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Marietta Cellars Game Trail Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Yorkville Highlands

July 10, 2025 - The Yorkville Highlands, nestled between the north end of Alexander Valley and the west end of Anderson Valley, offer a high elevation site with coastal influence and large diurnal shifts. The Game Trail Cabernet, sourced from this unique terrain, delivers an intense, fragrant, savory, and fresh style of Cabernet that demands food pairing. The mushroom on the label honors this pristine, wild place, where Chris Bilbro once hunted and searched for Chanterelles. Marietta's estate series showcases the estate's best sites, crafted for freshness, tension, and longevity.

Wine Advocate -October 19, 2023

Vinous -July 03, 2024 "The 2021 Game Trail exudes finesse from the very first taste. Crushed flowers, dark red-toned fruit, cinnamon, leather, menthol and dried rose petal build effortlessly as the 2021 shows off…

Domaine Chanson Mercurey 1er Cru 2022

Mercurey 1er Cru

July 03, 2025 - Domaine Chanson Mercurey Premier Cru is made from grapes sourced from carefully selected Premier Cru plots with East and South-East exposures, providing generosity and typicity true to the appellation. Mercurey, the highest-yielding appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise, produces nearly a quarter of its vineyards as Premier Cru. This wine has a bright ruby color with floral aromas and intense red fruit and pepper notes. It has a deep, tight texture, well-crafted structure, and a long finish with crunchy fruit notes.

Wine Spectator -July 31, 2025 "A rich, smoothly textured red, boasting black cherry, blackberry, violet and oak spice aromas and flavors. Taut, offset by sweet, ripe fruit, this lingers with mineral and spice accents. Shows…

Domaine Chanson Mercurey 1er Cru Clos L’Eveque 2022

Mercurey 1er Cru

July 03, 2025 - Domaine Chanson Mercurey Premier Cru Clos L’Évêque comes from one of the most renowned Premiers Crus in Mercurey, named after the archbishop of Chalon sur Saône. The vineyard, located in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, has clay and marl soils.

Wine Spectator -July 31, 2025 "Though rich and laced with black cherry, blackberry, violet and stony mineral flavors, this red is also fluid and vibrant. Balanced, with a light line of tannins framing the aftertaste."

Wine Enthusiast -November 11, 2025

Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2021

Rioja Reserva DOCa

June 26, 2025 - The calling card of Marqués de Riscal and arguably the single, iconic representation of the Rioja region the world over. This Reserva wine is made exclusively from Tempranillo vines planted at elevation before the 1970s, and grown in the best clay-limestone soils of the Rioja Alavesa. Riscal has, simply, the greatest collection of old vines in the world. This incredible material is then gently handled, and the trademark refined and seductive wine effortlessly gives pleasure on release and for years.

Wine Spectator -July 31, 2025 "Ripe mulberry and boysenberry fruit is accented by wild thyme, warm spices, mineral and mandarin orange peel in this well-balanced red, with light, taut tannins."

Vinous -November 01, 2025 "Sourced from vineyards over 40 years old in Rioja Alavesa, the 2021 Reserva (Tempranillo with other varieties) opens with refined oak, soft caramel and vanilla framing red fruit, cherry and…

Wine Enthusiast -May 01, 2026 "Poised, classic, and linear, this Reserva Tempranillo delivers detail and length in a approachable wine. Spiced blackberry and dark cherry pick up baking spices and a drop of molasses. Tannins…

James Suckling -January 01, 1970 "A combination of licorice, blackberries and cherries on the nose, a floral element emerging as the wine evolves. The medium- to full-bodied palate is incisive with polished, focused tannins and…

Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2023

Bolgheri

June 26, 2025 - Coming primarily from the Ornellaia's younger vineyard sites and made with the same passion and attention to detail as the estate's flagship wine, Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia combines generosity and depth of flavor with an engaging and vibrant personality. Made to be more approachable, yet delivering the quality experience of Ornellaia, Merlot has a dominant role in this wine in contrast to the Cabernet Sauvignon in Ornellaia. 

Wine Spectator -October 31, 2025 "This red is juicy, with finesse to its black currant, black cherry, violet and spice flavors. Firmly structured, offering ample acidity and tannins. Fine length."

