Warm pear, apple and kumquat notes are amply spiced and seductive, with inner density alongside attractive fruit on a round, creamy and waxy palate. Savory,...
A plush, broad, toasty style, with warmed plum sauce and steeped blackberry notes forming the core, while sweet tobacco, ganache and dark earth hints fill...
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit....
This nicely rendered red unfurls nicely, offering notes of cassis, plum and black cherry puree gilded with violet and lilac hints. A long, sleek iron...
96-98. Barrel Sample. The wine has freshness and a fine perfume that highlights the structure. There is a lovely velvet character to this wine, enhanced...
95-97. Barrel Sample. This is a very aromatic, precise wine. Ripe fruits and density are balanced by the wine's freshness and acidity. It has structure...
Spicy, structured and dense, this is a complex, smoky and powerful wine. With polished fruit and structure, it comes from an increasingly impressive estate. Drink...
A powerful expression of Merlot, this wine has a dense structure, with serious tannins and concentration. Spicy flavors and dark chocolate are set against the...
With 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine reveals structure and a firm core. Coming from the most southerly classed growth vineyard in Margaux, it is rich,...
Offers opulent pleasure -- honeysuckle, star fruit, peach, warm hay -- shored up with zesty lemon acidity and chalky mineral notes. A flattering hint of...
Generous in feel, with a delicious wave of warmed plum sauce and crushed blackberry fruit backed by a well-embedded graphite spine, this moves through steadily,...
Expressive and enticing, with a showy core of loganberry, mulberry and black currant fruit flavors that meld nicely, picking up singed alder, sanguine and tobacco...
There's beautiful concentration to the unctuous waves of peach, persimmon, star fruit and white meadow flowers, which are spicy at the edges and silky on...
95-97. Barrel Sample. Big, rich and sumptuously smoky, this has density and power. Its blackberry tones are structured, with a core of tannins. This very...
Flinty gun smoke blows off to reveal delicate notes of peach and lime blossoms, with a briny, savory character. Subtle leesy, toasty hints detail the...
Well-built, pulling ample and weighty waves of cassis, plum reduction and blackberry preserves along, atop a broad spine of warm loam, smoldering tobacco and singed...
Here's a winner in this heat-influenced vintage, showing remarkable purity and focus, with a gorgeous beam of cassis, cherry paste and violet cruising through, inlaid...
Lightly spiced and aromatic, this well-balanced Prosecco rose marries mouthwatering acidity and a fine, chalky bead with flavors of nectarine, blood orange sorbet, stone and...
The familiar nonvintage Champagne from this producer is ripe, soft and deliciously balanced. It is a ripe wine, with a fresher, crisp and textured element...
Delivers a gorgeous velvety mouthfeel, with cassis, warmed plum and blackberry preserve flavors infused with black tea and incense. Features a fresh minerality that echoes...
An elegant Prosecco, with a fine, satin-like mousse, and a delicate thread of curry spice winding through flavors of baked pineapple fruit, pickled ginger, passion...
Lip-smacking acidity creates a firm frame for this vivid rose Champagne, enfolded in a creamy mousse that carries a rich range of black cherry, almond...
Ripe and juicy aromas and flavors of dried cherry, licorice and candied lemon zest are balanced by crisp acidity in this bright Champagne, creating a...
Solid for the vintage, with black currant preserves backed by hints of warm earth, licorice and roasted alder. Offers some grip without the vintage's austere...
Featuring black cherry, blueberry, mint, iron and Tuscan scrub flavors, this solid red is built for aging, with ripe fruit returning on the long finish....
Honeyed nut and smoke notes are rich accents underscoring the yellow peach and raspberry fruit in this expressive Champagne. Crisp and lacy in texture, with...
Delivers warmed plum sauce and fig paste notes mixed with melted black licorice, all set against a Black Forest cake background. The fleshy finish has...
Sleek and lightly chalky in texture, this vinous version shows a well-spiced range of wild strawberry, macerated cherry and orange liqueur flavors, with accents of...
Enticing, with an open feel combined with a good depth of blackberry and black currant fruit flavors, lined with singed balsam wood and tobacco hints....
