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2021 Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma, California

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Deliciously approachable with a reputation for delivering “serious bang for the buck” according to Jeb Dunnuck, the powerful 94 pt. 2021 Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific vintage for this B-21 favorite, an easy to enjoy California Cab revealing fresh, savory fruit with velvety smooth tannins, crafted exclusively from Beringer’s estate vineyards at an unbeatable price.

Celebrating over 40 years as an AVA, Knights Valley is situated between Healdsburg and Calistoga in a narrow valley at the foot of Mount St. Helena bordering the Mayacamas mountain range that divides Sonoma and Napa Counties, its vineyards known for producing powerfully elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and home to some of the region's most sought after cult Cab producers including Peter Michael Winery. Recognizing its potential for growing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Beringer was among the first wineries post-prohibition to farm grapes in Knights Valley over a half century ago, releasing its inaugural Knights Valley-designated wine in 1974 nearly a decade before the region was made an official AVA and crafting the first Knights Valley Cabernet in 1976. Spanning 600 acres northwest of the winery, Beringer’s sustainably farmed Knights Valley vineyard is planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of other Bordeaux varietals in well-draining, rocky alluvial soils, enjoying the warmest daytime temperatures in Sonoma with cool evenings that preserve the grapes’ acidity. Crafted as a Bordeaux-style blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot, winemaker Ryan Rech aged the robust 2021 Beringer Knights Valley Cab for 15 months in 33% new French oak, yielding fresh, juicy fruit boasting signature Knights Valley notes of wild sage, mocha and black olive with ripe tannins built to age and an enticing smooth, velvety finish that begs for another sip.

Described as a “potent, bold Knights Valley Cabernet” offering “tons of immediacy and appeal” by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, the richly satisfying 94 pt. 2021 Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley is an undervalued gem among its pricey Knights Valley peers, a smooth and satisfying Cab with a backbone for aging affordably priced to enjoy without hesitation.

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A mix of red and black fruits with lavender and fresh herbs followed by vanilla, blanched almonds and a hint of black ink and pencil lead. Full-bodied, firm and juicy tannins with good acidity backbone. Sound and harmonious wine with beautiful drinkability. Terrific quality. This needs two or three years to take the edge off it.

94 points, James Suckling (Dec 2023)

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Andre Clouet Brut Grande Reserve (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Bouzy, Champagne, France

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As the head of the historic Champagne house named for his grandfather Andre Clouet, larger than life vigneron Jean-François Clouet is considered by critics as one of the top grower-producers in the region. Jean-François' flamboyant personality, dubbed by one reviewer as a combination of "winemaker and circus ringmaster," belies his serious dedication and singular passion for producing rich and concentrated expressions of Pinot Noir-based Champagne, also known as Blanc de Noirs. From the outstanding 91pt non-vintage Grande Reserve to the exceptional 96pt Brut 1911, the champagnes of Andre Clouet exhibit the purity of the Pinot Noir fruit, with terroir-driven chalky minerality and deep complexity, ranking Andre Clouet among the region's finest producers and representing one of its best values.

Inextricably tied to Champagne's history, the Clouet family have resided in the Montagne de Reims since 1492, first serving as book printers for King Louis XV in 1491 (a legacy now reflected in the Champagne house's ornate labels), producing their first champagne in Bouzy in 1741. Highlighting the Grand Cru pedigree of their 8 hectares of mid-slope sites in Bouzy and Ambonnay, the top cuvees are sourced from these estate vineyards, with additional Pinot Noir purchased from 60 hectares of growers' vineyards and each plot vinified separately. While upholding his family's traditional approach in the vineyard including hand pruning and selection, Francois continues to innovate in the cellar, including employing Sauternes barrels sourced from Château Doisy-Daëne for aging the Brut 1911 as a way of reducing the dosage, with the goal of adjusting sweetness without adding sugar. Exhibiting a gentle mousse and refined bubbles, the wines of André Clouet also boast notably creamy textures due to Jean-François' practice of extended aging on the lees, balancing crisp acidity and tantalizing minerality.

While Andre Clouet remains relatively under the radar among the grower-producers in Champagne, these highly rated selections are among the best Blanc de Noir wines of the region, at a fraction of the price of prestige offerings from the larger Champagne houses like Krug and Bollinger. With the holiday season quickly approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on an array of the exquisite, artisanal Champagnes of Andre Clouet, one of the finest grower estates in the region today, whether for everyday enjoyment, celebrations or gifting and now offered at the best pricing on the market.

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The effusive nose of candied citrus, ripe pear and brioche pulls you into this fresh and creamy champagne that hits all the pleasure buttons for a non-vintage Brut. Then the chalky freshness at the finish pulls you back for another sip. Excellent balance! 100% pinot noir. Drink now.

93 points, James Suckling (Jul 2022)

Incredible value for a blanc de noirs (100% Pinot Noir) grower Champagne from the grand cru vineyards of Bouzy. It shows gorgeous aromas of stone fruit, citrus and strawberry, with complex brioche nuances, remarkable balance, ongoing elegance and a rich, refined, persistent finish.

92 points, Stacy Slinkard, Decanter (Mar 2021)

The NV Brut Grand Réserve Grand Cru is a pure Pinot Noir from Bouzy. It's pure, fresh, fine and aromatic on the nose and round and delicate on the palate. The fruit-intense finish is chalky-mineral and stimulatingly fresh in its salty finesse and elegant yeastiness. Nice lemon juice flavors give an extra kick of refreshment. This is a picture-book NV Brut. No indication of disgorgement given. Tasted with Jean-François Clouet's German importer in Bremen.

91 points, Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate (Apr 2021)

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2020 Penfolds Shiraz Bin 28 (750ml)

Shiraz from South Australia, Australia

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Known by fans of Australian Shiraz for its muscular, boldly structured wines, Penfolds’ 94+ pt. 2020 Shiraz Bin 28 delivers rich, ripe generous dark fruit and velvety, plush tannins, sourced from a blend of multi-regional and multi-vineyard fruit in the same manner as the flagship Grange and crafted in the same “distinctly powerful style” according to Vinous critic Josh Raynolds at an affordable price.

Dating back to 1884, Penfolds' founders Dr. Christopher Penfold and his wife Mary were among the first to establish vineyards in Adelaide, planting vine cuttings they brought from France and England near the village of Magill around a stone cottage they called The Grange, originally crafting the wine as a "tonic" for the doctor’s patients. Expanding into the next century as a leader in the Australian wine industry, Penfolds' pioneering winemaker Max Schubert crafted the initial release of Bin 28 in 1959, named for the Bin or “Batch Identification Number” referring to its storage area in Penfolds' cellars and sourced from the historic Barossa Valley Kalimna vineyard. Now blending Shiraz from four diverse regions with nearly half still coming from the Barossa Valley, winemaker Matt Woo aged the 2020 Penfolds Shiraz Bin 28 for 12 months in 16% new American oak casks, yielding lush floral and spice aromas with layers of earthy dark fruit and well-integrated tannins promising longevity

Exhibiting Penfolds' “remarkable mix of character, consistency and value” according to the Wine Spectator’s Harvey Steiman, the powerfully built 94+ pt. 2020 Penfolds Shiraz Bin 28 showcases this iconic producer's famously rich and robust style, certain to please Aussie Shiraz fans and delivering outstanding value.

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The Barossa has the ability to convey a sense of place, dirt and air in the glass. The trick is to not get in the way—a cooper does not terroir make. Despite not being the dominant region in this blend (for specificity: McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway and Clare Valley), the Barossa makes a potent contribution. Here, in the 2020 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz, the concentrated, dry and warm vintage is on show and provides a splay of earthy, dense fruit, stretched over a framework of savory tannin. Despite Penfolds's reputation for big tannins/big oak, the fruit here overpowers both and streams out over the long finish. The heart of Barossa is here. Very good. Will get better.

94+ points, Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate (Jul 2022)

Ripe and generous, but the aromatics take this to the next level, with notes of cardamom, paprika and dried rose petal, plus touches of candied violet and cocoa powder, to complement the core of fleshy blackberry, black cherry and cassis. The tannins are dense but velvety, and this finishes with warm chocolaty notes. Drink now through 2035. 9,287 cases imported.

94 points, MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator (Dec 2022)

Sourced from vineyards in McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway and Clare Valley. Matured for 12 months in American hogsheads (16% new). Penfolds' team of winemakers have come up with an improbably fluid wine that has entirely unexpected elements of grace. All the components of fruit, oak, tannins and acidity – the last particularly important – are in synergistic union. No blowing of trumpets here.

94 points, James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion (Aug 2022)

A homage to warmer-region, South Australian shiraz, this has a rich and smooth delivery of ripe blackberries and red-to-dark plums on the nose. The wine has taken its 12 months in American oak (16% new) well and truly in its stride. Plush and suave mouth-feel here, this is effortless and a style that sits right in the Penfolds sweet spot. A blend of McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway and Clare Valley. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

93 points, James Suckling (Oct 2022)

Opaque ruby. Oak-spiced cherry, blackberry and mocha aromas, along with coconut, licorice and cracked pepper accents. Deep and weighty on the palate, offering intense black and blue fruit, mocha and oak spice flavors that show an appealing sweetness but are slow to open. In a distinctly powerful style, delivering youthfully chewy tannins and a long, chewy finish that echoes the licorice and dark berry notes.

92 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous (Sep 2022)

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2019 Chateau Meyney (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France

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A sweet deal on a cellar worthy assortment of high scoring Bordeaux, all under $30! From some of the region’s most undervalued estates, these “three lollipop” selections hit the sweet spot for Bordeaux lovers seeking outstanding value, a range of age worthy blends unbeatably priced for Bordeaux bargain hunters to stock the cellar and enjoy often.

