{"title":"These Sips Don't Lie...","description":"\u003cp\u003eWines with 94+ ratings from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Parker (Wine Advocate,) James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, Decanter, Burghound, Luca Maroni\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2022-allegrini-palazzo-della-torre-corvina-veronese-igt-veneto-italy-750ml","title":"2022 Allegrini Palazzo della Torre Corvina Veronese IGT, Veneto, Italy (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, harmonious wine with considerable structure and aromaticity. Ruby red in color with purplish hues, it initially reveals sophisticated notes of vanilla, black pepper and cloves, echoed by gentle nuances of raisined grapes. On the palate it is velvety, with soft tannins and a long and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 40% Corvina Veronese, 30% Corvinone, 25% Rondinella, 5% Sangiovese\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLWS Viviano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":986539559,"sku":"S 1B","price":15.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/products\/PalazzoSQ.png?v=1616938741"},{"product_id":"2023-plumpjack-winery-syrah-napa-valley-usa-750ml","title":"2023 PlumpJack Winery Syrah, Napa Valley, USA (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pipProdMakerNote\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"pipProdMakerNote_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pipProdMakerNote\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"pipProdMakerNote_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 PlumpJack Syrah is an expressive and layered wine, showcasing the best of both the Carneros and Atlas Peak vineyards from which this wine is crafted. The nose opens with fresh blackberry, black cherry, and blueberry. Beneath the fruit are the wilder savory notes that make Syrah so exciting—peppercorn, clove, nutmeg, and smoked meats. The oak aging contributes warmth and depth with notes of cocoa, mocha, and Earl Grey tea. The flavors on the palate echo those on the nose—sweet blackberry, cherry, and blueberry, leading to luxuriant notes of cocoa, mocha, caramel, and spice. The palate is full and concentrated with firm yet ripe tannins and juicy acidity that, together, create a stunning Syrah with impeccable balance, vibrant energy, and great length.\u003cbr\u003eBlend: 100% Syrah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pipProdProReviews\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pipProdProReviews\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Syrah is the bomb. Inky, deep and explosive, the 2023 is seriously impressive. A blast of dark cherry fruit, lavender, licorice, espresso and dried herbs stains the palate. The 22% stems are buried under waves of fruit. This unctuous, full-throttle Syrah has so much to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Vinous, 97 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis syrah balances densely packed dark fruit with lovely undertones of cured meat, coffee beans, crushed stones, earth and dried herbs. The palate is deeply brooding, with flavors of black currants, mocha, peppercorns and smoke with a hint of minerals. A savory, fruit-driven syrah with a nice nod to the Northern Rhone. Sourced from the cooler appellations of Carneros and Atlas Peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Carneros and Atlas Peak, this is rocking stuff, offering juicy blackberry, peppery herbs, game, and California Bay aromatics. Based on 100% Syrah that was 22% whole-cluster fermented and aged 18 months in 60% new French oak, the 2023 Syrah is medium to full-bodied, with a round, layered mouthfeel, ripe yet certainly present tannins, and a great finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted herb and peppery beef accents frame this bold and ripe version, with blackberry and plum flavors at the center. Theres a trace of fresh acidity underneath to keep this honest while finishing with robust tannins and hints of green peppercorn. Drink now through 2034. 1,429 cases made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Spectator, 92 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLWS Decanter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1010091511,"sku":"Z 1A","price":81.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/files\/Syrahfinal.jpg?v=1759851801"},{"product_id":"2021-castello-di-ama-san-lorenzo-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-docg-italy","title":"2021 Castello di Ama 'San Lorenzo', Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG, Italy (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Spectator #9 Wine of the Year in 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complex Castello di Ama San Lorenzo is elegant, fresh and intense with finesse and length. Deep red ruby. Fruity aromas of red cherry, strawberry, licorice and orange zest complemented by hints of leather. Juicy and succulent with silky texture. A long-lasting palate of red ripe fruits and delicate, firm tannins. The finish is fresh and lively, expressing deep red fruit, wood and damp earth, developing exemplary intensity and aromatic complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is really perfumed and gorgeous, with black cherries, blackcurrants and violets. Full-bodied with totally integrated tannins and a palate presence that is pretty spectacular. Wonderful finish. Give this three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 99 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clever bridge between the entire Castello di Ama stable, San Lorenzo is a selection of older vines from key estate vineyards. It also includes both Merlot and Malvasia Nera, which contribute to the identity of the cru bottlings. In 2021, this flagbearer is a brilliant balance of fruit and territorial expression with deftly integrated oak. Tobacco, iron and nutmeg infuse dark plum and cherry. There is great flow and length, with tangy, mouth-cleansing acidity. Articulate aromas and flavours along with finessed tannins give a sense of readiness – but that authoritative structure has the last word. