Sonoma's standard-bearer Ferrari-Carano needs little introduction. These quintessential California classics have been all-time best sellers at B-21 for years, and it's always nice to see a standard bearer continue to hit the mark. These latest releases showcase winemaking duo Rebecka Deike and Natalie West at their best, all notching solid press from James Suckling and offering outstanding value and consistent excellence.

The "rich, satisfying" 2024 Chardonnay is a top-shelf value performer at 92 points & under $15, a perfect option for your next go-to house white. For the reds, the 2023 Siena hits on all cylinders for fans of this QPR best seller, while the 92-point 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is "very generous and giving for the price" with "concentrated aromas" and a "rich and broad" palate. If you're looking for surefire quality at an easy price, you almost have too many good options with these Sonoma classics.

Is there a more consistently excellent estate in California than Ridge Vineyards? You'd be hard-pressed to make an argument otherwise. Decades of category-defining class and substance have resulted in untold numbers of awards and accolades, so it's no surprise to see them once again at the head of the class in this year's Wine Spectator Top 100 with the 2023 Lytton Springs Estate Red. The 2023 marks a high-water mark for this California original, not only with the Spectator accolades but also a towering 98 points from Jeb Dunnuck's new California critic, Virginie Boone. Most incredibly, the Lytton Springs remains one of the great QPR stars in California wine, and that continues with this sub-$50 parcel of the "stunning" 2023.

You could fairly call pretty much any Zinfandel in Ridge's line-up an icon of the category, but the 2023 Geyserville truly stands alone as Ridge's longest-standing, oldest cuvée, produced continuously since 1966. From three adjoining parcels in Alexander Valley on alluvial soil deposited by the Russian River Valley, the triple 95-point 2023 Geyserville is emblematic of the full potential of California Zin. "It truly offers the perfect balance of dark fruit and freshness, within a full-bodied richness and structure still built for aging, as with all Ridge wines," notes Virginie Boone. In short, as Vinous' Billy Norris puts it, "Virile and intense, this is a monster wine that's only at the very beginning of its evolution."

The 2023 Three Valleys continues this entry-level cuvées record and reputation as a superb bang-for-the-buck choice, thanks not only to Ridge's unparalleled vineyard sources in Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley, but also to their commitment to the same meticulous winemaking that goes into their top bottlings. Notching a pair of 93-point scores from Wine Spectator and Jeb Dunnuck, it's "complex and less rustic than usual, the vintage showing classic charm and elegance." In a category that too often sees explosive fruit bombs with alcohol approaching jet fuel levels, you can always depend on Ridge to stay true to proper California Zin form – vivid varietal character, undeniable charm and approachability, and world-class value.

While Ridge's most acclaimed and well-known bottlings come from their prized Sonoma sites, they also have access to prime fruit from further south, namely the famed Dusi Vineyard in Paso Robles. True to Ridge's top-tier standards, they aren't aiming for Sonoma Zin from Paso with this bottling. It's pure Dusi Zin all the way, the kind we know and love from other Zin wizards like Turley. The double 94-point 2023 Paso Robles Zinfandel is "sleek and vibrant" with an effortless personality defined by its "impressive persistence, energy and palpable tannic grip." Of course, Ridge's hallmark balanced style is also evident in a "a beaming, succulent palate lined with invigorating acidity that runs through the elegant, refreshing finish."

Any way you look at it, Ridge's reference-point excellence is primed and ready to go in any and all of these exceptional bottlings from a great vintage.

Sonoma's standard-bearer Ferrari-Carano needs little introduction. These quintessential California classics have been all-time best sellers at B-21 for years, and it's always nice to see a standard bearer continue to hit the mark. These latest releases showcase winemaking duo Rebecka Deike and Natalie West at their best, all notching solid press from James Suckling and offering outstanding value and consistent excellence.

The "rich, satisfying" 2024 Chardonnay is a top-shelf value performer at 92 points & under $15, a perfect option for your next go-to house white. For the reds, the 2023 Siena hits on all cylinders for fans of this QPR best seller, while the 92-point 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is "very generous and giving for the price" with "concentrated aromas" and a "rich and broad" palate. If you're looking for surefire quality at an easy price, you almost have too many good options with these Sonoma classics.

Over his many decades at the renowned Domaine de Aubuisieres, Bernard Fouquet has done as much as anyone to define the Vouvray appellation on the world stage, and the wines have long been fan-favorite best-sellers at B-21. Having entered retirement in 2023, Fouquet handed his treasured domaine to a new generation of talent in winemaker Charles Lesaffre, who continues Fouquet's excellent track record for quality and value.

We've cultivated quite the fanbase for the domaine's entry-level Cuvée de Silex, and after a recent tasting of the newly arrived 2023 vintage, we can confidently say it's another value standout that will thrill long-time fans. Made from 60-year-old vines on ... you guessed it, silex soils, the 2023 conveys its terroir in exceptional fashion. Flinty and mineral to the core, the profile is also imbued with approachably ripe, exotic fruits that make a true crowd-pleaser and cuisine friendly pairing in every sense. Not often do we find benchmark examples with top-tier pedigree for under $20, but the 2023 Cuvée de Silex more than maintains the world-class value reputation that has made it such an admired wine for our clients over the years.

Henri Giraud's artfully crafted Champagnes are mainstays at B-21, with a thrilling line-up anchored by the overwhelming fan-favorite Esprit Brut Nature. We've always considered it an overperforming value, and now we've secured special pricing, under $50 for a limited time.