Situated among some of the Left Bank’s highest profile producers, the enticing 93 pt. 2019 Chateau du Glana is “a bold, juicy Saint-Julien” with “inky dark fruit” according to Vinous critic Antonio Galloni

Described as a “stellar showing” by Vinous critic Neal Martin, the polished and refined 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Meyney from St. Estephe is a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 16% Petit Verdot aged in about 1/3 new French oak, showing the “elegant, moderately concentrated, yet nicely structured and balanced style of the vintage” according to Jeb Dunnuck and boasting 15 or more years of longevity.
A St. Estephe blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot from the Cazes family of Lynch-Bages, the impressive 94 pt. 2019 Ormes de Pez offers “a delightful mix of dark fruit and fresh flavors” according to the Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth, packing “plenty of punch” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson who calls it a “brilliant value” ready to enjoy over the next decade.
Described as “super classy from start to finish” by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, the refined 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Cantemerle is a robust Left Bank blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot aged in 40% new French oak, yielding “a richly structured wine that is balanced by ripe black fruits” with “a vibrant finish” according to the Wine Enthusiast’s Roger Voss and built to evolve over the next two decades.
An under the radar gem from Moulis offering a “classic Left Bank feel” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson, the inviting 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Poujeaux “numbers among the real sleepers of the vintage” according to the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley, an impeccably crafted blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot built to deliver the goods for another two decades.
Described as “an excellent, quite substantial Margaux for long-term ageing” by Vinous critic Neal Martin, the sumptuous 94 pt. 2020 Labegorce is “juicy and plush with a sense of gravitas coming through on the long, layered finish” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown, an outstanding value summed up by Decanter’s Georgina Hindle as “classic, easy to drink and to recommend.”

Whether deciding on a few favorites or finding it hard to choose, these high scoring Bordeaux blends are bargain priced for mixing a case, a sweet deal for anyone seeking to pull the cork on a terrific Bordeaux more often.

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The 2019 Meyney has a divine bouquet, so pure and winsome with floral red berry scents, beautifully integrated new oak and superb precision. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fleshy to the point where you can almost overlook the backbone of this Saint-Estèphe. It could have been blowsy, yet it retains superb balance and feels luxuriant and long on the finish. This is a stellar showing easily eclipsing its performances either in barrel or just after bottling. Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting.

95 points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Feb 2023)

Notes of ripe blackcurrants and blackberries, vanilla, licorice and dark chocolate with touches of earthiness and nutmeg-like spice. Medium-bodied with ripe, velvety tannins and delicious fruit. Polished and refined. Try after 2023.

94 points, James Suckling (Mar 2022)

A solid, slightly burly version, featuring streaks of tar and bay leaf mixed with dark plum and black currant preserve flavors. The finish is underscored by a warm paving stone note, which adds cut, drive and a hint of old school. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2024 through 2036. 16,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.

93 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (2021)

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2022 Benton Lane Estate Pinot Noir (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Willamette, Oregon

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Sourced from “a five star vintage” producing classically styled Oregon Pinot according to Decanter’s Clive Pursehouse, the fresh and vibrant 93 pt. 2022 Benton Lane Estate Pinot Noir offers engaging aromatic spiced fruit with ripe smooth tannins balanced by bright acidity, a palate pleasing Oregon Pinot from the Willamette estate backed by Quintessa founder Agustin Huneeus bargain priced for fans of Oregon Pinot to stock up by the case.

After selling their Pritchard Hill vineyards in Napa in the late 1980’s, Benton Lane founders Steve and Carol Girard purchased a former sheep ranch straddling Benton and Lane Counties in the Southern Willamette Valley to produce Burgundy-style cool climate Pinot Noir, releasing wines under their distinctive postage stamp Benton Lane label for nearly three decades and continuing to manage the vineyards under the ownership of legendary vintner Agustin Huneeus. Situated on a biodiverse estate spanning 317 acres northwest of Eugene, Benton Lane’s 142 acres of dry farmed vineyards are planted almost exclusively to Pinot Noir in a mix of sedimentary and volcanic soils, enjoying the protection of significant peaks within the Coast Range with moderate temperatures that extend the growing season for optimal ripening. Crafted by winemaker Amael Orrego of the Huneeus winemaking team, the beautifully balanced 2022 Benton Lane Estate Pinot Noir was sourced from 82 parcels across the estate each vinified separately and the final blend matured in 19% new French oak for 10 months, yielding a fresh, lively Oregon Pinot Noir “with cooling acidity and ripe red and blue fruits” according to Eric Guido of Vinous and finishing “long and structured,” with nuanced complexity that will evolve over the next five or more years.

From an outstanding Willamette vintage producing “tremendous freshness” and “ample concentration” according to Decanter’s Clive Pursehouse, the impressive 93 pt. 2022 Benton Lane Pinot Noir is a top scoring, crowd pleasing Oregon Pinot Noir offering the enticing combination of rich, ripe flavors and a smooth, satisfying finish that calls for a second pour and unbeatably priced to reach for without hesitation.

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A challenging wine to make, says winemaker Amael Orrego, who crafts the blend of this wine across 82 Pinot Noir blocks. The wine captures the freshness of the Willamette Valley and its bright red berry aromatics that combine with savoury herbal notes of mint and pennyroyal. The palate offers red fruited complexity. Ripe wild strawberries, cranberries and mint rise up from elements of earth and forest floor for an impressive wine, capturing the fresh, lively character of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir with broad distribution.

93 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Jul 2024)

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2019 Marques de Murrieta Reserva (750ml)

Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain

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"Marqués de Murrieta is one of the most classical names in Rioja, and they have managed to keep the classical style of the wines but are also completely relevant and up to date with what is happening in the world today. "

- Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate

Declared “one of Rioja's most iconic labels” by Decanter’s Clive Pursehouse, Marques de Murrieta is a bastion of classically styled Rioja. These top-scoring flagship Reserva, the signature Gran Reserva, and the highly coveted Castillo Ygay are all emblematic of the estate's reputation for benchmark Rioja expressions with top-tier cellar potential.

A standard bearer for value every vintage, the 96-point 2019 Rioja Reserva was aged for 24 months in American oak and spent an additional 14 months in bottle before release, yielding “a harmonious blend” according to Vinous, revealing fresh spiced fruit and balsamic with refined, integrated tannins that allow it to be enjoyed tonight or cellared for several years.

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A precise and polished red with cherry, plum, slate, iron, and powdered earth. It's medium- to full-bodied with sublime tannins that are beautifully integrated into the wine. It's structured, yet the tannins are very silky. It's curated and thoughtful. Two years in American oak (10% new) and 14 months in bottle. Sophisticated and very drinkable, but will age nicely. Drink or hold.

96 points, James Suckling (Oct 2023)

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2016 Chateau Pontet-Canet (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

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Alfred Tesseron and his team, led by estate manager Jean-Michel Comme, have completely transformed both the vineyards and identity of Château Pontet-Canet by embracing organic and biodynamic practices. Recognizing the extraordinary terroir of Pontet Canet – the heart lies in a plateau outcropping of Garonne Gunz gravel which overlays limestone bedrock, these poor soils allow drainage that’s optimal for Cabernet. The center of this plateau is planted to Cabernet Franc which is surrounded by Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot is planted on the gravelly clay soils that meet the perimeter of the gravel plateau. Tesseron's campaign for biodynamic agriculture began in 2004 and tasting results confirmed this to be the estate's future; the Medoc's first Classified Growth dedicated to biodynamics. Pontet Canet received its organic certification in 2010 and Demeter in 2014 – the world's largest certification organization for biodynamic agriculture used in 50 countries. Three Breton draft horses were added to the estate's stable replacing tractors in 2008, now at total of seven horses tend the vineyards. With great terroir and extraordinary dedication to excellence, Tesseron has elevated Pontet Canet beyond its historic performance; now among the top estates in Bordeaux.

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A voluptuous wine, this is rich and fruity yet properly balanced by a magnificent structure. Pure, crisp and packed with a black currant flavor, this will be a remarkable wine as it develops. Still young, it needs many years to develop. Don't think about drinking before 2025.

100 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (May 2019)

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Pontet-Canet hits the ground running with a hedonic nose of Black Forest cake, crème de cassis and blueberry pie plus suggestions of candied violets, hoisin, chocolate mint, charcuteries and forest floor with a waft of star anise. Full-bodied, rich, profoundly layered and powerfully fruited, the palate is built like a brick house, with very firm, super ripe, grainy tannins and harmonious freshness, finishing with incredible length and depth. Still incredibly primary and yet already strutting so many layers, I wouldn't be at all surprised if this warrants the three-digit score in a few years' time.

98+ points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate (May 2020)

Reminding me of the 2010 and, I suspect, a wine that will merit a triple-digit rating in a decade or so (I tasted this on multiple occasions and thought it was perfect on one of them), the 2016 Château Pontet-Canet comes from 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and the balance Petit Verdot that spent 16 months in 50% new French oak, 35% in concrete amphora, and the rest in second fill oak. Thrilling notes of pure crème de cassis, lead pencil shavings, crushed mint, graphite, and crushed rock notes all emerge from this deep, powerful, yet elegant Pauillac. The style of this wine has become more and more finesse-driven and pure, yet it hasn’t lost a beat on concentration or length. This singular, beautiful Pontet-Canet needs 7-8 years of cellaring (it has some accessibility today given its purity and balance) and will keep for 4-5 decades.

98+ points, Jeb Dunnuck (Feb 2019)

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2022 The Calling Chardonnay Dutton Ranch Vineyard (750ml)

Chardonnay from Russian River, California

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While fans of rich California Chardonnay know Sonoma’s iconic Dutton Ranch as the source for some of the region’s top producers, the lush 93 pt. 2022 The Calling Chardonnay Dutton Ranch Vineyard is a welcome departure from their equally high prices, offering ripe aromatic tropical fruit hinting of crisp apple and citrus peel with bright acidity on a plush finish and delivering a classic expression of sumptuous Russian River Chard for a fraction of its similarly pedigreed peers.

Co-founded by legendary sports broadcaster Jim Nantz and entrepreneur Peter Deutsch, The Calling was established in 2012 to craft wines sourced from existing family growers, forming its first partnership with the Russian River Valley’s acclaimed Dutton Ranch and becoming the largest buyer of Dutton Chardonnay fruit over the last decade. Founded on a 35-acre ranch outside of Graton in Sonoma County in 1964, the Dutton family planted their first 20 acres of Chardonnay in 1967, expanding their holdings to over 1,100 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards and becoming one of the region’s most prestigious vineyard designations, featured on the labels of an array of high-profile Chardonnay producers including Kistler and Patz and Hall. Employing what he refers to as a “berry to bottle” approach with minimal intervention, acclaimed winemaker James MacPhail barrel-fermented the impressive 2022 The Calling Chardonnay Dutton Ranch Vineyard in French oak with wild yeasts before aging it in 35% new French oak for nine months, employing regular lees stirring to create richness and texture and yielding classic Russian River opulence with beautifully textured fruit and bright acidity, ready to enjoy over the next few years.

