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3 Rings Reserve Shiraz 2004	Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia	Red Wine	96	Vintage Comments : Classic Barossa vintage conditions. An average wet Spring followed by extreme heat in early February. Occasional rainfall events kept the vines in good balance up to harvest in late March 2004. Very good quality coupled with good average yields. More than 30 months in wood followed by six months tank maturation of the blend prior to bottling, July 2007.
Abreu Vineyards Cappella 2007	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Cappella is a proprietary blend of two clones of Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The gravelly soil at Cappella produces fruit that is very elegant in structure. The resulting wine exhibits beautiful purity of fruit with fine grained and lengthy tannins.
Abreu Vineyards Cappella 2010	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	Cappella is one of the oldest vineyard sites in St. Helena. Six acres that sit alongside a Catholic cemetery on the west side of town, it was first planted in 1869. In the 1980s the church asked David to tear out the old vines, then he watched as the land lay fallow for close to two decades. When he finally got the chance to replant, he jumped. He'd tasted fruit from Cappella in the 70s. He knew what kind of wine it could make. But that first replant was ill-fated thanks to diseased rootstock, and once again he was ripping out vines. “It took us six years before we had a crop. We could have ignored it, pulled the vines out one by one as they collapsed. But then we'd have all these different ripening patterns, which would impact consistency. It was an easy decision.”
Abreu Vineyards Howell Mountain 2008	Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	When David purchased this Howell Mountain property in 2000 it came with an unexpected perk: first growth redwood stakes dating back over a century. Relics of an earlier era of agriculture. “When the college owned this site they'd burn all the underbrush, including the stakes, to keep it clean. When I came in we found them and set them all aside,” he says. At about 2000 feet elevation, Las Posadas sits above the fog line, surrounded by a protected forest of fir and pine. Red Aiken soils are layered over white tufa, and the rocks that littered the site before it was planted now form walls defining the property. The redwood stakes—collected, stacked, preserved—await their next life.
Abreu Vineyards Howell Mountain 2009	Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	As a set of wines, it is hard to surpass the four cuvees from the estate vineyards of David Abreu. As I have written many times in the past, all of these wines are truly world-class efforts that stand alongside proprietary red wines made from Bordeaux varietals from any appellation in the world.
Abreu Vineyards Las Posadas Howell Mountain 2012	Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	99	At about 2000 feet elevation, Las Posadas sits above the fog line, surrounded by a protected forest of fir and pine. Red Aiken soils are layered over white tufa, and the rocks that littered the site before it was planted now form walls defining the property.
Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 1993	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years and receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.
Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 1996	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years and receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.
Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2003	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.
Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2004	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.
Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2005	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.
Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2009	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	The blend for this cuvee is generally an intriguing combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot with just a tiny dollop of Merlot.
Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2012	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	99	Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. “It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine.”
Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2014	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. "It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine."
Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2015	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	Thorevilos was one of David's favorite haunts as a child. There were no vines then. Just pine trees, redwoods, an old olive grove. And a rusted hog wire hanging from a tree—“Hook Man” in Abreu family lore. These days it's the dirt that engrosses him. White tufa that turns to fine powder when you grind it beneath your foot. Tannish soil peppered with orange-brown pebbles. Streaks of dry, red earth. Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. “It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine.”
Accendo Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Reflecting the outstanding vintage, the captivating nose of this wine shows dark and brooding aromas of cassis,plum and blackberry, touched by exotic notes of lavender, anise, pencil lead and leather. On the palate, rich flavorsof ripe black fruits are wrapped around a firm structure of fine-grained tannins, minerality and beautiful freshnessthat carry on into the long, satisfying finish. Per winemakers Françoise Peschon and Nigel Kinsman: “The consistency ofan exceptional vintage is expressed in the purity, length and fineness of this wine – it is deep and powerful, yet perfectly integrated, seamlessfrom approach to finish, full of plush flavor from ripe fruit, ending with silky tannins and graphite that linger on the palate.”
Agharta Black Label Red 2004	North Coast, California	Red Wine	98	Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn’t noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine.
Agharta Syrah (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2004	North Coast, California	Red Wine	98	Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn't noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine.
Agharta Syrah 2004	North Coast, California	Red Wine	98	"Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn't noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine."
Alain Voge Cornas Vieilles Vignes 2010	Cornas, Rhone, France	Red Wine	99	Cornas "Les Vieilles Vignes" comes from Syrah vineyards, more than 30 years old, on decomposed granite slopes, also alled "gore". This wine is a lighter style, with some good violet and dark red fruit.
Alban Lorraine Estate Syrah 2005	Edna Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	96	The finest Syrah John Alban has yet produced, its inky/ruby/purple hue is accompanied by gorgeously sweet aromas of flowers, blueberries, black raspberries, blackberries, and subtle hints of smoky oak, bacon fat, and licorice.
Alban Pandora 2006	Edna Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	97	White flowers, cloves and mint wrap around layers of plush dark fruit in a sensual, mysterious Grenache of the very highest level. Despite its size, the Pandora is more refined than the straight Grenache.
Alban Pandora 2009	Edna Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	97	White flowers, cloves and mint wrap around layers of plush dark fruit in a sensual, mysterious Grenache of the very highest level. Despite its size, the Pandora is more refined than the straight Grenache.
Alban Pandora 2013	Edna Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	99	In the myth, Pandora is the first woman- the Greek ‘Eve’. She is fashioned out of clay and as you know, handed a vessel that she is instructed not to open. Of course, curiosity forces her to take a look. In that moment, all the challenges of the world are released- much like the effect of the apple in Eden. What is all too often overlooked is that Pandora shuts the vessel in time to retain one attribute: Hope. Naturally as the first woman, she is the source of all hope for mankind.
Alban Reva Estate Syrah 2011	Edna Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	96	Smoke, graphite, iodine and chocolate all show in this full-bodied, concentrated, yet fresh and lively Syrah. It will benefit from short-term cellaring and 15 years of longevity.
