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2022 Larrivet Haut Brion Rouge (750ml)

Merlot from Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France

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"This is an extraordinary vintage that will go down in record books as one of the all-time greats." - Jeb Dunnuck

When Bordeaux's 2022 vintage premiered three years ago, there was some uncertainty as to how the wines would play out from such a hot, dry growing season, one which surely promised wines of massive power, ripeness, and weight. Would it be too much of a good thing?

As it appeared then, and as it has turned out now that the wines are releasing to market, it's an extraordinary campaign among the best of the century. As Dunnuck observes, "Now that the wines are in bottles, it’s clear they have fully lived up to the early hype—and not just at the high end. The 2022s are deep, layered, and concentrated while staying beautifully balanced, light on their feet, and elegant."

Today's selection presents an incredible treasure trove that showcases the vintage's greatest features at every price in the spectrum, leaving no doubt as to how good 2022 Bordeaux really is.

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The 2022 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion checks in as 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, and 18% Merlot that spent 16 months in barrel. Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a beautifully perfumed, medium to full-bodied, elegant 2022 that has red, blue, and some black fruits, a lifted, floral perfume of incense, smoky tobacco, and blood orange, fine, polished tannins, and a great finish. It's beautifully done, and while it's already accessible, it should age beautifully for two decades.

95 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Feb 2025)

Such beautiful aromas of blackberries, flowers, nettles and crushed stones follow through to a medium body with firm yet open tannins and a long and crunchy finish. Needs three or four years to come together but very well-constructed. 61% cabernet sauvignon, 21% cabernet franc and 18% merlot. 5% whole-bunch fermentation. Drink after 2029.

95 points, James Suckling (Jan 2025)

The 2022 Larrivet Haut-Brion is dense, powerful and explosive. Black cherry, plum, new leather, licorice and mocha are amplified in this dramatic, deeply resonant wine. Gorgeous.

94 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2025)

The assemblage here is led by Cabernet Sauvignon, at 61% of the total, with 21% Cabernet Franc and just 18% Merlot, the only cuvée in the appellation to relegate this variety into third place. This is surely relevant when it comes to the aromatics, which are an absolute delight, immediately reminding me of the 2016 vintage, with finely desiccated currant and blackberry wrapped up with Cabernet Franc tobacco and pencil shavings, perfumed oak, slate, sage, white flowers, sandalwood and crushed chalk. The palate is totally correct, deft and light-footed, with a coherent composition, beautifully cut with toast and matchstick notes, but ultimately this is a wine of dark and driven fruit with a wealth of softening components wrapped around the periphery, set in a medium-bodied substance. A really classy Pessac-Léognan, with a long grip of Cabernet tannins;one for the cellar. Tasted twice. The alcohol on the label is 14%.

94 points, Chris Kissack, Wine Independent (Jun 2025)

Highly aromatic and fragrant nose full of dark berry fruits, dried flowers and chocolate. Well sculpted on the palate, tannins give the frame and strength while the bright red, juicy berry fruit adds lift. There's still some tension to this - it drives in a straight line from start to finish with crushed stones, graphite and cola accenting the finish. Still feels a little shy but I love the styling and precision to the elements. A flash of heat and spice on the finish puts the vintage into the picture and suggests waiting a little longer to enjoy this but it's very nice.

94 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2025)

Confirming my expectations, the 2022 Larrivet Haut-Brion is one of the best wines ever produced at this estate. Revealing a complex, vibrant bouquet of cassis, lilac, iris, mulberries, spices and menthol complemented by barely noticeable oak, it's medium to full-bodied and layered with a seamless, pure texture and a fleshy core of fruit perfectly framed by velvety tannins and bright acids. The Cabernet Franc contributes a floral finish, while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds a balanced structure. It should age gracefully.

93 points, Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate (Mar 2025)

An elegant wine with a blueberry and chocolate aroma and touches of toast. With its ripe tannins and succulent black fruits, the wine has a dense structure. Drink from 2028.

93 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2025)

Lovely aromatics here, dives straight in to a charming, fruit-filled glass, nothing too concentrated in colour or on the nose, still with plenty of personality. Edge of vanilla bean smoke on the nose, there is a sweetness here, raspberry puree, fragrant lemongrass, violet and cherry pit. Enjoyable, fresh acidities on the finish. Dominant Cabernet, with over 80% between Sauvignon and Franc, and a generous for the vintage 40hl/h yield. 15% whole cluster, aged in a mix of amphora, new barrels and one year old barrels. Tasted twice.

93 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2025)

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2022 Chateau Prieure Lichine (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaux, Bordeaux, France

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"This is an extraordinary vintage that will go down in record books as one of the all-time greats." - Jeb Dunnuck

When Bordeaux's 2022 vintage premiered three years ago, there was some uncertainty as to how the wines would play out from such a hot, dry growing season, one which surely promised wines of massive power, ripeness, and weight. Would it be too much of a good thing?

As it appeared then, and as it has turned out now that the wines are releasing to market, it's an extraordinary campaign among the best of the century. As Dunnuck observes, "Now that the wines are in bottles, it’s clear they have fully lived up to the early hype—and not just at the high end. The 2022s are deep, layered, and concentrated while staying beautifully balanced, light on their feet, and elegant."

Today's selection presents an incredible treasure trove that showcases the vintage's greatest features at every price in the spectrum, leaving no doubt as to how good 2022 Bordeaux really is.

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This is really something for the Prieure. The aromas are vivid and bright and so, so perfumed. Violets, other flowers and citrus blossoms too. Medium- to full-bodied with ultrafine polished tannins that go on and on. Cashmere texture. Long and seductive. Best after 2029.

96 points, James Suckling (Jan 2025)

Enticing aromatics, crushed rose petals, with a kick of dark cassis and blueberry fruits on the opening, well balanced, enjoyable, delivered with skill and retains the appellation typicity while not sacrificing the exuberance of the year. Good quality. One to age, you can feel the tannins holding everything firmly in place at this point. 32hl/h yield.

94 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2025)

This 2022 has a blend led by 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 30% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. A rather sweet, smoky and brooding character on the nose, with blackcurrant, blackberry, toasted liquorice, tar and mint. The palate follows on from this dark and somewhat brooding nose with a polished and finely integrated style, with powdery and dark substance, a fine grip of rich tannins, and toasted blackberry and olive fruits. There is quite a bit of spirity oak lactone here, but this will integrate given time, and it does not detract from the cohesive structure and wealth of dark fruits. A very impressive Margaux, the structure and holding up well throughout, even into the finish and length, where the tannins linger long. A smart 2022 from Prieuré-Lichine, an estate that deserves a greater following. Put this one in your cellar. Tasted twice. The alcohol on the label is 13.5%.

94 points, Chris Kissack, Wine Independent (Jun 2025)

Tobacco, dark chocolate, blackcurrants, plums, and rose petals on the nose, with sandalwood and cinnamon adding complexity. Dark, brooding flavors with toasted elements alongside dark fruits. Less vibrant but deeply finessed. Integrated tannins, acidity lifting the finish. Spice and toast linger, ending with a liquorice note. Needs a few years to fully open.

94 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2025)

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2018 Andre Clouet Dream Vintage (750ml)

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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Andre Clouet Brut The V6 Experience (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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Aged for six years on the second lees, the yellow-golden NV Brut The V6 Experience is a Bouzy Pinot Noir that displays great purity and intensity but also reduction on the mineral-scented nose. This is deep and complex, but it needs all our patience and perhaps even a decanter or at least a big glass and lots of aeration. The palate is rich and powerful, firmly structured, very tight and still astringent on the finish, but there is so much finesse paired with power, concentration and fruit, which give the V6 a promising future. The wine just starts a bit slowly (like a rocket, which is pictured on the label), but it will most probably go very steep in a couple of years. I have ever had this cuvée before, so I can only guess, though.

93+ points, Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate (Apr 2021)

NV Henri Giraud Esprit Nature Brut (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Champagne, France

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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 earlier in the summer is complemented by Wine Advocate's Yohan Castaing, who recently 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.

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The creamy texture is so enticing on the palate, because it intentionally has slightly less bubbles, with light strawberry and brioche and a hint of tangerine. Medium body with a pretty core of fruit and a fine, velvety finish. Base wine all fermented in barrel. 30% reserve wine and the base is 2020. 80% pinot noir and 20% chardonnay. Drink now.

