262 Wine Reviews Found

  • Food Pairing: Cheese
99 Points

Domaine de la Vougeraie 1er Le Clos Blanc De Vougeot 2019

Another supremely satisfying triumph from Burgundy’s celebrated 2019 vintage, this glorious new arrival dazzled us with a galaxy of elegant fresh fruit flavors. The bouquet launched forth with audacious notes of star jasmine and gardenia plus citrus. The velvety rich texture leads to a plethora of mesmerizing flavors including pears, poached apples, lemon Crème Brûlée,... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Marcassin Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard 2015

The recently released Marcassin 2015 is already a profoundly delicious tour-de-force and promises fireworks on the palate for the lucky few that experience this coveted Pinot Noir. The attention-grabbing bouquet boasts scents of raspberries, rose petals and peonies mingled with hints of cinnamon. Captivating in its balance and complexity straight out of the gate, this... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Boars’ View Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2017

This monumental new discovery approaches Chardonnay nirvana for collectors that adore the richest California classics such as Marcassin, Peter Michael, and Aubert. Velvety smooth on the palate, this 2017 Boars View Chardonnay delivers lavish amounts of tropical fruit plus mouth-watering notes of butterscotch pudding, macadamia nuts and toasted vanilla oak. The voluptuous finish dazzles with... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Kenzo Estate Rosé Napa Yui 2020

Once again, Kenzo’s boutique Rosé is absolutely captivating from the first sip! This salmon-hued thriller races out with a plethora of fresh raspberry, creamy strawberry, ruby red grapefruit notes plus hints of spring flowers. The mid-palate flexes a bit of muscle, and then features ripe red strawberry in a memorable finish. This is a perfect... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Kenzo Cabernet Blend Napa Rindo 2018

Given the acclaim for Napa’s 2018 vintage and the pedigree of this Cabernet blend, we had high expectations. After sampling (twice) we were seduced by the trademark the texture (ULTRA silky smooth!)  and captivating bouquet that includes lavender, sultry dark fruit notes and fresh walnut brownies. Hints of baking spices and semi-sweet dark chocolate on... Read Full Review →
97 Points

Hobel Cabernet Sauvignon Napa The Figure 2018

Imagine alternating between milk chocolate covered blackberries and s’mores tossed in baking spices. Lush, big, bodacious, jammy, spicy, and loaded with blueberry cream, cassis, plum, currant, sage, vanilla and gloriously toasted oak. A genuine crowd pleaser for aficionados of hedonistic Napa reds. (Photo: Hobel Winery) Read Full Review →
95 Points

Domaine Bouard Bonnefoy Bourgogne Blanc 2019

Intense aromatics of pear, white peach, and a hint of mint waft from the glass and continue gracefully on the palate to include orchard fruit and floral notes along with hints of spice. The palate is rich, refreshing and balanced with a core of minerality and captivating creamy oak on the finish. This is extremely... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Raoul Gautherin Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir Reserve 2018

This ‘unicorn’ bottling is from the single best barrel of the winery’s celebrated Vaudesir vineyard Chablis. These vines are almost 50 years old and this majestic white aged for three years prior to release. The texture is ultra-silky and sexy with an oh-so-pure profile and supremely refreshing fruit that reminds us of favorite Raveneau Chablis... Read Full Review →
100 Points

Domaine Gerard Raphet Chambertin Clos de Beze Grand Cru 2019

Domaine Raphet Clos de Beze Grand Cru 2019 is already a stunningly pure + profoundly delicious tour-de-force from the start. The attention-grabbing bouquet boasts scents of raspberries, rose petals and peonies mingled with hints of cinnamon. Captivating in its balance and complexity straight out of the gate, this exotic new arrival will provide awe-inspiring thrills... Read Full Review →