2019 Trimbach Gewürztraminer (Alsace): 90–92 pts (JS 92, WS 91, WE 90, WA 89). Dry, classic style with lychee, rose, citrus, spice, and mineral freshness. Balanced, food-friendly, and age-worthy, drinking well now through about 2029.
Trimbach Pinot Noir Réserve 2022 is vibrant and elegant, with cherry, blackberry, licorice, spice and subtle earth. Velvety tannins and bright acidity lead to a fresh, savory finish. 93 JS | 90 WA | 90 Vinous.
RP 94Pts.
This is serious & young but balanced, nuanced & complex. They are shortening the time in oak, as they feel they have better & younger barrels & think the wines need less time in oak & more time in bottle.
Grgich Hills Estate Grown Zinfandel 2019 is an elegant Napa Zin with blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, cocoa, pepper, and baking spice. Silky tannins, bright acidity, and a long finish. 93 WE, 92 JS, 91 WS.
2013 R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Reserva scores ~93–95 pts (Suckling 95, WA 93+). Classic traditional Rioja: long oak aging, savory red fruit, leather, spice, high acidity, structured tannins. Elegant, complex, built for aging (best ~2024–2035).
Coloured with golden reflections, its nose has sweet, floral and fresh almond aromas. It combines freshness with tenseness and spicy notes on the palate.
Martinelli “Giuseppe & Luisa” Zinfandel 2023 (Russian River Valley) scores 93–94 pts from Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck, and Wine Advocate. Rich black cherry/raspberry fruit, pepper, cedar, and mocha notes with bright acidity, structure, and aging potential
J.J. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett shows light peach and apricot on the nose with expressive acidity, stone fruit and deep minerality on the palate.
Deep red color, powerful & elegant aromas with notes of cherry and blackberry, as well as hints of cedarwood.
Beautiful balance between structure & softness with a long aftertaste reminiscent of fruit syrups & mild spices
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV earned 97 Tasting Panel, 94 Wine Enthusiast, and 93-point scores from Wine Spectator and James Suckling. Lemon, green apple, brioche, toasted almond, and chalky minerality shine with fine bubbles and vibrant acidity.