95 points, James Suckling (Aug 2024)

Based on the 2020 vintage, the NV Brut Esprit Nature displays an iodine-inflected and elegant bouquet of menthol, anise, licorice, white peach and spices intertwined with notes of clementine. Medium-bodied, round and sappy, it's slightly creamy, with an elegant, fresh mid-palate that segues into an ethereal, long finish. Bottled in 2021, it was disgorged in November 2023 with a dosage of five grams per liter. This is a blend of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay.

93 points, Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate (Oct 2024)

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2022 Julien Brocard Cote de Lechet 1er Cru (750ml)

Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France

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We're always on the look-out for under-the-radar Chablis stars to introduce to our avid Burgundy clientele, and this 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre is a perfect introduction to a domaine that should be on everyone's short list. When he's not overseeing the extensive domaine and négociant arms of the vast Jean-Marc Brocard estate, Julien Brocard devotes his spare time to turning out fabulous wines of true terroir distinction under his own eponymous label. The entire range is a tour de force in biodynamic winemaking, the trio on offer today exemplifying Brocard's meticulous precision and commitment to authentic terroir expression.

Leading off, we have a "very terroir-driven ... very promising" Côte de Léchet 1er Cru that notched 92+ points from Neal Martin of Vinous, followed by a potential 96-point Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru that Decanter calls "a fine balance between the power and minerality of Montée de Tonnerre and the ripeness of this particular site." Chablis fans and collectors on the hunt for a thrilling discovery to follow over the coming years should take a serious look at Julien Brocard, especially at our unbeatable market-leading pricing across the board.

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The 2022 Chablis Côte de Léchet 1er Cru has a stony, more austere bouquet after the Vau de Vey, very terroir-driven, opening succinct with aeration. The palate is very well balanced with a sapid entry, fine grip and weight. Dense on the finish, though it needs a couple of years to really open up. Very promising.

92+ points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Aug 2024)

Focused on the palate. Plenty of drive if a little closed at the moment, but there is depth, concentration and layers to the fruit. To revisit once bottled. Should be a top example in time. Tank sample.

91 points, Andy Howard, Decanter (Oct 2023)

Louis Roederer Champagne Collection 246 (750ml)

Sparkling from Champagne, France

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"The NV Brut Collection 246 is positively stellar. It’s a terrific example of where Roederer is going with this cuvée stylistically." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Begun a few years ago as a bold step in a new direction by one of Champagne's most revered houses, Roederer's Collection Series is now a full-fledged fan-favorite that hits every mark with each new release.

Created to replace Roederer's non-vintage Brut in 2017, the Champagne Collection series labels each release with a unique ascending number akin to Krug's non-vintage Grande Cuvée. Chef de Cave Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon crafted the fifth-release Collection 246 from 54% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 11% Pinot Meunier. Sourced evenly from Roederer's La Riviere, La Montagne, and La Côte estates, the Collection 246 includes 35% perpetual reserve wines created in 2012 that are stored in stainless steel and topped off every vintage, along with 10% from previous years and young plots on the Cristal estate aged in French oak foudres. The remaining 55% from 2021 grapes was fermented mostly in stainless steel with 15% in oak, the final blend then aged for four years in bottle on the lees, yielding remarkable complexity in a non-vintage Champagne. Wine Spectator calls it "a harmonious Champagne that shows impeccable balance, with depth and focus." Its mouthwatering, textured fruit is beautifully balanced by lively acidity that finishes long on a steady stream of finely beaded bubbles, making for a marked departure in style from what most grand marque houses seek in their non-vintage cuvées.

From "one of the most ambitious and exciting producers in Champagne, big or small" according to Galloni, the Collection 246 is crafted by one of the region's most talented winemakers with the same meticulous attention to detail as the house's legendary tête de cuvée Cristal, delivering benchmark class and quality at its price point.

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The NV Champagne Collection 246 is fantastic and has refreshing nerve, with more citrus, pure lemon curd, white grapefruit, and white peach. Medium-bodied, it floats through the palate, with a refined mousse and fantastic fresh acidity.

93+ points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Dec 2025)

The NV Brut Collection 246 is positively stellar. It’s a terrific example of where Roederer is going with this cuvée stylistically. Brisk saline notes cut through a core of orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and slate. There are no hard angles or awkward contours. The 246 is based on 2021, an extremely tricky vintage for Champagne. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon bumped up the percentage of Chardonnay considerably and focused on Pinots from the Montagne de Reims. About 30% of the lots underwent malolactic fermentation to soften the edges. Twenty-four percent of the wines were fermented in oak, the rest in tank. The 246 is a blend of 55% base 2021 vintage wines described above, plus 30% perpetual reserve going back to 2012 (mostly from Cumières, Vertus and Verzy) in tank and 10% young-vine juice from Cristal plots aged in cask. The final blend is 54% Chardonnay (as opposed to the more typical 44%), 35% Pinot Noir and 11% Meunier. Dosage is 7 grams per liter. More importantly, the 246 is impeccably done and absolutely delicious.

93 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Apr 2025)

A harmonious Champagne that shows impeccable balance, with depth and focus to its flavors of white cherry, Honeycrisp apple, tangerine peel and biscuit, while retaining vibrancy and grace. A chalky underpinning comes to the fore on the creamy finish, joining delicate spice and floral accents. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier. Drink now through 2030. 14,355 cases imported.

93 points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator (Dec 2025)

This has pretty and elegant aromas of pears, apple blossoms, grapefruit and chalk. It’s silky, fresh and beautifully balanced on the palate, with very soft bubbles. Based on 2021, with reserve wine from a perpetual reserve created in 2012, plus reserve wines kept in oak from 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. Drink now.

93 points, Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling (Jul 2025)

Roederer’s multi-vintage, multi-regional blend is named for its 246th harvest and that experience is notable here. Subtly complex, this elegant Champagne combines delicately balanced notes of apple blossom, spiced pear, citrus peel and brioche with a lightly chalky mouthfeel.

92 points, Helena Nicklin, Decanter (Sep 2025)

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2020 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino (750ml)

Sangiovese from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"The successful wines of 2020 are absolutely gorgeous." - Eric Guido, Vinous

How does Brunello follow an act like the epic 2019 vintage? That's the million-dollar question surrounding Brunello's 2020 vintage, and to be sure, it doesn't boast the generation excellence or across the board consistency of 2010, 2016, or 2019, but as with any great wine region, the great producers certainly made great wines, and they're ripe for the picking if you know where to look. Today's offer distills our broad and deep selection of 2020 Brunellos into a quartet of favorites that we believe capture the vintage perfectly while offering exceptional quality-to-price ratio.

The "harmonious and vibrant" 2020 Camigliano takes this estate's overachieving class to the next level with a glowing 95-point score from Wine Spectator, while the 2020 Caparzo "is really pretty ... Creamy and so polished. It goes on for minutes. A graceful and complex 2020 Brunello," as noted James Suckling, hinting at one of the vintage's finest qualities, its approachability in the near term. Fans of the world's best Sangioveses can rest assured that all the varietal's most striking and important features can be found in spades in this stunning expression of "ample energy and dimension."

It should come as no surprise that Montosoli's most famous estate, Altesino, turned out some stellar wines yet again in this vintage. The 2020 Altesino is once again a razor-sharp buy with three of 95-point scores under its belt. "Offering both refined complexity and true drinking pleasure, with nothing heavy or weighted, it's fabulous all around," declares Dunnuck's Italy critic, Audrey Frick. Finally, the 2020 Casanova di Neri boasts an extra dimension this vintage, as that estate's legendary Cerretalto was not produced, the fruit going instead into this bottling, resulting in 96-point rendition that is "especially spicy, lifted and intense" according to Wine Advocate's Monica Larner.

As the 2020 Brunellos have come to market, it's becoming clear that this vintage is a more than worthy follow-up to the heralded 2019s, and best of all, performers like these show that they're among the smartest buys in Italian wine at the moment.