From a Lanson-owned vineyard, the Domaine de la Malmaison, this Champagne is beautifully balanced with steely acidity as well as a structure that gives the...
Now well mature, this Champagne has a slight dominance of Chardonnay from the Cote des Blancs. It balances citrus and green-apple flavors against its toast...
This bottling is crisp, lively and exuberant, with concentrated and youthful fruit. Fuji apple, sweet Bosc pear, ripe white nectarine, white strawberry, Rainier cherry, and...
This red leads with black cherry, blackberry, mineral and oak spice flavors. Shows a solid spine of tannins and lively acidity for support, revealing a...
White spring flower, stone fruit and brioche aromas mingle with the slightest whiff of honey. Dry and elegant, the polished palate offers creamy pear, ripe...
This traditional method blend of mostly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay packs enough frisky bubble to tickle all the noses in the room. A tangy strawberry...
Heady and intense aromas of dark florals, fresh black cherry, rhubarb and an abundance of rose mingle with notes of earthy mushroom, tossed soil, cardamom...
Chardonnay is this producer's signature Champagne. Here the wine has a crisp white-fruit aroma that brings out minerality. To taste, it is full of white...
This red is fleshy and velvety smooth, setting the scene for black cherry, plum, earth and oak spice notes. Balanced and expressive, this cruises to...
Well-knit and persistent, with slightly brooding raspberry and pomegranate flavors laced with dusky spice and rose petal tones, which build tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink...
This red has a lovely texture, packed with cherry and raspberry fruit, nicely detailed with anise, loamy earth, toast and orange zest elements on the...
A fresh, focused Champagne, with smoke and oyster shell notes serving as a minerally overtone for the fine, lively bead and flavors of nectarine, salted...
Thick in black fruit, soy and leather, this is a concentrated and well-structured wine, showing plenty of ability to age. Sinewy and still tight, it...
Open and approachable, if barely settling into a long plateau of drinkability. Offers cherry, strawberry, earth, tobacco, white pepper and menthol flavors, which ply the...
A vivacious rose, with a minerally overtone and a well-meshed range of crunchy pear, peach skin, pickled ginger and blood orange zest flavors set on...
Aromas of black-skinned berry, underbrush and baking spice lead the nose. The savory palate offers blackberry jam, star anise and orange zest alongside fine-grained tannins....
Displaying succulent cherry, raspberry, leather and spice flavors, this red is sleek and well-structured. Features fine balance and a finish that echoes the fruit while...
Enticing ripe fruit and spice aromas herald this chiseled Champagne, which offers yellow peach, raspberry, almond biscotti, spun honey and smoke flavors set on a...
A pure, fluid and impressive wine that's just hitting its stride. Muscular and concentrated, with fine-grained tannins providing a solid frame to the honeyed orchard...
Solid, with a winey core of red and black currant and blackberry compote flavors studded with briar, tobacco leaf and humus. Shows a slightly chunky...
Carmenere and Cabernet Sauvignon in equal parts were blended in the making of this silky red that starts with sweet aromas of candied cherries followed...
A fragrant red, with a pleasing, resinous quality, revealing hints of pine, eucalyptus and Mediterranean scrub. Medium- to full-bodied and silky, with fine tannins layered...
An elegant red, predominately cherry, with supporting flavors of raspberry, rose, anise, thyme and mint. Charming and balanced, with a long, licorice-tinged finish. Best from...
A juicy acidity leads the powerful flavors of pear, dried pineapple and apricot in this bracing white. Hints of white chocolate lend added complexity and...
Blueberry, plum and blackberry fruit flavors lead the way here. Dense but fresh, laced with light violet and anise accents on the finish, all supported...
Showy and very hard to resist, this gushes with velvety plum and boysenberry reduction flavors, along with melted black licorice and violet hints along the...
A supple yet firmly structured red, this exhibits strawberry, cherry, currant, menthol and iron flavors. Taut and dense with tannins, yet remains lithe and long....
Ripe and fruit-driven, with a big wave of warmed cassis and plum coulis flavors dotted with violet, anise and tobacco notes. Shows good underlying juicy...
Packs more bass than treble, with plum, black cherry, tar and eucalyptus notes wrapped in warm vanilla tones from the oak. Still tightly wound, with...
