548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir L’Ensemble 2022
96 Points

Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir L’Ensemble 2022

Seriously FUN to drink, 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. This knock-out winner showcases an array of bright fruit flavors and complexity including cherry cola, pomegranate, cranberry, subtle spice and notes of herbal tea. Finishing... Read Full Review →
Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir L’Ensemble 2023
96 Points

Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir L’Ensemble 2023

A vividly expressive Pinot Noir, the 2023 L’Ensemble opens with violet, rose, and hibiscus tea before unfolding into dark red fruits, deep plum, and a hint of prune for added depth. Captivating brightness and presence give the wine its drive, while notes of cinnamon, black licorice, and botanical nuances add complexity. This is a beautifully... Read Full Review →
Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir Willamette 2016
96 Points

Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir Willamette 2016

A big rush of juicy cranberry, strawberry preserve, raspberry leaf, lingonberry and hints of dried sage. Silky mouthfeel with an umami component within a caramel, brown sugar sweetness in the middle that lends a distinctly Burgundian feel towards the long, fruit-forward, cherry-rich finish. A true representation of the best of Willamette Valley.s, and the wine... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Noemi Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021

This still undiscovered jewel is at it again, offering a flamboyant, ultra-rich and opulent thrill ride that reminds us of prized Cabernets trading for much higher prices. Think espresso, caramel covered walnut brownies, and sweet coconut, with a hedonistic velvety texture. Full-throttle flavors include crème de cassis, and vanilla oak plus savory notes of balsamic... Read Full Review →
Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2017
96+ Points

Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2017

This is a vibrant wine, full of red cherry, pomegranate, and boysenberry, balanced with sweet baking spice and savory herbs. Insanely drinkable, the palate is long and luscious, where dark fruit mingles seamlessly with notes of earth, white pepper, and discreet tannins. Perfect to drink now or over the next 5 years. Read Full Review →
Paloma Merlot 2013
96+ Points

Paloma Merlot 2013

ULTRA rich and rounded, cashmere-like texture. Extraordinarily delicious. One of our editor’s immediately declared ‘I gotta’ get this for my Cellar’! Dark rich plums, figs, dates, and Cuban cigar plus hints of espresso on the savory finish. Enjoy now through 2026. Read Full Review →
Paloma Merlot 2017
96 Points

Paloma Merlot 2017

Spicy nose of black cherry and pepper. Juicy, soft and concentrated on the palate. A particularly flashy and full-bodied vintage of this wine. Flavors of black cherry, dark berries, espresso and backing spices. dusty, elegant finish with plenty of length. Best now through 2026. Read Full Review →
Paloma Merlot 2021
96+ Points

Paloma Merlot 2021

Velvety and supple, it glides effortlessly across the palate with a core of black cherry and cassis. Layers of baking spice, vanilla, and a touch of caramel and cocoa emerge at the mid-palate, balanced by subtle oak and a hint of tobacco. Bright and smooth, the wine shows good energy while maintaining depth and refinement.... Read Full Review →
Paradigm Cabernet Franc Oakville Estate 2017
96+ Points

Paradigm Cabernet Franc Oakville Estate 2017

This sensational new release flaunts the tremendous potential of Napa’s best vineyards combined with an artist at the top of her game! Launching forth with a luxurious texture, jammy fruit, and velvet tannins deftly balanced by well-integrated hints of new oak. On the palate, satisfyingly layers of blueberry pie, chocolate cherries, espresso and hints of... Read Full Review →
Patria Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch 2021
96+ Points

Patria Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch 2021

Bottomline: this is 100% delicious and an awe-inspiring, undiscovered value. This magnificent wine features an array of bold, dark fruit flavors across a rich and velvety texture. After a few minutes in the glass, seriously tasty, dark fruit flavors including jammy hints of blueberry compote (not sweet) lead into plush tannins and hints of mocha... Read Full Review →