2016 J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon; Napa Valley, California Winemaker Notes; This Cabernet opens with rich aromas of red raspberry and red plum, accentuated by undertones of cocoa powder and cola spice. Supple tannins anchor the wines well-structured palate, where a concentrated entry of baked strawberry and blackberry leads [...]
2016 Luigi Baudana Barolo “Baudana Estate” 2016 Luigi Baudana Barolo “Baudana Estate”; Piedmont, Italy Winemaker Notes; A deep red in the glass introduces aromas of pure cherries and plums accented with spice, graphite, eucalyptus and licorice. Warm and dry character with firm tannins balanced by a fresh and gentle acidity. A unique soil composition with [...]
2016 Celestino Pecci Brunello Di Montalcino 2016 Celestino Pecci Brunello Di Montalcino There’s an inviting mentholated freshness to the bouquet of the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino that draws you in. Bright cherry, strawberry and cedar spice box can be found with further exploration. It’s silky with a refined feel to its polished red fruits, leaning [...]
2015 Lacoste-Borie Pauillac 2015 Lacoste-Borie Pauillac If Xavier Borie’s wonderful Grand Puy Lacoste doesn’t offer enough value for money, then Lacoste Borie, the highly impressive second wine of this high flying 5th growth Chateau should do the trick! Produced from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc it is very much a little [...]
2014 Marquis De Mons Margaux 2014 Marquis De Mons Margaux Marquis de Mons is the second wine of the Château La Tour de Mons. It comes from the same terroir and is vinified with as much care as the Grand Vin, and the blend is similar. It uses the younger vines of the estate. Marquis [...]
2015 Cave De Lugny Macon-Lugny Coeur De Charmes 2015 Cave De Lugny Macon-Lugny Coeur De Charmes Clear and shiny golden yellow in color. This 2015 wine is Intense and vivid with aromas of exotic fruits, crystallised pineapple, with hint of grapefruit and gun-flint notes. Medium-body, supple and packed with fruits, concentrated with an elegant intensity, [...]
2019 Chateau-Fuisse Pouilly-Fuisse Les Combettes 2019 Chateau-Fuisse Pouilly-Fuisse Les Combettes The Les Combettes shows a light yellow color with subtle notes of green. Floral and mineral on the nose, with hints of exotic fruit and ripe apples. On the palate, the attack is full and fresh with aromas of white flowers. Rich on the finish, [...]
2016 Chateau D’Issan Margaux 3Eme Grand Cru Classe 2016 Chateau D’Issan Margaux 3Eme Grand Cru Classe Château d’Issan wines are comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon – Merlot. Characterized by an opulent aromatic quality that is typical of the Margaux appellation, they possess an outstanding richness. The complex bouquet has notes of black currant, ripe black fruits [...]
2018 Simonnet-Febvre Chablis 1Er Cru Cote De Lechet 2018 Simonnet-Febvre Chablis 1Er Cru Cote De Lechet The Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons 2018 is a pure and focused wine. The nose is cool and airy with delicate notes of white flowers and fruit. With the 2018 vintage, the wine shows riper fruit than usual with notes [...]
2018 Louis Latour Meursault Les Perrieres 2018 Louis Latour Meursault Les Perrieres Pale yellow in color, the Meursault 1er Cru “Perrières” 2018 is intense on the nose with aromas of brioche and acacia honey along with floral notes. Full and round on the palate, aromas of fresh almonds are revealed. Nice length. Pair with chicken [...]
2018 Henri Lurton Margaux De Brane 2018 Henri Lurton Margaux De Brane The Margaux de Brane Margaux Rouge is a silky, fruit driven wine with impressive roundness and red fruit flavors that is accessible in style. It offers an introduction to the wonders of the Margaux appellation and in particular to the signature style of Brane. Aromas [...]
2017 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2017 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Named in honor of Frank Family’s owner and founder Richard Harvey Frank, the second vintage of RHF is a complex and savory wine that comes from our estate vineyards in the heart of the Rutherford appellation. Bold, full bodied and textured [...]
