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 Marius Delarche Corton Renardes Grand Cru VV 2018

The Corton Renardes 2018 boasts an ultra-silky texture and an array of sensational red fruit flavors that remind us why we’re so impressed with Burgundy’s 2018 vintage. Primary notes of red apple, cherry, raspberry, and truffle lead to a memorable finish that includes spices and tightly wound tannins. This is a gorgeous bottle of wine... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne les Houilleres 2019

Thanks to the quality of the 2019 vintage, this blend of Coffinet’s favorite 1er Cru vineyard holdings in Chassagne Montrachet way overdelivers given the humble price. Opulent aromas of pear and mineral add nuance introducing immensely refreshing notes of pear, apricot, orange peel, and fresh white peaches on the finish. There is excellent volume and... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne les Houilleres 2020

This Chassagne-Montrachet is the best of both worlds: it has the pretty floral notes of Puligny and the power of Meursault, all elegantly bottled as one. We enjoyed the aromas of ripe lemons, a hint of salinity, popcorn kernels, and a juicy palate with a clean and crisp finish. This wine promises to age over... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine Pelle Menetou-Salon les Blanchais 2017

May as well be the best vintage of this outstanding value that memory recalls. Delicious golden apples, lemon verbena and steely minerals lead on the pristine, crystalline nose. Powered by lime, nectarine and pear along with an intensely mineral texture and supreme concentration, the fresh cut fruits and essence of rocks incise through the laser... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Santa Duc CdP La Crau Ouest 2017

Supremely opulent and unctuous, this 2017 Santa Duc displays a galaxy of boysenberry, liqueur of raspberry, currant, cedar, and spice box. The palate is pure hedonism, flaunting a mesmerizing array of deep fruit, dried spices, and hints of kirsch that tantalize the pallate. This wine will provide tremendous pleasure with an array of menus over... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Domaine William Fevre Chablis 1er Montmains 2022

A crisp and clean expression, showcasing a very well-built structure. On the nose, vibrant fresh lemon zest, accompanied by subtle hints of green apple and a playful touch reminiscent of Smarties candy. The palate delivers a bright, tart apple character alongside a lemon custard-like acidity, balanced by a light, restrained oak influence. A distinctive, gravelly... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Dominus Napanook Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Dominus Estate’s Napanook 2023 is already flashing serious pedigree, offering a silky, richly textured palate framed by generous spice from new oak. It is already showing as a confident baby Dominus, with impressive concentration and an open-knit feel that hints at what’s to come. There’s blackberry and dark fruits layered with herbal notes, pine, damp... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Donum Pinot Noir RRV Ten Oaks 2016

This offering from Donum is more fresh and bright, with notes of raspberry, cranberry, baking spice and vanilla, Medium bodied on the palate, a nice lift of acidity keeps this wine lively and easy drinking, perfect for drinking now while you age the barrel reserve. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2014

The 2014 Altagracia is another velvety smooth blockbuster, perpetuating its reputation as one of Napa’s finest ‘Super Seconds’ in the fashion of the estate bottling (last vintage 100 points – Robert Parker) but more approachable over the next decade. This vintage is beautifully balanced with complex notes of viscous black fruit, figs, roasted espresso beans,... Read Full Review →