"When I first tasted this wine I was thinking to myself how sad it was that Merlot had become a bad word in America because this may be the best $50 wine I have tasted on this Bordeaux trip! The 2006 Secrets blows away the 2005 which Tanzer scored 90-93 and was mor (more...)

"Fashioned from a blend similar to the 2004, the brilliant, fuller-bodied 2005 Bourriquot displays classic notes of menthol, mint, black currants, blueberries, and raspberries, terrific fruit on the attack, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, silky tannin, and a lon (more...)

"We just looked at each other and we knew! Ian Dorin and I were in Bordeaux earlier this year and stumbled on a wine that rocked our socks, came from one of the great vintages of all time, had some age to it so it drank like silk and was under $20! We knew we just (more...)

"This may be the ultimate French collaboration. Possibly the best winemaker in Bordeaux (Stephan Derenoncourt) pairing with the owner of possibly the best restaurant in France (L'Ami Louis). This newly revamped winery is turning out excellent wine in only it's firs (more...)

"This cuvee is a stouter version of the classic wine of Montviel. Bolder tannins, more lively acids and good fruit lead way to the classic green olive and herb notes of Merlot grown in Pomerol. This should last for 15+ years, and is an absolute steal at this price! (more...)

"This is the first vintage in which renowned winemaker Stephan Derenoncourt had total control of the production of the winery. If you thought previous vintages were great, you are in for a serious ride with the 2006. His influence is undeniable for it's elegance, p (more...)

"Chateau Balthus is a stunning project from Yves Vatelot (owner of Chateau Reignac) is now in it's 5th vintage, and has gotten better every vintage. The inaugural release of the La Reserve bottling is off and running right out of the box. This elegant and complex M (more...)

"Of all the La Reserves that I put together the L'eglise is no doubt the most explosive and the one I really took all the great fruit ;) and the good fruit scored super well with Parker, so imagine. The biggest difference between the regular cuvee and this effort i (more...)

Pale yellow. Aromas of mirabelle, licorice, menthol and flowers. Brisk, juicy and penetrating, if a bit youthfully unforthcoming in the middle. Reasonably firm acids give this fresh wine a solid backbone and good finishing grip..

"Incredibly youthful and vibrant, with excellent freshness and verve. The crispness brings on notes of lemons, limes, orange zest, apple, pear and subtle toasty notes keep it all in check. Drink this now for it's liveliness or let it age to become more round, rich (more...)

"Made in a very forward style, the 2004 Clos l'Eglise offers sweet mocha-infused black raspberry and chocolate cherry-like fruit in its intense aromatics. In the mouth, it is pure silk, medium-bodied, and beautifully concentrated with no hard edges. Filled with sen (more...)

"2007 promises to be an exemplary vintage of great early drinkability as well as good cellaring. This incredible Napa Valley estate rolls out yet another well made offering. This won't hang around for long, so make sure to grab what you can!"

"Another up-and-coming but little known estate from the Cotes du Ventoux, this could well be one of the next hot cult wines from Provence given the quality of this release. A blend of 75% Grenache and the rest Syrah, Carignan, and Cinsault, the wine has a deep ruby (more...)

"The exceptional conditions of light and the hot sun of Alentejo, together with the humid Atlantic breezes blowing from Northwest, combined with the unique schistous and vulcanic nature of the soil constitute the origin for the outstanding character of the wines fr (more...)

"This is a more crisp and clean style rose. Notes of peach, mango, apricot, orange zest, apple, quince and just a hint of fresh bread round out this well made, medium style rose. Should age well too!"

Please note, this is a 375ml bottle!"Pale yellow. Aromas of mirabelle, licorice, menthol and flowers. Brisk, juicy and penetrating, if a bit youthfully unforthcoming in the middle. Reasonably firm acids give this fresh wine a solid backbone and good finishin (more...)

"Very aromatic, showing orange peel and plum, with hints of prune. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, rich finish. This is really rich in the end, with loads of attractive, ripe fruit. Best after 2012. 1,000 cases made."

"Like an orange Creamsicle, with a dash of vanilla, this is rich, supple and tangy at once. Great harmony and texture is punctuated by the bright acidity as this strides to a lingering finish. Drink now through 2025. 500 cases made."

"Insanely good value, even at this price. This is cut from the cloth of a Clio or a Numanthia; killer good wine in the bottle, huge potential for good scores and a reasonable price. Super ripe, complex and well balanced enough with earth, this fantastic wine needs (more...)

"The massive 1994 is unquestionably the finest Dow I have tasted since the 1977. This opaque purple-colored wine is not as developed or flamboyant as Fonseca, but it is super-concentrated and multi-layered, with huge masses of fruit and some tannin in the finish. T (more...)

"Medium yellow. Sweeter aromas of yellow peach, butter, vanilla, hazelnut and menthol; very Meursault. Then juicy and firmly built, with lemony acidity and a mineral component contributing firmness and vivacity. This really resounds on the mineral-driven back end. (more...)

"Deep red. Smoky black raspberry and cherry aromas display good ripeness and depth, with baking spices and fresh flowers adding energy. Fleshy red and dark berry preserve flavors are chewy and palate-staining, gaining energy and spicy lift on the close. Light, yout (more...)

"Very expressive aromas, black fruit, attractive. Serious wine, very good tannic structure, round but firm, good weight in the middle of the palate and good length. Very good. Up to 5 years." Five Stars - DECANTER!

"A well defined, racy style, featuring pure citrus, white peach and spice flavors, all augmented by a mineral essence. It's on the dry side and vinous,with a refined texture, intensity and a lingering spice and mineral aftertaste. Best from 2012 through 2035."

"The 2006 Gigondas Valbelle stylistically represents a transition between the masculine Le Claux and the more feminine Le Poste. Dense ruby/purple with fabulous ripeness, great fruit purity, plenty of boysenberry, blackberry, and cherry notes intermixed with licori (more...)