2015 Lindstrom Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 Lindstrom Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley This Stags Leap District wine shows its heritage in the pronounced dark cherry and mocha notes which dominate both the aromas and the entry, as well as the signature soft tannins juxtaposed against a very solid, substantial mid-palate. The flavor intensity, [...]
2018 Fevre Fourchaume Chablis 2018 Fevre Fourchaume Chablis Rich and ample with tremendous structure, the 2018 possesses terrific depth and textural resonance throughout the finish. Orchard fruit, lemon confit, almond and menthol infuse the 2018 with notable complexity and intensity. Textured, oily and deep with a bit of a savory edge, the 2018 has so [...]
2018 Bouchard Pommard 2018 Bouchard Pommard Fruity and musky aromas with just the right touch of oak. Structured and firm, this 2018 wine has a pronounced personality. Full-bodied in its youth, it softens with age. Good ageing potential. Pinot Noir Pinot Noir is the dominant red wine grape of Burgundy, now adopted (and extensively studied) [...]
2018
2018 Bouchard NSG 2018 Bouchard NSG Intense notes of black fruit blended with oaky touches and delicately spiced.Full and fleshy on the palate, the structure of this wine is based on elegant tannins. Pairs well with game, venison, and meat dishes in sauce. Domaine Over time, by acquiring various terroirs with great care and patience, [...]
2018 Bouchard Chambolle-Musigny 2018 Bouchard Chambolle-Musigny Attractive aromas of raspberries, red berries, cinnamon, warm spices and woodsmoke preface this 2018 vintage, a medium to full-bodied, lively wine with good depth at the core and refined structuring tannins. Around half of the cuvée derives from Bouchard’s own holdings, the balance provided by purchased grapes. Bouchard Père [...]
2017
2017 Gust Pinot Noir 2017 Gust Pinot Noir This Pinot Noir hails from the Diamond Pile Vineyard and Catapult Ranch vineyard within the Petaluma Gap AVA. The Diamond Pile vineyard’s Dijon clones add elegance, detail and brightness to the wine while the heritage clones from the Catapult ranch offer power and backbone to this Pinot [...]
2017 Boheme Chardonnay English Hill Vineyard 2017 Boheme Chardonnay English Hill Vineyard; Sonoma, USA The Bohème Chardonnay “English Hill” 2017 immediately grabs the nose with caramelly lemon, roast hazelnuts, bright green apple slices, freshly cut pears and a squeeze of lime. In the mouth it’s both vibrant and voluptuous with all the aforementioned aromas translating [...]
2018 Ramey Chardonnay Woolsey Road Vineyard 2018 Ramey Chardonnay Woolsey Road Vineyard; Sonoma County, California Vintage Notes;This Chardonnay is exclusive to Ramey; you will not find Woolsey Rd Vineyard anywhere else. Owned by the Martinelli family, the vineyard was planted specifically for us at their invitation. We were able to provide them with old Wente [...]
2018 Foradori Granato 2018 Foradori Granato; Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy Grapevines and pomegranates have the same origins and are typical of the Mediterranean region. The pomegranate also has the same charm, beauty and intensity of the grape. The “Granato” is dedicated to this ideal blend, an especially concentrated and dense Teroldego that takes root from the stones [...]
2019 Louis Jadot Chablis Fourchaume 2019 Louis Jadot Chablis Fourchaume; Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France TASTING NOTE; The wine is pristine, bright and fresh with high acidity and citrus and mineral aromas and flavors. FOOD PAIRING; Delicious with poultry, shellfish and lobster. POINTS OF DISTINCTION; A clean and crisp Chablis stemming from its unoaked origins, Pop and pour: this wine [...]
2018 Sokol-Blosser Chardonnay Dundee Hills 2018 Sokol-Blosser Chardonnay Dundee Hills Firmly anchored in crisp apple fruit, along with highlights of peppery white radish, this takes a turn into a buttery finish which smooths out the mouthfeel. The interesting mix of fermentation vessels—new and neutral barrels, puncheons and a concrete egg named Huevo contributes to a [...]
