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Domaine Chanson 30622
Givry 2018
Givry, Burgundy
April 15, 2021
Givry is one of the smallest but most famous of the 5 villages in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, in the southern part of Burgundy. Whole bunch maceration really helps this wine to deliver. It brings structure, matter and a touch of spiciness and freshness.
Domaine Chanson Givry 2018 (90 WS)
Wine Spectator -April 15, 2021 "Bright, with juicy black cherry, black currant, licorice and sweet spices."
E. Guigal 30575
Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2015
Hermitage
April 14, 2021
Ermitage Ex-Voto represents the fulfillment of a longtime dream of Marcel Guigal’s to own vineyard land on the hill of Hermitage. Through the purchase of the de Vallouit and J. L. Grippat domaines in 2000, Guigal acquired four exceptional vineyard parcels on this legendary site. The 2001 vintage was the first release of this estate-bottled Hermitage red and white. The quality of the intense old-vine fruit is quite special, but given the Guigal’s already strong work in Hermitage, they decided to only release an Ex-Voto red or white when the wine is utterly exceptional and clearly superior to their appellation bottlings.
E. Guigal Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2017 (97 WS)
Wine Spectator -August 01, 2022 "Exotic, this ripples with warm, well-steeped boysenberry, blackberry and fig fruit flavors infused with notes of dark tea, singed alder and juniper and wild herbs. All the components move in…
E. Guigal Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2015 (98+ JD)
Jeb Dunnuck (98+) -April 14, 2021 "The rich, powerful, primordial 2015 Hermitage Ex Voto isn’t for those seeking instant gratification and will need a solid decade of bottle age. Incredible notes of crème de cassis, liquid…
E. Guigal Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2015 (97 VM)
Vinous -April 14, 2021 "Deep, glass-staining ruby. Deep-pitched aromas of cherry liqueur, blackberry, fruitcake and incense on the highly perfumed nose. Stains the palate with vibrant black and blue fruit liqueur, allspice and violet…
E. Guigal Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2015 (96 WA)
Wine Advocate -April 14, 2021 "Spicy, cedary and firm, the 2015 Ermitage Ex Voto is built tough, like the granite it comes from. Hints of pencil shavings and crushed stone accent mixed red and black…
E. Guigal Ermitage Ex Voto Rouge 2015 (96 JS)
James Suckling -April 14, 2021 "This is a very powerful, sweetly spiced and complex Hermitage with hung meat and very ripe dark berries, delivered amid iodine and dark stones, as well as a core of…
La Guita 30515
Manzanilla
Sanlúcar de Barrameda
April 09, 2021
La Guita is the manzanilla from Sanlucar and the most popular wine in the region. Aged under highly active flor for four and a half years, La Guita develops intense complexity while retaining beautiful freshness. They bottle six times a year, as opposed to once or twice as many other houses, to capture as much freshness as possible.
La Guita is made in two bodegas, and the smaller of the two, Bodega Misericordia, dates to 1526. Located in the heart of Sanlúcar, it was once the Hospital de San Juan de Dios. The larger bodega, Pago Sancular Viejo, is located on the road to Jerez and accounts for about 80% of La Guita's production. While legally allowed to source grapes from anywhere in Jerez, they focus exclusively on grapes from Sanlúcar - specifically from the Milaflores vineyard.
La Guita Manzanilla (91 WS)
Wine Spectator -April 09, 2021 "Distinctive, with verbena and tarragon notes leading the way, followed by lemon pith and jicama flavors. Flashes of gooseberry and talc run through the finish."
La Guita Manzanilla (90 WA)
James Suckling -April 09, 2021 "The NV La Guita Manzanilla has always had a very strong and marked character of brine, green olives and mustard seeds, with an overall sweet sensation. The medium-bodied palate is…
La Guita Manzanilla (94 JS)
James Suckling -April 09, 2021 "Unique aromas of dried apples, lemon blossom, almonds and cream. Hints of seaweed. Full-bodied, yet focused and tight with lively acidity and a beautifully composed finish of fruit and flavor.…
Masciarelli 30444
Marina Cvetic ISKRA 2017
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG
April 07, 2021
ISKRA is the Serbian word for “spark,” and Gianni Masciarelli dedicated this wine to his wife, Marina Cvetic, who is from Serbia. It is among the Marina Cvetic line of wines, which Gianni created for his wife. Made from a single-vineyard cru of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, ISKRA is a wine of extraordinary distinction and depth.
