852 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Napa Valley
96+ Points

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 →
98 Points

Hensel West Sauvignon Blanc Riverbound 2025

A dazzling Sauvignon Blanc that effortlessly combines exhilarating freshness with luxurious texture. The bouquet is intensely fragrant, revealing dreamy aromas of kiwi, gooseberry, honeydew melon, ripe papaya, grapefruit zest, and freshly squeezed lime, complemented by delicate floral notes from the one-third Sauvignon Musqué. The palate is gloriously creamy and remarkably vibrant, with subtle richness and... Read Full Review →
97 Points

Hourglass Cabernet Sauvignon HGIII 2024

Immediately captivates with a sense of luxurious style, this is a delightful new Napa winner for the impressive taste and approachable price! Showcasing Napa’s celebrated new 2024 Napa vintage, the palate boasts notes of deeply concentrated black fruit (currants, plums, dates) and superb French oak integration across a long-lasting finish of statuesque proportions. The tannins... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Hourglass Mabon Chardonnay Hyde 2024

What a blast. The nose jumps from the glass with orange peel, Meyer lemon, ripe pear and a flash of pineapple, wrapped in an intensely floral perfume. The palate is creamy and generous but kept wonderfully alive by a salty, saline edge, with hints of butter adding richness without weighing it down. Flashy, distinctive and... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Zeitgeist Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Station 2023

Another superb effort from Zeitgeist, whose Cabernets consistently strike a compelling balance between classic Napa finesse and modern polish. The Oakville Station is seductive and expressive, offering layers of vibrant red and blue fruit wrapped in a luxurious, mouth-filling texture. Aromatically captivating from the first pour, it unfolds with remarkable energy and precision across the... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Vineyard 29 Sauvignon Blanc Estate 2023

A dazzling, mouth-watering candidate for one of the most delicious Sauvignon Blancs we have judged from Napa Valley. The 2023 Vineyard 29 Estate Sauvignon Blanc is a luxurious, Chardonnay-lover’s expression of Sauvignon Blanc, marrying vivid lemon-lime refreshment with the creamy polish and glamorous oak treatment normally associated with top Napa Chardonnay. The bouquet is gorgeous... Read Full Review →
96+ Points

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 →
96 Points

Aloft Chenin Blanc Napa Valley 2024

Opens with a nose of creamy lemon, accented by subtle oak spice. On the palate, there’s a vibrant burst of bright lemon, complemented by a powdery texture that provides a refreshing, almost silky mouthfeel. While the wine feels viscous, it retains a fresh quality, with a slight botanical undertone. The finish is crisp and clean,... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Amuse Bouche Rose Pret a Boire 2019

This new discovery is pale salmon pink in color, it offers enticing aromas of fresh cut red roses, cherry tart and fresh strawberries, with hints of baking spices. The palate flexes a bit of muscle, but displays classic notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp cherry, and refreshing brightness that culminate in a memorable finish. This... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Arietta Cabernet Blend Quartet 2013

The Arietta Quartet tastes more expensive than it actually is. This opulent Bordeaux-style blend is an incredibly intense and serious wine. Copious quantities of exotic spices and intense fruit launch from the glass. Dense, ripe, and full-bodied, with plush tannins, this magnificent effort displays a core of cassis, blackberry, blueberry, and caramel complemented by creamy... Read Full Review →