French Wines

Today's wine world considers the wines of France as classics; where traditions, history and experience form the backbone of French winemaking. In spite of France's fame there are still gems and good value wines to be found.

France is home to most styles of wines, from the luxurious old bubbles of Champagne to the ultra powerful red wines of Medoc. Afterall, Bordeaux alone produced as much wine as the whole of Australia. Difference being France's refusal to waiver with the whims of fashion and consequently does not suffer from over-production.

We aim to scour France to bring you an ecclectic range of daily drinking wines and collectibles.

Alsace


1. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer 2009

Tasting Notes:

A successful year for a slightly sweeter styled wine, very typical of a powerful yet fresh Gewurztraminer. If you want to learn about Alsace Gewurz and wish to buy this, you are on the right track ! Indice 3 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2015. WV. (Olivier Humbrecht MW, President of Biodyvin is a champion of biodynamic viticulture, producing truly natural and highly individualized wines.)

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RRP: SGD 59

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2. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer 2011

Tasting Notes:

An elegant Gewurztraminer with all it’s classic rose and lychee notes. Medium dry. Its typical peppery bite is also well measured. Indice 1 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2017. WV

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RRP: SGD 55

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3. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl 2007

Tasting Notes:

Beyond comparison, a sweet Gewurztraminer par excellence. A powerfully aromatic wine from an ancient cool late ripening vineyard. Will age effortlessly. Indice 5 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2030. 475 cases made.

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Price: SGD 160

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4. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl 2010

Tasting Notes:

We tasted the whole range of Zind Humbrecht's 2010 vintage at the Domaine. This was the Gewurz we enjoyed the most! Aromatic tropical fruits, stone fruits on the nose. Good concentration of fruits and structure. Impressive harmony and long finish. Will reward you even more with extended cellaring. Indice 5 (1 dry- 5 sweetest). Drink 2015 till 2030. WV

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RRP: SGD 150

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5. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl (375ml) 2009

Tasting Notes:

'...the Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl is scented and loads the palate with overripe melon, persimmon, marzipan, and caramel, spiced with clove and cinnamon. ....there is an admirable sense of purity as well as a soothing polish and alluring creaminess on display, extending to a prodigious finish. As with its Rangen counterpart, this should remain fresh for at least 12-15 years..'David Schildknecht, Wine Advocate 91 pts

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RRP: SGD 85

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6. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Range de Thann Clos St. Urbain 2007

Tasting Notes:

Very cool climate vineyard where vines are pushed to their limits, producing intense wines of extreme minerality and exquisite balance that would live for a long long time. Indice 3 (1 dry – 5 sweetest) Drink 2017 till 2030. 168 cases made. WV

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Professional Ratings:

WS95

RRP: SGD 180

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7. Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Wintzenheim 2007

Tasting Notes:

Minerals, exotic spices and dense aromas. The good acidity of this sweet Gewurztraminer makes it harmonious and elegant. Ends with a long finish. Indice 5 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2020. 1,125 cases made. WV

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Professional Ratings:

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RRP: SGD 75

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8. Zind-Humbrecht Muscat 2011

Tasting Notes:

Typical big showy floral nose of Muscat. Elegant, well structured palate with a hint of sweetness. Indice 2 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2015. WV

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RRP: SGD 55

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9. Zind-Humbrecht Muscat Goldert Grand Cru 2010

Tasting Notes:

You never know Muscat variety can be this complex and have the potential to age till you have tasted this! Floral aromas. Off dry. Medium bodied. Lively acidity and freshness. White fruits flavours and minerals yet very precise together. Will be a long lived Muscat! Drink 2015 till 2030.

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RRP: SGD 138

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10. Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris Calcaire 2009

Tasting Notes:

20 year old vines in the legendary Clos Windsbuhl vineyard, producing a wine with honeyed, dried fruit notes and elegant minerality. Indice 3 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2025. WV

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RRP: SGD 75

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11. Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris Range de Thann Clos St. Urbain 2010

Tasting Notes:

Characteristic Rangen nose! Flint! Slightly smoky and mineral stones. Ripe white fruits. Medium-full bodied. Very complex on the palate, all components (fruits and acidity) in high proportions. Massive potential! Indice 5. Drink 2018 till 2035. If you need to buy a Grand Cru Pinot Gris, this is it! WV

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RRP: SGD 190

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12. Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Clos Windsbuhl 2009

Tasting Notes:

The Clos Windsbuhl benefits from a late ripening climate, enhanced by the proximity of the forest and higher altitude. This was also the last Riesling vineyard to be harvested on the estate in 2009. Restrained nose. Needs coaxing to reveal ripe stone fruits such as peach. Medium sweet. Medium high acidity well hidden by ripe fruits on the palate. This is a long haul wine that no doubt will reward its owner. Indice 2 (1 dry - 5 sweetest). Drink 2015 till 2030. WV

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WA91

RRP: SGD 160

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13. Zind-Humbrecht ZIND (Chardonnay/Auxerrois blend) 2009

Tasting Notes:

A stunning blend from the legendary Clos Windsbuhl vineyard. Dry and medium bodied. Vivacious, flinty, smokey nose supported by earthy, steely acidity. Indice 1 (1 dry – 5 sweetest). Drink now till 2020. WV

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Our Wines


Wine Tastings


9 March 2013 Cool Wines with Andreas Wickhoff MW and Annette Scarfe MW

22 February 2013 Winemaker's Dinner - Denis Dubourdieu Domaines

22 September 2012 Fresh Truffles Wine lunch with Chef Laurent Peugeot

1 August 2012 Bordeaux 2009 Wine Dinner at Alkaff Mansion Ristorante. Find out why 2009 vintage was great by tasting the 2nd wines of top chateaux!

