"These wines compete with the best of Napa"

Jeb Dunnuck

Building on its well-earned reputation for producing some of the best value, highly rated Cabernet Sauvignon blends from California, the powerful 95 pt. 2022 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve delivers the goods, revealing intensely aromatic ripe dark fruit hinting of graphite, cedar and earthy spice with lush tannins on a long, velvety finish, an elegantly crafted Paso Bordeaux blend affordably priced to enjoy often.

Set at the highest point overlooking Paso Robles at the same altitude of Napa's Howell Mountain, the opulent Daou Vineyards tasting room offers breathtaking panoramic views of rolling vineyards and the hills beyond, surrounded by meticulously manicured grounds at 2,200 feet above sea level on the steep slopes of the Adelaida District. Once described by legendary consulting winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff as "a jewel of ecological elements," the sustainably farmed Daou vineyard is situated on a western hilltop close to the Pacific Ocean above the coastal fog and away from the heat of eastern Paso Robles, its unique combination of high altitude, calcareous limestone soils and a cooler climate allowing the grapes to attain full ripeness while balancing acidity. Produced in a hot and dry Paso vintage yielding smaller clusters and greater concentration, the refined 2022 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon from the Daou estate and top vineyards across Paso blended with 23% Petit Verdot and aged for 18 months in 50% new French oak, yielding rich, silky dark fruit layered with herbal and mineral notes and smooth, balanced tannins from a vintage producing "early drinking, accessible wines built on elegance and ripe fruit" according to Eric Guido of Vinous.

Earning 90 plus point ratings for over a decade and counted among "the greatest Bordeaux blends I've tasted from Paso Robles" according to Jeb Dunnuck, the rich and robust 95 pt. 2022 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve reflects the Daou legacy for exceptional quality and consistency from the first taste, a delicious and beautifully balanced Paso Cab ready to enjoy at a price that makes it easy to pull the cork.

If you've been a fan of Spanish wine over the past ten years or so, you've probably been waiting for Albariño to get the attention it deserves on the world stage, and while it still takes a back seat to Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and the like, the best examples are still shining brightly and only getting better with each passing vintage.

La Caña has long been a benchmark producer of this one-of-a-kind varietal, working with top-notch sites in the Salnès sub-zone of Rías Baixas, widely considered ground zero for the most quintessential expressions. Year after year, their entry-level bottling far outperforms its price point in the critical press, with all the customary bright citrus and tropical fruit, vibrant acidity, and textured charm that Albariño aficionados have come to know and love. This is a great opportunity to stock up on a fan-favorite crowd pleaser that seems tailor-made for summer soirées and warm days by the pool, so don't hesitate to lock in at our market-best price.

Producing a range of "well-made and well-priced cuvees" according to Vinous critic Neal Martin, these top scoring Red Burgundy selections from Domaine Jessiaume deliver outstanding value among the region's ever rising prices, an age worthy array from an under the radar appellation at best on the market pricing for savvy collectors to stock the cellar.

Established at the entrance of the tiny village of Santenay in 1850, Domaine Jessiaume crafts its small production Burgundy wines ranging from village level to 1er Cru from 15 hectares of organically farmed vineyards under the ownership of French researcher Dr. Jean-Francois Le Bigot since 2020, employing a low intervention approach including fermenting the grapes with indigenous yeasts and limiting the use of new French oak to preserve the freshness of the fruit. From Santenay's top 1er Cru and named for its unique gravelly soils, Jasper Morris describes the flagship 94 pt. 2022 Domaine Jessiaume Santenay Les Gravieres 1er Cru as "busting with energy without sacrificing finesse," its rich, spiced fruit layered with lush tannins and bright acidity on "an impeccable finish."

Described by Inside Burgundy's Jasper Morris as "wines of significant refinement," these Domaine Jessiaume selections deliver significant value as well, offering Burgundy lovers and collectors a rare opportunity to stock up by the case at a price that doesn't break the bank.

The Chiantis of Castello di Ama are reference points in any vintage. The Ama, Montebuoni, and San Lorenzo are routinely hailed by critics for their classically styled, precise expressions. In 2023, however, severely reduced yields resulted in the winemaking team blending all three parcels into one bottling of Ama. Normally, this might be a cause for concern, but in the case of the 2023 Ama, it has all come together in a stunning representation of the estate's finest terroirs and a top-tier expression that has already garnered some serious press, led by 95 points from James Suckling. "A refined Chianti Classico with firm, racy tannins that give length and beauty," says Suckling, while Antonio Galloni declares, "Dynamic and vibrant in the glass, with superb character, the 2023 massively overdelivers." The best feature of all is the unbelievable price for a stupendous collectible-caliber bargain that will show off beautifully for a decade or more.

