100 Points

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CIRQ Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2021

This is an awe-inspiring example of Pinot Perfection that simply must be tasted to believed. Three-dimensional aromas of ripe cherry, bright red berries, and spices. Layers of bright red fruit on the palate and a towering structure that puts this into a category of its own when compared to its peers. So much charisma in... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

La Pelle Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2022

A razor-sharp expression of Sauvignon Blanc, this vibrant white crackles with electric tension from the first sip. Pure and unadorned, it races across the palate with piercing notes of lime, tart apple, and grapefruit zest, underpinned by a steely mineral backbone and a whisper of chalk. Hints of musky melon, floral mint, and crushed herbs... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

La Manufacture Chablis 1er Vaillons VV 2021

Citrus and stone fruit aromas on the nose with hints of flintiness. The texture is pleasantly creamy with classic Chablis minerality, green apple and honey all in abundance. The flavors here are satisfyingly deep and the structure keeps the wine energetic and present. Read Full Review →
96 Points

La Sirena Art Bus 2014

This is frankly a stunning, vibrantly bold, robust and intense red, big and burly with plum, black olive, blackberry, licorice aromas and flavors all over. Floral notes take on the meaty, gamy overtones, amidst juicy strawberries dipped in dark chocolate, graphite, clove, sweet tobacco and Turkish coffee. The tannins show silky and supportive while the... Read Full Review →
96 Points

La Sirena Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2022

A beautifully expressive bouquet of pear and white flowers opens this pristine wine. The silky, rich texture carries subtle layers of tropical pineapple, stone fruits, and a delicate touch of crème brûlée. A lift of bright lemon zest defines the long, clean finish. Enjoy now through the end of the decade. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Lail Cabernet Sauvignon Blueprint 2022

An instant charmer, the 2022 Blueprint bursts from the glass with deep blueberry and mocha aromas, accented by hints of walnut and toasted coconut. Silky tannins wrap around a dense, concentrated core of blue and black berries, delivering mouth-coating richness without losing balance. There’s a subtle whisper of smoked meat on the finish that adds... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Lail Cabernet Sauvignon Blueprint 2023

Rich, silky, and immediately appealing, the 2023 Blueprint Cabernet delivers a generous core of blackberry and blueberry fruit layered with baking chocolate, caramel, and a touch of anise. The texture is plush and crowd-pleasing, with a supple, enveloping mid-palate that leans into its ripe, hedonistic style. Approachable now and highly satisfying. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Le Petit Vice Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2016

Dense, rich, velvety and powerful, with intense, pure Cabernet fruit, offering layers of unctuous blue fruits, bold tannins, currant, olive, sage and wild berries. Plum, black cherry, blackberry jam, cocoa powder, spice, leather and graphite follow, all exquisitely balanced with excellent structure, depth and length. Ripe and flashy with elegance in its plush texture, delicious... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Les Heritiers du Comte Lafon Vire-Clesse 2018

This forward and pleasing Chardonnay offers a wonderful combination of ripe fruit and Burgundian terroir. Overt notes of pear, tropical fruit and orange citrus carry over to a generous and seductive palate. Waves of lemon curd, orange pith, and classic minerality culminate in a long, lip-smacking finish. Enjoy over the next 2-3 years. Read Full Review →