95+ Point Wines

2023 is a dream vintage, a magnificent, perfectly-balanced reward for all the hard work of the teams at Yquem. Because blessings only happen when the conditions are just right. The Greek word apotheosis is used to describe “an event or undertaking which finishes in brilliant or extraordinary fashion”. The 2023...

Family owned since its founding in 1961, Heitz Cellar’s legacy runs as deep as the roots throughout the Napa Valley; a winery legend that has helped shape the history of Napa Valley winemaking. In the late 1950s, pioneering vintner Joe Heitz ushered in Napa’s modern era with his iconic, globally...

This spectacular vineyard has created in the past some of the greatest Barbaresco and it has a strong following all over the world. The main part of the Asili vineyard is a protected bowl facing South/West, next to Pora, but farther away from the river and the valley influence with...

This blends 30% grenache blanc, 30% clairette, 30% roussane, 5% bourboulenc, 5% piquepoul from vines averaging 50 years, and across a blend of the 4 main soil types of the AOC (sand, clay, limestone, and galets). Pouring a shining deep yellow, this leads with fragrant white peach, perfumed orchard blossoms,...

Penfolds RWT Shiraz presents an admirable alternative to the multi-regional sourcing and American oak maturation that are hallmarks of Grange, expressing instead, single-region Barossa Valley Shiraz matured only in French oak. Its style is opulent and fleshy, contrasting with Grange, which is more muscular and assertive. RWT is made from...

The Loibenberg is one of the steepest and most barren terraced vineyards in Loiben. This site is also one of the largest continuous individual vineyard sites in the Wachau, almost entirely south-facing, sun-blessed and warm. During the day the sun warms up the dry-stone terraces, and this retained heat is...

2022 Ridge Lytton Springs 50th AnniversaryThe 2022 Lytton Springs 50th Anniversary is composed of 67% Zinfandel, 19% Petite Sirah, 11% Carignane and 3% Alicante Bouschet. It opens with initial touches of glossy new American oak—dill and toasted coconut—and gives way to kaleidoscopic black and red plums, cherries and berries, plus...

Each wine is made in the signature Jayson Woodbridge style and has range of expressions based upon the selection of unique micro-vineyard blocks, dappled across the Western Sonoma Coast of California.

Innovative by tradition:
From the Chardonnay vineyards that surround Villa Margon comes this vintage Trentodoc whose maturation in oak adds richness and extraordinary complexity of flavor.

Clos des Ursules is a historic Beaune vineyard and key to the Jadot origin story as the first parcel acquired in 1826. The vineyard is a sub-climate of the Vignes Franches terroir and is divided into two sections (upper & lower) with a landmark stone hut in the center. Soils...

Andremily Wines, a boutique winery known for its meticulous craftsmanship, produces the EABA Red Blend, a testament to their dedication to quality and expression of terroir. This red blend showcases a harmonious composition of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Viognier, sourced from select vineyards in California's Central Coast, particularly the Santa Barbara...

Beaux Freres is a renowned winery located in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, known for its dedication to producing high-quality Pinot Noir wines. The Beaux Freres Pinot Noir is crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, showcasing the unique terroir of the region. The winemaking process involves meticulous hand-harvesting and sorting, followed...

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion is a prestigious winery located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, France. Known for its unique blend and meticulous winemaking techniques, the growing season is a testament to the estate's commitment to quality. This wine is crafted predominantly from Cabernet Franc, complemented by Merlot and a...

Looking at the Grand Vin, the 2022 Château Smith Haut Lafitte checks in as a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that was raised in 60% new French oak. Reminding me of a more elegant version of the 2010, it has...

Jordan Vineyard & Winery, located in the heart of Sonoma County's Alexander Valley, is renowned for its elegant and balanced wines. The Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, with small amounts of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec to enhance complexity. The wine is aged in a...