Sandrone
Le Vigne Barolo Sibi et Paucis 2013
Barolo
Le Vigne is a wine created from four different Nebbiolo vineyards, each of which brings its own contribution. This union generates an exceptionally complex wine that is round and harmonious on the palate, with fruity and spicy notes, and this approach of blending together plots is in fact the traditional one in Barolo.
Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne Sibi et Paucis 2013 (98 VM)
Vinous -September 28, 2023 "The 2013 Barolo Le Vigne Sibi et Paucis, the Sandrone library release of the 2013, is an infant. That's the good news. Even better, it is developing at a snails'…
Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne Sibi et Paucis 2013 (97 JS)
James Suckling -September 28, 2023 "Wow. This has really evolved beautifully with spices, perfumes, and flowers, as well as dark fruits. Hints of mushrooms. Full-bodied with ultra-fine tannins that are soft and resolved now. Caresses…
Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne Sibi et Paucis 2013 (97 WA)
Wine Advocate -September 28, 2023 "A late-release bottle that sees another decade of aging in controlled conditions at the winery, the Luciano Sandrone 2013 Barolo Le Vigne Sibi et Paucis is an ambitious effort that…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (96 DE)
Decanter -September 29, 2023 "As of 2013, Sandrone's iconic Cannubi Boschis bottling has been rebranded with the fantasy moniker Aleste, which fuses the names of Luciano's grandchildren Alessia and Stefano. The grapes still hail…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (97 W&S)
Wine & Spirits -September 29, 2023 "Aleste is the new identity for Luciano Sandrone’s Cannubi Boschis Barolo, bottled since 1985 and renamed in 2013 for his grandchildren, Alessia and Stefano. The end of the 2013 growing…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (97 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -September 29, 2023 "Formerly known as Cannubi Boschis, this impressive wine boasts alluring aromas of crushed raspberry, baking spice, chopped mint, violet and woodland berry. The savory elegant palate delivers succulent Marasca cherry,…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (94 WS)
Wine Spectator -September 29, 2023 "Well-structured, revealing dark fruit flavors of black cherry and black currant, with accents of iron, tobacco and tar. Has grip and a fresh feel, lingering on the licorice- and mineral-tinged…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (97 VM)
Vinous -September 29, 2023 "The 2013 Barolo Aleste Sibi et Paucis, the Sandrone library release of the 2013 is a powerhouse. A rush of black cherry, mocha, new leather, licorice, cloves and tobacco race…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (96 JS)
James Suckling -September 28, 2023 "Aromas of black berries, cherries, dried leaves, and bark follow through to a full body with firm and chewy tannins and a savory finish. Holding on well in a classic,…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo ‘Sibi et Paucis’ 2013 (98 WA)
Wine Advocate -September 28, 2023 "Past vintages of this wine report the name of the MGA (Cannubi Boschi), but from this point on, the wine is called Aleste. This is a late-release project with bottles…
Domaine Chanson Beaune Clos de Mouches Blanc 2021 (91 WS)
Wine Spectator -September 13, 2023 "A rich, viscous white marked by lemon candy and ripe peach flavors. Well-defined, courtesy of vivid acidity, with a long finish, revealing an aftertaste of butterscotch and stony minerality."- B.S…
Domaine Chanson Savigny-Dominode 1er Cru 2021
James Suckling -July 06, 2023 "Very typical floral and red fruit charm for this appellation that's neatly underlined by the touch of toasty oak. Elegant mid-weight wine with good concentration and structure for the difficult…
Domaine Chanson
Domaine Chanson Beaune Clos des Marconnets Domaine 2021
Beaune, Burgundy
“Les Marconnets” are located in the Northern hint of the Appelation Beaune 1er Cru. The name of this vineyard referred to the german tribe “Marcomans”. Chanson owns 4 ha, i.e, 40% of the vineyard.
