of this Palette red, supported by its three-grape blend.
Château de Pibarnon 2013 Bandol Rouge
Structured and built for long ageing, the documented profile emphasizes volume, mass and amplitude. Those elements recede through the finish, leaving finesse, sweetness and fruit-shaped tannins. The estate also records fine tannin extraction, ripeness and minerality. Together, the notes describe a concentrated red whose scale settles into a detailed, composed and distinctly mineral, precisely defined close.
Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut 2013 Côte de Nuits-Villages Rouge
Blackberry and blackcurrant define the producer’s documented fruit profile, set within a stated balance of tannin and acidity. The fruit comes from Pinot Noir grown on the slopes of Comblanchien. After complete destemming and stainless-steel fermentation, the wine spends twelve months in French oak, including fifteen percent new barrels, followed by six months on fine lees before bottling.
Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini 2013 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
Ripe fruit and plum open the aroma, joined by spice, pepper and a light toasted note. The palate is fresh and fruit-driven, with red fruit, gooseberry and blueberry set against further spice. The structure is firm enough to carry the fruit while preserving its freshness. The finish continues with berry, pepper and spice, following the exact-vintage merchant description closely.
Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut 2013 Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru
Red and black fruits lead, with cherry and strawberry named in the producer’s profile. The palate is full-bodied and generous, carried by a powerful tannic structure. Hand harvesting, complete destemming and fermentation in stainless steel precede twelve months in French oak, including a small proportion of new barrels. Fruit and tannin remain the central features through the finish.
Domaine Sébastien Magnien 2013 Pommard Les Perrières
Black fruit, ripe character and a light toasted note lead the profile. The palate is generous and refined, with spice adding a clear savoury element. Pinot Noir and Pommard provide the red-Burgundy context. Ripe fruit, toast and spice come together around a generous palate and refined texture, forming the principal character of this mature cuvée.
Benanti 2013 Pietra Marina Etna Bianco Superiore
Orange blossom and ripe apple rise from an intense, complex nose. The palate is dry and distinctly mineral, with high acidity and saline detail giving the fruit a taut, elegant shape. Long lees ageing contributes depth without softening the wine’s volcanic precision. The finish is persistent and savoury, leaving anise, almond, ripe apple and a clear impression of sea-breeze salinity.
Umani Ronchi 2013 Pelago Marche IGT
Deep ruby colour introduces coffee, black pepper, liquorice and tobacco, followed by ripe berries and vanilla. The palate is fruit-rich yet structured, with mineral detail adding lift beneath the darker flavours. Firm tannins give the wine shape and measured grip, while extended time in barrique and bottle brings integration. It finishes savoury and persistent, leaving berries, spice, tobacco and a cool mineral impression.
Szent Tamás Pincészet 2013 Mád Furmint
Yellow fruit and lemon open with green herbs and a clear mineral edge. Medium-bodied and dry, the palate is shaped by vivid acidity and a clean, energetic line. Ripe fruit brings breadth without heaviness, while citrus, lean green spice and volcanic stoniness add focus and definition. The finish is notably long for the style, lingering on lemon zest, mineral salinity and fresh, precise acidity.
Le Coste 2013 Paino Bianco Procanico
Deep amber-gold in colour, with dried apricot, quince, crushed flint and a faint note of volcanic ash. The palate is full and textural, bringing ripe pear, chamomile, salted almond and honeycomb into focus. Bright acidity cuts through the breadth while firm, grippy tannins provide shape. The finish is persistent and mineral, retaining savoury tension and a clear imprint of its volcanic setting.
Domaine Billaud-Simon 2013 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Chardonnay
Mineral and honeyed notes lead into citrus and white stone fruit, with a restrained floral lift. The palate is broad, round and powerful, yet its weight is held in fine balance by clear freshness and a precise mineral line. The texture remains composed through the middle. The finish fades slowly and persists on citrus, pale fruit and a discreet savoury note.
August Kesseler 2013 Cuvée Max Spätburgunder Trocken
Fine redcurrant opens over sous-bois, autumn leaf and a quiet savoury edge. The palate is concentrated and firmly structured, with mature tannins and a taut line of acidity giving the fruit definition. Earthy woodland notes deepen through the middle, while the finish remains dry, persistent and composed rather than heavy. Decant carefully to soften the structure; serve with duck, roast veal, mushroom dishes or aged alpine cheese.
Giovanni Chiappini 2013 Guado de’ Gemoli Bolgheri Superiore Magnum
Cassis, ripe black cherry and raspberry open with tobacco, liquorice, black pepper and a quiet balsamic note. The palate is concentrated and vigorous, combining dark fruit with close-grained tannins, savoury olive and measured toast. Fresh acidity and a saline edge keep the richness in balance, carrying the wine into a long, firm finish. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or porcini dishes.
Giovanni Chiappini 2013 Lienà Cabernet Franc Toscana IGT
Plum and dried fruit lead a complex, savoury nose, with tobacco, chocolate and liquorice adding depth. The palate is rich yet elegant, its generous fruit framed by smooth, soft tannins rather than hard edges. French-oak ageing brings polish and subtle warmth while the Cabernet Franc retains a clear, persistent shape. The finish is long, balanced and quietly earthy. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or aged pecorino.
