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
Rich but decadent berry fruit with earthy and mossy undertones and hints of clove, fine musk and dried orange. A medium-to full-bodied Brunello, showing chewy tannins and savoriness on the palate. Structured, but nevertheless... Read More
Perfumed nose of lavender, blueberries, coconut and milk chocolate. Creamy, fresh and balanced, with a medium body and supple tannins. Nicely integrated.
A solid and toned 2017 with firm, polished tannins that frame this large-bodied Brunello in an attractive way. Dark berries, walnuts, black earth and mushrooms. Flavorful finish. Well done for the vintage, but needs two or three... Read More
The ripeness of this wine creeps up slowly to reveal swaths of black fruits and a densely tannic core. The wine is layered with acidity that balances the black-currant flavors. The wine will age well. Drink from 2023. Read More...
The ripeness of this wine creeps up slowly to reveal swaths of black fruits and a densely tannic core. The wine is layered with acidity that balances the black-currant flavors. The wine will age well. Drink from 2023. Read More...
The 2017 Doisy-Daëne is so compelling. Rich and ample in the glass, the 2017 just blossoms with a bit of time. Candied apricot, exotic white flowers, mint, hazelnut and chamomile notes confer richness. The 2017 is deep, powerful... Read More
This single-vineyard wine, from Aana, is made in a modern style: concentrated and slightly reductive. It shows notes of new oak barrels, lovely red berry fruit (reminiscent of Grenache) and garrigue aromas. So Mediterranean on... Read More
The 2017 Zinfandel Grist comes from the Dry Creek Valley, which is a magical terroir for old vine Zinfandel. This complex, medium to full-bodied, beautifully balanced effort has loads of cedar and sandalwood notes as well as complex... Read More
Lightly dried fruit with citrus and cherry character. Medium body with fresh acidity and a linear and bright finish. Lively and delicious for the vintage. Drink now or hold.
Ripe and juicy, this pushes a wave of raspberry and plum purée flavors to the fore, while red licorice, sweet tobacco and singed juniper hints peek through before blooming on the finish. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre... Read More
Checking in as a final blend of 40% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Petit Verdot, the 2017 Fenix reveals a saturated purple color as well as sexy notes of black cherries, currants, ground herbs, chocolate,... Read More
Incorporating 2% Viognier, the Syrah-dominated 2017 La Sangre De Jonata reveals a saturated purple color as well as a heavenly bouquet of cassis, blueberries, crushed violets, spring flowers, and ground pepper. Full-bodied, concentrated,... Read More
Immense sweetness and concentration on the palate, with an unctuous texture infused by riveting acidity. Spicy, stem ginger, tropical fruit, honey-baked quince and apple flavours, along with a suggestion of panettone. This is... Read More