98 Points
Louis Jadot 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet

Domaine Duc de Magenta Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot 1er Clos de la Chapelle 2018

Another masterpiece from the universally acclaimed 2018 vintage that dazzles from the first sip. Captivating notes of honeysuckle and gardenia combine for an enticing bouquet. The silky texture leads to a refreshing array of flavors including peaches, poached apples, plus hints of fresh, buttery croissant and creamy oak on the superb finish. This elegant white...
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98 Points
Domaine Albert Joly 2020 Burgundy

Domaine Albert Joly Puligny Montrachet Les Charmes 2020

This brand new import is a truly sensational example of silky smooth Puligny Montrachet at an astonishing price from a universally celebrated vintage such as 2020. This nectar displays a golden combination of crisp and elegant minerality with exhilarating fruit flavors including Meyer lemon, nectarines, fresh coconut, grilled pineapple and even hints of freshly baked...
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98 Points
Goldeneye 2019 Anderson Valley

Goldeneye Pinot Noir Ten Degrees 2019

Soaring out of the glass with perfumed, fresh fruit aromatics, this showstopper captures the depth and complexity found exclusively in the most luxurious Pinots in America (a short list!). The palate features an array of intense dark fruit flavors including cranberry, chocolate-covered cherry, toasty oak, and truffle. The deftly balanced finish offers hints of smoky...
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97 Points
Argot 2019 Sonoma Mountain

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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97 Points
Nicolas-Jay 2019 Oregon

Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir L’Ensemble 2019

This outrageously delicious & silky smooth new release is a bottling of the winery’s ‘best of the best’ {as described by the world-famous wine team} selections that showcases an array of bright fruit flavors and complexity including cherry cola, pomegranate, cranberry, subtle spice and notes of herbal tea. Burgundian in profile with red plum and...
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96 Points
The Hilt 2018 Santa Barbara County

The Hilt Chardonnay Estate 2018

This delightfully delicious Chardonnay is both elegant and refreshing in style. Supremely balanced with hints of bright fruit flavors (melons, citrus, plus honey crisp apples) and minerality that delivers an overall elegance rarely found outside France. This wine truly has something to offer Chardonnay lovers of every stripe and we highly recommend.” – August 2022
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97+ Points
Paul Lato 2020 Central Coast

Paul Lato Pinot Noir Suerte 2020

The Suerte Vineyard Pinot Noir is succulent, bright, and finessed, with notes of fresh strawberry, boysenberry, red cherries, and sweet baking spice, translating to a palate that is a perfect balance of sweet ripe fruits, savory herbs, oolong tea and silky tannins that establish a firm backbone. Delicious now with a wide array of menus...
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98 Points
Louis Jadot 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet

Domaine Duc de Magenta Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot 1er Clos de la Chapelle 2020

One of the first 2020 1er Cru Burgundy we’ve judged from bottle, this awe-inspiring nectar is every bit as spectacular as our barrel tastings last Fall. An alluring bouquet of fresh pears, honeysuckle and gardenia introduce a satiny texture and exhilarating flavors of lemon oil, poached apples, plus hints of buttery croissant and deliciously toasted...
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98 Points
Nid Tisse 2019 Russian River

Nid Tisse Chardonnay Bacigalupi 2019

The Nid Tisse Bacigalupi Vineyard 2019 is also superb with an even more impressive finish that is simultaneously refreshing and supremely delicious with silky white peach, lemon crème Brule, and freshly baked croissant flavors. Savor this gem with an array of seafood menus or creamy French cheeses for a memorable happy hour. Best now through...
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