90-93 Point Wines:

The 2022 Pinot Noir Freestone Vineyards was fermented with around 10% whole clusters and matured in 35% new French oak. It has inviting aromas of red and black cherries, pipe tobacco, mushrooms and dark spices. The medium-bodied... Read More

Black cherry and blackberry fruit is shaded by notes of iron and earth, plus a hint of orange peel. This ripe and lively red is balanced, ending with a light dusting of tannins.

Crisp, well balanced and medium-bodied, this herb- and citrus-scented wine tastes refreshing and clean. Good acidity supports bright lemon and lime flavors, with grass, mineral and dried herb accents.

Tempting richness comes with a tangy backbone in this well-balanced, elegant wine. Subtle layers of Bosc pears, lemon, cream and butter blend easily on a silky texture.

Of the Ca' Marcanda estate's two headline red wines, this bottle is released earlier. The 2022 Bolgheri Rosso Magari is a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot. It shows lovely richness... Read More

Fruity and creamy chardonnay with notes of mangoes, candied lemons, honeysuckle and pralines. Medium- to full-bodied with vivid acidity that gives it backbone and highlights its minerality. Balanced and fresh.

Focused, pure red and black cherries infuse this wine with fruit intensity from the first whiff to the tangy, lip-smacking finish. Sour cherries, rhubarb, moderate tannins and bracing acidity add to its tangy allure. Best from... Read More

Domaine Béranger Pouilly-Fuissé has a brilliant golden color. It features aromas of white-flesh fruits, toasted bread, honey, and hints of vanilla. With a round, rich and unctuous mouthfeel, the wine is balanced... Read More

Ripe blackberries, black cherries and plums. Some licorice and spiced oak, too. Full-bodied with a creamy texture and velvety tannins. Well-balanced with notable minerality and a long, fruity finish. Drink or hold.

Exceptional Soave from a producer firmly entrenched in the regional firmament. Perhaps this doesn’t quite equal the majestic 2020, yet I have scored it by virtue of the pithy textural detail and salty, thirst-slaking finish.... Read More

Attractive aromas of ripe dark berries with chocolate, dried orange peel and mocha. Full-bodied and broad on the palate with succulent deep dark fruit and fine-grained, silky tannins. Fruity finish with a spicy edge to it. Drink... Read More

Vibrantly floral strawberry and gingerbread aromas pair with crisp red apple and spice flavors that bounce along
the finish. Drink now. 22,000 cases made.

This sparkler agilely balances crisp and creamy details with lemon tart and toasted nut aromas, showing layered
flavors of lemon zest and cinnamon brioche. Drink now. 5,400 cases made.

The white 2022 The Flower And The Bee Treixadura, or La Flor y la Abeja, depending on the market, is pure unoaked Treixadura and is aromatic, herbal, clean and modern, velvety and easy to drink and enjoy. 60,000 bottles were produced.... Read More

Think of the 2017 Crianza as a clean and precise version of a traditional Crianza, polished and velvety, very drinkable, with a sleek and seamless palate, fine tannins and very good balance. This is delicious and a great example... Read More

This wine gives the best of concentration and freshness. Ripe fig, overripe blackberry, black-cherry cola and rooibos tea open on the nose followed by hints of violet blossom. The velvety-textured palate is layered with black... Read More

(58% Chardonnay and 42% Pinot Noir; 3.5 g/l dosage; L329 9160): Light, orange-tinged pink. Lively spice- and mineral-accented red berry and citrus fruits on the nose, with a hint of cherry pit adding depth. Vibrant and precise... Read More

A pretty nose of dark berries, dark cherries, wet leaves, bark and baking spices. It’s medium-to full-bodied with velvety tannins and fresh acidity. Creamy texture with a flavorful, spicy finish. Drink now.

The wine is rich, ripe and fruity with good acidity as well as a bite of spirit and old-wood aging. It is well balanced, keeping the freshness of a 10-Year-Old while also showing good signs of its wood aging. Just what a 10-Year-Old... Read More

Lovely, with date and persimmon notes that are melded seamlessly, picking up light bitter orange, ginger and green tea accents along the way. Echoes of sweet golden raisin and hazelnut linger on the finish, which is polished and... Read More

This wine is bright, lively with aromas of Red currant compote, cranberry, exotic spices, toasty vanilla, and dried chicory on the nose. The flavors on the palate are Red Plum, kumquat, blood orange zest, interlaced with allspice,... Read More

The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc was hand delivered to me in Fremantle by winemaker Richelle Tyney from Greywacke, all the way from Marlborough, New Zealand—roughly 5,200 kilometers between us. The wine leads with passion fruit... Read More

This sleek sparkler is expressive for its floral apple and toasty cinnamon aromas and crisp, layered flavors of lime and mineral. Drink now. 15,000 cases made.

Rich and layered with silky notes of citrus orange, honeysuckle, caramel, and vanilla with hints of stoney minerality. - winery... Read More

This is an excellent choice for a wide range of occasions and cuisines. This vintage's blend of 70% Grenache, 26% Syrah and 4% Mourvèdre offers wet slate, dark soil, black plum and tar on the earth-driven nose. The... Read More