Crafted by a relative newcomer among Sonoma’s Chardonnay producers, the enticing 93 pt. 2022 The Calling Chardonnay Dutton Ranch Vineyard continues the winery’s rising trajectory in the Russian River appellation, an opportunity to reap the rewards of exceptional sourcing and highly skilled winemaking while enjoying a terrific deal on an impressive and easy to love Chardonnay.

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An expressive version, with generous notes of ripe tropical fruit, including papaya, grilled pineapple and mango. There's also a wonderful sense of restraint in the way the acidity and supple texture play with the flavors. Touches of vanilla shortbread, candied ginger and orange blossoms add fragrant grace notes. Drink now. 9,100 cases made.

93 points, MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator (Apr 2024)

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2020 Avignonesi Grifi (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany, Italy

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Described by Eric Guido of Vinous as masterful expressions of their Tuscan terroir, these top rated Avignonesi selections range from two 100% Sangiovese wines to a highly rated Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend, an array of deliciously savory Tuscan reds crafted near the medieval town of Montepulciano at bargain pricing perfect for mixing a case.

After purchasing the historic Avignonesi winery in 2009, energetic owner Virginie Saverys began transforming the estate vineyards to sustainable viticulture while expanding the estate’s holdings to 175 hectares over the next decade, becoming the largest biodynamic certified winery in Italy. Located in Italy’s first and oldest red wine appellation at altitudes ranging up to 375 meters above sea level, the estate’s rolling vineyards in western Tuscany are planted in sedimentary soils of calcareous limestone, clay and sand, each parcel identified through an extensive geographic study and vinified separately in Avignonesi’s state-of-the-art cellars. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for 6 months in oak barrels, the fresh and juicy 91 pt. 2021 Avignonesi Rosso di Montalcino is described as “a pure expression of the Tuscan grape” by the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner boasting fragrant, lightly spiced fruit layered with silky tannins on a refined, mineral finish and ready to enjoy over the next five or so years. While many wineries in the region adhere to the minimum 70%, the enticing 94 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is crafted from 100% Sangiovese, revealing bright fruit “with well-integrated tannins and lively acidity” according to the Wine Spectator’s Bruce Sanderson that will continue to evolve for another 10 years or more. Described as “long, fresh and juicy” by James Suckling, the elegant 93 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Grifi is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks, revealing robust, luscious fruit and harmonious acidity with layers of tannins promising nearly a decade of enjoyment.

From the Tuscan estate Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls a "reference point in Montepulciano," these delicious and age worthy Avignonesi selections all offer “a terrific value proposition” according to the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner, an array of top scoring Tuscan gems unbeatably priced for stocking the cellar.

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An elegant red, featuring a gleam of pure cherry, currant and strawberry fruit. This is also intense and firmly built, with a layer of dense tannins guarding the finish. Excellent length. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2026 through 2037. 3,347 cases made, 1,667 cases imported.

93 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Feb 2024)

Excellent purity and ripeness to the fruit-expressive nose, but this still has some complexity to offer, too. Some violets, graphite and spices to the fresh blue fruit and slate. I like the texture here on the palate with fresh, fine-grained tannins and a cooling finish. Long, fresh and juicy. From biodynamically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold.

93 points, Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (Sep 2023)

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Andre Clouet Brut Un Jour de 1911... (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Bouzy, Champagne, France

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As the head of the historic Champagne house named for his grandfather Andre Clouet, larger than life vigneron Jean-François Clouet is considered by critics as one of the top grower-producers in the region. Jean-François' flamboyant personality, dubbed by one reviewer as a combination of "winemaker and circus ringmaster," belies his serious dedication and singular passion for producing rich and concentrated expressions of Pinot Noir-based Champagne, also known as Blanc de Noirs. From the outstanding 91pt non-vintage Grande Reserve to the exceptional 96pt Brut 1911, the champagnes of Andre Clouet exhibit the purity of the Pinot Noir fruit, with terroir-driven chalky minerality and deep complexity, ranking Andre Clouet among the region's finest producers and representing one of its best values.

Inextricably tied to Champagne's history, the Clouet family have resided in the Montagne de Reims since 1492, first serving as book printers for King Louis XV in 1491 (a legacy now reflected in the Champagne house's ornate labels), producing their first champagne in Bouzy in 1741. Highlighting the Grand Cru pedigree of their 8 hectares of mid-slope sites in Bouzy and Ambonnay, the top cuvees are sourced from these estate vineyards, with additional Pinot Noir purchased from 60 hectares of growers' vineyards and each plot vinified separately. While upholding his family's traditional approach in the vineyard including hand pruning and selection, Francois continues to innovate in the cellar, including employing Sauternes barrels sourced from Château Doisy-Daëne for aging the Brut 1911 as a way of reducing the dosage, with the goal of adjusting sweetness without adding sugar. Exhibiting a gentle mousse and refined bubbles, the wines of André Clouet also boast notably creamy textures due to Jean-François' practice of extended aging on the lees, balancing crisp acidity and tantalizing minerality.

While Andre Clouet remains relatively under the radar among the grower-producers in Champagne, these highly rated selections are among the best Blanc de Noir wines of the region, at a fraction of the price of prestige offerings from the larger Champagne houses like Krug and Bollinger. With the holiday season quickly approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on an array of the exquisite, artisanal Champagnes of Andre Clouet, one of the finest grower estates in the region today, whether for everyday enjoyment, celebrations or gifting and now offered at the best pricing on the market.

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The NV Un jour de 1911... is another 100% Bouzy Pinot Noir with an ancient label design. The shining golden-colored cuvée combines ripeness, complexity and finesse with intensity and elegance on both the nose and palate. It's a powerful and rich yet very fine and balanced Champagne with great freshness and complex length. It is juicy and intense but also highly delicate, and its mineral tension and persistent finish make it a first-class wine for elaborate dishes. A great Champagne, with a label that doesn't give any more detailed information regarding vintages or disgorgement date, but we know it's always a 50/50 blend of three vintages (including one great millésime at least 10 years old) and reserve wines from a solera system. I tasted the wine as a Brut with Clouet's German importer in Bremen. You shouldn't drink it too early, as it would be a waste of its talents.

96 points, Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate (Apr 2021)

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2017 La Rioja Alta Reserva Vina Ardanza (750ml)

Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain

B-21 Top Recommendation
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Described as “a wine that embodies the long history of Rioja” by Joaquin Hidalgo of Vinous, the 95-point 2017 La Rioja Alta Reserva Vina Ardanza hits the mark as one of the region’s finest classically styled reds, offering fragrant, juicy dark fruit impeccably balanced by refined, polished tannins on a lingering finish. Named one of the Top 100 Wines of Spain in 2023 by James Suckling, it's an alluring Rioja ready to enjoy over the next decade at an unbeatable price.

La Rioja Alta is renowned for releasing its wines late with extended aging, its massive cellars filled with “the equivalent of eight years in stock” according to Wine Advocate’s Luis Gutierrez. Produced only in top vintages, the 2017 Reserva Vina Ardanza came from vines over 30 years of age in the Rioja Alta sub-region, along with Garnacha from the hotter and drier 40-hectare La Pedriza vineyard, a Rioja Oriental parcel considered prime terroir for optimal ripening. Employing traditional techniques including manual racking by candlelight and fermenting with indigenous yeasts, the refined 2017 Reserva Vina Ardanza aged separately in a mix of 20% new and three-year-old American oak barrels for up to three years, with the final blend spending three more years in bottle before release, yielding “a vibrant red wine with harmonious balance” according to Vinous' Joaquin Hidalgo.

Critic Tim Atkin calls the elegant, 95-point 2017 La Rioja Alta Reserva Vina Ardanza “a delicious release” reflecting the iconic estate’s reputation “for producing wines that are good to drink on release, but also age beautifully in bottle.” It's a winning combination for Rioja lovers of all stripes.

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A more vibrant and fruitier expression of Ardanza this year with strawberries, mussels, warm spices and berries. Round and silky on the palate with lovely spices and a long, nicely saline finish. A nice touch of creaminess works really well here and further extends the finish. 80% tempranillo and 20% garnacha. Drink or hold.

95 points, Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (Jan 2024)

2017 was not an easy harvest, but it produced some beautiful and classical wines, like the 2017 Viña Ardanza Reserva, which shows a little more advancement and polish and is ready to drink. It was produced with 80% Tempranillo and 20% Garnacha from their vineyard La Pedriza in Tudelilla. It fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and matured in American oak barrels, 36 months for the Tempranillo and 30 for the Garnacha (that was harvested 15 days later), with six rackings. It's ripe and aromatic, tertiary, with 14.5% alcohol and mellow acidity, a medium-bodied palate and sleek tannins. It has a pungent note of clove and pepper, some licorice and ink and the cherries in liqueur from the Garnacha. An updated classical Ardanza. 600,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in March 2021.

94 points, Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate (Feb 2024)

Viña Ardanza is a wine that embodies the long history of Rioja. The 2017 Gran Reserva Viña Ardanza is a blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Garnacha sourced from Rioja Alta and Oriental. Aged for up to 36 months in American oak, it presents a ripe profile with aromas of black fruit, earth and balsamic, complemented by cedar and vanilla. On the palate, it is dry and rich, with a juicy texture and fine, polished tannins that culminate in a bold and lingering finish. This is a vibrant red wine with harmonious balance.

93 points, Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous (Apr 2024)

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2022 Raymond Chardonnay Reserve Selection (750ml)

Chardonnay from Napa, California

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Reflecting its owner's commitment to producing authentic, terroir-driven wines, this dynamic duo from Raymond Vineyards are two of Napa Valley’s top values, the enticing 92 pt. 2022 Raymond Chardonnay Reserve Selection and elegant 93 pt. 2021 Raymond Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Selection both sourced from exceptional Napa fruit at an outstanding price for stocking up.

Known for his larger-than-life personality and flamboyant velvet jacket attire, Burgundy-born Jean-Charles Boisset is a true believer that great wines are made in the vineyard, and his first priority after purchasing Raymond Vineyards in 2009 was to upgrade the existing 90-acre property and implement organic and biodynamic viticulture. Established in Napa Valley over 50 years ago by long-time Beringer winemaker Roy Raymond, Raymond Vineyards now spans over 300 acres in Rutherford and St. Helena, the vineyards and winemaking managed under the direction of 100 pt. consulting winemaker Phillipe Melka since 2009. In addition to gaining organic and biodynamic certification for the vineyards and building one of Napa's largest solar panel projects to generate electricity for the winery, Boisset hired former Far Niente winemaker Stephanie Putnam to work alongside Melka to refine the blends, consistently garnering 90-plus points throughout her tenure.