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Decanter, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine represents a selection of the best Sangiovese sourced from various plots with a tiny addition of Merlot and Malvasia Nera. The Castello di Ama 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo takes a few extra moments to open in the glass, but unlike the La Casuccia that holds back, this wine comes into full view quickly enough. The wine's flavor profile is a little meatier and fuller, and this could be linked to the warm vintage conditions. San Lorenzo is a generous wine, and it is a bottle you can enjoy in the medium or long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, dark and densely wrought, featuring black cherry, blackberry, violet, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors. The sinewy tannins are enhanced by the vivid acidity, and everything comes together on the crystalline aftertaste, which echoes the fruit and floral elements. Power meets finesse. Sangiovese and Merlot. *Highly Recommended* \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Spectator, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Ama San Lorenzo is packed with dark red fruit, licorice, spice, leather and graphite. This is a decidedly potent, backward Gran Selezione. Clean mineral notes extend the finish, presaging a brilliant future. The sculpted style is hugely appealing. Here, too, readers will have to be patient, as the 2021 is very young. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Vinous, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IMPERIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1015060235,"sku":"R 2C","price":74.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/files\/diamafinalllll.jpg?v=1763418427"},{"product_id":"2022-robert-biale-vineyards-black-chicken-zinfandel-napa-valley-usa-750ml","title":"2022 Robert Biale Vineyards Black Chicken Zinfandel, Napa Valley, USA (750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eA classic Napa Valley Zinfandel, this bottling offers savory and earthy aromatics that carry into flavors of dark plum, tobacco and dark chocolate. It's rich in flavor, well balanced by mouthwatering acidity that refreshes the palate with every sip. Impressively persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Enthusiast, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eDelicious, harmonious and flavorful Zinfandel. This has notes of plums, spiced cherries, wild berries, herbs and rusks. Medium- to full-bodied with fine tannins. It has a bright core of berries at the center with a subtle structure. Mellow and poised. Drink or hold. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 93 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eRobust yet retaining a sense of refinement, this red offers blackberry, briar patch and white pepper flavors that build tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2034. 7,400 cases made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Advocate, 93 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eThe 2022 Zinfandel Black Chicken is one of the most potent wines in this range. Black cherry, plum, leather, tobacco, incense and licorice give this extroverted, generous Zinfandel tons of character. There is no shortage of intensity here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Vinous, 92 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eBlended from a number of vineyards, including some barrels from single vineyards that get \"declassified\" into this bottling, the 2022 Zinfandel Black Chicken comes from vines with an average age of 40 years. Raspberries and blackberries mark the nose, accompanied by hints of cracked pepper and ground clove, while the palate is medium to full-bodied, framed by silky tannins and finishing long and softly dusty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 91 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes_copy viewMoreModule js-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"GLWS Henry Fox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1382872259,"sku":"H 1B","price":49.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/products\/prod_image1_1036.png?v=1467057268"},{"product_id":"2022-daou-vineyards-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-paso-robles-usa-750ml","title":"2022 Daou Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, USA (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2022 vintage has a complex taste with hints of black currant, blackberry, cedar, and tobacco. These deep flavors make it perfect for fancy dinners or special events. Whether you're a wine expert or just enjoy a good drink, this wine offers a memorable experience. Enjoy the taste of California with each sip and enhance your wine collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiStack-root mui-style-1821gv5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiStack-root mui-style-xiq7hi\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body2 mui-style-1izmxor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiStack-root mui-style-14owxk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mui-style-144vlu9\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body2 mui-style-1izmxor\"\u003eFruit- and spice-driven, with aromas of blackberry compote, cigar box, cloves and violets. The palate is full-bodied with seamless tannins and integrated acidity, showing notes of blood plums, blueberries and graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body2 mui-style-1izmxor\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body2 mui-style-1izmxor\"\u003eThe 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a barrel sample of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon and 23% Petit Verdot maturing for 16 months in 50% new French oak and is due to be bottled in the spring of 2024. The nose offers wild berry fruit streaked with graphite and nuances of truffle, forest floor and oak spices. 