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    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:05:11 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Ausone, Leoville Las Cases, Clos du Marquis ...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/141</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Today sees the release of Robert Parker's highest rated 2011 and the only one to receive a potentially perfect score (96-100). Parker believes Alain Vaulthier's Ausone 2011 is "one of the greatest wines he has produced...could turn out to be better than his 2009". The 2009 is currently on the market at &pound;11,500 and we are able to offer the 2011, under half the the price, at &pound;5500. Also...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 16:26:34 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Ducru Beaucaillou, Vieux Chateau Certan, Talbot ...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/140</link>
      <description><![CDATA[With Vinexpo out the way for another year and the UK having spent a nice long weekend celebrating the Queens Jubilee, we now have a flood of releases from Bordeaux. These include one of our favourites, Ducru Beaucaillou, at the very reasonable price of &pound;800 per case and Vieux Chateau Certan.Completing a trio of excellent vintages for Vieux Chateau Certan the 2011 receives praise across the...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:21:27 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Eglise Clinet]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/138</link>
      <description><![CDATA[The wines of superstar wine maker Denis Durantou were the most impressive that we tasted across the board this year and we felt that Eglise Clinet was the wine of the vintage. Released at &pound;1150 per case, 1/3 of the price of the 2010, the 2011 Eglise Clinet looks an absolute steal. Decanter describes the 2011 as "Possibly a 5-star wine down the line" and we agree that it is an outstanding effort...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2012 09:55:24 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Latour,  Cheval Blanc, Pavie ...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/137</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Cheval Blanc was the first out of the stalls today with Chateau Latour close behind. The 2011 campaign started with the big news that this would be the last vintage that Chateau Latour would sell their wines En-Primeur. The Grand Vin has now been released onto the market at &pound;4800 per case and will likely need to be allocated. We can also offer Les Forts de Latour  at &pound;1200 per case,the...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 14:48:56 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Conseillante, Branaire Ducru, Gruaud Larose, Fargues ...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/136</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Another busy morning in Bordeaux, here are the releases so far ...Pomerol:Conseillante -&pound;760 per case 12. 94-96 Neal Martin: "the most feminine La Conseillante I have tasted. It is silky smooth and yet there is certainly a tensile structure that should see it age nicely over 15-20 years. It is very composed, almost understated towards the finish, but this shows great persistency in the mouth...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 11:24:28 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Mouton Rothschild, Petit Mouton, Haut Bergey, Lagune, Mondotte ...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/135</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Mouton Rothschild appeared to be under performing against its peers at the beginning of the 20th century but has really been fighting back since the 2005 vintage with a succession of consistently good vintages. The 2011 is no exception for us and was our favourite First Growth this year along with Chateau Margaux.Mouton Rothschild -&pound;3770 per case 12. 93-96 Robert Parker: "Mouton's classic...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2012 12:23:50 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Leoville Barton, Pichon Lalande, Pichon Baron, Leoville PoyferrePetit Mouton...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/134</link>
      <description><![CDATA[After Thursday's bank holiday in France and Friday's 'pont', this morning has started with a flurry of releases as the Chateaux rush to release before Vinexpo in Hong Kong next week.Today's releases include perennial favourites Leoville Barton, Pichon Lalande, Pichon Baron and Grand Puy Lacoste. Most of this mornings releases have come down significantly on last years prices and have priced in line...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 15:00:01 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAU2011: Domaine de Chevalier, Haut Bailly, Fleur Cardinale...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/133</link>
      <description><![CDATA[The rush of releases continues this morning as Chateaux try to release before Vinexpo in Hong Kong beginning on the 29th May.Graves:Domaine de Chevalier -&pound;325 per case 12. Extensive investment has paid off as recent vintages have been better and better, especially since 2001. 92-93 James Suckling: "Very polished tannins to this refined and beautiful red with minerals and blackberries. Some...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 12:30:25 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Haut Brion, Petite Eglise, Clinet, Calon Segur, Angelus...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/132</link>
      <description><![CDATA[This morning has seen another rush of releases which will only result in most wines being completely 'lost'. This seems no way to market a luxury product but below are a list of today's releases (so far). There are a few that deserve attention and a bit more focus should be put on these:-The wines of superstar wine maker Denis Durantou were the most impressive that we tasted across the board this...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 16:46:38 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Margaux, Pavillon Rouge, Lynch Bages, Palmer, Lascombes, Issan...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/131</link>
      <description><![CDATA[AM: We expected it be busy (finally) and it certainly has been this morning especially in Margaux. Chateau Margaux is the second First Growth to release their 2011 after Chateau Lafite (which sold out at &pound;5400). We are pleased to offer Margaux at &pound;3800 per case. We also have their second wine Pavillon Rouge available at &pound;950 per case and their white wine Pavillon Blanc at &pound;...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 16:42:17 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Giscours, Pape Clement...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/130</link>
