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E. Guigal Hermitage Blanc 2021

Hermitage

December 08, 2025 - E. Guigal Hermitage Blanc is a rare gem from one of France’s most renowned appellations. While white Rhône wines are scarce, Guigal’s focus on this style makes them a standout, with whites making up 25% of their production. This wine blends explosive floral and fruit aromas with intense minerality and a silky concentration of flavors. Made primarily from Marsanne, with a hint of Roussanne, it finishes remarkably fresh, capturing the warmth and complexity of the Northern Rhône. This is a true discovery for those seeking elegance and depth.

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Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "Due to the challenges of the vintage, the 2021 Hermitage Blanc is a blend of the estate’s Hermitage Tradition bottling and Ex Voto, which gives it a singular profile. Less…

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Jeb Dunnuck - May 09, 2025 "Quince, white flowers, and gorgeous citrus notes all emerge from the 2021 Hermitage Blanc. Based on 95% Marsanne and 5% Roussanne, aged 24 months in equal parts new and used…

E. Guigal Saint-Joseph Blanc 2021

Saint-Joseph

December 08, 2025 - E. Guigal Saint-Joseph Blanc embodies the family's belief that Saint-Joseph will once again become one of the Rhône’s most celebrated appellations. This wine is a testament to the region’s potential, offering both weight and complexity that reflect its exceptional vineyard sites. With a seamless balance of freshness, fruitiness, and structure, it delivers a captivating blend of pleasure and intrigue. Guigal’s expertise in white wines shines through, as this is a deceptively serious and sophisticated wine, showcasing their mastery of the Northern Rhône's terroir.

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Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "Opening with notes of pear, white peach and spring flowers, the 2021 Saint-Joseph Blanc possesses a medium- to full-bodied, elegant and seamless palate with a juicy core of fruit, concluding…

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Wine Spectator - January 25, 2024

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James Suckling - May 02, 2024

Far Mountain Fission Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Sonoma Valley

December 08, 2025 - Fission is a pure mountain wine, with a dark depth of fruit chiseled by the cool elevation of its tw

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Wine Enthusiast - March 27, 2023 "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…

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Vinous - July 21, 2021 "These are the first wines I have tasted from Far Mountain, a new project headed by winemakers Mai Errazuriz and Rodrigo Soto. Errazuriz and Soto source fruit from a number…

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James Suckling - March 24, 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 Myrna Chardonnay 2021

Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

December 07, 2025 - 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.

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Decanter - November 03, 2024 "This wine is sourced from just below the peak of Bald Mountain, one of the highest points between Napa and Sonoma. A dry-farmed selection of California heritage clones and the…

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James Suckling - December 05, 2023 "Cooked apple with hints of caramel and flint as well as stone. A touch of nougat. Medium to full body with a firmness and fine creamy texture. Crunchy fruit at…

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Vinous - July 11, 2024 "A potent wine from Far Mountain. Dry-farmed vines in the Bald Mountain vineyard yield an especially deep, savory Chardonnay typical of sites in Sonoma Valley at elevation. Readers will find…

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Wine Enthusiast - September 30, 2024 "Bright and focused mountain fruit is on display here from a dry farmed vineyard at high elevation. Meyer lemon, white flowers, river rocks and tangerine aromas on the nose give…

E. Guigal Château de Nalys Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

December 05, 2025 - Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape, meaning “holy stones,” is a wine that reflects the soils and history of the region. This second red wine from Château de Nalys offers a different profile, with a focus on freshness and approachability. Crafted from distinct varietals and vineyard plots, it features vibrant red fruits, supple structure, and an overall bright, rich character. Unlike the Grand Vin, its fermentation in stainless steel and foudres highlights its freshness, making it an immediately enjoyable wine with a balance of depth and liveliness.

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Wine Spectator - March 31, 2024 "Alluring, with a svelte mix of cherry coulis, red licorice and mulling spices that are nicely rendered and textured on the palate. Gilded with apple wood smoke and grilled herbs…

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Vinous - April 01, 2023 "Matured for 18 months in a combination of foudre, demi-muids and concrete tanks, the 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Saintes Pierres de Nalys comes in at 15.5% alcohol. It displays fragrant aromas of…

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James Suckling - July 18, 2024 "Ripe and generous with plenty of ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit. The crisp tannins and acidity lift the widescreen palate very neatly. Long, clean finish."

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Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "The most reductive of Guigal’s Southern Rhône offerings, the 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Saintes Pierres opens with aromas of peonies, dark berries, cherries and sweet flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, juicy and supple,…

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