In the reference-point 2021 vintage, the entire range reached new heights of excellence, but it's the San Lorenzo, however, that stands above the rest in unequivocal fashion, with a 99-point score from James Suckling and Wine Spectator Top Ten honors leading a stunning critical line. Blended from the finest lots of fruit from Bellavista, Casuccia, San Lorenzo, and Montebuoni estate vineyards, this is apex Sangiovese, with a touch of Merlot and Malvasia Nera adding dimension and depth. The outstanding growing season imparts its own signature on the finished wine, which is, as Wine Spectator describes it, "deep, dark, and densely wrought" with firm structural backbone married to ultra-pure Sangiovese character. Kerin O'Keefe's 97-point review calls it "a gorgeous wine ... Elegant and showing great precision," all features that portend a long life in the cellar despite its thoroughly enjoyable and accessible profile today. Antonio Galloni called Castello di Ama's entire range "truly special" in 2021, and once you experience the San Lorenzo, you'll know exactly what he's talking about.

Finally, don't miss a handful of San Lorenzo magnums from the equally outstanding 2019 vintage, a "delightfully harmonious, balanced, and complete" version that notched 97 points from James Suckling and which is sure to cruise in the cellar in this "ideal collectible format."

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.

"Deeply structured and full of tension, this polished red displays a distinctive personality..." - Wine Spectator

One of the most beloved wines in the Ridge stable, the Lytton Springs is a classic California old-vine field blend, based on ZInfandel that has come to set the standard for the style over decades of uninterrupted success. 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. Of course, the rest of the major players chime in with their own praise, including Wine Advocate's Monica Larner, who calls it "especially elegant and expressive this year" with real cellar potential. 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.

"I've had all the Dickel Bottled-in-Bond releases at one point or another, and the 13-year mark is where this expression really reaches its peak." - Andrew Kitz, B-21 Spirits Buyer

Other than Jack Daniel's, there's no Tennessee whiskey distillery with a stronger following than Cascade Hollow Distillery and the George Dickel brand. Named after an ardent Tennessee whiskey pioneer, the Dickel brand has gone through several stages and iterations of ownership and production since it was founded in 1870, but it's more or less a Tennessee institution in its current form since the 1960s. The releases run the gamut from exceptional values to single-cask collectibles aged up to 18 years, but the sweet spot has been the Bottled-in-Bond ever since its first release in 2019.

The whiskey is, of course, subject to all the requisite BiB criteria, including a single distilling season, as listed on the bottle. That first rendition, a 13 Year Old from 2005, won Whisky Advocate's Whisky of the Year in 2019, and while subsequent releases have featured 11- and 12-year age statement, this 13-year-old 2008 edition is by far the closest we've come to that WOTY style of the first release. The hallmark sugar maple charcoal filtration certainly does lend a smooth, easy-going personality to it, but that's not say it lacks intrigue, showing both well-defined fruit character and vibrant spice and earth complexity. After all, it is 13-year-old juice in the bottle. That and it's always affordable price have garnered it legions of fans since its debut, and now a limited-time jaw-dropping price of under $30 means you can stock up big for an absolute steal.

"[Jacquesson] is poised to continue producing Champagnes with exceptional freshness and crystalline textures. The range is impressively consistent, and each cuvée beautifully reflects the soul and the distinct terroirs of this house based in Dizy." - Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate

Consistency is indeed the name of the game at this long-time fan favorite of B-21. Jacquesson's star rose to new heights under the lengthy ownership of the Chiquet brothers, and since its acquisition by the François Pinault juggernaut (owner of Chateau Latour, Clos de Tart, and Napa iconic Eisele Vineyard) in 2022, there have been no signs that anything is any different.

The newly arrived Cuvée 747 is exemplary of this flagship bottling in many ways, but the higher inclusion of Pinot Noir in this 2019-base rendition gives it a notably more intense personality than in previous years. Earning 96 points from James Suckling, it's "a structured and creamy-textured Jacquesson NV with a very fine-bubble texture and lovely polish ... medium- to full-bodied with length and sophistication." Showing the genius of the Chiquet brothers in transparent clarity, the 747 is "an edition that closely reflects the character of the vintage, marked by its tension and phenolic complexity" according to Yohan Castaing, and given the tension, textural depth, and structural foundation from the increased presence of the Pinot Noir, this is set for a wonderful evolution in the cellar over the next several years.