      <description><![CDATA[We now have what are sure to be the final few releases of the week as it is highly unlikely that Friday afternoon will see any activity from Bordeaux. Starting with a well priced Margaux...              Giscours - &pound;315 per case 12. A Third Growth Margaux that has made a real effort on the price (&pound;500 last year). 91-93 Neal Martin: "a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5%...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 14:59:53 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Malescot & Bon Pasteur]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/129</link>
      <description><![CDATA[The huge success yesterday of Pontet Canet's release on the market has shown the way that other Chateau need to go to sell their wines this year.The signs this morning are good, two releases with significant price reductions from last year and more importantly at prices below which customers can pick up comparable physical vintages. Also included below is a list of all of the releases so far.  Malescot...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 11:54:39 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Pontet Canet £710 per case 12]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/128</link>
      <description><![CDATA[This morning the 2011 campaign really has what it has been waiting for - a big name that is on top of its game releasing at a very sensible price. Other wines released today include Pedesclaux, Marquis d'Alesme Becker and Guiraud (which receives 96-99 from the Wine Spectator).Pontet Canet -&pound;710 per case 12. Managed by the perfectionist Alfred Tesseron, Pontet Canet has been an insiders secret...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 17:31:33 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Great Value Pauillac]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/127</link>
      <description><![CDATA[We were expecting a nice quiet day today on the release front as it is a bank holiday in France but late yesterday we had the release of Chateau Batailley.Batailley -&pound;250 per case 12.Ever popular in the UK this traditional Pauillac has been released at a very fair &pound;250 per case which we think makes it well worth purchasing in 2011. Only the inferior 2007 can be found at a cheaper price...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011: Floodgates Opening]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/126</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Nowthat the Chateaux have absorbed Robert Parker's scores and returned from their 2 day holiday there is nothing left to wait for! We expect the releases to flood out now and we will be updating our website regularly. Follow us on twitter for all of the latest news.Released so far this morning:-LEFT BANKCamensac - &pound;180 per case. We can offer the 2009 vintage at &pound;175 per case which gets...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 16:27:28 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Parker Scores, Pre-Orders & Wishlists]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/125</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Robert Parker published his scores for the 2011 vintage yesterday and there were a few surprises. All of the scores and notes can be found on our en primeur website along with those of other leading critics which can be sorted to reveal the highest scoring wines.2011 will be a vintage that requires careful selection when purchasing, particularly amongst the red wines, as the quality is extremely...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 13:04:24 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Climens]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/124</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Today saw the release of Climens at &pound;740 per case. 19 Points from Decanter: "Fine, complex and elegant. Final blend under the deft guidance of Berenice Lurton will no doubt create another great vintage for Climens".For details on all of the 2011 wines together with scores and reviews from the leading critics please click here. Sort by wine name, score, appellation or price. More scores and...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:06:23 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Latest Releases]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/122</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Todays biggest release is Cantermerle at &pound;220 per case. This has a large following but the price is hard to justify when customers can still purchase from us the 2010 at &pound;250 per case.   Also released today is Coutet at &pound;450 per case (the 2001 is available from us at &pound;330 per case and the 2007 available at &pound;290 per case)  Please find today's other releases below. Click...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:58:26 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Ormes de Pez, Doisy Daene & More]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/121</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Today's releases include the popular St Estephe Ormes de Pez, made by the Cazes family of Lynch Bages fame, offered at a very reasonable price. Rieussec has now been released and we are currently working hard on a special priced offer.Doisy Daene was also released today and we can offer Extravagant de Doisy Daene, the incredibly rich and intense super-cuv&eacute;e from the estate as well. It is...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:37:51 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Sweet Success]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/120</link>
      <description><![CDATA[2011 has produced some sensational sweet wines and today sees the release of one of our favourites, Doisy Vedrines, at a very reasonable price.Leading Sauternes expert Bill Blatch was certainly impressed with the latest sweet vintage: "2011 Sauternes is without doubt a big success...With 2011 Sauternes and Barsac it would be rude to say 'No' and you wouldn't feel you've been greedy ...The Second...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:11:36 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: Lafite Leads The Way]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/119</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Chateau Lafite has surprised many with the early release of their Grand Vin and once again it seems an attractive proposition.In an interview earlier this month the director of Domaines Barons de Rothschild, Christophe Salin, stated "With Lafite we have the luxury of being able to sell at a high price, but we want to play by the rules and listen to the market". He kept to his word with a big cut...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:09:59 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[BORDEAUX 2011: And They're Off...]]></title>
      <link>http://www.albanyvintners.com/news/article/118</link>
      <description><![CDATA[Bordeaux 2011 is underway and we are pleased to make our first en primeur offerings including the super second Cos d'Estournel.Comparable in quality to 2001 and 2008, 2011 is a vintage with peaks and troughs described by many as a 'winemaker's vintage'. We will shortly be posting our round up of the 2011 vintage with all the thoughts from some of the leading critics. To place an order please email...]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:50:06 +0100</pubDate>
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