Marina Cvetić Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva ISKRA 2017 (94 WA)
Wine Advocate -October 22, 2021 October 2021
Masciarelli Marina Cvetic ISKRA 2017 (91 VM)
Vinous -April 07, 2021 "Blueberries, blackberries, sweet herbs, spice and a hint of pastry cream form the 2017 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva Iskra’s seductive bouquet. It’s silky and medium-bodied, with an elegant display of ripe…
Xavier Milhade Wines 30377
Château Tour Bayard 2018
Montagne-Saint-Émilion
April 02, 2021
Château Tour Bayard is a recent addition to the Milhade portfolio, coming into the family through marriage. This 25 acre property in the St.-Émilion Satellite Montagne-St.-Émilion has been run by the Richard family since 1956, and is now regarded as one of the top estates in the appellation.
Château Tour Bayard 2018 (92 WA)
Wine Advocate -April 26, 2021 "The 2018 Tour Bayard is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, weighing in with 15% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it charges out of the glass with…
Château Tour Bayard 2018 (92 JS)
James Suckling -April 02, 2021 “This has a rich nose of dried blueberry, sandalwood, bitter chocolate and walnut. Dried violets, too. It’s medium-bodied with firm, sleek tannins. Fresh and structured. 80% merlot and 20% cabernet…
Château Tour Bayard 2018 (91 JD)
Jeb Dunnuck -April 02, 2021 “A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, all from the Montagne region of Saint-Emilion, the 2018 Château Tour Bayard has a classy nose of redcurrants, ripe cherries, green…
Château Tour Bayard 2018 (92 VM)
Vinous -April 02, 2021 “The 2018 Tour Bayard is so expressive right out of the gate. Freshly cut flowers, lavender and spice add lovely aromatic lift to a core of red/purplish berry fruit. This…
Domaine Chanson 30299
Gevrey-Chambertin 2018
Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy
March 26, 2021
Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the major communes in the Cote de Nuits and is located in the northern part of the appellation. This is a "coup de coeur" wine, meaning it touches your heart with its charming style and powerful aromas and flavors.
Far Mountain 30113
Fission Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California
March 18, 2021
Fission is a pure mountain wine, with a dark depth of fruit chiseled by the cool elevation of its two vineyard sites. A wine of texture, with the intensity and sappy concentration we associate with old vines, it builds into powerful tannins that remain refined, almost cloaked by the seductiveness of the fruit and the gently building structure. The name Fission was ultimately chosen to reference the textural and mineral characteristics that the unique volcanic soil brings to this wine.
Far Mountain Fission Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (94 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -November 22, 2021 “From the Alta Vista Vineyard, this impressive red is earthy in cedar, pencil shaving and dried herb. A violet note highlights the elegant palate, which is restrained in oak and…
Far Mountain Fission Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (93 JS)
James Suckling -March 18, 2021 “This is a balanced red, showing blackberry and bark with chili and some herbs. It’s medium-to full-bodied with nice drinkability and a succulent, flavorful finish. Iodine, pine needles, slate and…
Far Mountain 30092
Myrna Chardonnay 2019
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California
March 18, 2021
Myrna’s focused intensity of fruit and texture reflects its two extreme mountain and hillside vineyard sites. The word Myrna translates to "beloved", a reflection of Far Mountain's feelings about truly great Chardonnay: wines that can translate from their sites intense minerality, texture and a dazzling spectrum of flavors.
Far Mountain Myrna Chardonnay 2019 (94 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -November 23, 2021 "High-toned and floral, this wine offers a generous mouthfeel of salty oak, mineral and wet stone. The elegant fruit profile combines pear, apple and Meyer lemon with ease, complementing the…
Far Mountain Myrna Chardonnay 2019 (94 VM)
Vinous -July 22, 2021 “The 2019 Chardonnay Myrna shows just how compelling the vintage is for white wines. Lemon oil, white flowers, chalk and mint give the 2019 a brilliant upper register that almost…
Far Mountain Myrna Chardonnay 2019 (94 JS)
James Suckling -March 18, 2021 “A polished, minerally chardonnay with sliced apple, lemon rind and some stone and flint. Laurel and other herbs, too. It’s medium-to full-bodied with a creamy texture and balance. Phenolic texture.…
Ponzi Vineyards 30056
Pinot Noir Reserve 2017
Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley
March 18, 2021
Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve is the epitome of restrained power. It hails from estate grown fruit on Laurelwood soils in the Chehalem Mountains, including from some of Oregon’s oldest vines. This remarkably complex wine is handcrafted with tremendous attention to detail.
Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve 2017 (93 VM)
Vinous -February 11, 2022 "Glistening ruby-red. Expansive red and dark berry preserve, mocha and cola scents reveal complementary candied rose and baking spice nuances. Palate-coating cherry cola and blackberry flavors are sweetened by a…
Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve 2017 (94 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -June 30, 2021 "A refined, almost delicate sensibility is at work here. This is the most Burgundian of the high-end Ponzi Pinots, young and fresh and racy and tight. The bright raspberry and…
Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve 2017 (95 JS)
James Suckling -June 30, 2021 "Attractive ripe and pure red cherry fruit that is nicely framed in spice, conifer-forest and sweet-earth elements. The palate has a bold heart of concentrated red-cherry flavor and delivers a…
Tenuta Luce 29996
Brunello di Montalcino 2016
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
March 16, 2021
Luce Brunello is the estate's tribute to one of Italy's crowning jewels of wine production. Of the 217 acres of vineyards at Luce, 27 are are officially listed in the Register for Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. It is an exquisitely balanced wine, gentle and yet powerful, and is produced in very small quantities to showcase the unique character of a pure Sangiovese from the estate and to pay tribute to the tradition of winemaking excellence in Montalcino.
Luce Brunello di Montalcino 2016 (96 WS)
Wine Spectator -March 17, 2021 “Pure black cherry, blackberry and black currant flavors abound in this rich red, supported by graphite, earth, wild rosemary and anise notes. Balanced and almost approachable now, yet the refined…
Luce Brunello di Montalcino 2016 (95 DE)
Decanter -March 16, 2021 “Lighter in colour than the Luce, higher acidity even on the aromatics, gorgeously sculpted and nuanced, with kick and backbone. A savoury edge to the fruit, and strong spices, we…
Ornellaia 29984
Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019
Toscana IGT
March 16, 2021
Le Volte dell’Ornellaia combines a Mediterranean expression of generosity with structure and complexity, reflecting the philosophy of Ornellaia. It represents the first step into the Ornellaia family, and is an ideal wine for everyday enjoyment.
Ornellaia Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019 (91 JS)
James Suckling -August 11, 2021 "This is very Mediterranean in character with sage and rosemary to the blackberry and tar aromas. It’s medium-to full-bodied with medium, chewy tannins and a savory finish. Black-pepper undertones with…
Ornellaia Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019 (91 VM)
Vinous -April 28, 2021 "The 2019 Le Volte dell’Ornellaia is terrific. Bold, juicy and wonderfully expressive, the 2019 will drink well right out of the gate. Juicy black cherry, lavender, spice, menthol and chocolate…
Ornellaia Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019 (90 JD)
Jeb Dunnuck -March 16, 2021 "Rosemary, sage and underbrush on the attack. Tight, extremely spicy, this feels full of freshly cut herbs with touches of earth. A cold start to the season meant late budding…
Marietta Cellars 29940
Armé Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
North Coast, California
March 16, 2021
"Named after Armé, the husband of Marietta and great-great uncle of Owner/Winemaker Scot Bilbro, this Cabernet Sauvignon conveys a taut freshness and aromatic purity. Stylistically balanced between modern California and Old World, this wine is dense with fresh, dark fruit and tempered with a savory, earthy character. The dry fly on the label is a reference to Chris Bilbro's long family history of fishing with his great uncle Armé along the waterways that now adjoin the three estate vineyards.
Marietta's family series is an ode to the elements that have unified the family's winemakers over time: family, hard work, passion, and a love for the creative process that is winemaking."
Marietta Cellars Armé Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (93 JS)
James Suckling -July 20, 2021 "Round-textured and fruity with balance and softness, yet freshness at the same time. Medium-bodied. Attractive berry, currant and sweet green-tobacco undertones." - J.S.
Marietta Cellars Armé Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (94 WA)
Wine Advocate -June 08, 2021 "The 2018 Armé Cabernet Sauvignon is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon blended with 7% Merlot, 4% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Medium ruby-purple, it has pure, classic aromas of cassis, graphite, violets,…
Marietta Cellars 29935
Christo Red Blend 2018
North Coast, California
March 16, 2021
Named and styled after Chris Bilbro, affectionately called ""Christo"" by his great-aunt Marietta, this Rhone varietal blend is gentle but powerful, pleasurable but deep, and refined while raw. An ode to Scot's father and founder of Marietta Cellars, this blend is largely Syrah from the McDowell estate, blended with Petite Sirah from the Angeli Estate and Grenache from the Yorkville Highlands Estate. The pig snout on the label is a reminder of how Chris Bilbro made wild boar sausage and carted his creations around the country to share with chefs and wine lovers alike as he sold Marietta wines.
Marietta's family series is an ode to the elements that have unified the family's winemakers over time: family, hard work, passion, and a love for the creative process that is winemaking.
Marietta Cellars Christo Red Blend 2018 (94 JS)
James Suckling -July 20, 2021 "Very attractive aromas of blackberry, sweet tobacco and wet earth follow through to a full body with a round, soft texture. Smoke, tar and graphite notes. Flavorful finish." - J.S.