Cavallotto 2013 Barolo Bricco Boschis
Rose, violet and hibiscus frame dark cherry and raspberry on a finely layered nose. The palate is calm and linear, with fresh cherry, liquorice and mineral notes unfolding over firm, classical tannins. Sweet spice and savoury earth add depth without blurring the wine’s clarity. Full-bodied yet poised, it carries notable energy through a long, persistent finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, truffle dishes or aged hard cheese.
Tenuta di Trinoro 2013 Palazzi
Ripe red stone fruit and raspberry open with wild flowers, white truffle and exotic spice. The palate is opulent yet animated, its generous Merlot fruit held in focus by bright acidity and silky tannins. Floral and savoury layers continue to shift with air, giving the wine more freshness and definition than its richness first suggests. The finish is long, aromatic and polished. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef or porcini dishes.
BOND 2013 Quella Napa Valley
Ripe blueberry and fresh blackberry are joined by plum, black pepper, liquorice and graphite. The palate is powerful and full-bodied, with juicy acidity, focused tannins and a mineral, earthy finish. Notes of truffle and damp soil add savoury complexity beneath the concentrated fruit. This remains structured, so give it time in a decanter and serve with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or roast lamb.
Château Nakad 2013 Cuvée L’Alouette
Mature and supple, with ripe red berries, dried cherry and plum joined by black pepper, cedar and a gentle savoury note. The palate is dry and smooth, its softened tannins giving shape without heaviness. A composed, lightly spiced finish makes this an easy match for grilled lamb, roast vegetables or warmly spiced meat dishes.
Taittinger 2013 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs
White pear and crisp apple open the nose, followed by ripe citrus, marzipan, mint and fine sweet spice. The palate is taut and mineral-driven, with a delicate mousse, chalky precision and layers of poached pear, butter wafer and creme fraiche. Elegant and persistent rather than showy, it is a compelling partner for oysters, caviar, lobster or aged hard cheese.
Poplar Grove 2013 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Black plum and cassis meet smoky cedar, graphite and a dusting of cocoa. Round and supple on entry, the palate brings cherry and dark fruit together with soft tannins and a restrained savoury edge. The finish is polished and already approachable. Give it a little air and pair with lamb, braised beef, grilled peppers or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2013 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Red and black fruit unfold with licorice, sagebrush and a dry savoury accent. The palate is controlled rather than heavy, with stylish fruit held by measured structure and balanced acidity. A gentle earthy note develops as it opens, leading to a composed finish. Decant briefly and pair with grilled beef, rosemary lamb, roast squash or aged cheddar.
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2013 Pauillac
Fine-boned and restrained, with tobacco, cassis and crushed gravel leading into fresh red cherry. The palate is medium-bodied and polished, favouring clarity and precision over weight. Firm but refined tannins frame the fruit, while subtle cedar and mineral notes give the wine a classical, savoury shape. The finish is clean and measured, tapering through cherry, tobacco and cool stone with an understated, composed persistence.
Rocca Di Montegrossi 2013 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico
Warm amber tones frame a complex bouquet of cherry liqueur, dried fruit and balsamic herbs. The palate is velvety and fresh, layering melted caramel and hazelnut with mint, flowers and gentle spice. Richness and natural acidity remain finely balanced through the persistent finish. Serve in a small pour with foie gras, blue cheese or almond pastries.
Royal Tokaji 2013 Aszú 5 Puttonyos 250 mL
Honey and peach lead a delicate, graceful palate, with citrus fruit and gentle spice adding lift and definition. Concentrated sweetness is held in balance by crisp acidity, giving the wine poise rather than heaviness. The finish is elegant, clean and notably persistent. Serve lightly chilled with fruit-based desserts, blue cheese, foie gras or as a small contemplative glass on its own.
Maan Farms 2013 Blackberry Wine
Concentrated black fruit leads a rich, fruit-driven profile, with a soft jammy note and deep berry intensity. The palate is full and gently coating, balancing natural sweetness with enough tartness to keep the fruit lively. A smooth, warming finish carries juicy dark-berry flavour without becoming cloying, making this an expressive after-dinner pour.
Hammeken Cellars 2013 Tosalet Carignan Vinyes Velles Priorat
Blackberry, red cherry and raspberry are layered with flint, eucalyptus, toast, spice, tobacco and coffee. Dry and full-bodied, it combines concentrated fruit with ripe tannins and refreshing acidity, finishing long and structured.
Dom Pérignon 2013 Vintage Brut Champagne Luminous Bottle
Apricot, tangerine peel and crisp stone fruit meet white flowers, jasmine and fresh mint. The palate is ample and seamless, with lively citrus, bright acidity and fine bubbles carrying pear, almond and buttered toast. Powdery spice, clear honey and mineral freshness build through a polished, persistent finish.










