16 Wine Reviews Found

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98 Points

Domaine Rene Lequin-Colin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Vergers 2020

The Vergers 1er Cru 2020 impresses from the start with flashy aromas of gardenia and fresh pineapple. Sensational notes of fresh fruit (honey crisp apple, lemon zest) combine with creamy oak for a virtually irresistible bargain compared to pricier Burgundy neighbors in Chassagne. The spicy finish bodes well for aging if you are patient. This...

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97 Points

Argot Chardonnay Le Rayon Vert 2019

Inspired by the wines of Meursault, this Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay exhibits notes of pear, melon, and tropical fruit with layers of toasty creamy oak. It’s extremely approachable and has delicious flavors of freshly baked banana bread, butterscotch pudding, caramel, and white chocolate. Don’t be fooled by the delicious laundry list of desserts we just named;...

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99 Points

Domaine Albert Grivault Meursault 1er Clos des Perrieres 2019

The 2019 Meursault Clos de Perrieres is an awe-inspiring triumph highlighting the uniquely majestic characteristics of this vintage: freshness, vibrancy and opulence all dancing in harmony. Notes of Golden Delicious apple and white peach lead to a palate that is dazzling in its complexity, boasting majestic layers of tightly wound fruit with hints of nectarine...

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Domaine Vacheron Sancerre ‘Le Pave’ 2020

Vacheron Le Pave is a captivating white wine, guaranteed to delight serious connoisseurs of the world’s rarest wine such as Raveneau and Coche Dury. The oh-so-exotic & refreshing thrill ride commences with honeysuckle, lemon zest, golden delicious apples, Key lime tart, and sea breeze that float on the palate. The exhilarating texture and superb balance...

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Eisele Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2020

This is yet another intensely delicious, refreshing, and particularly satisfying vintage of this personal favorite. The core features the same ultra-rich texture and exotic fruit flavors I adore such as key lime tart, caramelized grapefruit slices, and honey crisp apples plus hits of ginger on the finish. Compared to recent vintages, this edition is particularly...

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Raoul Gautherin Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir Reserve 2018

This ‘unicorn’ bottling is from the single best barrel of the winery’s celebrated Vaudesir vineyard Chablis. These vines are almost 50 years old and this majestic white aged for three years prior to release. The texture is ultra-silky and sexy with an oh-so-pure profile and supremely refreshing fruit that reminds us of favorite Raveneau Chablis...

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Kenzo Sauvignon Blanc Napa Asatsuyu 2019

This dazzling Sauvignon Blanc is both sumptuous and refreshing whether you’re enjoying at happy hour or with a wide variety of cuisine. Notes of key lime pie, honeysuckle, ginger and passionfruit captivate the nose, leading to a bright palate of apple, kiwi, tangerine and gorgeous, integrated vanilla oak. With a long and vibrant finish, this...

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96 Points

Amuse Bouche Rosé Prêt à Boire 2020

This new discovery is pale salmon pink in color, it offers enticing aromas of fresh cut red roses, cherry tart and fresh strawberries, with hints of baking spices. The palate delivers refreshing notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp cherry, and refreshing brightness; just exactly what we’re looking for in a traditional style Rosé . This...

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Bacigalupi Chardonnay RRV Estate 2018

This spectacular new white wine is richly textured and nuanced, bringing forth glorious layers of refreshing tropical fruit, toffee, and hints of hot croissant all deftly balanced with luxurious notes of creamy oak on the finish. This obsession-inducing new vintage lingers gracefully on the palate, enticing us to beg for another glass…or two!

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