Expertly crafted from outstanding Napa fruit, this duo of top scoring Raymond Reserve Selections boast a winning combination of quality and value, both ready to enjoy now and promising pleasurable drinking for years ahead at an easy to reach for price.

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Napa Chardonnay trademark with serious concentration, great oak component with balance backing the apple spice and guava. Key lime, lemon pear zest and finish to match the concentration.

92 points, Bob Sprentall, B-21 Proprietor (Aug 2024)

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Gosset Grande Reserve Brut (750ml)

Sparkling from Champagne, France

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"...a fine introduction to the house style ... This vibrant, mid-weight Champagne is a charmer." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

As the oldest house in Champagne, Gosset has legions of fans that fall head over heels for their signature style built on electric acidity and vibrant, racy personality. In the high-end Gosset wines, these characteristics can sometimes be "too much of a good thing" for the casual Champagne lover, but the Grand Reserve offers up just the right combination of hallmark Gosset finesse and accessible charm to provide something for literally every fan of the world's best bubbles. As Wine Spectator describes it in their 93-point review, "There's linear drive to this focused, harmonious Champagne, yet racy acidity is effortlessly integrated with the finely detailed mousse." Our latest parcel is a limited-time opportunity to stock up big at a jaw-dropping price. Your new go-to, house Champagne has arrived. All you have to do is make room in the cellar.

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There's linear drive to this focused, harmonious Champagne, yet racy acidity is effortlessly integrated with the finely detailed mousse as this carries nectarine, mandarin orange, candied ginger and chopped hazelnut notes. Salty finish. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Drink now through 2029. 3,750 cases imported.

93 points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator (Nov 2024)

With a base from 2018, the NV Champagne Grande Reserve Brut pours a bright straw hue and lifts from the glass with pure and inviting aromas of white peach, fresh flowers, and wet stone. Medium-bodied, with a fresh lift on the palate, a fresh pillowy mousse, and a delicate saline finish, this is a wonderful calling card for the freshness of the house style. Drink 2023-2030.

92 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Nov 2023)

This has attractive aromas of apricots, pie crust, raspberries, fresh walnuts and pears, with a hint of white pepper and ginger. Elegant, fine and supple mousse, with a medium body and creamy layers of fresh fruit and pastries. So dry and clean. 45% chardonnay, 45% pinot noir and 10% meunier, based on 2017 vintage with 8% reserve wines. 7g/L dosage. Drink now.

92 points, James Suckling (May 2023)

Gosset’s Grande Réserve Brut NV is a blend of 45% each Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with 10% Pinot Meunier that is aged a minimum of four years on lees and finished with an eight grams per liter dosage. Fragrant and assertive, the nose displays aromas of preserved lemon, red currant, elderflower, chalk, whipped butter and honey. Medium-bodied and fused with vibrant, shimmering acidity and plush red fruit concentration, the palate is elegant and balanced throughout and has pretty, floral notes on the finish.

92 points, Sarah Mayo, Wine Independent (Nov 2023)

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2021 Provenance Deadeye Cabernet Sauvignon (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles, California

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"Medium-bodied with juicy, fruit forward character and polished tannins. Sleek and round-textured."- James Sucklng

Fans of lush Paso Robles Cabs seeking a solid value need look no further than the richly textured, 93-point 2021 Provenance Deadeye Cabernet Sauvignon, an appealing, juicy bargain stunner from an outstanding Central Coast vintage with balanced tannins and a silky, polished finish.

Considered one of the best vintages ever by Paso Robles growers according to James Suckling, the 2021 growing season was defined by even temperatures with the absence of major heat spikes in an extended growing season, enjoying a combination of long, sunny days and high temperatures that enhanced flavor development and encouraged optimal ripening. While “continued drought led to lower yields from smaller clusters and berries but also concentrated flavors” according to Wine Advocate’s Erin Larkin, the cooling effect of Pacific Ocean breezes flowing through the Templeton Gap resulted in lower nighttime temperatures, allowing the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to retain their natural acidity. Harvesting at night to preserve freshness, winemaker Noel Basso aged the plush 2021 Provenance Deadeye Cabernet Sauvignon in a combination of 20% toast and neutral American oak barrels, yielding fresh, aromatic dark fruit with exceptional richness resulting from the small, drought affected berries, balanced by mineral-laced acidity and finishing with pleasing notes of citrusy spice.

Among the top-rated Paso value Cabs from an outstanding vintage, the smooth and ready-to-drink 2021 Deadeye delivers one of the region’s top bargain propostions, a delicious and thoroughly satisfying Cab certain to thrill Paso Robles fans and any California Cab lover seeking an outstanding value to enjoy often.

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This is aromatic with notes of cassis, dried spicy herbs, walnuts and spice box. Medium-bodied with juicy, fruit forward character and polished tannins. Sleek and round-textured. Hints of citrus peel and spices at the end. Drink or hold.

93 points, James Suckling (Oct 2023)

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NV Agrapart 7 Crus Extra Brut (750ml)

Sparkling from Avize, Champagne, France

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Crafted by artisan producer and B-21 favorite Pascal Agrapart in the chalky Cote des Blancs, Champagne Agrapart has enjoyed an under the radar reputation, but with the release of these highly rated 2023 cuvees, that’s about to change. From one of the top grower-producers in the region, these selections from Agrapart offer a rare taste of meticulously crafted, terroir-driven Champagne at a remarkable value that's bound to sell out in a flash.

Now run by the fourth consecutive generation, Agrapart ranks at the top echelons of Champagne, earning a 3-star rating in the Revue de Vin du France alongside only 7 other houses, including Krug. Planted almost entirely with Chardonnay with a few small plots of Pinot Noir, the ten-hectare Agrapart Domaine comprises more than 70 small parcels predominantly in the Grand Cru villages of Avize, Cramant, Oiry, and Oger with a few Premier Cru plots on the Cote de Blancs, boasting low yielding vines averaging over 40 years of age with the oldest over 70 years. Taking the reins of his family’s historic estate in Avize over four decades ago, Pascal works the soils manually while employing organic practices, tilling with horses to ensure his soils do not get compacted (one of his parcels is worked by and named for his horse Venus). Fermenting the base wines exclusively with native yeasts which he believes is critical to expressing the terroir, Pascal employs a mix of older barrels dependent on the cuvee and longer than required bottle aging on the lees, yielding gorgeous, pure fruit impeccably balanced with chalky minerality that finishes long, each cuvee uniquely identified with a different colored plaque (i.e., the round metal disk on top of the cork).

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The 7 Crus Extra Brut NV is a 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir coming from seven different terroir and fermented with native yeasts. 60% of this 7 Crus bottling is from 2019 with 40% of reserve wines that is aged between 24-36 months on fine lees and disgorged 60 days before release with a five gram per liter dosage. Bright and wispy aromas of Spartan apples, nashi pear, brioche, cold butter and white flowers spill onto a medium-bodied, pristine palate with a satiny fine mousse buoying orchard fruit intensity and soft, radiating acidity to a beautiful, refreshing finish. The bottle tasted was very recently disgorged September 2023

94 points, Sarah Mayo, Wine Independent (Nov 2023)

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2019 Chateau LaTour Martillac Rouge (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France

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Another sweet deal on a cellar worthy assortment of high scoring Bordeaux, all value priced under $40! This treasure trove of irresistible “four lollipop” selections includes a stellar range of under the radar gems unbeatably priced for B-21 Bordeaux lovers to stash away by the case.

Garnering 90 plus pt ratings from critics across the board, Antonio Galloni calls the 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse “a striking wine, loaded with potential" and the Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth declares it “a pretty gorgeous Pauillac,” this 200th anniversary release celebrated with a newly designed label.
Boasting the legacy of the iconic Chateau Montrose at a mere fraction of the price, the estate’s second label 94 pt. 2019 La Dame de Montrose boasts an earthy minerality described as “almost Pauillac like” by Vinous critic Neal Martin and declared a "serious Dame de Montrose" by Inside Bordeaux's Jane Anson.
Calling it “one of the most exciting insider wines of the entire Bordeaux region,” Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the refined 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Gloria from St. Julien as “rich, silky and utterly delicious,” with the structure to age for another two decades.
Describing it as “a chateau that deserves more recognition in the market,” Jeb Dunnuck calls the rich Merlot-dominated 94 pt. 2020 Chateau De Fieuzal Rouge “a brilliant Pessac- Leognan” while Antonio Galloni of Vinous points out its “notable complexity and character."
Sourced from vineyards near First Growth Lafite Rothschild, the powerful 94 pt. 2019 Pedesclaux is “a racy, voluptuous Pauillac” that’s “terrific in 2019” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, offering “ripe, finely grained tannins and oodles of freshness” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown who sums it up as “gorgeous.”
Calling it “a don’t miss wine,” Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the powerful 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Marquis D'Alesme as boasting “depth and personality” with “an effortless Margaux finesse” that will evolve over the next two decades.
Described as “juicy” and “vibrant” by Decanter’s Georgina Hindle, the seductive 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Ripeau is an aromatic Merlot based Saint Emilion that finishes “long and hedonistic” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown.
Sharing the unique Pessac-Leognan terroir of some of the Left Bank’s most prestigious estates including Haut-Brion, the powerful Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated 96 pt. 2019 Chateau LaTour-Martillac is “all about elegance and precision” according to Vinous critic Antonio Galloni boasting “plenty of richness and overall intensity.”
Declared “another strong performance for this rising star of Saint-Emilion” by the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley, the elegant 97 pt. 2020 Chateau Laroque Is a “focused, straight, remarkably pure Saint-Emilion” according to Jeb Dunnuck boasting a “terrific finish” and promising over a decade of enjoyment.

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I loved the 2019 Château Latour-Martillac, and I under-rated it from barrel. Revealing a dense ruby/plum color as well as a gorgeous bouquet of blackcurrants, black cherry, smoked tobacco, gravely earth, and chocolate, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, supple tannins, and one heck of a finish. It's beautifully done and will cruise for 25+ years in cold cellars. It needs plenty of air if drinking any time soon.

