On the nose, cloves, blackberries, allspice and plums with hints of sweet vanilla. Persiminons, figs and brambly black fruit dominate the palate. The rich and full bodied mouth feel gives way to an elegant tannin structure and a long, smooth finish.
High altitude cabernet vineyards that have a longer ripening period give rise to this phenomenal wine. Loads of blackcurrants with cedar wood undertones on the nose with a hint of smokiness and tobacco leaf, creating a complex wine.
The world's first champagne specifically created to be enjoyed on ice. Combining fun fresh & free sensations while remaining true to the Moet & Chandon style distinguished by its bright fruitiness its seductive palate & its elegant maturity.
Nose is smoky, slightly herbal & marked by sweet cedar & vanilla-tinged oak, it also offers great cassis & blackberry fruit. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, the flavors are kept nicely in check by fine-grained tannins. - Wine Advocate
Forks & Corks 2023 Silver Award Winner
92 pts Wine Spectator
Steely and full of snappy acidity, with accents of red apple, gingerbread, and lemon tart that build richness and plushness on the lingering finish.
RP: 93. Aromas of red rose and crushed strawberries with a smooth, round palate and flavors of Japanese plum, warm cherry, and milk chocolate. A hint of creme de cassis and soft currant linger on the finish.
WE: 93. Aromas of ripe blueberries, juicy black plums and blackberries with a hint of dark chocolate. On the palate, generous flavors of dense fruit, dried herbs and warm spices with polished tannins.
94pts Wine Enthusiast
Gently oaky, with some brown butter, ample lemon peel, and some vaguely tropical elements of guava and papaya. There’s good acidity here, with a nice, long, minerally finish.
A unique combination of two bourbon mashbills – a smooth wheated and a traditional ryed – for a balanced sweetness and spice. Smooth notes of honey, vanilla, and caramel.
Quite youthful on the nose, with barley, vanilla, and finally nectarines. Smooth and medium-bodied, with floral notes, custard, and milk chocolate. A relatively short finish, with sappy oak.
Balanced and elegant, the wine begins with aromas of stone fruits, ripe pear, and brioche. Tropical notes of mango complement fresh Chardonnay fruit and limestone on the palate. Finely structured and delicate, the wine has a light, dry finish.
WA 95 : 62% CabSauv, 18% CabFranc, 13% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot; deep purple-black; blackcurrants, blueberry, blackberry, camphor, black soil, truffles, crushed rocks and red roses. Full and rich, finely grained tannins and finishing long and earthy.
Intense nose of raspberry jam boiled sweets & hot berry fruit infusions. The palate has raspberry ripple creaminess balanced by the sweet spice of rye & wheat grain vodka & lifted by crisp citrus notes. Finishes with hints of pepper & wild raspberry cane.
JS 92:
Deliciously savory, with notes of tar, dark chocolate, olives, currants and sun-dried tomatoes. Medium-bodied with fine, almost silky tannins, accompanied by bright acidity and salty minerality. Fresh finish. Drink now or hold.
On the nose intense & complex with sensual hints of violet flowers & ripe pulpy red fruit, as if a preserve. Smooth yet balanced in the richness of flavor & structure. Floral notes complemented by flavors of cherry, blackberry & blueberry preserve.
