Domaine Chanson Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022
Bourgogne
April 27, 2026 - A great introduction to Domaine Chanson, this Bourgogne Chardonnay comes from vineyards in Auxerrois, Côte Chalonnaise, and Mâconnais, with limestone and clay soils. It spends 14 months aging, allowing it to develop its full expression. Pale gold in color, it offers intense aromas of citrus fruit, green almond, and an underlying minerality. On the palate, it is well-balanced, with pure fruit flavors and a racy acidity. The structure is clean and dynamic, and the finish is refreshingly crisp. Perfect with charcuterie, pâté, and goat cheese.
Wine Enthusiast - November 01, 2025 "Ripe and round aromas of red apple, white tea, and wet river rock lead the nose of this wine. The palate is textured and balanced, with racy acidity cutting through…
Sandrone Dolcetto d’Alba 2024
Dolcetto d'Alba
April 27, 2026 - Sandrone’s Dolcetto d’Alba is a complex example of the variety. Dolcetto thrives in the limestone-rich hillsides, where the mesoclimates impart both structure and vibrant fruit. True to Sandrone’s philosophy, the Dolcetto sees no time in wood, preserving its vivid aromatics and purity of fruit.
James Suckling - March 23, 2026 "Intense and reductive style with tense plums and black cherries Very vinous and lightly spicy. Super-juicy on the palate with medium body, moderate to refreshing acidity and well poised tannins."
Jeb Dunnuck - May 01, 2025 "A preview of the next release, the 2024 Dolcetto D'Alba is a youthful magenta color and has a fresh, lifted nose offering bright aromatics of fresh violets, blackberries, and red-fruited…
Marqués de Riscal XR Rioja Reserva 2021
Rioja Reserva DOCa
April 16, 2026 - A tribute to the long line of winemakers that presided over the cellars of Marqués de Riscal who, in Bordelaise tradition, would mark special barrels with “X R” for “Extra Reserva.” The first vintage released in 2015; a blend of Tempranillo with Graciano aged in American oak for over two years.
James Suckling - July 17, 2025 "Dark mushrooms, spices and leather with cedar and black plums. Ripe yet juicy with plenty of blackberries and a twist of citrus and vanilla. Medium- to full-bodied with dusty tannins…
Wine Enthusiast - May 01, 2026 "Classic and focused with dark, layered flavors, this XR Reserva captures a deeper tone of Tempranillo with a body of black fruits, wet tobacco, spiced cocoa, and a drop of…
Jeb Dunnuck - November 16, 2025 "An ode to blending, the 2021 XR by Marques de Riscal Reserva is Tempranillo and Graciano made in a fruity, modern style, with sweet tannins and 25 months of American…
Wine Spectator - November 03, 2025 "A structured version, with sculpted tannins wrapped in a fleshy range of coulised black cherry and black raspberry fruit, plus accents of candied violet, fennel seed, milled pepper and cured…
Frescobaldi Tenuta CastelGiocondo CastelGiocondo Brunello 2021
Brunello DI Montacino DOCG
April 09, 2026 - CastelGiocondo is a unique place in Montalcino, where the diverse exposures and soils (galestro, clay and Pliocene sand) create a beautifully layered Brunello. With complex notes that evolve over time, there is always something new savor.
James Suckling - December 13, 2025 "Very attractive aromas of red cherries, mushrooms and flowers follow through to a medium body with firm and integrated tannins and a vivid, subtle, fruity finish. A lovely young Brunello…
Wine Spectator - March 30, 2026 "Black cherry and black currant flavors are the main themes in this intense red, with iron and wild herbs adding complexity. Balanced and vibrant, with resonant tannins guarding the long…
Jeb Dunnuck - February 18, 2026 "Pouring a youthful ruby hue, the 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino Castelgiocondo is attractive and packed with youthful citrus on opening, with orange oil, cranberry, dusty earth, dried roses, and bright…
Sandrone ALESTE Barolo 2020
Barolo
April 01, 2026 - A combination of the names of Luciano Sandrone's grandchildren ALEssia and STEfano, ALESTE is the new name for Luciano's first wine, the Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which garnered early acclaim with the international trade and press. This single-vineyard wine is typically dense and concentrated, but shows incredible harmony and balance.
Wine Advocate - April 04, 2024 "The Luciano Sandrone 2020 Barolo Aleste (with 10,000 bottles released) is layered with sweet earth and drunken cherry. It shows seamless integration and a crescendo of intensity that starts with…
Wine Spectator - July 16, 2024 "This red shows breadth to its cherry, plum, tar, eucalyptus and sweet spice flavors, with an accent of licorice. Walks a tightrope between power and elegance, with a well-integrated structure,…
Jeb Dunnuck - May 13, 2024 "A deeper brick color, the 2020 Barolo Aleste is also darker and more introspective on the nose, with notes of fresh leather, baked cherries, dark stones, and umami richness in…