Not to be overlooked, we still have a small amount of the luxurious 746 in magnum bottles. Based on the warm, solar vintage of 2018, it's "plush with showy red fruit that shimmers amid a vibrant acid energy that brings loads of freshness to the long finish." The 746 will provide a fascinating juxtaposition to the more linear, stately 747, so you can have repeated enjoyment comparing the two side by side for years to come.

Producing a range of "well-made and well-priced cuvees" according to Vinous critic Neal Martin, these top scoring Red Burgundy selections from Domaine Jessiaume deliver outstanding value among the region's ever rising prices, an age worthy array from an under the radar appellation at best on the market pricing for savvy collectors to stock the cellar.

Established at the entrance of the tiny village of Santenay in 1850, Domaine Jessiaume crafts its small production Burgundy wines ranging from village level to 1er Cru from 15 hectares of organically farmed vineyards under the ownership of French researcher Dr. Jean-Francois Le Bigot since 2020, employing a low intervention approach including fermenting the grapes with indigenous yeasts and limiting the use of new French oak to preserve the freshness of the fruit. From Santenay's top 1er Cru and named for its unique gravelly soils, Jasper Morris describes the flagship 94 pt. 2022 Domaine Jessiaume Santenay Les Gravieres 1er Cru as "busting with energy without sacrificing finesse," its rich, spiced fruit layered with lush tannins and bright acidity on "an impeccable finish."

Described by Inside Burgundy's Jasper Morris as "wines of significant refinement," these Domaine Jessiaume selections deliver significant value as well, offering Burgundy lovers and collectors a rare opportunity to stock up by the case at a price that doesn't break the bank.

"This 90-hecatre estate in Pessac-Léognan is undergoing a renaissance in the hands of winemaker Stephen Carrier and consultant Thomas Duclos ... In short, de Fieuzal is an estate to watch." - William Kelley, Wine Advocate

The above quote from William Kelley truly captures the sentiment around this hidden gem estate in Pessac-Léognan. In a Left Bank appellation known for pushing quality and value to new levels, Château de Fieuzal is hitting all the marks lately, as evidenced by today's line-up of recent releases.

The estate's red is a sub-$50 home-run hitter every year, and that kind of consistency is on display in the 2019, 2020, and 2022 vintages, the latter of which "shines for its balance and purity" per Jeb Dunnuck and was deserving of 96 points from Yohan Castaing ofWine Advocate. Not to be overlooked, the 2020 is also "a medium to full-bodied, seamless, layered wine " that has racked up impressive accolades from across the critical space for its "great mix of richness and elegance."

Finally, like any great Pessac estate, de Fieuzal's white wines are some of the best in Bordeaux, and the two vintages on offer today each boast an impressive critical line that tops off at 95 points. If you're a savvy Bordeaux enthusiast who's been looking for your next great discovery, you've found one in Château de Fieuzal.

"Pascal Reverdy hit it out of the park in the warm, sunny 2025 vintage." - Andrew Kitz, B-21 Loire Buyer

It's no secret that the 2024 Loire vintage tested everyone's mettle, all the way up to the very top of the hierarchy, so when the 2024 Reverdy Les Coutes became our best-selling Sancerre of the year, we couldn't wait to get our hands on the 2025 vintage. After all, the campaign was stark departure from 2024, with bright, warm, sunny conditions prevailing almost from start to finish, so we expected great things from this exceptional domaine. Well, the domaine did not disappoint in 2025, turning out not only a stunning, 94-point Les Coutes but also an absolutely beguiling 93-point rosé.

Les Coutes is a single parcel of 50-year-old vines on Kimmeridgian limestone that has a reputation for producing densely textured, weighty wines, and that is certainly borne out in 2025, made all the more so by the incredible vintage conditions. The 2025 Les Coutes Sancerre conveys everything Sancerre fans are looking for in a top-tier single-vineyard expression. "Varietal purity, terroir clarity, and textbook vintage character – it hits the trifecta," writes Andrew, "Take your time with it if you open it now, but stash some away for a few years, and you’ll be rewarded with a near-flawless example of single-vineyard Sancerre from a great vintage." The 2025 Terre de Maimbray Sancerre Rosé is every bit the stellar vintage representation as the Les Coutes, "one of the prettiest Sancerre rosés I’ve had in a few years," as described by Andrew. "Plush, inviting aromatics" and a palate of "supreme elegance and poise" come together in an "irresistible gem" that delivers more bang for the buck than just about any rosé out there.

For those of you who got in on the 2024 Les Coutes, you'll remember that availability was limited, and it sold out in remarkably quick fashion, so don't hesitate for a second on these 2025s, as the small but excellent crop didn't leave much to go around.

