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

Domaine Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Fourchaume 2019

This crisp and delightfully refreshing new arrival features a precise and invigorating bouquet of intense citrus and minerality combined with hints of honeysuckle. Delightful notes of nectarine, citrus, and hints of fresh pastry develop on the finish. This vibrant crowd-pleaser will thrill now through 2026. Serve well chilled and savor every sip with creamy French... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Vaillons 2017

This dazzling new arrival features a precise and invigorating bouquet of intense citrus and minerality combined with hints of jasmine. Delightful notes of nectarine, lemon tart, and hints of poached pear and fresh pastry develop on the finish. This oh so fresh and vibrant wine will thrill now through 2025. Serve well chilled and savor... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Les Gravieres Rouge 2020

This brilliant bottling from Domaine Jessiaume is a testament to the power of a top vintage. With its earthy notes impressively integrated with juicy pomegranate, dry cherry, raspberry, roses, and fresh-cut herbs, one might think this was valued at over $100. In our blind tasting, some of us guessed it to be an Oregon Pinot,... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Laporte Sancerre Le Grand Rochoy 2020

Begins with a gorgeously exotic nose of tropical fruit, melon and banana taffy. Tangy and bright on the palate, with impressive weight. Flavors of melon, spring flowers and spearmint. Satisfying roundness on the long finish. Enjoy tonight or anytime over the next 4-5 years. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine La Barroche CdP Signature 2020

The new Barroche Signature 2020 dazzles from the start romancing your palate with racy notes of creamy strawberry and chocolate-covered cherries. Fascinating notes of cedar, ripe cherries, strawberries, baking herbs and dried spices waltz across the palate culminating with a tangy finish that includes hints of graphite, blueberries, star anise and allspice. Pair this with... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Laporte Sancerre Le Grand Rochoy 2023

This wine bursts with ultra-fresh lemon-lime and exotic citrus, framed by hints of herbs and spice. Crisp apple notes and a mouth-watering mineral edge give way to a subtly sticky texture that adds intrigue. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly refreshing, it delivers the kind of precision and verve usually reserved for far pricier bottles. 96 points... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine Livera Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Village 2022

A dynamic, crowd-pleasing red Burgundy that straddles the line between New World generosity and Old World finesse. Bursting with juicy black cherry and red berries it shows impressive energy and brightness thanks to a lively spine of acidity. Its vivid fruit and polish make it a natural fit for fans of Russian River Valley Pinot... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine Marius Delarche Corton Renardes Grand Cru 2017

This delightful red Burgundy from the powerful 2017 vintage possesses the signature aromatic notes of black cherry, blood orange, exotic spice and subtle minerality. Complex and layered, it offers nice tension between ample ripe plum, Earl Grey tea, savory mushroom and baking spices. This is a gorgeous bottle of wine now and will be a... Read Full Review →