Collection
White Burgundy
Chassagne-Montrachet, Chateau de la Maltroye, FR, 2022Situated in Chassagne-Montrachet in the south of the Cote d'Or, Chateau de la Maltroye has been a family property since 1939. It is easily recognizable by its 18th century, glazed tile roof. The vineyard encompasses over 32 acres in Chassagne-Montrachet
Bordeaux
Château d'Issan, Margaux, FR, 2021 (MAGNUM OWC)96 Points James Suckling
93 Points Jeff Leve, The Wine Insider
White Burgundy
Chassagne-Montrachet "Vieilles Vignes", Vincent Girardin, FR, 2022Very typical perfumed nose, much more intense than the preceding wines. Much richer fruit. The mid- palate is very luscious with strong acids & some orange peel accents. It has power but isn’t too heavy. Long, high acid & persistent fruit on the finish.
Red Blend
Rhône Blend “Jovian”, Riise, Paso Robles, CA, 202196 Points - JD
95 Points - TWP
94 Points - WA
94 Points - Vinous
Other Reds
Rhône Blend “Doyen”, Riise, Paso Robles, CA, 2021After 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.
Bordeaux Blanc
Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Grand Cru Classé de Graves, Pessac-Léognan, FR, 202098pts Wine Enthusiast
97pts James Suckling
95pts Wine Advocate
95pts Decanter
95pts Wine Spectator
Bourbon
Bourbon, "Murray Hill Club" Joseph Magnus, 750mLToasty, buttery notes of vanilla and char, with layers of spiced, dried fruits through the finish
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc, Chappellet, Napa Valley, CA, 202294 Points - JD
94 Points - TWI
93 Points - JS
92 Points - WA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon “Ceanda”, Vineyard 29, Napa Valley, CA, 202195 Points Wine Advocate
94 Points Vinous
93 Points Jeb Dunnuck
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir "Wildrose Vineyard", DuMOL, Sonoma, CA, 2023Deep fruit compote, juicy, vibrant, with savory elements like fennel and tarragon emerging with air.
Bordeaux Blend
Château D'Armailhac, Pauillac, FR, 2022 (MAGNUM)96 Points Jeb Dunnuck
95 Points Decanter
94 Points Wine Enthusiast
94 Points Jane Anson
Bordeaux Blend
Château Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, FR 2022 (MAGNUM)97 Points Decanter
96-97 Points James Suckling
95-97 Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend
Château Lagrange, Saint-Julien, FR, 2022 (MAGNUM)96 Points Decanter
95 Points Jeb Dunnuck
95 Points James Suckling
Champagne
Champagne "Réserve Brut", Telmont, Épernay, FR, NV (MAGNUM)Nose is marked by floral notes of a blooming orange tree, a light & herbal sweetness. Like biting into a fresh peach, a fruity crispness on the palate evolves toward more subtle aromas of Earl Grey and bergamot. An exquisite balance between tension & supp
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon "Louis Bovet Reserve", Round Pond Estate, Napa Valley, CA, 2021Wine Enthusiast 95 Points
Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
Wine Spectator 94 Points
Wine Advocate 93 Points
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon “Coombsville”, Paul Hobbs, Napa Valley, CA, 2022James Suckling 97 Points
Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
Vinous 93 Points
Wine Advocate 93 Points
Wine Spectator 93 Points
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Sigrid", Bergström Winery, Willamette Valley, OR, 2021Medley of key lime lemon zest & yuzu. Beyond the citrus nose with green banana honeydew & cardamom. Aromatic expression carries through on the palate where it finds balance with flaky pie crust & creamy richness. Layered with oak spice & balanced acidity.
Burgundy
Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Mont Des Oiseaux", Domaine de L'arlot, FR, 2020 (Géraldine Godot)From the young 25 year+ vines of 1er Cru Clos de L’Arlot in clay-limestone soil.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, Larkmead, Napa Valley, CA, 2021Wine Enthusiast 97 Points
Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
Wine Spectator 94 Points
Bordeaux
Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Léognan, FR, 202196pts Vinous
96pts Decanter
96pts James Suckling
95pts Wine Advocate
95pts Jane Anson
95pts The Wine Cellar Insider
95pts The Wine Independent
94pts Jeb Dunnuck
93pts Wine Spectator
Burgundy
Vosne-Romanée "Vielles Vignes", Michel Magnien, Burgundy, FR, 2021 (4th generation family winemaker)90pts Burghound
Nose is comprised by notes of exotic tea plum & anise along with a subtle floral hint. There is again very good richness volume & vibrancy to the medium-bodied flavors that conclude in a youthfully austere balanced & sneaky long finale.