Domaine Chanson Beaune Clos des Marconnets 1er Cru 2021 (93 JS)
James Suckling -July 06, 2023 "Deep nose of black cherry and blackcurrant pastilles with lots of licorice and smoke. Generous body and concentration for this difficult vintage, the fruit wrapping nicely around the quite bold…
Domaine Chanson
Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru Les Vergelesses Domaine 2021
Pernand-Vergelesses, Burgundy
Domaine Chanson Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru Les Vergelesses 2021 (94 JS)
James Suckling -July 06, 2023 "The attractive nose of black raspberries and sour cherries pulls you into this Pernand-Vergelesses that manages to be light-footed, concentrated and elegant all at once. And the structure is impressive…
Quinta do Noval
Branco Reserva 2021
Douro Valley, Portugal
An authentic white wine with the ambitious to represent the best white wine produced in the Douro Valley. It is derived from a strict selection of the best batches of the Quinta’s various indigenous grape varieties. Rich and structured, it is outstanding for its finesse and intensity
Quinta do Noval Branco Douro Reserva 2021 (92 WA)
Wine Advocate -September 15, 2023 "The 2021 Reserva Branco is a 60/40 blend of Viosinho and Gouveio aged for five months in 50% new French barriques. This is the debut vintage of this wine [...].…
Quinta do Noval Branco Douro Reserva 2021 (93 JS)
James Suckling -September 14, 2023 "This is perfumed with white nectarines, white flowers, raw almonds and dried spicy herbs. Medium- to full-bodied. Solid and meaty with density to its texture. But it still remains juicy…
Quinta do Noval Branco Douro Reserva 2021 (91 WS)
Wine Spectator -February 10, 2023 "A compact, medium-bodied white, with graphite, quinine and spice notes lacing poached apple and quince fruit, pastry and lemon preserves. The profile is coiled around racy acidity, keeping this focused…
Quinta do Noval
Vinhas da Marka 2019
Douro Valley
Vinhas da Marka is the very first edition of a new exciting project called ‘Terroir Series’. Every edition will focus on one specific terroir that was identified that year as exceptional.
A few years ago, Quinta do Noval concluded an agreement with the Agrellos family for the long term lease of the vineyard of Quinta da Marka, which we had identified as having terroir of exceptional potential. This potential was revealed by the outstanding red wines produced in the 2019 vintage. It was so remarkable, that the Noval team has decided to release a very limited volume of that wine. Only 200 bottles was brought into the US.
Quinta do Noval Vinhas da Marka 2019 (94 DE)
Decanter -September 08, 2023 "Uncommon freshness for a west-facing 1.45ha parcel of vines at 140-180m. Planted in 1930, it reveals smoky, graphite minerality to the nose and palate with juicy blackberry, pureed raspberry, silky…
E. Guigal
Crozes-Hermitage 2020
Crozes-Hermitage
Crozes-Hermitage can be considered the gateway to the red and white wines of the Northern Rhône Valley. The reds, which are the majority of production, have wonderful warm flavors of red and black fruit, and typical Syrah pepper, spice and savory notes.
E. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage 2020 (92 WS)
Wine Spectator -September 22, 2023 "A generous, alluring red, with red currant and cassis amped up withA generous, alluring red, with red currant and cassis amped up with sweet spices, tarragon and singed cedar. Reveals…
E. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage 2020
James Suckling -May 25, 2023 "An extremely typical example of this appellation with stacks of fresh blackberry fruit, plus delicate notes of smoke and pepper. Zesty interplay of bright fruit and crisp tannins on the…
Sandrone Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba 2021(91 JS)
James Suckling -July 06, 2023 "This is flavorful and red-fruited with hints of citrus and hibiscus on offer. Medium-bodied and crunchy with chalky texture and a vivid, mineral finish." -J.S 7/23
Sandrone
Le Vigne Barolo 2019
Barolo
Le Vigne is a wine created from four different Nebbiolo vineyards, each of which brings its own contribution. This union generates an exceptionally complex wine that is round and harmonious on the palate, with fruity and spicy notes, and this approach of blending together plots is in fact the traditional one in Barolo.
Sandrone Le Vigne 2019 (96 WE)
Wine Enthusiast (96) -September 29, 2023 Text to follow in Dec 2023 Issue
Sandrone Le Vigne 2019 (95 WS)
Wine Spectator (95) -September 29, 2023 "Here's a tightly wound red, with floral, cherry, iron, earth and underbrush aromas and flavors. It's beefy, with the vintage's characteristic austerity and a strong grip on the finish. The…
Sandrone Le Vigne 2019 (97+ WA)
Wine Advocate (97+) -September 07, 2023 "The 2019 Barolo Le Vigne is a historic blend of fruit from Baudana in Serralunga d'Alba, Villero in Castiglione Falletto, Vignane in Barolo and Merli in Novello. This year, a…
Sandrone Le Vigne 2019 (97 JS)
James Suckling -August 07, 2023 "Very aromatic with hibiscus, crab apple, orange blossom, and ripe strawberry on the nose. Full-bodied, very layered and powerful, yet it remains very fine textured with an intense finish. Slightly…
Sandrone
ALESTE Barolo 2019
Barolo
ALESTE – a combination of the names of Luciano Sandrone’s grandchildren ALEssia and STEfano — is the new name for Luciano’s first wine, the Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which garnered Luciano his early acclaim with the international trade and press. This single-vineyard wine is typically dense and concentrated but shows incredible harmony and balance.