The iconic Clos Apalta is arguably Chile's greatest wine, with a critical track record to rival even the First Growth Bordeaux titans. Previous vintages have notched multiple 100-point scores, nabbed Wine Spectator's Wine of the Year title, and accumulated pretty much every superlative and measure of praise you can think of in the world of fine wine, so it's no surprise to see the newly released 2022 grand vin flirt with perfection once again.

"It's an absolutely sensational red from this team that comes close to topping out my scale." - Jeb Dunnuck

This 99-point expression is further evidence that "Clos Apalta is one of those rare Chilean wines that reliably showcases the characteristics of each vintage while maintaining a consistent house style," as described by Vinous' Joaquin Hidalgo. Indeed, the cool 2022 growing season produced a Clos that Jeb Dunnuck praises as "brilliantly balanced, seamless, medium to full-bodied red that has ultra-fine tannins, integrated acidity, and a great finish." The wine's fresh, vineyard-expressive character melds beautifully with the estate's signature style developed over the years by famed Bordeaux consultant Michel Rolland. The result is a delicious Bordeaux-inspired blend reflecting its exceptional Chilean terroir that promises savvy collectors over two decades of pleasurable drinking.

Producing a range of "well-made and well-priced cuvees" according to Vinous critic Neal Martin, these top scoring Red Burgundy selections from Domaine Jessiaume deliver outstanding value among the region's ever rising prices, an age worthy array from an under the radar appellation at best on the market pricing for savvy collectors to stock the cellar.

Established at the entrance of the tiny village of Santenay in 1850, Domaine Jessiaume crafts its small production Burgundy wines ranging from village level to 1er Cru from 15 hectares of organically farmed vineyards under the ownership of French researcher Dr. Jean-Francois Le Bigot since 2020, employing a low intervention approach including fermenting the grapes with indigenous yeasts and limiting the use of new French oak to preserve the freshness of the fruit. From Santenay's top 1er Cru and named for its unique gravelly soils, Jasper Morris describes the flagship 94 pt. 2022 Domaine Jessiaume Santenay Les Gravieres 1er Cru as "busting with energy without sacrificing finesse," its rich, spiced fruit layered with lush tannins and bright acidity on "an impeccable finish."

Described by Inside Burgundy's Jasper Morris as "wines of significant refinement," these Domaine Jessiaume selections deliver significant value as well, offering Burgundy lovers and collectors a rare opportunity to stock up by the case at a price that doesn't break the bank.

"This 90-hecatre estate in Pessac-Léognan is undergoing a renaissance in the hands of winemaker Stephen Carrier and consultant Thomas Duclos ... In short, de Fieuzal is an estate to watch." - William Kelley, Wine Advocate

The above quote from William Kelley truly captures the sentiment around this hidden gem estate in Pessac-Léognan. In a Left Bank appellation known for pushing quality and value to new levels, Château de Fieuzal is hitting all the marks lately, as evidenced by today's line-up of recent releases.

The estate's red is a sub-$50 home-run hitter every year, and that kind of consistency is on display in the 2019, 2020, and 2022 vintages, the latter of which "shines for its balance and purity" per Jeb Dunnuck and was deserving of 96 points from Yohan Castaing ofWine Advocate. Not to be overlooked, the 2020 is also "a medium to full-bodied, seamless, layered wine " that has racked up impressive accolades from across the critical space for its "great mix of richness and elegance."

Finally, like any great Pessac estate, de Fieuzal's white wines are some of the best in Bordeaux, and the two vintages on offer today each boast an impressive critical line that tops off at 95 points. If you're a savvy Bordeaux enthusiast who's been looking for your next great discovery, you've found one in Château de Fieuzal.

"Vincent Paris continues to craft distinctive, age-worthy Cornas, as evidenced once again during my most recent visit..." - Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous

Our direct-import portfolio has taken some major steps in the past year and landed some big names, and now we can add Cornas icon Vincent Paris to that list. Thanks to some very fortuitous connections, we gained domaine-direct access to this perennial superstar producer and his benchmark wines. The outstanding 2023s have just landed in stock.

Made from Paris' younger parcels on 30% slopes (and now with vines almost 30 years old), the 96-point 2023 Granit 30 exhibits fantastic signature elements of its granitic soils, as well as Paris' ultrafine winemaker's touch. "This is always the most forward and approachable of Paris's cuvées and will put a smile on your face right out of the gate," declares Dunnuck. Paris' wines are renowned for their cellar potential, but that doesn't mean you can't pop and pour the Granit 30 tonight. After all, it's "an accessible Cornas that’s packed with remarkable energy and freshness all the way through," so stocking the cellar is an easy choice.