"Medium-bodied, round and sappy, it's slightly creamy, with an elegant, fresh mid-palate that segues into an ethereal, long finish..." - Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate

Add to our must-see pricing some new, impressive reviews, and you have a can't-miss Champagne proposition that any devoted bubbles fan would be wise to jump at. An already glowing 95-point review from James Suckling is complemented by Wine Advocate's Yohan Castaing, who tagged the Esprit with his own solid 93-point review on his way to declaring "the Champagnes from this house to be among the finest, most elegant and most precise that I tasted on my last trip." This latest release is another notch of success in the estate's transition to a much more elegant, refined style in recent years, and it shows the kind of tremendous upward trajectory that makes today's opportunity to stock up at a steal all the more compelling.

The López de Heredia new releases are always some of the anticipated of the year, and our recent offer on the 2016 Cubillo Crianza kicked off the series with a bang. Now, we're back with the equally stupendous 2013 Bosconia Reserva.

"Full-bodied with depth and excellent structure. Tannins are grippy yet fine-grained and juicy, with a long, bright finish. A select, concentrated vintage."- James Suckling

The cool vintage didn't stop the Bosconia vineyard from producing a wine of proper depth and complexity, when in fact, it only added a layer of elegance to this fan-favorite Reserva that can sometimes be missing in warmer years. Along with James Suckling's 95-point review, the 2013 notched 93+ points from Wine Advocate's Luis Gutiérrez, who lauds it as "expressive, elegant and subtle, clean and complex, with polished tannins and very good acidity."

Frank Family Vineyards has earned a loyal following for their consistently outstanding wines priced well below their fellow Napa competitors, and these Napa Valley selections are no exception, a spectrum of ready-to-enjoy wines from outstanding California vintages, ranging from their opulent Carneros Chardonnay to a top-scoring Napa Cab described as "superb" by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, all delivering exceptional value.

Working from 380 acres of estate vineyards in Carneros, Rutherford, and Capell Valley, long-time winemaker and GM Todd Graff employs the same barrel aging across the entire Napa line-up, utilizing a mix of one-third new French oak barrels with one-third once-used barrels and one-third twice-used barrels. Sourced from cooler climate vineyards in Carneros, the luscious 2024 Frank Family Vineyard Chardonnay balances rich, fragrant fruit and a creamy texture from lees stirring with bright acidity. The 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Zinfandel offers ripe, dark bramble fruit layered with pepper and spice from estate vineyards in Capell Valley and Rutherford, while the smooth and satisfying, 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon contains well-integrated tannins that promise a decade of longevity.

A range of deliciously appealing Napa Valley wines that over-deliver, these Frank Family Vineyards selections reflect Frank Family's trademark consistency and quality, guaranteed to please at a price that won't break the bank.

"Really impressive already, with more to come; the star buy from this year’s collection." - Decanter

There's not much we can or need to say about Penfolds' latest iteration of their smash-hit, best-selling Shiraz. The 2023 Penfolds Bin 28 picks up right where all the previous vintages left off with a sterling critical line that includes stout praise from all corners. This wine is always a quintessential expression of Aussie Shiraz, thanks to Penfolds' complete mastery of their vineyards and winemaking. As always, everything is so impeccably balanced and composed that it's still a shock how good the Bin 28 is when you consider its sub-$25 price. All the components work in such harmony that it's easy to lose sight of what a value it is, to the point where it's not just delicious now, but it will also cruise for a long time in the cellar. When was the last time you spent $25 on a wine you'll still be enjoying ten or 15 years from now? Exactly. So make some room in the cellar and load up, because the 2023 Bin 28 is a hit for fans of Penfolds and any great Australian Shiraz.

And in case you missed it the first time around, we have not one, not two, but three soon-to-be legendary vintages of Australia's greatest wine, Penfolds Grange, at some of the sharpest prices in the market. Leading off, the 2018 Penfolds Grange is set to be an all-time masterpiece from one of South Australia's great modern vintages. Its perfect score from James Suckling is complemented by huge, near-perfect praise from every other critic of note – Erin Larkin of Wine Advocate (99 points), Angus Hughson of Vinous (98 points), and MaryAnn Worobiec of Wine Spectator (98 points) to name just a few.

Next, the 2019 Penfolds Grange is a 98-point, "epic wine that doesn't quit" per Wine Spectator's Worobiec, and a trio of 97-point reviews further bolster its classic appeal. Dave Brookes of Halliday Wine Companion notes, "Weighty and concentrated with classic Grange density of fruit and tannin; persistent, texturally flexing and long of finish. As per usual will cellar like a dream."

Rounding out the trifecta, from what many consider the vintage of a lifetime, the 2021 Penfolds Grange is a top candidate to achieve perfection once it reaches its prime. A pair of 99-point scores from Decanter and Halliday Wine Companion (as well as a trio of 98s from Advocate, Suckling, and Spectator) sing its praises. The bottom line is, if you collect the world's great wines, those transcendental bottlings that stand alone in their own hierarchy, Grange is a must-have for your cellar. There are few rewards greater than a legendary Grange at its peak.

