92 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

Bright and lifted aromas of blueberries, blackcurrants, violets and raspberry coulis. The palate is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, a textural mouthfeel and a finish of licorice, blackberries and bitter chocolate. Succulent and focused. Drink or hold.

97 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

An intense and expressive wine with aromas of Parma violets, potpourri and vibrant minerality. Full-bodied, super concentrated and supple, with firm yet velvety tannins and refreshing acidity. The finish shows a solid structure and a polished aftertaste. Poised and balanced. Drink or hold.

95 Kerin O'Keefe - kerinokeefe.com

Aromas of ripe berry, wild rose, eucalyptus and dark spice lead the nose on the bold 2021 Brunate from Francesco Rinaldi. Firmly structured and full-bodied, the intense palate delivers mature black cherry extract, cool menthol and cinnamon before an anisette finish. Drink 2030-2041.

94 Jeb Dunnuck - jebdunnuck.com

Deep ruby/plum-hued, the 2022 Côte Rôtie Amethyste brings terrific richness and concentration, with ripe red and black fruits as well as violets, smoked meats, rose petals, and incense nuances. Fermented with more stems than usual and aged in demi-muids, it's medium to full-bodied, has a layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. This complex, floral, seamless Côte Rôtie will keep for two decades or more. Drink 2025-2045.

93 Yohan Castaing - Robert Parker's the Wine Advocate

Aromas of dark wild berries, spices, blood and dark cherries preface the 2022 Cote Rotie Amethyste, a medium to full-bodied, fleshy and structured Côte-Rôtie framed by powdery tannins and a dense, vibrant core of fruit. It concludes with a long, ethereal and licorice-inflected finish and was crafted from different estate plots. Fermentation was with 80% whole clusters, and it matured in used barrels. Perfectly crafted, this Côte-Rôtie is a wine that invariably rewards patience.

93 Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

Packed with black fruits and balanced acidity, this is the second wine of Quinta do Vale Meão. Aged for 14 months in wood, its fruit is rich while also having freshness. The wine's name comes from the massive horseshoe bend in the Douro that forms the boundary of the estate. Drink from 2026. — Roger Voss

90 Wine Spectator

Sleek and pure, with fresh Meyer lemon, orange zest, apple and tangerine flavors that are crisp and elegant. Accents of lemon basil, tarragon and fennel add aromatic lift on the clean and crisp finish. Drink now. 23,659 cases made.

91 Joe Czerwinski - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The price of Whitehall Lane's 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon has gone up 20% since I reviewed the 2019, but past experience is that savvy shoppers may be able to find it slightly discounted. It still represents a decent value in the realm of Napa Cabernet. Black cherries and dusty loam notes are joined by hints of sage and thyme plus barrel-derived accents of vanilla and maple syrup. Medium to full-bodied, it's silky and supple, easy to drink, yet with enough structure to partner rare beef.

91 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

The nose is deeply scented and giving, with aromas of blackberries, mocha and cedar. The palate is full-bodied with firmly integrated tannins and acidity, showing notes of bramble berries, blackcurrants and cigar box. Densely structured with underlying freshness. Drink or hold.

96 Antonio Galloni - Vinous

"The 2023 Dolinsek Ranch Heritage Wine is a wild, exotic wine. Red cherry, kirsch, apricot, mint, blood orange, spice, rose petal and sweet spice all grace this layered, silky Zinfandel-based field blend from vines planted in 1910. The presence of some white grapes adds character. The Dolinsek is such a distinctive wine, one that truly soars in 2023."

94 Erin Brooks - Robert Parker's the Wine Advocate

"The 2023 Zinfandel Dolinsek Ranch Heritage comes from Zinfandel vines interplanted in 1910 with smaller portions of Alicante Bouschet, Barbera, Syrah, Black Muscat and other varieties. From grapes harvested very late on October 13, it has inviting aromas of red and black cherries and berries, wildflowers and spice. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated yet detailed flavors. It’s framed by soft, silky tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, spicy finish. It opens dramatically with air and will benefit from 3-5 years in the cellar."

92 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

Aromas of fresh red fruit, grapefruit peel, spices and crushed stones. Firm and lightly austere, it has a medium body and chewy tannins with a dry, zesty finish. Try from 2027.

94 Aldo Fiordelli - Senior Editor - JamesSuckling.com

"Subtle complexity with bright, elegant strawberries, lemon zest, light toast and chalky depth. No leafy aromas. Tight and intense long bubbles with racy acidity and a polished, filigreed finish. Disgorged December 2024. Drink or hold."

96 Kerin O'Keefe - kerinokeefe.com

Rose, mint and a whiff of forest floor accent primary aromas of ripe red berry on the gorgeous 2021 Capalot from rising star Cristian Boffa. Made with grapes grown in the Capalot MGA in La Morra, the elegant, vibrant palate delivers ripe raspberry, succulent red cherry, cinnamon stick and licorice accompanied by taut, refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it well balanced and loaded with energy. Drink 2030–2041. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe March 2025

16 Jancis Robinson's Purple Pages

Quite firm bitter-cherry impression but with good life and bite. Not a centrepiece wine but a very creditable red 2023. GV (JR)

93 Wine Enthusiast

There's a radiance to this wine that reflects its unique, ultra-cool-climate region. A gravelly, stony mineral note appears at first sniff, but give it some aeration in glass and it fleshes out with plump red berries, white pepper and potpourri. Tart cherry acidity adds tang to the midweight palate. It's tightened up by herby, distinctively textured tannins that conjure the sensation of licking gravel. The red fruit wins out, though, lingering on the finish. Drink now–2028.

93 Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier - CamDouglasMS.com

Delicious, bright, fresh, youthful and ready. Aromas and flavours of fresh brown pears and yellow apple, there’s a layer of white spice and honeysuckle, lees and florals. Youthful on the palate, dry with a decent squeeze from acidity and leesy spice highlights, a contrasting tickle of residual sweetness balances the palate and flavours immediately lengthening the impacts of structure and fruit flavours. Nicely framed and tasty with honeysuckle and core pomaceous fruit flavours. Best from late 2025 through 2029.

91 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

White nectarines, quince and lemons on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied with focused acidity, giving notes of orange rind, ginger root and mandarins. Balanced and fresh. Drink now. Screw cap

90 Neal Martin - Vinous Media

A blend of Swartland, Hemel and Stellenbosch fruit, the 2023 Pinotage has a delightful bouquet with mulberry and light blueberry scents, fine definition and purity. Maybe you would not guess it was Pinotage if tasted blind. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity and a caressing texture, with a touch of black olive tapenade on the grainy textured finish. Very fine.