90-points

Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar: 95, Wine Spectator: 98, Ranked #26 in Wine Spectator’s 2006 Top 100 list, Wine Enthusiast: 96.

Sparkling, France, Champagne, Vintage Brut. Smoky, lemony fruit character with hints of brioche, mineral, ripe white fruits and honey. On the palate the wine is majesterial and full, while retaining crisp acidity and vibrant length. Learn More

Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: 93, Wine and Spirits Magazine: 94

France, Champagne, Reims, Vintage Brut. Perfumed nose, brioche, spice, ginger, hazelnuts and after a bit of time, aromas of eau de vie. Very complex mouthfeel, full-bodied, a heady mix of oak, spice, brioche, and a diverse nuttiness followed by a hint of fruitness, candy apple and toffee. Learn More

Wine Advocate: 96

Spain, Ribera del Duero, Tempranillo. Concentrated, rich and powerful with aromas and flavors of dark forest fruit, cassis, crushed stone, toast, black tea and floral notes. Structured for the long haul. Learn More

Wine Spectator: 90

Italy, Umbria, Montefalco, Sagrantino. Blackberry bush, with hints of tobacco and ferrous earth. Very floral. Full-bodied, with firm, vanilla- and mineral-coated tannins and a long, firm finish. Learn More

Wine Spectator: 92 points, Connoisseur's Guide 90 points, Wine Advocate:90, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: 90

California, Napa Valley, Merlot. Delicious aromas of red cherry, raspberry, red plum, cherry kirsch. Rich, juicy, palate-enveloping flavors of pure red and black fruit, red licorice, and hints of mint and toasted almonds. The tannins are round and smooth and part of the long, pleasing finish. Learn More

France, Southern France, Languedoc, Coteaux du Languedoc, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre Learn More

Wine Enthusiast: 94, Wine Spectator: 93, Wine Advocate: 90-93

France, Bordeaux, Margaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Grand Cru Classe in 1855. Purple with hints of ruby. A powerful bouquet of firm-textured gooseberries and blackcurrants complemented by sweet spices. Full-bodied, flavourful with plump tannins and a very harmonious finish. Learn More

Wine Spectator: 93, Wine Advocate: 91, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: 90

France, Bordeaux, Saint-Julien. Fabulous aromas of crushed raspberry, blackberry, mineral and licorice follow through to a full-bodied palate. This is chewy yet silky, with a long, long finish. Learn More

Wine Advocate: 90
South Austrailia, Dessert, Fortified. Hints of molasses and jammy strawberry/berry fruit in addition to well-integrated alcohol. Learn More