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"Blend: 52% Cabernet Franc, 43% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich and explosi... "Blend: 52% Cabernet Franc, 43% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich and explosive in feel, the 2021 Cheval Blanc is outrageously beautiful. For the first time since 2011, the Grand Vin is more than 50% Cabernet Franc. Black cherry, plum, chocolate,... more

"Blend: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot I continue to love... "Blend: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot I continue to love the 2016 Rauzan-Ségla, a thrillingly complete, flawlessly balanced, and borderline perfect Margaux that should be snatched up by readers. Notes of cassis, graphite,... more

"Using a more traditional blend, C des Carmes Haut-Brion focuses on Merlot sub... "Using a more traditional blend, C des Carmes Haut-Brion focuses on Merlot subtly complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is in the spotlight here, offering an elegant range of aromas. Drunk young, the wine develops a crisp intensity which... more

"The 2021 achieves a balance of fruit and floral notes which is simply astound... "The 2021 achieves a balance of fruit and floral notes which is simply astounding. The nose announces itself with an enticing flourish of wild strawberry, its exuberance reined in by a hint of fresh rose petal. The floral notes unfurl at their... more

"The 2021 Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico is a splendid limpid shade of ruby re... "The 2021 Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico is a splendid limpid shade of ruby red. On the nose it begins with fruity notes of berries and other red fruits such as cherries and plums. The floral aspects are very evident and as always dominated by... more

"#24 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023The 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva expresses... "#24 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023The 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva expresses classic cypress, black cherry, vanilla with subtle spice on the nose. This was an ideal vintage with a cool growing season, developing exceedingly rare bright and focused... more

"The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva exudes aromas of cedar, cypress, and rose, ... "The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva exudes aromas of cedar, cypress, and rose, accompanied by raspberry and vanilla bean. On the palate, flavors of bright strawberries and cherry liquor dominate followed by secondary flavors of cacao and coconut.... more

"The aromas are typical of a warm vintage. Black fruit mingles with notes of g... "The aromas are typical of a warm vintage. Black fruit mingles with notes of garrigue and pepper. The minty freshness holds the aromatic ensemble well. The attack is opulent. The power and density of the wine are remarkable, and the mouth lingers... more

"A generous vintage, loyal reflection of its climatic conditions, expressing t... "A generous vintage, loyal reflection of its climatic conditions, expressing the unique nature of each parcel. Blend: 52% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon One of the most profound wines of the vintage is the 2023 Cheval Blanc, a... more

"The immediate impression of this wine is power. Layered aromas of rose petals... "The immediate impression of this wine is power. Layered aromas of rose petals, ripe plum and white pepper spice are prominent on the nose. Enticing flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate and licorice explode on the palate upon first taste. Subtle... more

"The 2021 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in the glass with pu... "The 2021 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in the glass with purple hues. The rich bouquet of spiced black plum and cocoa nib are balanced with aromas of fresh earth and crushed flint. Intense and opulent flavors of ripe blackberry,... more

"Once again Grand Puy Lacoste 2021 is made up from a great majority of Caberne... "Once again Grand Puy Lacoste 2021 is made up from a great majority of Cabernet Sauvignon, (85%) which is responsible for its impressive texture and the expression of the fine terroir. The wine has a deep ruby colour. The nose is of red fruit,... more

"The color is very concentrated in tones of purple violet. The nose is impress... "The color is very concentrated in tones of purple violet. The nose is impressive by its complexity and intensity: charming notes of black current, red fruits, enhanced by a slight touch of vanilla and flowers. In the mouth, the attack is rich with... more

"The 2019 vintage is alluring because of its discreet elegance. It is as if th... "The 2019 vintage is alluring because of its discreet elegance. It is as if the winemaker sensed the appeal of revealing its photo in black and white while leaving a tantalizing graininess. It emits an aura of mystery, a veil of modesty that creates... more

"Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2022 displays signature elegance and freshness,... "Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2022 displays signature elegance and freshness, despite the vintage’s solar character. A deep red-purple hue and ripe black fruit, spices and lightly toasted wood aromas shine through in the wine. A generous and juicy... more

"A bright yet deep red, denoting a young wine. On the nose it is clean and fra... "A bright yet deep red, denoting a young wine. On the nose it is clean and fragrant, with aromatic complexity — there are fruity aromas of blackberry, red plum and figs, along with floral hints (of wild rose) and spiced notes of clove and bay leaf.... more

"Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot ... "Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot The 2023 Château Margaux is fabulous. Sensual, silky and exceptionally polished, the 2023 Château Margaux is shaping up to be a classic. Seamless, silky tannins wrap... more

"A tribute to Clos Du Val's founding matriarch, Henrietta Goelet, Yettalil is ... "A tribute to Clos Du Val's founding matriarch, Henrietta Goelet, Yettalil is the fullest expression of their Stags Leap District Estate. This wine opens with fresh aromas of black cherry, cassis, fresh thyme, and spice. On the palate, lively... more

"Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 7% Cabernet Franc... "Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 7% Cabernet Franc The 2016 Gloria is one of the undisputed stars of this vintage. Rich, deep and explosive, the 2016 possesses tremendous intensity in all of its dimensions. Sweet red... more

"\"The wine explodes in mouth with much freshness. It is neat, simple and well... "\"The wine explodes in mouth with much freshness. It is neat, simple and well-balanced. Blend: 85% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon\" Pure perfection in a glass and unquestionably one of the great vintages for this cuvée, the 2015... more