Wine Advocate -February 05, 2026 "A blend of 44% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot, the Ornellaia 2023 Bolgheri Rosso Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia shows a nicely concentrated appearance and…

Vinous -June 26, 2025 "The 2023 Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia is a delight. Crushed flowers, ripe red cherry fruit, spice, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco are all nicely laced together. This mid-weight Serre Nuove…

James Suckling -July 23, 2025 "A gentle and elegant wine with aromas of spices, milk chocolate, vanilla, milk, mint, graphite and dark fruit. Silky and velvety on the palate, with ripe tannins, crisp acidity, a…

Casisano Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Tuscany

June 25, 2025 - Casisano Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant, traditional-style wine from a mid-sized estate in the southern hills of Montalcino, nestled between Sant’ Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell’Abate. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, this wine is a true expression of Montalcino’s terroir, shaped by over 100 years of winemaking passion. The nose opens with floral and spicy aromas, leading to ripe cherry and plum flavors. Hints of dried herbs and earthy undertones provide depth, while vibrant acidity and fine tannins ensure a well-rounded, lasting finish.

Wine Spectator -June 30, 2025 "Fresh and focused, exhibiting cherry, blood orange, eucalyptus, iron and spice notes. Firms up quickly, with the dense, fine-grained tannins offering lift, while the juicy acidity drives the spice- and…

James Suckling -December 11, 2024 "Relatively light yet structured wine. Leafy and pistachio tones and fresh, floral aromas, such as roses and violets, with leather and black pepper. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and tight yet…

Domaine Roy & Fils Incline Pinot Noir 2023

Willamette Valley

June 24, 2025 - The Incline Pinot Noir takes a more focused view: sourced entirely from the Quartz Acorn Vineyard in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, it offers the fruitiness and mineral character typical of the Yamhill-Carlton marine sedimentary terroir.

James Suckling -May 13, 2025 "Perfumed aromas of black cherries, blackberry bush, spice, toffee apple and blood oranges. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a juicy, plush mouthfeel. There's lovely purity and focus…

Frescobaldi Castello Nipozzano Montesodi 2022

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG

June 24, 2025 - Montesodi is the ultimate single-vineyard expression of Sangiovese at the Nipozzano estate, created in 1974 from the eponymous vineyard with particularly stony soils. A Terraelectae (single-vineyard) Chianti Rùfina, Montesodi showcases a lively and elegant expression of Sangiovese. Situated at 400 meters above sea level, with schist soils and a south-west exposure, the vineyard benefits from significant temperature shifts, contributing to the wine's complexity and remarkable longevity.

Wine Spectator -October 31, 2025 "A tense, linear version, this red boasts cherry, strawberry, earth and iron flavors. Firms up nicely on the finish, where the aftertaste of fruit and mineral extends."

Vinous -July 01, 2025 "The 2022 Chianti Rufina Riserva Vigna Montesodi offers an attractive mix of dark-toned fruit, mocha, new leather, cedar, incense, and espresso. This broad, layered Chianti Rufina Riserva is notable for…

Wine Enthusiast -June 01, 2026 "The single-vineyard Montesodi shows itself with style and complexity. Bing cherry, fennel, and mushroom brodo expresses itself from the glass. Strong texture and jolts of acidity keep the wine in…

James Suckling -July 15, 2025 "Complex and layered, with aromas of sour cherries, pomegranates, dried lavender and an earthy edge. The medium-bodied palate is textured and bright, with fine-grained tannins, cool fruit and a long,…

Frog’s Leap Winery Flycatcher 2023

California

August 05, 2025 - Flycatcher is Frog's Leap's California-wide red blend, celebrating diverse vineyards beyond Napa Valley. Sourced from like-minded growers across multiple appellations, it reflects the winery's core philosophy of balance, restraint and natural vineyard expression. Fresh, structured and food-friendly, Flycatcher evolves with each vintage while maintaining authenticity and drinkability.

Vinous -November 01, 2025 The 2023 Flycatcher is a blend of 36% Zinfandel, 15% Cinsault, 13% Petite Sirah, 13% Carignane, 10% Tempranillo, 9% Merlot and 4% Syrah. Crushed red berry fruit, blood orange, cinnamon…

Ponzi Vineyards Tavola Pinot Noir 2023

Willamette Valley

June 10, 2025 - Ponzi's Tavola Pinot Noir is a perfect introduction to Oregon wine, sourced from lower elevation sites and younger vines to highlight a fruit-forward character with soft, approachable tannins. Generous and bright, it delivers the classic hallmarks of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir with ripe fruit, exotic spice, and lifted floral notes at an exceptional value.