Fresh and elegant, with good focus to the flavors of warm cherry, dried raspberry, woodsy herbs and spices, and fresh, loamy earth. Supple, with well-meshed...
Shows appealing sanguine, meaty character, with a core of steeped plum and a firming spine of iron. Well-defined, with chalky tannins, dried herbs, lavender and...
A tantalizing, toasty top note draws you into this mouth-coating, richly flavorful and full-bodied wine. Spicy oak notes, light butter accents and poached pear flavors...
This red is not only expressive, exuding cherry, raspberry, mineral, earth and mint flavors, but it's also silky and succulent. Reveals refined tannins and bright...
A lush and creamy white, with a rich hint of toasted hazelnut and a tang of salinity underscoring flavors of Jonagold apple, quince paste, crystallized...
Earthy in composted earth and crushed rock, this elegant wine is lifted by bright red fruit and floral highlights. Plum, currant and subtle oak combine...
Drenched in plum, blackberry and black cherry fruit, this red also reveals vanilla and sweet spice flavors. Dense and firmly structured, with fine balance and...
Touches of reduction, creamy richness and black elderberry combine on the subtle nose of this wine, promising dark allure. The palate delivers on the dense,...
Brooding and deeply structured, with flavors of dark berries, forest floor and black tea building richness and tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2032....
For fans of big-boned, stylish Cote-Rotie, this blockbuster showcases a richly textured palate that oozes with notes of melted black licorice, dried cherry and mocha....
This brims with steeped dark currant and mulled blackberry fruit inlaid with racy streaks of tar, singed mesquite and sweet tobacco. A sanguine echo adds...
It opens with a complex array of aromas: warmed cherries, raspberries, earthy licorice root, whole clove, dried porcini, and desiccating rosebuds. Crafted with precision, it...
There's good tension and harmony to this graceful Champagne, with racy acidity playing off the plush-textured, satinlike mousse. Flavors of white cherry, apple, blanched almond,...
This features a savory edge to the intensely crisp and fine-pointed flavors of freshly cut green apple and lime. Shows minerally precision on the finish....
A burr of tannins surrounds the core of black cherry and blackberry fruit in this Chianti Classico, with earth and mineral accents chiming in. Shows...
Blackberry and black cherry compote flavors bring a restrained juiciness, while floral, singed apple wood and black tea notes fill in liberally. The finish extends...
This large-scaled wine is brimming with cassis and distilled plum fruit thats remarkably pure, focused and driven in feel, supported by a seamless, iron-clad and...
This fresh version offers mirabelle plum, quinine and honeysuckle notes that stay bright and nicely defined through the energetic, salted buttertinged finish. Semillon and Sauvignon...
Offers vivid, seductive pleasure, with impressive brightness to the silky, salty core of pear, green plum and fig that glides along, honeyed at the edges....
Gorgeously rendered for the vintage, with a well-endowed core of loganberry, mulberry and cassis flavors that roll through and are laced with a cast iron...
Made with a high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine offers dark tannins that give density and massive black fruits. With a magnificent combination of...
Shows gently mulled loganberry and black currant fruit flavors that have some breadth, atypical for the vintage, while a mix of black tea, potpourri and...
With 85% Merlot, this wine has weight and density. Black fruit and polished-leather aromas show well, and introduce the blackberry and black-currant flavors. It is...
Broad and packed with succulent flavors of plum, blackberry and black cherry, this red is supported by a dense, burly structure that should allow it...
Veers to the balsamic side, revealing juniper, rosemary, sage and earth flavors aligned with cherry and plum fruit. This finds a better equilibrium by the...
This wine’s profoundly ripe black-plum and cassis flavors and svelte, spirited demeanor make it a fantastic expression of the appellation. Despite a maturation of 10...
This is marked by a gorgeously pure core of kirsch and raspberry reduction flavors, which are laced with rooibos tea, singed balsam wood, dried anise,...
A well-knit red, featuring fresh blackberry and mocha-dusted plum flavors that are concentrated and juicy, with the substantial ripe fruit enveloping a lush, creamy palate....
Supple and glossy, with a cascade of ripe fruit and crushed graphite. Delicious, revealing a lot of stuffing, with singed lavender echoing throughout the well-meshed...