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Opening to earthy tones of brimstone and petrichor, the Altesino 2020 Brunello di Montalcino shows the character of a house style that is easily recognized. This elegant wine offers a polished and smooth mouthfeel with finely tuned tannins. The oak is also expertly managed to show some light spice that is deeply integrated into a silky mouthfeel. Of the village Brunellos I tasted from 2020, this one offers excellent quality and will prove easily to locate thanks to its ample release of 110,000 bottles.

95 points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Nov 2024)

The 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino is a youthful red color and is expressive in the glass with notes of ripe strawberries, grenadine, crushed roses, sweet herbs, and licorice candies. Medium-framed, it has refreshing ripe acidity, fine, well-defined tannins, and a clean, even finish with fantastic, elegant length. Offering both refined complexity and true drinking pleasure, with nothing heavy or weighted, it's fabulous all around, with notes of stone fruit on the finish. A highly appealing Brunello with a lot to enjoy over the coming 15 years, I would be thrilled to have bottles in my cellar to check in on regularly.

95 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Jan 2025)

Very pretty and floral with raspberries and black cherries on the nose, as well as violet undertones. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins, though integrated and polished. Long, intense finish. Extremely well done for the vintage. Drink after 2026, but already solid.

95 points, James Suckling (Sep 2024)

This is supple and juicy, bursting with cherry, strawberry, mineral and wild herb flavors. Vibrant and backed by dense, refined tannins that leave a firm grip on the lingering aftertaste. Best from 2027 through 2043. 9,200 cases made, 3,100 cases imported.

93 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Apr 2025)

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2021 Massolino Barbera d'Alba Gisep (750ml)

Barbera from Barbera d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy

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"Massolino is another winery that has been on a roll of late. These new releases are stellar." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

One of Piedmont's leading lights, Massolino is a perennial standout among Piedmont fans for their super-refined, elegant house style. From the village wines to the single-cru expressions, you'll find captivating profiles that have won critical accolades year in and year out. We just sourced a must-see parcel of some of the estate's finest recent releases, showcasing the impeccable excellence that characterizes every bottle of Massolino.

Leading off is the 2021 village Barbaresco, a blend from the Albesani, Starderi, and Serraboella crus. As Galloni explains, "Readers will find a super-classic Barbaresco [with] lifted aromatics, mid-weight structure and persistent yet fine tannins." The triple 95-point, "very impressive and detailed" 2021 Albesani Barbaresco takes things up a notch - "a super-classic wine that ... possesses notable structure and the understated depth that is common of Barbaresco" according to Galloni.

Finally, Piedmont fans shouldn't overlook the other varietal gems in the Massolino stable, highlighted by their lovely, utterly charming 2023 Dolcetto and the 93-point 2021 Barbera Gisep, a blend of three parcels within the Barolo DOCG designation with more serious pedigree than is typically found in this "humble" Piedmont varietal. There's no doubt that Massolino should be on every Piedmont lover's short list, and these latest releases show one of the region's great estates at the top of their game.

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The 2021 Barbera d'Alba Gisep is a blend of three parcels of Barbera in Barolo-designated vineyards. Dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender, cloves and mocha infuse the 2021 with striking complexity. The Gisep is deep and rich, but not at all overly heavy. It’s another terrific wine from Massolino.

93 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2024)

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High N' Wicked Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

From Kentucky

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Founded by two veterans of spirits giant Brown-Forman, independent bottler High N' Wicked has a made a name for themselves in the craft whiskey scene by their access to superb stocks from the country's best sources. Their series of highly limited, age-stated releases have been cult collector's hits since their debut in 2020, but now you can add "stunning value star" to their list of must-try offerings.

When we tasted the High N' Wicked Kentucky Straight Bourbon earlier this year, it was clear from the get-go that everything about this whiskey was done with pure pleasure in mind. "Complex and enticing," according to Wine Enthusiast's 95-point review, this 5-year-old gem boasts quite a high rye content, but its sweet mashbill finds the perfect pocket of balance and opulence that make it incredibly approachable for a wide audience.

Of course, you'll also want to pay close attention to the The Judge and The Jury. The market on age-stated American whiskey is through the roof, and you're almost always looking at triple digits for anything with this kinds of number on them. That makes this pair a can't-miss, flat-out steal in the category. After 14 years in new #4 char oak, High N' Wicked gave the 96-point The Judge an addition six months in Hungarian Tokaji dessert wine casks. Ramping up the intensity, the 94-point The Jury saw an extra year in the new #4 char barrel, finishing in a premium ex-Madeira cask. Nothing added and nothing chill-filtered out, these are luxurious, altogether singular expressions that we seldom see in the bourbon category.

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This super-high-rye bourbon is complex and enticing. Mellow toffee and oak aromas lead into a silky but spicy palate. Sarsaparilla, allspice, nutmeg and clove surround a faint ripple of butterscotch. The relatively dry finish offers hints of cedar, roasted grain and cigar tobacco.

95 points, Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast (Dec 2023)

2023 White Walnut Chardonnay White Walnut Vineyard (750ml)

Chardonnay from Willamette, Oregon

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"Chris Mazepink is producing some of the region’s most impressive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir." - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com

As far as upstart phenom projects, Willamette Valley has a few, but White Walnut Estate is bright even among other rising stars. Not exactly an upstart himself, founder Chris Mazepink's roots in Willamette are deep to say the least, having lengthy tenures as head winemaker for Archery Summit, Benton Lane, and Shea Wine Cellars, so when he was ready to leave the corporate wine world behind and work for himself, he knew exactly where he wanted to do it - an abandoned walnut orchard right in his own Dundee Hills backyard.

Planted to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 2015 and 2016, the estate vineyard's young vines are nonetheless turning out absolutely stunning expressions with serious scores across the board, thanks in large part to Chris' top-tier skills. Skills, we might add, that are evident in his outstanding Worden Hill expressions from an undisclosed yet reportedly prized Dundee site located on Worden Hill Road, which runs through the Dundee Hills and down to Newberg.

The entire range of 2023s is just a smashing success to put it plainly, with each wine a critically acclaimed gem, including the Dundee Hills appellation cuvées. If you're an Oregon wine fan or collector, rest assured you will be thrilled you got in on the ground floor here when you did.

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The home site was planted in 2015 with a field blend of about 12 heirloom and open-pollinated selections, covering about 1ha. The wine features an array of tropical fruits, almonds and toasted nuts – the kaleidoscope in the White Walnut line-up. Ripe fruits: think guava, papaya and juicy Meyer lemon. Intense in its balance, minerality and savoury framing. Wild herbs, spices, freshly cut stone fruits and pear. Deliciously complex and loaded with nuance, yet will still be loved by your hedonist friends.

98 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Aug 2025)

Pouring a bright silver/yellow hue, the 2023 Chardonnay White Walnut Vineyard is sourced from a site planted in 2015 with a mix of heirloom and suitcase-selected clones. This wine is stunning. Medium to full-bodied, with layers of grapefruit, flinty minerality, and vibrant citrus, it has a slightly more hedonistic edge, reminiscent of Puligny-Montrachet, and a remarkable saline lift from start to finish. This is top-tier white wine. 285 cases produced. Drink over the next 10-12 years.

97 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2025)

A brilliant, spicy and vivid wine that’s bright and tangy in citrus and kiwi fruit, but also offering white pepper and star anise flavors on the lively palate. White peaches, lemon blossoms and minerals develop as you sip. Medium-bodied and rich in flavor but lean in texture, with racy balance. Drink or hold.

97 points, Jim Gordon, James Suckling (Mar 2025)

The 2023 Chardonnay White Walnut Vineyard comes from multi-clonal vines interplanted in 2015. It has a singular, compelling perfume of lemon, kumquat, fennel and matchstick that segue to deeper tones of beeswax and peach as it unfurls continuously in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with layers of ripe fruit and mineral character, delivered in a luxurious, satiny texture. Despite its generosity, fireworks of fresh acidity give it a shimmery feel, and it has a very long, ethereal finish. It will be long lived in the cellar.

