Collection
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir "L'Ensemble" Nicolas-Jay, Willamette Valley, OR, 20222022 Nicolas-Jay “L’Ensemble” Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley): highly rated, averaging ~94 pts. Scores: Decanter 95, James Suckling 94, Jeb Dunnuck 94, Wine Spectator 93, Wine Enthusiast 93, Vinous 92. Silky, floral, red-fruited, mineral; ages 8–12+ years.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, CA, 2023Chateau Montelena Chardonnay Napa Valley 2023: Classic, restrained Napa Chardonnay with Meyer lemon, green apple, minerality & crisp acidity. Burgundy-inspired, lightly oaked, age-worthy style. Early reviews are strong; expect 92–95 pt range as major crit
Sparkling
Sparkling "Blanc de Blanc" Round Pond Estate, Russian River Valley, CA, 2021Made in the Méthode Champenoise, this Blanc de Blancs aged en tirage for 18 months before being disgorged. Beautifully juicy and refreshing with delicate bubbles and a rich mouthfeel.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Proprietor Selection", Rombauer Vineyards, Carneros, CA, 20232023 Rombauer Proprietor Selection Chardonnay (Carneros): JS 94, WA 94, WS 93, Vinous 90 (avg. 92.8). Rich, barrel-selected Chardonnay with peach, nectarine, pineapple, citrus, vanilla, minerality and creamy texture balanced by vibrant acidity and a long
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "East Block", Knights Bridge, Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA 2018East Block produces a fragrant, pure, lifted style of Chardonnay, a singular vineyard expression that favors elegance over power. Enticing scents of freesia, Anjou pear, and honey follow through on the palate, combining with hints of
sweet oak and flint.
Merlot
Merlot, Plumpjack, Napa Valley, CA, 2022Vinous 93 Points
James Suckling 92 Points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 91 Points
Bourbon
Bourbon "10yr", Widow Jane, 750mlAroma: Vanilla, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cream
Taste: Orange, Maple, Cherry, Almond
Finish: Charred oak, Spice
Tequila
Tequila "Anejo", Casamigos, 1LNOM 1609
Color: Rich Caramel
Aroma: Soft caramel and vanilla notes.
Flavor: Perfect balance of sweetness from the Blue Weber agaves layered with hints of spice and barrel oak.
Tequila
Tequila, Artenom "Seleccion De 1414" Reposado, MX, 750mLTruly making an ART of their NOM, Tequila Artenom features expressions of unique altitudes, heritage, agave cultivation and distillation techniques.
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc, Anthonij Rupert, Franschhoek, ZA, 2019Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Franc 2019 shows rich dark fruit, cocoa, tobacco, herbs and spice with fine tannins and integrated French oak. Critics call it structured, polished, Bordeaux-style in profile, with strong aging potential (8–15+ years) but slightly
Bordeaux
Château Fombrauge, Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Émilion, FR, 2020 (Bernard Magrez) (Magnum)95pts Wine Enthusiast
94pts James Suckling
94pts Jeb Dunnuck
92pts Vinous
92pts Wine Spectator
91pts Decanter
90pts Wine Advocate
Riesling
Riesling, Joh. Jos. Prum, Spatlese, Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Germany 2022Classic, young Prum leesiness. Flavors are spicy with depth and purity. Very versatile and pairs well with different dishes including seafood, poultry, and Asian cuisine.
Tequila
Tequila, 123 Anejo, 750mLAroma: cooked agave, toasted oak, warm tobacco
Palate: vanilla, caramel, baking chocolate, toasted oak, cracked pepper
Finish: Lasting and warm
Rye
Rye Whiskey, "Batch #3 Straight Rye Bonded Whiskey" Laws, 750mLAROMAS:
Cherry cola, honey, and black currant
FLAVORS:
Hazelnut, mint, green mango, melon, and serrano pepper with a lingering finish of start anise and sage
Bordeaux
Chateau Phelan Segur, Saint Estephe, FR, 2016Château Phélan Ségur Saint-Estèphe 2016 shows cassis, blackberry, black cherry, graphite, cedar, tobacco and spice. Full-bodied with firm refined tannins, vibrant acidity and mineral tension. Rated 94–97 pts, powerful, precise and age-worthy Bordeaux.
Bordeaux
Chateau Phelan Segur, St. Estephe, FR, 2015Château Phélan Ségur Saint-Estèphe 2015 shows cassis, blackberry, plum, graphite, cedar, tobacco and cocoa. Full-bodied with ripe tannins, balanced acidity and mineral depth. Rated 93–96 pts, rich, structured and age-worthy Left Bank Bordeaux.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, "Deux Chevaux", Tamber Bey, CA, 202390 Point - Wine Advocate
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast