95+ Point Wines

Dark cassis and black cherry lead with a violet lift and graphite undertone. Sleek yet powerful on the palate, ripe black fruit is framed by fine, cocoa-powder tannins and subtle notes of espresso and cedar spice. Polished and cellar-worthy, it finishes with length and precision.

This bottling is comprised Chardonnay from four vineyards within the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. 3D, Machado, Hapgood, and Perilune vineyards all contribute to the wine which exhibits a drive, richness and pedigree expressive of our special growing area coupled with the purity of fruit and firm structure which have been...

The 2022 Pinot Noir Latchkey Vineyard is from 18-year-old vines grown on ancient volcanic soils. A bit deeper ruby red, it’s aromatic of black raspberries, rosemary, pressed flowers, and anise. Medium to full-bodied, it is ripe with a rounded, plush, approachable feel, but it has seamless structure and is going...

Celebrating its milestone 45th anniversary (1978–2023), the Pieropan 2023 Soave Classico La Rocca shines with golden intensity and offers a compelling bouquet that draws from both the character of Garganega and from careful oak aging. This 100% Garganega is aged in 500-liter French and Slavonian oak for 15 months. Varietal...

This astonishing Chateauneuf-du-Pape has the enormous aromatic complexity and subtlety that we expect from Grand Cru red Burgundies. Enormous concentration and ample richness on the palate, and the structure behind this is no less impressive. Stacks of very fine tannins. The black and red berry fruit washes over you in...

Martin Ray Winery, located in the heart of Sonoma County, is renowned for its dedication to crafting wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. The Synthesis Cabernet Sauvignon is a testament to this philosophy, blending grapes from select vineyards to create a harmonious expression of the varietal. This...

One Point Five is our signature Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the timeless elegance of top Napa Valley vineyards. This wine honors the founding partnership of John and Doug Shafer, who said they’d worked together so long theirs wasn’t a second-generation story but a generation and a half.

Mineral Springs Ranch (MSR) is a 250-acre Biodynamic farm and vineyard in the heart of Oregon wine country. Mineral Springs Vineyard consists of 50 acres of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay situated along the ridgeline of the property. The combination of respectful farming, ancient marine soils, and temperate climate, result in...

Rise of Thunder:
Located on the right bank of the Serein, bank of the Grands Crus, the Montée de Tonnerre is certainly the most prestigious and sought-after of the Chablis Premier Crus.Isn't it sometimes said that the Montée de Tonnerre is the 8th Grand Cru?:

The wine offers a beautifully complex nose with powerful aromas of ripe red fruits, including cherry and raspberry, blended with spicy notes of black pepper and licorice, alongside subtle hints of scrubland. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a silky texture and fine, flavorful tannins, culminating in a long,...

DuMol, a renowned winery in California, is celebrated for its meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to producing high-quality wines. The DuMol Pinot Noir Wester Reach is a testament to their expertise, showcasing the elegance and complexity of the Pinot Noir varietal. Sourced from the prestigious Russian River Valley, this wine benefits...

For this vintage, we crafted a distinct Bordeaux blend, composed primarily of malbec and merlot, rounding out the blend with with cabernet sauvignon and small amounts of cabernet franc, and petit verdot. The ripe red fruit characters are structured by silky seamless tannins, showcasing an elegant density to the blen
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Vietti is a renowned winery located in the Piedmont region of Italy, known for its exceptional Barolo wines. The Vietti Barolo Castiglione is crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, which thrives in the unique terroir of the Barolo appellation. The wine undergoes traditional fermentation and is aged in oak barrels, which...

On a hillside at the entrance to Margaux, in the heart of the Médoc, Château Lascombes is a Second Growth from the 1855 classification with a long history, characterized by pioneering owners and a terroir that reflects all the characteristics of the appellation.  Since 2022, an ambitious family-oriented renewal has...

Carmes de Rieussec is the second wine of Château Rieussec, a prestigious estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. Known for its sweet wines, Château Rieussec crafts Carmes de Rieussec with a blend predominantly featuring Sémillon, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The wine undergoes fermentation and aging...