96 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Apr 2022)

Sweet berry, spice, tobacco and dried rose-petal aromas. Full-bodied with beautifully integrated tannins and a creamy, polished texture. Refined and complex. One of the best young bottles ever from here. Better after 2025.

95 points, James Suckling (Mar 2022)

Beautiful depth to the flavours here, this is just gorgeous, so bright and precise, with cassis, blackberry, bilberry, raspberry, a real array of fruit flavours, textures and acidity levels combining to give real complexity. 40% new oak, harvest September 19 to October 11. Great freshness and juice on the finish; this is a superlative Latour Martillac.

94 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2022)

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NV Agrapart Terroirs Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Grand Cru (750ml)

Sparkling from Avize, Champagne, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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Crafted by artisan producer and B-21 favorite Pascal Agrapart in the chalky Cote des Blancs, Champagne Agrapart has enjoyed an under the radar reputation, but with the release of these highly rated 2023 cuvees, that’s about to change. From one of the top grower-producers in the region, these selections from Agrapart offer a rare taste of meticulously crafted, terroir-driven Champagne at a remarkable value that's bound to sell out in a flash.

Now run by the fourth consecutive generation, Agrapart ranks at the top echelons of Champagne, earning a 3-star rating in the Revue de Vin du France alongside only 7 other houses, including Krug. Planted almost entirely with Chardonnay with a few small plots of Pinot Noir, the ten-hectare Agrapart Domaine comprises more than 70 small parcels predominantly in the Grand Cru villages of Avize, Cramant, Oiry, and Oger with a few Premier Cru plots on the Cote de Blancs, boasting low yielding vines averaging over 40 years of age with the oldest over 70 years. Taking the reins of his family’s historic estate in Avize over four decades ago, Pascal works the soils manually while employing organic practices, tilling with horses to ensure his soils do not get compacted (one of his parcels is worked by and named for his horse Venus). Fermenting the base wines exclusively with native yeasts which he believes is critical to expressing the terroir, Pascal employs a mix of older barrels dependent on the cuvee and longer than required bottle aging on the lees, yielding gorgeous, pure fruit impeccably balanced with chalky minerality that finishes long, each cuvee uniquely identified with a different colored plaque (i.e., the round metal disk on top of the cork).

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Terroirs Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru NV is an assemblage of four Côte de Blancs Grand Cru cuvées from old vine plantings in Avize, Cramant, Oger and Oiry. This Terroirs is 40% from the 2018 and 2019 vintages and fermented in stainless steel, with 60% reserve wine kept in oak, aged 36 to 40 months on lees and finished with a four gram per liter dosage. Complex and redolent of Meyer lemon curd, crushed stone, butter pastry, almond nougat and honeysuckle, the medium-bodied palate has an electrified, silky acid energy flowing through a richly textured, citrusy mid-palate with a soft chalky grip. Beautifully layered, refreshing and balanced throughout, the finish goes on and on.

95+ points, Sarah Mayo, Wine Independent (Nov 2023)

The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Terroirs is an excellent introduction to the estate’s Chardonnays. Disgorged in August 2024 with three grams per liter dosage, it’s composed of 20% from the 2021 vintage (vinified in tank), 50% from 2020 and 30% from 2019, with half of the reserve wines aged on the lees in approximately 30-year-old demi-muids. Heavily based on Oger (around 40% of the blend), with the remainder coming from Oiry, Cramant and Avize, it’s already expressive, offering aromas of honeysuckle, nectarine, bread and fresh hazelnut. Medium to full-bodied with bright acidity and complemented by a pillowy mousse, it concludes with a long, sapid finish.

93 points, Kristaps Karklins, Wine Advocate (Dec 2024)

The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Terroirs Grand Cru is another terrific wine in the lineup this year. Chalk, white pepper, sage and mint meld into a core of lemon peel and crushed rocks. All the elements are so well balanced. An equal blend of 2019 and 2018 juice from 100% Grand Cru sites in Avize, Oger, Cramant and Oiry, the Terroirs saw natural fermentation and 100% malolactic fermentation. Dosage is 5 grams per liter. Disgorged: June, 2023.

93 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Nov 2023)

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2020 Castello di Bossi Berardo Chianti Classico Riserva (750ml)

Sangiovese from Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

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"This will compete with top Brunellos." - James Suckling

Described by Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner as “one of the headline estates” of southern Chianti’s Castelnuovo Berardenga region, Castello di Bossi is an undisputed reference point for the Chianti category. So it's surprise that their remarkable, 97-point 2020 Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico Riserva overdelivers in a big way. Sourced from an outstanding vintage of “rich, sumptuous wines” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, it's a stunning value for lovers of terroir-expressive Sangiovese wines.

Founded in 1984 by entrepreneur Marco Bacci in the hills east of Siena, the 800-hectare Castello di Bossi estate dates back to the ninth century, its renovated, centuries-old castle overlooking verdant hillside vineyards. Crafted under the direction of superstar, Tuscan-born consulting winemaker Alberto Antonini from 100% Sangiovese, the voluptuous 2020 Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico Riserva was fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks and aged for 24 months in new French oak barriques and casks with an additional six months in bottle, yielding intriguing spiced fruit balanced by vibrant acidity and reflecting the “terrific depth, gorgeous purity of fruit and fully ripe tannins” that are hallmarks of the vintage according to Galloni.

"Very perfumed ... Medium- to full-bodied with very fine tannins that are so long and intense," as noted in James Suckling's 97-point review, this stunning 2020 Riserva ranks among the vintage's top-rated wines as well as one its most exceptional values, ready for Chianti lovers and collectors to stash away and enjoy over the next decade and beyond, whenever a taste of Tuscany beckons.

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Very perfumed with flowers and sandalwood. Medium- to full-bodied with very fine tannins that are so long and intense. This will compete with top Brunellos. Linear and driven at the end. From organically grown grapes. Best after 2026.

97 points, James Suckling (Nov 2023)

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2019 Chateau Cantemerle (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Haut-Medoc, Bordeaux, France

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If you missed any of these outstanding selections the first time around or simply need to restock, here's a chance to acquire some top rated Bordeaux blends from the exceptional 2019 vintage at bargain prices, all scoring 92 pts. and above in a range of styles, perfect for mixing a case or two or choosing a few favorites and all impressive values under $35.

Described as “superb” by Neal Martin of Vinous, Bernard Magrez's 93 pt. 2019 Chateau Les Grands Chenes offers lush dark Cabernet Sauvignon fruit from the producer of Chateau Pape Clement, this Cru Bourgeois estate “making some of the best value wines of the Medoc” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson. Sourced from Bordeaux’s Left Bank, the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated 92 pt. Chateau Senejac offers “great energy and brightness” that’s ready to enjoy now according to Decanter’s Georgina Hindle. Crafted of even parts Cab Franc and Merlot by superstar Stephane Derenoncourt, Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls the 93 pt. 2019 Bel-Air Jean & Gabriel “impeccable,” and “especially fine for Lussac where the wines are rarely this polished,” while the Delon’s family 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Potensac is produced with the same meticulous attention to detail as their iconic Grand Vin from Chateau Leoville Las Cases and “showing beautifully” according to Jeb Dunnuck, calling it a “wine to buy in multiples or a case.” Named a Cellar Selection by the Wine Enthusiast’s Roger Voss, the stunning 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Laffitte Carcasset “packs a ton of punch” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, while the 93 pt. 2019 Clos Marsalette is “impeccable from start to finish.” Calling it “a consistently successful Neipperg wine in Pessac,” from the owner of Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere, Jane Anson of Inside Bordeaux notes the muscular 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Meyney has “plenty of texture and swagger” promising over a decade of evolution ahead.

Boasting ageworthy structure promising years of enjoyment, these highly rated 2019 Bordeaux bargains offer Bordeaux lovers and collectors an opportunity to stock up and enjoy top scording Bordeaux often without breaking the bank, delivered in perfect provenance at best on the market prices.

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A red with lots of currant, blackberry, fresh-herb and tobacco character. Hint of mushroom, too. It’s full and layered with polished, chewy tannins and a bright and fresh finish. Very long and focused. Give it time to come together. Very classic character here. Best after 2026.

95 points, James Suckling (Feb 2022)

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2019 La Dame de Montrose (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France

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If you missed any of these outstanding selections the first time around or simply need to restock, here's a chance to acquire some top rated Bordeaux blends from the exceptional 2019 vintage at bargain prices, all scoring 92 pts. and above in a range of styles, perfect for mixing a case or two or choosing a few favorites and all impressive values under $35.

Described as “superb” by Neal Martin of Vinous, Bernard Magrez's 93 pt. 2019 Chateau Les Grands Chenes offers lush dark Cabernet Sauvignon fruit from the producer of Chateau Pape Clement, this Cru Bourgeois estate “making some of the best value wines of the Medoc” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson. Sourced from Bordeaux’s Left Bank, the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated 92 pt. Chateau Senejac offers “great energy and brightness” that’s ready to enjoy now according to Decanter’s Georgina Hindle. Crafted of even parts Cab Franc and Merlot by superstar Stephane Derenoncourt, Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls the 93 pt. 2019 Bel-Air Jean & Gabriel “impeccable,” and “especially fine for Lussac where the wines are rarely this polished,” while the Delon’s family 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Potensac is produced with the same meticulous attention to detail as their iconic Grand Vin from Chateau Leoville Las Cases and “showing beautifully” according to Jeb Dunnuck, calling it a “wine to buy in multiples or a case.” Named a Cellar Selection by the Wine Enthusiast’s Roger Voss, the stunning 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Laffitte Carcasset “packs a ton of punch” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, while the 93 pt. 2019 Clos Marsalette is “impeccable from start to finish.” Calling it “a consistently successful Neipperg wine in Pessac,” from the owner of Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere, Jane Anson of Inside Bordeaux notes the muscular 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Meyney has “plenty of texture and swagger” promising over a decade of evolution ahead.

Boasting ageworthy structure promising years of enjoyment, these highly rated 2019 Bordeaux bargains offer Bordeaux lovers and collectors an opportunity to stock up and enjoy top scording Bordeaux often without breaking the bank, delivered in perfect provenance at best on the market prices.

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Depth and power through the mid palate, good quality tannins, this is classically restrained St Estèphe power, with savoury yet juicy black fruits. Living up to its potential En Primeur, one to look out for, and a strong 2nd wine that beats out many 1st wines in the vintage. If you liked the Dame de Montrose 2010, get on board with this.

