96 The Tasting Panel

Fine-grained tannins are reminiscent of melted dark chocolate. Violets sprout on the seamless and streamlined midpalate, whose mouthfeel is akin to a velvet robe. The juicy dénouement is rich in blackberry ganache.

93 Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

"Beautifully fruited and complex, the bouquet shows ripe apricot, honeydew melon and oatmeal characters with a hint of vanilla nuance. The palate displays good weight and rich texture, wonderfully framed by bright acidity, finishing long and harmonious. At its best: now to 2029."

91 International Wine Report

“The 2021 Hidden Vines Cabernet Sauvignon of ripe plums and black cherries, layered with enticing aromas of warm spices, and hints of florals. On the palate, it displays a medium/full body with juicy dark fruit flavors laced with notes of spices and fresh-cut violets with an undertone of dark chocolate and subtle oak which all build into a velvety finish that lingers with a nice balance of dark fruits and hints of spices.”

91 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

Dark cherries and blackberries with notes of chocolate, walnuts and grilled herbs. Full-bodied, structured and compact, with velvety tannins and deep, dark berry succulence in the middle. Rich and creamy at the end. Better in two to three years.

94 Owen Bargreen - OwenBargreen.com

This beautiful new 2022 Pinot Nor comes from the ‘La Cruz Vineyard’ which neighbors the Pacific Ocean in the Sonoma Coast AVA. Lachini has now been sourcing from this site for many years, as this saw a small portion of whole cluster fermentation. The resultant wine is jam-packed full of flavor, with good underlying tension. Pretty red fruits collide with tobacco leaf, refined tannins and shades of white pepper all line the palate. Finishing long this might be the finest edition of this wine made yet. Drink 2023-2033

94 International Wine Report

Resting in 50% new French oak barrels for 14 months, the 2022 La Cruz Pinot Noir from Lachini pours a light purple-ruby core with a blueish rim. Immediately you are greeted with those wonderful Sonoma County Pinot notes of crushed huckleberries, blue plums, sweet Christmas spices, turned earth, graphite, and hints of graham cracker. Tannins are well-integrated and silky smooth while the perfect levels of acidity form the long finish. I love the fruit and earth notes you get on the mid-palate on the finish. 194 cases were produced.

94 Decanter

Rich, dark fruit and mint aromas lead to a palate of cherry, cassis, cigar box and elegant tannins.

93-94 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

This shows a lot of class for the appellation with chewy tannins that are fresh and focused. Crushed stone. Full to medium body with plenty of fruit and a structured finish.

93 Wine Enthusiast

If you enjoy the elegant coconut perfume issued by Bumble and bumble's Creme De Coco Shampoo, you must try this wine. A perfect coconut aroma blends seamlessly with icy lemon granita and aloe vera notes. A lightning bolt of acidity drives flavors like ripe nectarines, wet slate, rosemary and lime. Lather up.

93 Wine Enthusiast

A floral combination of freesia and fresh rosemary is matched in intensity by notes of boysenberries and a tangy note similar to green olives. Energetic acidity then lights up flavors like raspberry sorbet, lemon zest, cedar and nocino. This wine's mouthfeel is so juicy, you may reach for a napkin. Serve with salmon cakes and a side of sun-warmed cherry tomatoes.

90 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

"A dense and dark wine with aromas of black cherries and pine forest. Dark chocolate, spices and black pepper on the palate. Orange zest and this estate's pleasant signature of Aperol-like bitterness in the finish. Medium-bodied. Drink or hold." - Courtney Humiston

94 Decanter

Pretty, floral violet aromatics; palate of fine oak, supple tannins, fresh acidity and plush, dark fruit.

93 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

Light and delicate, with crunchy fruit and flint, cranberry and raspberry aromas and flavors. Light-bodied and spicy at the end. Crunchy, crisp and bright. A joy to drink everyday. Drink now.

92 Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The Fattoria le Pupille 2024 Morellino di Scansano is led by Sangiovese with small percentages of Alicante and Ciliegiolo that bring extra brightness and energy. In Maremma, complex soils of volcanic deposits layered with ancient marine sediments define the character of the region, and for this wine, the Sangiovese is planted on sandstone soils that enhance elegance and aromatic lift, while other parcels feature pietra serena, red clays and limestone matched carefully to the appropriate variety. The bouquet offers redcurrant, myrtle and fragrant herbal notes of fresh rosemary and thyme, evoking the herb garden that lines the walkway to the estate’s newly inaugurated tasting room and visitor center. This wine offers phenomenal value.

91 Wine Enthusiast

The nose is a mix of crunchy red fruit and flowers, as cherries mingle with peonies, plus a touch of orange peel for texture and density. Strawberries and raspberries join more cherries on the palate, with earth and bitter citrus underneath. Fresh and vibrant.

90 Jeb Dunnuck - jebdunnuck.com

The 2023 Pinot Noir Lylee pours a bright red color and offers notes of cherries, fresh herbs, roses, and dusty earth. The palate offers a chalky-textured grip to its tannins, balanced acidity, and a refreshing, medium-bodied frame. It’s a nicely styled Pinot Noir that can be enjoyed now or over the next 4-5 years.

90 Decanter

The Lylee tells the story of the estate site, and all 8 acres of Pinot Noir, with fruit coming from each of the five blocks. The oldest plantings are from 1997. The estate has a mix of clones, 115, 777 Pommard Wadensvil. Black tea, earth and juicy bramble fruits, and dessicated rose petals. Dark red berries and sweet earth on the palate, with ample structure. There is a grippiness to the wines, and a touch of rusticity to this wine, in the most elegant sense. 17% new oak for 10 months.

95 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

"Dark-fruited notes of blackberries, cassis, dried herbs, violets and anise. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and a generous texture, giving flavors of dark cherries, spices and blueberry bush. Very seamless and soft, with a serious undertone. Delicious. Drink or hold. Screw cap."

92 Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

This is immediately appealing on the nose with dark plum, sweet cherry, warm spice and assorted nut characters. The palate is equally attractive with excellent weight and plump mouthfeel, well framed by silky tannins, finishing persistent and flavoursome. At its best: now to 2029.