"By any measure, 2023 is a magnificent vintage." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Galloni isn't the only voice to be singing the praises of Napa's 2023 vintage. Winemakers and critics alike seem over the moon about the uniformly high quality of this cool, long growing season. Jeb Dunnuck already compares it to another modern classic: "Across the board, the 2023s stand out for their purity, vibrancy, and elegance, yet they still deliver depth, richness, and concentration. The top 2023s are unquestionably on the level of the 2016s." What this means for wine lovers is that there are tremendous bargains to be found if you know where to look, something that is becoming a rare occurrence in today's Napa market. Today's offer brings together a handful of the top QPR releases to hit the market recently, all at sub-$40 pricing and all showing the same combination of youthful expression and solid cellar potential, the hallmark of this great vintage.

The 94-point 2023 HGIII blend from cult phenom Hourglass is a "charming, sexy beauty" based on Merlot, crafted by winemaker Tony Biagi to be an immediately accessible, captivating expression that Napa fans can indulge in without hesitation. "It's medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and balanced, with some classic Napa richness and depth," notes Jeb Dunnuck.Turnbull's Estate Cab has been one of the most consistent values in Napa for years, and the excellent 2023 vintage produced another "positively stellar" show-stopper to the tune of 93 points from Dunnuck. Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski also calls it "a super value and the rare modern-day Napa Cab under $100 that shows potential for further aging."

If you're looking for sure bets in Napa Cabernet, you can't do much better than Beaulieu Vineyards in an outstanding vintage, and this trio from the monumental 2021 and 2023 vintages is a must-see for any avid fan or collector. The 2023 BV Napa Valley Cabernet cements its place as one of the category's great value propositions. A double 94-point gem for under $40, it's "succulent, layered and generous ... An excellent release of this wine with all the traditional hallmarks," as noted by James Suckling. Finally, the 2023 Method Napa Valley Cabernet takes all Valley's fan-favorite qualities and wraps them in a 95-point, sub-$30 package that we almost never see in Napa these days.

We'll say it time and time again – finding any Napa red with a rock-solid score and premium pedigree under $40 is a search for a needle and a haystack, but with this line-up of proven overachievers, we've got four needles in hand for savvy Napa fans to stock up on.

Sonoma's standard-bearer Ferrari-Carano needs little introduction. These quintessential California classics have been all-time best sellers at B-21 for years, and it's always nice to see a standard bearer continue to hit the mark. These latest releases showcase winemaking duo Rebecka Deike and Natalie West at their best, all notching solid press from James Suckling and offering outstanding value and consistent excellence.

The "rich, satisfying" 2024 Chardonnay is a top-shelf value performer at 92 points & under $15, a perfect option for your next go-to house white. For the reds, the 2023 Siena hits on all cylinders for fans of this QPR best seller, while the 92-point 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is "very generous and giving for the price" with "concentrated aromas" and a "rich and broad" palate. If you're looking for surefire quality at an easy price, you almost have too many good options with these Sonoma classics.

"By any measure, 2023 is a magnificent vintage." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Galloni isn't the only voice to be singing the praises of Napa's 2023 vintage. Winemakers and critics alike seem over the moon about the uniformly high quality of this cool, long growing season. Jeb Dunnuck already compares it to another modern classic: "Across the board, the 2023s stand out for their purity, vibrancy, and elegance, yet they still deliver depth, richness, and concentration. The top 2023s are unquestionably on the level of the 2016s." What this means for wine lovers is that there are tremendous bargains to be found if you know where to look, something that is becoming a rare occurrence in today's Napa market. Today's offer brings together a handful of the top QPR releases to hit the market recently, all at sub-$40 pricing and all showing the same combination of youthful expression and solid cellar potential, the hallmark of this great vintage.

The 94-point 2023 HGIII blend from cult phenom Hourglass is a "charming, sexy beauty" based on Merlot, crafted by winemaker Tony Biagi to be an immediately accessible, captivating expression that Napa fans can indulge in without hesitation. "It's medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and balanced, with some classic Napa richness and depth," notes Jeb Dunnuck.Turnbull's Estate Cab has been one of the most consistent values in Napa for years, and the excellent 2023 vintage produced another "positively stellar" show-stopper to the tune of 93 points from Dunnuck. Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski also calls it "a super value and the rare modern-day Napa Cab under $100 that shows potential for further aging."

If you're looking for sure bets in Napa Cabernet, you can't do much better than Beaulieu Vineyards in an outstanding vintage, and this trio from the monumental 2021 and 2023 vintages is a must-see for any avid fan or collector. The 2023 BV Napa Valley Cabernet cements its place as one of the category's great value propositions. A double 94-point gem for under $40, it's "succulent, layered and generous ... An excellent release of this wine with all the traditional hallmarks," as noted by James Suckling. Finally, the 2023 Method Napa Valley Cabernet takes all Valley's fan-favorite qualities and wraps them in a 95-point, sub-$30 package that we almost never see in Napa these days.

We'll say it time and time again – finding any Napa red with a rock-solid score and premium pedigree under $40 is a search for a needle and a haystack, but with this line-up of proven overachievers, we've got four needles in hand for savvy Napa fans to stock up on.

"A sultry, oaky Bourbon for the connoisseur." - Beverage Testing Institute

Everybody in the bourbon game knows Booker Noe, and when Booker goes out of his way to make a single-barrel bourbon, it's for good reason. The Baker's Single Barrel is an ode to Booker's favorite cousin, one Baker Beam, the long-time master distiller at, you guessed it, Jim Beam.

Always proofed at 107 and always bottled at seven years old, it's a classic that has become a perennial best seller over the years. After all, each new release gives bourbon aficionados a chance to experience a version of Jim Beam juice that they've never had before. As barrels are selected for bottling, the final product is heavily influenced by several factors, such the cask's location in the rickhouse, the mash-bill, and the type of barrel.

