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Hoken Tokubetsu Junmai

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Hoken Tokubetsu Junmai   Hoken Tokubetsu Junmai (Hoke Shuzo, Hiroshima, Japan) 100% Hatten Nishiki Rice (Hiroshima), 60% Polished, Alc 16% Light bubbles. White flowers, fuji apple, vanilla and peach. Rich, velvety, creamy, full-bodied, fruity and sweet finishing.

2015 Mud House Sauvignon Blanc

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2015 Mud House Sauvignon Blanc 2015 Mud House Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, New Zealand) Alc 13%, 100% Sauvignon Blanc Guava note kicked in on initial stage, then orange and honey on secondary. Vibrant acidity and creamy orange mousse. Great on its own.

2017 Antonin RODET VIRE-CLESSE `L'EPINET`

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2017 Antonin RODET VIRE-CLESSE `L'EPINET` 2017 Antonin RODET VIRE-CLESSE `L'EPINET`(Burgundy Macônnais, France) 100% Chardonnay Floral, wet stones, light tropical fruits and mineral. Easy-going chardonnay.

Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve

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Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve (Champagne, France) Alc 12%, 40% of reserve wines (Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier). A very well-made champagne, toasted almonds, ginger, honey and subtle citrus peel. Great complexity to the palate with lively fruits and acidity.

Taka Junmai Daiginjo 貴 純米大吟釀

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Taka Junmai Daiginjo 貴 純米大吟釀   Taka Junmai Daiginjo Yamadanishiki (Nagayama Honke Brewery, Yamaguchi, Japan) 貴 純米大吟釀 山田錦 100% Yamadanishiki Rice, 40% Polished, Alc 16% Clear light yellow. Pear, apricot and white peach nose. Medium, chrysanthemum, nashi pear and honey. Fruity finish.

2007 Chateau Pontet-Canet

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2007 Chateau Pontet-Canet   2007 Chateau Pontet-Canet (Pauillac, Bordeaux, France) Alc 13%, 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit-Verdot Garnet, light brownish rim. Cassis, plum, subtle sweet floral cedar, earthy truffle. Full bodied, dark fruity finishing with elegant tannin.

Medhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

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Medhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2015   Medhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 (Yarra Valley, Australia) Alc 14%, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Crimson purple Cassis, blackcurrant, black olive, black fruits, cedar note. Good amount of acid but not too overpowering. Cellar 10 years for better enjoyment.