The new 2018 Colección Origen El Vivero de Usaldón is an homage to the old Usaldón vineyard that Bernabé used to work that was ripped out and replaced by almonds. It contained Rojal, Garnacha Peluda... Read More
A touch of baking spice on the bouquet enlivens dark-berry notes. This wine has flavors of black cherry, blackberry, clove, salted caramel and Valencia orange, with a touch of olive tapenade. Lustrous tannins dissolve into a bright... Read More
This impressively structured wine shows a perfect balance between its powerful, spicy fruits and firm tannins. Dense tones of dark berries and smoke are rich and flavorful, bringing the wine to a perfect conclusion. It's immensely... Read More
Lovely Nebbiolo aromas of rose, violet, red berry and botanical herb shape the fragrant nose. Smooth and savory, the elegant palate features juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry and cake spice alongside polished tannins. Fresh... Read More
The 2018 Barolo Bussia is a bit light, but still has plenty of character. Sweet red berry fruit, blood orange, mint, cedar and cinnamon all open with a bit of coaxing. The Bussia is the Barolo in this vintage that appears to be... Read More
Precise and potently structured, with expressive blackberry, toasty spice and flinty mineral accents that build tension toward broad-shouldered tannins. Best from 2022 through 2030. 1,050 cases made.
The 2018 Syrah Haley is a stunning Syrah from 25-year-old vines in the Rockpile vineyard (2,010 feet elevation) made with 40% whole cluster and aged 18 months in 80% new French oak. Deep ruby-purple, it is deeply scented with... Read More
The 2018 Zinfandel Rinaldi Vineyard comes from organically farmed vines, some more than 100 years old. It was made with 20% whole cluster and aged 18 months in 30% new French oak. It has a pale ruby color and segues from tar to... Read More
Jean-Michel Guillon described 2018 as one that gave us a precocious start and a big crop set where it was absolutely necessary to drop fruit if you expected to obtain good phenolic maturities. We did a huge green harvest and even... Read More
Jean-Michel Guillon described 2018 as one that gave us a precocious start and a big crop set where it was absolutely necessary to drop fruit if you expected to obtain good phenolic maturities. We did a huge green harvest and even... Read More
As one would reasonably expect, the nose is notably more elegant with its pretty and well-layered aromas of red cherry, violet, earth and a hint of wood. The racy, intense and well-detailed flavors possess a refined texture before... Read More
An exceptionally ripe nose also reflects discreet port and roasted coffee tinged aromas of black cherry, menthol and plum. The super-rich, luscious and suave medium weight flavors possess a highly seductive mid-palate that contrasts... Read More
Jean-Michel Guillon described 2018 as one that gave us a precocious start and a big crop set where it was absolutely necessary to drop fruit if you expected to obtain good phenolic maturities. We did a huge green harvest and even... Read More
Inky, ruby color. Lively black and blue fruit and floral scents are complemented by suggestions of vanilla and cured tobacco. Sappy and focused on the palate, offering bitter cherry and blueberry flavors that are lifted and sharpened... Read More
The 2018 Sumo is remarkably polished for a Petite Syrah-based wine. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, mint and spice fill out the layers effortlessly. Helen Keplinger has done a brilliant job taming the young Petite tannins.... Read More
Beautiful sweet-berry and peach character with brightness and finesse that gives the wine energy and real attraction. It’s medium-bodied with medium, soft tannins and a vivid finish. Dried earth and spice. 100% grenache.... Read More
A pretty nose of raspberries, cassis, fresh herbs, vanilla and sweet spices. It’s medium-bodied with round tannins. Creamy and fruity with chocolatey character on the mid-palate. Supple finish with excellent length. Tangy... Read More