Lemons and yellow apples are on the nose with a distinct honey-nut element that evolves into cooked apples and toasted almonds on the palate, complemented...
Delicate scents recalling pressed rose, hay, eucalyptus and forest floor mingle with whiffs of spice. The full-bodied palate offers dried cherry, aniseed and ground clove...
Compact and well-integrated, this minerally Champagne shows racy acidity and intensity, with focus to the notes of crunchy green pear, preserved lemon, apple blossoms and...
Fresh and balanced, with a hint of smoke underscoring the subtle raspberry, biscuit and candied lemon zest flavors. Creamy. Disgorged September 2013. Drink now.
Bright and fresh, with a fun burst of raspberry, blackberry and boysenberry notes injected with lots of bouncy anise, bramble and fruitcake accents. The brambly...
The nose of this wine evokes black cherry candy, clove-studded orange peel and fried shiitake mushroom. The palate is acid driven with flavors of cherry,...
A sleek, creamy Champagne, with aromatic notes of white blossoms, graphite and spices accenting flavors of baked black currant, whole-grain toast and preserved lemon. Minerally...
Fresh and focused, offering cherry, raspberry, wild herbs, iron and licorice. Muscular and balanced, echoing the fruit and savory elements on the finish. Best from...
A winey, warm, stylish version, with dark plum and black currant flavors coated in bitter dark chocolate and singed cedar notes. Shows appealing chewiness, offering...
Textural, structured and enticing, this aromatic and energetic blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon showcase the attractiveness and age-ability possible from a well-made white wine....
A seductive white, with juicy peach and apple details joined by hints of candied lemon peel and marzipan. Dense, revealing a robe of well-integrated toasty...
Aromas of black cherry and butterscotch set the stage for further black cherry, pomegranate, caramel and coffee-bean flavors with a hint of cured bacon. Plush...
Maraschino cherry, pomegranate, smoked meat, earth and rosemary flavors highlight this sleek red, which is defined by vivid acidity and solid tannins, with a dry,...
Steeped cherry and raspberry fruit flavors are accented by tea rose, grated ginger and blood orange zest aromatics in this graceful rose Champagne, in a...
The nose begins with black cherries and blackberries, but eventually notes of salt and pepper push to the front. Cherries remain on the palate, with...
Sleek and focused, with notes of damson plum, red currant coulis and dark cherry preserves corseted tightly with singed tobacco, cast iron and loam accents....
The nose is tart, spicy and assertive, with aromas of blackberries, pepper and hot iron. On the palate, black cherries bolster the blackberry tartness, before...
Tightly wound, this delivers a wiry, focused beam of dried peach, date, green tea, almond husk and bergamot notes. Long, racy finish has excellent cut....
Earthy aromas of toasted wood and coffee meet with dusty boysenberry on the nose of this bottling from the historic producer in its eponymous appellation....
Roederer's 2012 Brut Rosé is showing well, offering up pretty aromas of apples, freshly baked bread and tangerine. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied,...
Underbrush, scorched soil and cedar aromas along with whiffs of blue flowers and Mediterranean herbs form the nose. Austere and linear, the elegantly structured palate...
Sleek and elegantly structured, with generous flavors of cherry, tomato leaf and toasty spices that finish with refined tannins. Drink now through 2031. 1,300 cases...
A fleshy version, this red exhibits cherry, strawberry, mint and earth notes backed by a firm, vibrant structure. Though this finishes on the austere side...
Delightfully light and breezy, with hints of almond flower, almond, and unripe peach intermingling with crisp apple notes. Rounded and textured, it boasts a well-structured...
Youthfully taut and well-structured, with singed apple wood and licorice root notes holding a core of red currant, dark plum and blackberry fruit in check...
This lively Chardonnay shows fine balance and integration, offering bright pineapple and persimmon fruit flavors, with a rich hint of grilled macadamia nut, plus aromas...
A sleek version, with pure red and black cherry puree notes streaming through, while finely beaded acidity stays nicely embedded. Shows floral and red tea...
Expressive and vibrant, with a cassis bush aroma that leaps to the forefront, followed quickly by sleek and dense black currant, black Mission fig and...