Next up, as the name suggests, the 97-point 2023 Granit 60 comes from three plots of old-vines on steep granite slopes, densely planted and low-yielding. Paris' winemaking methods are traditional yet meticulous, so he's able to showcase his prime terroir in crystal-clear fashion in each of his wines. There's tons of Cornas soul here, but the wines avoid the rustic, untamed nature that's sometimes associated with this appellation. Instead, we get ""a full-bodied 2023 that's beautifully balanced, elegant, and layered ... another smoking value from this incredibly talented vigneron." according to Dunnuck.

Finally, boasting serious press from prominent voices like Suckling, Dunnuck, and Vinous among others, the 98-point 2023 Geynale is an outstanding collectible proposition that ranks with the region's elite names. This magnificent showstopper, made from the oldest vines in two of Cornas' most prized sites, is "full-bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, the classic, wild, sauvage character of the appellation, and a great finish," while Wine Spectator declares, "Massive in scale yet achieves perfect harmony between its ripeness, texture and energy."

We brought a staggering number of top-tier domaines into our direct-import fold in 2025, but Vincent Paris might just take the cake. These wines are built to age with incredible panache, so make room, stash a few away, and get ready to enjoy some of the most consistently excellent Northern Rhône Syrahs on the market.

Producing a range of "well-made and well-priced cuvees" according to Vinous critic Neal Martin, these top scoring Red Burgundy selections from Domaine Jessiaume deliver outstanding value among the region's ever rising prices, an age worthy array from an under the radar appellation at best on the market pricing for savvy collectors to stock the cellar.

Established at the entrance of the tiny village of Santenay in 1850, Domaine Jessiaume crafts its small production Burgundy wines ranging from village level to 1er Cru from 15 hectares of organically farmed vineyards under the ownership of French researcher Dr. Jean-Francois Le Bigot since 2020, employing a low intervention approach including fermenting the grapes with indigenous yeasts and limiting the use of new French oak to preserve the freshness of the fruit. From Santenay's top 1er Cru and named for its unique gravelly soils, Jasper Morris describes the flagship 94 pt. 2022 Domaine Jessiaume Santenay Les Gravieres 1er Cru as "busting with energy without sacrificing finesse," its rich, spiced fruit layered with lush tannins and bright acidity on "an impeccable finish."

Described by Inside Burgundy's Jasper Morris as "wines of significant refinement," these Domaine Jessiaume selections deliver significant value as well, offering Burgundy lovers and collectors a rare opportunity to stock up by the case at a price that doesn't break the bank.

"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.

"This 90-hecatre estate in Pessac-Léognan is undergoing a renaissance in the hands of winemaker Stephen Carrier and consultant Thomas Duclos ... In short, de Fieuzal is an estate to watch." - William Kelley, Wine Advocate

The above quote from William Kelley truly captures the sentiment around this hidden gem estate in Pessac-Léognan. In a Left Bank appellation known for pushing quality and value to new levels, Château de Fieuzal is hitting all the marks lately, as evidenced by today's line-up of recent releases.

The estate's red is a sub-$50 home-run hitter every year, and that kind of consistency is on display in the 2019, 2020, and 2022 vintages, the latter of which "shines for its balance and purity" per Jeb Dunnuck and was deserving of 96 points from Yohan Castaing ofWine Advocate. Not to be overlooked, the 2020 is also "a medium to full-bodied, seamless, layered wine " that has racked up impressive accolades from across the critical space for its "great mix of richness and elegance."

Finally, like any great Pessac estate, de Fieuzal's white wines are some of the best in Bordeaux, and the two vintages on offer today each boast an impressive critical line that tops off at 95 points. If you're a savvy Bordeaux enthusiast who's been looking for your next great discovery, you've found one in Château de Fieuzal.

"Vincent Paris continues to craft distinctive, age-worthy Cornas, as evidenced once again during my most recent visit..." - Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous

Our direct-import portfolio has taken some major steps in the past year and landed some big names, and now we can add Cornas icon Vincent Paris to that list. Thanks to some very fortuitous connections, we gained domaine-direct access to this perennial superstar producer and his benchmark wines. The outstanding 2023s have just landed in stock.

