Domaine Leflaive Meursault 1er Cru Sous Le Dos d’Ane 2012
"A touch of nut oil and flavors of peach, apple, hazelnut and mineral denote this creamy, concentrated white. Lush and vibrant, this lingers on the lemon- and spice-tinged aftertaste."
93 Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator
William Fèvre (Domaine) Chablis 1er Cru Mont de Milieu 2011
“The classic Mont de Milieu hints of exoticism are present in the form of dried peach and apricot along with green fruit and sea breeze nuances. There is excellent volume and impressive richness to the suave and seductively textured flavors that brim with dry extract before terminating in a focused, long and strikingly powerful finish.”
91-93 Allen Meadows, Burghound.com
William Fèvre (Domaine) Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent 2011
“The deep and quite reserved nose wafts from the glass in a classic and very, very elegant blend of pink grapefruit, pear, lemongrass, flinty minerality and a topnote of citrus blossoms. On the palate the wine is very pure, full-bodied and nascently complex, with a very primary personality, a rock solid core, zesty acids and outstanding focus on the very, very long and transparent finish.”
92-94 John Gilman, View From The Cellar
Pierre Matrot Meursault 1er Cru Perrières 2008
"From a 0.52 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines located next to the famed Clos des Perrières. A superbly elegant and ultra pure nose of soft white flowers, stone, fennel and lemon rind introduces lilting medium-bodied flavors that possess cuts-like-a-knife precision and laser-like rich focus on the silky finish that brims with a pungent minerality. This is a knockout Perrières. . ."
94 Allen Meadows, Burghound.com
Faiveley (Domaine) Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Vignerondes 2002
"As it usually is, this is spicy, elegant and pure with abundant pinot character and a certain round, velvety quality to the middle weight flavors that is quite seductive. Persistent, delicious, concentrated and punchy with a serious character to it all complement by excellent balance."
88-91 Allen Meadows, Burghound.com
Château Prieuré-Lichine 2012
"A wine with blackberry, spice and licorice character. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a fruity finish. Subtle and fine. Shows class. Lovely tannins. Drink in 2016."
92 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Château Haut-Bergey 2012
"The Garcin family has done a fabulous job in Bordeaux with their other estates, such as Barde-Haut and Clos L’Eglise in Pomerol, as well as with the nearby luxury wine from Pessac Léognan – Branon. They produce this wine from gravelly and sandy soils, of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. Attractive, soft cassis and tobacco-leaf notes mixed with licorice and spice are present in this dense ruby/plum wine. It is medium-bodied with soft tannin and a relatively smooth, velvety texture, finish and opulence, giving this wine an up-front appeal, although it should age nicely . . ."
90 Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate
Petrolo Torrione 2011
"There's a beautiful purity of fruit to this young red with currants and raspberries on the nose and palate. It's full-bodied with fine tannins and a fresh, clean finish. Precise and very fine. Best ever from here. A blend of sangiovese and merlot. Wonderful value for the quality."
94 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Château Cantemerle 2011
"Aromas of currants and berries with hints of chocolate. Full body with a solid core of fruit and a flavorful finish. Very fine. Cantermerle delivers in 2011. Better in 2016."
91 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Château La Lagune 2010
"This shows an enchanting nose of roses, violets and other flowers. It's also fruity but very subtle. A full-body, super-structured red with an excellent backbone of ripe yet firm tannins. Goes on for minutes."
96 James Suckling, James Suckling.com
Domaine de Fondrèche Ventoux Cuvée Persia 2009
"Made from 90% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre aged in 100% new oak, the inky/purple-hued 2009 Cotes du Ventoux Persia reveals notes of smoky barbecue intermixed with graphite, blackberries and cassis, a super texture, a full-bodied mouthfeel and tremendous opulence as well as length."
93 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Petrolo Torrione 2009
"Aromas of lightly stewed fruit, with hints of fresh herbs and spices. Full bodied, with soft tannins and a fruity finish. This is balanced and long, with a caressing finish. Best ever."
94 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Château Carbonnieux 2009
"Ripe and solid, this has dense tannins and a superstructure of opulent red-berry and black currant fruits. The wine is layered with coffee, wood-aging influence and a firm finish. It's big and has great potential."
93 Wine Enthusiast
Château Carignan Prima 2009
"Impressive for this appellation, with ripe fruit and light espresso character and hints of mushrooms. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long flavorful finish. Best ever from here."
93 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Elio Grasso Barolo Gavarini Chiniera 2007
“…Opens with an exotic bouquet of candied red fruit, flowers, mint and minerals. This is an unusually opulent, racy style for Grasso . . . . Silky, beautifully integrated tannins frame a finish of exceptional elegance…”
93+ Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Château La Garde 2006
"We bought Château la Garde in June 1990, totally seduced by the exceptional quality of the terroir, which is quite possibly one of the finest gravel outcrops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Motivated by this ambitious project, worthy of this magnificent terroir, considerable time and finances have been invested and have been rewarded with the increasingly frequent production of delicate, elegant and appealing fine Pessac-Léognan wines." Patrick Jestin, www.Dourthe.com
Château Gigault Cuvée Viva 2005
"Ripe cherry and berry, with a mélange of fresh herbs, olive and a hint of coffee and chocolate on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, intense and silky, with loads of fruit pushing through the long finish. Delicious even now. This is always excellent value."
91 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
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