103 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Russian River
97 Points

Shared Notes Les Lecons des Maitres RRV 2024

A majestic, citrus-driven nose leads into a palate that’s bright, vibrant, and flinty, with layers of lemon, lime, passionfruit, and a streak of refreshing minerality. Juicy, mouthwatering, and precise, this dazzling Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most exciting releases yet under this label. Read Full Review
97 Points

Shared Notes Les Pierres qui Decident RRV 2018

Lip-smacking tangy notes of lemon, Key lime, white grapefruit, green apple, pear, and guava, enhanced by whiffs of hay and mineral take you right to the best of Loire. Contrary to the initial ethereal juiciness, the creamy mouthfeel leads to a sneaky, long, complex finish. 100% Sauvignon Blanc, the proper name of this bottling, Les... Read Full Review
97+ Points

Shibumi Knoll Chardonnay Buena Tierra 2019

A beautifully hedonistic yet finely balanced Chardonnay that opens with waves of butterscotch, citrus oil, and warm caramel. The palate is round, plush, and deeply satisfying, layered with baked apple, cinnamon, and evocative baking spices that unfurl as the wine warms in the glass. Despite its richness, a clean thread of acidity keeps everything lifted... Read Full Review
97 Points

Shibumi Knoll Chardonnay Buena Tierra 2022

A glorious nose leaps from the glass leading to a delightful balance of ripe tropical fruit and a hint of cotton candy lifted by by bright citrus notes that add freshness and energy. The flavors here go deep and the mouthfeel is dense and richly textured. Notes of tangerine, ripe pear, and juicy pineapple unfold... Read Full Review
98 Points

Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Russian River Red Cote 2019

The 2019 Red Cote is a wild and carnal experience to be savored, offering a cashmere-like silky texture and alluring spices to commence. Fresh and vibrant dark fruit including ripe cherries, cassis, woodsmoke, nori, blackberries and dark chocolate, framed by a lavish application of cedary new oak. It’s full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, with a ripe... Read Full Review
98 Points

Cattleya Chardonnay Beyond the Threshold 2023

A beautifully expressive, fruit-driven white that immediately captivates with aromas of ripe peach, apricot, and a touch of tropical nuance. The palate is vibrant and refreshing, revealing layers of stone fruit, hints of banana and exotic citrus. There is a lovely interplay here between ripeness and energy, with a supple, rounded texture balanced by a... Read Full Review
98 Points

Cattleya Pinot Noir Belly of the Whale 2023

Deep and sultry in tone, the 2023 Belly of the Whale opens with layered aromatics of dark plum, black cherry, and ripe berry flesh, with hints of cola and red berry seed. On the palate, it is notably silky and precise and lifted by bright acidity that offers poise and energy. Red apple skin and... Read Full Review
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Cattleya Pinot Noir Cuvee #8 2021

A hedonistic, crowd-pleasing beauty, it bursts from the glass with spiced cherry, cola, and dark fruit layered over a core of ripe, juicy sweetness. The palate is silky and vibrant, delivering wave after wave of lush, perfectly ripened fruit with a texture that is polished and effortless. There’s richness here, but it never tips into... Read Full Review
98 Points

Dehlinger Pinot Noir RRV Altamont 2016

This dazzling new release is 100% delicious featuring a superb balance of gorgeous fruit including raspberry, cherry, cranberry, and hints of Darjeeling tea and blood orange on the exotic finish. Reminds us of much pricier Pinots so jump aboard while this remains an undiscovered relative bargain. Read Full Review