Albert Boxler Riesling Grand Cru Brand Kirchberg 2016	Alsace, France	White Wine	98	ne whiff of this might make you want to plunge right into the glass. Once the wine hits your tongue... Nope, zingy lemon, delicate white flowers, rich mineral backbone, beautiful mouthwatering finish, incredible length... (though all true) will not come close to summing up the experience of enjoying this wine. How’s “Buy as much as you can get” for a tasting note? It’s a classic!
Albert Boxler Riesling Grand Cru Sommerberg Eckberg 2016	Alsace, France	White Wine	98	My favorite Riesling in the store (perhaps ever). Zesty, minerally, intensely aromatic, boundlessly deep—my Alsatian ancestry approves!
Albino Rocca Barbaresco Ronchi 2014	Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy	Red Wine	96	Deep garnet red. Intense, frank and fruity on the nose with aromas of cherry, blackberry, vanilla, toasted nuts, sweet spices, complex, balsamic and mineral notes. The palate is rich, soft and fresh with fine tannins and a good persistence.
Aldo Conterno Granbussia Barolo Riserva 2008	Barolo, Piedmont, Italy	Red Wine	96	The Barolo Reserve Granbussia is produced by blending grapes from the oldest vines, from the Romirasco, Cicala, and Colonnello, before fermentation starts, in the following percentages respectively: 70% - 15% - 15%. Naturally these optimal values may vary depending on the year. The Granbussia remains in the cellar for at least 8 years before commercialization. It is produced exclusively in the best years and in limited quantities.
Aldo Conterno Granbussia Barolo Riserva 2009	Barolo, Piedmont, Italy	Red Wine	97	The Barolo Reserve Granbussia is produced by blending grapes from the oldest vines, from the Romirasco, Cicala, and Colonnello, before fermentation starts, in the following percentages respectively: 70% - 15% - 15%. Naturally these optimal values may vary depending on the year. The Granbussia remains in the cellar for at least 8 years before commercialization. It is produced exclusively in the best years and in limited quantities.
Alejandro Bulgheroni Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	Alejandro Bulgheroni Estate Lithology is a series of single vineyard and AVA-designated wines made from select sites within Napa Valley. Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is produced solely from fruit grown in the historic Beckstoffer to Kalon Vineyard planted in 1865 by W.H. Crabb and represents Oakville's famous bench land.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009	Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva 2009	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva (3 Liter) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva (375ML half-bottle) 2009	Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva (6 Liter) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Alphonse Mellot Edmond Sancerre Blanc 2012	Sancerre, Loire, France	White Wine	96	Pale gold yellow in colour with light green sheen - brilliant, bright and clear - a young, honest appearance. A rich and majestic nose. All is rich, ripe and powerful, whether it is fruity or floral. Density, depth and balanced graceful "majestic nature" are established from the outset. Honey, vanilla, lemon, brioche etc., follow each other as if in a daydream, all orchestrated through a new woody tone. Opening it makes it welcoming and tender with crisp plants revealing aniseed, menthol, licorice and spices.
Altesino Montosoli Brunello di Montalcino 2001	Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	96	"Very beautiful aromas of flowers, ripe fruit and crushed blackberries. Full-bodied yet refined. Layers of tannins. Balanced. Montosoli is a great Brunello vinyard. Best after 2008."
Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2004	Spain	Red Wine	96	"The 1,000 case luxury cuvee, the 2004 Aquilon, was fashioned from the winery's oldest vines and best material. Revealing nearly off the chart ripeness, richness, and intensity, it will undoubtedly be controversial, separating traditionalists from more progressive tasters, but I loved it. It will be interesting to see how this tour de force in winemaking ages. It is the vino equivalent of a Hummer four-wheel drive vehicle."
Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2002	Spain	Red Wine	96	"The superb 2002 Aquilon is a selection of old vine Grenache from hillside vineyards. A gorgeously complex perfume of kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, cassis, minerals, flowers, and sweet oak is followed by a full-bodied, massively-endowed, pure, textured, well-balanced wine. Given the limited production and high quality of this fabulous effort, its high price can not be considered unfair. It should drink well for a decade. Australian winemaker Chris Ringland oversees the winemaking at this estate, a superb new discovery by broker Jorge Ordonez. This full-throttle, robust, exuberant, super-concentrated 100% Grenache offering may be the finest wine to ever emerge from this backwater Spanish appellation." - Wine Advocate
Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2006	Spain	Red Wine	96	Dark purple. The nose offers surreal, room-filling perfume of ripe raspberry, blackberry, incense, vanilla and dried flowers. Shockingly understated on the palate, with vibrant red berry, smoked meat and baking spice flavors, silky tannins and crisp mineral bite. There's no excess fat or sweetness here. Finishes with palate-staining intensity and superb focus.
Altos las Hormigas Gualtallary Malbec 2016	Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	96	A solid violet red color reveals a dense, concentrated, compact wine. Notes of spices and minerality make a complex nose. On the palate, a supple entry, dark berries and spices. A very structured and quite wild Malbec, with firm fine-grain tannins, showing its calcareous foundations and columns. The mouth feel is full of thrilling freshness and balance, with a long and persistent finish.
Altos las Hormigas Gualtallary Malbec 2017	Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	96	A solid violet red color reveals a dense, concentrated, compact wine. Notes of spices and minerality make a complex nose. On the palate, a supple entry, dark berries and spices. A very structured and quite wild Malbec, with firm fine-grain tannins, showing its calcareous foundations and columns. The mouth feel is full of thrilling freshness and balance, with a long and persistent finish.
Alvear Pedro Ximenez 1830 Solera (500ML)	Spain	null	97	The 1830 Solera is black with shades of chocolate and mahogany. Persistent aromas of cacao, dates, raisins and figs. On the palate it is dense and unctuous, with reminiscence of raisins, dried figs, tobacco and coffee with an everlasting and elegant finish.
Amapola Creek Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013	Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	The nose on this wine opens with a luscious dollop of blackberry and red, juicy plum. Swirl the glass once or twice, and you will start to uncover darker fruit notes of blackcurrant and a bare hint of pomegranate, accented with subtle notes of oak and toasted vanilla. Take a sip, and the first thing you will notice is a firm acidity that opens quickly onto dark black fruit with just a touch of anise. As your first impression fades, you will find deeply structured tannins that fill the palate, underscoring a finish redolent with chocolate, blueberry preserves, and aged cedar. This wine evolves marvelously over the course of a glass, growing bigger and bolder as it takes in the air. The tannins unfold and show the excellent maturity of the grapes as they were brought in from the vineyard, and the fruit characters gain in intensity, building to an intricate finish that lasts for many minutes.
Amici Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Oakville, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	A gorgeous, fragrant nose of black cherry, plum and dark chocolate is washed with hints of vanilla. The full-throttled palate is reminiscent of blackberry pie along with flavors of concentrated dark fruit and silky chocolate. Hints of clove, cassis and savory herbs pepper throughout the powerful finish.
