The 2021 Riesling Wiebelsberg Grand Cru is from Boeckel's substantial 2.5-hectare plot, two of which are contiguous right in the heart of Wiebelsberg. Boeckel says, “This is not Riesling; this is Wiebelsberg.”... Read More
Fruit-oriented nose with a mixture of red and black plums, spiced cherries, white pepper and red currants. Medium-to full-bodied with fresh acidity and a fluid, fruity finish. Firm, fruit-coated tannins.
The 2021 Blanc is turning out beautifully, evoking aromas of mint, spices, peach, lemon oil and spring flowers. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced, it’s tense and fleshy, crystalline and seamless, with a fresh,... Read More
The 2021 Greco di Tufo is tonic and clean with citrus, white flower, crushed stone and playful hints of garden herb. The wine is silky and smooth, and we can count on it to remain fresh and light for the next few years. Fruit... Read More
Leading off the 2021s I was able to taste from Maybach, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Amoenus is flat-out brilliant and has a layered, perfumed, almost exotic style in its black and blue fruits as well as spicy, floral, incense,... Read More
This wine is lively, bright, with aromas of blackberry, cassis, clove, maple, toasty vanilla, and violets on the nose. The flavors on the palate are Black plum, red currant, Pink peppercorn, clove, orange zest, bittersweet chocolate,... Read More
The 2021 Riesling Schreck grows in mica schist on a super-steep site. Smoky yeast and ripe yellow pear are the first impressions on the nose. The palate is rounded and smooth, shimmering with golden apricot flesh on its yeasty... Read More
The 2021 Riesling Goldberg is grown in a loess-covered mix of gneiss and amphibolite. The intense fruit on the nose has some baked pear pervaded by zestiness and herbal overtones. The palate is generous, rounded, smooth, bedded... 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
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
This wine is very linear and tight, definitely requiring a few more years of bottle age to flesh out and develop. At this young stage, the Benanti 2021 Etna Bianco Superiore Contrada Rinazzo is focused on citrus, green melon and... Read More
Blackbird's entry-level red is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Zinfandel. Marked by scents of black cherries, dried herbs and a hint of red berries on the nose, the 2021 Arise Proprietary... Read More
A floral profile for this wine, showing fresh roses, violets, red cherries and pomegranate. A bit austere on the palate with medium body, refreshing acidity and firm, grainy tannins. The stern finish shines with cherry pits. Try... Read More
An elegant and pretty complex expression with an array of red and black cherries, grilled spices, tapenade and roasted red pepper. Some firm, nicely chewy tannins on the medium- to full-bodied palate gives a tight structure to... Read More
The 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino has a reflective, bright red/orange hue and benefits from some air at this early stage, revealing notes of cranberries, cherries, tangerine, fresh wildflowers, and brushy herbs. Medium-bodied, it... Read More
This expressive red features cherry, blackberry, pomegranate and orange peel aromas and flavors. Mineral and wild herb accents add depth as this cruises to the long finish, offering terrific balance and length. Though impressive... Read More
A pretty pinot with sour cherries, strawberries and a fine herbal edge. Juicy, medium-bodied palate delivers some light cherry and red berries on the palate. Crunchy and concise with lots of fruit at the end. Drink now.... Read More