The whiskey is not without its consistency, however, as the meticulous devotion to craft that goes into all of Booker Noe's bourbons is the same with each barrel of Baker's that leaves the warehouse. We just secured a very limited-time price on this Kentucky favorite that puts it nearly 30% off the going market rate, so now's the time to stock up.

Lynch-Bages is pure magic in 2019....A towering Pauillac, the 2019 Lynch Bages will make a great addition to any cellar…Don't miss it.

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Savvy Bordeaux collectors won't need convincing – the thrilling 100pt. 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages continues this estate's epic run of exceptional quality, elegantly balancing concentrated lush dark fruit with grippy, mouth-coating tannins on "an extremely persistent, almost Lafite-like finish" according to Inside Bordeaux's Jane Anson who declares it "a great Lynch-Bages of the modern era," offered at an equally spectacular value and delivered ex-Chateau.

Owned by the Cazes family for nearly a century, visitors to Chateau Lynch-Bages encounter an almost fairytale-like village complete with a Michelin-starred restaurant and luxury hotel, its stunning new contemporary winemaking facility designed by noted architects and sons of the masterful architect I.M. Pei, creator of the once controversial glass Louvre pyramid in Paris. Spanning 100 hectares planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the vineyards are located on a range of terroirs across Pauillac, from close to the Chateau on the gravelly Bages plateau to bordering St. Julien next to Chateau Pichon Lalande, the estate's vines for the Grand Vin averaging 30 years of age with some as old as 60 years. Under the direction of fourth generation Jean-Charles Cazes, the powerful 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages was aged for 18 months in 75% new French oak, revealing intense, dark Cabernet aromatics described as "gorgeous from the start" by the Wine Spectator's James Molesworth, embodying the hedonistic Lynch-Bages style with a core of fresh opulent fruit layered over rich, ripe tannins that according to Decanter's Georgina Hindle give "no doubt that this is going to age slowly and for many decades."

Frank Family Vineyards has earned a loyal following for their consistently outstanding wines priced well below their fellow Napa competitors, and these Napa Valley selections are no exception, a spectrum of ready-to-enjoy wines from outstanding California vintages, ranging from their opulent Carneros Chardonnay to a top-scoring Napa Cab described as "superb" by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, all delivering exceptional value.

Working from 380 acres of estate vineyards in Carneros, Rutherford, and Capell Valley, long-time winemaker and GM Todd Graff employs the same barrel aging across the entire Napa line-up, utilizing a mix of one-third new French oak barrels with one-third once-used barrels and one-third twice-used barrels. Sourced from cooler climate vineyards in Carneros, the luscious 2024 Frank Family Vineyard Chardonnay balances rich, fragrant fruit and a creamy texture from lees stirring with bright acidity. The 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Zinfandel offers ripe, dark bramble fruit layered with pepper and spice from estate vineyards in Capell Valley and Rutherford, while the smooth and satisfying, 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon contains well-integrated tannins that promise a decade of longevity.

A range of deliciously appealing Napa Valley wines that over-deliver, these Frank Family Vineyards selections reflect Frank Family's trademark consistency and quality, guaranteed to please at a price that won't break the bank.

"You'd be hard pressed to find a better Willamette Valley Pinot Noir value than this early release from Stoller." - Michael Alberty, Wine Enthusiast

You can't say it better than Michael Alberty does above. Stoller has been a stalwart icon for years in Willamette Valley, crafting wines of real substance and pedigree while keeping their entry-level prices accessible to anyone and everyone looking for great Oregon Pinot character. The 2024 vintage was an ideal growing season for pure Willamette Pinot character, and Stoller's many exceptional grower connections up and down the valley meant that they had the prime pick of fruit with which to make this outstanding appellation expression. With 94 points and an Editors' Choice nod from Wine Enthusiast, it's a value gem par excellence that any fan of great Pinot Noir can get behind in a big way.

"...the 2023 PSI is juicy, ripe and approachable." - Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate

One of the more remarkable stories in the wine world is how transplant, Danish-born Peter Sisseck developed Dominio de Pingus into one of the world's great ultra-luxury wine estates nearly from scratch. This Ribera del Duero icon is now tops the list of blue-chip cellar treasure right alongside the likes of Vega Sicilia, and the flagship wine will easily cost you a mortgage payment. However, one of the enduring and endearing aspects of Sisseck and his famed estate is that the rest of us can get Pingus pedigree and Sisseck's incredible winemaking for a song in the all-time best-selling PSI.

For years this wine has been an established fan favorite at B-21, and it's not easy to see why. Few wines over-deliver in terms of critical praise and sheer quality in the bottle the way that PSI does. Sisseck started PSI as a project to reclaim and rehabilitate neglected vineyards with what he considered world-class potential, and the result have born his vision out over the past 20 years. The 2023 sets another feather in Sisseck's cap as a pure, pleasurable, and undeniably delicious Tempranillo of real Duero soul, already showing 94-point potential from Wine Advocate and Vinous.

As it always has, our parcel comes in at razor-sharp pricing that leads the market, paving the way for the 2023 to be another best-selling PSI that will thrill long-time fans and newcomers alike.

Bernard Magrez still stands tall as one of the most dynamic chateau owners in Bordeaux, and his Pape Clement property is on a stunning roll of late. This overachieving Pessac estate has been hitting one homerun after another in recent years, with success especially amplified in the excellent Bordeaux vintages of the decade.