Woodland fruits with a backdrop of black-pepper spices set the scene for the second-label wine of Haut-Brion. It is powerful, with some firm tannins and...
94–96. Barrel Sample. A rich, spicy and smoky wine, this has generous tannins to balance the blackberry fruit flavors. The structure is already impressive, showing...
Packed with steeped plum, blackberry and cassis flavors, this also sports licorice root, applewood and tar notes. Dense and shows a chewy edge, but it's...
Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Lynch Bages comes charging out of the gate with pronounced cassis, chocolate-covered cherries, mulberries and menthol notions, backed up by...
Dark and brooding, this red evokes violet, black currant and black cherry flavors accented by wild herbs, iron, sanguine and spice notes. Underlined by a...
Mouthwatering, this tightly knit version delivers flavors of raspberry, dried apricot, slivered almond and biscuit on a fine, satiny texture. Drink now through 2018.
Aromas and flavors of sweet, ripe cherry, raspberry and plum are the focus of this supple, harmonious and expressive red. Almond, leather, tobacco and black...
This well-balanced wine is medium in weight, lively in texture and offers spicy white-pepper and toast accents along with fresh citrus and crisp apple notes....
This poised red blend alternates between black cherry and blackberry on the nose with smoky undertones of sage brush, rosehip and red currant peppered throughout....
The core of black cherry and wild strawberry fruit is ripe and juicy in this harmonious rose, enmeshed with accents of toasted brioche, red licorice,...
A refreshing, mineral-infused white, with lemon, peach, white pepper and stone flavors. Sleek and balanced, offering a chalky sensation on the finish. Drink now through...
Rich aromatics of ripe fruits and spices mix with flavors of juicy blackberries and plums, cedar and baking spices. This full-bodied wine offers ample, polished...
This rich red is laced with cherry, plum, earth, stone and eucalyptus flavors. Dense, assertive tannins dominate the finish for now, yet the lasting impression...
Crushed blackberry and boysenberry fruit is dark and ripe in this red, accented by hints of dried lavender, woodsy spices and a subtle underpinning of...
A reminder of Bandol's superiority when it comes to rose. Crushed stone minerality grounds this fresh, alluring version, with notes of dried lavender and salted...
This dense Petite Sirah highlights the varietal's earthier, more savory elements, showcasing blackberry, cinnamon and black pepper on the nose. The palate is firmly structured...
Distinctively floral, with rose petal and strawberry blossom aromas leading to delicate, crisp flavors that finish with a festive accent. Drink now. 4,500 cases made....
Delicately perfumed, this Gavi reveals aromas of flint, wet stone, and peach blossom. Light on the palate, it offers a harmonious interplay of salty minerality...
High-toned red fruits mingle with savory spices, leather and tobacco, expressing earthy characteristics. The woodsy palate features dried cherries, and fine tannins that lead to...
Polished and elegantly layered, offering lively red currant and raspberry flavors that are highlighted by notes of rose petal and orange peel, finishing with refined...
This wine presents notes ranging from tropical fruits like mango, passion fruit, avocado to golden apple and vanilla custard, pistachio, lemon balm, limoncello, grapefruit peel,...
The color is a delicate pomegranate pink with glints of a slightly orange hue. The sparkling, light effervescence displays a persistent bead. The nose offers...
A sweet and floral nose on this wine starts with vanilla, peonies and cherry blossoms before offering wild fennel and balsamic vinegar. The palate is...
Ink-like in color, the 2021 Carnival of Love Shiraz is a real showstopper. Powerful yet delicate, it's lifted aromas of red cherry, blackberry and aniseed...
The striking freshness and vivacity of the floral and fruity fragrances (yellow fruits and fresh fruits) take root, before giving way to subtle notes of...
The pedigree and purity of this red are evident immediately from its black currant, blackberry, pomegranate, violet and wild herb aromas. Saturated with red and...
This Port is light, orange-tinted amber in color. Its magnificent nose shows an array of dried fruits. It is mature and concentrated, with full, honeyed...
Hearty and full-bodied, this black cherry and blackberry-scented wine is braced by moderate tannins and good acidity for a sense of freshness despite its big...