95 points, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate (Dec 2025)

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2023 White Walnut Chardonnay Worden Hill Road (750ml)

Chardonnay from Willamette, Oregon

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"Chris Mazepink is producing some of the region’s most impressive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir." - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com

As far as upstart phenom projects, Willamette Valley has a few, but White Walnut Estate is bright even among other rising stars. Not exactly an upstart himself, founder Chris Mazepink's roots in Willamette are deep to say the least, having lengthy tenures as head winemaker for Archery Summit, Benton Lane, and Shea Wine Cellars, so when he was ready to leave the corporate wine world behind and work for himself, he knew exactly where he wanted to do it - an abandoned walnut orchard right in his own Dundee Hills backyard.

Planted to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 2015 and 2016, the estate vineyard's young vines are nonetheless turning out absolutely stunning expressions with serious scores across the board, thanks in large part to Chris' top-tier skills. Skills, we might add, that are evident in his outstanding Worden Hill expressions from an undisclosed yet reportedly prized Dundee site located on Worden Hill Road, which runs through the Dundee Hills and down to Newberg.

The entire range of 2023s is just a smashing success to put it plainly, with each wine a critically acclaimed gem, including the Dundee Hills appellation cuvées. If you're an Oregon wine fan or collector, rest assured you will be thrilled you got in on the ground floor here when you did.

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The 2023 Chardonnay Worden Hill Road shows off a more savory, saline character, with flinty spice, white pepper, lemon verbena, and white peach. It’s vibrant, with notes of lime zest and fresh flowers providing lift. Medium-bodied and linear, it remains ripe and energetic. A standout wine, it will drink beautifully over the next 10-12 years. Only 165 cases were produced.

96 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2025)

2016 Andre Clouet Dream Vintage (750ml)

From Bouzy, Champagne, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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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.

2023 Domaine Weinbach Gewurztraminer Altenbourg (750ml)

Gewurztraminer from Alsace, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"Domaine Weinbach is an iconic domaine ... The wines are amongst the most elegant and poised in Alsace. They are paradigms of varietal expression and age effortlessly." - Anne Krebiehl MW, Vinous

For four generations, Domaine Weinbach has stood as a standard bearer for Alsace's finest expressions, producing universally acclaimed wines that have few equals in the region or anywhere in France for that matter. Winemaker Eddy Lieber-Faller now helms this treasured estate along with his brother Théo, carrying on the remarkable legacy laid down by their grandmother, mother, and aunt.

It seems that one vintage after another, this storied domaine finds resounding success, and these newly arrived 2023s continue that trend. From the entry-level cuvées to the coveted collectible icons, the 2023s show the domaine and the family at the top of their game, starting with an undeniable insider's favorite, the V92 Sylvaner from a 70-year-old parcel in the famed Clos du Capucins. Every bit as compelling is the "super-clean and wonderfully harmonious" JS93 Pinot Blanc.

Moving to the single-vineyard wines, the domaine's pedigree truly shines in a pair of 97-point stunners. The "dangerously fresh and wonderfully inspiring" Altenbourg Gewürztraminer offers fans and collectors a can't-miss, cellar-worthy expression for a steal, while the Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling is yet another benchmark expression from this hallowed site. The coup de grâce, however, is the near-perfect Riesling Schlossberg Grand Cru Cuvée Ste-Catherine, a marvelous expression of "crystalline clarity" that exhibits the inimitable tension of this hallowed terroir, or as Stuart Pigott puts it, "So many aspects of this masterpiece speak of lightness and delicacy, but the other side is all about the dark world down in the soil."

Of course, with a reference point domaine like Weinbach in a great vintage like 2023, fans and collectors don't have to be choosy – you can have a field day up and down the range, knowing that you'll get everything you're looking for and more with every option on the table.

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This great modern gewurz that is way drier than wines of this category used to be (but is certainly not analytically dry) has a wealth of delicate spice and exotic fruit aromas. The full body and richness creep up on you very slowly and glide across the palate. Dangerously fresh and wonderfully inspiring in the super-long finish. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.

97 points, Stuart Pigott, James Suckling (May 2025)

The 2023 Gewurztraminer Altenbourg shines with ripe, smooth Comice pear on the nose, only gently framed by a touch of tender rose petal with a lovely tangerine-tinged freshness. The palate is just as citrus- and pear-scented, beautifully balanced, wonderfully understated and so focused.

94 points, Anne Krebiehl, Vinous (Apr 2025)

2022 Chateau Langoa Barton (750ml)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"This is an extraordinary vintage that will go down in record books as one of the all-time greats." - Jeb Dunnuck

When Bordeaux's 2022 vintage premiered three years ago, there was some uncertainty as to how the wines would play out from such a hot, dry growing season, one which surely promised wines of massive power, ripeness, and weight. Would it be too much of a good thing?

As it appeared then, and as it has turned out now that the wines are releasing to market, it's an extraordinary campaign among the best of the century. As Dunnuck observes, "Now that the wines are in bottles, it’s clear they have fully lived up to the early hype—and not just at the high end. The 2022s are deep, layered, and concentrated while staying beautifully balanced, light on their feet, and elegant."

Today's selection presents an incredible treasure trove that showcases the vintage's greatest features at every price in the spectrum, leaving no doubt as to how good 2022 Bordeaux really is.

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Quite a classic wine for this hot and dry year. Excellent depth but also freshness, with convincing ripeness and a very long finish. Just medium to full body, with gritty tannins at the end. The fruit sweetness here is restrained. 60% new oak. Drink or hold.

96 points, Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (Apr 2025)

The 2022 Langoa Barton has turned out superbly in bottle. Offering up aromas of cassis, blackberries, pencil shavings and violets, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, with velvety tannins, lively fruit and a long, penetrating finish. Seamless, integrated and intense, Langoa's more morcellated vineyards means that this estate has, if anything, gained even more from the Barton family's new vat room than its big brother Léoville Barton, as each parcel can now be fermented separately, optimizing its potential. This is the best young Langoa Barton I can remember tasting.

95 points, William Kelley, Wine Advocate (Mar 2025)

Possibly the finest vintage I've tasted from this château, the 2022 Château Langoa Barton has a gorgeous perfume of red and black fruits intermixed with smoky tobacco, fresh flowers, and cedar. I love its overall balance, and it's medium to full-bodied, has a pure, layered mouthfeel, and present yet sweet, polished tannins. I love it even today, yet it deserves 4-6 years of bottle age and will cruise in cold cellars over the following two decades or more.

95 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Feb 2025)

This is a suave rendering of the vintage, offering a vivid beam of boysenberry and blackberry puree that's gently succulent and generous in feel but stays racy and defined by an underlying iron note. Violet, ink and anise accents are infused throughout, lending brightness and range through the pure finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2027 through 2042. 5,500 cases made.

95 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (May 2025)

The blend is 56.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot and 2.5% Cabernet Franc, and the élevage was in 60% new oak. Lots of matchsticky cedar and leathery fruit on the nose of this 2022 from Langoa, with a rather charming sense of sandy mineral evolution when tasted with the UGCB, showing more focused and pure at the château, with very fine and dark fruit, currant and rose petal scents, as well as dark notes of truffle, vanilla pod and crushed oyster shell. The palate is delightful in its delineation and freshness though, with lots of polished and saline dark fruits, with a delicious salted edge giving them freshness, and a great harmony of tannin and flavour. This is very impressive;after a low-key start on the first tasting, the second and third encounters clearly communicate its cellaring potential, which is considerable. Such harmony and ripeness of structure here, in an impressive St Julien. The alcohol on the label is 14%. Tasted three times.

95 points, Chris Kissack, Wine Independent (Jun 2025)

A rich nose full of chocolate, cherries, espresso and perfume. Smooth and supple, this is full of juicy berry fruit - crystalline and pure - with a chalky mouthfeel. I love the touches of wet stone, cool cola, fresh mint and blueberries. Feels extremely finessed and totally moreish. It's a bit richer than some in terms of tannins, they're more crushed velvet in texture giving a certain thickness to the palate and it really works. Lively with great energy and focus. A lovely wine.

95 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2025)

The 2022 Langoa Barton has a wonderful bouquet that has really blossomed since I tasted it from barrel. There is still a trait of Margaux thanks to its wilted violet element, but there may be more graphite and tobacco tones now the wine is in bottle. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-boned tannins and a precise, sensual finish. It's fresh and definitely a more elegant Langoa compared to recent vintages. Bon vin.