Made from Paris' younger parcels on 30% slopes (and now with vines almost 30 years old), the 96-point 2023 Granit 30 exhibits fantastic signature elements of its granitic soils, as well as Paris' ultrafine winemaker's touch. "This is always the most forward and approachable of Paris's cuvées and will put a smile on your face right out of the gate," declares Dunnuck. Paris' wines are renowned for their cellar potential, but that doesn't mean you can't pop and pour the Granit 30 tonight. After all, it's "an accessible Cornas that’s packed with remarkable energy and freshness all the way through," so stocking the cellar is an easy choice.

Next up, as the name suggests, the 97-point 2023 Granit 60 comes from three plots of old-vines on steep granite slopes, densely planted and low-yielding. Paris' winemaking methods are traditional yet meticulous, so he's able to showcase his prime terroir in crystal-clear fashion in each of his wines. There's tons of Cornas soul here, but the wines avoid the rustic, untamed nature that's sometimes associated with this appellation. Instead, we get ""a full-bodied 2023 that's beautifully balanced, elegant, and layered ... another smoking value from this incredibly talented vigneron." according to Dunnuck.

Finally, boasting serious press from prominent voices like Suckling, Dunnuck, and Vinous among others, the 98-point 2023 Geynale is an outstanding collectible proposition that ranks with the region's elite names. This magnificent showstopper, made from the oldest vines in two of Cornas' most prized sites, is "full-bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, the classic, wild, sauvage character of the appellation, and a great finish," while Wine Spectator declares, "Massive in scale yet achieves perfect harmony between its ripeness, texture and energy."

We brought a staggering number of top-tier domaines into our direct-import fold in 2025, but Vincent Paris might just take the cake. These wines are built to age with incredible panache, so make room, stash a few away, and get ready to enjoy some of the most consistently excellent Northern Rhône Syrahs on the market.

The iconic Clos Apalta is arguably Chile's greatest wine, with a critical track record to rival even the First Growth Bordeaux titans. Previous vintages have notched multiple 100-point scores, nabbed Wine Spectator's Wine of the Year title, and accumulated pretty much every superlative and measure of praise you can think of in the world of fine wine, so it's no surprise to see the newly released 2022 grand vin flirt with perfection once again.

"It's an absolutely sensational red from this team that comes close to topping out my scale." - Jeb Dunnuck

This 99-point expression is further evidence that "Clos Apalta is one of those rare Chilean wines that reliably showcases the characteristics of each vintage while maintaining a consistent house style," as described by Vinous' Joaquin Hidalgo. Indeed, the cool 2022 growing season produced a Clos that Jeb Dunnuck praises as "brilliantly balanced, seamless, medium to full-bodied red that has ultra-fine tannins, integrated acidity, and a great finish." The wine's fresh, vineyard-expressive character melds beautifully with the estate's signature style developed over the years by famed Bordeaux consultant Michel Rolland. The result is a delicious Bordeaux-inspired blend reflecting its exceptional Chilean terroir that promises savvy collectors over two decades of pleasurable drinking.

"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 2024s 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.

"Vincent Paris continues to craft distinctive, age-worthy Cornas, as evidenced once again during my most recent visit..." - Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous

Our direct-import portfolio has taken some major steps in the past year and landed some big names, and now we can add Cornas icon Vincent Paris to that list. Thanks to some very fortuitous connections, we gained domaine-direct access to this perennial superstar producer and his benchmark wines. The outstanding 2023s have just landed in stock.

Made from Paris' younger parcels on 30% slopes (and now with vines almost 30 years old), the 96-point 2023 Granit 30 exhibits fantastic signature elements of its granitic soils, as well as Paris' ultrafine winemaker's touch. "This is always the most forward and approachable of Paris's cuvées and will put a smile on your face right out of the gate," declares Dunnuck. Paris' wines are renowned for their cellar potential, but that doesn't mean you can't pop and pour the Granit 30 tonight. After all, it's "an accessible Cornas that’s packed with remarkable energy and freshness all the way through," so stocking the cellar is an easy choice.

Next up, as the name suggests, the 97-point 2023 Granit 60 comes from three plots of old-vines on steep granite slopes, densely planted and low-yielding. Paris' winemaking methods are traditional yet meticulous, so he's able to showcase his prime terroir in crystal-clear fashion in each of his wines. There's tons of Cornas soul here, but the wines avoid the rustic, untamed nature that's sometimes associated with this appellation. Instead, we get ""a full-bodied 2023 that's beautifully balanced, elegant, and layered ... another smoking value from this incredibly talented vigneron." according to Dunnuck.