2021 Stags’ Leap Winery Chardonnay 2021 Stags’ Leap Winery Chardonnay The boisterous bouquet invites you in with lively aromas of delicate Meyer lemon, orange blossom, fresh white peach and delicate honeysuckle, supported by more subtle notes of Tarte Tatin and brioche toast (a nod to the well-integrated French Oak). Fresh, vibrant and mouthwatering, the palate [...]
2018 Walt Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2018 Walt Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Characterized by its proximity to the Pacific Ocean; Coastal breezes along with low rolling hills and morning fog define this cool climate site. Heavy fog and strong winds tempered by bright afternoon sunshine creates a unique micro-climate within the appellation of this 2018 wine, producing [...]
2018 Foley Johnson Wines Meritage Red Wine Estate Bottled Rutherford 2018 Foley Johnson Wines Meritage Red Wine Estate Bottled Rutherford The 2018 Estate Meritage is a 100% estate blend predominately consisting of Merlot (42%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Petit Verdot (13%) and a small amount of Cabernet Franc (5%). Dark ruby in the glass, it exhibits [...]
2018 Freemark Abbey Merlot 2018 Freemark Abbey Merlot Youthful dark ruby color, the 2018 merlot expresses the depth of mountain fruit, particularly Howell mtn, with ripe blackberry, Santa Rosa plum and dark cherry. With nuances of arugula, Horehound, black pepper and sage, adding to the briary complexity, this wine is very stimulating to the senses. [...]
2018 Viberti Barbera D’Alba Superiore Bricco Airoli 2018 Viberti Barbera D’Alba Superiore Bricco Airoli Cherry and almond flavors abound in this bright, clean, pleasant 2018 bouquet. It is well-balanced on the palate with a great acidity that is supported by the alcohol content. An ideal pairing with many Mediterranean dishes and spicy Asian cuisine. Bricco [...]
2019 Luciano Sandrone Nebbiolo D’Alba Valmaggiore 2019 Luciano Sandrone Nebbiolo D’Alba Valmaggiore This 2019 vintage is a wine of remarkable smoothness and integration. There are absolutely no sharp edges here, as this Barbera is polished and buffed over twice for good measure. It is packed tight with luscious dark fruit and blackberry preserves. That dark core is [...]
2017 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne 2017 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne Barolo Le Vigne is always a wine of great structure, depth and longevity. 2017 brings this character even more to the fore. The 2017 Le Vigne is brooding, coiled and restrained, needing several years of patience to reach its peak. The nose slowly [...]
2017 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Aleste 2017 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Aleste Aromas of menthol, pressed rose, wild berry and grilled herb are front and center in this stunning 2017 wine along with a whiff of forest floor. Combining structure and finesse, the savory, full-bodied palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, blood orange and licorice before an espresso [...]
Nose : Dark on the nose with appealing aromatics of black cherry and bramble fruit. Palate : The palate reveals layers of florals gentle spice melding with notes of boysenberry and doris plum and framed by finely realised silky tannins and juicy acidity.
2019 Flowers Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2019 Flowers Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Bright citrus notes, white flower, nuances of dried apricot and hints of flint. The palate of this 2019 is energetic with acidity and tension balanced with flavors of orchard fruit and almond, finishing long and bright. Sourced from a small selection of family-owned vineyards on [...]
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2018 Brancaia Il Blu 2018 Brancaia Il Blu Brancaia’s 2018 Il Blu is stellar. Dark, layered and enveloping, the 2018 is wonderfully expressive from the outset. Black cherry, mocha, espresso, licorice, cloves and new leather fill out the layers effortlessly. The 2018 balances power with energy, all with plenty of the style that has long [...]
2019 Le Chiuse Rosso Di Montalcino 2019 Le Chiuse Rosso Di Montalcino This 2019 wine has a shining, clear appearance and is ruby red in colour. It has a good fragrance and intensity with the recognisable scent of small fresh fruits. To the taste, the wine is dry with a good persistence. Le Chiuse Le [...]
Ayala Champagne Brut Nature Ayala Champagne Brut Nature Brut Nature demonstrates to perfection the high quality of grapes used by the House to craft its wines, and its remarkable expertise in vinification. Making a no-dosage wine is quite complex, and Ayala’s expression offers nothing short of purity and precision. Ayala’s Brut Nature is a blend [...]