Wine Spectator -September 29, 2025 "A spry red with vibrant cherry and guava flavors that take on accents of cinnamon and forest floor as it persists towards refined tannins."

Wine Advocate -November 07, 2025 "The 2023 Pinot Noir Tavola comes from estate vineyards (65%) and purchased fruit. Matured for eight months in 25% new French oak, it has inviting scents of black cherries, blackberries,…

Wine Enthusiast -May 01, 2026 "A pronounced blackcap raspberry aroma is soon joined by wisps of wet slate and salty black olives. Tavola is a lighter-bodied wine with and elegant mouthfeel, elevated acidity and silky…

James Suckling -March 11, 2025 "A valley-wide blend of grapes that gives a vibrant, fresh and bright sense of red fruit, balanced by raspberries, black cherries and a rich texture on the palate. Light tannins,…

Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Riserva 2022

Abruzzo

June 10, 2025 - The Trebbiano Riserva Marina Cvetic represents the ultimate expression of one of Abruzzo’s historic vines. Like Montepulciano, Trebbiano was once considered a workhorse grape without real potential. This wine changed that view completely, offering an original, full-bodied, and elegant interpretation with its own character. Marina Cvetic wines are known as a “lone voice” for the most demanding and technical experts. Explosive, concentrated golden fruit leads to a rich, floral, and spicy palate. This wine represents a true revolution for Trebbiano and Italian whites.

Wine Spectator -May 31, 2025 "A supple white, lightly honeyed and silky on the palate, with refreshing, lemon pith–infused acidity. Offers flavors of Anjou pear, crushed almond, chamomile and beeswax, with a subtle tang of…

Vinous -September 30, 2024 "The 2022 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Riserva mixes a pretty whiff of sweet oak spice, vanilla bean, hints of sawdust and ripe yellow apples. It's seamless and silky in feel, with fresh…

Wine Enthusiast -July 19, 2024 "The nose is fresh and citric, with aromas of the sea, lemons, limes, white flowers and fresh pineapple. The palate plumps up that pineapple note, but a continued current of…

Wine Spectator -June 10, 2025 "Fermented and aged in French oak with bâttonage. Powerful scents of hay, lemon peel and a hint of bergamot. Taut acidity, chalky texture on the palate and a long finish…

Attems Pinot Grigio 2024

Friuli DOC

June 09, 2025 - Attems Pinot Grigio epitomizes the spirit of Collio DOC, reflecting the unique terroir of Italy’s Friuli region. Low-yield, hand-harvested vines, planted in marl and sandstone soils cooled by the Bora winds, produce a wine that is energetic, terroir-driven, and elegant. Gentle pressing and low-temperature fermentation preserve vibrancy, while four months of lees aging add texture. Aromas of white melon, cedar, and almond lead to a savory palate of toasted bread, white pepper, and green apple, carried by bright acidity and a crisp, clean finish.

Vinous -October 01, 2025 "The 2024 Pinot Grigio is delicate in the glass, with nuances of chamomile and spice forming its bouquet. It splashes across the palate with ease, ripe yet refined, with soft…

Domaine d’Aussières A d’Aussières Rosé 2024

AOC Languedoc

May 28, 2025 - A d’Aussières Rosé is a vibrant, full-bodied expression of Grenache and Syrah, grown in the estate’s cool microclimate. The top 50% of stony and sandy plots contribute to its complexity, with notes of blood orange, raspberry, and a touch of grapefruit. Pressed immediately upon arrival at the winery and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the wine is matured on the lees for several weeks to enhance its richness.

Vinous -May 21, 2025 "The 2024 Rosé A d'Aussières is laden with nuances of fresh strawberry, yogurt, tarragon and crushed rocks. Fresh and energetic yet notably calibrated and refined, the 2024 finishes with good…

Marqués de Riscal Baron de Chirel Rioja 2020

Rioja DOCa

May 19, 2025 - Born in 1986 from the Marqués de Riscal’s close relationship to some of the top winemakers in Bordeaux, the Barón de Chirel in many ways kicked off a new era of Rioja. Chosen from very old (80-110 years), low-yielding parcels of high-altitude Tempranillo and Cabernet vines around Elciego, these grapes undergo a meticulous process of selection before a special vinification process. The care that goes into this wine has cemented its prestige among discerning customers.

