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Deep red with purple hues, the St-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Le Vau Renou has ripe f... Deep red with purple hues, the St-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Le Vau Renou has ripe fruit aromas with hints of delicate spices. Full-bodied with an elegant structure and long finish on the palate, it is a beautifully balanced wine. The 2018 St Nicolas de... more

Ripe aromas of blackberry and maraschino cherry. Vanilla accents, dark chocola... Ripe aromas of blackberry and maraschino cherry. Vanilla accents, dark chocolate, aromatic herbs, layered complexity and a lingering finish. A powerful style, yet open too, boasting black cherry, blackberry, cedar, iron and tobacco flavors. Dense, but... more

The Eggo Franco is produced, like many of their wines, with grapes from Tupung... The Eggo Franco is produced, like many of their wines, with grapes from Tupungato Winelands in Gualtallary. It fermented in cement eggs with some stems and with 50% of the wine kept in contact with skins for some three to four months, then pressed and... more

The ruby red color with flashes of garnet heralds a bouquet with a powerful im... The ruby red color with flashes of garnet heralds a bouquet with a powerful impact, characterized by intense notes of wild berries, black cherry, and Mediterranean scrub and intriguing hints of mint, rosemary, peppercorn and tobacco. Attractive aromas... more

The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, wi... The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, with wholly absorbing and intriguing flavors of wood smoke, boysenberry, vanilla, milk chocolate, and cherry cola, with sweet tannins that finish on notes of ripe raspberry and... more

This wine has a bright color, with violet tones and a nice hue. On the nose is... This wine has a bright color, with violet tones and a nice hue. On the nose is fresh, focused, with notes of thyme, jarilla and ripe blackberries. Tannins are velvety, but firm, meaty and of a great length. A round, juicy red with blackberry, cherry,... more

Broodingly deep ruby in color, 2016 Steady State shows fragrant notes of cassi... Broodingly deep ruby in color, 2016 Steady State shows fragrant notes of cassis buds, ripe red and black cherries, as well as warm, complex aromas of blackberry brambles, wild rosemary, and lavender. Intense and focused on the palate, the tannins are... more

The 2020 Château Chauvin offers up a vivid purple hue as well as a meaty, pow... The 2020 Château Chauvin offers up a vivid purple hue as well as a meaty, powerful nose of ripe black cherries, roasted herbs, jus de viande, graphite, and a terrific sense of minerality. Showing more floral nuances with time in the glass, it's medium... more

From old vines in the lieu-dit of Lisagathe (name after daughters Lisa and Aga... From old vines in the lieu-dit of Lisagathe (name after daughters Lisa and Agathe), this is the most pedigreed and ageworthy wine from the Hureau lineup. Located on the hillside, just above the Chateau du Hureau and its cave The 2019 Lisagathe is a... more

Deep ruby-red color. The nose is complex and fruity, with vegetal hints. Prono... Deep ruby-red color. The nose is complex and fruity, with vegetal hints. Pronounced hints of red berry fruit – as black cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant – and of green pepper. In the mouth it is rich and pleasant, with a good balance between... more

Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherr... Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherry, mocha, with subtle hints of mint and floral. This Cabernet is graceful and elegant with black cherry flavors on the entry. On the palate, this wine is luscious in the... more

Rich, opulent, and forward on fruit. Punches above its weight for body, struct... Rich, opulent, and forward on fruit. Punches above its weight for body, structure, and density. A full bodied, powerful red from Bolgheri that many Super Tuscans aspire to be. Fresh and fruity with herbs, such as basil and parsley, complementing the... more

Attractive aromas of plums and chocolate with some hazelnut. Dusty undertones.... Attractive aromas of plums and chocolate with some hazelnut. Dusty undertones. Medium-bodied with fine and polished tannins and a succulent finish. Hints of orange peel at the end. Drinkable, but better in 2024. The 2020 Château Peymouton is based on... more

Cassis, ripe black cherries, candied violets, spring flowers, and chocolate no... Cassis, ripe black cherries, candied violets, spring flowers, and chocolate notes all emerge from the 2017 Cabernet Franc, which is beautifully balanced and has medium-bodied richness and depth as well as plenty of silky tannins. It's young and tight,... more

Campo di Camagi is one of the three labels of 100% Cabernet Franc produced by ... Campo di Camagi is one of the three labels of 100% Cabernet Franc produced by Andrea Franchetti from 2014, who wanted to devote the utmost attention to this historic grape of Bordeaux, enhancing its characteristics in relation to three different... more

Dark spices, blackberries, warm stones and hints of black vanilla, walnut and ... Dark spices, blackberries, warm stones and hints of black vanilla, walnut and oyster sauce. Tannins are tight and chewy on the medium- to full-bodied palate and need some time to soften. Better in 2025 but already delicious. The 2020 de Bel-Air has a... more

A subtle, lush bouquet. A veritable infusion of red fruits on the palate, with... A subtle, lush bouquet. A veritable infusion of red fruits on the palate, with light, spicy notes. A delicate and supple wine. It would go well with a tartar of red tuna and red berries; but also with Grison beef marinated in olive oil and lemon; or,... more

Campo di Tenaglia (100% Cabernet Franc) is a 0.8-hectare vineyard grown on 8 f... Campo di Tenaglia (100% Cabernet Franc) is a 0.8-hectare vineyard grown on 8 feet of crumbled limestone. The vines grow facing the sunset at 500 meters of altitude. This rainy year cabernet franc is showing a brilliant and intrepid sort of ripeness.... more

This is a wine that has a broad brush of tannins that give energy and subtle t... This is a wine that has a broad brush of tannins that give energy and subtle texture to the palate. Beautiful blue fruit and terracotta. Really fine-grained tannins. Beautiful, sweet fruit at the finish. One of the best I have had from here. Really... more

The Barrel Sample for this wine is under 14% Abv. An array of fresh dark and b... The Barrel Sample for this wine is under 14% Abv. An array of fresh dark and blue-fruit aromas, together with hints of baking spices, chocolate and crushed rocks. Full-bodied and compact with firm, polished tannins and delicious, succulent fruit.... more