94 points, Jane Anson (Jan 2022)

Juicy and pleasantly chewy with milk chocolate, walnut and currant aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, creamy and flavorful. Second wine of Montrose. Drink after 2024.

93 points, James Suckling (Feb 2022)

Very solid, with a core of lightly steeped plum and blackberry fruit, supported by a streak of iron and framed by smoldering tobacco and dark earth notes. Good energy throughout as well, with a mouthwatering echo at the end. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2023 through 2032.

92 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Mar 2022)

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2020 Domaine de la Charbonniere Rouge (750ml)

Grenache from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France

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"While I’ve always loved the wines of Domaine de la Charbonnière, recent vintages are on another level, and I’d unquestionably put the domaine up with the crème de la crème of the appellation today."

- Jeb Dunnuck

From a “charming, forward vintage” producing “a sea of beautifully textured” wines according to Jeb Dunnuck, the elegant 94 pt. 2020 Domaine de la Charbonniere Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge offers fresh aromatic garrigue-laden fruit perfectly balanced by vibrant, velvety tannins on a lingering, graphite-scented finish, a deliciously silky CDP ready to enjoy for years to come at a terrific value price.

Founded by the Maret family in 1914, third generation Michel Maret inherited Domaine de la Charbonniere from his father in 1973 and has worked alongside his talented daughters Caroline and Veronique since 2004, producing an array of CDP’s that have steadily risen in quality over the last two decades. Sourced from across 19.5 hectares of vineyards in Chateauneuf du Pape, the estate’s holding include 50 year old vines in the Charbonniere lieu-dit as well as a parcel in Le Crau adjacent to Vieux Telegraphe with vines averaging 75 years of age, planted in clay sandy soils strewn with the region’s renowned rounded stones called galets roules. Hand harvesting with selective sorting and employing minimal intervention in the cellar, winemaker Veronique Maret vinified the 70% Grenache and 15% Syrah together and the 15% Mourvedre separately before aging the refined 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape mainly in wooden vats with small amounts in foudre, tank and used barrels, yielding a smooth, traditionally styled CDP with fresh acidity and well-integrated tannins built to “age gracefully” according to Jeb Dunnuck.

Described by Vinous critic Nicolas Greinacher as offering “divine drinking pleasure,” the fresh and appealing 94 pt. 2020 Domaine de la Charbonniere Rouge ranks among the top-scoring Chateauneuf du Pape's of the vintage for far less than the region's higher profile estates, a top value CDP for Southern Rhone collectors to savor over the next decade.

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Looking at the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape, it's a blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 15% Mourvedre from all the estate's holdings. Ruby/plum-hued, with a great nose of black raspberries, new saddle leather, Provençal herbs, and Asian spices, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a seamless, elegant, layered mouthfeel, perfect balance, and a great finish. It might be one of the finest examples of the base cuvée I've tasted.

94 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Nov 2022)

A harmonious and well-made Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Notes of red berries, dried thyme, bay leaves, mild spices and hints of black olives. Full-bodied with finely grained tannins. Well-balanced and layered with a velvety touch on the palate and a generous and focused long finish. Best after 2027.

94 points, James Suckling (May 2023)

The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape is composed of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre. The 2020 displays fragrant aromas of blackberry, black cherry, raspberry, crème de cassis and dried herbs. Tightly structured, full-bodied and layered, the ripe tannins are very well integrated into the wine, as is the 15.5% alcohol.

93 points, Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous (Jun 2023)

Ripe yet energetic, showing bitter cherry and mulled plum flavors backed up by zesty spices, citrus peel acidity and fine-grained tannins, with a lot of graphite power coursing through the round palate. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2035. 2,600 cases made, 900 cases imported.

93 points, Kristen Bieler, Wine Spectator (Nov 2023)

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2015 Chateau Pontet-Canet (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

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Alfred Tesseron and his team, led by estate manager Jean-Michel Comme, have completely transformed both the vineyards and identity of Château Pontet-Canet by embracing organic and biodynamic practices. Recognizing the extraordinary terroir of Pontet Canet – the heart lies in a plateau outcropping of Garonne Gunz gravel which overlays limestone bedrock, these poor soils allow drainage that’s optimal for Cabernet. The center of this plateau is planted to Cabernet Franc which is surrounded by Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot is planted on the gravelly clay soils that meet the perimeter of the gravel plateau. Tesseron's campaign for biodynamic agriculture began in 2004 and tasting results confirmed this to be the estate's future; the Medoc's first Classified Growth dedicated to biodynamics. Pontet Canet received its organic certification in 2010 and Demeter in 2014 – the world's largest certification organization for biodynamic agriculture used in 50 countries. Three Breton draft horses were added to the estate's stable replacing tractors in 2008, now at total of seven horses tend the vineyards. With great terroir and extraordinary dedication to excellence, Tesseron has elevated Pontet Canet beyond its historic performance; now among the top estates in Bordeaux.

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So much floral and dark-fruit character with almonds and walnut shell. Full body and ultra-fine tannins. Powerful. Classic style with a harmony and energy. Goes on for minutes. A superb wine with great fruit. Real Bordeaux. Try in 2025.

98 points, James Suckling (Dec 2018)

Proprietor Alfred Tesseron and winemaker Jean-Michel Comme produced an absolutely stellar Pontet-Canet in 2015. Sumptuous, racy and totally inviting, the 2015 is all class. Super-ripe dark cherry, plum, spice and exotic floral notes build as the 2015 shows off its alluring personality. Even with all of its raciness, the 2015 speaks with authority and power. Fine tannins extend the persistent, highly nuanced finish. The 2015 is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot aged 50% new oak, 4% in terra cotta and 15% in neutral oak. Tasted three times.

97+ points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Feb 2018)

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2015 Pontet-Canet comes charging out of the glass with fantastically expressive notes of black cherry preserves, black raspberries and blackcurrant pastilles plus touches of kirsch, wilted roses, tobacco, camphor and cinnamon stick with a waft of fragrant soil. Full bodied, the palate is laden with black and red fruit layers, supported by very firm, very finely grained tannins and provocative freshness, finishing with incredible length and stunningly perfumed.

97 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate (May 2020)

Succulent fruits, rich tannins and juicy acidity are in perfect harmony in this wine produced from biodynamic grapes. It has a rich, velvet texture and dense structure, sumptuous and already balanced and delicious. However do not be fooled, this is a serious wine for aging. Drink no earlier than 2026.

97 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (Apr 2018)

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2020 Domaine Durieu Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Lucile Avril (750ml)

Grenache from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France

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The classically styled 97-point 2020 Domaine Durieu Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Lucile Avril is a collectible-caliber stunner from 100-year-old Grenache vines delivering “beautiful Provençal character” according to Jeb Dunnuck. Tailor-made for stacking high and deep in the cellar, it's available at unheard-of pricing for our B-21 private offer clients.

"Super-concentrated, super-structured, but also more elegant than a wine built on this monumental scale can theoretically be."- James Suckling

Described by Robert Parker himself as “one of the up-and-coming superstar estates of Châteauneuf-du-Pape” over a decade ago, Domaine Durieu is now a bona fide force in the appellation under the direction of third-generation winemaker Vincent Durieu. The 2020 Lucile Avril is a blend of mostly Grenache, the oldest vines dating from 1914, with 10% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah, planted in the Farguerol lieu-dit’s blue clay and limestone soils on a plateau just north of the town of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Vinifying the grapes separately with indigenous yeasts, Durieu aged the 2020 Lucile Avril in concrete tanks for 18 months, balancing its lush, herb- and spice-scented fruit on a framework of firm, well-integrated tannins that guarantee years of evolution.

From a 2020 vintage yielding wines with “energy and verve” according to Decanter’s Matt Walls, the 2020 is "pure, seamless, incredibly elegant, and full-bodied ... another straight-up gorgeous wine from this team that readers will love to have in their cellar," as described by Dunnuck. Rarely do we get an opportunity on such an impeccably balanced, old-vine Châteauneuf-du-Pape at such an unbeatable price. Simply put, this wine is stunning.

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Smelling this great Chateauneuf is like gazing into a deep chasm. Amazing complexity with aromas ranging from black raspberries through to candied orange, but also notes of raw meat and licorice. Super-concentrated, super-structured, but also more elegant than a wine built on this monumental scale can theoretically be. Extremely long, complete finish. A cuvee of 80% grenache, 10% syrah and 10% mourvedre. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.

97 points, Stuart Pigott, James Suckling (May 2023)

Lastly, and surpassing what the estate achieved in 2019, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Lucile Avril is based on 80% Grenache and 10% each of Syrah and Mourvedre that was brought up all in concrete tanks. It's the deepest ruby-colored wine in the lineup and boasts a brilliant perfume of pure blackberries, ground pepper, licorice, dried garrigue, leather, and Asian spice. Pure, seamless, incredibly elegant, and full-bodied, it's another straight-up gorgeous wine from this team that readers will love to have in their cellar.

96 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Nov 2022)

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Andre Clouet Brut Grande Reserve (375ml)

Pinot Noir from Bouzy, Champagne, France

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As the head of the historic Champagne house named for his grandfather Andre Clouet, larger than life vigneron Jean-François Clouet is considered by critics as one of the top grower-producers in the region. Jean-François' flamboyant personality, dubbed by one reviewer as a combination of "winemaker and circus ringmaster," belies his serious dedication and singular passion for producing rich and concentrated expressions of Pinot Noir-based Champagne, also known as Blanc de Noirs. From the outstanding 91pt non-vintage Grande Reserve to the exceptional 96pt Brut 1911, the champagnes of Andre Clouet exhibit the purity of the Pinot Noir fruit, with terroir-driven chalky minerality and deep complexity, ranking Andre Clouet among the region's finest producers and representing one of its best values.

Inextricably tied to Champagne's history, the Clouet family have resided in the Montagne de Reims since 1492, first serving as book printers for King Louis XV in 1491 (a legacy now reflected in the Champagne house's ornate labels), producing their first champagne in Bouzy in 1741. Highlighting the Grand Cru pedigree of their 8 hectares of mid-slope sites in Bouzy and Ambonnay, the top cuvees are sourced from these estate vineyards, with additional Pinot Noir purchased from 60 hectares of growers' vineyards and each plot vinified separately. While upholding his family's traditional approach in the vineyard including hand pruning and selection, Francois continues to innovate in the cellar, including employing Sauternes barrels sourced from Château Doisy-Daëne for aging the Brut 1911 as a way of reducing the dosage, with the goal of adjusting sweetness without adding sugar. Exhibiting a gentle mousse and refined bubbles, the wines of André Clouet also boast notably creamy textures due to Jean-François' practice of extended aging on the lees, balancing crisp acidity and tantalizing minerality.

