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Frog’s Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Rutherford

June 10, 2026 - A classic Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon anchored by organic, dry-farmed estate vineyards and a philosophy of balance over excess. Frog's Leap emphasizes purity of fruit, natural acidity and fine-grained tannins, with oak used to support rather than dominate. The result is a layered, savory Napa Valley Cabernet that delivers depth, elegance and long-term ageability.

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VinePair - May 06, 2026 "This wine might be one of the purest expressions of Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s not polished around the edges; it has a rustic elegance and power. The nose opens with…

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Vinous - November 01, 2025 "The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is terrific. Rich and forward, the 2022 is a bit extroverted for Frog's Leap, but all the elements are so well balanced. The Cabernet is typically…

Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022

Abruzzo

June 09, 2026 - Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo sets the global standard for the grape, offering both iconic quality and everyday accessibility. Made from 100% estate-grown Montepulciano, it showcases rich dark cherry fruit with spicy, smoky notes, and a full, fleshy palate with surprising depth and length. Sourced from vineyards across Abruzzo at varied elevations, the wine is vinified in stainless steel with 10–15 days of maceration and refined for 20 months. Since 1981, it has served as a true ambassador for Montepulciano and the Abruzzo region.

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Vinous - October 11, 2024 “The 2022 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo opens with a savory mix of wild herbs, cedar shavings and dried black cherries. It impresses with its silken textures and a solid core of tart…

Roseblood d’Estoublon 1489 Roseblood Blanc 2024

Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence

June 08, 2026 - The name 1489 marks the founding year of Château d’Estoublon and takes inspiration from the estate’s rose garden, where delicate blooms meet the intense Provençal sun. Made entirely from estate-grown Rolle in AOP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, this luminous gold wine is hand-harvested and crafted with precision. It offers floral and fruity notes with remarkable purity and elegance. Presented in a custom bottle adorned with a rose, 1489 Blanc is a refined, haute-couture expression of Provence.

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Wine Enthusiast - February 26, 2026 "Flint and wet stone aromas are complimented by subtler floral and citrus notes. Lively acid and citrus fill your mouth and then white pepper drives the finish."

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Wine Spectator - October 27, 2025 "Reductive smokiness introduces this plump white, filled out with nectarine and melon, plus hints of salted butter and fresh herbs. Shows depth and mineral verve. Inviting and substantial, with good…

Roseblood d’Estoublon 1489 Roseblood Blanc 2023

Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence

June 08, 2026 - The name 1489 marks the founding year of Château d’Estoublon and takes inspiration from the estate’s rose garden, where delicate blooms meet the intense Provençal sun. Made entirely from estate-grown Rolle in AOP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, this luminous gold wine is hand-harvested and crafted with precision. It offers floral and fruity notes with remarkable purity and elegance. Presented in a custom bottle adorned with a rose, 1489 Blanc is a refined, haute-couture expression of Provence.

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Wine Spectator - April 15, 2024 "A salty, smoky white, with weight to the juicy lemon and peach flavors. More savory than fruit-driven, with leesiness and a crushed flint note lining the finish. Subtle toastiness adds…

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James Suckling - December 05, 2024 "An elegant, reserved nose of white fruit and subtle spices. Textured and dry but pretty flavorful, with a medium to full body and a round finish. From organically grown grapes."

Roseblood d’Estoublon 1489 Roseblood Rosé 2023

Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence

June 08, 2026 - The name 1489 marks the year Château d’Estoublon was founded. This cuvée takes inspiration from the estate’s rose garden, where delicate blooms meet the intense Provençal sun. Made entirely from estate vineyards in AOP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, it comes from 50-year-old vines growing atop a volcanic crater, shaped by the cooling Mistral wind. A blend of Grenache and Syrah delivers roundness, power, and complexity. Presented in a custom bottle adorned with a rose, 1489 is a true haute-couture expression of Provence.

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James Suckling - December 05, 2024 "A solid and well-crafted rosé, showcasing notes of apricots, red berries and some shaved wood, too. It’s medium-bodied with texture and volume. Round and focused with a flavorful finish."

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