19 April 2012 German Wine Dinner with Annika Strebel, German Wine Queen 2012 at Blu, Shangri-La Hotel. You will get to taste a range of German Rieslings as well as some fine German Pinot Noir including a Grand Cru! Don't miss your chance to wine and dine at Blu!

16 February 2012 Donnhoff Wine Dinner at Nadaman, Shangri-La Hotel. Find out why 90% of the Rieslings sold in Germany are dry Rieslings!Cornelius Donnhoff, the winemaker now will be hosting the dinner so don't miss out!Featuring 2009 and 2010 vintage.

12 January 2012 Bernhard Huber, Germany's top Pinot Noir producer is coming to town! Join us for an amazing wine dinner at Les Amis where we will be treated to his superb 2009 vintage.

10 December 2011 Champagne Pierre Peters Masterclass at Taberna Wine Bar

26 November 2011 German Riesling 2007 Vintage Blind Tasting Masterclass at Taberna Wine Bar

7 September 2011 Top German Pinot Noir with Joel Payne at Saint Julien

31 August 2011 Bordeaux 2000 Blind Tasting Wine Dinner

9 April 2011 Les Mesnil Grand Cru Champagne Masterclass @ Burghound in Asia - featuring Pierre Peters and Guy Charlemagne

9 April 2011 The Rise of Spatburgunder - German Pinot Noir, the equal of Burgundy@ Burghound in Asia Masterclass

24 February 2011 Kesselstatt Wine Dinner @ DB Bistro Moderne

27 October 2010 Bernhard Huber Wine Dinner @ Iggy's

17 August 2010 Roger Sabon Wine Dinner @ St. Pierre

24 June 2010 Bosch Wine Dinner with Chef Armin Leitgeb of Les Amis and Boon Heng of Wein & Vin

18 May 2010 Pierre Peters and Guy Charlemagne Dinner at Grand Hyatt Singapore

17 May 2010 Pierre Peters and Guy Charlemagne Launch Dinner at Kome Japanese Dining

15 April 2010 German Rieslings at Her Glass Slipper

6 Feb 2010 Dönnhoff Wine Lunch at Iggy's

10 Dec 2009 Kesselstatt Launch Tasting

Awards


2012 AMERICAN EXPRESS-TOWER CLUB Wine Awards
GOLD, Champagne category
- Pierre Peters Cuvee de Reserve Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs MV

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
BEST RIESLING
- Van Volxem Altenberg Alte Reben 2008

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
Top Riesling
- Donnhoff Tonschiefer Riesling Dry 2009

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
Top Other Varietal White
- Donnhoff Weissburgunder 'S' 2009

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
Top Southern Rhone
- Roger Sabon CdP 'Reserve' 2007

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
Top Bordeaux
- Rollan de By 2005

2011 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100
Top Pinot Noir
- Bernhard Huber Pinot Noir 2008 AND Barnhard Huber Alte Reben Spatburgunder 2004. Yes, Huber won 2 awards in this category!

Gault Millau German Wein Guide
BEST SPAETBURGUNDER (PINOT NOIR) OF THE YEAR 2011
- Bernhard Huber Schlossberg GG

2010 Wine Review Challenge, Singapore
BEST SOUTHERN RHONE UNDER $30
- Rhone by Roger Sabon 2008

2010 Wine Review Challenge, Singapore
BEST BORDEAUX UNDER $30
- Cellier Yvecourt 2009

2010 Wine Review Challenge, Singapore
BEST PINOT NOIR
- Bernhard Huber Malterdinger Spatburgunder 2008

2010 Wine Review Challenge, Singapore
BEST RIESLING
- Kesselstatt RK Riesling 2008

2010 Wine Review Challenge, Singapore
BEST CHAMPAGNE NV
- Pierre Peters Perle du Mesnil NV

2010 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 60 Festive Wines
Top Fortified Wine
- Guy Charlemagne Ratafia

2010 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 60 Festive Wines
Top Prestige Champagne
- Pierre Peters Cuvee Speciale 'Les Chetillons' 2000 and Guy Charlemagne Cuvee Mesnillesime 2002

2010 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 60 Festive Wines
10 of the BEST
(Sparkling)
- 2007 Kesselstatt Majorat Brut Riesling

2010 GOURMET & TRAVEL, THE PEAK Magazine Top 100 Wines
Best Sweet Wine
(SGD 150 and above)
- 1989 Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Beerenauslese

2009 WINE REVIEW CHALLENGE, SINGAPORE
Best Sparkling Wine - 2007 Kesselstatt Majorat Brut
Riesling Category Silver Award
- Kesselstatt RK Riesling
Riesling Category Bronze Award
- 2007 Kesselstatt Josephshofer Kabinett
- 2007 Kesselstatt Josephshofer Kabinett Feinherb
Sweet Wine Category Silver Award
- 1989 Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Beerenauslese

2009 WINE STYLE ASIA, SINGAPORE
Bronze Award
- 2007 Kesselstatt Josephshofer Riesling Kabinett
- 2007 Kesselstatt Josephshofer Riesling Spatlese
- 2001 Kesselstatt Josephshofer Riesling Auslese

Services


We also plan and manage special wine events.

Services we provide:

1) Wine Tasting events and Food & Wine Pairing

2) Wedding wines

3) Corporate Events & Gifts

For other enquiries, please Contact WV

 
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