Amici Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Oakville, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	The power of this heritage vineyard lies in its distinct nose with classic To Kalon aromas of clay loam, wet earth and mint. Additional elevated aromatics feature blueberry jam, rhubarb compote, cassis and sweet tobacco. On the palate, the wine is both precise and dense, with soy, menthol, raspberry cordial and black raspberry jam notes. A powerful wine from start to finish, with powdery, chalky tannins and an impressively long finish.
Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2010	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	Sourced from our Helena Dakota Vineyard on the foothills of Mount St. Helena which rises more than 4,000 feet above sea level. This distinctive, two-peaked mountain remains the heart of an ancient volcanic zone responsible for the complex, mineral-rich soils of Knights Valley and nearby grape-growing districts. The resulting wine shows complex red fruits, floral, coffee, minerality, and elegant tannins.
Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	This 12.4 acre vineyard runs southeast to northwest on the eastern side of scenic Highway 128 and possesses slopes of up to 15 degrees. Prevailing westerly winds pass over a large, cold pond and blow uphill, parallel to the rows of vines. These cooling breezes slow down the ripening of the grapes and result in wines that are packed with elegance, complexity and finesse. This wine offers a flavor profile of complex red fruits, floral, coffee, minerality, and elegant tannins.
Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	The 2017 growing season was defined by plentiful rain in the winter followed by mild conditions in spring and summer. To preserve the natural acidity in the grapes, picking began early on September 12th in the Dakota vineyard. The wines were resting in barrel prior to the Sonoma County Tubbs fire in October, therefore remained unaffected by any smoke taint. The 2017 Helena Dakota expresses perfumed aromatics of violet blossom and blackberry liquor with subtle notes of menthol and dried black currants. The luxurious, silky palate is accompanied by hints of toasted baking spices and tobacco leaf. Each element is beautifully integrated and complimented with velvety tannins and vibrant acidity, for which drive its satisfyingly long finish.
Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96
Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017	Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	The 2017 growing season was defined by plentiful rain in the winter followed by mild conditions in spring and summer. To preserve the natural acidity in the grapes, picking began early on September 6th in the Helena Montana vineyard. The wines were resting in barrel prior to the Sonoma County Tubbs fire in October, therefore remained unaffected by any smoke taint. The 2017 Helena Montana wine possesses a deep-purple core with soft violet hues. Reminiscent of a young Bordeaux, aromatic flavors of fresh raspberry, black cherry and dried bay leaf are framed by French oak-derived nuances of toasted cardamom and vanilla. Well-structured and full-bodied, the wine offers brilliant acidity and refined tannins bringing levity, focus and balance to the long, elegant finish.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2005	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	"The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is showing even better than it did last year, which is not unusual when tasting the wines of Todd Anderson and Mac Sawyer. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, with the classic Pauillac-like nose of creme de cassis, cedar wood, a hint of tobacco leaf, and very subtle smoke, the wine displays charcoal and roasted herbs, full-bodied power, wonderfully sweet tannins, and a long, long finish. This is a 20- to 25-year wine that should just get better and better as it ages, but it is accessible enough to drink now."
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2008	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Estate grown.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2008	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Estate grown.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Dense purple with a reddish-purple edge. Red and black currents, violets and other perfumed flowers, all anchored by fantastic loamy earth and concentrated minerals. Medium to full bodied mouth feel with full mouth aftertaste. Powerful concentrated dark berry fruits are elevated by brighter red fruits but then are counterbalanced by earth, leather and graphite like minerals. The fruit and earth components are so tightly woven that once you grasped one element, the wine moves into another.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (375ML half-bottle) 2005	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	"The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is showing even better than it did last year, which is not unusual when tasting the wines of Todd Anderson and Mac Sawyer. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, with the classic Pauillac-like nose of creme de cassis, cedar wood, a hint of tobacco leaf, and very subtle smoke, the wine displays charcoal and roasted herbs, full-bodied power, wonderfully sweet tannins, and a long, long finish. This is a 20- to 25-year wine that should just get better and better as it ages, but it is accessible enough to drink now."
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (375ML half-bottle) 2009	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	Dense purple with a reddish-purple edge. Red and black currents, violets and other perfumed flowers, all anchored by fantastic loamy earth and concentrated minerals. Medium to full bodied mouth feel with full mouth aftertaste. Powerful concentrated dark berry fruits are elevated by brighter red fruits but then are counterbalanced by earth, leather and graphite like minerals. The fruit and earth components are so tightly woven that once you grasped one element, the wine moves into another.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2007	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge 2005	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	A blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot.
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge 2007	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot
Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge (6.0 Liter Bottle) 2007	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot.
Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 1998	Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France	Red Wine	96	On the nose are aromas of dried flowers, kirsch, blackcurrants, and blackberries, with spice-box, roasted meats, plum, and licorice on the palate. Mouth filling texture, brilliant concentration, and a big finish.
Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 2000	Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France	Red Wine	96	A rich and expressive nose: black currants, blackberries... Powerful and roundness in the mouth: an impressively long finish in the mouth, the tannins are perfectly mellow. There are dominant aromas of undergrowth and leather.
Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 2005	Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France	Red Wine	96	Only produced in great vintages, this is an exceptional fine cuvée with an incomparably long and elegant finish.
Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire (3L) 2007	Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France	Red Wine	96	The Cuvee Centenaire bottling is among the rarest and most sought after wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It is produced from ancient vines planted in 1889. The Centenaire vineyard is planted to roughly 80% Grenache, 12% Mourvedre and 8% Syrah. The Grenache, which is often picked at 16 degrees potential alcohol, is vinified and aged in tank, while the Mourvedre and Syrah are finished in small barrels for up to 24 months. Brunel only makes the Cuvée Centenaire in the finest vintages, otherwise the old-vine fruit is used in the "regular" Les Cailloux bottling.
Andremily Mourvedre 2014	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	96	The 2014 Andremily Mourvedre, the first varietally designated Mourvedre, is terrific blend of 86% Mourvedre from Alta Mesa Vineyard, co-fermented with 14% Syrah from White Hawk Vineyard. The fruit was 30% destemmed, and aged for 23 months in 30% new French barrique. The result of all of this is a full throttle, rich- textured wine with soaring aromatics of spiced meats, chocolate, crushed pepper, and earth. A wine packed with all of the sexiest elements of Mourvedre.