Delicious and eminently drinkable, this full-bodied wine is Far Niente's valley-wide blend. It's soaked in black fruits and wrapped in approachable tannins that shape rather...
Suave and polished, featuring flavors of floral currant and plum preserves, with a mineral underpinning and fresh acidity. Ends with loam and spice nuances and...
A solidly built Cabernet with a very direct persona, as dark currant, warmed fig reduction and blackberry fruit paste are bolted together with licorice root...
Mint and oak-spice aromas lead to powerful black currants, cocoa and oak char flavors in this nicely oaked, chunky-textured wine. Sandy tannins give it a...
This rounded and rich Chardonnay displays aromas of ripe apple, orange blossom, cinnamon and vanilla on the nose, giving way to flavors of spiced pear,...
This juicy Cabernet gives aromas of crushed raspberry, black plum, cocoa powder and lavender on the nose. The plush and rounded palate shows flavors of...
S.L.V. is an elegant, flavorful Cabernet Sauvignon with integrated oak, refined tannins and a lasting aftertaste. Structures of dark fruit with fresh aromas of red...
The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc opens with a fragrant nose of lemon-lime, lychee, kiwi, and cantalope with a touch of honeysuckle. Bright acidity and juicy flavors...
The primarily floral, sweet nose features aromas of vanilla bean, violets, cherry syrup and macerated blackberries, while a dusting of stoniness provides just enough savory...
Macerated cherry, strawberry and menthol flavors mark this supple red. Balanced and lively, with a light, chalky feel on the finish. In the end, this...
An intense, deeply flavored Porto Tawny 40 Years Old, with a massive bouquet suggesting vanilla, oak and honey, and a mouthful of very complex flavors...
Beautifully balanced, deliciously fruity and nicely spiced with oak, this concentrated wine has everything going for it. Moderate tannins shape the tempting fruit, cinnamon and...
Though well-structured, this white is also elegant, featuring lemon cake, apple, vanilla and clove flavors. Builds to a long, citrus peel-infused aftertaste. Best from 2024...
Alluring, with silky, yet persistent cherry, Damson plum and raspberry fruit flavors laced with a very perfumed red tea note. Flashes of anise and mulling...
Milk chocolate, butterscotch and black cherry dominate the nose on this deep-violet-colored wine. Rich flavors of black plum, black cherry, chocolate-covered espresso bean and lavender...
The Cockburn 2017 has resinous, forest floor aromas with bergamot notes mingling with rockrose scents. Fresh, mineral notes are evocative of eucalyptus and anise. The...
Henriot Brut Souverain offers a rich and diversified aromatic range that gives it a beautiful complexity. Each cru expresses itself in a unique and dynamic...
Smooth and polished, but still dense and concentrated, with spiced plum, red fruit and heavy licorice and fennel seed nuances, plus Earl Grey tea, dried...
The 2017 vintage showcases incredible concentration from this warm-weather vintage: Notes of ripe black fruit, dark chocolate, and sweet bay are lifted and enjoyed with...
Lush and expansive, this Cabernet of dark fruits, chocolate basil and rich spices envelopes the nose and palate. Mouthwatering and lengthy, this wine delivers an...
Ripe flavors of plum, black cherry and blackberry highlight this dense red, whose lively structure brings an energetic feel. Earth, iron, eucalyptus and spice notes...
Distinctly fruity, this red features black cherry, blackberry, plum, licorice, cedar and oak spice aromas and flavors. A supple version, with terrific balance and a...
A freshly plowed humus note pokes out first, with further coaxing in the glass revealing dense black currant, fig and blackberry paste flavors. On the...
This full-bodied red wine has a deep purple color, with fresh dark fruit, menthol and baking spice aromas. Ripe tannins support the firm black fruits...
Delivers a lovely burst of boysenberry and mulberry puree flavors that glide through, marrying well with judicious accents of glossy toast, anise, sweet tobacco and...
The wine opens with aromas of crushed raspberries and wild cherries kissed with sweet spice and complemented by dried flowers. Elegant and supple on the...
A red with depth and concentration, but also a sense of poise and finesse. Fine-grained tannins and velvety texture carry flavors of creamed black cherry...