"...the 2016 Château Pape Clément never failed to impress ... About as sexy as it gets in the vintage." - Jeb Dunnuck

The 2016 vintage is arguably the best of Bordeaux's post-2010 campaigns, and at the ten-year mark they're proving the hype was always real. This Pessac beauty offers the best of both the estate and the vintage in its "cashmere-textured style," its "Pauillac-like finish," and its "huge, powerful, full-bodied personality." With consulting winemaker Michel Rolland adding his inimitable touch to the whole affair, the 2016 Pape Clement is shaping up to be a thrill-a-minute expression that's only just showing the first real glimpses of its full potential. This is easily a wine to stack in multiples, since it's already giving so much with even more held in reserve.

The 2016's predecessors in 2009 and 2015 also mark two of the smartest buys in collectible Bordeaux, each showcasing a legendary vintage in near-perfect, 99-point form. Of course, 2016 was by no means a high-water mark for the estate, as succeeding vintages have also achieved rarified air. The double 98-point 2020 "is outrageously beautiful," declares Antonio Gallonim, "In a word: magnificent." Finally, the 2022 Pape Clement Blanc is picture perfect evidence of Pessac's top-billing when it comes to white Bordeaux. This 97-point benchmark is "crystal clear, but with quite impressive concentration" in a profile that will age effortlessly like all great white Bordeaux.

Renowned for producing "classical, reliable wines" according to Wine Advocate's Luis Gutiérrez, Beronia is a household name in overachieving Rioja value. Vintage after vintage, the estate delivers some of the best bang for the buck in all of Spain, attracting legions of fans who have made these wines into best-selling benchmarks over the years.

The 2022 Beronia Crianza is once again one of the Rioja's sharpest case-buy contenders. "A well-spiced red ... Chalky in texture, with light, sculpted tannins," it's a quintessential young Rioja for fans of wines both easy on the palate and on the wallet. The 95-point 2020 Beronia Reserva is another well-crafted edition of this fan-favorite to add to its consistent track record of reliability. The profile is everything long-time fans know and love, immediately accessible, charming, "harmonious," as Wine Spectator describes it. Made from Beronia's oldest vines, the 93-point 2018 Beronia Gran Reserva also brings home the goods and then some. Aged over 28 months in French oak followed by three years in bottle prior to release to develop its trademark complexity and depth, the 2018 is a "polished crowd-pleaser" according to Eric Guido of Vinous.

It's a perfect trio to stock up on to deliver outstanding QPR and classic Rioja style, time and time again over the next several years.

The López de Heredia new releases are always some of the anticipated of the year, and kicking off this round, we have the standard bearer for Crianza Rioja, from a stellar vintage to boot.

"The super bargain of the [Lopez] portfolio..." - Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate

Following on the success of the previous vintage, the 2017 Cubillo is yet again a rock-solid performer in its category. The vineyard itself is a true gem, capable of producing at the Gran Reserva level, but winemaker Mercedes López de Heredia insists on making the Crianza because it's just that important to their entire range. The 2017 vintage was not without its challenges, but in the end it produced a "Smooth, juicy and slightly chalky" expression that "retains the fine-boned elegance of the Cubillo style." In other words, it's a prime example of LdH's traditional Rioja pedigree, and our razor-sharp price offers you the opportunity to stock up big, so you can enjoy this best-in-class overachiever time and time again for years to come.

Bodegas Muga's status as an all-time Rioja reference-point is reaffirmed with this sterling trio of releases at razor-sharp pricing, highlighted by the newly arrived, 99-point 2021 Torre Muga. The 2021 Rioja vintage is already garnering rave reviews in the press, and the 99-point Torre Muga reflects that praise, "a gorgeous wine from a gorgeous vintage that’s worth the price." Concentrated and robust yet also polished and refined, the 2021 expresses the character of its old-vine plots in Villalba de Rioja, Brinas, and Labastida. A host of impressive reviews from James Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Advocate further confirm the 2021 Torre Muga as a special achievement, worthy of the wine's loft reputation among collectors.

The 2020 Selección Especial Reserva rendtion ramps up the collectible appeal thanks to a particular feature of the vintage itself – no Prado Enea was made in 2020, so all the fruit and juice that would normally comprise that flagship icon has instead gone into the Selección Especial. So, it's no surprise that the 2020 picks up right where the 2019 leaves off, led by Jeb Dunnuck's 95-point review that highlights its "medium to full-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and silky tannins," which makes it "already hard to resist."

The 97-point 2019 Prado Enea is unquestionably one for the ages. Muga's flagship bottling is always a coveted item, and 2019 rendition is already showing legendary pedigree that will thrill collectors and connoisseurs of Spain's finest. Luis Gutierrez' 97-point review in Wine Advocate is just the first of what's sure to be another raft of critical praise for the 2019, as it takes its place among the greats. Muga fans know that Prado Enea isn't made every year – no 2017 or 2018 was made, for instance – so when it does appear, we can be virtually assured that it's going to be a showstopper. With its "phenomenal" aromatic profile and a palate built on "power and elegance and very good aging potential," this is collectible Rioja class at its very best, and it's now available to our private clients at a must-see price that you won't find anywhere else.

Finally, Muga's incredible fan-favorite Blanco and Rosado absolutely shine in the newly released 2025 renditions. The 93-point 2025 Blanco is "super balanced, clean and focused, serious and chalky" according to Advocate's Luis Gutiérrez, while Joaquin Hidalgo calls it "a particularly successful vintage for this bottling." The 2025 Rosado notched 92 points for its "fresh and energetic [style] with fine texture and a sleek, nervy flow."

