144 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96+
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Baraveou Bandol Rose 2025

Captivates with layers of bright strawberry, dried berries, and a touch of Provençal herbs. A lush, mouthcoating texture gives way to refreshing notes of cantaloupe, strawberries, and orange rind, balancing richness with vibrancy. Hints of watermelon and a touch of earthiness add intrigue, while the lingering raspberry cream finish leaves a lasting impression. Both refined... Read Full Review →
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Domaine Albert Joly Puligny Montrachet Vieilles Vignes 2024

A beautifully expressive Puligny with a deep golden hue and an exotic, floral perfume of ripe pear, quince, fresh herbs and ginger. Full-bodied and richly textured, yet remarkably cool, crisp and mineral-driven, with a vivid saline streak running through. Layers of orchard fruit, spice and crushed stone build across the palate before resolving into a... Read Full Review →
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Domaine Laroche Chablis 1er Les Vaillons VV 2022

Deliciously crisp and beautifully textured, with a silky, full-bodied feel and just the right touch of polished oak. Bright tangerine and intense lemon-candy flavors are energized by loads of freshness. The pronounced saline-mineral character adds tension and keeps the wine remarkably vibrant. The spicy, mouthwatering finish lingers with citrus and crushed stone. An excellent value... Read Full Review →
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Paradigm Merlot Oakville Estate 2022

Rich, opulent, and unapologetically generous, Paradigm’s Merlot layers ripe black cherry, fig, and dark berry fruit with luxurious notes of hot cocoa, espresso roast, cinnamon spice, and beautifully integrated oak. The texture is remarkably silky, yet enough savory herbal character emerges to keep it vibrant and engaging. While built more for immediate enjoyment than longevity,... Read Full Review →
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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Russian River Cherry Block 2019

The 2019 Cherry Block launches forth with rich aromas of dark berries and exotic spices, introducing a luxuriously smooth and awe-inspiring experience. Exquisitely focused, this new Adrian Fog has an opulent, full mouth-feel and delivers wave after wave of berries and black cherry continuing on to a mile-long finish. While it is clear that this... Read Full Review →
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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2018

Rich aromas of dark berries and exotic spices introduce a luxuriously smooth and awe-inspiring experience. Exquisitely focused, this new Adrian Fog has opulent, full mouth-feel and delivers wave after wave of berries and black cherry continuing on to a mile-long finish. While it is clear that this Pinot is built to last, it is a... Read Full Review →
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Aloft Chenin Blanc Napa Valley 2020

The 2020 Aloft Chenin Blanc opens with aromas of lemon zest, stone fruit, and a pretty orange blossom perfume. The aromas carry through on the palate, which has a medium body, satiny texture and a mouthwatering acidity softened by notes of lemon meringue pie, ripe nectarine and a hint of vanilla. The wine coats the... Read Full Review →
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Alphonse Mellot Sancerre Les Romains 2020

This stylish new ‘Les Romains’ 2020 Sancerre has just landed and it’s another tantalizing treat, crisp and gloriously refreshing with mouth-watering notes of meyer lemon, kiwi, honeydew melon, pear and crème Brule on the palate. The vibrant texture and superb balance culminate with a food-friendly finish of zesty ginger and passionfruit. Enjoy with seafood and... Read Full Review →
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Arietta Cabernet Blend Quartet 2017

This new 2017 release is another impressive blend that includes a ‘Quartet’ of grapes (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot) and sensational notes of cassis, blackberry, mocha and caramel complemented by creamy vanilla oak on the memorable finish. Enjoy tonight after decanting for a distinguished experience we expect to mature gracefully through 2027. Read Full Review →