94 points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Feb 2025)

The last few years have seen Langoa, in classically understated Barton way, turning into a barnstormer, with the value that was once reserved for Léoville. It's great in 2022, with its slightly cooler terroir really coming into its own. Luscious black cherry, sandalwood, campfire, crayon, crushed rocks, this is stuff, almost ready to go but will clearly deliver for decades.

94 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2025)

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Andre Clouet Spiritum 96 Rose Grand Cru (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Bouzy, Champagne, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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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.

2022 Julien Brocard Montee de Tonnerre 1er Cru (750ml)

Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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We're always on the look-out for under-the-radar Chablis stars to introduce to our avid Burgundy clientele, and this 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre is a perfect introduction to a domaine that should be on everyone's short list. When he's not overseeing the extensive domaine and négociant arms of the vast Jean-Marc Brocard estate, Julien Brocard devotes his spare time to turning out fabulous wines of true terroir distinction under his own eponymous label. The entire range is a tour de force in biodynamic winemaking, the trio on offer today exemplifying Brocard's meticulous precision and commitment to authentic terroir expression.

Leading off, we have a "very terroir-driven ... very promising" Côte de Léchet 1er Cru that notched 92+ points from Neal Martin of Vinous, followed by a potential 96-point Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru that Decanter calls "a fine balance between the power and minerality of Montée de Tonnerre and the ripeness of this particular site." Chablis fans and collectors on the hunt for a thrilling discovery to follow over the coming years should take a serious look at Julien Brocard, especially at our unbeatable market-leading pricing across the board.

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A very fine example of Montée de Tonnerre. Ripeness of fruit combined with vibrant acidity, it's a fine balance between the power and minerality of Montée de Tonnerre and the ripeness of this particular site. A high-quality introduction to the benefits of biodynamic winemaking.

94 points, Andy Howard, Decanter (Oct 2023)

The 2022 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru has a backward nose that demands time to open, revealing subtle scents of beeswax and granite with time. The palate has a very harmonious entry with notes of Clementine and peach. Vibrant and poised with a persistent finish. One of my picks from the domaine this years.

93 points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Aug 2024)

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2023 Domaine Weinbach Riesling Altenbourg (750ml)

Riesling from Alsace, France

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"Domaine Weinbach is an iconic domaine ... The wines are amongst the most elegant and poised in Alsace. They are paradigms of varietal expression and age effortlessly." - Anne Krebiehl MW, Vinous

For four generations, Domaine Weinbach has stood as a standard bearer for Alsace's finest expressions, producing universally acclaimed wines that have few equals in the region or anywhere in France for that matter. Winemaker Eddy Lieber-Faller now helms this treasured estate along with his brother Théo, carrying on the remarkable legacy laid down by their grandmother, mother, and aunt.

It seems that one vintage after another, this storied domaine finds resounding success, and these newly arrived 2023s continue that trend. From the entry-level cuvées to the coveted collectible icons, the 2023s show the domaine and the family at the top of their game, starting with an undeniable insider's favorite, the V92 Sylvaner from a 70-year-old parcel in the famed Clos du Capucins. Every bit as compelling is the "super-clean and wonderfully harmonious" JS93 Pinot Blanc.

Moving to the single-vineyard wines, the domaine's pedigree truly shines in a pair of 97-point stunners. The "dangerously fresh and wonderfully inspiring" Altenbourg Gewürztraminer offers fans and collectors a can't-miss, cellar-worthy expression for a steal, while the Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling is yet another benchmark expression from this hallowed site. The coup de grâce, however, is the near-perfect Riesling Schlossberg Grand Cru Cuvée Ste-Catherine, a marvelous expression of "crystalline clarity" that exhibits the inimitable tension of this hallowed terroir, or as Stuart Pigott puts it, "So many aspects of this masterpiece speak of lightness and delicacy, but the other side is all about the dark world down in the soil."

Of course, with a reference point domaine like Weinbach in a great vintage like 2023, fans and collectors don't have to be choosy – you can have a field day up and down the range, knowing that you'll get everything you're looking for and more with every option on the table.

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The 2023 Riesling Altenbourg is from limestone soils. Subtle smokiness wraps itself around gentle citrus, which opens up more and more on the nose. The palate is totally clean-cut but offers soothing peachiness in its cooling depth. This is beautiful, bright and elegant (Bone-dry)

95 points, Anne Krebiehl, Vinous (Apr 2025)

This big, bold, dry Alsace riesling has quite a Burgundian personality, except for the freshness of the acidity on the medium- to full-bodied palate that is totally riesling. Aromas of really ripe apricots and lively citrus. Long, bold finish. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.

94 points, Stuart Pigott, James Suckling (May 2025)

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2021 Brezza Barolo Cannubi (750ml)

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"The 2021 Barolos (and the 2019 Riserva) find Brezza in fine shape. These firm, traditionally made Barolos will delight readers with classically leaning palates." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Our winery-direct relationship with Brezza once again pays huge dividends with the release of the highly anticipated 2021 single crus. By now, this modern benchmark vintage is on everyone's radar, and Brezza has undoubtedly captured the 2021 magic in their entire range, as our tasting last October confirmed. The smash hits of Sarmassa and Cannubi are towering efforts that weave together incredible terroir character and expert winemaking for collectible Barolos of the highest order.

Brezza's Cannubi holding is a 1.4-hectare parcel in the very heart of the cru, so it comes as no surprise that the 2021 "shows all the class and pedigree that has made this site famous" according to Kerin O'Keefe, whose own 97-point score is eclipsed by a 98 points from Wine Enthusiast, which describes it as "a profound testament to Nebbiolo's nobility ... completeness in a glass, a wine that carries both power and finesse with equal measure. The warm micro-climate of Sarmassa endows the wine with deep but balanced personality, with ideal phenolic ripeness being a typical hallmark of the vineyard. This 98-point stunner is "a wine that speaks of place with crystalline clarity," giving telltale signatures of the cru in every drop. Kerin O'Keefe likewise calls it "a gorgeous wine and great expression of this site," and there's no doubt that the magnificent 2021 vintage has turned out a truly special rendition of this long-time B-21 favorite. Finally, Brezza's prized south-facing plots in Sarmassa, Vigna Bricco, produced a marvelous Riserva in the acclaimed 2019 vintage that "brings together all the elements that make these wines so appealing, namely the elegance of Cannubi and then structure of the Sarmassa," according to Antonio Galloni. A concentrated, impressively built Riserva with stunning underlying tension, the 2019 is a hallmark cellar Barolo, made for a long evolution.

As thrilling as this trio is right now, you'll certainly want to stash bottles away and forget them for a while, because the rewards are sure to be as compelling as almost anything you'll find in these epic vintages, once the wines have time to reach their full potential.

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From Barolo's most revered vineyard comes a profound testament to Nebbiolo's nobility. The nose reveals sun-warmed strawberries and perfectly baked cherry tart, woven through with dried herbs and subtle earthen tones. The palate unfolds with vibrant rhubarb tang and freshly made mixed berry preserves, while precise acidity courses through like a silver thread. Already showing glimpses of evolution, the wine balances primary fruit with emerging secondary complexity. The palate is pure aristocracy, structured yet seamless, showcasing why Cannubi has been treasured for centuries. Here is completeness in a glass, a wine that carries both power and finesse with equal measure.

98 points, Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast (Sep 2025)

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2021 Rippon Rippon Pinot Noir Mature Vines (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand

B-21 Top Recommendation
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Central Otago's Rippon is unequivocally a "grand cru" New Zealand estate by any measure, even aesthetic, as it's arguably the most beautiful wine estate in the world, situated on the shores of the iconic Lake Wanaka with the South Island's Alps as a jaw-dropping backdrop.A family run estate since their founding, the Rippon Pinot Noirs represente the very top echelon of the country's offerings in that category and set the bar vintage after vintage for the cream of Central Otago's crop.