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The wine expresses a distinctive Tuscan bouquet of violet, cherry, and plum, with aromas of chocolate and spice. Intense aromas of violet, blackberry, cherry, and ripe plum with intriguing notes of cinnamon and clove. Classic elegance and structure in which the fruit, tannins, and spices form a tightly woven balance, with a lingering finish of chocolate and coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and forthright Gallo Nero with a precise nose of red cherries, eucalyptus and licorice with balsamic nuances. A lush and supple palate with a full body and dense, velvety tannins that are precise and spicy. Crisp yet integrated acidity in the finish. Savory aftertaste. 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Fine bubbles feed a persistent mousse. A delicate nose with hints of fresh citrus and white flowers. The wine’s complexity is expressed in successive notes like vine peach and white fruits notes. A perfect balance between freshness and delicacy with fruity flavors very present on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fresh and pure wine is perfect for an apéritif. Its citrus and white fruits notes and its remarkable balance supported by a subtle effervescence, make it an ideal accompaniment to poultry and the finest fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 50% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich and layered with pie crust and dried apples. Hints of baked bread. Medium-bodied and structured with solid intensity. Lightly chewy with a flavorful finish. Some white pepper and just a hint of energetic bitterness. Reserve wines of 2019 and 2018. 52% chardonnay, 32% pinot noir and 16% pinot meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvoking aromas of menthol, white fruits, lemon oil and warm biscuits, the NV Brut La Cuvée possesses a medium to full-bodied, round and supple palate with good depth at the core and a charming, fresh, ethereal finish. For this release, the percentage of Chardonnay in this cuvée has been slightly increased, making it a blend of 52% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 13% Pinot Meunier. 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Since the inaugural vintage in 1998, founding winemaker Lynn Penner-Ash has drawn upon longstanding relationships with grower neighbors and friends, to source fruit from the most distinguished vineyards. The 2022 vintage explores six sub-AVAs, culminating in a Pinot Noir emblematic of the Willamette Valley, and of the Penner-Ash winemaking style – a textural experience from start to finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapturing the essence of Willamette Valley, this Pinot is elegantly structured and vibrant with acidity yet plush and polished. 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The cold ocean wind off of the Pacific whistles directly through the hills, on its way towards the desert. Located only 10 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Solomon Hills Estate's wines always show a special balance between bright and fruity tones, of which California are always know, and more secondary flavors of underbrush, dried florals and damp vegetation. They select a small portion of Pommard clone, planted in 1999, to highlight these less fruit dominated notes. Clones 115 and 667 give the fresh wild strawberry, pomegranate, and raspberry notes of which Pinot Noir from very cold regions is known. The free-draining soils lend to the direct tannins and the balance which comes from these elements is captivating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2019 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills is slightly lighter colored (which is common from this vineyard) and was raised in 45% new French oak. It offers a more spicy, herbal nose as well as beautiful red and black fruits, gunpowder, flint, rose petal, and spring flower aromas and flavors. Beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, and seamless on the palate, it's another flawlessly balanced, gorgeous wine from this team that knocks it out of the park.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis extremely coastal vineyard, which is the westernmost corner of the appellation, produces unique combinations of aroma and flavor. This bottling’s earthy nose pops with muddled mulberry and muddy cherry alongside both dewy and scorched sage. The palate is hearty and concentrated with rich, roasted plums and berries, spiced by anise and finishing on a mint-sprinkled meat flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Enthusiast, 95 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGorgeous nose of just-ripe red fruit, cherry, plum, sage, camphor and bouquet garni. Lifted, edgy palate with aromas following through as lingering fruit and savoury elements. A restrained style, with resolved, ripe tannins and a long finish. 