Silky, elegant Provence red with blackberry, plum, cherry, violet, white pepper, licorice and smoky herbs. Fresh, balanced palate with fine tannins and a long, savory finish. Highly regarded by drinkers (4.2/5 Vivino) for its depth, freshness and refineme
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.
RIISE “Peace” 2022: I’m not finding a verified professional score for this vintage yet. The 2021 earned 97 Jeb Dunnuck/95 Wine Advocate, showing the wine’s signature profile of ripe black fruit, pepper, savory meat, concentration and length.
RIISE “Fermin” Reserve 2022 earns 98 points Jeb Dunnuck. A Syrah/Petite Sirah blend showing decadent blackberry, melted chocolate, graphite and peppery herbs. Full-bodied and plush, with sweet tannins and a long finish; built for 10–15 years.
Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage 2023 earns 99 Wine Advocate, 96–98 Jeb Dunnuck, 97 Decanter and 94–96 Vinous. Floral and elegant, with dark berries, violet, cherry, graphite and spice, refined tannins, lively acidity and exceptional length.
