548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
96 Points

Chanin Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard 2015

Light straw in color, the 2015 Bien Nacido has something for Chardonnay lovers of all kinds. Bright aromatics packed with Meyer lemon, toasted nuts, and a soft saline quality that makes for a complete, complex bouquet. The palate has is polished and inviting, culminating in a focused, fruit driven finish. Enjoy over the next 4-5... Read Full Review
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Chateau des Eyrins Margaux 2018

This Margaux is an immensely impressive (+ age-worthy) weeknight winner that possesses a strong personality for such an affordable Bordeaux. A complex nose of pipe tobacco and earthy notes lead into a rich palate full of currant and black cherry, balanced with an underlying elegance synonymous with powerful reds of the Left Bank. The bold... Read Full Review
96 Points

Chateau des Eyrins Margaux Closerie des Eyrins 2017

This bargain Margaux is an easy-to-drink weeknight winner that possesses a strong personality for such an affordable bottle of wine. A complex nose of deep cherry and earthy notes lead into a rich palate full of currant and black cherry, balanced with an underlying elegance synonymous with powerful reds of the Left Bank. The bold... Read Full Review
96 Points

Chateau La Grave a Pomerol 2012

After almost one decade of age, this well-built Bordeaux is just beginning to hit its stride. We were impressed by the silky tannins, sublime balance, plus savory notes of tobacco, truffles and herbaceous finish. Enjoy now (after decanting) through 2027+. Read Full Review
96 Points

Chateau Laniote St. Emilion Grand Cru 2016

This magical blend from the historic 2016 vintage launches forth with notes of delicious dark fruit, creamy oak, pure minerals and hints of savory pipe tobacco on the distinguished finish. Holy smokes, this gem is so very satisfying now (decanting optional) and promises ever greater thrills through 2025-2027. Read Full Review
96 Points

Cobb Pinot Noir Coastlands 2013

The aromatics are loaded with plum, cherry, truffle and forest floor. Elegant and sophisticated on the palate, this lightly floral Pinot shows plenty of berry fruit, mint, Asian spice and hints of orange peel. This is a fine example ofwhat is possible when Sonoma Coast terroir combines with a deft winemaker. Enjoy over the next... Read Full Review
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Cobb Pinot Noir Jack Hill 2010

The 2010 Jack Hill is intense, forward, and absolutely magnificent – a pure expression of place and the varietal. The perfume is elegant, laced with red berries, lavender and spice. A juicy and approachable mouthfeel is loaded with red cherries, raspberries, as it nears the back of the palate it becomes incredibly well-focused. This sensational... Read Full Review
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Cobb Pinot Noir Jack Hill 2015

The haunting nose here features red cherry, raspberry, strawberry, red plum, rhubarb and dried herbs. Mouth filling juicy boysenberry, cranberry, cola and black tea flavors come through with a mineral laced core showcasing silky tannins that promise wonders to come with time in the bottle, while delivering layers of complexity and intensity today. Read Full Review