Sandrone Barolo ALESTE 2019 (97 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -September 29, 2023 Text to follow in Dec 2023 Issue
Sandrone Barolo ALESTE 2019 (97 WA)
Wine Advocate -September 07, 2023 "Aleste is a contraction of the names Alessia and Stefano, grandchildren of the late Luciano Sandrone. With fruit from Cannubi Boschis, the 2019 Barolo Aleste shows important richness and structure.…
Sandrone Barolo ALESTE 2019 (95 JS)
James Suckling -August 07, 2023 "An integrated and well-crafted Barolo with flowers and lemon peel to the cherry and strawberry aromas. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins and a linear drive throughout. Tight and muscular."—J.S. 8/23
Ornellaia
Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2021
Bolgheri DOC Rosso
Coming primarily from the estate’s younger vineyards and made with the same passion and attention to detail as Ornellaia, Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia is a true “second vin.” A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot, Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia combines generosity and depth of flavor with an engaging and vibrant personality.
Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2021 (93 WA)
Wine Advocate -June 02, 2023 "The 2021 Bolgheri Rosso Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia is a nicely extracted and rich blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This vintage is very generous, even…
Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2021 (94 VM)
Vinous -August 04, 2023 "The 2020 Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia is a very pretty and elegant wine. The aromatics alone are beguiling. Crushed flowers, spice, menthol, mocha, dark red cherry and cedar all grace…
Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2021 (94 JS)
James Suckling -July 27, 2023 "A firm and linear red with currant, berry, chocolate and cedar character. It’s medium- to full-bodied. Fine tannins that run the length of the wine. It’s tight and focused. Energetic…
Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2021 (93 WS)
Wine Spectator -July 06, 2023 "A polished red, complex and perfumed, featuring black currant, blackberry, plum, violet and iron aromas and flavors. Builds nicely, showing off its poise and releasing the dense tannins at the…
Poggio al Tufo Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (90 WS)
Wine Spectator -September 13, 2023 "Boasts black currant and blueberry fruit complemented by earth, iron and tobacco, while dense tannins provide support. Compact on the finish for now, yet concentrated and long overall." - J.M.…
Ferrer Bobet
Selecció Especial 2019
Priorat, Spain
Selecció Especial is 100% Carignane from hundred year old vines in some of the best vineyards in Priorat, in one of the coolest, steepest and highest elevations of the appellation, factors which contribute to optimal phenolic ripeness and help preserve flavors and acidity. A wine of truly profound fruit and minerality.
Ferrer Bobet Seleccio Especial 2019 (96 JS)
James Suckling -May 25, 2023 "Impressively complex and deep nose with fine roasted spices, tar, lard, cigar box and plenty of mossy black cherries, wild strawberries and blackberries. Concentrated but nothing hefty here, with a…
Ferrer Bobet
Vinyes Velles 2019
Priorat, Spain
Ferrer Bobet’s Vinyes Velles is an old vine blend of Carignane (86%) and Grenache (14%). It’s produced from some of the best steep slate hillside and terraced vineyards in Priorat. Though the “second wine” of Ferrer Bobet, the initial 2005 release put Ferrer Bobet on the wine world map. Two of the most important publications in Spain named it their wine of the year, and accolades came pouring in from Russia, the UK and the US. It launched the Ferrer Bobet mission of creating wines of elegance and purity, and the message has resonated.
Ferrer Bobet Vinyes Velles 2019 (94 JS)
James Suckling -September 28, 2023 "Aromas of cocoa powder, grilled meat, sage, espresso and blackberries. Full-bodied with silky tannins. So elegant and refined with real supple texture and rounded black fruit. Effortless balance. Delicious. 86%…
Ferrer Bobet Vinyes Velles 2019 (93 WS)
Wine Spectator -July 24, 2023 "A sleek, finely meshed red bearing a dark purple hue, with a mix of cassis, boysenberry, violet and espresso notes expanding on the palate and framed by supple tannins. Long…
Ferrer Bobet Vinyes Velles 2019 (94 W&S)
Wine & Spirits -July 24, 2023 "Sergi Ferrer-Salat and Raül Bobet built their gravity-flow winery in Porrera, where they planted 70 acres of vines on steep terraces in 2004 and 2005, organically farmed in the midst…
Ferrer Bobet
Priorat 2018
Priorat, Spain
Ferrer Bobet Priorat is the second vintage of a Priorat produced primarily from Ferrer Bobet’s own vineyards. It fulfills the vision of elegance, freshness and detail that were the reasons for starting the estate. It is a Carignan based blend, based on low vigor and high quality rootstocks and clones, aiming for perfectly balanced vines.
Ferrer Bobet Priorat 2018 (91 WS)
Wine Spectator -July 24, 2023 "A well-balanced red, with dark and brambly blackberry and cassis fruit joined by lively acidity and supple tannins. A crowd-pleaser for the juicy fruit and overall accessibility, with aromatic accents…
Ferrer Bobet Priorat 2018 (94 WE)
Wine Enthusiast -June 27, 2023 "Deep violet to the eye, this wine has a nose of black cherry, blackberry, clove and a hint of black pepper. It is slightly spicy on entry, with clove, anise,…
