Forks & Corks 2023 Best of Show Sparkling
Made in the traditional Champagne method over four long years, Sprankel eventually arrived in time for the festive season.
Pretty notes of spices, liquorice, white pepper, golden & purple. The aromas evolve towards precious woods & an ash side. Fresh & greedy attack. An explosion of violet & spices. Sustained & silky tannins. The presence of mourvèdre brings depth & freshness
From one of the oldest Zinfandel vineyards in Napa Valley. This is not your typical Zin. This wine is structured, balanced and incredibly elegant. On the nose and upon entry, the wine is a seamless transition of rich, ripe raspberry, cedar, allspice and c
A 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.
JS 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.
93 Points - James Suckling
Richly 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
Coloured with golden reflections, its nose has sweet, floral and fresh almond aromas. It combines freshness with tenseness and spicy notes on the palate.
Forks & 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.