Finally, boasting serious press from prominent voices like Suckling, Dunnuck, and Vinous among others, the 98-point 2023 Geynale is an outstanding collectible proposition that ranks with the region's elite names. This magnificent showstopper, made from the oldest vines in two of Cornas' most prized sites, is "full-bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, the classic, wild, sauvage character of the appellation, and a great finish," while Wine Spectator declares, "Massive in scale yet achieves perfect harmony between its ripeness, texture and energy."

We brought a staggering number of top-tier domaines into our direct-import fold in 2025, but Vincent Paris might just take the cake. These wines are built to age with incredible panache, so make room, stash a few away, and get ready to enjoy some of the most consistently excellent Northern Rhône Syrahs on the market.

Andrea Cortonesi's Uccelliera is a bastion of traditional Brunello, and it's in acclaimed vintages like 2021 that they find their purest, most authentic expression. We just secured a first-tranche parcel of remarkable pricing that have any serious Tuscan collector loading up on this benchmark wine.

"A spicy and classic Brunello..." - James Suckling

Spanning ten hectares, including two hectares bordering Ciacci Piccolomini''s famous Pianrosso vineyard, Uccelliera's sustainably farmed Sangiovese vines are planted in sandy loam soils mixed with stones and rich in crumbled fossils, situated on slopes from 150 to 350 meters above sea level that enjoy a unique microclimate protected by towering Mount Amiata and cooled during the hot summers by breezes off the nearby Orcia River. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, the "bold and beautiful" 2021 Uccelliera Brunello di Montalcino was aged in a mix of Slavonian and French oak barrels of various sizes for 24 months with extended bottle aging (a total of five years aging required by the DOC), yielding elegant, aromatic fruit and lush, textured tannins that "once again underscores Andrea Cortonesi’s ability to translate terroir with precision and consistency," according to the Wine Advocate's Monica Larner.

"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 2024s 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.

"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 2024s 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.

"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 2024s 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.

"Vincent Paris continues to craft distinctive, age-worthy Cornas, as evidenced once again during my most recent visit..." - Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous

Our direct-import portfolio has taken some major steps in the past year and landed some big names, and now we can add Cornas icon Vincent Paris to that list. Thanks to some very fortuitous connections, we gained domaine-direct access to this perennial superstar producer and his benchmark wines. The outstanding 2023s have just landed in stock.

Made from Paris' younger parcels on 30% slopes (and now with vines almost 30 years old), the 96-point 2023 Granit 30 exhibits fantastic signature elements of its granitic soils, as well as Paris' ultrafine winemaker's touch. "This is always the most forward and approachable of Paris's cuvées and will put a smile on your face right out of the gate," declares Dunnuck. Paris' wines are renowned for their cellar potential, but that doesn't mean you can't pop and pour the Granit 30 tonight. After all, it's "an accessible Cornas that’s packed with remarkable energy and freshness all the way through," so stocking the cellar is an easy choice.

Next up, as the name suggests, the 97-point 2023 Granit 60 comes from three plots of old-vines on steep granite slopes, densely planted and low-yielding. Paris' winemaking methods are traditional yet meticulous, so he's able to showcase his prime terroir in crystal-clear fashion in each of his wines. There's tons of Cornas soul here, but the wines avoid the rustic, untamed nature that's sometimes associated with this appellation. Instead, we get ""a full-bodied 2023 that's beautifully balanced, elegant, and layered ... another smoking value from this incredibly talented vigneron." according to Dunnuck.

Finally, boasting serious press from prominent voices like Suckling, Dunnuck, and Vinous among others, the 98-point 2023 Geynale is an outstanding collectible proposition that ranks with the region's elite names. This magnificent showstopper, made from the oldest vines in two of Cornas' most prized sites, is "full-bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, the classic, wild, sauvage character of the appellation, and a great finish," while Wine Spectator declares, "Massive in scale yet achieves perfect harmony between its ripeness, texture and energy."

We brought a staggering number of top-tier domaines into our direct-import fold in 2025, but Vincent Paris might just take the cake. These wines are built to age with incredible panache, so make room, stash a few away, and get ready to enjoy some of the most consistently excellent Northern Rhône Syrahs on the market.

"This 90-hecatre estate in Pessac-Léognan is undergoing a renaissance in the hands of winemaker Stephen Carrier and consultant Thomas Duclos ... In short, de Fieuzal is an estate to watch." - William Kelley, Wine Advocate

The above quote from William Kelley truly captures the sentiment around this hidden gem estate in Pessac-Léognan. In a Left Bank appellation known for pushing quality and value to new levels, Château de Fieuzal is hitting all the marks lately, as evidenced by today's line-up of recent releases.