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Silky tannins provide structure, while bright acidity lifts the rich fruit profile. A broad mid-palate gives way to a long, polished finish that lingers with quiet intensity. A vintage crafted for those who appreciate the art of patience and precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley was harvested between 4 September and 8 October. The blend comprises 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. After blending, it was barrel-aged for 24 months in American oak, 50% of which was new, followed by 14 months of bottle ageing prior to release. The wine is beautifully layered and highly fragrant, with remarkable precision and focus in this vintage. Medium- to full-bodied, it integrates the hallmark Silver Oak American spice character through cedarwood aromatics, elegant whispers of vanilla bean, and nuances of fresh fennel (from more refined American oak barrels crafted after precision trials of both seasoning and toasting from the American oak cooperage they own in Higbee, Missouri). Supple dark-cherry and blackberry fruit are framed by graphite minerality, violets and clove, building in richness and complexity across the palate. Suave and silken, the dark-berry fruit is wrapped in a tapestry of velvety tannins, gliding to a focused finish of brown baking spices and crisp, clean acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Decanter, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo full-bodied, ripe and robust, offering spicy, iron-like, black fruit aromas, with generous dark cherries on a firmly tannic palate. Concentrated black plum, graphite, black pepper, coffee bean, pine resin and oak toast flavors on a full body. The tannins are powerful and fine-grained, shaping the texture significantly at this stage. 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The supple entry leads to soft, but plentiful silky tannins which persist through the mid-palate and lengthy finish. This round, plush ‘L’Esprit des Pavots’ is more approachable now than its ‘Au Paradis’ and ‘Les Pavots’ counterparts but the 2021 vintage promises to improve for more than a decade in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blackberry and sage character comes through clearly, with some orange blossoms, graphite, dried tomatoes, green tobacco and stone. A rich and juicy red with lots of berry and chocolate character, with a full body and layered rich tannins. It’s flavorful yet hemmed in with firm yet rounded tannins. Muscular. 62% cabernet sauvignon, 25% cabernet franc, 7% merlot, and 6% petit verdot. 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Year after year, this is a “wow” wine, herbal, lightly spiced in oak, with a lovely creamy, velvety texture and a backbone of well-resolved tannin supporting a medium-bodied, balanced spirit of mountain garrigue. These wines typically age 20-25 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Jeb Dunnuck, 98 pts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fruit-driven example of Monte Bello coming from the warm 2022 vintage. There are layers of blackcurrants, black cherries, cedar, licorice, olive brine and spices on the nose. The palate is full-bodied with a seamless mouthfeel, fine tannins and bright acidity. Much to love for early drinking, but will age well. 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Aromatics of black cherry, dark raspberry, violets, and baking spice rise from the glass, underpinned by savory herbs and a distinct mineral edge. The palate is firm and deeply layered—generous fruit wrapped in fine-grained tannins, energized by the whole-cluster lift that’s signature to the house style. It’s a wine that carries its weight with grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis section of the Cristom estate was hit pretty hard with voles and they obliterated a big block of vines looking for water. The aromatics of fresh berries and fresh mint show the steep site's signature, taking twice the work of the rest of the single vineyards at Cristom. A balance of grace and power, this bottling was Steven Spurrier's favourite. The elegance overcomes the power of the site, with earth and forest floor aromas finishing the show. The palate is a marriage of ripeness with the savoury character and superb tannins that the vintage has given winemaker Daniel Estrin to work with. This is an ageable example of Oregon Pinot Noir with ripe berries, fresh bing cherry flesh and delicious notes of dried anise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Decanter, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfumed aromas of rose petals and potpourri, then a generous, velvety texture that carries black cherries, blueberries and hints of sour cherries, black tea and cocoa. Fermented with 49% whole clusters. 30% new oak. A warm but balanced and singular wine. Drink now or hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ripe ruby red color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Jessie Vineyard displays a more savory profile. Coming from the winery’s steepest vineyard site with a 33% grade, it has an elegant floral perfume of ripe berries, and the texture is supple, with ripe tannins and an approachable feel. It’s well-detailed, with a cushion of approachability, but it’s fully dry and has a savory undertone. Drink 2025-2040.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Pinot Noir Eileen Vineyard seduces with a sweetly spiced yet refined bouquet that blends cloves and cinnamon sticks with dusty rose, mint and bright cherries. Silken to the core and lifted in feel, this sweeps across the palate with grace, soothing with its juicy acidity as ripe red berry fruits slowly saturate. It's gently tannic and potent, leaving a staining of primary concentration while finishing dramatically long and classically dry. 