While Andre Clouet remains relatively under the radar among the grower-producers in Champagne, these highly rated selections are among the best Blanc de Noir wines of the region, at a fraction of the price of prestige offerings from the larger Champagne houses like Krug and Bollinger. With the holiday season quickly approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on an array of the exquisite, artisanal Champagnes of Andre Clouet, one of the finest grower estates in the region today, whether for everyday enjoyment, celebrations or gifting and now offered at the best pricing on the market.

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The effusive nose of candied citrus, ripe pear and brioche pulls you into this fresh and creamy champagne that hits all the pleasure buttons for a non-vintage Brut. Then the chalky freshness at the finish pulls you back for another sip. Excellent balance! 100% pinot noir. Drink now.

93 points, James Suckling (Jul 2022)

Incredible value for a blanc de noirs (100% Pinot Noir) grower Champagne from the grand cru vineyards of Bouzy. It shows gorgeous aromas of stone fruit, citrus and strawberry, with complex brioche nuances, remarkable balance, ongoing elegance and a rich, refined, persistent finish.

92 points, Stacy Slinkard, Decanter (Mar 2021)

The NV Brut Grand Réserve Grand Cru is a pure Pinot Noir from Bouzy. It's pure, fresh, fine and aromatic on the nose and round and delicate on the palate. The fruit-intense finish is chalky-mineral and stimulatingly fresh in its salty finesse and elegant yeastiness. Nice lemon juice flavors give an extra kick of refreshment. This is a picture-book NV Brut. No indication of disgorgement given. Tasted with Jean-François Clouet's German importer in Bremen.

91 points, Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate (Apr 2021)

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2020 Chateau Grand-Puy-Ducasse (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

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Another sweet deal on a cellar worthy assortment of high scoring Bordeaux, all value priced under $40! This treasure trove of irresistible “four lollipop” selections includes a stellar range of under the radar gems unbeatably priced for B-21 Bordeaux lovers to stash away by the case.

Garnering 90 plus pt ratings from critics across the board, Antonio Galloni calls the 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse “a striking wine, loaded with potential" and the Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth declares it “a pretty gorgeous Pauillac,” this 200th anniversary release celebrated with a newly designed label.
Boasting the legacy of the iconic Chateau Montrose at a mere fraction of the price, the estate’s second label 94 pt. 2019 La Dame de Montrose boasts an earthy minerality described as “almost Pauillac like” by Vinous critic Neal Martin and declared a "serious Dame de Montrose" by Inside Bordeaux's Jane Anson.
Calling it “one of the most exciting insider wines of the entire Bordeaux region,” Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the refined 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Gloria from St. Julien as “rich, silky and utterly delicious,” with the structure to age for another two decades.
Describing it as “a chateau that deserves more recognition in the market,” Jeb Dunnuck calls the rich Merlot-dominated 94 pt. 2020 Chateau De Fieuzal Rouge “a brilliant Pessac- Leognan” while Antonio Galloni of Vinous points out its “notable complexity and character."
Sourced from vineyards near First Growth Lafite Rothschild, the powerful 94 pt. 2019 Pedesclaux is “a racy, voluptuous Pauillac” that’s “terrific in 2019” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, offering “ripe, finely grained tannins and oodles of freshness” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown who sums it up as “gorgeous.”
Calling it “a don’t miss wine,” Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the powerful 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Marquis D'Alesme as boasting “depth and personality” with “an effortless Margaux finesse” that will evolve over the next two decades.
Described as “juicy” and “vibrant” by Decanter’s Georgina Hindle, the seductive 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Ripeau is an aromatic Merlot based Saint Emilion that finishes “long and hedonistic” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown.
Sharing the unique Pessac-Leognan terroir of some of the Left Bank’s most prestigious estates including Haut-Brion, the powerful Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated 96 pt. 2019 Chateau LaTour-Martillac is “all about elegance and precision” according to Vinous critic Antonio Galloni boasting “plenty of richness and overall intensity.”
Declared “another strong performance for this rising star of Saint-Emilion” by the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley, the elegant 97 pt. 2020 Chateau Laroque Is a “focused, straight, remarkably pure Saint-Emilion” according to Jeb Dunnuck boasting a “terrific finish” and promising over a decade of enjoyment.

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A transparent and clear young Pauillac with blackcurrant, mushroom, chocolate, and wet earth. Full-bodied, layered and flavorful with fine, velvety tannins. Plenty of graphite and blue fruit at the end. Drink after 2027.

96 points, James Suckling (May 2023)

The 2020 Château Grand-Puy Ducasse is a brilliant, powerful, age-worthy Pauillac that will reward bottle age. Blackcurrants, tobacco, cedar pencil, and chocolate are just some of its nuances, and this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a dense, mouth-filling texture, plenty of ripe tannins, and outstanding length. It's not the most elegant Pauillac out there, but it has quintessential aromatics, structure, and density, and is beautifully done, as well as incredibly satisfying. It will probably take a decade of bottle age to hit maturity, and it should have 30-40 years of overall longevity. Tasted three times.

95 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Mar 2023)

The 2020 Grand Puy Ducasse is elegant, polished and sophisticated, just as it was en primeur. Dark cherry, mocha, licorice and crushed rose petals are some of the many notes that open up. Medium in body, with terrific energy and tons of class, Grand Puy Ducasse is very pretty and especially refined in 2020.

94 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Feb 2023)

Flows wonderfully from the start, with an already accessible feel to the mix of cassis and dark blackberry notes inlaid with singed alder, warm paving stone, tobacco leaf and graphite accents that then carry the finish. In the end, there's no rush at all here. A pretty gorgeous Pauillac. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2025 through 2038. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 10,733 cases made, 338 cases imported.

94 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Mar 2023)

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2023 Illumination Sauvignon Blanc (750ml)

Sauvignon Blanc from California

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A remarkably fresh and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc crafted by the winemaking team at Quintessa, the elegantly complex 95 pt. 2023 Illumination Sauvignon Blanc reveals bright aromatic tropical and citrus fruit with mineral driven acidity on a lush, creamy finish, reflecting the exceptional quality of the iconic Napa Valley estate and offered as a limited release at best on the market pricing The appealing 2023 95 pt. Illumination Sauvignon Blanc ranks among the top scoring California Sauv Blancs of the vintage, delivering on the Quintessa reputation for unmatched elegance and complexity whether enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with a meal.

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An extraordinary white, with details of beeswax, honeysuckle and lanolin giving way to succulent white peach, nectarine and lemon curd flavors on a plush, juicy frame. Shows details of marmalade and candied ginger, with hints of litsea oil and lemon balm that linger on the long, expressive finish. Drink now through 2035. 5,000 cases made.

95 points, MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator (Jan 2025)

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2019 Chateau Troplong Mondot (750ml)

Merlot from Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux, France

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Here’s an exciting opportunity to enjoy a vertical of outstanding new releases from Chateau Troplong Mondot, three incredibly promising vintages garnering multiple 100 pt. scores and wowing critics across the board, each built for three decades of pleasurable drinking and unbeatably priced to over deliver value.

Perched in a spectacular location with a 360-degree view overlooking St. Emilion, Chateau Troplong Mondot is marked by the prominent water tower at St. Emilion’s highest point, its stunning new cellars viewed from above on a glass catwalk reflecting the estate’s dramatic transformation since its purchase by insurance company SCOR in 2017. Immediately hiring Bordeaux veteran Aymeric de Gironde, formerly of Pichon Baron and Cos d’Estournel, to lead the estate, Troplong Mondot pivoted to a classical, terroir-driven style, identifying the unique qualities of even the smallest parcels of its organically farmed 65 hectares of vineyards and reducing the amount of new oak to allow their rich minerality to shine through, described by Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson as reflecting “a more evident respect for the powerful terroir that does not need to be overly dressed up” under the guidance of renowned consulting enologist Thomas Duclos. Vinified in vats instead of barrels to preserve freshness, the 98 pt. 2018 Chateau Troplong Mondot is “simply breathtaking” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, aged in 60% new oak with a small percentage in large vats and amphorae to yield a Troplong with “brighter red fruit flavors” that’s “backed by a distinct flinty minerality” according to the Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth. Earning the #13 spot of the Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Cellar Selections 2022, the “perfect” 100 pt. 2019 Chateau Troplong Mondot is “impressive” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson, with chalky limestone tannins that “speaks of its soils,” boasting “a satisfying overall mouthful and lasting impression” according to Decanter’s Georgina Hindle who sums it up as “incredible.” Declared “one of the Right Bank’s finest wines in this vintage” by the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley with another perfect score – the “fabulous” 100 pt. 2020 Chateau Troplong Mondot is “wonderfully exuberant right out of the gate” according to Antonio Galloni of Vinous, with aromatic, rich dark fruit described as “powerful and dense” by the Wine Enthusiast’s Roger Voss that “ends with a whoosh of freshness and lift” according to Jane Anson.

Describing these recent vintages as marking “the upward trajectory and unveiling of the new expression of this very special site at Troplong Mondot,” the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley declared, “what an exhilarating ride this is!” while Jeb Dunnuck unequivocally declares “there is no denying the incredible quality from this chateau today” – these value priced Chateau Troplong Mondot selections offering an exciting opportunity for Bordeaux fans and collectors to mix a case or pick a few favorites and jump aboard St. Emilion’s rising star for the thrilling journey ahead.

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The magnificent Merlot in the blend has pushed up the alcohol, while also giving a velvet touch and power to the wine. This estate is now on top form, producing this generously ripe, black plum flavored wine. It is lifted by acidity while powering the wine's intensity. Drink from 2026.

100 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2022)

Such a seductive soft perfume to the nose, delicate yet generous aromatics of cherry and rose. The palate is juicy and fresh, charming yet energetic with such crystalline purity and balance. Tannins are smooth but softly textured giving nuance to the flavours where refreshing high toned ripe red and black cherry fruit play alongside mint, dark chocolate and graphite. Clearly powerfully but carefully controlled from start to finish giving such a satisfying overall mouthful and lasting impression. Incredible.