Our first allocation of the newly released 2021s has just landed, and it's safe to say that these are once again world-class offerings with stratospheric critical accolades that can compete with virtually any Pinot Noir in the world, from Burgundy, Sonoma, or anywhere else. Leading off, the flagship 2021 Mature Vines boasts 97 points from James Suckling, while it's a "gorgeous" offering that "expounds mineral freshness and detail in spades" according to Wine Advocate's Erin Larkin. Taking the estate profile to another level of nuance and detail, the single-block bottlings, always highly acclaimed and highly limited, are collectible stunners of the first order. The WA98 Tinker's Field "is a wine of impact and tremendous grace," while the JS97 Emma's Block is "mineral, detailed, and quietly spoken," each wine offering a distinct side of the Rippon estate's personality.

For any collector of reference-point, singular Pinot Noirs, Rippon belongs on your short list. If you haven't yet discovered them, do yourself a favor and make some room in the cellar next to your other trophy bottlings, as these mesmerizing gems will cruise in dynamic fashion with the best of the best.

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Lovely ripe berries and strawberries with some juicy fruit and forest flower aromas that follow through to a full body with layers of fruit and fine tannins that spread across the palate. Oyster shell and granite-like undertones. Warm fruit character yet cool in the mouth. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink after 2025, but already beautiful.

97 points, James Suckling (Oct 2023)

The 2021 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir is a representation of the flavor of the estate. The wine spends two winters in barrel and two in bottle prior to release, and as usual, the wine here today expounds mineral freshness and detail in spades. On the palate, the tannins set in in a manner akin to wet chalk. They are silty and fine and tend to settle on the palate and linger long through the finish. I love this wine: the detail and freshness of it and the flavors of pomegranate, crushed shells, raspberry seed and white tea. Yields were very low, and it was a difficult year in terms of the logistical challenges thanks to COVID-19. "I kept it simple this year; there was so much going on in our lives at that time," says Nick Mills. Vines were planted from 1982 to 2000, mostly unirrigated (aside from new vines) and on own roots, and no adjustments were made to the must. This is gorgeous. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under Diam.

94 points, Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate (Jun 2025)

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2022 Hartford Old Vine Zinfandel Fanucchi-Wood Road Vineyard (750ml)

Zinfandel from Russian River, California

B-21 Top Recommendation
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The Hartford Family's roots in Sonoma's Russian River Valley are second to none, and they farm some of the Golden State's most prized plots of old-vine Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Their reference-point range runs the gamut from incredible single-vineyard expressions to some of the greatest bang-for-the-buck values in the appellation.

The 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir delivers everything that long-time fans of the estate are looking for. Pure Pinot Noir charm is on full display in vibrant, ripe fruit, silky texture, and, most importantly, superb balance, all at an easy price that makes this undisputed crowd-pleaser accessible to a broad audience. The 2023 Russian River Chardonnay is "a worthy follow-up to the brilliant 2022," displaying classic, richly textured Russian River fruit, vibrant acidic balance, and a luxurious finish that reveals its world-class pedigree. Fans of California Chardonnay may have grown used to overpaying for underwhelming quality, but this 94-point, sub-$20 beauty is ideally suited to buck that trend. Turning to the estate's wheelhouse, don't miss the trio of top-flight, single-vineyard Zinfandels, highlighted by the WS96 Highwire Vineyard from the acclaimed 2023 vintage. "Zin rarely shows this much focus and tenstion," notes Wine Spectator, and we couldn't agree more.

Whether you're looking for an easy everyday go-to or a top-tier reference-point expression for the cellar, this range from Hartford has it in spades.

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The 2022 Fanucchi Wood Road Zinfandel Old Vine is medium to deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of juicy blackberries and baked plums on the nose open out to suggestions of unsmoked cigars, dried rose, tilled soil, and wild fungi. The full-bodied palate is dense and muscular, with a rock solid structure of grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and earthy. The vines were planted over 100 years ago and have been trained up to chest level to increase air circulation and sun exposure for the berries.

96 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Independent (Apr 2024)

A briar patch in a glass, this is a zesty, old-school Zin, with wild berry and black cherry flavors framed by chunky chocolate, espresso and green peppercorn accents. Ends with appealingly rustic tannins. Drink now through 2035. 244 cases made.

94 points, Tim Fish, Wine Spectator (May 2025)

2022 Hartford Zinfandel Hartford Estate (750ml)

Zinfandel from Russian River, California

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The Hartford Family's roots in Sonoma's Russian River Valley are second to none, and they farm some of the Golden State's most prized plots of old-vine Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Their reference-point range runs the gamut from incredible single-vineyard expressions to some of the greatest bang-for-the-buck values in the appellation.

The 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir delivers everything that long-time fans of the estate are looking for. Pure Pinot Noir charm is on full display in vibrant, ripe fruit, silky texture, and, most importantly, superb balance, all at an easy price that makes this undisputed crowd-pleaser accessible to a broad audience. The 2023 Russian River Chardonnay is "a worthy follow-up to the brilliant 2022," displaying classic, richly textured Russian River fruit, vibrant acidic balance, and a luxurious finish that reveals its world-class pedigree. Fans of California Chardonnay may have grown used to overpaying for underwhelming quality, but this 94-point, sub-$20 beauty is ideally suited to buck that trend. Turning to the estate's wheelhouse, don't miss the trio of top-flight, single-vineyard Zinfandels, highlighted by the WS96 Highwire Vineyard from the acclaimed 2023 vintage. "Zin rarely shows this much focus and tenstion," notes Wine Spectator, and we couldn't agree more.

Whether you're looking for an easy everyday go-to or a top-tier reference-point expression for the cellar, this range from Hartford has it in spades.

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Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2022 Hartford Zinfandel soars with notes of rose oil, star anise, kirsch, and raspberry pie leading to a core of stewed red plums and incense. The medium to full-bodied palate has a refreshing backbone and lightly chewy texture, finishing with lovely purity and a red berry lift. Don and Jennifer Hartford tend this head-trained vineyard in the backyard of their home. Planted over 100 years ago, the Hartford Vineyard’s vines are the lowest yielding of all of their Old Vine Zinfandel vineyards.

96 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Independent (Apr 2024)

Magenta/purple-colored, the 2022 Zinfandel Hartford Vineyard is ripe with notes of black cherry liqueur, licorice, violets, and blue fruit coming through. Full-bodied and ripe, it has good mouthwatering fresh acidity, fine tannin structure, and good energy. I like this one a lot. Drink it over the next 10-12 years.

95 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Jun 2024)

Deeply structured yet agile on its feet, with rich raspberry, roasted anise and cracked pepper flavors that fan out on the detailed finish. Drink now through 2032. 267 cases made.

94 points, Tim Fish, Wine Spectator (May 2025)

2023 White Walnut Pinot Noir White Walnut Vineyard (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Willamette, Oregon

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"Chris Mazepink is producing some of the region’s most impressive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir." - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com

As far as upstart phenom projects, Willamette Valley has a few, but White Walnut Estate is bright even among other rising stars. Not exactly an upstart himself, founder Chris Mazepink's roots in Willamette are deep to say the least, having lengthy tenures as head winemaker for Archery Summit, Benton Lane, and Shea Wine Cellars, so when he was ready to leave the corporate wine world behind and work for himself, he knew exactly where he wanted to do it - an abandoned walnut orchard right in his own Dundee Hills backyard.

Planted to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 2015 and 2016, the estate vineyard's young vines are nonetheless turning out absolutely stunning expressions with serious scores across the board, thanks in large part to Chris' top-tier skills. Skills, we might add, that are evident in his outstanding Worden Hill expressions from an undisclosed yet reportedly prized Dundee site located on Worden Hill Road, which runs through the Dundee Hills and down to Newberg.

The entire range of 2023s is just a smashing success to put it plainly, with each wine a critically acclaimed gem, including the Dundee Hills appellation cuvées. If you're an Oregon wine fan or collector, rest assured you will be thrilled you got in on the ground floor here when you did.

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A robust, concentrated and firmly structured wine that’s laced with black cherries and dried blueberries on firm, fine-grained tannins. Made from heritage and suitcase clones of pinot noir that give extra weight and density along with an age-worthy structure. It’s deep, dark and long-lasting on the finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2029.

97 points, Jim Gordon, James Suckling (Mar 2025)

A savoury complexity emerges in the White Walnut, immediately with purple florals, lilac, juniper, and green tea leaf, alongside wild strawberries. It’s all about savoury notes throughout the palate, with a delicious complexity driven by forest floor, mint, salt, and earth. A red-fruited dynamo with ample savoury depth coming right off of Chris Mazepink's original White Walnut estate on the eastern-facing flanks of the Dundee Hills, tucked among walnut trees just below the Drouhin estate.