Andremily Syrah No. 1 2012	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	97	The 2012 Andremily No.1 is a 100% delicious Cuvee’ comprised predominantly of Syrah from the Famed White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, and Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon. The Syrah was 5% co-fermented with Viognier, and 70% destemmed. It was bottled after 25 months in French barrique, of which 58% where new. The final cuvee was finished off with a dollop of Mourvedre, serving as the cherry on top.
Andremily Syrah No. 2 (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2013	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	99	Andremily is excited to share with all of you the 2013 Andremily No.2. The No.2, which similar to the first release, is comprised predominantly of Syrah from the Famed White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, and Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon. The Syrah was 4% co-fermented with Viognier, and includes 35% whole cluster. We included 11% Mourvedre in the final blend, which was bottled after 23 months in French barrique, of which 62% where new.
Andremily Syrah No. 2 2013	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	99	Andremily is excited to share with all of you the 2013 Andremily No.2. The No.2, which similar to the first release, is comprised predominantly of Syrah from the Famed White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, and Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon. The Syrah was 4% co-fermented with Viognier, and includes 35% whole cluster. We included 11% Mourvedre in the final blend, which was bottled after 23 months in French barrique, of which 62% where new.
Andremily Syrah No. 3 (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2014	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	96	The 2014 Andremily No.3 is a sensational blend of 89% Syrah, 8% Mourvedre, and 3% Viognier. The fruit sources are White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, and Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon, with the Mourvedre coming from the Alta Mesa Vineyard in the Cuyama Valley. The Syrah was co-fermented with Viognier, and the final blend enjoyed just over 50% whole cluster. Andremily No.3 was raised in 60% new French barrique, and bottled after 23 months, without finning or filtration. This wine exploded from the glass with loads of blue fruit, violet, and spice, a full rich texture, and a generous finish.
Andremily Syrah No. 3 2014	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	96	The 2014 Andremily No.3 is a sensational blend of 89% Syrah, 8% Mourvedre, and 3% Viognier. The fruit sources are White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, and Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon, with the Mourvedre coming from the Alta Mesa Vineyard in the Cuyama Valley. The Syrah was co-fermented with Viognier, and the final blend enjoyed just over 50% whole cluster. Andremily No.3 was raised in 60% new French barrique, and bottled after 23 months, without finning or filtration. This wine exploded from the glass with loads of blue fruit, violet, and spice, a full rich texture, and a generous finish.
Andremily Syrah No. 4 (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2015	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	97	The incredibly sexy 2015 Andremily No.4. is a blend of 90% Syrah, Co-fermented with 6% Viognier, and finished off with a dash of Mourvedre. No.4 enjoyed 22 months in 70% New French Barrique, and was bottled without fining or filtration. The fruit sources for Andremily No.4 are the White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon, as well as the addition of Watch Hill Vineyard in Alisos Canyon to the blend. this baby sure delivers, offering a rich texture, plenty of classic Syrah spice notes, as well as, bushels of black and blue fruit character.
Andremily Syrah No. 4 2015	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	97	The incredibly sexy 2015 Andremily No.4. is a blend of 90% Syrah, Co-fermented with 6% Viognier, and finished off with a dash of Mourvedre. No.4 enjoyed 22 months in 70% New French Barrique, and was bottled without fining or filtration. The fruit sources for Andremily No.4 are the White Hawk Vineyard in Cat Canyon, Larner Vineyard in Ballard Canyon, as well as the addition of Watch Hill Vineyard in Alisos Canyon to the blend. this baby sure delivers, offering a rich texture, plenty of classic Syrah spice notes, as well as, bushels of black and blue fruit character.
Andremily Syrah No. 6 2017	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	98	The 2017 Andremily No.6, is cut from the same cloth as previous wines in the sequence, but perhaps just a touch better. Andremily No.6 is a blend of 92% Syrah, from White Hawk, Larner, Harrison-Clarke, and Watch Hill Vineyards, coupled with 5% Mourvedre, from Alta Mesa, and finished off with just a dab of Viognier. Andremily No.6 is an incredible sexy, rich and full-bodied elixir, that leaps from the glass. Offering bushels of black and blue fruit, scorched earth, and exotic spice. No.6 has a wonderful texture with fine tannins, and plenty of natural acidity to deliver great lift.
Antinori Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino 1997	Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	97	The latter part of winter and the beginning of Spring were very mild for the time of year and also very dry. This produced early budding - some 10 days earlier than average. In April the temperature suddenly dropped, causing and arrest in growth of the buds. The Summer was very hot and sunny and this weather continued for the whole of September and for the duration of the harvest, which meant that at the time of picking, the grapes were exceptionally healthy and with a high sugar concentration. Overall the 1997 harvest was somewhat less than expected in terms of quantity - but in terms of quality, this is an exceptional vintage, probably even better than the much acclaimed 1990 vintage and one of the greatest of the last fifty years. Full-structured and velvety, with rich perfumes and hints of flowers, vanilla and chocolate.
Antinori Solaia (1.5 Liter Magnum) 1997	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	97	Intensely fruity and complex with a good structure, well-balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Displays unmistakable varietal flavor while retaining strong regional character.
Antinori Solaia (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2015	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	98	The 2015 Solaia is an intense ruby red in color with purple highlights. The nose offers powerful notes of plum jam and berry fruit. Perfectly integrated sensations of chocolate and licorice give way on the finish to hints of fresh mint. Harmonious on the palatewith excellent structure and silky tannins, the wine concludes with an extremely long finish and lingering aftertaste.
Antinori Solaia 1997	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	97	Intensely fruity and complex with a good structure, well-balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Displays unmistakable varietal flavor while retaining strong regional character.
Antinori Solaia 2004	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	96	Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Franc
Antinori Solaia 2005	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	97	Solaia, which means the ‘sunny one' in Italian, is a 25-acre south-west facing vineyard that is contiguous to the Tignanello Vineyard in Chianti Classico. Solaia is produced only in exceptional years. It was not produced in the 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984 and 1992 vintages.
Antinori Solaia 2015	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	98	The 2015 Solaia is an intense ruby red in color with purple highlights. The nose offers powerful notes of plum jam and berry fruit. Perfectly integrated sensations of chocolate and licorice give way on the finish to hints of fresh mint. Harmonious on the palatewith excellent structure and silky tannins, the wine concludes with an extremely long finish and lingering aftertaste.
Antinori Solaia 2016	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	97	A ruby red color, 2016 Solaia distinguishes itself with aromatic notes of ripe dark fruit fused with sensations of aromatic herbs and mint; notes of chocolate alternate with spicy suggestions of white pepper. The palate of this red wine is rich with silky tannins. The finish is persistent and indicates optimal aging potential.