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Fragrant and expressive on the nose, lovely scents and dark fruits. Smooth and crisp, silky but concentrated, such precision and detail straight away with succulent and juicy acidity. There’s concentration no doubt, it’s ripe and intense, the dark perfumed blackcurrants and black cherries give a serious backbone and tension to the wine, while the minty, stony freshness carries the flavour and gives the energy and definition. Excellently weighted on the palate, with structure and a mouthwatering sensation that comes in once the weight settles. So well constructed with a beautiful texture and overall integration of all the elements. Exceptional quality and drinkability on offer with a delicious salty, graphite and flint finish that puts you at the estate. Overlook this at your peril.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarrel Sample:\u003c\/b\u003e 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Decanter, 97 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDarker currants, leafy herbs, graphite, tobacco, and subtle orange zest-like nuances all emerge from the 2022 Château Branaire-Ducru, a ripe, concentrated, flawlessly balanced Saint-Julien. With medium to full-bodied richness, a concentrated, layered mouthfeel, and plenty of tannins, it's another no-brainer of a 2022 that readers will love to have in their cellar. The 2022 is 60.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31.5% Merlot, 5.5% Cabernet Franc, and the balance Petit Verdot, aged 18 months in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck, 97 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackcurrants and pencil shavings with such intense but subtle character on the nose. Some crushed stones as well. Full-bodied and dense with layers of polished tannins that are integrated and focused, creamy and caressing. Very long and persistent. 60.5% cabernet sauvignon, 31.5% merlot, 5.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Branaire-Ducru has turned out just as brilliantly as I had hoped. Offering up a deep bouquet of crème de cassis and blackberries mingled with pencil shavings, burning embers and cigar box, it's medium to full-bodied, velvety and unctuous, with a rich core of fruit, lively acids and sweet structuring tannins. Iterated and complete, it concludes with a long, broad finish. This blend of 60.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31.5% Merlot, 5.5% Cabernet Franc and 2.5% Petit Verdot is worth a special effort to seek out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\" class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate, 96 pts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mix of mulled boysenberry and blackberry fruit, dried violet, iris and lively licorice snap notes gives this a textbook and very aromatic St.-Julien profile. A sleek iron detail courses underneath, allowing the fruit to sail unhindered through the finish, flanked judiciously by singed apple wood. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eWine Spectator, 95 pts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AHD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29219495247985,"sku":"U 2A","price":69.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/files\/chateau.jpg?v=1774217916"},{"product_id":"2018-penfolds-st-henri-shiraz-south-australia-750ml","title":"2018 Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz, South Australia (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt Henri is a time-honored and alternative expression of Shiraz, and an intriguing counterpoint to Grange. It is unusual amongst high quality Australian red wines as it does not rely on any new oak. 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A blend of Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Port Lincoln, Robe, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills. Drink over the next decade or more.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 99 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 St Henri Shiraz is a terrific effort, perhaps rivaling the top-flight wines under this label in 1976 and 1986. Remarkably fine and silky in texture yet simultaneously dense and concentrated, it showcases the amazing fruit harvested in 2018. Boysenberry, mulberry and mocha shadings all swirl together effortlessly in a whorl of full-bodied elegance, finishing long and effortless. Mainly Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale, it includes smaller amounts of fruit from Port Lincoln, Robe, Padthaway, Clare Valley and the Adelaide Hills, all aged 12 months in large old wooden vats.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 pts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuicy blueberry and huckleberry fruit flavors at the core are accented by black and red licorice details, with dense, grippy tannins and notes of black pepper and Earl Grey tea. Impressive for its concentration and focus, along with its muscular structure. 