Wine Spectator -December 22, 2025 "Anise, sage and eucalyptus notes lace a core of ripe black cherry and black plum fruit, black olive and mocha in this well-knit, medium-bodied red. Shows good length and balance,…

Vinous -April 06, 2026 "Cabernet takes the lead in the 2020 Barón de Chirel (60% Tempranillo, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, Rioja Alavesa). On the nose, dark fruit, ash, licorice and oak define the wine. Compact…

Wine Enthusiast -May 01, 2026 "Commanding intensity and palate coating tannins lead the charge with this full bodied Tempranillo from Rioja. Aromatics of crushed fennel seed, wet tobacco and cocoa linger through flavors of dark…

Decanter -March 06, 2025 "A warm, dark wine with muscular, broad-shouldered tannins but delicious intensity to the dark fruit. Liquorice root and dark chocolate front the aromatic profile, followed by tobacco, fig leaf and…

Dog Point Vineyard Chardonnay 2021

Marlborough

May 07, 2025 - Dog Point Chardonnay is one of New Zealand’s most expressive and distinctive white wines. Sourced from low-yielding, hand-tended vines in the Wairau Valley and crafted with minimal intervention, it reflects the site’s character with clarity and intensity. A reductive, flinty edge meets layered fruit and leesy complexity, creating a taut, mineral-driven wine with serious structure and precision. As with all Dog Point wines, it’s a national benchmark—an unfiltered, uncompromising Chardonnay with Burgundian depth and unmistakable Marlborough identity.

Wine Advocate -December 20, 2024 "The 2021 Chardonnay leads with preserved lemon on the nose along with freshly picked curry leaf, white peach and spring blossoms. In the mouth, the wine is elegant and layered,…

Wine Enthusiast -January 25, 2024 "Subtle struck match and grilled nut aromas perch just above the lemon and toast aromas without overpowering them; a salty, seashell vibe is present, too. There's vibrant, citrusy acidity on…

Champagne Bollinger B16

Champagne

August 27, 2025 - Bollinger presents B16, a unique and original creation shaped by nature’s challenges, an illustration of the Maison’s expert know-how when crafting a great vintage Champagne. Born from an atypical year of contrasting weather conditions, 2016 – a daring creation composed of more than 70% Pinot Noir – explores the unique aroma profiles to be found in the terroirs of the Montagne de Reims.

Wine Spectator -February 04, 2026 "A rich range of black cherry coulis, grilled macadamia nut, poached peach, and crystallized honey and ginger is seamlessly knit with racy acidity and a chalky underpinning in this statuesque…

Wine Advocate -March 19, 2026 "From a relatively cool, mildew-pressured year that did not deliver sufficient fruit for Aÿ to serve as the principal component—and thus precluded the making of La Grande Année—Bollinger instead opted…

Vinous -November 26, 2025 "The 2016 B16 is a small bottling from Bollinger that takes the place of the Grand Année, as conditions did not allow Bollinger to bottle their flagship cuvée in the…

Wine Enthusiast -March 31, 2026

Dog Point Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Marlborough

May 05, 2025 - Dog Point’s Sauvignon Blanc takes a category of wine and completely transcends it, with an intensity, depth and energy that so obviously sets it apart from the first encounter. When they decided to make a pure stainless steel Sauvignon Blanc, Dog Point pushed to the ultimate every process to produce top quality, distinctive wine. They hand-pick fruit at low yields, green harvest at times, and ferment partially with indigenous yeasts. This wine helped make Dog Point a key advocate of premium wine production in New Zealand, and for New Zealand across the world.

Wine Spectator -July 03, 2025 "Stunning, complex and distinctive, with notes of flint and smoky litsea oil giving way to plump and juicy mango, peach and lemon curd flavors. Dried pineapple, lemon oil and fresh…

Wine Advocate -December 20, 2024 "The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc leads with a distinct nose of freshly picked curry leaf, crushed sea shells, lemon zest, asphalt, mustard seed, dried coriander/coriander seed and white flesh orchard fruit.…

Vinous -March 12, 2025 "The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc is far from the wham-bam mass-produced Marlborough style. This is relatively restrained and textural, with far lower yields, hand-harvesting and whole bunch-pressing before most of the…

James Suckling -January 01, 2025 "This is excellent, as always, showing flint, sliced lemons and fresh green melon. Some Thai basil too. Medium body, crisp acidity and lots of fruit at the end but with…

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