Antinori Solaia (3 Liter Bottle) 2015	Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	98	The 2015 Solaia is an intense ruby red in color with purple highlights. The nose offers powerful notes of plum jam and berry fruit. Perfectly integrated sensations of chocolate and licorice give way on the finish to hints of fresh mint. Harmonious on the palatewith excellent structure and silky tannins, the wine concludes with an extremely long finish and lingering aftertaste.
Aperture Alexander Valley Red Blend 2018	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	A stunning expression of our most complex Bordeaux blend, this wine is composed of one-third cabernet sauvignon, one-third merlot and expertly balanced by the remaining blend of malbec, cabernet franc and petit verdot.
Araujo Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2003	Calistoga, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	Produced from a small crop of concentrated, ripe berries, this deep and dark wine exhibits an endless bouquet of crushed blackberries and cassis, highlighted by floral nuances of dried lavender and chamomile, and spicy notes of clove and nutmeg. In the mouth, it is a full-bodied, seamless wine, with a juicy mid-palate layered with hazelnuts, mocha, pencil lead and licorice, and a rich, lingering finish of wet granite and fine tannins.
Araujo Eisele Vineyard Syrah 1994	Calistoga, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	98	This wine's aroma is intensely spicy, full of clove and cinnamon, black tea and smoke. In the mouth the rich flavors of plum, chocolate, toffee and pepper, are deep without heaviness, and the massive but fine silky tannins linger through the long sweet finish. This wine is supple enough to drink now, but will develop in complexity with 5 to 10 years of cellaring.
Argiano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2010	Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy	Red Wine	96	To celebrate the best vintages, the winery decide to release a Brunello di Montalcino Riserva. They will issue this wine only in the best vintage with special numbered labels.
Argyros Vinsanto 12 Year 2001	Santorini, Greece	null	96	The grapes used for Estate Argyros Assyrtiko are harvested from the oldest parcels of theestate. Located in Episkopi, the average age of the vines is 150 years old, with some vinesover 500 years old. Yields are extremely low. The ungrafted vines are basket pruned, and dryfarmed. Grapes are hand-picked in August.
Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyard Red 2002	Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	96	"A prodigious effort, possibly the finest Arietta made to date, is the 2002 Arietta (equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc). Huge tannin is present along with monstrous extract and richness. Nevertheless, it is an elegant, pure offering displaying the same stunning character as its siblings. Notions of menthol, scorched rocks, mocha, black cherries, cassis, chocolate, and espresso are found in this terrific offering. It will be developed and forward upon release, but will last for 12-15 years. Winemaker and part owner, John Kongsgaard, produces these wines in partnership with auctioneer, Fritz Hatton. They are all fashioned from fruit grown in the "H Block" of the Hudson Vineyard, the highest point on that large ranch. The vineyard is planted in white volcanic ash-dominated soils. The Cabernet Franc/Merlot blend is the Arietta and the Syrah/Merlot blend is named Variation One. These striking offerings have a European sensitivity for elegance, structure, and delineation, but are clearly products of California, as evidenced by their prodigious ripeness as well as intensity. They are expensive, but impressive efforts that should be long-lived." - Wine Advocate
Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyards Red Blend 2000	Carneros, California	Red Wine	96	The "H Block" designation was first added to the Arietta Red Wine label in this vintage, and honors the extraordinary, 2.3 acre Cabernet Franc block at the top of the Hudson Ranch in Napa/Carneros which forms the core of the wine. This is another miraculously rich and dramatically aromatic Arietta, and once again is a product of a relatively cool and late vintage. Critic Robert Parker gave the 2000 Arietta H Block the highest score of any Napa Red Wine in the 2000 vintage. The blend is 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot. This wine has harmonized beautifully in the bottle and is hard to resist, though should evolve for another five or ten years.
Arkenstone Estate Red 2015	Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	97	Ruby red with deep black undertones, this dense yet elegantly focused beauty is a very special expression of the Howell Mountain terroir, and the beautiful 2015 vintage. Cassis, violet, mocha, graphite, and dried tea leaves greet the nose, along with our signature earth, sweet tobacco, and leather. A clean minerality and bright acidity are complemented by dark black cherry, star anise and mocha on the front palate while deep espresso, blackberry cobbler, blueberries, lavender and baking spices roundly fill the mid-palate. Very fine, lush tannins hold the richly dark chocolate, cassis-laden, long velvety finish. This wine is drinking beautifully balanced and youthfully vibrant right now, but will easily lie down for 30+ years.
Arrowood Reserve Speciale Cabernet Sauvignon 1997	Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	97	This is a beautiful deep purple and ruby colored wine with incredible depth and flavor. While the nose is complex, with blackberry and plum fruit, spice and notes of cedar in the background, on the palate, the wine spills over with rich blackberry and cherry fruit flavors and cassis. The toasty oak and spice flavors combine to provide a wonderfully pleasing finish.
Arrowood Saralee's Vineyard Syrah 2002	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	Arrowood considers their Saralee's Vineyard Syrah the "Grande Dame" of their Syrah portfolio. Not only is it the first Syrah Arrowood produced, but it also comes from one of Sonoma County's "Grande Dame" vineyards. Saralee's Vineyard, located in the cool-climate Russian River Valley, has a reputation for producing some of California's finest fruit and with the 2002 Saralee's Vineyard Syrah it's easy to see why. In fact, Robert Parker calls this one of the greatest Syrahs that Arrowood has ever produced.
Artadi Pagos Viejos 1995	Rioja, Spain	Red Wine	96	Many say Artadi is one of the most sought-after estates in Rioja and Pagos Viejos one of the most sought-after wines in the world. Decades of intense labor in the vineyards have given famed winemaker and owner Juan Carlos Lopez de Lacalle the experience and passion for making wines of true excellence. Containing fine aromas and an elegant mouth feel that is fruit-forward on the mid-palate, and supported by round tannins, Artadi's Pagos Viejos is the ideal representation of what an artisanal wine should taste like when carefully made from the old-vine Tempranillo that is grown in Rioja Alavesa. An experience to be enjoyed on special occasions, this wine is dark cherry red in color and is both elegant and aromatic. Containing intriguing aromas of dark chocolate, black minerals, cigar box and fresh coconut, this wine is unctuous and elegant with a very long finish.
Artadi Pagos Viejos 1998	Rioja, Spain	Red Wine	96	An experience to be enjoyed on special occasions, this wine is dark cherry red in color and is both elegant and aromatic. Containing intriguing aromas of dark chocolate, black minerals, cigar box and fresh coconut, this wine is unctuous and elegant with a very long finish.
Artadi Pagos Viejos 2001	Rioja, Spain	Red Wine	97	The Artadi estate was created in 1985 by the dynamic visionary winemaker, Juan Carlos Lopez de la Calle. His objective and vision was to seek and nurture the concept that Tempranillo, when cultivated at high altitudes, low-cropped, and from old vines, produces extraordinarily rich, deeply colored, and profound wines. This, coupled with specific barrel treatment (with minor American oak influences) produces one of Rioja's most exciting new wines. Artadi is about purity of deeply extracted fruit with almost Burgundian textures, sheer power, complexity, and startling finesse! The results have have been astounding.