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Lovely apple blossom and lemon zest aromas with juicy apple and Bartlett pear flavors on a foundation of lively acidity. An element of chalky, mineral notes adds complexity and freshness, giving a linear feel to this big, bold wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- James Suckling, 96 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch is a very pretty and expressive white. Tangerine peel, mint, white flowers and tropical overtones lend notable aromatic brightness. Blocked malolactic fermentation keeps the flavors lively, but there's also plenty of textural creaminess. This is a fine edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Vinous, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold, juicy expression, with pear drop, apple and apricot flavors that are juicy and intense. Details of wild fennel, grilled bread, crunchy sea salt, Meyer lemon zest, lemon thyme and ginger emerge on the fresh, juicy finish alongside a touch of yuzu. Drink now. 5,400 cases made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Spectator, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShafer's 2023 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch was bottled in July 2024 and was released in September. It's a distinctive style that eschews malolactic fermentation and marries barrel fermentation and maturation in new French oak (40%) with stainless steel drums (60%). Marked by bright pineapple and lime aromas, this full-bodied effort comes across as ripe and succulent while being fresh and zesty at the same time, with a lingering, citrusy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 93 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntriguing and attractive, this Chardonnay balances rich flavors with mouthwatering length for a succulent and enticing wine. Aromas and flavors of ripe white nectarine, peach, apple skin and pithy accents of white and pink grapefruit join with well-integrated spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Enthusiast, 93 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch shows a more elegant, Chablis-like vibe compared to prior vintages and offers up a terrific nose of ripe citrus, spice, honeysuckle, and subtle tropical nuances. These all carry to a medium-bodied, lively, vibrant Chardonnay that has good mid-palate depth, integrated yet notable acidity, and a great finish. I love it today, yet it should have a decade of longevity, if not more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck, 93 pts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLWS Henry Fox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29521805017201,"sku":"Z 1B","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/6837\/products\/ShafrChardSQ.png?v=1633353926"},{"product_id":"2021-chappellet-pritchard-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-usa-750ml","title":"2021 Chappellet Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER'S NOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChappellet's Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon has been, since the beginning of their winemaking career, the most sought after wine of their portfolio. The wine is truly a love letter to the winegrowing potential of Pritchard Hill. 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After a cool 2021, 2022 was marked by extreme heat, with temperatures between 35 and 40°C, more typical of the Mediterranean. Chateau Siran's vines have adapted well, but the climate is undeniably changing. With only 650 mm of rainfall instead of the usual 950 mm, yields were among the lowest at just 35 hl\/ha. Harvesting began early and rapid vinification produced a wine full of fruit, sweetness and freshness. Although the yield was low, the quality was exceptional. Will this be another legendary vintage, like 1982? 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A lovely Margaux to look out for with detail and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Decanter, 94 pts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHibiscus and iris accents are infused liberally throughout a core of mulberry and blackberry puree in this version. Black tea and sanguine hints add range on the fleshy finish, which ends with a lovely sweet cedar echo. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Wine Spectator, 94 pts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lead-pencil and dark-berry aromas are very persuasive here, and aromatic! Medium to full body with juicy fruit, velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. 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Made with fully destemmed fruit, the 2020 Barolo Monvigliero has an elegant nose with rose, red berry and dried herb. The mouthfeel in this warm vintage is quite generous, and the wine offers concentrated fruit, bold cherry flavors and sweet tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA darker expression of Barolo in 2020, featuring black cherry and black currant fruit, earth, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors. Dense and even slightly brooding, with burly tannins guarding the long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine Spectator, 94 pts. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComing from an esteemed site in Verduno, the 2020 Barolo Monvigliero is a dark ruby hue and opens to notes of ripe black raspberries, grenadine, candied roses, sweet soil, and fresh sage. 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The palate is brimming with class and extreme elegance, with sensations of Morello cherry and orange zest. The bright acidity provides superb balance and intensity, tannins are velvety and enveloping giving energetic zip to the finish. A Fantastic wine that brings a smile to your eyes and will offer years of pleasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurely one of the wines of the vintage, Biondi-Santi 2019 is balletic and dynamic, opening with a waft of balsamic herbs suffused with tobacco, black tea and blood orange. Bright, confident acidity underlines stony mid-palate sapidity and shy glimpses of gorgeous black cherry and blood orange. Vertically built with very fine, cashmere tannins, the balance and energy is nothing short of majestic. 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