From collectibles to everyday showstoppers, Muga is clearly at the top of their game once again, and Spanish wine lovers have a plethora of surefire options to fit every need in they might have, for the cellar or tonight's dinner table.

Frank Family Vineyards has earned a loyal following for their consistently outstanding wines priced well below their fellow Napa competitors, and these Napa Valley selections are no exception, a spectrum of ready-to-enjoy wines from outstanding California vintages, ranging from their opulent Carneros Chardonnay to a top-scoring Napa Cab described as "superb" by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, all delivering exceptional value.

Working from 380 acres of estate vineyards in Carneros, Rutherford, and Capell Valley, long-time winemaker and GM Todd Graff employs the same barrel aging across the entire Napa line-up, utilizing a mix of one-third new French oak barrels with one-third once-used barrels and one-third twice-used barrels. Sourced from cooler climate vineyards in Carneros, the luscious 2024 Frank Family Vineyard Chardonnay balances rich, fragrant fruit and a creamy texture from lees stirring with bright acidity. The 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Zinfandel offers ripe, dark bramble fruit layered with pepper and spice from estate vineyards in Capell Valley and Rutherford, while the smooth and satisfying, 2023 Frank Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon contains well-integrated tannins that promise a decade of longevity.

A range of deliciously appealing Napa Valley wines that over-deliver, these Frank Family Vineyards selections reflect Frank Family's trademark consistency and quality, guaranteed to please at a price that won't break the bank.

"By any measure, 2023 is a magnificent vintage." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Galloni isn't the only voice to be singing the praises of Napa's 2023 vintage. Winemakers and critics alike seem over the moon about the uniformly high quality of this cool, long growing season. Jeb Dunnuck already compares it to another modern classic: "Across the board, the 2023s stand out for their purity, vibrancy, and elegance, yet they still deliver depth, richness, and concentration. The top 2023s are unquestionably on the level of the 2016s." What this means for wine lovers is that there are tremendous bargains to be found if you know where to look, something that is becoming a rare occurrence in today's Napa market. Today's offer brings together a handful of the top QPR releases to hit the market recently, all at sub-$40 pricing and all showing the same combination of youthful expression and solid cellar potential, the hallmark of this great vintage.

The 94-point 2023 HGIII blend from cult phenom Hourglass is a "charming, sexy beauty" based on Merlot, crafted by winemaker Tony Biagi to be an immediately accessible, captivating expression that Napa fans can indulge in without hesitation. "It's medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and balanced, with some classic Napa richness and depth," notes Jeb Dunnuck.Turnbull's Estate Cab has been one of the most consistent values in Napa for years, and the excellent 2023 vintage produced another "positively stellar" show-stopper to the tune of 93 points from Dunnuck. Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski also calls it "a super value and the rare modern-day Napa Cab under $100 that shows potential for further aging."

If you're looking for sure bets in Napa Cabernet, you can't do much better than Beaulieu Vineyards in an outstanding vintage, and this trio from the monumental 2021 and 2023 vintages is a must-see for any avid fan or collector. The 2023 BV Napa Valley Cabernet cements its place as one of the category's great value propositions. A double 94-point gem for under $40, it's "succulent, layered and generous ... An excellent release of this wine with all the traditional hallmarks," as noted by James Suckling. Finally, the 2023 Method Napa Valley Cabernet takes all Valley's fan-favorite qualities and wraps them in a 95-point, sub-$30 package that we almost never see in Napa these days.

We'll say it time and time again – finding any Napa red with a rock-solid score and premium pedigree under $40 is a search for a needle and a haystack, but with this line-up of proven overachievers, we've got four needles in hand for savvy Napa fans to stock up on.

Lynch-Bages is pure magic in 2019....A towering Pauillac, the 2019 Lynch Bages will make a great addition to any cellar…Don't miss it.

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Savvy Bordeaux collectors won't need convincing – the thrilling 100pt. 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages continues this estate's epic run of exceptional quality, elegantly balancing concentrated lush dark fruit with grippy, mouth-coating tannins on "an extremely persistent, almost Lafite-like finish" according to Inside Bordeaux's Jane Anson who declares it "a great Lynch-Bages of the modern era," offered at an equally spectacular value and delivered ex-Chateau.

Owned by the Cazes family for nearly a century, visitors to Chateau Lynch-Bages encounter an almost fairytale-like village complete with a Michelin-starred restaurant and luxury hotel, its stunning new contemporary winemaking facility designed by noted architects and sons of the masterful architect I.M. Pei, creator of the once controversial glass Louvre pyramid in Paris. Spanning 100 hectares planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the vineyards are located on a range of terroirs across Pauillac, from close to the Chateau on the gravelly Bages plateau to bordering St. Julien next to Chateau Pichon Lalande, the estate's vines for the Grand Vin averaging 30 years of age with some as old as 60 years. Under the direction of fourth generation Jean-Charles Cazes, the powerful 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages was aged for 18 months in 75% new French oak, revealing intense, dark Cabernet aromatics described as "gorgeous from the start" by the Wine Spectator's James Molesworth, embodying the hedonistic Lynch-Bages style with a core of fresh opulent fruit layered over rich, ripe tannins that according to Decanter's Georgina Hindle give "no doubt that this is going to age slowly and for many decades."