3 Rings Reserve Shiraz 2004

Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia

Red Wine

96

Vintage Comments : Classic Barossa vintage conditions. An average wet Spring followed by extreme heat in early February. Occasional rainfall events kept the vines in good balance up to harvest in late March 2004. Very good quality coupled with good average yields. More than 30 months in wood followed by six months tank maturation of the blend prior to bottling, July 2007.

Abreu Vineyards Cappella 2007

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Cappella is a proprietary blend of two clones of Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The gravelly soil at Cappella produces fruit that is very elegant in structure. The resulting wine exhibits beautiful purity of fruit with fine grained and lengthy tannins.

Abreu Vineyards Cappella 2010

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

Cappella is one of the oldest vineyard sites in St. Helena. Six acres that sit alongside a Catholic cemetery on the west side of town, it was first planted in 1869. In the 1980s the church asked David to tear out the old vines, then he watched as the land lay fallow for close to two decades. When he finally got the chance to replant, he jumped. He'd tasted fruit from Cappella in the 70s. He knew what kind of wine it could make. But that first replant was ill-fated thanks to diseased rootstock, and once again he was ripping out vines. “It took us six years before we had a crop. We could have ignored it, pulled the vines out one by one as they collapsed. But then we'd have all these different ripening patterns, which would impact consistency. It was an easy decision.”

Abreu Vineyards Howell Mountain 2008

Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

When David purchased this Howell Mountain property in 2000 it came with an unexpected perk: first growth redwood stakes dating back over a century. Relics of an earlier era of agriculture. “When the college owned this site they'd burn all the underbrush, including the stakes, to keep it clean. When I came in we found them and set them all aside,” he says. At about 2000 feet elevation, Las Posadas sits above the fog line, surrounded by a protected forest of fir and pine. Red Aiken soils are layered over white tufa, and the rocks that littered the site before it was planted now form walls defining the property. The redwood stakes—collected, stacked, preserved—await their next life.

Abreu Vineyards Howell Mountain 2009

Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

As a set of wines, it is hard to surpass the four cuvees from the estate vineyards of David Abreu. As I have written many times in the past, all of these wines are truly world-class efforts that stand alongside proprietary red wines made from Bordeaux varietals from any appellation in the world.

Abreu Vineyards Las Posadas Howell Mountain 2012

Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

99

At about 2000 feet elevation, Las Posadas sits above the fog line, surrounded by a protected forest of fir and pine. Red Aiken soils are layered over white tufa, and the rocks that littered the site before it was planted now form walls defining the property.

Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 1993

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years and receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.

Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 1996

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years and receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.

Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2003

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.

Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2004

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.

Abreu Vineyards Madrona Ranch 2005

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

Abreu Madrona Ranch is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with accents of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is aged in 100% new French oak for two years. The wine receives an addition two years of bottle age prior to release.

Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2009

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

The blend for this cuvee is generally an intriguing combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot with just a tiny dollop of Merlot.

Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2012

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

99

Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. “It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine.”

Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2014

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

97

Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. "It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine."

Abreu Vineyards Thorevilos 2015

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

97

Thorevilos was one of David's favorite haunts as a child. There were no vines then. Just pine trees, redwoods, an old olive grove. And a rusted hog wire hanging from a tree—“Hook Man” in Abreu family lore. These days it's the dirt that engrosses him. White tufa that turns to fine powder when you grind it beneath your foot. Tannish soil peppered with orange-brown pebbles. Streaks of dry, red earth. Sitting 800 feet above the valley floor, wedged between the St. Helena and Howell Mountain AVAs, Thorevilos doesn't belong to any sub-appellation. “It's an outlier,” David says. When the AVA boundaries were being determined, he could have argued to have it included. “But it wouldn't have made any difference to the vineyard. Or the wine.”

Accendo Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Reflecting the outstanding vintage, the captivating nose of this wine shows dark and brooding aromas of cassis,plum and blackberry, touched by exotic notes of lavender, anise, pencil lead and leather. On the palate, rich flavorsof ripe black fruits are wrapped around a firm structure of fine-grained tannins, minerality and beautiful freshnessthat carry on into the long, satisfying finish. Per winemakers Françoise Peschon and Nigel Kinsman: “The consistency ofan exceptional vintage is expressed in the purity, length and fineness of this wine – it is deep and powerful, yet perfectly integrated, seamlessfrom approach to finish, full of plush flavor from ripe fruit, ending with silky tannins and graphite that linger on the palate.”

Agharta Black Label Red 2004

North Coast, California

Red Wine

98

Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn’t noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine.

Agharta Syrah (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2004

North Coast, California

Red Wine

98

Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn't noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine.

Agharta Syrah 2004

North Coast, California

Red Wine

98

"Evolved aromas of roasted earth, dried leather and meat jus immediately emerge from the surface of this opaque liquid. Eventually fruit aromas respond to your coaxing and tiny currants, the ripest blackberries and the densest of blue fruits fill out the darker more evolved aromas of leather and tar. The wine is thick and immediately mouth coating with a very richly textured and immensely concentrated sensation of fruit and spice. The secondary aromas of delicate white flowers, black summer truffles and dark roasted coffee highlight the fruit as the wine unfolds in your mouth. This wine isn't noticeably oaky or excruciatingly tannic or seemingly sweet, it is just all kind of 'there' composed and finely knit together in a very decadent glass of wine."

Alain Voge Cornas Vieilles Vignes 2010

Cornas, Rhone, France

Red Wine

99

Cornas "Les Vieilles Vignes" comes from Syrah vineyards, more than 30 years old, on decomposed granite slopes, also alled "gore". This wine is a lighter style, with some good violet and dark red fruit.

Alban Lorraine Estate Syrah 2005

Edna Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

96

The finest Syrah John Alban has yet produced, its inky/ruby/purple hue is accompanied by gorgeously sweet aromas of flowers, blueberries, black raspberries, blackberries, and subtle hints of smoky oak, bacon fat, and licorice.

Alban Pandora 2006

Edna Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

97

White flowers, cloves and mint wrap around layers of plush dark fruit in a sensual, mysterious Grenache of the very highest level. Despite its size, the Pandora is more refined than the straight Grenache.

Alban Pandora 2009

Edna Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

97

White flowers, cloves and mint wrap around layers of plush dark fruit in a sensual, mysterious Grenache of the very highest level. Despite its size, the Pandora is more refined than the straight Grenache.

Alban Pandora 2013

Edna Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

99

In the myth, Pandora is the first woman- the Greek ‘Eve’. She is fashioned out of clay and as you know, handed a vessel that she is instructed not to open. Of course, curiosity forces her to take a look. In that moment, all the challenges of the world are released- much like the effect of the apple in Eden. What is all too often overlooked is that Pandora shuts the vessel in time to retain one attribute: Hope. Naturally as the first woman, she is the source of all hope for mankind.

