44 Wine Reviews Found

  • Food Pairing: Coq Au Vin
96 Points

Joseph Phelps “Freestone” Pinot Noir 2021

This majestic new Pinot is brimming with ripe raspberry, cherry, blood orange and fresh herbs, leading to a silky textured palate, with layers of currant, black tea, sweet baking spices and vanilla that crescendo with a creamy finish. Reminiscent of favorite Kistler or Kosta Browne, this gorgeous discovery is perfectly enjoyable now (decanting recommended prior...

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96 Points

Kosta Browne Beaune 1er Cru 2020

This deeply satisfying new release showcases the superb quality of dark red fruit from this 2020 vintage in Burgundy. This inaugural release is a blend of two Premier Cru vineyards (Les Bressandes and Les Teurons) outside the town of Beaune. The velvety texture delivers thrills from start to the creamy rich finish. Aromas of Violets...

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96 Points

Kosta Browne Gevrey-Chambertin 2020

Sexy herbs, spices, flowers and a superb purity of playful dark fruits on the nose. Deliciously round and full-bodied with silky tannins, all in sensational balance with bright pomegranate and raspberry liqueur intermingling on the robust finish. Enjoyment now through 2031. This inaugural release is a blend of top vineyard source. 96+” – March 2023

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95 Points

Drew Pinot Noir Estate Faîte De Mer Farm 2020

This wine has everything you want in a cool climate Pinot: crisp acidity, beautiful florals, and tangy fruit; however, there’s another layer packed with juicy pomegranate, fresh cranberry, and cherry cola that takes it to the next level. These coastal grapes sit above the fog line, meaning they get to soak up the warm CA...

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97 Points

Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Belle Soeurs Cuvee 2019

“This delightfully bright Pinot launches forth with lavish aromas and notes of ripe blue fruit, black raspberries, baking spices, roses and a dusting of cocoa powder. An interplay of vibrancy and fine tannins lend focus to a luxuriously silky palate, with pomegranate and graham cracker nuances building texture and length onto a finish with black...

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96 Points

Cattleya Pinot Noir Cuvee #1 2021

Seductive nose of dark fruit, potpourri and spices. Very juicy and expressive on the palate with 3D cherry, strawberry and sarsaparilla flavors. Gorgeous round texture with a satisfying weight. Long, bright finish. Beautiful. Enjoy now through 2026. – September 2022

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96 Points

The Hilt Pinot Noir Estate Sta. Rita Hills 2019

This elegant Estate Pinot Noir is a gorgeous value that will impress on any day of the week. The bouquet pulls you in with juicy red cherry, cranberry, raspberry, ripe strawberry, and savory herbs. The palate is silky smooth with a mouthwatering finish. – August 2022

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98 Points

Remoissenet Chassagne Montrachet La Maltroie 2019

Another inspiring white wine from Burgundy’s celebrated 2019 vintage, this supremely delcious new arrival dazzled us with a galaxy of elegant fresh fruit flavors. The bouquet launched forth with audacious notes of honeysuckle and fresh gingerbread. The velvety rich texture leads to mesmerizing flavors including grilled pineapple, pears, poached apples, lemon crème Brule, and even...

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99 Points

Domaine Della Pinot Noir 4 Amours 2018

This 2018 edition of Della’s best-barrel reserve Pinot is an exceptional experience that sumptuous Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The flashy bouquet displays with intense notes of Morello cherries, rhubarb, raspberry pie, and Christmas spices. A tour de force, this exquisite Pinot Noir flaunts silky smooth waves of monumentally delicious dark berries, black plum,...

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98 Points

Domaine Gerard Raphet Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2019

The Raphet Clos Vougeot 2019 is another triumph for this humble vigneron! Consistent with the top tier 2019 vintage reds, this majestic new import will provide flashy thrills tonight (after decanting) and mature into sublime pleasure over the next decade. This bold red features a luxuriously smooth texture plus a captivating array of succulent red...

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