Made from 70% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir, and the rest Meunier, the NV Champagne Origine Brut pours a straw hue and is based on the 2019 vintage with 30% reserve wines and partially raised in 228-liter barrels. It’s generous... Read More
uch an elegant wine for this Grand Cru that tends towards aromatic richness, the pineapple and basil notes very delicate on the nose. On the medium-to full-bodied palate there’s more succulence, but even there the crushed-stone... Read More
A classically made, entry-level white of outstanding quality, the 2024 Albariño Etiqueta Verde is light-bodied and bright, with salty airs, sharp acidity, and cool-climate character sourced from a myriad of parcels around... Read More
A deep and really complex Echezeaux with a ton of forest berries, very polished tannins and wonderful sweetness that grows at the back of the palate. Very long and complex finish with a lot of herbal and mineral complexity. Very... Read More
The 2024 Pinot Gris Hillsides is perfumed with notes of crushed nectarine, lemon oil, mint and the slightest whiff of sweet spice. Notable textural depth is on display, nearly oily in feel, with tropical citrus tones complementing... Read More
Salted raw almonds, chamomile, sliced apples and lemon tea on the nose of this very fresh and minerally white. It’s medium- to full-bodied, stony and salty, with lively acidity. Drink or hold.
The 2023 Magnetic North comes from ungrafted vines on their own roots from a massal selection, though from exactly where has been lost in time. It has a vibrant bouquet that has slightly more energy than the Huilkrans, extremely... Read More
Matured in used French oak, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon has intense aromas of blackcurrant, mint chocolate, graphite, bay leaves and lilac. The full-bodied palate is elegantly styled with pure, crunchy flavors and soft, approachable... Read More
The aromatics leap out of the glass, showing a mix of lemon verbena, lemongrass and lemon balm flavors, plus a touch of wild fennel. Vibrant, juicy fruit flavors are at the core, led by citrus notes of Meyer lemon, pomelo and... Read More
Cherry blossoms, bark and fruit combine with spiced cocoa, black tea with milk and even a hint of orange zest. Tannins are pliable, carrying into a lengthy finish. Another delicious example of Alto Moncayo's effort celebrate... Read More
This opens with aromas of paprika, black pepper and red cherries. The palate is refined and tense, with focused, precise tannins. The tight, restrained fruit is gently lifted by subtle juiciness, adding balance and a touch of... Read More
A very elegant nose with subtle red fruit, dried flowers, underbrush and herbal nuances, alongside tapenade and pepper. The palate is equally refined, with succulent dark fruit. The quality of the tannins brings tremendous balance... Read More
For a fresh, unoaked style, this has beautiful aromas of redcurrants and blackcurrants plus a touch of summer flowers. Healthy tannins are unusually forthright for this category. Impressive structure and midpalate density before... Read More
This extraordinary Finger Lakes dry riesling has mind-blowing concentration and energy. The intensity of yellow grapefruit and wild herb aromas is off the scale. Still very tightly wound, this has clearly been made for the long... Read More
This ripe and generous Cabernet leans into the variety's fruitier side, with bright cherry, raspberry and chocolate aromas on the nose. The palate feels supple with silky tannins, zippy acidity and flavors of cassis, tobacco... Read More
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Crown Vineyard is a saturated inky red color and is compact and deep on the nose, with notes of pencil lead, black cherries, compact currants, and cedar. It was raised for 32 months in 52% new... Read More
A layered and complex wine with fresh, elegant aromas of balsamic, eucalyptus, bergamot, licorice, bark and cherry pits. Elegant on the palate as well, with a medium to full body, high yet integrated acidity, fine chalky tannins... Read More
Good aromas of rich black fruit, paprika, mint, blackberries, black olives and fine roasted spices. The tannins are firm and juicy on the palate, with a medium to full body and a tight and lengthy finish. 41% cabernet sauvignon,... Read More
The NV Brut Concordia blends 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir, using 40% reserve wines, some from a perpetual reserve. Slight smokiness opens the nose, revealing creamy ripe apple flesh and a touch of mandarin peel. Lively mousse... Read More
This has an attractive, slightly spiced character with ripe red and dark berries, hints of walnuts, dried herbs and ground cloves. Medium- to full-bodied, firm and chalky. Has tight-grained tannins, yet with juicy acidity and... Read More
Intriguingly aromatic version, featuring clementine, roasted pineapple and quince blossom notes, which are supported by firm acidity that lends it power and juiciness. Persistent finish. — Aleks Zecevic
The 2025 Rosé Ode to Lulu is vividly fruit forward, with a rush of crushed white cherries and wild strawberries complicated by nuances of chlorophyll and wet stone. This splashes across the palate with ease, soft yet stimulating... Read More
The 2024 Zinfandel Belloni Vineyard is a total stunner. Rich and explosive, the 2024 hits the palate with copious dark-toned fruit, leather, cloves, incense and chocolate. Plush and layered, with deep, racy contours, the Belloni... Read More