Alban Reva Estate Syrah 2011

Edna Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

96

Smoke, graphite, iodine and chocolate all show in this full-bodied, concentrated, yet fresh and lively Syrah. It will benefit from short-term cellaring and 15 years of longevity.

Albert Boxler Riesling Grand Cru Brand Kirchberg 2016

Alsace, France

White Wine

98

ne whiff of this might make you want to plunge right into the glass. Once the wine hits your tongue... Nope, zingy lemon, delicate white flowers, rich mineral backbone, beautiful mouthwatering finish, incredible length... (though all true) will not come close to summing up the experience of enjoying this wine. How’s “Buy as much as you can get” for a tasting note? It’s a classic!

Albert Boxler Riesling Grand Cru Sommerberg Eckberg 2016

Alsace, France

White Wine

98

My favorite Riesling in the store (perhaps ever). Zesty, minerally, intensely aromatic, boundlessly deep—my Alsatian ancestry approves!

Albino Rocca Barbaresco Ronchi 2014

Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

Red Wine

96

Deep garnet red. Intense, frank and fruity on the nose with aromas of cherry, blackberry, vanilla, toasted nuts, sweet spices, complex, balsamic and mineral notes. The palate is rich, soft and fresh with fine tannins and a good persistence.

Aldo Conterno Granbussia Barolo Riserva 2008

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Red Wine

96

The Barolo Reserve Granbussia is produced by blending grapes from the oldest vines, from the Romirasco, Cicala, and Colonnello, before fermentation starts, in the following percentages respectively: 70% - 15% - 15%. Naturally these optimal values may vary depending on the year. The Granbussia remains in the cellar for at least 8 years before commercialization. It is produced exclusively in the best years and in limited quantities.

Aldo Conterno Granbussia Barolo Riserva 2009

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Red Wine

97

The Barolo Reserve Granbussia is produced by blending grapes from the oldest vines, from the Romirasco, Cicala, and Colonnello, before fermentation starts, in the following percentages respectively: 70% - 15% - 15%. Naturally these optimal values may vary depending on the year. The Granbussia remains in the cellar for at least 8 years before commercialization. It is produced exclusively in the best years and in limited quantities.

Alejandro Bulgheroni Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

97

Alejandro Bulgheroni Estate Lithology is a series of single vineyard and AVA-designated wines made from select sites within Napa Valley. Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is produced solely from fruit grown in the historic Beckstoffer to Kalon Vineyard planted in 1865 by W.H. Crabb and represents Oakville's famous bench land.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009

Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva 2009

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva (3 Liter) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva (375ML half-bottle) 2009

Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva (6 Liter) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Alphonse Mellot Edmond Sancerre Blanc 2012

Sancerre, Loire, France

White Wine

96

Pale gold yellow in colour with light green sheen - brilliant, bright and clear - a young, honest appearance. A rich and majestic nose. All is rich, ripe and powerful, whether it is fruity or floral. Density, depth and balanced graceful "majestic nature" are established from the outset. Honey, vanilla, lemon, brioche etc., follow each other as if in a daydream, all orchestrated through a new woody tone. Opening it makes it welcoming and tender with crisp plants revealing aniseed, menthol, licorice and spices.

Altesino Montosoli Brunello di Montalcino 2001

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Red Wine

96

"Very beautiful aromas of flowers, ripe fruit and crushed blackberries. Full-bodied yet refined. Layers of tannins. Balanced. Montosoli is a great Brunello vinyard. Best after 2008."

Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2004

Spain

Red Wine

96

"The 1,000 case luxury cuvee, the 2004 Aquilon, was fashioned from the winery's oldest vines and best material. Revealing nearly off the chart ripeness, richness, and intensity, it will undoubtedly be controversial, separating traditionalists from more progressive tasters, but I loved it. It will be interesting to see how this tour de force in winemaking ages. It is the vino equivalent of a Hummer four-wheel drive vehicle."

Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2002

Spain

Red Wine

96

"The superb 2002 Aquilon is a selection of old vine Grenache from hillside vineyards. A gorgeously complex perfume of kirsch liqueur, black raspberries, cassis, minerals, flowers, and sweet oak is followed by a full-bodied, massively-endowed, pure, textured, well-balanced wine. Given the limited production and high quality of this fabulous effort, its high price can not be considered unfair. It should drink well for a decade. Australian winemaker Chris Ringland oversees the winemaking at this estate, a superb new discovery by broker Jorge Ordonez. This full-throttle, robust, exuberant, super-concentrated 100% Grenache offering may be the finest wine to ever emerge from this backwater Spanish appellation." - Wine Advocate

Alto Moncayo Aquilon 2006

Spain

Red Wine

96

Dark purple. The nose offers surreal, room-filling perfume of ripe raspberry, blackberry, incense, vanilla and dried flowers. Shockingly understated on the palate, with vibrant red berry, smoked meat and baking spice flavors, silky tannins and crisp mineral bite. There's no excess fat or sweetness here. Finishes with palate-staining intensity and superb focus.

Altos las Hormigas Gualtallary Malbec 2016

Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

96

A solid violet red color reveals a dense, concentrated, compact wine. Notes of spices and minerality make a complex nose. On the palate, a supple entry, dark berries and spices. A very structured and quite wild Malbec, with firm fine-grain tannins, showing its calcareous foundations and columns. The mouth feel is full of thrilling freshness and balance, with a long and persistent finish.

Altos las Hormigas Gualtallary Malbec 2017

Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

96

A solid violet red color reveals a dense, concentrated, compact wine. Notes of spices and minerality make a complex nose. On the palate, a supple entry, dark berries and spices. A very structured and quite wild Malbec, with firm fine-grain tannins, showing its calcareous foundations and columns. The mouth feel is full of thrilling freshness and balance, with a long and persistent finish.

Alvear Pedro Ximenez 1830 Solera (500ML)

Spain

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97

The 1830 Solera is black with shades of chocolate and mahogany. Persistent aromas of cacao, dates, raisins and figs. On the palate it is dense and unctuous, with reminiscence of raisins, dried figs, tobacco and coffee with an everlasting and elegant finish.