97 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Aug 2025)

From vines planted in 2015, the 2023 Pinot Noir White Walnut Vineyard has kaleidoscopic scents of black plum, pomegranate, rose petals, lichen and bitters—with every return to the glass, compelling new aromas emerge. Despite its tremendous concentration, the full-bodied palate is silky, seamless and vibrant, and it has a very long, spice-laced finish. It will gain savory complexity in bottle over the next 15–20 years.

96 points, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate (Dec 2025)

Pouring a vivid ruby with subtle purple tones, the 2023 Pinot Noir White Walnut Vineyard shows lifted red fruit character alongside violets, dusty earth, and fresh herbs. The wine glides across the palate with purity and finesse, supported by fine tannins and genuine depth that unfolds over time. Savory notes of truffle and earth build in the glass. A superb Pinot Noir with energy and staying power, drink 2026-2040.

96 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2025)

2023 White Walnut Pinot Noir Worden Hill Road (750ml)

Pinot Noir from Willamette, Oregon

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"Chris Mazepink is producing some of the region’s most impressive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir." - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com

As far as upstart phenom projects, Willamette Valley has a few, but White Walnut Estate is bright even among other rising stars. Not exactly an upstart himself, founder Chris Mazepink's roots in Willamette are deep to say the least, having lengthy tenures as head winemaker for Archery Summit, Benton Lane, and Shea Wine Cellars, so when he was ready to leave the corporate wine world behind and work for himself, he knew exactly where he wanted to do it - an abandoned walnut orchard right in his own Dundee Hills backyard.

Planted to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 2015 and 2016, the estate vineyard's young vines are nonetheless turning out absolutely stunning expressions with serious scores across the board, thanks in large part to Chris' top-tier skills. Skills, we might add, that are evident in his outstanding Worden Hill expressions from an undisclosed yet reportedly prized Dundee site located on Worden Hill Road, which runs through the Dundee Hills and down to Newberg.

The entire range of 2023s is just a smashing success to put it plainly, with each wine a critically acclaimed gem, including the Dundee Hills appellation cuvées. If you're an Oregon wine fan or collector, rest assured you will be thrilled you got in on the ground floor here when you did.

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Red fruits with clove and blood orange leap forward. This wine centres on red fruit, classic of the region, with pine sap and an umami character, too, along with earth and a touch of red miso. A subtle complexity frames all this fruit and savoury character, with chopped mint leaf and salt soaring through to the end. Finishes with a flourish of savoury herbs and alpine florals. Brilliant complexity.

97 points, Clive Pursehouse, Decanter (Aug 2025)

The 2023 Pinot Noir Worden Hill Road is intensely concentrated and pure, with layers of cherry cordial, crushed flowers, minty herbs, orange oil, dark baking spice, and wet stone minerality. The palate is supple and balanced, with ripe tannins, a plush yet poised texture, and notes of leather and earthy truffle. It carries depth without weight and will be a contemplative, rewarding wine to follow over the next 15+ years.

96 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2025)

2021 Brezza Barolo Sarmassa (750ml)

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

B-21 Top Recommendation
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"The 2021 Barolos (and the 2019 Riserva) find Brezza in fine shape. These firm, traditionally made Barolos will delight readers with classically leaning palates." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Our winery-direct relationship with Brezza once again pays huge dividends with the release of the highly anticipated 2021 single crus. By now, this modern benchmark vintage is on everyone's radar, and Brezza has undoubtedly captured the 2021 magic in their entire range, as our tasting last October confirmed. The smash hits of Sarmassa and Cannubi are towering efforts that weave together incredible terroir character and expert winemaking for collectible Barolos of the highest order.

Brezza's Cannubi holding is a 1.4-hectare parcel in the very heart of the cru, so it comes as no surprise that the 2021 "shows all the class and pedigree that has made this site famous" according to Kerin O'Keefe, whose own 97-point score is eclipsed by a 98 points from Wine Enthusiast, which describes it as "a profound testament to Nebbiolo's nobility ... completeness in a glass, a wine that carries both power and finesse with equal measure. The warm micro-climate of Sarmassa endows the wine with deep but balanced personality, with ideal phenolic ripeness being a typical hallmark of the vineyard. This 98-point stunner is "a wine that speaks of place with crystalline clarity," giving telltale signatures of the cru in every drop. Kerin O'Keefe likewise calls it "a gorgeous wine and great expression of this site," and there's no doubt that the magnificent 2021 vintage has turned out a truly special rendition of this long-time B-21 favorite. Finally, Brezza's prized south-facing plots in Sarmassa, Vigna Bricco, produced a marvelous Riserva in the acclaimed 2019 vintage that "brings together all the elements that make these wines so appealing, namely the elegance of Cannubi and then structure of the Sarmassa," according to Antonio Galloni. A concentrated, impressively built Riserva with stunning underlying tension, the 2019 is a hallmark cellar Barolo, made for a long evolution.

As thrilling as this trio is right now, you'll certainly want to stash bottles away and forget them for a while, because the rewards are sure to be as compelling as almost anything you'll find in these epic vintages, once the wines have time to reach their full potential.

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From the legendary Sarmassa cru comes a profound expression that demands contemplation. The reserved initial profile unfolds like ancient tea leaves steeped in blood orange essence, revealing layers of complexity. Dried cherries seem awakened spiced and rehydrated while potpourri notes add ethereal lift. The palate moves with measured grace, each element in perfect alignment, revealing the true nobility of Nebbiolo. Here is power clothed in silk, depth without weight, a wine that speaks of place with crystalline clarity. A masterwork that reminds us why Barolo can move the soul. Drink Now until forever

98 points, Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast (Sep 2025)

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2019 Le Cinciole Petresco (750ml)

Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy

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"...one of the most distinctive wines in all of Italy." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

It's safe to say, Le Cinciole's singular terroir and world-class winemaking result in a wine like no other. Their flagship Petresco has been a total knockout for several vintages running, and that track record is on full display in this four-vintage vertical.

Made of 100% Sangiovese from the estate's highest-elevation vineyard, Petresco is a paragon of age-worthy Sangiovese that can stand toe to toe with the most iconic renditions from Brunello and Chianti. The mineral- and -earth-driven profile will thrill fans of classic Tuscan reds, with the poise and refinement of a wine two or three times its price. Each vintage below boasts a huge score from Galloni, capped by the 98-point 2017 in magnum format, "a stunning, utterly captivating wine." Of course, Chianti's epic 2021 vintage also produced "a restrained and complex wine with rare depth and vibrancy," as James Suckling describes it, while the "magnificent" 2020 and 2019 round out a quartet of stunners that can stand with Italy's best collectibles.

Fans of the estate won't want to miss these, and if you've never experienced Le Cinciole before, Petresco is the perfect candidate to introduce you to "one of the leading estates in all of Italy."

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The 2019 Petresco picks up where the 2018 left off, although it is perhaps a bit more reserved at this stage than its older sibling was. Deceptive in its mid-weight structure, the 2019 possesses notable depth and intensity. Time in the glass brings out shades of red/purplish Sangiovese fruit mixed with suggestions of new leather, spice and menthol. The 2019 spent two years in wood (equal parts cask and barrique) followed by a year in cement.

97 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Aug 2023)

2020 Le Cinciole Petresco (750ml)

Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy

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"...one of the most distinctive wines in all of Italy." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

It's safe to say, Le Cinciole's singular terroir and world-class winemaking result in a wine like no other. Their flagship Petresco has been a total knockout for several vintages running, and that track record is on full display in this four-vintage vertical.

Made of 100% Sangiovese from the estate's highest-elevation vineyard, Petresco is a paragon of age-worthy Sangiovese that can stand toe to toe with the most iconic renditions from Brunello and Chianti. The mineral- and -earth-driven profile will thrill fans of classic Tuscan reds, with the poise and refinement of a wine two or three times its price. Each vintage below boasts a huge score from Galloni, capped by the 98-point 2017 in magnum format, "a stunning, utterly captivating wine." Of course, Chianti's epic 2021 vintage also produced "a restrained and complex wine with rare depth and vibrancy," as James Suckling describes it, while the "magnificent" 2020 and 2019 round out a quartet of stunners that can stand with Italy's best collectibles.