2019 Krupp Brothers Cabernet Sauvignon M5 Stagecoach VI 2019 Krupp Brothers Cabernet Sauvignon M5 Stagecoach VI Layers of inky red/purplish fruit saturate the palate as this plush, opulent wine shows off its personality. There is plenty of tannin, but also more than enough fruit to stand up to that heft. Napa Valley One of the [...]
2016 Chateau Sociando-Mallet Haut-Medoc 375ml 2016 Chateau Sociando-Mallet Haut-Medoc 375ml The palate is medium-bodied with juicy ripe tannin that almost disguise the firm structure underneath. I admire the completeness of this Sociando-Mallet, the neatly embroidered new oak and the freshness on the finish. The 2015 Sociando-Mallet did not fire on all cylinders last year, but [...]
2021 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay 2021 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay Apple and pear characters are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean, with appealing mineral notes. This is a versatile food-pairing wine—enjoy love it with fresh salads, grilled scallops, and nearly any selection of cheeses. This wine opens with aromas of ripe golden apple, white [...]
2019 Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2019 Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc This bright and captivating Sauvignon Blanc begins with head-turning aromas of pineapple, mango, guava, lemon cream and nectarine. The luxurious tropical notes are echoed on the palate, where they mingle with flavors of lychee, peach, white flowers and honeydew melon, all gliding to a fresh and focused [...]
2017 Flowers Pinot Noir Sea View Ridge 2017 Flowers Pinot Noir Sea View Ridge On the palate, sweeter berry fruits, hints of bay laurel, oolong tea and vanilla are supported by soft, feathery tannins. The most fruit-driven wine of the vintage, this wine perfectly captures the elegance of our Sea View Ridge Estate Vineyard. Made [...]
Aromas of black cherry liquor crushed hazelnut tilled earth and dried rose petal. Decadent and rich on the palate with flavors of sweet dark plum and cocoa powder. Well integrated tannins lead to a seamless finish.
2019 Round Pond Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2019 Round Pond Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Creamy, rich, and generous, this wine shows essences of sweet spices and desert sage which marry well with hints of black peppercorn and cocoa. Lively with firm, chewy tannins, this wine follows through with rich black cherry, coffee and a pleasing granite-like finish [...]
750ML
2016 Sanford Chardonnay 2016 Sanford Chardonnay Jasmine and crème brûlée jump out of the glass while the bright and saline palate is balanced very well with richness on an elegant finish. Whole cluster pressing and barrel fermentation in French oak showcase this singular site. This classic, cool climate Chardonnay can pair with a wide range [...]
2019 Cline Cellars Pinot Noir Fog Swept 2019 Cline Cellars Pinot Noir Fog Swept; Sonoma County, California Winemaker Notes; The 2019 Cline Pinot Noir has sumptuous flavors of raspberry, lilacs, and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of vanilla and toasted oak. This wine makes an ideal companion to foods like lamb, braised meats, or duck. [...]
2018 Chateau Pedesclaux Pauillac 2018 Chateau Pedesclaux Pauillac Blend: 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot Jeb Dunnuck (95/100) My money is on the 2018 Château Pédesclaux being the best to date, and this estate has made leaps and bounds in terms of quality over the past decade. The 2018 is [...]
2016 Chateau d’Armailhac Pauillac 2016 Chateau d’Armailhac Pauillac Blend: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot James Suckling (95/100) This is a really driven d’Armailhac showing blackcurrants and fruit tea with hints of bark on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, very firm and structured with a long and powerful finish. Direct [...]
2018 Chateau Tour De Pez Saint-Estephe 2018 Chateau Tour De Pez Saint-Estephe; France Tasting notes; Deep ruby red, with aromas of fresh red fruit thanks to a dominant proportion of Merlot. Delicately full and round in the mouth with tannins of great finesse that confer charm and grace. The balance is impeccable in this wine of [...]