Amapola Creek Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

The nose on this wine opens with a luscious dollop of blackberry and red, juicy plum. Swirl the glass once or twice, and you will start to uncover darker fruit notes of blackcurrant and a bare hint of pomegranate, accented with subtle notes of oak and toasted vanilla. Take a sip, and the first thing you will notice is a firm acidity that opens quickly onto dark black fruit with just a touch of anise. As your first impression fades, you will find deeply structured tannins that fill the palate, underscoring a finish redolent with chocolate, blueberry preserves, and aged cedar. This wine evolves marvelously over the course of a glass, growing bigger and bolder as it takes in the air. The tannins unfold and show the excellent maturity of the grapes as they were brought in from the vineyard, and the fruit characters gain in intensity, building to an intricate finish that lasts for many minutes.

Amici Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Oakville, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

97

A gorgeous, fragrant nose of black cherry, plum and dark chocolate is washed with hints of vanilla. The full-throttled palate is reminiscent of blackberry pie along with flavors of concentrated dark fruit and silky chocolate. Hints of clove, cassis and savory herbs pepper throughout the powerful finish.

Amici Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Oakville, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

97

The power of this heritage vineyard lies in its distinct nose with classic To Kalon aromas of clay loam, wet earth and mint. Additional elevated aromatics feature blueberry jam, rhubarb compote, cassis and sweet tobacco. On the palate, the wine is both precise and dense, with soy, menthol, raspberry cordial and black raspberry jam notes. A powerful wine from start to finish, with powdery, chalky tannins and an impressively long finish.

Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

Sourced from our Helena Dakota Vineyard on the foothills of Mount St. Helena which rises more than 4,000 feet above sea level. This distinctive, two-peaked mountain remains the heart of an ancient volcanic zone responsible for the complex, mineral-rich soils of Knights Valley and nearby grape-growing districts. The resulting wine shows complex red fruits, floral, coffee, minerality, and elegant tannins.

Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

This 12.4 acre vineyard runs southeast to northwest on the eastern side of scenic Highway 128 and possesses slopes of up to 15 degrees. Prevailing westerly winds pass over a large, cold pond and blow uphill, parallel to the rows of vines. These cooling breezes slow down the ripening of the grapes and result in wines that are packed with elegance, complexity and finesse. This wine offers a flavor profile of complex red fruits, floral, coffee, minerality, and elegant tannins.

Anakota Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

The 2017 growing season was defined by plentiful rain in the winter followed by mild conditions in spring and summer. To preserve the natural acidity in the grapes, picking began early on September 12th in the Dakota vineyard. The wines were resting in barrel prior to the Sonoma County Tubbs fire in October, therefore remained unaffected by any smoke taint. The 2017 Helena Dakota expresses perfumed aromatics of violet blossom and blackberry liquor with subtle notes of menthol and dried black currants. The luxurious, silky palate is accompanied by hints of toasted baking spices and tobacco leaf. Each element is beautifully integrated and complimented with velvety tannins and vibrant acidity, for which drive its satisfyingly long finish.

Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

The 2017 growing season was defined by plentiful rain in the winter followed by mild conditions in spring and summer. To preserve the natural acidity in the grapes, picking began early on September 6th in the Helena Montana vineyard. The wines were resting in barrel prior to the Sonoma County Tubbs fire in October, therefore remained unaffected by any smoke taint. The 2017 Helena Montana wine possesses a deep-purple core with soft violet hues. Reminiscent of a young Bordeaux, aromatic flavors of fresh raspberry, black cherry and dried bay leaf are framed by French oak-derived nuances of toasted cardamom and vanilla. Well-structured and full-bodied, the wine offers brilliant acidity and refined tannins bringing levity, focus and balance to the long, elegant finish.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2005

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

"The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is showing even better than it did last year, which is not unusual when tasting the wines of Todd Anderson and Mac Sawyer. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, with the classic Pauillac-like nose of creme de cassis, cedar wood, a hint of tobacco leaf, and very subtle smoke, the wine displays charcoal and roasted herbs, full-bodied power, wonderfully sweet tannins, and a long, long finish. This is a 20- to 25-year wine that should just get better and better as it ages, but it is accessible enough to drink now."

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2008

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Estate grown.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2008

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Estate grown.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Dense purple with a reddish-purple edge. Red and black currents, violets and other perfumed flowers, all anchored by fantastic loamy earth and concentrated minerals. Medium to full bodied mouth feel with full mouth aftertaste. Powerful concentrated dark berry fruits are elevated by brighter red fruits but then are counterbalanced by earth, leather and graphite like minerals. The fruit and earth components are so tightly woven that once you grasped one element, the wine moves into another.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (375ML half-bottle) 2005

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

"The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is showing even better than it did last year, which is not unusual when tasting the wines of Todd Anderson and Mac Sawyer. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, with the classic Pauillac-like nose of creme de cassis, cedar wood, a hint of tobacco leaf, and very subtle smoke, the wine displays charcoal and roasted herbs, full-bodied power, wonderfully sweet tannins, and a long, long finish. This is a 20- to 25-year wine that should just get better and better as it ages, but it is accessible enough to drink now."

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (375ML half-bottle) 2009

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

Dense purple with a reddish-purple edge. Red and black currents, violets and other perfumed flowers, all anchored by fantastic loamy earth and concentrated minerals. Medium to full bodied mouth feel with full mouth aftertaste. Powerful concentrated dark berry fruits are elevated by brighter red fruits but then are counterbalanced by earth, leather and graphite like minerals. The fruit and earth components are so tightly woven that once you grasped one element, the wine moves into another.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2007

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge 2005

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

96

A blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot.

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge 2007

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Eloge (6.0 Liter Bottle) 2007

Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

98

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot.

Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 1998

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France

Red Wine

96

On the nose are aromas of dried flowers, kirsch, blackcurrants, and blackberries, with spice-box, roasted meats, plum, and licorice on the palate. Mouth filling texture, brilliant concentration, and a big finish.

Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 2000

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France

Red Wine

96

A rich and expressive nose: black currants, blackberries... Powerful and roundness in the mouth: an impressively long finish in the mouth, the tannins are perfectly mellow. There are dominant aromas of undergrowth and leather.

Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire 2005

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France

Red Wine

96

Only produced in great vintages, this is an exceptional fine cuvée with an incomparably long and elegant finish.

Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Centenaire (3L) 2007

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France

Red Wine

96

The Cuvee Centenaire bottling is among the rarest and most sought after wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It is produced from ancient vines planted in 1889. The Centenaire vineyard is planted to roughly 80% Grenache, 12% Mourvedre and 8% Syrah. The Grenache, which is often picked at 16 degrees potential alcohol, is vinified and aged in tank, while the Mourvedre and Syrah are finished in small barrels for up to 24 months. Brunel only makes the Cuvée Centenaire in the finest vintages, otherwise the old-vine fruit is used in the "regular" Les Cailloux bottling.

Andremily Mourvedre 2014