Wine

"The 1999 Valpolicella, a medium ruby, presents Nebbiolo-like aromas of crushed flower, spices and sweet red fruits. In the glass, herb, licorice, ...

"The winemakers call this their Pauillac-style wine, meaning that its character is marked by Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a brilliant wine, vastly deep...

"Mouton comes through again. Impressive '93, deep in color and full-bodied, boasting plenty of currant, black cherry, mint and toast character. Wel...

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG received DOCG status in 2009. It is produced in Veneto using primarily Corvina (45–95%) with Rondinella and other l...

"This is complex and round with wonderful ripe fruit and richness. I love its generosity, giving so much yet still reserved. So much going on ...

"Good dark red. Aromas of plum, cherry, redcurrant, menthol and licorice, plus a whiff of cabernet franc mintiness. Juicy, dry and intense, with a ...

"My God, this is a wonderful mature Lafite... It has incredible harmony and purity – a bouquet that has you instantly captivated... a beguiling sen...

"One of the vintage's superstars, this dark plum/purple-colored 1997 offers flamboyant, explosive aromas of vanillin, cherry jam, licorice, and new...

"Perfumed and sweet-tasting, with a matured, oxidative quality to the truffle, wet forest floor and raspberry aromas, but the toasted oak, rose pet...

"Roederer’s 2002 Cristal, from magnum, is just off the charts. What else is there to say? The magnum format is so well-suited to Champagne. As oppo...

"An intense, vibrant Tignanello, exuding black currant and black cherry fruit. All the components are balanced and this finishes long." 94/100 - Wi...

"Classic, exciting Yquem. Silky, creamy and round, yet armed with plenty of intense botrytized flavors--dried apricot, raisin, dried fig. Full-bodi...

"The 2003 Barolo is one of many unexpected surprises of the night. From a period before quality really skyrockets at the domaine, the 2003 is remar...

"Attractive plum and cherry character in this, with medium body, medium round tannins and a fresh, fruity finish." - Wine Spectator

"The 2004 Cristal is nuanced and classy right out of the gate. Hints of lemon confit, marzipan, tangerine oil, spice and chamomile are all suggesti...

Gaja, a leading Piedmont estate, blends tradition and innovation, elevating Barbaresco and Italian wine globally. Angelo Gaja pioneered single-vine...

"Wonderful Brunello that's drinkable now. Beautiful and fruity, offering medium body, fine tannins and a long, caressing finish." - Wine Spectator

"The 2013 is gorgeous. It’s linear and extremely long, showing real energy and vibe with crushed chalk and stone. Medium-bodied, tight and still st...

"An unusual wine, with loads of ripe, sweet fruit. More like syrup than wine. But it's full-bodied, luscious and stylish. Long finish. Try with cho...

"This is a bit like the 2006 in the sense of being more Montrachet than Chevalier in character as this is an even bigger wine and blind, it could e...

"The 2009 Guidalberto flows across the palate with layers of radiant red fruit. This is another striking, supple Guidalberto loaded with personalit...

"The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Signature from Chappellet, a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Malbec and the rest Merlot and Petit Verdot, is a st...