Fans of the estate won't want to miss these, and if you've never experienced Le Cinciole before, Petresco is the perfect candidate to introduce you to "one of the leading estates in all of Italy."

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The 2020 Petresco is 100% Sangiovese from the estate's highest-elevation blocks facing Lamole, where soils are especially rocky and the vines are older. Wildflowers, herbs, rocks, menthol and licorice soar out of the glass. This is an especially savory, expressive Sangiovese that emphasizes mineral and floral notes more than primary fruit. Petresco spent two years in 60-70% cask and the rest in barrique, followed by a year in cement. It remains one of the most distinctive wines in all of Italy. Magnificent.

97 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jul 2024)

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2021 Le Cinciole Petresco (750ml)

Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy

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"I was once again deeply impressed with Le Cinciole. Valeria Viganò and Luca Orsini have quietly turned Le Cinciole into one of the leading estates in all of Italy ... Readers should do everything they can to check out these new releases." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

One of the Italian jewels of our growing Direct Import portfolio, Le Cinciole is a name that fans of ultra-classic Tuscan reds need to know.

Leading off, the 2021 Chianti Classico delivers incredible bang for the buck as a "juicy, vivid, and crunchy" entry-level value star, while the 2021 Aluigi Campo ai Peri Gran Selezione continues a recent run of stratospheric accolades that this cuvée has racked up from Antonio Galloni, who lauds it as "detailed and vibrant in the glass, with captivating energy." From a single parcel of vines on the region's famed galestro soils, the "terrific" 2021 is a quintessential Sangiovese expression, "balanced and bright with a pretty sense of fruit purity and focus" according to Monica Larner, which should be snatched up by savvy buyers.

The estate plays mostly in the Sangiovese category with outstanding results, but that same exceptional vineyard [pedigree and winemaking talent come to bear in stunning fashion with Cabernet Sauvignon, as we clearly see in the 94-point 2020 Camalaione. A blend of 70% Cab, with the balance Syrah and Merlot, this is a powerhouse wine of real substance and layered intensity, with the signature characteristics that only Tuscany can bring to the native Bordeaux varietal.

Finally, the 2021 Petresco, made of 100% Sangiovese from the estate's highest-elevation vineyard, is a paragon of age-worthy Sangiovese that can stand toe to toe with the most iconic renditions from Brunello and Chianti. The mineral- and -earth-driven profile will thrill fans of classic Tuscan reds, with the poise and refinement of a wine two or three times its price. Chianti's epic 2021 vintage produced "a restrained and complex wine with rare depth and vibrancy," as James Suckling describes it, denoting a level of class and sophistication that can stand with Italy's best collectibles.

Fans of the estate won't want to miss these, and if you've never experienced Le Cinciole before, it's high time you got to know "one of the leading estates in all of Italy."

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A restrained and complex wine with rare depth and vibrancy. Aromas of red and black cherries, licorice, cocoa powder and Earl Grey tea with touches of pepper and ash. Fruit sweetness on the palate, with crisp acidity, a tight-knit structure and firm, extracted yet sleek tannins. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best in two or three years.

96 points, James Suckling (Jul 2025)

The 2021 Petresco is a huge, dense red. The dark, virile side of Sangiovese soars from the glass. Black cherry, lavender, sage, menthol and licorice stain the palate. Aeration releases the wine's lifted, expansive aromatics. This is an especially dense, powerful vintage for Petresco. I find the new oak a bit prominent at this stage, but that should be less of an issue in a few years' time. Petresco spends two years in wood (equal parts cask and barrique) followed by a year in cement.

95 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jul 2025)

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2021 Giovanni Manzone Barolo Gramolere (750ml)

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

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"Manzone turned out a fabulous set of 2021 Barolos ... Readers who enjoy savory, classically built Barolos informed by cooler microclimates will want to check these wines out." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Giovanni Manzone is one of Barolo's great hidden gems, and we're excited to kick our direct partnership with them into high gear with the fabulous 2021 vintage. Based in Monforte d'Alba, Manzone owns prime parcels in Castelletto and Gramolere, where today's pair of single-vineyard all-stars comes from.

"The 2021 Barolo Gramolere is deep, layered and super-expressive ... a drop-dead gorgeous beauty," declares Antonio Galloni of Vinous. This steep south/southwest-facing slope, situated between Castelletto and Bussia, is ideal Nebbiolo terroir, and the wines it produces are consistently classic in style. The rocky, with clay-calcareous soils are too poor to grow anything other than vines, so of course, we're talking about primo raw materials for stunning, single-cru Barolo. Galloni doesn't mince words about the Castelletto either: "This poised, dramatic Barolo has it all. It's one of the very finest wines I have tasted at this address in a very long time. Don't miss it." The 2021 rendition more than lives up to the hype with "a beguiling mix of aromatic intensity, fruit depth and structure." This steep, east-southeast-facing slope of sandy, calcareous soils yields a classical style of Barolo, and the incredible 2021 growing season puts its stamp on this monumental expression. A complete wine in every sense, the 2021 Castelletto is an ultimate Piedmont insider's score, standing with other Barolo masterpieces (like Sandrone's Le Vigne, Burlotto's Casteletto, and Vietti's Cerequio, to name a few) at a mere fraction of their prices.

We recently tasted the full range of Manzone 2021s, and they as quintessential in style as you could wish for from a great Barolo vintage – perfect fruit ripeness, exquisite aromatics, and textural brilliance, all in primary form and ready to evolve into something special.

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The 2021 Barolo Gramolere is deep, layered and super-expressive. Blood orange, cinnamon, star anise and cedar give the 2021 a gorgeous, exotic aromatic flair. Plush and layered in the glass, with exceptional resonance, the Gramolere is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. The long, explosive finish invites a second taste, and then a third.

96 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Sep 2025)

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2021 Giovanni Manzone Barolo Castelletto (750ml)

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

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"Manzone turned out a fabulous set of 2021 Barolos ... Readers who enjoy savory, classically built Barolos informed by cooler microclimates will want to check these wines out." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Giovanni Manzone is one of Barolo's great hidden gems, and we're excited to kick our direct partnership with them into high gear with the fabulous 2021 vintage. Based in Monforte d'Alba, Manzone owns prime parcels in Castelletto and Gramolere, where today's pair of single-vineyard all-stars comes from.

"The 2021 Barolo Gramolere is deep, layered and super-expressive ... a drop-dead gorgeous beauty," declares Antonio Galloni of Vinous. This steep south/southwest-facing slope, situated between Castelletto and Bussia, is ideal Nebbiolo terroir, and the wines it produces are consistently classic in style. The rocky, with clay-calcareous soils are too poor to grow anything other than vines, so of course, we're talking about primo raw materials for stunning, single-cru Barolo. Galloni doesn't mince words about the Castelletto either: "This poised, dramatic Barolo has it all. It's one of the very finest wines I have tasted at this address in a very long time. Don't miss it." The 2021 rendition more than lives up to the hype with "a beguiling mix of aromatic intensity, fruit depth and structure." This steep, east-southeast-facing slope of sandy, calcareous soils yields a classical style of Barolo, and the incredible 2021 growing season puts its stamp on this monumental expression. A complete wine in every sense, the 2021 Castelletto is an ultimate Piedmont insider's score, standing with other Barolo masterpieces (like Sandrone's Le Vigne, Burlotto's Casteletto, and Vietti's Cerequio, to name a few) at a mere fraction of their prices.

We recently tasted the full range of Manzone 2021s, and they as quintessential in style as you could wish for from a great Barolo vintage – perfect fruit ripeness, exquisite aromatics, and textural brilliance, all in primary form and ready to evolve into something special.

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The 2021 Barolo Castelletto is another absolutely stellar wine in this lineup. Ample and broad on the palate, the Castelletto offers a beguiling mix of aromatic intensity, fruit depth and structure. Time in the glass works wonders here. This poised, dramatic Barolo has it all. It's one of the very finest wines I have tasted at this address in a very long time. Don't miss it.

97 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Sep 2025)

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