95 Antonio Galloni - Vinous

"The 2020 Lessona is a classy, polished wine. Macerated cherry, mint, rose petal, pomegranate and tangerine peel lift from the glass. The 2022 is wonderfully fresh and translucent, with relatively soft contours that make it an absolute joy to taste today. I especially admire the wines vibrancy."

97 Joaquín Hidalgo - Vinous Media

"The 2013 Reserva Viña Tondonia is a blend of 70% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha and 10% Graciano and Mazuelo, grown in the calcareous soils of the Tondonia meander in Rioja Alta. Aged extensively in American oak, it offers restrained black fruit, wild herbs, balsamic hints and sweet spices with gentle cedar and vanilla notes. Medium-bodied with chalky grip and a layered, tertiary finish, this is a benchmark classic—refined, enduring and unmistakably Tondonia."

92 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

A well-balanced, seductive and lively red with aromas of forest berries, red currants, warm herbs and some crushed peppercorns. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Juicy berry character with a lift of spices bringing energy and vitality on the palate and onto the tactile finish. Drink now.

91 Wine Enthusiast

Aromas of black cherry, pomegranate, fresh figs and top soil create a nose that's tangy, but with depth. Blackberries headline the palate, while undertones of dark chocolate and more earth provide balance. Tannins are firm yet flexible, and acid is vibrant.

91 Antonio Galloni - Vinous

The 2022 Chianti Classico Berardenga is superb. Rich and deep yet also quite translucent, the 2022 is an archetype of Castelnuovo Berardenga. Black cherry, leather, spice, tobacco, menthol and dried herbs inform this potent, super-classic Chianti Classico. This is beautifully done, especially for the year.

90 Wine Spectator

Walking the line between cherry and berry flavors and earth and iron notes, this red is bright and juicy midpalate, firming up on the long finish. Balanced overall, needing a year to knit together. Best from 2026 through 2033. 22,000 cases made, 6,500 cases imported.

97 Kerin O'Keefe - kerinokeefe.com

Camphor, rose, dark spice and forest berry aromas propel out of the glass on the intensely fragrant 2021 Rocche dell'Annunziata from Francesco Rinaldi. Showing pedigree and extreme elegance, the full-bodied, delicious palate boasts a weightless finesse, delivering layers of ripe Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, dried mint and star anise accompanied by present but refined tannins. A wonderful expression of this celebrated MGA in La Mora, it's well balanced, with bright acidity. What a beauty. Drink 2031–2046

93 Wine Enthusiast

Guava and papaya, lemongrass, and a squeeze of salted lime deliver a complex of palate stimulating and delicious flavor. Persistent, mouthwatering acidity carries a silken mouthfeel through a distinctive and refined Sauvignon Blanc. This wine is enjoyable now but will also continue to gain complexity in the bottle if held in cellar. Enjoy!

98 Antonio Galloni - Vinous

Giacosa’s 2007 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is flamboyant, exotically ripe and stunning in its absolute beauty. Bright red cherry fruit, rose petal, violet and mint abound in a spellbinding, utterly thrilling Barbaresco. I have always adored the 2007. Once again, it is pure magic.

98 James Suckling - Jamessuckling.com

This will be in the market in 2012. This is full and rich with irresistible silky tannins. This brings more substance and richness than the white label. Lay this down until 2016. 10,000 bottles

97 Antonio Galloni - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"The 2007 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is sweet, perfumed and totally gorgeous in its round, sensual fruit. Silky, elegant tannins frame the long, harmonious finish. Stylistically the 2007 is most similar to the 2004, although it seems to have more exuberant, opulent fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2037."

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.