Collection
Other Reds
Red Blend "Preludio Barrel Select Lot 108", Familia Deicas, Juanico Canelones, UY, 2017PRELUDIO is traditionally made with 5 varieties: 42% Tannat, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, 13% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot & 3% Marselan.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, Convene by Dan Kosta, Russian River Valley, CA, 2021A crisp, nuanced Chardonnay with judicious use of oak barrels. Aromas of zest of Meyer lemon, apple skin, and river stone. On the palate pear, mandarin orange, lemon curd with a clean minerally finish.
Champagne
Champagne "Cuvee D" Devaux, FR, NV93pts James Suckling
90pts Decanter
90pts Vinous
90pts Wine Spectator
90pts Wine Enthusiast
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Pont De Chevalier", Knights Bridge, Knights Valley, CA, 201991pts Wine Enthusiast
91pts Wine Spectator
Cordials/Liqueurs
Cordial, Grand Marnier, 1LTASTING NOTES
Color: Bright topaz, brilliant with gold & amber tints.
Aroma: Attractive orange notes with nuances of candied zests; vanilla flavors from the cognac.
Flavor: Full & ample; bitter oranges aromas balanced by cognac notes of hazelnuts & tof
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, ZA, 2023JS 93 Pts
Decanter 94 Pts
Michael's Picks
The 2023 Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir is characterized by ripe red fruit, including raspberries and cherries, with subtle earthy and spicy notes.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, Far Niente, Napa Valley, CA 2023Richly aromatic with bright notes of citrus melon & pear. These same enchanting notes continue onto the palate with a silky entry that slowly builds to a long finish with lingering citrus. Crisp minerality & juicy acidity lift & support the generous fruit
Amarone
Amarone della Valpolicella "Classico", Buglioni, Veneto, IT, 2020Here's an Amarone that knows its role and plays it perfectly, like a veteran performer nailing every classic note. Rich and chewy, with all the signature moves in place, it delivers exactly what the audience expects with confident precision. This is wine
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon “Iron Corral”, Hess Collection, Napa Valley, CA, 2021Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7.5% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot, 1.5% Petite Sirah
White Burgundy
Saint Romain Sous Le Chateau, Jean Baptiste Jessiaume, Burgundy, FR, 2021Coloured with golden reflections, its nose has sweet, floral and fresh almond aromas. It combines freshness with tenseness and spicy notes on the palate.
Bourbon
Bourbon, George Remus, 750mLAroma: Sweet, with notes of maple and vanilla
Taste: Hint of vanilla and a sweet-yet-characteristic rye flavor
Finish: Smooth, long finish, giving way to the subtle vanilla sweetness
Scotch
Scotch, "Sherry Cask" Glenfiddich, 12 Year, 750mlMatured for 12 years in American and European Oak Sherry casks before finishing in Amontillado casks for a distinctively rich and refined depth of flavor.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, "Gaspare" Black Stallion Estate, Napa Valley, CA, 202291 Points - WA
Bordeaux
Château Phélan Ségur, Saint-Estèphe, FR, 202396 Points - JS
95 Points Jeb Dunnuck
95 Points - Decanter
94 Points - Vinous
Bordeaux Blanc
"Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc" Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Leognan, FR, 202397 Points - Vinous
Sangiovese
Chianti Classico "Riserva", Marchese Antinori, Chianti, IT, 202295 Points James Suckling
95 Points Wine Spectator
Bordeaux
Château Haut-Bergey, Pessac-Léognan, FR, 2020 (Paul Garcin & François Prouteau) (OWC Magnum)95pts James Suckling
93pts Wine Enthusiast
91pts Wine Spectator
90pts Decanter
90pts Wine Advocate
Michael's Picks
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Hyde Vineyard", Stringer Cellars, Napa Valley, CA, 202095pts Wine Independent
93pts James Suckling
91pts Jeb Dunnuck
Last Chance
Champagne Rosé, "Mosaique Rosé" Jacquart, FR, NVForks & Corks 2023 Gold Medal Winner
92pts Decanter
Subtle nose with autolytic notes followed by red flowers, strawberry and raspberry. Fresh and complex, with chalky texture and long finish.
Bourbon
Bourbon, Willett "Pot Still Reserve", 750mlNose is "vanilla lemon cake." The palate is a balance of caramel, vanilla, spices and citrus. I'm not sure if they made the opulent bottle to match the Whiskey or vice versa.