99 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2022)

Has any Bordeaux château realized a more wholesale stylistic revolution in so short a time than Troplong Mondot? Since Aymeric de Gironde arrived at the estate in late 2017, the ultra powerful "shock and awe" style of the 2000s is out, and a new refinement is in. Of course, the deep clays that define the core vineyards around the château itself are never likely to produce light or ephemeral wines, but de Gironde has astutely understood that (to develop an analogy), when driving down hill, one can ease off on the accelerator. The 2019 Troplong Mondot is a ringing endorsement of the new direction, wafting from the glass with complex aromas of wild berries, violets, coniferous forest floor, licorice, raw cocoa and subtle spices, followed by a full-bodied, velvety and layered palate that's seamless and perfumed, its enveloping core of succulent fruit framed by rich, powdery tannins and lively acids. Harmonious and penetrating, I never thought I'd taste a wine like this from Troplong Mondot.

98 points, William Kelley, Wine Advocate (Apr 2022)

The purity of fruit is pretty phenomenal here with blackcurrants, cherries and crushed-stone undertones. Floral notes of roses and violets, too. Full-bodied, yet this is a linear style with super fine tannins and great length and beauty. You really want to drink it. It grows on the palate and shows real power, with breadth and depth. Remains fresh throughout. Really something. Try after 2026.

98 points, James Suckling (Mar 2022)

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2022 The Calling Pinot Noir (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Russian River, California

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Established by legendary sports broadcaster Jim Nantz and entrepreneur Peter Deutsch, the enticing 93 pt. 2022 The Calling Russian River Pinot Noir boasts rich aromas of ripe, spiced red fruit shimmering with bright acidity and layered with lush, silky tannins, a classic, vibrant expression of Russian River Pinot delivering top value among its higher profile peers at a bargain price.

Crafting its first wines in 2012 with grapes from existing family-owned vineyards, the Calling was inspired by its co-founders’ mutual admiration of their fathers, naming it for their parents’ unwavering encouragement to pursue their life’s calling. Working with growers throughout the diverse microclimates of the Russian River, the grapes for the 2022 The Calling Pinot Noir were hand-picked and hand sorted with an emphasis on the quality of the fruit and crafted with a minimal intervention, “berry to bottle” approach according to The Calling's acclaimed winemaker James MacPhail. Considered one of the region’s top veterans with over 100 different 90 pt. plus scores, winemaker MacPhail fermented the grapes for the 2022 Russian River Pinot with indigenous yeasts and aged it in 30% new French oak barrels for 11 months, yielding an “elegant and expressive” wine according to the Wine Enthusiast’s Tom Capo revealing beautifully textured red fruit and bright acidity with a hint of minerality on the long finish, ready to deliver pleasurable drinking over the next five or more years.

Continuing the estate’s upward trajectory as a top producer in the AVA, the appealing 93 pt. 2022 The Calling Russian River Pinot Noir is a delicious and expertly crafted Pinot sourced from exceptional fruit that over delivers value, a winning combination "calling" all Russian River Pinot Noir fans to stock the cellar at an unbeatable price.

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A stunning Russian River Valley Pinot Noir with complex aromatics of wild cherry, plum and spice. An enticing, concentrated wine that is serious to its core. Ripe yet beautifully balanced with a mineral edge. A refined, elegant tannin structure that trails off during the lengthy finish. Very pretty.

93 points, Bob Sprentall, B-21 Proprietor (Oct 2024)

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2021 Terroir Expressions Hostage Malbec (750ml)

Malbec from Altamira, Mendoza, Argentina

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“An expression of terroir in a glass...” - Decanter

Described as “an Argentine winemaker with rock star appeal” by the Wine Enthusiast’s Michael Schachner, the remarkably talented 100 pt. winemaker Marcelo Pelleriti is at the forefront of crafting vineyard-driven Malbec in the Uco Valley, his blockbuster 96 pt. 2021 Marcelo Pelleriti Heritage Terroir Expressions Hostage revealing fragrant, concentrated dark fruit with refined, silky tannins on a long, mineral finish, boasting the complexity of old vine Malbec to enjoy over the next decade at a remarkable value price.

Located southwest of the City of Mendoza, Argentina’s Uco Valley has enjoyed a rise in popularity among wine travelers over the last two decades, its stunning scenery framed by the snowcapped Andes Mountains home to a new wave of high-end luxury wine resorts earning it the title “Argentina’s Napa Valley” from critic Tim Atkin. Boasting a diverse range of high altitude terroirs inspiring a new movement towards “wines with an authentic sense of place” according to Vinous critic Joaquin Hidalgo, Uco Valley native Marcelo Pelleriti has been a pioneer of vineyard driven wines in the region for nearly two decades, gaining international recognition as the first Argentinian-born winemaker to garner a perfect Parker score for his 100 pt. 2010 Chateau La Violette Bordeaux and establishing his personal label Mendoza winery on his family’s 110-year-old farm in La Consulta in 2007. Forming a collaborative partnership with Miguel Priore to craft terroir expressive Grand Cru wines from the region’s old vine Malbec, Marcelo sourced the 2021 Heritage Terroir Expressions Hostage cuvee from the Altamira vineyard situated at 1,100 meters above sea level, planted with pre-phylloxera Malbec vines over 60 years of age in a rugged terrain of rocky alluvial soils that produce intensely concentrated, tiny thick-skinned berries and naming the cuvee for being “held hostage” by the vineyard’s alluring old vine Malbec. Fermenting the hand harvested grapes with native yeasts in stainless steel, the refined 2021 Marcelo Pelleriti Heritage Terroir Expressions Hostage Malbec was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels and 12 months longer in bottle, revealing a harmonious, beautifully balanced Malbec described as “supple, smooth and polished” by critic Tim Atkin with a fresh solid core of fruit boasting distinct minerality on a backbone of ripe, polished tannins.

Among “the most dynamic winemakers in Argentina” according to James Suckling, the impressive 96 pt. 2021 Marcelo Pelleriti Heritage Terroir Expressions Hostage Malbec showcases Marcelo’s remarkable expertise for transparently expressing the distinctive Uco Valley terroir, a thrilling old vine Malbec at an unheard of price worthy of stocking the cellar to enjoy over the next decade.

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Aromas of dark berries, ink, graphite and dark chocolate. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and very fine, velvety tannins. Plenty of bark and iron character to the fruit at the end. Tight, creamy tannins. From 69-year-old vines. Drink or hold.

96 points, James Suckling (May 2024)

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2020 Le Cinciole Chianti Classico (750ml)

Sangiovese from Chianti, Tuscany, Italy

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Described as a “gem of a producer” by Decanter, Podere Le Cinciole may well be the ultimate insider’s Tuscan estate, these high scoring, under the radar selections expressing the estate’s exceptional “golden” terroir in Chianti Classico's high altitude terrain and quietly gaining the lesser known Le Cinciole a reputation among critics including Antonio Galloni of Vinous as “one of the leading estates in all of Italy," each of these artisan-crafted red wines also among the region’s top values.

Situated on a biodiverse 30-hectare hilltop estate that includes an olive grove of 1,000 trees, Le Cinciole owners Luca Orsini and Valeria Vigano produce their measured, thoughtful wines from 11-hectares of biodynamically farmed vineyards in the Conca d’Oro, the amphitheater-shaped “golden basin” considered the Grand Cru of the region, planted in galestro soils of clay and schist ranging from 400 to 450 meters above sea level at one of the highest elevations in the region. Described as “one of the most distinctive wines in the appellation” by Vinous critic Antonio Galloni, the remarkably expressive 93 pt. 2019 Le Cinciole Chianti Classico and 92 pt. 2020 Le Cinciole Chianti Classico entry level cuvees were crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for 12 months in medium French oak barrels and a year in concrete before bottling, yielding seductive, earthy fruit and elegant tannins and described as “a perennial overperformer” by Decanter’s Michaela Morris that’s not to be missed. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged well beyond the minimum requirement of 30 months for Chianti Classico's elite Gran Selezione category, Decanter critic Morris named the elegant 96 pt. 2016 Le Cinciole Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Aluigi one of her Top 10 wines of 2021, its luscious core of rich Sangiovese fruit and balanced mineral driven acidity boasting “quite a wow factor,” while Monica Larner of the Wine Advocate describes the “bold” 95 pt. 2018 Gran Selezione Aluigi as having “a lovely defined character” and Antonio Galloni of Vinous praises the 96 pt. 2019 Gran Selezione Aluigi as setting the gold standard for the classification, exclaiming “what a gorgeous wine this is.” A deeply layered blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Syrah and Merlot, the exquisite 95 pt. 2016 Le Cinciole Camalaione is “absolutely gorgeous” according to critic Galloni, boasting lush dark fruits with remarkable persistence and balanced acidity, while the powerful 94 pt. 2017 Le Cinciole Camalaione “packs a huge punch” and the enticing 96 pt. 2018 Le Cinciole Camalaione is “a knockout,” describing the atypical blend as offering “stunning depth and textural intensity.” Sourced from 100% Sangiovese grown in a single vineyard at the estate’s highest elevation, Antonio Galloni calls the flagship 97 pt. 2017 Le Cinciole Petresco “breathtaking” while the 98 pt. 2019 Le Cinciole Petresco boasts “notable depth and intensity,” and like all Le Cinciole’s top cuvees, both are built to deliver pleasurable drinking over the next decade and beyond.

While Panzano and the Conca D’Oro have gained notoriety among collectors as the home to high profile producers like Fontodi, Le Cinciole's top scoring wines remain among Tuscany’s hidden treasures, still seeming “to fly under the radar” according to Antonio Galloni and a rare opportunity for lovers and collectors of bold Tuscan reds to “strike gold” and scoop up a stash of Le Cinciole’s purely irresistible wines at unbeatable prices.

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The 2020 Chianti Classico is gorgeous. Wonderfully pure and bright, the 2020 conveys the essence of Sangiovese in its vibrant red-toned fruit. Sweet floral and spice notes appear in the glass, extending the mid-palate and finish effortlessly. All the elements are so nicely balanced. The 2020 is all class. Give it a year or two to soften. The 2020 spent a year in cask followed by a year in cement.

92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Aug 2023)

This is racy with red-fruited character, showcasing notes of dried orange peel, red licorice and chocolate. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity and velvety, soft tannins. Supple finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.

92 points, James Suckling (Aug 2023)

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