Is there a more consistently excellent estate in California than Ridge Vineyards? You'd be hard-pressed to make an argument otherwise. Decades of category-defining class and substance have resulted in untold numbers of awards and accolades, so it's no surprise to see them once again at the head of the class in this year's Wine Spectator Top 100 with the 2023 Lytton Springs Estate Red. The 2023 marks a high-water mark for this California original, not only with the Spectator accolades but also a towering 98 points from Jeb Dunnuck's new California critic, Virginie Boone. Most incredibly, the Lytton Springs remains one of the great QPR stars in California wine, and that continues with this sub-$50 parcel of the "stunning" 2023.

You could fairly call pretty much any Zinfandel in Ridge's line-up an icon of the category, but the 2023 Geyserville truly stands alone as Ridge's longest-standing, oldest cuvée, produced continuously since 1966. From three adjoining parcels in Alexander Valley on alluvial soil deposited by the Russian River Valley, the triple 95-point 2023 Geyserville is emblematic of the full potential of California Zin. "It truly offers the perfect balance of dark fruit and freshness, within a full-bodied richness and structure still built for aging, as with all Ridge wines," notes Virginie Boone. In short, as Vinous' Billy Norris puts it, "Virile and intense, this is a monster wine that's only at the very beginning of its evolution."

The 2023 Three Valleys continues this entry-level cuvées record and reputation as a superb bang-for-the-buck choice, thanks not only to Ridge's unparalleled vineyard sources in Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley, but also to their commitment to the same meticulous winemaking that goes into their top bottlings. Notching a pair of 93-point scores from Wine Spectator and Jeb Dunnuck, it's "complex and less rustic than usual, the vintage showing classic charm and elegance." In a category that too often sees explosive fruit bombs with alcohol approaching jet fuel levels, you can always depend on Ridge to stay true to proper California Zin form – vivid varietal character, undeniable charm and approachability, and world-class value.

While Ridge's most acclaimed and well-known bottlings come from their prized Sonoma sites, they also have access to prime fruit from further south, namely the famed Dusi Vineyard in Paso Robles. True to Ridge's top-tier standards, they aren't aiming for Sonoma Zin from Paso with this bottling. It's pure Dusi Zin all the way, the kind we know and love from other Zin wizards like Turley. The double 94-point 2023 Paso Robles Zinfandel is "sleek and vibrant" with an effortless personality defined by its "impressive persistence, energy and palpable tannic grip." Of course, Ridge's hallmark balanced style is also evident in a "a beaming, succulent palate lined with invigorating acidity that runs through the elegant, refreshing finish."

Any way you look at it, Ridge's reference-point excellence is primed and ready to go in any and all of these exceptional bottlings from a great vintage.

"Extremely sleek, elegant and well made."

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux (93 pt. Decanter review)

From a top Haut-Medoc chateau classified as Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, the impressive 93 pt. 2019 Belle-Vue offers rich aromatic spiced fruit with velvety ripe tannins, a beautifully balanced and age worthy Left Bank blend promising "to be a gem of a wine" according to Jeb Dunnuck and bargain priced for everyday enjoyment.

Located along the D2 just west of Macau, Chateau Belle-Vue is visible from the roadside just south of the massive iron gates of Margaux's Chateau Giscours and barely two kilometers from the Gironde. Releasing its first vintage in 1996, Chateau Belle-Vue is a relatively young estate situated near one of Bordeaux's original drainage canals that separates it from Giscours, sharing a similar name but not to be confused with St. Emilion's Chateau Bellevue. Planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon, the 15-hectare vineyard has deep rough gravelly soil considered the region's best terroir near the Garonne tributary and bordered by woodland to the east, the vines averaging around 39 years of age with some planted nearly a century ago. Boasting an unusually high percentage of Petit Verdot that adds a distinctly aromatically spiced component to the Grand Vin, the deeply structured 2019 Belle-Vue was aged for 14 months in 30% new French oak to reveal fresh, earthy fruit balanced by savory acidity, yielding "a gorgeous bottle of wine that will keep for over a decade" according to Jeb Dunnuck.

Describing it as "powerful and burly," Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls the 93 pt. 2019 Belle-Vue "an ideal wine for the dinner table" its appealing spiced flavors and fresh dense tannins promising a decade of drinking pleasure at a superb value.

Lynch-Bages is pure magic in 2019....A towering Pauillac, the 2019 Lynch Bages will make a great addition to any cellar…Don't miss it.

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Savvy Bordeaux collectors won't need convincing – the thrilling 100pt. 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages continues this estate's epic run of exceptional quality, elegantly balancing concentrated lush dark fruit with grippy, mouth-coating tannins on "an extremely persistent, almost Lafite-like finish" according to Inside Bordeaux's Jane Anson who declares it "a great Lynch-Bages of the modern era," offered at an equally spectacular value and delivered ex-Chateau.

Owned by the Cazes family for nearly a century, visitors to Chateau Lynch-Bages encounter an almost fairytale-like village complete with a Michelin-starred restaurant and luxury hotel, its stunning new contemporary winemaking facility designed by noted architects and sons of the masterful architect I.M. Pei, creator of the once controversial glass Louvre pyramid in Paris. Spanning 100 hectares planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the vineyards are located on a range of terroirs across Pauillac, from close to the Chateau on the gravelly Bages plateau to bordering St. Julien next to Chateau Pichon Lalande, the estate's vines for the Grand Vin averaging 30 years of age with some as old as 60 years. Under the direction of fourth generation Jean-Charles Cazes, the powerful 2019 Chateau Lynch-Bages was aged for 18 months in 75% new French oak, revealing intense, dark Cabernet aromatics described as "gorgeous from the start" by the Wine Spectator's James Molesworth, embodying the hedonistic Lynch-Bages style with a core of fresh opulent fruit layered over rich, ripe tannins that according to Decanter's Georgina Hindle give "no doubt that this is going to age slowly and for many decades."

