Giovanni Rosso Barolo 2020: JS 95, WS 93, JD 92, Vinous 90 (avg. 92.5). Elegant, classic Nebbiolo with cherry, raspberry, rose, orange peel, spice and tar. Fine tannins, balanced structure. Drink now with decanting or cellar to 2035+.
Castello di Ama 2021 Chianti Classico GS wines rated 95–100 pts by top critics. Bellavista up to 100, La Casuccia ~98, San Lorenzo ~99. Powerful, refined Sangiovese with high acidity/tannins and long aging potential.
Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge “Lulu et Lucien” 2023 earns 92–94 pts. Critics praise its classic Mourvèdre-driven profile: black fruit, violets, herbs, spice, mineral depth and refined tannins. Approachable young, but best from 2027 with 15–20+ years of agi
Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino 2018 earned strong critical acclaim: WE 95, JS 94, WS 94, WA 94. Critics praised its cherry fruit, mineral depth, tobacco and earthy complexity, firm tannins, and aging potential through 2045.
After building the highly successful Realm Cellars in Napa Valley, vintner Juan Mercado set his sights on Paso Robles with the vision of cultivating a globally respected wine brand.