Marietta Cellars Christo Red Blend 2018 (95 WA)
Wine Advocate -June 08, 2021 "The 2018 Christo is made up of 60% Syrah, 24% Grenache, 12% Petite Sirah and 4% Viognier. Vibrant ruby-purple in color, the nose offers pure scents of crushed red, black…
Juvé & Camps 29344
Reserva de la Familia Gran Reserva 2016
Cava
March 01, 2021
“Reserva de la Familia” (translating to ‘Reserve of the Family’) is the leading Gran Reserva in the world, always vintage-dated, and all the more notable because of the quality needed to produce it without dosage (‘Brut Nature’ designation).
Juvé & Camps Reserva de la Familia Gran Reserva 2016 (91 DE)
Decanter -March 01, 2021 "A classic Cava blend of Macabeu, Xarel-lo and Parellada; bready, citrus aromas with hints of honeyed peach and white blossom. Fresh, with a creamy mousse and persistent bubbles. Beeswax, ripe…
Juvé & Camps 29331
Gran Juvé Gran Reserva 2015
Cava
March 01, 2021
Since it was first made in 1972, Gran Juvé has always been an emblematic cuvée, representing the best of Juvé & Camps. Categorized as 'Brut' with only 5g/l of dosage, it is only produced in exceptional vintages and is made using the best quality grapes from select vineyard plots. With a very long ageing time in the bottle of about 42 months, it showcases the intensity and complexity that Spanish sparkling wines can achieve.
Juvé & Camps Gran Juvé Gran Reserva 2015 (92 VM)
Vinous -July 13, 2021 "Shimmering straw-yellow. Smoke-tinged orchard and pit fruit aromas with a building floral overtone and a touch of honey. Sappy and penetrating on the palate, offering concentrated nectarine, orange pith, buttered…
Juvé & Camps Gran Juvé Gran Reserva 2015 (91 WS)
Wine Spectator -May 07, 2021 "Minerally petrol and graphite notes on the nose quickly transition to a lovely, spiced range of ripe nectarine and dried white cherry fruit on the fine and silky palate. A…
Juvé & Camps 29317
Reserva de la Familia Gran Reserva 2017
Cava
March 01, 2021
“Reserva de la Familia” (translating to ‘Reserve of the Family’) is one of the world's greatest sparkling wines, 100% estate, certified organic, always vintage-dated, and all the more notable because of the quality needed to produce it without dosage.
Juvé & Camps Reserva de la Familia Gran Reserva 2017 (91 DE)
Decanter -December 20, 2022 "Xarel·lo, the king of Catalan white grapes, is the backbone of this consistently excellent Cava at 55% of the blend, along with Macabeo (35%) and Parellada (10%). Long ageing (36…
Juvé & Camps Reserva de la Familia Gran Reserva 2017 (91 VM)
Vinous -July 13, 2021 "Pungent, spice-accented aromas of dried pear, lemon pith and toasted nuts; a smoky mineral quality adds lift. Juicy Anjou pear and Meyer lemon flavors show good depth and a floral…
Domaine Chanson 29199
Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019
Bourgogne
February 24, 2021
The grapes for Domaine Chanson’s Bourgogne Rouge are sourced exclusively from select estate-owned vineyards in the Côte de Nuits, as well as several terroirs located in the southern part of the Côte de Beaune.
Domaine Chanson Bourgogne Rouge 2019 (90 WS)
Wine Spectator -September 27, 2021 "Pretty red, this boasts violet, black currant, raspberry and earth aromas and flavors. Vibrant and well defined, with a lingering, chalky finish." -B.S.
Domaine Chanson Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 (90 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -May 12, 2021 “This Beaune-based negociant house has made a richly dense wine that is packed with succulent black fruits and freshened with acidity. It is a satisfying wine, ripe and with a…
Finca Decero 29058
Malbec 2018
Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina
February 18, 2021
A core intensity of red fruit flavors and lifted violet aromas remain the signature of Malbec from the estate’s Remolinos Vineyard. This is exquisitely balanced by freshness of acidity and an elegant integration of French oak which adds complexity to the rich mid palate.
Finca Decero Malbec 2018 (93 DE)
Decanter -June 21, 2022 "Assertive nose of cinnamon, blueberry, black tea, sage and waxy nuances. Well-resolved tannins supported by a nice core of fruit and a peppery finish."
Finca Decero Malbec 2018 (91 WA)
Wine Advocate -April 01, 2021 "I find a very nicely crafted and harmonious wine in the 2018 Malbec Remolinos Vineyard, a red with a fruit-driven nose full of violets, berries, good freshness and elegance. The…
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Finca Decero Malbec 2018 (90 WS)
Wine Spectator -March 11, 2021 "Offers dark cherry and plum flavors that are fleshy and filled with tannic power. Minerally midpalate, with a finish that is loaded with baker's chocolate accents."
Finca Decero Malbec 2018 (93 JS)
James Suckling -February 18, 2021 "A tight, focused red with dark-plum and hazelnut character. Citrus, too. Medium to full body. Bright finish. Shows refined tension and beauty."
