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Tommasi De Buris Amarone Riserva 2013

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

August 27, 2026 - De Buris is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most personal expression of the Valpolicella Classica. An Amarone Riserva sourced from the La Groletta cru, it is led by Giancarlo Tommasi and built on the full weight of the family's winemaking knowledge. Unhurried in every step, from selection and drying through extended aging, De Buris is a wine that honors the tradition of the territory while reflecting the ambitions of a new generation.

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Vinous - September 01, 2025 "More savory than sweet, the 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella de Buris captivates with an array of dusty sage, rosemary, spiced orange peels and dried cherries lifted by hints of camphor.…

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James Suckling - July 07, 2025 "An earthy and spicy wine with coffee powder, curry and plum aromas. Full-bodied, it shows velvety tannins, a dense palate, refreshing acidity and a polished aftertaste."

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Wine Spectator - August 31, 2026 "Warmed black raspberry and dehydrated cherry fruit flavors are laced with espresso, cured tobacco, vanilla and singed brown sugar notes in this layered red. Rich but balanced and ultimately subtle…

Tommasi De Buris Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2019

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

August 27, 2026 - De Buris Valpolicella Superiore is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most direct expression of La Groletta, one of the Valpolicella Classica's most storied crus. Where De Buris Amarone Riserva draws on the full depth of time and process, the Valpolicella Superiore captures the vineyard in its purest, most immediate form: attentive winemaking, respectful of the land, and focused entirely on what this particular terroir can offer.

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Vinous - September 01, 2025 "The 2019 Valpolicella Classico Superiore de Buris is hauntingly dark. It wafts up with a blend of sweet herbs and spices complementing dried black cherries and hints of cedar that…

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James Suckling - September 26, 2024 "An intriguing nose of subtle salted caramel, sweet cherries, cloves and chamomile. The palate is full-bodied and layered, with some cedar and cinnamon notes in the finish. Enveloping and cozy.…

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Wine Spectator - August 31, 2026 "A firm, savory red, with macerated and dried cherry fruit laced with notes of tar and fresh earth, iron, cured tobacco and leather. Chewy tannins give this some weight, but…

Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Pinot Noir 2023

Laurelwood District

August 25, 2026 - As Wine Spectator once wrote, “All Oregon Pinot Noirs are measured against the Ponzi yardstick.” For over 50 years, the Ponzi family has farmed 140 acres of certified sustainable vineyards on Laurelwood soils. This wine is the result of a decade's long effort by sisters Maria and Luisa and neighboring growers to establish the Laurelwood District, Oregon’s first soil-based AVA. The area’s volcanic basalts, layered with windblown loess, shape the vines' evolution. Bright red fruit gives way to dark berry and brambly spice as the vines mature.

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James Suckling - March 11, 2025 "Deep, dark fruit and moody, spicy, savory accents on a bold, fine-grained tannic texture backed by great acidity. It is structured, concentrated, layered and intense. It becomes broader and richer…

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Wine Advocate - November 06, 2025 "Matured for 10 months in 30% new French oak, the 2023 Pinot Noir Laurelwood District has nuanced aromas of red and black cherries, licorice, saline, holiday spice and earth. The…

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Wine Spectator - October 13, 2025 "Vibrant and fresh, with lively flavors of pomegranate and cherry accented with green tea tones that speed toward snappy tannins."

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Vinous - July 01, 2026 "The 2023 Pinot Noir Laurelwood wafts up with mint-laced raspberries and violet pastille. It is racy and fresh, with lively wild berry fruit and autumnal spices that swirl throughout. It…

E. Guigal Hermitage Blanc 2020

Hermitage

August 24, 2026 - 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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Jeb Dunnuck - March 28, 2024

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James Suckling - May 02, 2024

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Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "Matured in one-year barrels, the 2020 Hermitage Blanc wafts from the glass with aromas of almonds, spices, ripe orchard fruits and attractive oaky nuances. Medium- to full-bodied, round and sappy,…

E. Guigal Saint-Joseph Lieu-Dit Blanc 2023

Saint-Joseph

August 24, 2026 - E. Guigal Saint-Joseph Lieu Dit Blanc comes from the renowned “Saint-Joseph” vineyard, the source that inspired the Guigals to focus on restoring the appellation’s prestigious reputation. Made in minuscule quantities, the Lieu Dit Blanc is one of the most original and distinctive whites in the Rhone.

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Jeb Dunnuck - May 09, 2025 "Beautiful aromatics of orange blossom, spice, and crushed stone emerge from the 2023 Saint Joseph Lieu-Dit Saint Joseph Blanc, a concentrated yet vibrant white made from 95% Marsanne and 5%…

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Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "More mineral and complex than the generic Saint-Joseph bottling, the 2023 Saint-Joseph Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph Blanc offers up aromas of Anjou pear, confit citrus, toasted nuts and spices. Medium- to full-bodied,…

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