Even though prices in Willamette Valley have steadily risen over the past decade as more and more Pinot Enthusiasts take note of the exceptionally quality of the wines, there are still remarkable bargains to be found, and they're often found at the pioneering estates that have done more than anyone to establish the reputation of the region. Our latest example comes from the excellent, classic 2024 vintage and the iconic Argyle estate. The entry-level 2024 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is only entry-level in terms of its sub-$20, private-client price. Otherwise, it's a 94-point gem loaded with classic Oregon Pinot character, ready to perform as a textbook example of its category or as a go-to house red that you can stack by the case.

Arguably the most dynamic producer in southwest France, Gerard Bertrand's stable of estates form the backbone of the winegrowing traditions in the regions around the foothills of the Pyrenees. As dramatic a winegrowing landscape as you'll find, this region has been home to the vine since the ancient Romans and Phoenicians fought over it. Château l'Hospitalet in the coastal La Clape AOC is a marvelous property, part resort, part vineyard, and part nature preserve, where you'll find some of the most definitive wines of the appellation.

The 2022 l'Hospitalet Rouge is a "well-built, focused and balanced blend of syrah and mourvèdre that shows drive and precision" per James Suckling. Likewise, the 2022 Blanc, made from Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, and Viognier, is "plush and inviting, with warm spice details and a honeyed note on the mineral-rich, racy finish" as described in Wine Spectator's 92-point review. If you're a fan of eminently classic Rhône-style wines with their own signature character, look no further.

"By any measure, 2023 is a magnificent vintage." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Galloni isn't the only voice to be singing the praises of Napa's 2023 vintage. Winemakers and critics alike seem over the moon about the uniformly high quality of this cool, long growing season. Jeb Dunnuck already compares it to another modern classic: "Across the board, the 2023s stand out for their purity, vibrancy, and elegance, yet they still deliver depth, richness, and concentration. The top 2023s are unquestionably on the level of the 2016s." What this means for wine lovers is that there are tremendous bargains to be found if you know where to look, something that is becoming a rare occurrence in today's Napa market. Today's offer brings together a handful of the top QPR releases to hit the market recently, all at sub-$40 pricing and all showing the same combination of youthful expression and solid cellar potential, the hallmark of this great vintage.

The 94-point 2023 HGIII blend from cult phenom Hourglass is a "charming, sexy beauty" based on Merlot, crafted by winemaker Tony Biagi to be an immediately accessible, captivating expression that Napa fans can indulge in without hesitation. "It's medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and balanced, with some classic Napa richness and depth," notes Jeb Dunnuck.Turnbull's Estate Cab has been one of the most consistent values in Napa for years, and the excellent 2023 vintage produced another "positively stellar" show-stopper to the tune of 93 points from Dunnuck. Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski also calls it "a super value and the rare modern-day Napa Cab under $100 that shows potential for further aging."

If you're looking for sure bets in Napa Cabernet, you can't do much better than Beaulieu Vineyards in an outstanding vintage, and this trio from the monumental 2021 and 2023 vintages is a must-see for any avid fan or collector. The 2023 BV Napa Valley Cabernet cements its place as one of the category's great value propositions. A double 94-point gem for under $40, it's "succulent, layered and generous ... An excellent release of this wine with all the traditional hallmarks," as noted by James Suckling. Finally, the 2023 Method Napa Valley Cabernet takes all Valley's fan-favorite qualities and wraps them in a 95-point, sub-$30 package that we almost never see in Napa these days.

We'll say it time and time again – finding any Napa red with a rock-solid score and premium pedigree under $40 is a search for a needle and a haystack, but with this line-up of proven overachievers, we've got four needles in hand for savvy Napa fans to stock up on.

We've taken tremendous pleasure in watching our direct-import relationship with Schiopetto take off, since these are unquestionably some of the most incisive, harmonious, and scintillating Italian white wines out there. Indeed, as Kerin O'Keefe contends, they prove without a doubt that Italy's white wines can reach a level of serious expression to rival many others in the Old World.

Several vintages in a row have gotten our B-21 customers acquainted with this range and built up quite a following, and we're happy to report that after a recent tasting of the latest releases, there are even more stunning offerings on tap in the coming months, starting with the 95-point 2023 Friulano. James Suckling describes it as "very minerally and smoky ... medium- to full-bodied, tangy and energetic," while Wine Advocate's Monica Larner found "classic layers of Golden Delicious apple, quince and mineral tones." We were similarly struck with the head-turning, perfumed aromatics, the surprisingly complex and charming flavors, and the lip-smacking finish.

Another 95-point varietal benchmark is the 2023 Pinot Bianco. While the grape often gets shorted in reputation and renown, it can nonetheless produce incredibly compelling wines in the right hands. Schiopetto's 2023 is "full and layered with lovely density and freshness" according to James Suckling, with purity and depth to spare.

These are just the highlights, but if you're already a fan of Schiopetto, you'll no doubt be making room in the cellar for the whole range, and if you haven't yet tried them, this is a can't-miss opportunity to add a truly world-class estate to your repertoire.