The estate's red is a sub-$50 home-run hitter every year, and that kind of consistency is on display in the 2019, 2020, and 2022 vintages, the latter of which "shines for its balance and purity" per Jeb Dunnuck and was deserving of 96 points from Yohan Castaing ofWine Advocate. Not to be overlooked, the 2020 is also "a medium to full-bodied, seamless, layered wine " that has racked up impressive accolades from across the critical space for its "great mix of richness and elegance."

Finally, like any great Pessac estate, de Fieuzal's white wines are some of the best in Bordeaux, and the two vintages on offer today each boast an impressive critical line that tops off at 95 points. If you're a savvy Bordeaux enthusiast who's been looking for your next great discovery, you've found one in Château de Fieuzal.

"Pascal Reverdy hit it out of the park in the warm, sunny 2025 vintage." - Andrew Kitz, B-21 Loire Buyer

It's no secret that the 2024 Loire vintage tested everyone's mettle, all the way up to the very top of the hierarchy, so when the 2024 Reverdy Les Coutes became our best-selling Sancerre of the year, we couldn't wait to get our hands on the 2025 vintage. After all, the campaign was stark departure from 2024, with bright, warm, sunny conditions prevailing almost from start to finish, so we expected great things from this exceptional domaine. Well, the domaine did not disappoint in 2025, turning out not only a stunning, 94-point Les Coutes but also an absolutely beguiling 93-point rosé.

Les Coutes is a single parcel of 50-year-old vines on Kimmeridgian limestone that has a reputation for producing densely textured, weighty wines, and that is certainly borne out in 2025, made all the more so by the incredible vintage conditions. The 2025 Les Coutes Sancerre conveys everything Sancerre fans are looking for in a top-tier single-vineyard expression. "Varietal purity, terroir clarity, and textbook vintage character – it hits the trifecta," writes Andrew, "Take your time with it if you open it now, but stash some away for a few years, and you’ll be rewarded with a near-flawless example of single-vineyard Sancerre from a great vintage." The 2025 Terre de Maimbray Sancerre Rosé is every bit the stellar vintage representation as the Les Coutes, "one of the prettiest Sancerre rosés I’ve had in a few years," as described by Andrew. "Plush, inviting aromatics" and a palate of "supreme elegance and poise" come together in an "irresistible gem" that delivers more bang for the buck than just about any rosé out there.

For those of you who got in on the 2024 Les Coutes, you'll remember that availability was limited, and it sold out in remarkably quick fashion, so don't hesitate for a second on these 2025s, as the small but excellent crop didn't leave much to go around.

The Chiantis of Castello di Ama are reference points in any vintage. The Ama, Montebuoni, and San Lorenzo are routinely hailed by critics for their classically styled, precise expressions. In 2023, however, severely reduced yields resulted in the winemaking team blending all three parcels into one bottling of Ama. Normally, this might be a cause for concern, but in the case of the 2023 Ama, it has all come together in a stunning representation of the estate's finest terroirs and a top-tier expression that has already garnered some serious press, led by 95 points from James Suckling. "A refined Chianti Classico with firm, racy tannins that give length and beauty," says Suckling, while Antonio Galloni declares, "Dynamic and vibrant in the glass, with superb character, the 2023 massively overdelivers." The best feature of all is the unbelievable price for a stupendous collectible-caliber bargain that will show off beautifully for a decade or more.

In the reference-point 2021 vintage, the entire range reached new heights of excellence, but it's the San Lorenzo, however, that stands above the rest in unequivocal fashion, with a 99-point score from James Suckling and Wine Spectator Top Ten honors leading a stunning critical line. Blended from the finest lots of fruit from Bellavista, Casuccia, San Lorenzo, and Montebuoni estate vineyards, this is apex Sangiovese, with a touch of Merlot and Malvasia Nera adding dimension and depth. The outstanding growing season imparts its own signature on the finished wine, which is, as Wine Spectator describes it, "deep, dark, and densely wrought" with firm structural backbone married to ultra-pure Sangiovese character. Kerin O'Keefe's 97-point review calls it "a gorgeous wine ... Elegant and showing great precision," all features that portend a long life in the cellar despite its thoroughly enjoyable and accessible profile today. Antonio Galloni called Castello di Ama's entire range "truly special" in 2021, and once you experience the San Lorenzo, you'll know exactly what he's talking about.

Finally, don't miss a handful of San Lorenzo magnums from the equally outstanding 2019 vintage, a "delightfully harmonious, balanced, and complete" version that notched 97 points from James Suckling and which is sure to cruise in the cellar in this "ideal collectible format."

"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 2024s 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.